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36 Examples of Smart Cleaning Solutions

From Window-Washing Drones to Modular Vacuum Cleaners

— May 11, 2016 — Art & Design
These smart cleaning solutions range from window-washing drones to modular vacuum cleaners that are designed to work on a variety of floor surfaces. Standouts include eco-friendly and transformative steam machines along with intuitive robot vacuums that can be programmed to sterilize large surfaces as well as tighter nooks and crannies.

In addition to connected vacuums, mops, steam cleaners and other similar gadgets, other notable innovations in this realm include germ-killing toilet brushes and ultrasonic faucets that ensure more hygienic personal care and home cleaning routines.

Furthermore, examples like kitchen-cleaning robots and window-wiping drones round off this list of smart cleaning solutions and are reflective of society's growing obsession with intelligent devices that can eventually replace the need for physical cleaning practices in both consumers' homes and within public spaces.
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Pet-Specific Deodorizers
Pet-Specific Deodorizers
This Product Breaks Down Urine Instead of Simply Masking the Smell
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Wet-Dry Robotic Vacuums
Wet-Dry Robotic Vacuums
The Chuwi ILife V5S Automatic Vacuum Cleaner is a Literal Cleaning Machine
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30
Steam-Powered Floor Cleaners
Steam-Powered Floor Cleaners
The Swiffer Steamboost Uses the Power of Steam to Clean Tough Messes
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29
Washable Filter Vacuums
Washable Filter Vacuums
The BISSELL PowerGlide Cordless Portable Vacuum is Easily Maintained
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28
Phone-Sterilizing Toasters
Phone-Sterilizing Toasters
Gmarket's 'Green Toaster' is Used to Clean a Phone with UV Light
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Eco-Friendly Steam Machines
Eco-Friendly Steam Machines
The Optima EST3 Steamer Provides an New Option for Cleaning Cars
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Sanitizing LED Wands
Sanitizing LED Wands
This Cleaning Device by Verilux Destroys Bacteria That Causes Odors
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25
Air-Purifying Vacuums
Air-Purifying Vacuums
The 'Purifi' Handheld Vacuum Cleaner Would Suck Up Dirt, Debris and More
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Efficient Robotic Floor Cleaners
Efficient Robotic Floor Cleaners
The iRobot Braava 320 Floor Mopping Robot is a Multipurpose Unit
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Separating Home-Cleaning Appliances
Separating Home-Cleaning Appliances
The Shark Rotator Powered Lift-Away Canister Vacuum is Capable
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22
Mobile Mattress Sanitizers
Mobile Mattress Sanitizers
'Clean Sleep' Trucks Wash Mattresses, Plus Remove Stains and Odors
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21
Hygienic Metallic Cleaning Cloths
Hygienic Metallic Cleaning Cloths
The Mono Softmesh Stainless Steel Cloth is Ideal for Scrubbing
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Home-Sanitizing Humidifiers
Home-Sanitizing Humidifiers
The 'Caddo' Air Humidifier Keeps Air Moist and Sanitized
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Deodorizer Sneaker Dryers
Deodorizer Sneaker Dryers
The StinkBOSS is an Antibacterial Device for Cleaning Sport Footwear
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Transformative Home Vacuums
Transformative Home Vacuums
The Shark Navigator Lift-Away Pro Changes Form for Different Tasks
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Affordable Floor-Cleaning Robots
Affordable Floor-Cleaning Robots
The iRobot Braava Jet 240 Floor Mopping Robot is Simply Designed
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Scrubber-Embedded Cleaning Gloves
Scrubber-Embedded Cleaning Gloves
The UPMagic Reusable Kitchen Gloves Make Cleaning Quicker
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15
Automatic Pool Cleaners
Automatic Pool Cleaners
The Aquabot Elite Robot Pool Cleaner Offers 360-Degree Cleaning
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14
Grill-Cleaning Robots
Grill-Cleaning Robots
This Handy 'Grillbot' Cooking Accessory Debuted at CES 2016
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13
Ultrasonic Faucets
Ultrasonic Faucets
The StarStream is an Attachment that Charges Water with Ultrasound
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12
Touchless Stationary Vacuums
Touchless Stationary Vacuums
The EyeVac Home Bagless Vacuum Turns on When Debris is Detected
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11
Space-Saving Vacuums
Space-Saving Vacuums
The GTech 'Multi' Handheld Vacuum Encourages Ditching the Upright Vacuum
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10
Kitchen-Cleaning Robots
Kitchen-Cleaning Robots
Rollin' Justin is a Kitchen Robot That Cleans Countertops and Cars
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9
In-Car Air Purifiers
In-Car Air Purifiers
The Schatzii AIR Car Ionic Air Purifier Doubles as a Charger for Devices
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8
Sculpted Symbol Purifiers
Sculpted Symbol Purifiers
The 'Magic Air Purifier' Air Filter Design Looks Like the Möbius Strip
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Bacteria-Killing Humidifiers
Bacteria-Killing Humidifiers
The All-New Dyson Humidifier Cleans the Air While Moistening It
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Hybrid Vacuum-Steamers
Hybrid Vacuum-Steamers
The Nugeni Steva is a Four-in-One Cleaning Appliance
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5
Smart Air Purifiers
Smart Air Purifiers
Awair Monitors and Enhances the Air Quality in One's Home
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4
Petaled Air Purifiers
Petaled Air Purifiers
The Electrolux Lotus Blossoms with Atmosphere-Improving Features
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3
Microwave Clothes Cleaners
Microwave Clothes Cleaners
The 'Wavelet' Clothes Cleaning Appliance Uses Familiar Technology
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2
Window-Washing Drones
Window-Washing Drones
The 'WINBOT 830' Window Cleaning Robot Makes Household Chores Automatic
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Water-Recirculating Shower Systems
Water-Recirculating Shower Systems
The Showerloop System Allows Users to Take Longer Showers
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