3i's New Affordable Robot Vacuum Can Compact Dust Like a Roomba and Mop Your Floors

We’ve tested over a hundred robot vacuums here at CNET’s testing lab, and many of them come with both vacuuming and mopping capabilities. That’s nothing special. What’s interesting is the dust compaction technology we’re seeing in increasing numbers of robot vacuums, like the Roomba 205 DustCompactor Combo, which mechanically packs dust, dirt and other debris tighter into the dustbin to save space and reduce emptying frequency. 3i S10 edge cleaning near a carpet. 3i That technology is now making its way to iRobot’s competitors, with the latest member of its lineup, 3i G10 Plus, first showcased at CES 2025. Like the Roomba, the G10 Plus has a mechanical paddle that actively compresses dust and debris while the robot is vacuuming. According to 3i, it’s capable of storing 60 days of debris in its 950ml dustbin, which is why, unlike many other robot vacuums in this category, there isn't a self-empty docking station. However, there is a charging dock. The G10 Plus has a mechanical paddle ... Read full article.