Philips SmartPro Compact robot cleaner is stuck for ideas
This autonomous vacuum cleaner sucks dirt well enough, but only when it doesn't get caught between chair legs.
Aloysius Low
Aloysius Low is a Senior Editor at CNET covering mobile and Asia. Based in Singapore, he loves playing Dota 2 when he can spare the time and is also the owner-minion of two adorable cats.
Philips SmartPro Compact
The Philips SmartPro Compact is the company's latest robot vacuum, and unfortunately, it's somewhat bad at its job. Read why in our first take below.
Philips SmartPro Compact
Two side brushes push dirt into its nozzles.
Philips SmartPro Compact
Besides charging at a dock, it can also be charged directly via AC adapter.
Philips SmartPro Compact
The cover here is redundant, adding an additional step for removing the dust bin.
Philips SmartPro Compact
The SmartPro Compact's dust bin isn't very big, with a capacity of just 0.3 litres.
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