Roomba j9+ Review: A Solid Choice for Pet Owners

The Roomba j9+ is marketed as a powerhouse for pet owners, promising to tackle pet hair and navigate around pet obstacles with ease. I decided to test these claims over a couple of weeks to see how it would fare in a busy household with pets.

From unboxing to the first use, I aimed to see just how intuitive and effective this robot vacuum is. The setup was surprisingly straightforward, with the app guiding me through the process seamlessly. Within minutes, the Roomba was mapped and ready to go.

During my testing, I focused on its ability to handle pet messes and how it navigated around various obstacles. These are crucial features for anyone with pets roaming around the house. I also kept an eye on how often it needed emptying and how efficiently it stored the waste for up to 60 days.

Overall, the question was whether the Roomba j9+ could genuinely offer a hassle-free cleaning experience for pet owners or if there were areas where it fell short. Let's dive into the details.

The Roomba j9+ claims a battery life of up to 180 minutes, which is quite appealing for larger homes. In my usage, it easily covered a medium-sized apartment on a single charge. It didn't quite hit the three-hour mark when set on the highest suction, but it was still impressive.

The auto-docking feature means it goes back to the base to charge when needed, which is convenient. One downside, though, is that it takes a fair bit of time to recharge completely. If you're planning multiple cleaning sessions in one day, plan around the recharge time.

Compared to some competitors, the Roomba j9+ holds its own in the battery department. Some might offer quicker charging times, but given its cleaning capabilities and ease of use, the trade-off isn't too significant.

In essence, the battery life is quite adequate for most homes, but if you have a particularly large living space or prefer using max settings, you might find the recharge times a bit limiting.

When it comes to performance, the Roomba j9+ boasts 100% stronger suction compared to the Roomba i Series, which sounds impressive. In practice, it did a pretty solid job picking up pet hair from both carpets and hardwood floors in my home. The dual rubber brushes seemed to do the trick when it came to lifting hair without much hassle.

Another performance aspect I tested was its ability to avoid obstacles. The P.O.O.P. guarantee is an interesting promise, and I was curious to see how well it worked. I placed some fake pet waste and various small obstacles like toys and socks in its path. To my relief, it successfully navigated around them without any incidents. The PrecisionVision Navigation is definitely a plus.

One thing I noticed was the efficiency in cleaning patterns. It moved in neat rows, which reduced the chances of it missing spots. However, on a couple of occasions, it required a second pass to get everything thoroughly clean, especially in high-traffic areas.

Overall, the performance is decent. It's not magic, but for everyday cleaning, especially in a pet-friendly home, it gets the job done without too much oversight.