Tefal RG6875

The Tefal Explorer Series 20 RG6875WH ​​robot vacuum cleaner can vacuum dry debris using its turbo and side brushes, as well as mop floors with a damp microfiber cloth. The robot isn't exactly cheap, at $230. With a discount (at the time of writing), the vacuum cleaner can be purchased for approximately $170. The manufacturer also provides a 12-month warranty at service centers. Let's find out how attractive the Tefal RG6875 is and whether it's worth buying.

Equipment

The robot comes in branded black packaging. On the front of the box is a photo of the robot itself, along with a description of its main features and specifications.

The Tefal RG6875 package includes the following components:

1. Robot vacuum cleaner.
2. Charging station.
3. Power adapter.
4. Remote control with batteries.
5. Spare side brushes.
6. Turbo brush.
7. Filter.
8. Extra napkins.
9. Instructions.
10. Warranty card.

It is worth noting that the accessories do not include a motion limiter (virtual wall or magnetic tape).

Appearance

The Tefal RG6875's round body is made of matte black plastic. The top panel features a single button for automatic mode and the company logo. A soft bumper is located at the front, concealing infrared sensors that prevent collisions with obstacles. Ventilation vents are located nearby. A 250-milliliter dust bin slides out from the side.

The back of the robot vacuum cleaner contains the drive wheels, a swivel caster at the front, contact pads for automatically recharging the device on the docking station, a battery compartment, cliff sensors, two side brushes, and a main turbo brush. A floor cleaning pad can be attached to the bottom. The pad must be moistened manually, as there is no separate reservoir with automatic water supply.

Technical specifications

All the main characteristics of the Tefal Explorer Serie 20 RG6875WH ​​are summarized in the table:

Type of cleaning	Dry and wet
Power supply	Li-Ion battery
Opening hours	150 min.
Charging time	300 min.
Cleaning area	2-3 rooms, up to 80 sq.m.
Dust collector capacity	250 ml
Dimensions	31.5x31.5x8 cm
Weight	3.6 kg
Noise level	65 dB

Functional capabilities

The Tefal RG6875 robot vacuum cleaner's navigation system relies on infrared sensors, cliff sensors, and additional body protection in the form of a soft bumper. The robot tries to avoid collisions with surrounding objects and falls down stairs. Its movements are erratic due to the lack of advanced navigation.

The robot vacuum cleaner delivers excellent floor cleaning performance thanks to a rotating turbo brush and two side brushes that sweep debris toward the central suction opening. Debris is collected in a dust collector with an additional cleaning filter. The Tefal RG6875 also includes a mop attachment, allowing for both dry cleaning and wet mopping.

The robot vacuum cleaner has operating modes, an overview of which is presented below:

• “random” – the most optimal mode for cleaning rooms filled with furniture;
• "random+" – designed for quick cleaning of a room within 30 minutes;
• "Corner" – designed for cleaning around the perimeter (along walls and in corners).

With a weekly scheduling feature that saves seven daily programs, the Tefal RG6875 robot vacuum cleaner can keep your home clean on a regular basis.

The robot can be controlled using a button on the body, or via a remote control equipped with a display, which provides expanded access to the device's functionality.

Operating instructions

The user manual is printed on thick laminated paper and is designed for several robotic vacuum cleaners in this series. It provides an overview of safety precautions, features, recommendations for connecting and maintaining the device, troubleshooting tips, and some specifications for the Tefal RG6875 robotic vacuum cleaner. For ease of understanding, images have been added to the text.

You can download the operating instructions in Russian by following the link: Tefal RG6875 manual.

Advantages and disadvantages

Considering the robot's price range, as well as the manufacturer's stated specifications and features, I would like to share my opinion on whether it is worth purchasing.

Among its advantages, I'd like to point out the availability of customer support, a decent set of components, and a reasonable price with the discount. The robot cleans at a level comparable to its competitors, and the central brush is another plus.

However, the disadvantages, in my opinion, are more serious:

1. There is no movement limiter.
2. Small volume of dust collector.
3. Navigation by sensors only.

If this robot were priced around $100–$130, then all the downsides would be negated. However, for $170–$230, there are much more attractive models with advanced navigation and more interesting features. For example, you can check out our ranking of the best models under $200: https://robovac.washerhouse.com/en/rejtingi/robovac-top-7-robotov-pylesosov-do-20-tys-rublej.html.

Finally, I recommend watching a short video review of the Tefal Explorer Serie 20 RG6875WH:

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