I haven't seen this priced anywhere at this price, plus you get Costco's excellent return policy. Scooba - $199.99 @ Costco.com
This is for 500 sq ft model, the 250 sq ft model is on sale at Amazon for $263.95, the 500 sq ft is $399.99. Cheapest price on PriceGrabber is $383.99. eBay is $389.95 (250 sq ft model is $229.99).
** Update ** Corrected this to mention it's Model 340, not 350. My guess is this is specific model for Costco as according to manufacturer's website, there are three models, or at least 3 current models. Here is comparison of models. They do have an Item Number for each, example 330 Model = 5800, 350 Model = 6000, and 380 Model = 6050.
Here's what I see as the differences in the models (appears to be only battery differences based on the product specs on the manufacturer's site) and accessories: 330 / 5800 - Fully charged Battery powers Scooba to clean 250 square feet or 1-2 rooms per charge, One full tank washes up to 250 square feet, Autonomous cleaning pattern covers each area an average of 4 times, 1 virtual wall. 350 / 6000 - Fully charged Battery powers Scooba to clean 500 square feet or 1-3 rooms per charge, One full tank washes up to 250 square feet, Autonomous cleaning pattern covers each area of floor an average of 5 times, 1 virtual wall. 380 / 6050 - Fully charged Battery powers Scooba to clean 850 square feet or 3-4 rooms per charge, One full tank washes up to 425 square feet before it requires refilling, Autonomous cleaning pattern covers each area of floor an average of 5 times, 2 virtual walls and storage mat.
This model (340 / 34001) appears to be cross between several of the models. Very similar then to 350 (500 sq ft coverage). However it comes with the storage mat like the 380. Seen this many times with Costco looking to customize what they offer their members. So I guess you can say it's a 330 body with a 350 battery and 380 storage mat accessory
Info here on using alternative cleaning agentsThe OP of this message is posting alternatives as he lives in Spain where getting the Roomba Clorox cleaner would be expensive proposition.
According to the manufacturer's website -> "If you choose, you can also use plain white vinegar in place of the recommended amount of Clorox® Scooba cleaning solution. All Scooba models will work with tap water alone, EXCEPT for the model 5900."
As FYI, here is link with other useful info on Scooba (and Roomba) too.
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posted: Oct. 8, 2009 @ 6:44p
PikaGiggles
Senior Member
posted: Oct. 8, 2009 @ 7:24p
I primarily have hardwood floors. I think they're sealed. I just want the floors free of dust and dirt. Will this be as effective or better than a regular roomba?
PikaGiggles said: I primarily have hardwood floors. I think they're sealed. I just want the floors free of dust and dirt. Will this be as effective or better than a regular roomba?
Scooba pours water all over the floor and then sucks it back up. If you could leave a bucket of water thrown on your floor for 30 minutes, go for the scooba. Unless the wood joints are sealed as well, use a roomba.
I use our Scooba primarily on our hardwood kitchen floor. It is no different than mopping your floor. The Scooba picks up water as it goes and leaves only a small amount behind. It is usually dry before the Scooba passes over the same spot again.
As with any wood surface, water will dull the shine some. But again, no different than mopping. Had my 5900 model for 3 years now and I love it. The first time I used it, I ran it three times before the battery died, and the water was still coming out dirty. This thing really picks up dirt!
I agree. This is much better then mopping. Its amazing how much dirt it grabs from the hard wood floors - and it does not (well, at least mine doesn't) leave much water behind.
Excellent price. I have one and would jump on it if I didn't already. Definitely a happy owner here, though. I've had some reliability problems with iRobot stuff, but when it works, its great. Their customer service is fantastic, too.
cdhamma
Member
posted: Oct. 9, 2009 @ 10:44a
You can use this on tile floor. It should be fine. Great price! My Roomba needed a mate.
coolbreeze said: Yosquire said: We just bought this from Costco for $299. It's GREAT. I've had Roombas for years.
Though, we have a Laminate floor.. so I think we're going to have to take it back... sadly. Wait, it doesn't work on laminate?According to the Scooba users manual, it says it's not recommended for laminate.
y2k2 said: Is the model 340 or 350Corrected original message with specifics. It is 340, but is very similar to 350 in coverage, plus offers storage mat that is only available with 380.
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