Panda Robot Vacuum Cleaner Review

Nowadays, it is difficult to imagine performing various tasks without technology, which helps us save time and makes them much simpler and more effective. One of its representatives is a robot vacuum cleaner, which is a more technologically advanced version of a conventional vacuum cleaner, which has long become a reliable assistant to humans in the fight against dirt and dust. These devices have not yet gained such popularity, but we can already say for sure that their use saves a person from the need to carry out cleaning, because they cope with this process quite well and independently. And in this article we will focus on robotic vacuum cleaners of the Japanese brand Panda, whose products have already proven themselves to be excellent in the Russian market.

The Panda trademark is a property of the Japanese firm of the same name. It is interesting that in the domestic open spaces it is represented by a company that has the same name. In general, we can say that the company decided not to invent a bicycle and did not change the name anywhere. In general, the brand's technique is of high quality, like any other that the Japanese are related to. And there is no doubt that the solutions presented under this trademark will be distinguished by their multifunctionality and stability of work.

This allows Panda devices to be implemented as low cost appliances. And the most interesting thing is that a number of functions, which are in expensive solutions from other companies, can be found here for affordable money.

Another interesting point, which cannot be ignored, is that the technologies for creating robotic vacuum cleaners were created in China. At first, Lilin was engaged in their development and implementation, but it did not have time to enter the world markets due to the fact that it was Panda who bought it out.

Then the engineers of the Japanese company continued the development of the Chinese partners, improved them, increased the functionality of the models, gave them a more interesting and demanded design, after which the first models already under the Panda brand began to enter the markets, which aroused unprecedented interest from buyers. Today, robotic vacuum cleaners of this brand are very popular not only in Asia, but in Europe and, in particular, in the Russian market.

In Russia, there is even a fairly large online store, which makes it possible to purchase a robot vacuum cleaner of this brand, wherever the buyer is.

The first model, which we will pay a little attention to, is called Panda X900 Wet Clean. This robotic vacuum cleaner can perform both dry and wet cleaning. Its dust collector is equipped with a cyclone filter with a capacity of 400 ml and a fine filter. The model has a virtual wall limiter for the cleaning area, is equipped with a soft bumper, brushes on the sides and a screen. This model is powered by a nickel-cadmium battery. On a charge, the robot can work for about two hours, and the battery is recharged to 100% in five hours. When cleaning, the noise level will be about 50 dB. Its weight is about 3 kilograms.

The Panda X600 Pet Series is another representative of the cleaning equipment of the brand in question. Like the previous model, it can carry out two types of cleaning. The dust collection tank is represented by a cyclone filter with a half-liter capacity and is equipped with a fine filter. The device with side brushes, bumper, backlit screen and remote control. A virtual wall acts as a limiter for the place of cleaning. Powered by a 2000mAh NiMH battery. On a charge it can work for about 90 minutes, and a full charge of the battery is carried out in five hours. Also equipped with 15 optical type sensors. Its power consumption is 25 W, and the suction is slightly less - 22 W. The mass is 3 kilograms, and the noise level given out during operation is 50 dB.

Panda X950 Absolute is considered one of the most successful models of this brand. He, like the solutions presented above, is both dry and detergent. There is no dust collector, but only a compartment equipped with a cyclone-type filter and a fine filter. Its volume is 400 milliliters. The battery here is represented by a 2000 mAh nickel metal hydride battery, thanks to which the vacuum cleaner can operate on it for 2 hours. And the battery is fully charged in 5 hours. The weight of this "baby" is 3 kilograms, and the level of noise emitted during cleaning will be slightly higher than that of the previous solutions - 65 dB. It has a lot of modes, including "delayed start", as well as turbo mode.

Another noteworthy model is the Panda I5. This vacuum cleaner is of a combined type, that is, it can perform two types of cleaning. It does not have a turbo brush, but the suction power is increased to 125 W, which is an extremely large indicator for vacuum cleaners of this brand. Moreover, the power can be highly variable depending on the category of coverage this vacuum cleaner is operating on. This model works from a lithium-polymer battery with a capacity of 7000 mAh. This charge is enough to clean a 240 square meter room. meters. When discharged, the Panda I5 automatically returns to the docking station to recharge. The model has four harvesting modes, each of which has its own characteristics. It is possible to set the device to turn on according to a schedule.

