We bring to you the smart mop, which reduces all your worries. Let’s have a look at the three different models of irobot braava, along with its merits and demerits. We will be comparing iRobot Braava Jet 240, iRobot Braava 380t, and 245. So the next time you go shopping, you can pick up one of these mobs for your house.
Cleans multiple rooms and large spaces. Navigates around objects and under furniture.; IAdapt 2.0 Navigation helps Braava keep track of where it's been and where it needs to go.
Our Verdict
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If we compare all the three models, it is obvious that the model iRobot Braava 380t would be a winner as it is the latest and the most advanced version of a smart mop, including advance navigation. Not only that the model 380 can be useful to clean a larger mess as compared to the iRobot Braava Jet 240 and 245. The demerit of this product is the cost. So, we would suggest that if you have a large house, then you can probably take irobot braava 340 or else you can take irobot braava jet 240 and 245. Another thing in this article is, we will be comparing the 240 and 380t because 245 is similar to 240. So whatever features apply for 240 is the same for 245.
iRobot Braava Jet 240 vs 380t vs 245: Comparison Chart
Navigation is the essential factor of a smart mop as it should know which particular area should it clear and should navigate to that area. The irobot braava jet 240 is not effective as compared to irobot braava 380. The irobot braava 380 uses their Northstar navigation cube to help them orient the robot mob.
2. Weight
The irobot braava jet 240 weighs around 2.7lbs, whereas the irobot braava 380 weighs around 8. 09lbs. Since it is more in weight, it indirectly means that it will have a more significant dimension, which is our next point of differentiation.
3. Dimensions
As we saw above, the weight of iRobot Braava Jet 240 is less as compared to that of iRobot Braava 380t. The dimensions of it would also vary. The irobot braava 380 has a size of 9.6X8.5X3.1 inch, whereas the irobot braava jet 240 has an aspect of 6.7x7x3.3inch.
4. Runtime
The irobot braava jet 240 has a runtime of 180 minutes, whereas the irobot braava 380 has a runtime of 210 minutes.
5. Water Tank
Since it is a smart mop, it will require water to mop the entire area. Each of the devices comes with a water tank. The capacity, however, may warry. The iRobot Braava Jet 240 has a water tank of 0.15 liters, and iRobot Braava 380t has a water tank of 0.12 liters.
6. Cleaning Modes
The irobot braava jet 240 has three different modes to cleans the house, which includes Wet Mop, Damp Sweep, and Dry Sweep. The irobot braava 380 has only two cleaning modes Mopping and Sweeping.
7. Cleaning Pads
The irobot braava jet 240 has removable and disposable pads, which adds a lot of costs, whereas the irobot braava 380 has a microfiber cleaning pad that can be reused multiple times.
8. Sweeping and Mopping Area
The iRobot Braava Jet 240 covers a sweeping area of 250 sq ft and a mopping area of 200 sq ft. Whereas the iRobot Braava 380t covers a sweeping area of 1000sq. Ft and mopping area of 350 sq ft. This data states that the irobot braava 380 truly stands on the definition of the smart mop.
Both the devices iRobot Braava Jet 240 and iRobot Braava 380t uses the same navigation technology of iAdapt 2.0 to detect the obstacles to avoid them during cleaning.
2. Automatic Power Off
When the devices are done with the cleaning or whenever there is a problem that affects it’s cleaning. The device will automatically power off and charges itself to prepare itself for the coming tasks.
The iRobot Braava Jet 240 can be considered as a product for people who don’t want to invest much and have a smaller cleaning area and want to enjoy the luxury of owning a smart mop. The smart mob has three cleaning options, which can be controlled by a single button on the device. The three cleaning options are the wet mop, dry mop, and the damp mop. As we mentioned above that this device is apt for smaller cleaning areas, the device can sweep 200sq. Ft. The device uses the same navigation technology as that irobot braava 380, but it faces difficulty in navigating areas.
The iRobot Braava 380t is an excellent product that provides you all the services that you expect from a smart mop. The most important factor in a smart mop is that it should cover all the areas and clean the surface to the maximum. The device has the capability of cleaning up to 1000sq ft of the area, which makes it suitable for the bigger houses The irobot braava 380 with the help of iAdapt 2.0 navigation technology it cleans the maximum areas. The presence of microfiber cloth for mopping makes the spik and span. The irobot braava 380 has a run of 210 minutes which adds to another reason of why one should buy irobot braava 380. The only disadvantage that has is the price, but if we are getting the best then we can overlook the cost.
Things We Like
Covers Larger area to clean
North star navigation cube
Runtime of 210 minutes
Things We Don't Like
Expensive
Only two pads for cleaning
FAQs
Q. Is the irobot braava jet 240 difficult to use?
No, it is not; it is an automatic system. The cleaning pads detect the type of cleaning required.
Q. Does Bravo 380t connect to the app?
Yes, you can connect the vacuum to the app through Bluetooth.
Bottom Line
As we saw above, the various merits and demerits of the products. We can conclude that if iRobot Braava 380t is worth a buy since it has more advanced features like better navigation, longer time run, and excellent cleaning performance. However, if you have a smaller area and don’t want any fancy features, then iRobot Braava Jet 240 can be considered. If you like this, you should also check out, The comparison between iRobot Braava Jet 240, 380t, and 245S.
Andrea is a Senior Content Editor who digs into the very minuscule details to give her readers the best hands-on experience of the products. She brings her years of research and engineering experience to help us consistently create immaculate engaging content and products that hold the highest technical integrity.
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