Ecovacs Deebot DM85
The DeeBot DM85 robotic vacuum cleaner for wet and dry floor cleaning is the top model in Ecovacs' line of robotic devices. This is due to its high performance and extensive functionality: a floating unit with a removable central brush and separate tank, a nozzle with a damp floor cloth, an orientation system based on obstacle avoidance, fall prevention, and dirt sensors, and multiple cleaning modes, including programmable cleaning modes. This article provides a detailed review of the Ecovacs Deebot DM85.
Equipment
The DeeBot DM85 robot vacuum cleaner comes in a branded white box with a plastic handle. Here are the basic components:
- The robot itself.
- Charging base.
- Remote control with power supply elements.
- Two pairs of side brushes.
- Battery pack.
- Water tank.
- Two attachments for wet cleaning.
- Direct suction nozzle.
- Main brush (installed in the device).
- Measuring capacity.
- User manual.
The entire set is shown in the photo:
DeeBot Components
Appearance
The DeeBot DM85's design is traditional for a robot vacuum cleaner. Viewed from above, the device is round, while from the side, it has a puck-shaped form. The body is made of plastic and comes in a sleek black color. The top of the robot features a lid covering the dust bin and dust sensors, as well as a control panel with five buttons: power (automatic mode), spot cleaning, perimeter cleaning, intensive cleaning mode, and return to charging station.
Top view
On the side there is a soft bumper, sensors against collisions with objects, and a ventilation hole.
Side view
The bottom section contains two drive wheels on the sides, a swivel wheel at the front, a pair of side brushes, a main brush in the center with a floating mount, a battery compartment cover, fall protection sensors, an IR receiver for the remote control, and a hole for the water tank.
Bottom view
Technical specifications
The following table provides an overview of the technical specifications of the DeeBot DM85:
| Battery | Li-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 2550 mAh |
| Installation on the charger | Automatically |
| Average battery life | 120 minutes |
| Charging time | 240 minutes |
| Average cleaning area | 200 sq.m. |
| Dust container type | Cyclone filter (bagless) |
| Dust collector capacity | 660 ml |
| Overall dimensions | 344x344x88 mm |
| Weight | 3 kg |
| Noise level | Up to 56 dB |
| Timer | + |
| Control panel on the body | + |
| Sensors | Detection of obstacles, height differences, dust |
| Filter | 2 levels of filtration (HEPA filter included) |
| Side brush | + (2 units) |
| Main brush | + |
| Separate water tank | + |
Functional capabilities
The DeeBot DM85 supports a variety of operating modes, allowing you to choose the one that best suits your cleaning needs. You can select a mode by pressing a button on the robotic vacuum's control panel or using the remote control.
Overview of the DeeBot DM85 robot vacuum cleaner modes:
- "Automatic": the most common mode of all. In this mode, the vacuum cleaner moves in a straight line and changes direction when it detects an obstacle.
- "Intensive Cleaning" is designed for thoroughly cleaning floors with heavy debris and dust accumulation. The robot vacuum cleaner uses the same algorithm as the automatic cleaning mode, but it is more sensitive to dirt and cleans the floor more thoroughly.
- "Spot Cleaning" is used for areas with the heaviest dirt accumulation. It takes just one minute to clean a small area.
- "Perimeter cleaning" is used to clean debris in a room along furniture, walls and in corners.
- "Return to Base": The robot automatically returns to the docking station to recharge. You can also manually return the robot to the base at any time using the remote control or by pressing a button on the robot vacuum's control panel.
Cleaning modes
The DeeBot DM85 allows you to schedule daily cleaning by setting a specific time for the device to start operating in automatic mode.
Remote control
With its optional wet cleaning function, the robot vacuum cleaner can not only remove accumulated debris but also mop smooth floors. Simply fill the special water tank, attach it and the microfiber cloth to the bottom of the unit, and set the desired mode. Water is automatically applied to the cloth, wetting it evenly throughout the cleaning process.
A distinctive feature of the DeeBot DM85 is the ability to operate with the main brush removed. This allows for increased suction power, which is practical when cleaning carpets.
Work on different surfaces
Operating instructions
A user manual is included with the DeeBot robot. The manual's main sections include safety information, the contents of the package, and the device's basic parameters. It also describes the operation, programming, and maintenance of the robot vacuum cleaner, as well as troubleshooting steps for any malfunctions that may arise.
You can download the operating instructions in Russian by following the link: DeeBot DM85 manual.
Advantages and disadvantages
Let us recall the main advantages of a robot vacuum cleaner:
- Compact body dimensions, attractive traditional appearance.
- Powerful, long-lasting lithium-ion battery allows you to clean large areas.
- Automatic installation for charging.
- Various operating modes, schedule programming, wet cleaning function.
- Two levels of filtration, presence of HEPA filter.
- Sufficient container capacity for waste collection.
- Removable turbo brush.
- Sensors against collision with obstacles, height differences, and dust.
- Dust container full indicator.
The price of a robot vacuum cleaner is much higher than average, so we'll boldly list the model's obvious disadvantages:
- No movement limiter included.
- There is no separate navigation system or ability to create a map of the premises.
- According to user reviews, the robot gets tangled in objects on the floor, such as wires and curtains, and sometimes has trouble finding the docking station.
- There is no possibility to control via smartphone.
Considering the 2018 model's price is $390, we still recommend looking for a robot vacuum cleaner from a more reputable brand: iClebo or iRobot. They will offer higher build quality and offer service and maintenance options.
Finally, we recommend watching a video review of the Ecovacs Deebot DM85:
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