5 Things to Know About Robot Vacuum Edge Cleaning

Most robot vacuums struggle with edges Open floors are easy, but dust collects along baseboards, in corners, and around furniture legs where many robots miss it.

Edge cleaning determines visible results A vacuum’s ability to sweep tight spots directly affects whether you see a border of grime against your walls.

Round robots leave gaps in corners The circular shape of most robot vacuums prevents them from reaching into 90-degree corners, leaving dust behind.

Side brushes help but have limits Side brushes push debris toward the main brush, but they can flick dust away instead of capturing it.

D-shaped designs improve corner access Robots with a squared-off front can get closer to edges and corners than round models, reducing missed spots.