# Rechargeable Floor-Mopping Robots The iRobot Braava 380t is Self-Sufficient and Battery-Operated By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-05-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floor-mopping-robots References: [amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00DCCYD6U?ascsubtag=UUacUdUnU73798YYwYg&linkCode=g12&tag=trenhunt0f-20) & [androidcentral](https://www.androidcentral.com/best-smart-home-gadgets-bathroom) The [iRobot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roomba-combo-j9) Braava 380T is a high-performing floor mopping robot that is essential for the contemporary smart home. The product operates on a rechargeable battery that can run for 3 hours on the dry sweeping function and two hours on the wet mopping one. The Braava 380T is compatible with a variety of cloths and pads, including reusable microfiber cloths, as well as single-use ones like the Swiffer pads. The floor mopping robot is ideal as a bathroom cleaning product as it perfectly directs itself through hard-to-reach places and edges. It boasts a compact shape and can clean hard surface floors in an efficient and quiet manner. The Braava 380T is also described as "pet-perfect" and can sweep up the hair of furry companions. The automation of the cleaning ritual has certainly gone long ways to accommodate lifestyles. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Rechargeable Floor-mopping Robots:** Opportunities for further development in battery technology and compatibility with eco-friendly cleaning products. - **Smart Home Cleaning Devices:** Disruptive innovations can target companion apps and voice integration for greater convenience and efficiency. - **Robotics for Cleaning Purposes:** Robotic technology can be further developed for specialized cleaning in public spaces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Development opportunities to tap on growing market of smart home devices. - **Cleaning Services:** Innovations in cleaning technology can enhance efficiency in professional cleaning services. - **Hospitality:** Robotic cleaning technology has potential to disrupt housekeeping for hotels and resorts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Automated Low-Maintenance Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roomba-combo-j9.md) - [Quiet Robot Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/narwal-t10.md) - [All-in-One Self-Cleaning Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/obode-p8.md) - [Track-Style Mopping Robot Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/narwal-flow.md) - [Mop-Changing Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mova-mobius-60.md) - [Adaptable Dual-Cleaning Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roborock-qx-revo.md) - [Compact Self-Cleaning Robotic Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfcleaning-robotic-vacuum.md) - [Low-Maintenance Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/narwal-freo-x-ultra.md) - [Self-Navigating Robot Mops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zigma.md)