Neato XV-21
The Neato XV-21 is an excellent solution for keeping your home or office clean. Designed in the USA, the device is manufactured in China. This robot vacuum cleaner is capable of dry cleaning all types of flooring, including carpets and rugs. Thanks to its special turbo brush and improved filter, it excels at picking up pet hair, hair, lint, and other small, hard-to-remove debris. It also leaves the air fresh and clean. This model features increased suction power and increased airflow, a key differentiator from previous Neato robots. In this article, we provide an overview of the Neato XV-21, examining its specifications and capabilities.
Equipment
The Neato XV-21 and its components are packaged in a sturdy cardboard box. Additionally, the robot itself comes in a separate container, which contains several air chambers.
The delivery set, in addition to the robot vacuum cleaner itself, contains:
- Battery.
- Charging cable.
- Charging station.
- Movement limiter - magnetic tape.
- Bristle and rubber turbo brushes.
- Two air filters and one anti-allergenic.
- A short operating manual in the form of a booklet and a more detailed one on a CD-ROM.
- Guarantee.
Neato components
Appearance
The Neato XV-21's appearance is little different from previous models in the series: the front of the robot vacuum cleaner is square, while the opposite side is semicircular. The device's color is grayish, but the manufacturer describes it in a unique way as "white fog." The body's inlay is purple, and the main button is orange. Overall, the Neato XV-21's design can be described as modern and stylish.
Side view
The top of the robot vacuum cleaner features a retractable plastic handle, making it very convenient for carrying. Viewing the device from above, we also see the aforementioned large round power button and three additional smaller buttons for selecting operating modes. Also located here are the electronic display, status indicator, dust bin release button, and the protruding 360-degree rotating laser sensor, which acts as the "eyes" of the device.
Top view
On the side, there are charging contacts and a charging cable port. Turning the robot over reveals its underside, which houses a pair of side wheels, a battery compartment cover, an information plate, a pair of drop sensors, and a central turbo brush, which is secured by a special grille with a pair of latches on the sides.
Bottom view
Technical specifications
An overview of the important features of the Neato XV-21 is presented below:
| Battery | Ni-MH, 3200 mAh |
| Average operating time | 90 minutes |
| Charging time | 180 minutes |
| Cleaning area | Up to 80 sq.m. |
| Dust collector | Cyclone filter (bagless) |
| Dust container volume | 600 ml |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 33x31x10 cm |
| Weight | 5.9 kg |
| Noise level | 65 dB |
| Additional options | Optical sensors, LED display, timer, cleaning schedule programming, sound alerts and display messages |
Functional capabilities
Before using the robot vacuum cleaner, make sure there are no unnecessary objects on the floor: remove any wires, cords, or other items that could cause the device to become entangled.
To activate the device, press the large button on the body and select the desired cleaning mode. The Neato XV-21's key feature is its infrared laser rangefinder, housed in a protruding "turret" at the top of the body. This 360-degree rotating sensor scans the surrounding area, maps the room, and then plots the optimal cleaning route. The robot vacuum moves back and forth across the room (in a zigzag pattern), but it can also move only along walls, thoroughly picking up debris due to its square front.
Cleaning the floor in the room
The Neato XV-21 is also equipped with multiple optical sensors and detectors to detect distances to obstacles and height differences, eliminating the possibility of the robot vacuum cleaner colliding with surrounding furniture or falling down stairs.
Passage under furniture
The bristle brush and improved filter will be especially welcomed by allergy sufferers and pet owners: this robot is quite effective at removing fur, hair, and tiny dust particles, allergens, and other nasty debris.
Robot brush
Any practical test proves the effectiveness of this model. You can see for yourself by watching the video review of the Neato XV-21:
Operating instructions
The user manual is included with the robot vacuum cleaner. It contains key design features, vacuum cleaner functions, and a description of operating instructions. If the manual has been lost or is missing for some reason, you can download it here.
The Neato XV-21 user manual in Russian is available for download at this link: manual for XV-21.
Advantages and disadvantages
In conclusion of our review, we will separately note the main advantages and disadvantages of the robot vacuum cleaner.
Advantages of Neato XV-21:
- Compact overall dimensions.
- Unique attractive design.
- A modern navigation system based on an infrared laser rangefinder.
- Optical sensors and sensors for orientation and altitude differences.
- Turbo brush design that allows you to cope with hair and fur.
- Advanced filter.
- Increased suction power.
- Charging station and magnetic strip included.
- Powerful battery.
- Large dust collector.
- Easy to operate and maintain.
- Programming a cleaning schedule.
- Sound alerts and display of information about the current status on the display.
The main disadvantages of a robot vacuum cleaner:
- Lack of remote control.
- The device is not Russified.
- It is necessary to pre-prepare the room before starting the vacuum cleaner and cleaning the turbo brush.
- Lack of side brushes (a controversial disadvantage due to the special design of the device).
- The noise level is slightly above average.
It's worth noting that the average price of the model in 2018 is $220. This is significantly cheaper than the cost of new ones. Neato robotic vacuum cleanersHowever, for the same price, you can buy a robot vacuum cleaner from another manufacturer, with more sophisticated navigation and functionality.
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