It will only save map updates done by a full vacuum. It won’t save for spot cleaning or if any rooms are selected (*). It also must dock pretty much on the 1st try, seen it too many times fail to save if it takes longer than normal to dock.
(*) I found an odd case where it actually saved a map change after selecting a room to clean. Not sure if it has a meaningful use though. So it can happen. (2022-05-28)
For large changes (a new open room) it will ask at the end if you want to save the changes. It seems to save smaller changes automatically.
This is my experience so far, lots of testing and observation.
So the beta firmware appears mostly the same in this regard. Definitely could use improvements to map saving, I should have the option to save a cached/temporary map if I like it better.
My workaround was to set a ton of no-go zones to get it to go places and come back to dock asap. It was annoying, but it saved a lot of time. I recommend Bluestacks to set no-go zones if you have a lot of tiny ones like me…
My experience relocating the dock…
Downstairs I started with the dock in the laundry room, I then moved it to a different room and started a full vacuum (while the robot was docked) from that location – it managed to re-dock at the new location and save/update the map. I forget if it initially tried to look for it in the laundry room. (Added 2022-06-30)
TIP: Never use full vacuum (pushing vacuum button w/o selecting any rooms) regularly, this will possibly cause unwanted changes to the map to be saved permanently. Instead, select some rooms to vacuum. or even all of them each time you vacuum (Update 2023-08-24: Selecting all rooms seems to act like a full vacuum). Use full vacuum only if you want to make changes to the map. I’ve had fewer issues with robot confusion since doing this. (Added 2022-12-26)
– 2023-08-24: I usually had a couple rooms the robot never went into, I re-did my maps so they have just the rooms it will clean, now that I select all rooms I noticed that at least small changes are being saved. So I may need to create a “room” that won’t be selected.
Dead vacuum motor? (Added 2023-07-17)
Couple people have mentioned similar issues with no-go zones not saving recently, they both found a workaround. (Added 2023-03-23)
- Wyze Vacuum no-go zone changes don't "stick" - #5 by GARRISONTODD
- No-Go Zones won't save or delete - #10 by abshireluke99
— Official Wyze Docs, FAQ, Troubleshooting section for Robot Vacuum. —
Troubleshooting (Updated 2024-04-24)
- Make sure to keep the charging contacts clean at all times to help prevent issues with the battery and charging system, clean them thoroughly with an alcohol swab. → Wyze robot vacuum stops mid scheduled cleaning - #3 by SlabSlayer
- A good battery should be able to clean continuously from 100% down to 8%, at which point it should auto re-dock without suddenly dying.
- I’ve done some tests: Robot Vacuum Motor Doesn't Start - #18 by purchark
- Wyze Robot Vacuum Loud Noise when turning (Caused by missing bearing on main brush)
- Robot Vacuum Motor Doesn't Start - #21 by Wittwho (Stuck LIDAR caused by debris on the LIDAR’s motor shaft)
- Lidar blocked notification on robot vacuum - #25 by drewdah (Another LIDAR issue caused by debris, solved)
- Robot vacuum won’t turn on (solved by cleaning the charging contacts)
- Robot vacuum won't power on - #8 by chadbowcut
- Too much static electricity (Another combined post of mine, solving this helped a lot.)
- Wyze Vacuum lost spot clean (fixed) (customize room → edit name → save)
- Wyze robot vacuum motor is LOUD - #10 by purchark (Noisy vacuum motor, example youtube video. Scroll up a bit for a source/replacement part)
- Going in circles, are you running firmware 1.6.202/1.6.306?
- I’ve done some tests: Robot Vacuum Not Charging - #20 by purchark
- Wyze Vacuum gets lost and goes in circles
- Wyze robot vacuum basically useless after latest update
- Robot Vacuum Not Charging
- Firmware update from 1.6.113 to 1.6.199 bricked my vacuum?! - #19 by vgleason25
- Wyze Robot Vacuum crab walking
- If it is just circling in one spot (throw rugs seem to cause more issue than prior), you will have to avoid or change something.
- The Walmart unit running 1.6.306 can also have the issue, but there is a workaround.
- I think some have never recovered.
- Wyze Vacuum gets lost and goes in circles - #12 by VictorErnest (Can also be caused by a broken wire, Added 2024-01-27)
- Wyze Vacuum gets lost and goes in circles - #17 by jayheats (2024-05-26: Another fix, including photo)
- Robo vaccum acting like a monster - #10 by rakesh.motghare (Same wheel issue, broken wires.)
How to un-brick your WRV (Updated 2023-07-16)
- Firmware update from 1.6.113 to 1.6.199 bricked my vacuum?! - #12 by purchark
- Firmware update from 1.6.113 to 1.6.199 bricked my vacuum?! - #14 by firerock31 (found a method that did not require disconnecting battery)
- Firmware update from 1.6.113 to 1.6.199 bricked my vacuum?! - #15 by purchark
- Firmware update from 1.6.113 to 1.6.199 bricked my vacuum?! - #18 by vgleason25
- Wyze vac un-bricked! (Reddit) (“Advanced method”, requires a working unit and it may no longer be possible with later firmware versions)
- As long as the vacuum is re-added with the exact same name before removing the old/duplicate entry, you get to keep the maps.
Tear-downs (Updated 2024-04-05)
- Wyze WVCR200s Repair Help: Learn How to Fix It Yourself. (Battery, bumper, brush, side brush, wheels)
- Robot Vacuum Motor Doesn't Start - #20 by purchark (LIDAR)
- Robot Vacuum Motor Doesn't Start - #16 by Wittwho
- Robot Vacuum Not Charging - #9 by b25pilot
How to bypass cliff sensors (Added 2023-04-30)
- I’ve heard that the two outer IR sensors near the wheels are what’s used to detect that the WRV is level/on-the-floor (I’ve not validated this myself).
- Vacuum cliff sensor bypass
- I’ve done some tests: Robot Vacuum Motor Doesn't Start - #18 by purchark
Parts (Updated 2024-04-24)
- Wyze robot vacuum motor is LOUD - #8 by TomG (a source for a replacement vacuum motor)
- Wyze Robot Vacuum - Replacement Parts Kit
- Wyze Robot Vacuum Replacement Parts (compatible parts sold through walmart.com)
- Replacement Dust Bin for the Robot Vacuum - #29 by TomG
- Robot Vacuum Battery Replacement - #22 by TomG
- Wyze Robot Vacuum Battery Replacement (VOTE HERE)
- After replacing the battery, it will require a full charge/discharge cycle before the battery percentage is accurate.
- Be careful with aftermarket batteries. If you have a multi-meter, check the pin-out and voltages compared to the original. (Wyze Robot Vacuum Battery issues)
- Here’s the voltage, pin-out for the original battery: Robot Vacuum Battery Replacement - #72 by purchark
- Wyze Robot Vacuum - Replacement parts & accessories
- Keywords:
- Mijia STYJ02YM (viomi-v7)
- Mijia STYTJ02YM (viomi-v8) also known as the Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop P or Viomi V3 (non-Max)
- Wyze appears to be based on the STYTJ02YM.
Related posts
- Disenchanted with Wyze Robot Vacuum (no longer supported?) - #3 by SlabSlayer
- Robot Vacuum Motor Doesn't Start - #18 by purchark
- Robot Vacuum Not Charging - #20 by purchark
Tips & Tricks (Updated 2024-03-12)
- Wyze Robot Vacuum Slope (Incline/Decline Degree) Limits
- Neat trick with vacuum and cam - #2 by carverofchoice
- Clean the Robot vacuum universal wheel - #2 by purchark
I’m on the multi-floor beta firmware, 1.6.173.