03 Jan
Blog

Eufy RoboVac G30 Review: Won’t Break the Bank

Eufy robot on the floor

Eufy RoboVac G30 Hybrid Review: This robotic vacuum cleaner isn't going to break the bank

"This is a cute little robotic vacuum cleaner that you can use to keep your home clean without cleaning your wallet first."

  • App informs you when parts need to be serviced

  • Manual remote control for easy cleaning

  • Very comprehensive app

  • Inexpensive for a 2-in-1

  • Questionable brush durability

  • The wiping is a little weak

Finding a good robot vacuum is not difficult. It's harder to find a good one that won't break the bank. Eufy is trying to solve this second problem with its RoboVac G30 Hybrid. I have been testing this robot vacuum for two weeks and am very impressed with what the vacuum offers. It has good suction, a very comprehensive app and talks to you.

The $ 379 Eufy RoboVac G30 Hybrid, which our daughter named "Mando" because it looks a bit like Mandalorian armor, definitely does the job as efficiently as possible. This is demonstrated by the exact back and forth pattern it follows across the floor. I can appreciate this simplicity. The Bissell Spinwave follows its own algorithms that defy logic. Not this one.

Set everything up

The Eufy Spin brush may not last long

The setup is similar to most robot vacuum cleaners. Find a place free of obstacles, put down the charging mat and lock the charging stand. As with other robotic vacuum cleaners, you should leave plenty of space on both sides. I didn't and like other vacuum cleaners it worked just fine. The vacuum cleaner can clean my 172 square foot family room / office in about 34 minutes.

On the bottom is a single three-pronged spin brush that sweeps dirt into the path of the vacuum. Due to my two weeks of use, I am concerned about the longevity of the spin brush. My office has low-pile carpets and the brush looks a bit disturbed. The Eufy Home app, which we will get into in more detail later, has a useful feature that reminds you when to clean or replace various components. According to the app, I have to replace my side brush within 247 hours. I am not optimistic that it will take that long.

The vacuum hardware itself is very attractive and unobtrusive. The top is made of very shiny plastic with a neat pinstripe pattern. At just 2.85 inches high, the vacuum fits easily under my couch and the step plates in my kitchen. There is a single sided sweeper on the right and a trash can on the back. The vacuum cleaner also includes an attachable mop accessory that falls under the garbage can.

Wiping is too short

The wiping function is just fine. The attachment under the garbage can doesn't have much space for water, but it covered my kitchen well. In contrast to the Bissell Spinwave, however, the mop head does not move and does not move. It just pulls itself behind the vacuum. The mop is also designed for water only, which is similar to most robotic vacuum cleaners, but again different from the Spinwave, which actually comes with wiping agent in the box. The smaller mop head keeps the original trash can in place. So if you have a dusty, dirty floor, you can run the vacuum as usual and pick up the same amount of dirt. But honestly, I probably won't be using the mopping function anymore because you need more than just water on a high-traffic floor like a kitchen.

This is a good, solid vacuum cleaner that will clean your floors and carpets well.

The vacuum also comes with magnetic strips that you can use to block areas where you don't want the robot to travel. That's not really ideal. My office is carpeted and I really don't want to put tape over the carpet. In general, putting tape on the floor to cordon off certain areas is a thorn in the side. I prefer to put a board over the threshold to my son's room as I can just slide it away later.

The vacuum has a speaker and gives verval warnings and status updates which is very nice. Some vacuums use a series of beeps to alert you to problems. A vacuum speaking to you removes any doubts about what is wrong. It's a nice touch.

software

The app for the vacuum is just as nice. Since I mentioned above, I'll start with the fact that the app will notify you when it's time to swap out components or order new parts. In addition to the side brush, you will be informed about the roller brush, the filter, the sensors and the rubber strip. That is a core function. Robotic vacuums run on their own, so it's harder to tell when something isn't working as it should. In all honesty, all robotic vacuums should have this built into their apps.

You can also schedule cleans, adjust the suction and voice settings, and even use your phone as a remote control to get the vacuum where you want it. It can also do spot cleaning and show you the layout that the vacuum created for itself. This isn't particularly useful data, but it's fun to look at.

Our opinion

This is a really solid buy at $ 379. It's one of the cheapest robotic vacuums out there, and it has a wide variety of features that are usually offered at higher prices. The vacuum cleaner does a good job on my office carpet and a slightly better job on the tile floor of my kitchen. Overall, I have no complaints about how it does its job. I just want a better option for locking certain areas.

Is there a better alternative?

A better alternative is hard to imagine at this price. High-quality models of robotic vacuum cleaners such as the Roomba s9 + have self-emptying trash cans. For a little extra cash, you can opt for something like the Roborock S5, which also comes with wiping accessories and has more advanced sensors.

Will it take?

