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While my Nilfisk hoover requires me to operate it manually, it is nearly 30 years old and still works perfectly. Only thing I've had to replace is the power cord which started to come apart.

Having to replace a bunch of Roomba peripherals after under 5 years and calling it 'durable' is laughable.

A friend has a fully functioning Nilfisk that was made in 1969 and, the same as you, the only thing that's been replaced is the power cord.

Curious what you first replaced? I’ve had one for a few years and it seems like it’s still in good condition but wondering what to look for.

After 8 years I had to replace the whole drive unit. It worked 5 days a week for those 8 years æ, though. And my toddler used to surf on it...

Battery, the side brush motor and all brushes. And I accidentally tore off the top sensor - I had to solder it back.

Likewise, I’ve dropped mine pretty hard a half dozen times by picking it up from the dust bin which subsequently detaches.