Neato Robotics Botvac™ D80 & D85 D-Series Review and Comparison

The Neato Robotics Botvac™ D-Series comes outfitted with numerous enhancements over previous models combining advanced technology and innovative designs at affordable prices to deliver a unit with unparalleled performance and value in its price range. Available in two models (D80/D85), the Botvac™ D-Series boasts an innovative “D” shape and unique CornerClever Design. Powered by Neato’s Advanced SpinFlow Power Clean system combining powerful vacuum suction and precision brushes, the Botvac™ is guided by patented LaserSmart mapping and navigation technology that efficiently maneuvers around furniture and other household obstacles.  With specialized brushes for multiple flooring types 50% larger than circular robotic vacuums, the Botvac™ removes more dirt and hair, while its advanced filtration eliminates allergens and particulates as small as .003 microns, leaving your floors immaculate and the air in your home allergy and dander free.

Features

Unique D-Shape & CornerClever Design

With its distinct D-shape and CornerClever design, the Botvac™ D80 and D85 effectively clean more of your home, reaching deep into corners and tight alongside walls where dirt collects. Its innovative wall hugging shape allows the D80 and D85 to clean to within 10 millimeters of the wall, while its low profile design enables it to effectively clean under beds, furniture, and other inaccessible areas, keeping your home pristine. Compared to the circle robot vacuums, D shape vacuums are a little efficient at cleaning corners.

Exclusive LaserSmart Technology

Both the D80 and D85 feature Neato’s exclusive LaserSmart™ technology for thorough, quick, and precision cleaning. The Botvac’s patented LaserSmart mapping and navigation technology instantly scans each room in your home identifying objects and obstacles, such as furniture and even toys, and then maps out the most efficient vacuuming route carefully navigating around them, enhancing performance and resulting in a cleaner home. The Botvac™ even detects and avoids stairs. Additionally, easy-to-use boundary markers delimit “out-of-bounds” areas.

Advanced SpinFlow Power Clean System

Combining powerful vacuum suction and precision brushes, the Botvac’s Advanced SpinFlow Power Clean system efficiently removes dust, crumbs, and even hair – leaving floors immaculate and dirt free.

Specialized Brushes for Multiple Floor Types

Both the D80 and D85 models include an innovative Helix Brush, ideal for all flooring types, and a distinctive Combo Brush, specifically designed to capture all types of pet hair and dander in your home.  Featuring new sound smart designs, the Botvac™ brushes are quieter than ever, especially on hardwood, laminate, and tile flooring. 50% larger rollers and a new side spinning brush enable the D-Series to clean more efficiently along walls and near edges, picking up dirt, dust, and debris to within .10 millimeters of the wall!

AutoReturn Charging

The Neato Robotics models D80 and D85 also feature advanced power monitoring and high efficiency batteries.  As it moves from room to room, the Botvac™ monitors its power levels and automatically “returns home” to its charging dock, recharges, then resumes its cleaning route until the job is finished. The Botvac’s rechargeable NiMH battery pack reliably vacuums up to 3000 sq. ft. of floor space per charge.

Easy-to-Schedule Automatic Cleaning

With its easy touch LCD display screen and intuitive Auto-Schedule controls, you can quickly and easily schedule cleaning jobs ideal for your family. With a simple push of a button, you can even do a “quick” unscheduled spot cleaning or a thorough multi-room vacuuming. Once scheduled, the Neato Robotics D80 and D85 models automatically vacuum multiple rooms, effortlessly transitioning from one room and flooring to the next.

High Capacity Collection Bin

Combining convenience and functionality, the D80 and D85 models boast a 0.7-liter high capacity bagless collection bin that boasts a higher capacity than circular vacuums. With its convenient lift out top-mount bin, the Botvac™ makes it easier to dispose of waste and produces less mess than smaller side slide-out and undermount bins.  Once emptied, simply drop the bin back into place and your Neato is ready for its next cleaning job!

Advanced Filtration

The Neato Robotics Botvac™ D-Series models D80 and D85 include enhanced jumbo filters, providing increased filtration performance. Though not HEPA grade, these new and improved filters more efficiently trap dirt, allergens, and particulates than previous models, protecting the environment and improving air quality for better health. For people with allergy sensitivities or homes with pets, the Botvac’s advanced filtration capably eliminates extra fine particulates, such as mold and dander, as small as 0.3 microns, allowing you to breathe easy at home.

Price

Although there is a greater initial investment than with traditional vacuums, the Neato D80 and D85 come in at a very reasonable $450 to $500, making the Botvac™ a great value for the quality.

