Cecotec Conga 3090

Design & Build The Conga 3090 features a circular design typical of robot vacuums, with a sleek black finish and minimal physical controls. The build quality feels substantial, with durable plastics used throughout. At the top, you'll find a raised laser navigation tower that enables room mapping. The dust bin is easily accessible from the top, though at 0.5L it's somewhat smaller than competing models. The unit includes both sweeping brushes and a main roller brush underneath, along with a water tank for mopping functionality.

Performance Navigation is handled by iTech Laser technology, which creates detailed floor plans and enables systematic cleaning patterns. The vacuum offers 2700Pa of suction power, which I found sufficient for handling both hard floors and medium-pile carpets. Multiple cleaning modes are available, including spot cleaning, edge cleaning, and zone-based cleaning. The mopping function works adequately for light maintenance but shouldn't be relied upon for heavy-duty floor washing. Battery life typically reaches about 160 minutes, enough to clean roughly 160m² on a single charge.

User Experience The companion app provides extensive control options, including real-time mapping, virtual barriers, and scheduled cleaning. However, initial setup can be frustrating, with some users (myself included) experiencing Wi-Fi connectivity issues. The app interface is intuitive once configured, allowing you to designate no-go zones and specific room cleaning sequences. Voice control through Alexa and Google Assistant works well, though commands are limited to basic functions. The robot handles obstacles reasonably well but occasionally struggles with dark-colored rugs and complex furniture arrangements.

Value Positioned in the mid-range segment, the Conga 3090 offers features typically found in more expensive models, like laser navigation and app control. While it doesn't match the advanced obstacle avoidance of premium competitors, it delivers good cleaning performance for its price point. The inclusion of both vacuuming and mopping capabilities adds value, though the mopping function is basic compared to dedicated robot mops.