The build-up of the total vacuum is fixed. I ask the app's estimate of how long the side brushes will last, but that's about the only question mark I have when it comes to durability. Side brushes are $ 10 for a pack of 4, so I'm not too worried about that. Eufy robotic vacuum cleaners come with a 12-month guarantee and a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Should I buy it?

Yes. This is a good solid vacuum cleaner that will clean your floors and carpets well. I like the voice and remote capabilities, and maintenance reminders in the app are perfect for me. Now all we need is one in green so we can call it Grogu.

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21 Sep
Blog

Returning to Your Sport From a Break Is Daunting, But Doable

As athletes, we were all excluded from injury and then made it easy for us to get back into our sport. But what if you weren't hurt? What if you took a break and it maybe lasted a couple of years?

As competitive athletes, it is difficult for us to take it easy. Comparing the glory days and your skills plays a role in every workout. The frustration, the pain, the feeling of staring at your eyes when you gasp or run instead of running. All the time you're screaming in your head

"Y.You don't know what i did "or,

"I'm better than I look now." Maybe it's just me, but

"Don't even let me start carrying the weight gain around!"

My dear friend Kathey has a saying (and doesn't quote me): "I'm grateful and lucky enough to be able to do the sport I love" or something close to it.

As someone waiting for a knee replacement and unable to walk, I would love to be this lucky. This upcoming operation was the beginning of the derailment of my triathlon training. Why should I keep training in one sport when I can only participate two-thirds of the time?

It wasn't until a few years later that swim / bike events became increasingly popular and reached even larger events. By this point, I was already out of swimming shape and doing other sports and loving it, which made it easier to move on and not dwell on what was missing in my athletic life.

Return to your sport after a break

You've decided to end your chlorine-free strips of skin and evenly tanned quads, but where in the world do you start? It's such a daunting task. But remember, you can only eat an elephant one bite at a time.

For now, leave the Garmin at home. Yeah, I said it, so get over it. It would be helpful if you did this for a month or two to get back into a rhythm of exercise and get enough recovery time.

Please just go slowly and don't kick your ass because you've let go of everything and have to start over. It's time to release the pressure and enjoy the feeling of movement.

I'd taken a few years to make a million lame excuses that I didn't think would ever happen. I've moved a lot and my new town is full of miles of trails that scream for some cyclocross adventures.

It's hard to find words to describe the feeling of riding a bike again. The best part was the novelty of a different type of ride and the lack of experience and feelings associated with an old bike. It kind of made the low miles I drove seem okay. It gave me forgiveness for not going 60 miles out of the gate.

Time to put the excuses aside, my friend, and get it. We are in it together and I will be your responsibility partner. Take your time, don't rush and be consistent. Now is the time to capitalize on the pandemic and lack of racing to start training. Fall in love with the sport again.

20 Sep
Blog

Returning to Your Sport From a Break Is Daunting, But Doable

As athletes, we were all excluded from injury and then made it easy for us to get back into our sport. But what if you weren't hurt? What if you took a break and it maybe lasted a couple of years?

As competitive athletes, it is difficult for us to take it easy. Comparing the glory days and your skills plays a role in every workout. The frustration, the pain, the feeling of staring at your eyes when you gasp or run instead of running. All the time you're screaming in your head

"Y.You don't know what i did "or,

"I'm better than I look now." Maybe it's just me, but

"Don't even let me start carrying the weight gain around!"

My dear friend Kathey has a saying (and doesn't quote me): "I'm grateful and lucky enough to be able to do the sport I love" or something close to it.

As someone waiting for a knee replacement and unable to walk, I would love to be this lucky. This upcoming operation was the beginning of the derailment of my triathlon training. Why should I keep training in one sport when I can only participate two-thirds of the time?

It wasn't until a few years later that swim / bike events became increasingly popular and reached even larger events. By this point, I was already out of swimming shape and doing other sports and loving it, which made it easier to move on and not dwell on what was missing in my athletic life.

Return to your sport after a break

You've decided to end your chlorine-free strips of skin and evenly tanned quads, but where in the world do you start? It's such a daunting task. But remember, you can only eat an elephant one bite at a time.

For now, leave the Garmin at home. Yeah, I said it, so get over it. It would be helpful if you did this for a month or two to get back into a rhythm of exercise and get enough recovery time.

Please just go slowly and don't kick your ass because you've let go of everything and have to start over. It's time to release the pressure and enjoy the feeling of movement.

I'd taken a few years to make a million lame excuses that I didn't think would ever happen. I've moved a lot and my new town is full of miles of trails that scream for some cyclocross adventures.

It's hard to find words to describe the feeling of riding a bike again. The best part was the novelty of a different type of ride and the lack of experience and feelings associated with an old bike. It kind of made the low miles I drove seem okay. It gave me forgiveness for not going 60 miles out of the gate.

Time to put the excuses aside, my friend, and get it. We are in it together and I will be your responsibility partner. Take your time, don't rush and be consistent. Now is the time to capitalize on the pandemic and lack of racing to start training. Fall in love with the sport again.