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What are the differences, and which one is right for you?

Both the Neato Robotics D80 and D85 are high-performance Botvac™ D-series vacuums specially designed to pick up all types of hair, making them ideal for homes with pets and allergies, but the D85 is the most complete vacuum in the D-Series and, at a slightly higher cost, is a great value with its bonus filter bundle.

What is in the Box

The Neato Robotics Botvac™ D80 and D85 come with the following:

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Optional Accessories – Choose Genuine Neato Robotics Accessories

For optimal performance, please ensure that you only use authentic Neato Robotics Botvac™ Brand Accessories for all your replacement battery, filter, brushes, and component needs.  Third-party vendor accessories may cause performance issues, damage your Botvac™, and will also void your manufacturer’s product warranty.

Getting the most out of your Neato Robotics Botvac™

For best results, please ensure that you fully charge your Botvac™ overnight before its initial use.  Additionally, for improved product longevity we recommend that you schedule your Neato Robotics Botvac™ for regular use.  You’ll enjoy cleaner floors too!  Between scheduled cleanings, please ensure that your Botvac™ is securely docked on its charging base.

• Neato Robotics Ultra-Performance Filter for Botvac™ – Ideal for Allergies

For those concerned with allergies who want to reduce particulates in the air, the Ultra-Performance Filter captures twice the tiny particulates (0.3 microns) of the competition. With its new latch design, the ultra-performance filter is the easiest to remove and includes a new filter screen to ensure that dirt remains in the collection bin. Compatible with all Botvac™ Connected, D-Series, and early Series units.

• Neato Robotics High-Performance Filter for Botvac™– Ideal for Pets and Allergies

Perfect for homes with pets and allergies, the Neato Robotics Botvac™ High Performance Filter captures fine particulates while reducing allergens in your home with more filtration elements than standard filters.

• Neato Robotics Standard Filter for Botvac™

Neato Robotics Botvac™ filters feature an increased surface area to capture more dirt than other accessory vacuums and are easy to replace – simply unlatch and pop out. For best results, change the filter frequently – once every one to two months, depending on usage – to keep your home clean.

• Neato Robotics Combo Brush for Botvac™ D-Series

The Neato Robotics Combo Brush for Botvac™ D-Series vacuums is a great general purpose brush that is less noisy.  With superior dirt and hair removal on all flooring types, the Combo Brush is ideal for houses with multiple flooring types. Easy to remove and maintain.

• Neato Robotics Robotics Helix Brush for Botvac™ D-Series

The Neato helix brush for Botvac™ D-Series vacuums provides advanced penetration on all flooring types. Powered by Neato’s Advanced SpinFlow Power Clean system, the helix brush effectively removes dirt to give you that freshly vacuumed carpet look.

• Neato Robotics Robotics Helix Combo Brush for Botvac™ D-Series – Best for Pets and Allergies

The Neato Robotics Botvac™ Connected Series Helix Combo Brush is the gold standard for dirt and pet hair removal on all flooring types.  Effortless to remove and maintain, it generates less noise than competitors’ and is the preferred solution for homes with multiple flooring types.

• Neato Robotics Combo Brush for Botvac™ D-Series – Best General Purpose Brush

The Neato Robotics Botvac™ D-Series combo brush offers superior removal of dirt and pet hair on all flooring types, reduced noise during use, and is ideal for homes with multiple flooring types. Easy to remove and maintain.

• Neato Robotics Botvac™ D-Series Battery Pack (Ni-MH, 12V, 3600 mAh)

Keep your Neato Robotics Botvac™ running at peak performance with a new rechargeable NiMH battery pack to maximize cleaning coverage. Comes with a six-month limited manufacturer’s warranty.

• Neato Robotics Boundary Markers For Botvac™ D-Series

With easy drop-placement, Neato Robotics Boundary Markers let you decide where your Botvac™ can go and which areas of your home are “out of bounds.” The magnetic stripping cuts easily to fit in doorways, around pet bowls, cords, or anywhere else you want your Botvac™ to avoid. Contains 13 feet (4 meters) of boundary markers.

Maintenance Tips

For optimal performance, please:

• Empty your collection bin after each use.
• Gently tap your filter to shake excess dust and debris from the filtration element.
• Clean your Neato Robotics brush after each run to keep the brush tangle-free. Have a clog? Don’t worry. The brush is easy to remove, clean, reinstall.
• Don’t forget to clean the side brush as well.