How much does a window cleaner actually cost over time? We did the maths. The case for a robot window cleaner is stronger than most people expect.
The cost of a traditional window cleaner
Average UK professional window cleaning: £25/visit, monthly:
- Monthly: £25
- Annual: £300
- 10-year total: £3,000+ (with annual price increases)
The cost of CleanBot R1 robot window cleaner
- One-off purchase: £173
- Replacement microfibre pads (~1 set/year): £20/year
- 10-year total: £373
The verdict
| Traditional cleaner | CleanBot R1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | £300 | £193 |
| Year 3 | £900 | £213 |
| Year 10 | £3,000+ | £373 |
| Saving | — | £2,627 |
Beyond the money
Cost aside, a robot window cleaner gives you total control. Run it at 11pm. Run it once a week. Run it while you're at work. No booking, no waiting in, no awkward small talk through the window.
For the 2.4 million UK homeowners aged 60+ who struggle with ladders, the safety benefit alone is worth the price.
Quality?
CleanBot R1's dual water-mist and microfibre system produces a streak-free result verified by 2,400+ UK owners. 97% rate cleaning quality as "better than or equal to" their previous window cleaner.