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Best budget robot vacuums under $200 in 2024
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It’s not too soon to start spring cleaning. And one way to make the whole process go by faster is by having a robot do the work for you. That’s where robot vacuums come in, but they’re often pricey. Luckily there are some under-$200 options available that are reviewer-loved, even from name brands.
Just because these robot vacuums have lower price points doesn’t mean they skimp on features. Some can be voice-controlled, self-dock when they’re done and even mop your floors. On the other hand, self-emptying capabilities and self-cleaning brush rolls are features you may not find at this price point.
Below, the best budget robot vacuums in 2024. You can buy them all on Amazon, and best of all, they’re all on sale right now.
Best budget robot vacuums in 2024
Check out these great options for $200 or less from iRobot, Shark and more beloved brands.
Best for households with pets: iRobot Roomba 694 robot vacuum
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The Roomba 694 is the most affordable iRobot brand vacuum cleaner on Amazon and with 4.3 stars, also one of the best-rated. It is Wi-Fi-enabled, so you can control the vac with your connected smartphone or device via the iRobot Home app. The Roomba 694 has a 90-minute run time before it automatically docks and recharges.
On Amazon, one reviewer praised the iRobot device’s ability to keep a pet-friendly household clean.
“We have two dogs, one that sheds moderately,” the customer wrote. “I purchased in hopes that it at least would help between regular vacuuming. I vacuumed first with my Dyson then set it free. When it was done with the job, I didn’t expect much in the dust trap… I was wrong! It was full! Super impressed.”
While currently priced slightly higher than $200, we think going an extra $15 over budget it worth it with this model. It’s regularly priced at $275.
Most affordable: Lefant M210 Pro robot vacuum cleaner
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Here’s a robot vacuum you can get for only $100. Lefant’s 4.4-star M210 Pro robot vac features anti-collision infrared sensors so it won’t bang into its surroundings. The robot vacuum detects “stuck areas” and adjusts its cleaning path automatically.
This robot vacuum offers 100 minutes of run time, and self-charging capabilities.
You can download the Lefant app to pair the Wi-Fi-enabled vac with your smartphone or smart home hub with Alexa to control it remotely.
This affordable vacuum is only $110 after coupon right now, reduced from $200.
Longest run time: Yeedi Vac 2 Pro robot vacuum and mop
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This 4.3-star multi-purpose cleaning device can vacuum and mop simultaneously.
The robot vacuum features 3D object avoidance, which allows it to recognize objects in its path and move around them to avoid getting stuck. It also maps your home to find an efficient cleaning path.
The Yeedi Vac 2 Pro robot vacuum and mop offers an impressive 3000 Pa of suction power and a 240-minute run time.
This robot vacuum is $160 after coupon on Amazon, reduced from $400.
Best voice controls: Shark Ion robot vacuum
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This 4.2-star-rated Shark robot vac features side brushes, channel brushes and a multi-surface brush roll to handle dirt and debris on all surfaces.
Use the SharkClean app on your connected smartphone or device to control when — and where — your robot vacuum cleans. Or, control it with your voice via Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.
The Shark Ion robot vacuum offers 120 minutes of run time. Find it in three colors.
It’s currently $205 at Amazon, reduced from $230.
Best robot and mop combo: Mamnv robot vacuum and mop combo
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This Mamnv robot vacuum and mop combo features an impressive 4.5-star rating. The 2-in-1 device offers 1400Pa of suction power with four high-efficiency cleaning modes to mop and vacuum.
You can also control this vacuum via an app, remote control or Alexa and Google Assistant.
Reviewers report that it tackles pet hair with ease and fits into small spaces well.
It’s currently $156 at Amazon, reduced from $404.
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Kamala Harris will speak with “60 Minutes” tomorrow. Here’s what to know for the interview.
Voters will get the chance to hear from Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday as she presents her case for why she should be president in a “60 Minutes” election special.
For decades, “60 Minutes” has featured both Republican and Democratic nominees for presidents, but this year, former President Donald Trump backed out after previously indicating he would be on the show. Correspondent Scott Pelley, who’d been set to interview Trump, will instead travel to Arizona’s Maricopa County, home to more than 60% of Arizona’s voters and a critical battleground in a key swing state.
One thing is certain about the election; with the U.S. deeply involved in both the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, whoever wins on Nov. 5 will become a wartime president.
What Harris will discuss
Israel’s war started one year ago after Hamas launched a surprise terror attack and correspondent Bill Whitaker will discuss the ongoing war with Harris.
Harris will also discuss the economy, immigration, her record as vice president and the differences between herself and Trump.
Democratic vice presidential candidate Gov. Tim Walz will also appear.
Whitaker joined the Democratic ticket on the campaign trail this week to gain insight into their platform’s priorities and values, and what the candidates believe voters should know.
Why Trump pulled out of the “60 Minutes” interview
Leading up to the candidate hour, Trump, through campaign spokespeople, was the first candidate to accept the “60 Minutes” request to be interviewed for the special, according to CBS News. It had been agreed that both candidates would receive equal time during the broadcast.
Trump last sat down with 60 Minutes in 2020. He walked out during the interview with Lesley Stahl. Trump referenced the incident on Tuesday night at a Milwaukee press conference when asked about his decision not to participate in the Oct. 7 “60 Minutes” election special.
“Well, right now, I went to – they came to me and would like me to do an interview, but first I want to get an apology, because the last time I did an interview with them, if you remember, they challenged me on the computer,” Trump said. “They said the ‘laptop from hell’ was from Russia, and I said it wasn’t from Russia. It was from Hunter, and I never got an apology, so I’m sort of waiting. I’d love to do ’60 Minutes.’ I do everything.”
The Republican nominee for president emphasized that he felt he was owed an apology from “60 Minutes.”
“Let’s see if they do it. I wouldn’t mind doing 60,” Trump continued. “I’ve done ’60 Minutes’ a lot.”
In a statement on Tuesday, Trump campaign communications director Steven Cheung said that Trump’s team had not agreed to an interview.
“Fake News,” Cheung said in a post on X. “60 Minutes begged for an interview, even after they were caught lying about Hunter Biden’s laptop back in 2020. There were initial discussions, but nothing was ever scheduled or locked in. They also insisted on doing live fact checking, which is unprecedented.”
Previous Trump, Harris appearances on 60 Minutes
Trump previously sat down with “60 Minutes'” Mike Wallace in 1985, Pelley in 2015 and Lesley Stahl twice in 2016, first in July of that year and then again in November of 2016. He also spoke with Stahl again in 2018 and 2020.
Harris previously sat down with Whitaker last year. She also was interviewed by Norah O’Donnell, “CBS Evening News” anchor and “60 Minutes” contributing correspondent, in 2020.
How to watch the “60 Minutes” election special
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