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Model: iRobot® Roomba® e, i, and j Series Replenishment Kit, (3 High-Efficiency Filters, 3 Edge-Sweeping Brushes, and 1 Multi-Surface Dual Rubber Brush Set)
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I've owned something like 12 Roombas over almost two decades. I currently use four of them, each one running twice per week. I've used both OEM parts and non-OEM ones, and while there have been times when a non-OEM part seemed to wear out a bit quicker, I've never experienced any sort of damage or hassle. Given that the non-OEM parts can cost a small fraction of even this OEM sale price, I would not recommend buying OEM because of perceived better quality. Most of the parts are inherently simple to manufacture, replace, and use, so it's not surprising that many alternatives are available and work great.
As for the reviews about non-OEM roller problems you've read... most people who experience problems with non-OEM parts would have had the exact same issues if they had been using OEM parts, but the wrongly attribute the issue to the fact their part was non-OEM. For example, if you run your Roomba over loads of pet hairs or other long stringy things, they will eventually clog, tangle, and tear the rollers regardless of who manufactured them.
I can't think of a single time I've purchased non-OEM parts that didn't fit or look right, but let's say that you do get a bad batch somewhere... they are so much cheaper that you could throw them away and try again three or four more times before you are in the red.
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Still way more expensive than third-party options. Maybe slightly better quality but doubtful enough to justify even this price.
I've read a lot of complaints about third party rollers messing up the roomba in reviews. I am willing to use them, but only if they do not damage the roomba. Any anecdotal experience with that?
I've read a lot of complaints about third party rollers messing up the roomba in reviews. I am willing to use them, but only if they do not damage the roomba. Any anecdotal experience with that?
I have had third party rollers' fins cut by tangled hair. But they lasted quite a while before that happened. No damage to the Roomba.
I've read a lot of complaints about third party rollers messing up the roomba in reviews. I am willing to use them, but only if they do not damage the roomba. Any anecdotal experience with that?
I tried third party rollers and they wore out quickly, didn't quite fit right and made the vacuum even louder. We only use our Roomba once a week to so and the rollers wore out in about six months. They didn't damage our unit, though.
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I've read a lot of complaints about third party rollers messing up the roomba in reviews. I am willing to use them, but only if they do not damage the roomba. Any anecdotal experience with that?
I've owned something like 12 Roombas over almost two decades. I currently use four of them, each one running twice per week. I've used both OEM parts and non-OEM ones, and while there have been times when a non-OEM part seemed to wear out a bit quicker, I've never experienced any sort of damage or hassle. Given that the non-OEM parts can cost a small fraction of even this OEM sale price, I would not recommend buying OEM because of perceived better quality. Most of the parts are inherently simple to manufacture, replace, and use, so it's not surprising that many alternatives are available and work great.
As for the reviews about non-OEM roller problems you've read... most people who experience problems with non-OEM parts would have had the exact same issues if they had been using OEM parts, but the wrongly attribute the issue to the fact their part was non-OEM. For example, if you run your Roomba over loads of pet hairs or other long stringy things, they will eventually clog, tangle, and tear the rollers regardless of who manufactured them.
I can't think of a single time I've purchased non-OEM parts that didn't fit or look right, but let's say that you do get a bad batch somewhere... they are so much cheaper that you could throw them away and try again three or four more times before you are in the red.
Still way more expensive than third-party options. Maybe slightly better quality but doubtful enough to justify even this price.
Tons of complaints about third party, especially the bags and filters. For me, not having to manually adjust the bag every time the robot needs to empty is enough justification. This is a fantastic deal as the three pack OEM filters are this price. Im buying two.
I've owned something like 12 Roombas over almost two decades. I currently use four of them, each one running twice per week. I've used both OEM parts and non-OEM ones, and while there have been times when a non-OEM part seemed to wear out a bit quicker, I've never experienced any sort of damage or hassle. Given that the non-OEM parts can cost a small fraction of even this OEM sale price, I would not recommend buying OEM because of perceived better quality. Most of the parts are inherently simple to manufacture, replace, and use, so it's not surprising that many alternatives are available and work great.
As for the reviews about non-OEM roller problems you've read... most people who experience problems with non-OEM parts would have had the exact same issues if they had been using OEM parts, but the wrongly attribute the issue to the fact their part was non-OEM. For example, if you run your Roomba over loads of pet hairs or other long stringy things, they will eventually clog, tangle, and tear the rollers regardless of who manufactured them.
I can't think of a single time I've purchased non-OEM parts that didn't fit or look right, but let's say that you do get a bad batch somewhere... they are so much cheaper that you could throw them away and try again three or four more times before you are in the red.
May I ask where you get your replacement batteries?
I've read a lot of complaints about third party rollers messing up the roomba in reviews. I am willing to use them, but only if they do not damage the roomba. Any anecdotal experience with that?
All 3rd party rollers I've used have been poor quality with either the gear parts on the ends break off or the roller fins shredding very quickly. I'm all for 3rd party stuff but I'll only buy oem roomba rollers from now on.
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May I ask where you get your replacement batteries?
Batteries are a part I haven't replaced. By the time any unit has experienced significant runtime issues, I've sold or disposed of it in favor of a newer model.
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As for the reviews about non-OEM roller problems you've read... most people who experience problems with non-OEM parts would have had the exact same issues if they had been using OEM parts, but the wrongly attribute the issue to the fact their part was non-OEM. For example, if you run your Roomba over loads of pet hairs or other long stringy things, they will eventually clog, tangle, and tear the rollers regardless of who manufactured them.
I can't think of a single time I've purchased non-OEM parts that didn't fit or look right, but let's say that you do get a bad batch somewhere... they are so much cheaper that you could throw them away and try again three or four more times before you are in the red.
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Compatible with all Roomba e Series, i1, i1+, i3, i3+, i4, i4+, i5, i5+, i7, i7+, i8+, j5, j5+, j7, j7+, j8, j8+, j9+
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As for the reviews about non-OEM roller problems you've read... most people who experience problems with non-OEM parts would have had the exact same issues if they had been using OEM parts, but the wrongly attribute the issue to the fact their part was non-OEM. For example, if you run your Roomba over loads of pet hairs or other long stringy things, they will eventually clog, tangle, and tear the rollers regardless of who manufactured them.
I can't think of a single time I've purchased non-OEM parts that didn't fit or look right, but let's say that you do get a bad batch somewhere... they are so much cheaper that you could throw them away and try again three or four more times before you are in the red.
As for the reviews about non-OEM roller problems you've read... most people who experience problems with non-OEM parts would have had the exact same issues if they had been using OEM parts, but the wrongly attribute the issue to the fact their part was non-OEM. For example, if you run your Roomba over loads of pet hairs or other long stringy things, they will eventually clog, tangle, and tear the rollers regardless of who manufactured them.
I can't think of a single time I've purchased non-OEM parts that didn't fit or look right, but let's say that you do get a bad batch somewhere... they are so much cheaper that you could throw them away and try again three or four more times before you are in the red.
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