Jonathan Chan, USA TODAY

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Past articles by Jonathan:

This robot vacuum at Five Below costs $20—but does it actually work?

We tested a Five Below robot vacuum cleaner to see if it can perform better than its $20 price tag. → Read More

17 products you can buy on Amazon that last a lifetime

High-quality brands like Hydro Flask, Craftsman, Timbuk2 and Jansport offer lifetime warranties. Here are the ones available at Amazon. → Read More

Pretty and powerful, this Samsung cordless vacuum is worth its price tag

Pretty and powerful, this Samsung cordless vacuum is worth its price tag → Read More

This Shark robot vacuum sinks more than it swims

We tested the Shark RV2610WA robot vacuum in our lab environment. Here's how it went. → Read More

Which is the best robot vacuum to buy? Our expert weighs in

Our robot vacuum expert has been testing them for more than 10 years. The best ones to buy are from Ecovacs, Eufy and iRobot. → Read More

iRobot's new software update is worth it—here's why

The new iRobot OS brings new smart features to iRobot robot vacuums like improved object detection and Alexa and Google Assistant voice control. → Read More

Here's how to extend your robot vacuum's battery life

The battery on your robot vacuum is one of the most expensive parts to replace. Extending its life will help you save money. → Read More

Here's how to set up virtual barriers for robot vacuums

Virtual barriers keep your robot vacuum cleaning where you want and away from sensitive areas. → Read More

Curious about that Roomba? Here’s how a robot vacuum works

How do robot vacuums work? In this article, we hope to explain how robot vacuums clean and navigate around your home. → Read More

Salt, sand, cat litter? Use this to stop slipping on ice

We built a mini ice rink to test how well sand, ice melt, and kitty litter created traction. Treating ice is one of the best ways to avoid slipping. → Read More

Save up to $160 on these popular meal kits with Cyber Monday sales: Home Chef, HelloFresh and more

Meal kits can make cooking at home easier —right now they're deeply discounted for Cyber Monday at HelloFresh, Home Chef and more. → Read More

Keurig coffee makers and K-Cups are deeply discounted for Cyber Monday

Upgrade your coffee game with sweet Cyber Monday savings on Keurig coffee makers and K-Cups. Shop Cyber Monday Keurig deals at Amazon, Keurig, Target. → Read More

The best Roomba Black Friday deals you can get on iRobot vacuums, mops and more

Roomba Black Friday deals are here—save on amazing iRobot Roomba vacuums like the iRobot j7+. iRobot Black Friday deals are happening on Amazon, Best Buy. → Read More

The best robot vacuum Black Friday deals you can get: Save on iRobot, Eufy, Shark and more

Shop the best robot vacuum Black Friday deals on iRobot, Eufy, Shark and Ecovacs. These are the best deals at Amazon, Walmart, Target and more. → Read More

The Dyson Black Friday blowout is here: Save hundreds on Dyson vacuums, fans and more

Dyson Black Friday 2021 deals are here: Save on Dyson vacuums, Dyson hair products, Dyson fans and more from Dyson, QVC, Bed Bath and Beyond. → Read More

Mop or robot mop? Here's what to use when

Floorcare can get confusing with the sheer number of options. We're going to go over the difference between mops, robot mops, and motorized mops. → Read More

Smart home enthusiasts will go gaga over these 3 robot vacuums

The idea of a smart home is quickly becoming mainstream. These robot vacuums will up your high-tech game, from iRobot, Eufy, and Samsung. → Read More

These two robot vacs claim to avoid dog poop—so we put them to the test

The iRobot Roomba j7+ and the Samsung JetBot A.I.+ both claim to use cameras and machine learning to avoid dog poop. We put them to the test. → Read More

iRobot Roomba j7+ Robot Vacuum Review

We put the iRobot Roomba j7+ robot vacuum's ability to clean and avoid animal droppings to the test in our labs. → Read More

5 self-emptying robot vacuums that take the dirt out of cleaning day

Self-emptying robot vacuums from iRobot, Shark and Ecovacs make cleaning the house a lot easier because they suck up dirt and take it away on their own. → Read More