Review of the robot vacuum cleaner Redmond RV R300: a budget solution for daily cleaning

Room cleaning using a stationary vacuum cleaner is usually carried out once every few days. For daily cleaning without human intervention, you can buy a robot vacuum cleaner Redmond RV R300. In general, it is similar to models of other manufacturers in the price range up to 15 thousand rubles, but has differences in some parameters.

You will learn all about the popular model of a robotic cleaner from our article. We have described in detail the functionality of a smart device, given the technical characteristics. To get a full picture, they compared it with competitors close in price.

Key parameters of the model RV R300

The first evaluation of a vacuum cleaner robot can be given based on its characteristics and capabilities declared by the equipment manufacturer. Therefore, it is necessary to understand what the technical indicators presented in the advertising brochures mean.

It is best to focus on a passport, which can often be downloaded from the manufacturer’s website, as in the exhibition materials they try not to indicate the frankly weak points of the models.

Indicators and rules of operation

The RV R300 is equipped with a standard 14.4 V output nickel-metal hydride battery and a 24 V AC adapter with a current of 600 mA. Charging the device can be done using the included parking station, as well as directly connecting the vacuum cleaner through the adapter to the network.

The batteries are delivered in a completely discharged state, so the first procedure must be carried out 12 hours. Otherwise, the battery will not be fully charged, which will lead to a significant permanent loss of its capacity.

Battery power is enough for an hour of operation of the vacuum cleaner. The ready indicator is the color of the “Clean” button. If it lights up red, then the device requires charging.

Do not use a robotic vacuum cleaner when the battery is low, as this will adversely affect the battery life. When a critical level of remaining energy is reached, the vacuum cleaner stops cleaning and seeks to return to base.

The standard parameters of the battery and network adapter make it easy to replace them by purchasing devices with similar characteristics from any other manufacturer

It is better to install a charging station close to the wall, so that a parked vacuum cleaner does not interfere with the movement of people in the room. Since the robot returns automatically to the place after cleaning, it is better not to place any interference in the form of furniture within 1-2 meters of charging.

Operating parameters and equipment

The RV R300 robot has a classic shape, average dimensions and weight for its class of devices. It is equipped with the necessary minimum systems of protection against overheating, obstacle detection and shuts down in case of emergency.

You can turn on the vacuum cleaner by a button located on the case or using the remote control.

Technical characteristics of the Redmond RV R300 model are usual for devices of this class, with the exception of low suction power and high noise level

The robots are supplied complete with the following equipment:

• remote controlwhich may be without batteries;
• batterycharging parking station and network adapter;
• two brushes (they are different: right and left)
• wet nozzle in the amount of 1 pc.;
• two HEPA filters H13;
• documentation.

Making a purchase is accompanied by the issuance of a warranty card, according to which you can repair the vacuum cleaner for free within a year from the date of purchase.

Device, configuration, dust container at Redmond RV R300. Switching modes, features of cleaning a multi-room apartment clearly demonstrates the video:

Programs and modes of operation

Using the “Mode” button on the remote control, you can select 4 modes of automatic operation of the robot:

1. Fully automatic path selection. This method is used by default. The vacuum cleaner electronics analyzes the cleaning area and independently calculates the route.
2. Fixed area cleaning. It is used to treat a particularly dusty area. A spiral movement of the vacuum cleaner occurs with a gradual expansion of the cleaning zone.
3. Corner cleaning. The direct movement of the vacuum cleaner along the perimeter of the free area allows you to clean the corners and wall areas of the characteristic accumulations of dust.
4. Zigzag trajectory. The application of this mode is effective when working on large spaces of the correct geometry with the condition of minimum density of obstacles.

In addition to automatic modes, there is the possibility of manual control using the buttons on the remote control. After completion of work, the vacuum cleaner returns to the parking space. Also, the cycle can be forcibly interrupted by sending the robot to rest by pressing the “Home” button.

There is one problem with the parking space: the indicators of the vacuum cleaner shine brightly, which makes it difficult to sleep at night. Therefore, if you do not turn off the device, you must somehow “hide” it

Changing the operating parameters of the vacuum cleaner occurs in standby mode. To activate it, you must press the button on the device or turn it off using the remote control.

