Roomba 692 cleans all floor types, this is essential, as different rooms within your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is said to be able to clean all types of floors, it means that the robot vacuum is capable to effectively clean most flooring materials without any limitations.
Roomba 692 has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's way, this allwos it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the Roomba 981 has an obstacle sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a better understanding of its environment, making it possible to navigate around furniture, walls, and other objects when cleaning a room thus preventing damage to both the robot and its obstacles. Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the Roomba 692 are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which means that they can be integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands.
The Roomba 981 can also work with Amazon Alexa, keep in mind that you will require an Alexa-enabled device such as an Echo speaker for voice control to work with your robot vacuum. Roomba 692 is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to control it using voice commands through Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app installed on smartphones and tablets. Roomba 981 is compatible with Google Assistant, it's advised to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before buying a robot vacuum.
Roomba 692 has 4 cleaning modes, the cleaning modes offered by robot vacuum cleaners can vary widely depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. The Roomba 981, having only 4
has the same number of cleaning modes as the Roomba 692
Robot vacuum manufacturers offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to various cleaning scenarios. Roomba 692 has a period of 1 year, warranty periods typically range from 1 year to 2 years, but some higher-end brands may give longer warranties.
The Roomba 981, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Roomba 692. When considering a robot vacuum cleaner, it's essential to read and understand the warranty terms and conditions, as well as any limitations or exclusions that may apply. Many robot vacuum cleaners are equipped with sensors and indicators to alert users when the dirt collection container is full and needs to be emptied.
Roomba 692 supports this feature, which prevents the robot vacuum from getting clogged thus performance will be maintained as soon as the bin is emptied. Roomba 981 also can indicate when its dustbin is full, for a robot vacuum to indicate that it's full can improve the convenience of owning one since it reduces the need for constant monitoring. The Roomba 692 weighs 3.5kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and portability.
The Roomba 981, at 4kg
weighs more than the Roomba 692 by 0.5kg. It's important to consider the weight of the vacuum when choosing a model, and that's if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
Roomba 692 has a width of 330mm, aslo known as its cleaning path width, refers to the width of the area that it can effectively clean in one go. The width of a robot vacuum is important as it can affect its efficiency and the duration it takes to clean a room
Roomba 981, at 351mm
measures more in width than the Roomba 692 with a difference of 21mm.
A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room. Roomba 692's height measures 93mm, here you are looking at the measurement from the bottom to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have furniture with limited clearance in your home.
The Roomba 981, at 92mm
measures less in height than the Roomba 692 by 1mm. When selecting a robot vacuum, make sure that the robot vacuum can go under the furniture and navigate effectively in your living space without getting stuck or causing damage. The battery power of a robot vacuum cleaner is important as it determines how long the vacuum can run on a single charge.
Battery capacity is typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Roomba 692's battery power is 1,800mAh
The Roomba 981, at mAh3,000
has more battery power than the Roomba 692 with a difference of
A bigger capacity implies longer battery life which can be of advantage if you have a large home or if you would like the robot vacuum to complete operations without frequent interruptions to recharge. 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 be recharged. Roomba 692's operating time is 1.5h
The Roomba 981, at 2h
lasts more than the Roomba 692 by 0.5h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals.
Roomba 692 has a charge time of 2h, 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. Roomba 981, at 3h
charges for longer than the Roomba 692 with a difference of 1h. Charge time is an important factor to consider when choosing a robot vacuum, as it determines how long you'll need to wait before the vacuum begins its next cleaning cycle.
This is the amount of electrical power the vacuum uses while it's actively cleaning your home. Roomba 692 has a power consumption of 33W, power is often measured in watts (W) and can vary among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. Auto-off is a feature designed to automatically turn off the vacuum after it has completed an operation or when specific conditions occur.
Roomba 692 has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation. Also, Roomba 981 has this feature, overall, the auto-off feature in a robot vacuum is a key addition that in a way promotes energy efficiency, prolongs the vacuum's lifespan, enhances safety, and adds convenience to the cleaning operations. Roomba 692 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 cleaning cycle.
Roomba 692 supports a smartphone app, through which you can control and monitor the vacuum without getting to it physically but through your smartphone or tablet. Both the Roomba 981 and Roomba 692 have mobile application support, this enhances the user experience by providing convenience, and ease update of features and functionalities. This feature in robot vacuum cleaners is intended to eliminate the likelihood of the robot vacuum getting stuck while cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the Roomba 692 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting stuck, but the effectiveness of this feature can vary among different models. Both the Roomba 981 and Roomba 692 have the "anti-stuck" feature, however clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums can help further eliminate the chances of getting stuck during cleaning. Virtual barriers are typically set up and controlled through the robot vacuum's mobile app, similar to no-go zones, these barriers are setup to enable you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go during cleaning.
Voice prompts are audible messages that the vacuum emits to provide you alerts on the different states of the vacuum. Roomba 692 has this feature
The Roomba 981 also supports voice prompts, this feature is useful for you who prefer audible notifications or users who have visual impairments. Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that refers to the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when certain conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction.
Both Roomba 981 and Roomba 692 support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it ensures that the robot vacuum keeps its charge and readiness for cleaning with little or no manual intervention. Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as Roomba 692 come equipped with an "cliff detection" feature. This feature is designed to save 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 Roomba 981 is key in preventing 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. Roomba 692 has this convenient feature, which allows you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start working.
The scheduling feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in maintaining a consistently clean home with little or no manual intervention. Roomba 981 too allows scheduling. Roomba 692 supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi-enabled robot vacuums offer several advantages and features, such as remote control, mobile app integration, voice assistant compatibility, and remote monitoring.
Also, Roomba 981 supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
