The is one of iRobot’s most impressive smart vacuums, but is it a better choice than competitors like the Neato Botvac Connected? The truth is that the Neato model offers many of the same features with some cool extra perks — all for a more affordable price.
Despite being several years old at this point, the Neato Botvac Connected offers comprehensive smart cleaning that has very few drawbacks. It’s also pretty unique as well, opting for the brand’s signature D-shaped design as well as unique perks like manual control. The Roomba 980 is an excellent model in its own right, but does that name branding and features really offer enough to warrant the price? We’re not so sure.
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