Are you tired of manually sending your Roomba home after it’s done cleaning? With smart home technology, you can now automate this process and have your Roomba return home on its own.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to send Roomba home automatically using different methods.
Method 1: Using the Roomba App
If you own a Wi-Fi-connected Roomba, you can use the Roomba app to send it home automatically. Follow these steps:
- Open the Roomba app on your smartphone or tablet.
- Select the “Clean” option to start cleaning.
- Once the Roomba has finished cleaning, click on the “Dock” button to send it home.
- Your Roomba will automatically return to its dock and start charging.
Method 2: Using a Smart Home Hub
If you have a smart home hub such as Amazon Echo or Google Home, you can use voice commands to send Roomba home automatically. Follow these steps:
- Make sure your Roomba is connected to your smart home hub.
- Say “Hey Google” or “Alexa” to activate your smart home hub.
- Say “Send Roomba Home” or “Dock Roomba” to send it home automatically.
- Your Roomba will automatically return to its dock and start charging.
Method 3: Using IFTTT
IFTTT (If This Then That) is a web-based service that allows you to automate tasks between devices and apps. You can use IFTTT to send Roomba home automatically. Follow these steps:
- Sign up for an IFTTT account and activate the Roomba channel.
- Create a new applet with the following trigger: “When Roomba finishes cleaning.”
- Add the action “Dock Roomba” to the applet.
- Save the applet and enable it.
- Your Roomba will automatically return to its dock and start charging.
Method 4: Using a Smart Plug
If your Roomba is not Wi-Fi connected, you can use a smart plug to send it home automatically. Follow these steps:
- Plug your Roomba into a smart plug.
- Connect the smart plug to your Wi-Fi network.
- Use a smart home app such as SmartThings or Wink to automate the plug.
- Set up a routine that turns off the smart plug when Roomba is done cleaning.
- Your Roomba will automatically return to its dock and start charging.
Conclusion
Sending Roomba home automatically is a simple process that can save you time and effort.
Whether you have a Wi-Fi connected Roomba, a smart home hub, or a smart plug, there are different methods to automate this task.
Choose the method that works best for you and enjoy a hassle-free cleaning experience.
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