iRobot Braava Jet m6: A floor polisher designed to work in tandem with a robot vacuum cleaner

Time is one of the most important human resources. Many manufacturers are working to save it. Devices that make life easier include various household appliances and devices with modern technologies (smartphones, smartwatches, trackers). These devices also include robotic vacuum cleaners and mopping robots. Today's review will focus on the new iRobot Braava Jet M6 floor polisher, which can replace not only a traditional large vacuum cleaner but also a mop. The device easily navigates the room thanks to a system of sensors and a projection camera. It can remember the layout of the rooms in the apartment, preventing collisions with surrounding furniture. A built-in sensor protects the robot from falls from height, and a virtual wall mode limits its working area. The iRobot Braava Jet m6 review below will help you explore the features and functionality of this robotic floor polisher, as well as learn about its pros and cons.

Equipment

The iRobot Braava Jet m6 package includes the following components:

1. The floor polisher itself.
2. Home Base charging base.
3. Network adapter.
4. Hard floor cleaner in mini format.
5. Cleaning cloth (2 pcs.).
6. Dry cleaning cloth (1 pc.).
7. Reusable floor cleaning cloth (1 pc.).
8. Reusable dry cleaning cloth (1 pc.).
9. Operating instructions.

Wet cleaning cloths are made of absorbent fibers. They can remove even stuck-on and ingrained dirt, as well as grease stains in the kitchen. Dry cleaning cloths use electrostatic force to capture dust, debris, hair, and pet fur.

It is noteworthy that the robot is able to recognize the type of cloth used and select the floor cleaning technology accordingly.

Appearance

The robotic floor cleaner has a square shape and compact dimensions: 270 x 252 x 90 mm. It weighs 2.2 kilograms. Its square shape allows it to clean floors along baseboards and in corners.

You can take a closer look at the design features and layout of the iRobot Braava Jet M6 in the photo review below:

Technical specifications

The technical specifications of the iRobot Braava Jet M6 robotic mop are summarized in the table below:

Type of cleaning	Dry and wash the floor
Power supply	Lithium-ion battery
Opening hours	90 minutes
Charging time	180 minutes
Charging method	Automatically on the docking station, manually from the network
Cleaning area	30 m2 (but cleaning is renewable)
Overall dimensions	270x252x90 mm
Weight	2.2 kg

Functional capabilities

So, the first thing I need to talk about is the updated navigation of the robotic mop. This model can create a room map, as is implemented in the new iRobot Roomba i7/i7+ And Roomba s9/s9+In addition, the robotic mop has learned to work in conjunction with the aforementioned robotic vacuum cleaners.

How does it work? After the robot vacuum cleaner, if equipped, completes cleaning, the floor polisher takes over after a signal. The robot vacuum performs dry cleaning, removing all debris and dust from the floor, while the floor polisher completes the cycle by wiping the floor with a cloth. This approach is unique and more effective than a simple wet/dry cleaning robot. Therefore, the manufacturer has provided a complete cleaning cycle for the home. This is necessary to minimize human intervention. Ultimately, the owner only needs to set the desired program and select the room, and the gadgets will do the rest.

Regarding the cleaning technology itself, those familiar with the market can assure you that wet-mopping robots are nothing new, but unlike the iRobot Braava Jet M6, they function more like a floor polisher: cleaning fluid from a tank is transferred to a microfiber cloth, which wipes the floor. However, the "culprit" of this review is more appropriately called a "robot mop," as it operates on the following principle: water is sprayed from a nozzle (spray head) directly onto the dirt in front of the robot, while the cloth remains stationary.

To start cleaning, the owner of the iRobot Braava Jet M6 needs to perform three simple steps:

• install a cloth for dry or wet cleaning of the floor;
• pour water into the device (to create a fresh scent, add a special product included in the kit);
• press the "Clean" button.

The iRobot Braava Jet M6 mop can be controlled via a mobile app over Wi-Fi. The app allows you to monitor the mop's status, its readiness, and set cleaning sequences. The robot also supports delayed start and scheduled operation.

Pairing the iRobot Braava Jet M6 with your smartphone is extremely simple and takes just a few seconds: after the first launch, you need to activate the "Discovery" function, and then "Find Device" in the app, after which the robot is ready to work.

It's also important to note that iRobot's new robotic mop is compatible with Google Assistant and Alexa, so it can be controlled by voice, which is quite a popular solution in 2019.

Operating instructions

You can download the instructions in Russian by following the link: Braava Jet m6 manual.

Advantages and disadvantages

Pros:

1. Compact.
2. Water comes from a sprinkler onto the floor.
3. Can be paired with a robot vacuum cleaner.
4. Remembers the layout of rooms and creates a map.
5. Control from a smartphone via an app and voice assistants.
6. Suitable for large areas.

Cons:

1. High price (from $400 in 2019).
2. The washing panel does not vibrate.

Overall, the model is quite interesting and could stand out among its competitors thanks to its ability to work in tandem with a robot vacuum cleaner. However, this isn't for everyone, so considering consumer preferences, many will opt for more affordable models under $200.

Finally, we recommend watching a video review of the iRobot Braava Jet M6:

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• HOBOT Legee 668
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• iLife W400
• iRobot Braava 380T
• Everybot RS700
• iRobot Braava Jet 240