Best iRobot Vacuums for Area Rug Handling

#1

Area-rug or threshold handling was positive in hands-on tests where it crossed mats and objects successfully.

#2

Rug handling is usually good, especially because the retracting mop prevents wet pads from dragging onto carpets. Still, the mop arm can occasionally catch on rug edges/corners, and very thick...

#3

Vacuuming on rugs is generally described as solid, including tassel rugs, but the robot can mop rugs unless you remove them or avoid using mopping mode in mixed-floor areas.

#4

Area-rug handling is mixed: some reviewers liked rug traversal or carpet/rug performance, while others found rug handling behind newer bots.

#5

Area rug handling is weak in mop mode because reviewers had to rely on no-mop zones and warned rugs could get damp.

#6

Rug handling is a major weakness because reviewers repeatedly say rugs or carpet must be removed, blocked off, or they may be mopped accidentally.