The advantages of this model will be:

• excellent cleaning efficiency;
• low noise level during operation;
• excellent navigation mechanism;
• availability of remote control.

Among the shortcomings we will name:

• high price of the device;
• inability to program the device for a week.

Another model that deserves attention is the Panda iPlus X500 Pro. This vacuum cleaner is an excellent combination of the highest performance and an affordable price. Interestingly, this solution does not come with a charger, which means that when the battery runs out, the vacuum cleaner will need to be manually recharged. The device can work on a single charge for about 2 hours, during which it manages to clean up to 80 sq. m area. The device can be charged up to 100% in 4 hours.

The model is also equipped with infrared and ultrasonic sensors. Also, the device can adjust the suction power by itself, depending on the category of coverage with which it works.

The only drawback is the absence of a so-called virtual wall in the kit.

The next model to be mentioned is the Panda X7. It is quite popular and technologically advanced. It is combined, that is, it can carry out not only dry, but also wet cleaning. Note that this model has a 0.6 liter waste bin. There are 5 cleaning modes here. In addition, this robot vacuum cleaner is powered by a 2500mAh lithium-ion battery.On a charge, it can work up to 2 hours, and charge in 5 hours. Its power is 1800 W. In addition, the model automatically returns to the base when discharged. Separately, it should be noted the presence of a turbo brush and a pair of side brushes, as well as the ability to control from a smartphone and the presence of a remote control.

Another model that needs attention is the Panda X1 Clever. This device is considered one of the best solutions from the manufacturer in terms of price and quality. It is powered by a 2200 mAh Li-Ion battery. This is enough to work on a charge for a couple of hours. The device is fully charged in 3 hours. In total, this robot vacuum cleaner is designed for 1000 recharge cycles. It should be said that it differs from other models by its extremely low noise level - only 45 dB. The model is equipped with a cyclonic filter, as well as a pair of side brushes, a liquid container and a brush for cleaning the dust collector. In addition, there is a virtual wall function, which is why a magnetic limiter is included in the kit.

Separately, it should be said that there is also an ultraviolet lamp that kills 98% of microbes. The volume of the dust container here is about 0.7 liters.

Another rather unusual series of vacuum cleaners is produced under this brand. Its name is Panda Soteco XP. One of its representatives will be the PANDA 440 GA XP model. This device is called a vacuum cleaner and does not have the same shape as we are used to seeing with conventional vacuum cleaners. It looks more like a kind of flask on wheels. This vacuum cleaner is not a robot and is a conventional model capable of both dry and wet cleaning. The weight of this device is as much as 24 kilograms. The mechanism for collecting dirt here is a tank with a volume of 62 liters. The power of this device is 4200 W, and the maximum noise level is 75 dB.

In general, as you can see, the range of Panda robotic vacuum cleaners is quite extensive. Thanks to this, each user will be able to find for himself a solution that suits him the most and will satisfy his needs as much as possible.

It should be said that the choice of a robot vacuum cleaner is an extremely responsible and important matter. After all, the cost of such equipment will be significantly higher than that of conventional counterparts. At least for this reason, a potential buyer needs to make the right choice. Otherwise, for a lot of money, you can get an almost useless thing. Therefore, we will consider the criteria that allows you to make the right and competent choice.

The first important criterion will be the maximum cleaning area. The fact is that each robot vacuum cleaner is characterized by a certain number of square meters that it can clean on a single charge. This indicator should not be neglected. Usually it is indicated in the data sheet of the device.

The next important criterion is the battery. Your best bet would be to choose a device with the highest battery capacity possible. The higher this indicator is, the more the robotic vacuum cleaner will be able to work. Weak and low-quality solutions are considered, the capacity of which will be lower than 2500 mAh. It is better to buy models with indicators from 5000 to 7000 mAh.

But not only the size of the battery will be important, but also its type. The cheapest are nickel-metal hydride batteries, which have the designation Ni-Mh. Better quality will be lithium-ion with the designation Li-Ion or lithium-polymer analogs with the designation Li-Pol. The latter will be especially good. They are now just conquering the market, but are considered safe, environmentally friendly and lightweight.

The third aspect is the container.The capacity of the trash bin will determine the continuous operation of the robot cleaner. If you have more housing with an area of ​​more than 80 square meters, then it is better to choose models with a capacity of half to one liter. A 0.5 liter capacity will be enough for cleaning a room ranging from 50 to 80 square meters. If the area is smaller, then a waste bin with a volume of 0.3 liters will do. But it is better to take the “with a margin” model. In this case, it will have to be cleaned a little less often.

Another point is the equipment of the device. When choosing a robot, you need to pay attention to what comes with it. The manufacturer usually does not skimp on components for their models and produces filters, various side brushes, and other little things.

Another component will be technical aspects, type of capacity, and so on. It is better to choose the device that has the greatest suction power. After all, the higher this parameter is, the higher its efficiency will be. You should also pay attention to the noise level. The quietest robots work with a noise level of 50 dB. The average will be 60 dB. Anything above can create discomfort for household members.

The height of the vacuum cleaner will be another important factor, as odd as it sounds. The fact is that the lower the device, the easier it is to clean under the furniture. There are miniature models on the market with a height of less than 6 centimeters. But usually the height of such devices is from 7.5 to 9 centimeters.

The next aspect that deserves attention is the cleaning method. All considered devices can be divided into three broad categories. The former can carry out extremely dry cleaning. They are devices that suck in dust and debris under themselves, where there is a special hole with or without a brush. Depending on this moment, robots can clean these or those floor coverings with high quality.

Models that wash floors first spray the liquid, wash the floor with it, and then collect it in a container for dirty liquid. There is also a third type - combined solutions.

The next criterion is orientation in space. Any such device has its own navigation mechanism, which can have laser sensors, sensors and cameras. The option with sensors is the cheapest, but such devices usually only move chaotically around the apartment. Other solutions can already make room maps and get directions.

Additional options can also be an advantage.

In general, it should be said that choosing a robot vacuum cleaner can be very difficult due to the large number of criteria. But if you understand them, then you can choose the most effective device for your home.

At the beginning of use, it is almost inevitable that errors related to understanding the operation of the device will occur.

First of all, after purchasing a vacuum cleaner, you will need to assemble it - install brushes, put a container for garbage, and so on. The next item to be done is to charge the device to 100%. For some reason, users think that if the vacuum cleaner comes already charged, then it does not need to be recharged before the first use. This is a misconception, since any battery, even a lithium-ion, has a so-called "memory effect" due to which the battery loses its charge on the sly. Therefore, you will need to charge the device first. The next step is to read the instructions and inspect the sensors and buttons directly on the vacuum cleaner itself.

Also, it will not be superfluous to read the operating instructions, since many neglect this point. And only after that, you can already activate the device and start using it.

As a rule, there are several buttons on the remote control that activate various cleaning programs. One will be regular, the other will be fast, and the third will be local. It often happens that the device can be operated even from a distance.

As soon as the dust collector of the device is full, the indication will let you know about it. It must be cleaned so as not to overload the device and not create unnecessary stress on its main components. It should be said that at some point the vacuum cleaner will be discharged and stop moving. If he does not return to the base on his own, then you should take him there for recharging.

As a rule, a full recharge of the device will be visible by the lighting of special indicators. The robot vacuum cleaner can then be used again for cleaning. In general, there are no special subtleties in the operation of such devices.

Most users note the really good quality of such vacuum cleaners. Moreover, they remove literally any garbage. Also, users who have small apartments are pleased that one charge is enough for a complete cleaning.

In general, there are quite a few negative reviews. Of the shortcomings, users note that devices often bump into furniture, and also get stuck in the carpet and cannot get out of it without human help.

A number of users note that after a year the battery capacity drops, although, most likely, the reason for this is that the model has a cheap battery and nothing more.

Some note the almost silent operation when compared with a conventional vacuum cleaner, as well as unpretentiousness in work and maintenance.

In general, judging by user reviews, the robot vacuum cleaner is an excellent solution for those who are looking for a reliable assistant in cleaning the house. And Panda's robotic vacuum cleaners will be an excellent choice for anyone who appreciates Japanese quality, excellent cleanliness and manufacturability and wants to get it all for quite a bit of money.

You can watch an overview of the Panda X500 Pet Series Red robot vacuum cleaner in the next video