The Panda company is well known in the robot vacuum cleaner market. Her models are constantly being improved and improved. The X500 Pet Series device is not in the last place in this line in terms of equipment and quality of work. Its peculiarity is the absence of a turbo brush, which eliminates the problem of winding wool on it and increases the suction power. In the review, we will deal with its functions, technical characteristics, pros and cons.
Appearance
The robot is made in the form of a circle with a diameter of 34 cm and a height of 8.7 cm. It weighs 3.5 kg. The body is plastic, black or red. On the top panel in the middle there is a dust collector cover in a silver edging, which can be opened using a button located on it. Above is a touch button to turn on the robot. The side surface is equipped with a soft bumper, in which sensors for detecting obstacles and height differences are mounted. Below are visible:
- two main wheels located on the sides;
- small wheel in front for turning;
- two side brushes;
- suction hole;
- contacts for installation on a station for recharging.
Specifications
The vacuum cleaner has the following technical characteristics:
- debris screening method: cyclone filter;
- trash can volume: 0.3 l;
- cleans: up to 80 sq. m;
- control: remote control;
- setting for charging: automatic;
- suction power: 50 W;
- operating modes: 4;
- noise: 50 dB.
The vacuum cleaner is powered by a 2200 mAh NiMH battery. It provides 110 minutes of operation. It takes 240 minutes to charge.
Functionality
The Panda X500 Pet Series picks up dry debris of all sizes, including animal hair and hair from hard and carpeted floors. Side brushes deliver dust to the suction port through which it enters the dust container. Its filling level is indicated by an indicator on the body. The trash compartment is a miniature carrying case with a handle that is easy to reach and empty. There are four modes in operation:
- Auto. The device retracts, moving along its own route.
- Local. Designed for cleaning a separate area with heavy dirt.
- Manual. The direction of movement is regulated from the remote control.
- Scheduled. The day and time of the start is set. The robot turns on and removes itself.
For control, a touch button on the body or a remote control is used. When performing cleansing, the device moves in a spiral, snake or perimeter. At the same time, the trajectory of movement he outlines for himself. Having passed the room once, he, thanks to sensors, determines the location of the furniture and then carefully bends around obstacles. If it is necessary to restrict some area from the arrival of the vacuum cleaner, a virtual wall is used. After finishing cleaning, the device is sent to the base to recharge.
Equipment
The kit includes:
- robot;
- base;
- remote control;
- two replaceable brushes for installation on the sides;
- replaceable HEPA filter;
- virtual wall;
- a brush for cleaning the trash can;
- instruction.
Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages of the Panda X500 Pet Series:
- compact size;
- good cross-country ability;
- removes even long hair and any debris;
- the ability to schedule cleaning;
- the presence of a local regime for cleaning a dirty area;
- cleans well in corners;
- not very noisy;
Disadvantages:
- small trash compartment;
- weak navigation;
- sometimes gets stuck under furniture;
- vacuuming carpets, but not very high quality;
- side brushes bend or “grind off” rather quickly;
- the battery is not durable.
The price of the robot is about 12,000 rubles. For this price segment, the vacuum cleaner has more than functional equipment and effectively cleans the room.
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