Neato Robotics XV-11 Robot Vacuum Revealed

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Neato Robotics has revealed the XV-11 Robot Vacuum, a laser-guided vacuum cleaner designed for independent, obstacle-conscious operation.  The Neato XV-11 Robot Vacuum takes advantage of a small form factor to not only clean a household in a low-profile, but fit under couches and beds to provide a cleaner environment.

Neato Robotic’s XV-11 vacuum is slated to compete directly with the Roomba robot vacuum, but does so with different navigation and cleaning technology.  The Neato XV-11 uses a laser vision system that provides a 360-degree view of a room, doorways, furniture and other obstacles in its path.  This laser system allows the Neato Robotics XV-11 vacuum to approach, but not touch its obstacles while maintaining a complete cleaning radius.  Also, the cornered edges of the Neato XV-11 robot allow it to clean corners, whereas the rounded Roomba was unable to fit.

Under the Neato XV-11′s possibly Autobot-symbol-inspired design is a “centrifugal compression impeller” system that sucks up dust and debris.  This is also a departure from the Roomba standard, as the Roomba used a sweeper system that consumed more energy than this new Neato Robotics counterpart.  While an A/B comparison of the energy usage and effectiveness of the Roomba and the Neato Robotics XV-11 Robot Vacuum has not been conducted, we’ll have to take Neato’s word on that until its February release.  Upon its release, it will be for sale on Neato’s website and select retail locations for $399.