5 Reasons to Skip the Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum Base

It’s loud The base sounds like a mini jet engine for about ten seconds every time it empties.

It takes up space The base is larger than a standard charging dock and needs extra floor room.

Bags cost money You have to buy proprietary bags regularly, adding a recurring expense to an already expensive gadget.

The math doesn’t work A self-emptying base costs $100–200 more upfront, and you save only about two minutes of labor per week.

Your arm works fine Unless you have severe allergies or run the vac for days while away, emptying the small onboard bin twice a week is trivial.