3 Things to Know About Using a Robot Vacuum on Multiple Floors

The robot cannot climb stairs You will need either one robot that you move between floors or a separate robot for each level. There is no way around this.

Moving one robot between floors is cheaper but requires effort The mapping software usually handles multiple floors after a few runs. You just pick it up, carry it upstairs, and plug it in. Most people get tired of this within a week.

A robot per floor is the better long-term solution Each robot stays on its own level and docks automatically. This is the set-it-and-forget-it approach. It costs more, but it is worth it if you hate chores.