7 state-of-the-art gadgets that'll help keep your house clean
In this age of connected kitchens and smart houses, a future of self-cleaning baths and washing machines that fold laundry for you is probably not too far off. One can dream.
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While we wait for this self-fulfilling prophecy to come to fruition, these nifty gadgets can go a long way in easing the burden of those daily household chores. Once again, it’s tech to the rescue, and this time, it’s for keeping your home in tip-top shape.
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1. iRobot Braava jet
iRobot is a name synonymous with floor vacuums, but the Braava jet stakes its claim on the wet world of robotic mopping. Intuitively selecting between wet, damp or dry cleaning, this handy gadget uses its jet spray, vibrating heads and cleaning pads in those hard-to-reach places. It seamlessly cleans hard floors in your kitchens and bathrooms, letting you check one more chore off the list. ($199)
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2. Ecovacs WINBOT
If washing your windows in on your list of cleaning priorities, the WINBOT will be a welcome gadget in your arsenal. All you have to do is spray the cleaning pad and stick it onto the window (thanks to its strong suction, it’ll stay there). Using sensor technology, it’ll measure and clean, and then wait for you to move it to the next dirty window. (Prices start at $299)
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3. BISSELL SmartClean Robotic Vacuum
This SmartClean robotic vacuum can tackle dust, hair, dirt and any debris on both carpet and hard-floor surfaces. Its smart features enable it to navigate around obstacles, venture under furniture, hit the corners and conquer all areas that you probably wouldn’t get yourself. It’s also smart enough to return to its self-charging docking station when the job is done. ($299.99)
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4. CleanWave Sanitizing Portable Vacuum
Speaking of vacuums, here’s one that offers suction and sanitizing all in one (like for things on your mattress that you really don’t want to know about). The CleanWave offers germ-fighting technology to reduce viruses, bacteria, allergens and pest eggs like dust mites and fleas (ew) for both hard and soft surfaces. ($149.95)
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5. bruno Smartcan
bruno is a combo trash can/dust pan that does its duty as the resident trash receptacle, but also acts as the household vacuum, sucking in anything you put in front of the base. Ditch that dust pan and feed all kitchen floor debris right into bruno. It’s also app-enabled, reminding you to take the trash out and re-stock on liner bags. (Available for pre-order now for $179)
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6. LG TWINWash
Part of keeping the house clean means keeping all those dirty clothes off the floor. That's where the LG TWINWash and companion SideKick unit come in, allowing you to run two loads at one time, for the utmost in efficient laundering. And the SideKick can be a lifesaver when you need to run a smaller load, like on a Saturday morning before the game when you realize your kid’s soccer jersey is dirty. (Prices start at $1,399 for TWINWash and $699 for SideKick Pedestal unit)
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7. Dyson Pure Cool Link Tower
Now that your floors, windows, mattresses and clothes are spotless, cleaning the air is the last step for a pristine home environment. Dyson’s unique air purifier is like no other on the market from an aesthetic standpoint. But most impressively, it removes 99.97% of pollutants and allergens and circulates the clean air continuously, thanks to its Air Multiplier technology. It also connects to an app, giving you details on air quality and updates on filter status. ($499.99)
