iRobot Roomba 630 can clean all floor types, this is essential, since different rooms within your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum cleaner is stated able to clean all floor types, this implies that the vacuum is capable to clean a wide range of flooring materials without any significant issues.
Xiaomi Mi Robot can also clean all floor types, this means that it too is built to be adaptable, giving effective cleaning performance on either hard floors or carpets commonly found in homes. The iRobot Roomba 630 has 3 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes supported by robot vacuums varies depending on the design of the robot vacuum. iRobot Roomba 630 has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 - 2 years, but some higher-end brands may give longer warranties.
iRobot Roomba 630's dustbin capacity is at 0.5L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the robot vacuum holds before it needs to be emptied. The Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 0.4L
carries less dirt than the iRobot Roomba 630 by only 0.1L
The dustbin capacity varies widely among robot vacuum models, and the size you choose should be based on your cleaning needs and the size of the area you want to clean. Different floor types require a robot vacuum to be at a given ground clearance so as to optimize performance.
iRobot Roomba 630 can adjust its height to match this requirement, for example, it may raise itself slightly when transitioning to a carpet to allow for effective suction, and then lower itself on hard floors to make sure the brushes make good contact. iRobot Roomba 630 weighs 3.6kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and carrying around. Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 0.4kg
is lighter than the iRobot Roomba 630 with a difference of 3.2kg.
It's advisable to consider the weight of the vacuum when getting a model, and that's if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
iRobot Roomba 630 has a width of 340mm, aslo known as its cleaning path width, is the width of the area that it can properly clean in a single pass. The width of a robot vacuum is important as it can affect its efficiency and the time it takes to clean a space
Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 345mm
measures more in width than the iRobot Roomba 630 by 5mm. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room.
iRobot Roomba 630's height measures 92mm, here you are considering the measure from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with limited clearance in your home. The Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 96mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba 630 by 4mm.
When selecting a robot vacuum, make sure that the robot vacuum can fit under the furniture and navigate effectively in your living space without getting stuck or causing damage. The operating time of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single charge before it needs to return to its charging dock for recharging. iRobot Roomba 630's operating time is 2h
The Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 2.5h
lasts more than the iRobot Roomba 630 by 0.5h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals.
iRobot Roomba 630 has a charge time of 3h, the charge time of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the amount of time it takes for the vacuum's battery to recharge fully after it has been depleted during a cleaning cycle. The Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 4h
charges for longer than the iRobot Roomba 630 with a difference of 1h. Charge time is an important factor to consider when choosing a robot vacuum, since it determines how long you'll need to wait before the vacuum is ready for its next cleaning cycle.
This is the amount of electrical power the vacuum uses while it's actively cleaning your home. iRobot Roomba 630 has a power consumption of 33W, power is measured in watts (W) and changes among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 55W
consumes more power than the iRobot Roomba 630 with a difference of 22W.
Lower power consumption is more energy-efficient and cost-effective over time, but it may also affect cleaning performance, especially on carpets. iRobot Roomba 630 has a dirt sensor, dirt sensors are designed to detect the availability of dirt, dust, or debris in the room being cleaned and based on their readings adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during operation. This feature in robot vacuum cleaners is designed to reduce the chance of the robot vacuum becoming stuck while cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba 630 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature can vary among different models. Both the Xiaomi Mi Robot and iRobot Roomba 630 have the "anti-stuck" feature, but clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums helps to further reduce the chances of becoming stuck during cleaning. These virtual barriers are typically set up and controlled through the robot vacuum's mobile app, similar to no-go zones, these barriers are designed to help you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go while cleaning.
Both iRobot Roomba 630 and Xiaomi Mi Robot support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is especially useful for spaces with areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles. Voice prompts are audible messages that the vacuum states to give you alerts on the different states of the vacuum. iRobot Roomba 630 supports this feature
The Xiaomi Mi Robot also supports voice prompts, this feature can be useful for you who prefer audible notifications or users who have visual impairments.
Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that indicates the vacuum's ability to return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Xiaomi Mi Robot and iRobot Roomba 630 support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it makes sure that the robot vacuum keeps its charge and readiness for cleaning without requiring manual intervention. Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba 630 come having an "anti-fall" feature.
This feature is designed to prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, hence its safety during operation. This safety feature that is also available on the Xiaomi Mi Robot is essential in mitigating accidents and protecting the robot vacuum from damage. It gives you peace of mind knowing that the vacuum will not fall off a ledge during its cleaning cycle.
