Amazon's 'time saver' robot vacuum with hailed a 'game changer' and now 63% off
Amazon has restocked one of its top-selling robot vacuum cleaners and slashed the price by more than 60%. The Lefant M210P Robot Vacuum Cleaner has been reduced from £239.99 to £89.98 – a discount of £150.01.
The device sold out earlier this month and frequently appears on Amazon's best-seller list, currently ranking fifth behind rivals such as the number one eufy G50 Robot Vacuum Cleaner (£149.99). However, those opting for the Lefant brand can now enjoy a 63% discount on this vacuum.
Designed to automatically collect dust and debris from both carpeted and hard floors. The gadget offers four cleaning modes and can detect when it's cleaning carpet, increasing its suction power for optimal performance.
It can also be programmed to clean at specific times via a smartphone app or using Alexa voice control. Its compact design – measuring 28cm in diameter and 7.8cm tall – allows it to clean under furniture, while its anti-collision sensors help it avoid obstacles.
The Lefant also has a long-lasting battery that can run for 120 minutes on a single charge and will automatically return to its charging point when it needs to recharge. Additionally, its 500ml dust bin capacity means it can hold more waste, reducing its cleaning time.
However, unlike competitor models like the Shark Matrix Plus (£399.99) or Hoover HG4 Robot Vacuum Cleaner (£249), the Lefant does not offer the ability to map areas for cleaning on the app, reports the Express.
For those content to manage without this function, the Lefant M210P Robot Vacuum Cleaner has secured a 4.2-star rating from more than 6,000 reviews. Customers have praised the 'dust gobbler' as a brilliant time saver, with many saying they wish they had 'got one sooner'.
One satisfied shopper said: "Seriously impressed. I thought this was some sort of gimmick, but I was wrong. This little dust gobbler does an outstandingly good job, the entire downstairs area was cleaned, even reaching areas I thought it wouldn't.
"It was super easy to set up and start up. This has far exceeded what I thought it was capable of, I would rate it 10/10. Wish I'd got one sooner, it's a game changer."
Another said: "Amazing for hard floors. I was a bit worried that I expected too much from this little guy, but I was wrong. Battery life is approximately one hour 30 minutes.
"Docks itself when it needs charging. Easy to schedule through the app. It has found so much dust from under the sofas I didn't know was there. Not mega loud when in operation. Really recommend for hard floors."
This more mixed three-star review said: "Ideal for small jobs. If you want a simple to operate low cost cleaner this could be a good choice. Struggles a bit on deep pile but ideal for hardwood or similar floors."
While another glowing review said: "Great machine. It has been a year since I purchased this. It is great value for money. Cleans well, doesn't need a lot of time to charge, it's not too loud and does the job. It is a time saver and my little helper. Lefant's customer service is great. They helped me immediately when I had a problem."
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