5 Things to Consider When Buying a Wet-Dry Vacuum & Why the Roborock Dyad Makes a Great Option

Having a wet-dry vacuum is extremely handy in helping you tackle the impossible task of keeping your space clean. It is a one-for-all solution to scenarios ranging from knocking over your lunch in the dining room, to a messy spill in the kitchen. This is especially handy if you’re a parent caring for toddlers or kids, and even pets. Choosing your next vacuum may be a daunting task though, so here are a few things to look out for when purchasing your very own wet dry vacuum.

1. How Well Can It Clean?

Wet dry vacuums are built to clean both liquids and solids simultaneously. They are normally equipped with two water tanks, one to diffuse clean water and the other to deposit the dirty water. A powerful vacuum works alongside a roller system to pick up dirt from the ground. Not all wet and dry vacuums are built equal though. Look out for a unit that can effectively suck up wet messes without needing multiple passes. The Roborock Dyad for one has a unique roller system that is powered by two motors, vigorously lifting both wet and dry messes in one sweep. Its rollers span the entire width of the vacuum too, allowing you to easily clean along the edges. The Dyad even has a drying function that leaves your floors practically dry. All of these make the Dyad a powerful option for your everyday clean.

2. How Easy Is It to Push...and Pull?

Wet dry vacuums are relatively heavier than the ones that only vacuum, given the more powerful motor, the double water tank, and the highly sophisticated brush roller system. As a result, handling the vacuum may not be the easiest of tasks. Look out for a model that is designed to tackle this issue. Check the weight, for instance. Read up on any information that explains how easy the vacuum “glides” across the floor, and if there are other design thoughts that makes handling easier. While the Roborock Dyad may not be the lightest vacuum out there at 5kg, its roller system rotates in opposite directions, making pulling and pushing effortless and balanced. This aspect complements the agile cleaning head design to easily navigate around furniture.

3. How Much Can It Clean?

Having a powerful machine that is easy to handle is one thing. Not having to constantly interrupt your cleans to charge, or refill is also a very important consideration. So, look out for a model that has a decent run time. The Dyad cleans for up to 35 minutes, or up to 3000 sqft in one go. Do bear in mind though that the more powerful a vacuum is, the higher the trade-off in run time, so always look at it as a package.

The capacity of both the clean and dirty water tanks is also significant. A large water tank is extremely handy especially when you’re dealing with large cleaning tasks, or when you’re cleaning up after a mini-flood situation, say in your bathroom. You wouldn’t need to stop every now and then to empty or refill the tanks, saving you some time and energy.

4. Does it Have a Self-Cleaning System?

Wet-dry vacuums tend to get very gross, very quickly. The Roborock Dyad comes with a self-cleaning system where it cleans its roller brushes at a click of a button, so you don’t have to get your hands dirty. While the self-cleaning system takes care of the brush rollers, you’d still need to diligently tend to the dirty water tank though, or you’d probably get overwhelmed by the pungent smell when you eventually clean the tank.

Speaking of smell, the Dyad is actually compatible with a cleaning solution created by Unilever under its OMO brand that leaves your floors with an extra touch of tea-tree freshness.

5. What is the Warranty Policy?

It is always a good idea to study the warranty and return policy before deciding on any vacuum purchases. The warranty policy normally speaks to the durability of a product and one of the biggest complaints customers have around cordless vacuums, in general, is in its battery system. Roborock prides itself in producing quality products, and that is reflected in its warranty policy of (one) year. (US:) There is a 30 days return policy too, and a claim around the durability of the battery system.