V3clean window cleaning robot: Round or rectangular shape? V3clean review

On the window cleaning robot market, we can distinguish 2 large families of devices: Rectangular models on one side and round models with double pads on the other. Which configuration should you choose? V3clean gives you its opinion:

What are the differences between these two technologies?

On the one hand, we have rectangular devices, which move on the glass in a linear way. Their fixation on the glass is ensured by a suction force perpendicular to the glass surface, while their movements are ensured by rubber tracks which exert a force parallel to the glass.

On the other hand, models equipped with two circular pads alternate the suction from one pad to the other as the movements progress, in order to facilitate the latter, and not exert opposing forces.

In both cases, the basic principle is the same: the suction presses the microfibre firmly against the glass wall in order to clean and degrease it.

We will go through several elements of comparison to compare these two technologies, in order to guide you towards the most efficient one.

Energy consumption

An important criterion, which will affect the total cost of your purchase and the energy consumption of your window cleaning robot.

A round model with a double pad will consume drastically less, because its suction will never be used entirely. In fact, it will be alternated between the first and second pads in order to allow the robot to move.

But that's not all, since the suction is only activated under the stationary skate, and deactivated under the moving skate, the robot does not have to fight against its own suction to move.

And this is precisely the problem with rectangular models which, having constant suction over their entire surface, are equipped with rubber tracks which will move the robot on the wall while fighting against the suction.

As you will have understood, the constant suction and the tracks having to fight against it to move the window cleaning robot cause a drastic increase in electricity consumption.

This criterion should not be neglected because energy consumption is today a significant item of expenditure in households.

Our window cleaning robot is not necessarily the one that consumes the least, but that is not the question, the goal we are looking for is efficiency and energy efficiency.

Our robot has a very good ratio between its cleaning efficiency and its energy consumption, and this is a criterion that requires our full attention for constant improvement over the coming years.

Cleaning efficiency and traces

A window cleaning robot should leave a streak-free window, better cleaned than if you had done it by hand.

This criterion is therefore extremely important and you must pay attention to the shape and technology of the window cleaning robot that you choose.

Because in fact, where window cleaning robots with 2 microfibre pads provide a streak-free result (which is normal because only the microfibre is in contact with the window), this is not at all the case with rectangular models.

Their rubber tracks leave a small linear trace behind them on the wall.

And since their mop moves in a straight, linear fashion, it also leaves a trail on each side.

That's why you should choose a model with two rotating microfiber pads. This guarantees a streak-free result and optimal cleaning.

Reliability and lifespan

Rectangular models must, as mentioned above, be equipped with rubber tracks to be able to move the robot despite the suction.

These parts are therefore subjected to high tensions and this often results in rapid wear.

The round models with 2 rotating pads alternate their suction between the 2 pads so that they never have to fight against it. The tensions are therefore extremely minimal. The lifespan is therefore longer, thanks to more reliable technology.

Cleaning corners and angles

On this point, the two technologies are equivalent, the round window cleaning robots with microfiber pads slip into corners well, but still leave a small centimeter that is not done, which according to v3clean reviews is not very disturbing and is not visible.

Some picky customers wipe the corners of the windows with a small cloth when they notice that dirt has settled in that particular spot.

Conclusion

In most cases, round window cleaning robots with microfiber pads are more efficient and more economical.

Alternating the suction between the two pads as you move seems to be a more consistent option. Also, the only surface that is in contact with the glass is made of microfiber, which will significantly reduce streaks.

The rubber tracks of rectangular models remain their main defect, due to the traces they leave behind.

As you will have understood, we have designed our window cleaning robot around this technology, which has many advantages, the most important of which is to avoid marks.

Finally, the best way to illustrate our point is to read the reviews of our customers who have ordered our technology.

You can check v3clean reviews here: