"Clever mechanical tricks for navigation are undermined by a premium price and concerning early hardware complaints."
The 35,000Pa suction number is a marketing spec-war figure. The real story is the unique mechanical system that lets the robot physically climb high thresholds and lower its own height to get under furniture, solving two common robot vacuum frustrations.
This unit is for homes with challenging layouts, like high thresholds or a mix of rugs and low furniture, where its unique climbing and lowering abilities will make a tangible difference. If you prioritize truly autonomous navigation over all else and are willing to pay a premium for it, the feature set is compelling.
Buyers who are risk-averse about long-term reliability should hesitate. Early reports of hardware failures on a machine this expensive are a warning sign. Established flagship models from competitors offer 90% of the functionality with a longer, more proven track record.