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Using iRobot without App – Features and Limitations

How to use your iRobot robot vacuum without the iRobot Home App

Can I use my iRobot without the iRobot Home App?

 

Yes, you can use your iRobot robot without the iRobot Home App. However, functionality is limited.

 

Which functions are available without the app?

 

Without the app, you can:

  • Start the robot manually using the CLEAN button on the device
  • Pause or stop cleaning using the button
  • Send the robot back to the charging station (DOCK button, if available)
  • Perform basic cleaning cycles
 

Which functions are not available without the app?

 

Without the iRobot Home App, the following features are not available:

  • Creating and managing cleaning schedules
  • Room division and mapping
  • Room-to-room navigation
  • Targeted room cleaning
  • Setting up no-go zones and Keep-Out Zones
  • Adjusting suction power and cleaning levels
  • Remote control of the robot
  • Access to cleaning reports and statistics
  • Software updates
  • Voice control (Alexa, Google Assistant)
 

Recommendation:

 

For full functionality and maximum convenience, we recommend using the iRobot Home App. The app enables intelligent, automated cleaning and complete control of your robot.