There is an option to automatically turn on the robot every day at a fixed time. The ability to configure work on certain days of the week or several times a day is not provided.

Sleep mode is designed to save power and increase the life of the device. It can be activated in two ways: from the remote control or a button on the case.

The vacuum cleaner goes into sleep mode with inactivity for one minute. In this case, it can still be “woken up” from the remote control for the first 15 minutes, after which it ceases to respond to remote commands

Forcing a button on the body of the robot will put it into sleep mode. In this case, the indication goes out and there is no response to commands from the remote control. Deactivate sleep mode by pressing and holding the “Clean” button.

Many parameters of the Redmond RV R300 can be adjusted using a single “Clean” button located on the body of the vacuum cleaner. It is very comfortable

Typical malfunctions and methods for their elimination

A robot vacuum cleaner is not a very complicated device, so most of the problems that can arise can be fixed on the spot.

The following problems are most common with Redmond RV R300:

1. Battery does not charge. This means that the voltage does not reach the battery: the problem may be in the socket, wire or socket.
2. Sound and red light served by a vacuum cleaner installed on charging. This happens when the device is turned off (it must be turned on) or it is improperly seated on the socket (it must be correctly installed in a parking space).
3. The vacuum cleaner does not turn on. The battery is low.
4. The robot shuts itself down. There was a separation of the front wheel from the surface, as a result of which the protection system worked. The vacuum cleaner must be level and turned on.
5. Increased noise. The dust collector or pre-filter is clogged.
6. There is no start of work at a given time. A reset occurred as a result of a power outage. You must reset the daily cleaning settings.
7. Does not respond to remote control commands. Either the IR signal does not reach, or the batteries are exhausted.

If it was not possible to fix the problem on your own, then you need to contact a service center.

Redmond is a common brand of various household appliances, so there will be no problems finding authorized service centers and warranty workshops

Pros and cons of the Redmond RV R300 model

Each technique has its advantages and disadvantages. The hero of our review was no exception, and all smart vacuum cleaners from Redmond. Based on user reviews, the advantages and disadvantages of this model were identified. We list them below.

The main advantages of the robot

The manual control function using the buttons located on the remote control is very convenient, since you can vacuum the area covered with furniture. The robot responds well to commands.

The laconic design of the product fits it into the interior without any problems. The black and beige color scheme is neutral and fits any color scheme of wallpaper, furniture and flooring.

Redmond RV R300 normally overcomes thresholds up to a height of 0.8 cm. With a larger difference, it can turn off. It leaves the areas covered with furniture well

The cost of Redmond RV R300 in stores is a little less than 10 thousand rubles, but with promotions in chain supermarkets you can buy a model for 6 thousand rubles.

Negative sides of the unit

Wet cleaning is difficult due to the small size of the nozzle, which even with average floor contamination has to be washed after a short period of time. If this is not done, then it will evenly spread the collected dirt in clean places.

The declared volume of the dust bag is 350 ml. However, it seems that the usable volume is much smaller. Therefore, in the presence of heavily contaminated areas there is a need for frequent cleaning of the tank.

It is quite simple to get a dust collector from a vacuum cleaner. This is important because when cleaning a heavily soiled area, the vacuum cleaner will often stop working and require cleaning the container

Robot vacuum cleaners are equipped with Ni-MH or Li-ion batteries. The second type is preferable, since it practically has no “memory effect", that is, there is no decrease in its capacity with an increase in the total number of cycles.

The Redmond RV R300 is equipped with a small nickel-metal hydride battery (1000 mAh) by the standards of automatic capacity cleaning devices. Such a solution from Redmond, of course, will lead to a faster need to replace the power device. This problem is partially offset by the low overall power of the vacuum cleaner.

Robotic vacuum cleaners are not very adapted to remove dried dirt from the floor.Low-power Redmond RV R300 pulls such dirt in all corners, so it is better not to allow it in the hallway.

With a small power consumption, the vacuum cleaner makes a sound at the level of an average washing machine. Therefore, its use in the presence of young children, especially at the age of 0.8-3 years, causes problems.

During wakefulness, the child will be interested in using the working robot at his discretion, and during sleep, he will be disturbed by the noise of the device or the sufficiently loud sounds of the warning systems.

Overview of the purchased vacuum cleaner. Manual control mode, base search, problem with bar stools:

It is difficult to use this vacuum cleaner with the complex geometry of the apartment or in the case of a large number of obstacles in the form of thresholds, elevations or furniture items, since there is no way to program the path of its movement.

Comparison with competing models

In order not to doubt your choice, you should compare the Redmond RV R300 vacuum cleaner with similar models from other manufacturers. To do this, consider three models that are in the same price category with our device.

Competitor # 1 - Kitfort KT-518

This model is designed for dry cleaning. Powered by a 2600 mAh lithium-ion battery, which lasts for 130 minutes of continuous operation. In this setting, Kitfort KT-518 is significantly superior to Redmond RV. And the competitor is different in power consumption - 20 W for Kitfort versus 25 W for Redmond.

The KT-518 robot was “on top” in overall dimensions. The model has compact dimensions, which allows it to get to hard-to-reach places, for example, under furniture - the diameter is 30.5 cm with a height of 8 cm.

In terms of equipment, it is slightly superior to Kitfort KT-518, it has a timer for scheduling operating hours, an audio notification if the assistant gets stuck.

Among the advantages, users noted the excellent quality of cleaning, a quiet noise level and a long working time on a single charge. Also, the vacuum cleaner recognizes the edge of the stairs and does not fall from them.

Kitfort KT-518 also has disadvantages. The most significant of them: it does not clean within a radius of 1 meter around the base, there is no cleaning schedule by day, it often climbs where it does not need and gets stuck there.

Competitor # 2 - Clever & Clean 004 M-Series

Clever & Clean 004 M-Series is for dry cleaning only. The battery life is not more than an hour (50 minutes), which is somewhat less than the device from Redmond. Installation on a charge - in manual mode, is charged from the cord (base for these purposes is not provided).

This model can be understaffed with a washing panel to clean the floor with a damp cloth.

If we talk about the level of noise produced, the Clever & Clean 004 M-Series is quite quiet, it can be run even at night. Other advantages of the model: price, compact size, good power, the presence of side brushes.

Of the shortcomings, it is worth noting the lack of a charging station, as well as the fact that a vacuum cleaner crashed into some object for a long time circling in one place before resuming operation.

Competitor # 3 - Xiaomi Xiaowa C102-00

One of the most inexpensive robotic vacuum cleaners with similar functionality. Designed for dry cleaning. Powered by a 2600 mAh lithium-ion battery. Management is carried out from a smartphone - the device can be integrated into the system smart home - Xiaomi Mi Home.

Xiaomi Xiaowa Robot Vacuum Cleaner Lite C102-00 has a convenient dust collector arrangement, which is a cyclone filter with a capacity of 0.64 liters (for comparison, in the Redmond RV R300 the container capacity is only 0.35 liters). An electric brush is included with the vacuum cleaner, which significantly increases the quality of cleaning.

Among the advantages of Xiaomi Xiaowa Robot Vacuum Cleaner Lite C102-00 it is worth noting: affordable cost, convenient operation, maneuverability, good suction power and excellent cleaning in the corners and along the baseboards.

Perhaps the significant disadvantages of the device is that it has sound alerts in Chinese and, in the absence of Wi-Fi, only works with manual control.Although for such a price this minus can be considered insignificant.

Redmond is a dynamically developing manufacturer, however, its models, for example Redmond rv r100, managed to occupy their niche in the market. In addition, the assortment of the company has a lot of interesting offers. Raymond will introduce the best cleaning equipment next article, which we strongly recommend reading.

Conclusions and the best deals on the market

Model RV R300 is suitable for everyday cleaning of a slightly soiled apartment. The robot copes well with dust and animal hair. With a significant amount of debris, a small dust collector quickly clogs.

In the case of dried mud there is a problem with its absorption due to the low power of the device. But in the end, it can be argued that this inexpensive vacuum cleaner justifies the money invested in it.

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