I’m looking for one that can:

  • Run without any internet access (including during setup).
  • Can be controlled over LAN via HomeAssistant.
  • Mop.

5GHz wifi support and multiple floor capability would be a big bonus, but not a deal-breaker.

Basically, I’d like to get one, and see how I get on with it.
I’m happy to get something old/budget, to help me work out what I want in a “forever” vacuum.

Happy to buy second hand, and happy to flash/jtag/hack, so long as the procedures are reliable.

  • JustinAEnglish
    10·
    8 months ago

    Definitely go with valetudo, they have a good robot buying guide for 0-cloud vacuums. No flashing needed, but you may need to do some SSH. Only downside I think is that valetudo doesn’t support multiple floors.

      • Osiris@lemmy.worldEnglish
        5·
        8 months ago

        Multiple levels as in it wont work for my upstairs and downstairs.
        The software is only designed for one map

        • quicksand@lemm.eeEnglish
          3·
          8 months ago

          Thanks for clarifying. It should work for me then, I’ll have to give it a try