Area-rug handling was strong in reviews that praised carpet/rug settings and hard-floor/rug cleaning behavior.
Pros: Filtration / Dust Containment, Bin and Bag
Cons: Price and Value, Tool-change simplicity
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Area rug handling was a standout strength in TechRadar's testing, especially for thick rugs and raised thresholds.
Pros: Surface safety with attachments, Area Rug Handling
Cons: Accessories and Tools, Clogging and debris prevention
Area-rug and carpet handling were strong because reviewers repeatedly noted reliable carpet detection and mop lifting.
Pros: Overall durability/longevity, Controls and UI
Cons: Sanitizing performance, Heating element
Area-rug handling was positive thanks to mop retraction and carpet detection that protected rugs and carpets.
Pros: Fresh Liquid Pickup Speed, Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake
Cons: Hair-removal channel issues, Accessories and Tools
Area-rug and carpet-edge handling was positive, with the robot working the carpet edge back and forth.
Pros: Overall cleaning convenience, Runtime
Cons: Solution / Liquid system, Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors)
Area rug handling is positive when the use case is vacuuming rugs, but there is no mopping or premium rug automation.
Pros: Comparative performance, Battery and Charging
Cons: Mopping performance, Headlight and LED lights
Rug handling is generally good for rugs and door frames, but high-pile carpets can still get wet.
Pros: Assembly and Setup, Clogging and debris prevention
Cons: Solution / Liquid system, Suitability for heavy-duty use
Rug handling was mostly positive due to mop lifting, but one reviewer found mopping around rugs only okay.
Pros: Build quality and durability, Dirty water sensor
Cons: Edge‑Following Accuracy (Robot), Emptying and Mess Control
Area-rug handling was mixed: mop lifting kept rugs dry, but pad edges could catch on rugs.
Pros: Hair Pickup — Hard Floors, Emptying and Mess Control
Cons: Filtration / Dust Containment, Bin and Bag
Carpet and rug handling is a weak point because the mop function cannot be switched off for homes with lots of carpets.
Pros: Pet-Ready Features, Software-update support / feature longevity
Cons: Upholstery / Above-Floor Pickup, Area Rug Handling