iRobot Roomba 694 cleans all floor types, this feature is essential, as different rooms within a home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is advertised able to clean all types of floors, this means that the vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean a wide range of flooring materials without any limitations.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus aslo cleans all floor types, which implies that it too is designed to be adaptable, giving best cleaning performance on either hard floors or carpets commonly found in homes. iRobot Roomba 694 has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles 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, making it possible to navigate around furniture, walls, and other objects when cleaning a room and avoiding damage to both the robot and its obstacles.
No-go zones is a feature found on many advanced robot vacuum cleaners and the iRobot Roomba 694 is one of them. These zones are basicaaly digital boundaries or restricted spaces that you can set up to prevent the robot from entering specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle. Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the iRobot Roomba 694 are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which means that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands.
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus 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. The iRobot Roomba 694 is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to control it using voice commands via Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app installed on smartphones and tablets. The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus is compatible with Google Assistant, it's always essential to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before purchasing a robot vacuum.
iRobot Roomba 694 has 1 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes supported by robot vacuums varies widely depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, having only 4
has more modes than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of 3
Robot vacuum manufacturers may offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to different cleaning surfaces. iRobot Roomba 694 has a period of 1 year, warranty periods for robot vacuums typically range from 1 year to 2 years, however some higher-end brands may give longer warranties.
The 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 indicates how much dust, debris, and pet hair the robot vacuum holds 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. The iRobot Roomba 694 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 694 weighs 3.4kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and portability.
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 vacuum when selecting a model, especially 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 the robot vacuum can properly clean in one go. The width of a robot vacuum is key as it can affect its efficiency and the time it takes to clean a room
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 338mm
measures less in width than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of 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 looking at the measure from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with low clearance in your home.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 92mm
measures less in height than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 8mm. When choosing a robot vacuum, ensure 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 operate on a single charge.
It is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba 694's battery power is 2,100mAh
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at mAh1,800
has less battery power than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of only
A bigger capacity implies longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large home or if you prefer the robot vacuum to complete operations without frequent interruptions to recharge. The operating time of the iRobot Roomba 694 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 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.
This is 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 typically measured in watts (W) and can vary among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. This feature is designed to automatically turn off the vacuum after it has completed an operation 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 has 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 process. iRobot Roomba 694 has a dirt sensor, dirt sensors are designed to detect the availability of dirt, dust, or debris in the space being cleaned and can be used to 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 room. This feature allows you to instruct a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a particular area in your home, the iRobot Roomba 694 supports this, which can be particularly useful for addressing particular area messes or high-traffic areas. iRobot Roomba 694 has carpet detection, which allows the vacuum to detect and adapt to all kinds of floor surfaces, specifically recognizing when it moves from hard floors like hardwood to areas with 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 like the iRobot Roomba 694 and iRobot Roomba i3 Plus utilize sensors to detect surfaces, allowing them to make required adjustments for better cleaning. iRobot Roomba 694 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 iRobot Roomba i3 Plus and iRobot Roomba 694 have mobile application support, this enhances your 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 trapped while cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba 694 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to navigate around obstacles and avoid getting stuck, 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, however clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums helps to further reduce the chances of getting stuck while cleaning. These virtual barriers are set up and controlled via 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. Both iRobot Roomba 694 and iRobot Roomba i3 Plus support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for spaces with areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck.
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 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 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 while cleaning. This safety feature that is also available on the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus is key in avoiding accidents and keeping the robot vacuum from damage. It gives you peace of mind by ensuring that the vacuum will not fall off a ledge during its cleaning cycle.
iRobot Roomba 694 has this convenient feature, which allows you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start cleaning your space. This feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in maintaining a consistently clean space without the need for manual intervention. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus too can be scheduled.
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 ease and flexibility of robot vacuum use, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
