iRobot Roomba 694 can clean all floor types, this feature comes in handy, as different rooms inside your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum cleaner is said to be able to clean all floor types, it means that the vacuum is capable to clean most flooring materials without any limitations.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus can also clean all floor types, meaning it is built to be adaptable, providing best cleaning performance on either carpets or hard floors commonly found in homes. iRobot Roomba 694 has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's way, allowing it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has an obstacle sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a better understanding of its environment, enabling it to navigate around furniture, walls, and other objects when cleaning a room thus preventing damage to both the robot and its obstacles.
No-go zones is a feature found on many robot vacuum cleaners and the iRobot Roomba 694 is one of them. These zones are essentially digital boundaries or restricted spaces that you can set up to prevent the robot from accessing specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle. Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the iRobot Roomba 694 are designed to work with Amazon Alexa, which means that they can be integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands.
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus can also work with Amazon Alexa, keep in mind that you will need an Alexa-enabled device such as an Echo speaker for voice control to work with your robot vacuum. iRobot Roomba 694 is compatible with Google Assistant, allowing you to control it using voice commands through Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app found on smartphones and tablets. The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus too is compatible with Google Assistant, it's always essential to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before buying a robot vacuum.
iRobot Roomba 694 has 1 cleaning modes, the cleaning modes offered by robot vacuums varies widely depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, having only 4
has more modes than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 3
Robot vacuum manufacturers may offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to various cleaning challenges. The iRobot Roomba 694 has a period of 1 year, warranty periods typically range from 1 year to 2 years, however some higher-end models may give longer warranty periods.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of iRobot Roomba 694. When considering a robot vacuum cleaner, it's essential to read and understand the warranty terms and conditions, alongside any limitations or exclusions that may apply. The iRobot Roomba 694's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity determines how much dust, debris, and pet hair the robot vacuum can hold before it needs to be emptied.
Different floor types require a robot vacuum to be at a given ground clearance so as to optimize performance. iRobot Roomba 694 adjusts its height to match this requirement, for example, it may raise itself slightly when moving to a carpet to enable effective suction, and then lower itself on hard floors to make sure the brushes make good contact. iRobot Roomba 694 weighs 3.4kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and carrying around.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 4.7kg
weighs more than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of 1.3kg. It's important to consider the weight of the robot vacuum when selecting a model, and that's if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
iRobot Roomba 694 has a width of 340mm, aslo known as its cleaning path width, refers to the width of the area that it can properly clean in one go. The width of a robot vacuum is important as it can affect its efficiency and the time it takes to clean a space
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 338mm
measures less in width than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 2mm.
A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room. iRobot Roomba 694's height measures 100mm, here you are considering the measurement from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have furniture with low clearance in your home.
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 92mm
measures less in height than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of 8mm. 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 a crucial factor that determines how long the vacuum can run on a single charge.
Battery capacity is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba 694's battery power is 2,100mAh
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at mAh1,800
has less battery power than the iRobot Roomba 694 by only
A bigger capacity implies longer battery life which can be of advantage if you have a large room or if you prefer the robot vacuum to complete cleaning cycles without frequent interruptions to recharge. The operating time of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the amount of time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single charge before it needs to return to its charging dock for recharging. iRobot Roomba 694's operating time is 3h
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 1.25h
spends less time than the iRobot Roomba 694 by only 1.75h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals.
iRobot Roomba 694 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 iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 2.5h
spends lesser time charging than the iRobot Roomba 694 by only 0.5h. 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 begins its next cleaning cycle.
The operating power consumption of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the amount of electrical power the vacuum uses while it's actively cleaning your home. iRobot Roomba 694 has a power consumption of 33W, power is measured in watts (W) and changes 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 a cleaning cycle or when specific conditions occur.
iRobot Roomba 694 has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation. Also, iRobot Roomba i3 Plus supports this feature, overall, the auto-off feature in a robot vacuum is a valuable addition that in a way promotes energy efficiency, prolongs the vacuum's lifespan, enhances safety, and adds convenience to the cleaning operations. iRobot Roomba 694 has a dirt sensor, dirt sensors are designed to detect the availability of dirt, dust, or debris in the area being cleaned and based on their readings adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during operation.
You may want to consider buying either the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus or iRobot Roomba 694 If you value the ability to automatically adjust the cleaning modes of the robot vacuum based on the level of dirt and debris in your space. This feature enables you to program a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a particular spot in your home, the iRobot Roomba 694 supports this, which can be really useful for dealing with localized messes or high-traffic areas. iRobot Roomba 694 has carpet detection, this enables the vacuum to identify and adapt to all kinds of floor surfaces, to be specific recognizing when it transitions from hard floors like tile to carpets.
This feature is designed to optimize cleaning performance and also ensure that the vacuum adjusts its settings appropriately when cleaning areas with carpets. Robot vacuums with a carpet detection feature such as the iRobot Roomba 694 and iRobot Roomba i3 Plus utilize sensors to detect surfaces, allowing them to make required adjustments for efficient cleaning. iRobot Roomba 694 supports a smartphone app, that allows you to control and monitor the vacuum without getting to it physically but through your smartphone or tablet.
Both the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus and iRobot Roomba 694 have mobile application support, mobile apps enhance 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 becoming stuck while cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba 694 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to navigate around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models.
Both the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus and iRobot Roomba 694 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 while cleaning. Virtual barriers are typically set up and managed through the robot vacuum's mobile app, similar to no-go zones, these barriers are designed to enable you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go during cleaning. Both iRobot Roomba 694 and iRobot Roomba i3 Plus support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for spaces with areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck.
Auto-docking is a feature that indicates the vacuum's ability to return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both iRobot Roomba i3 Plus and iRobot Roomba 694 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. Most robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba 694 come having an "cliff detection" feature.
This feature is designed to save the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, thus its safety during operation. This safety feature that is also available on the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus is key in mitigating accidents and keeping 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.
iRobot Roomba 694 has this convenient feature, which enables you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start working. This feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in keeping a consistently clean space without the need for manual intervention. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus too allows scheduling.
iRobot Roomba 694 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, iRobot Roomba i3 Plus supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum use, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
