iRobot Roomba 694 can clean all floor types, this feature comes in handy, since different rooms within your home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum is stated as being able to clean all types of floors, it means that the robot vacuum is capable to effectively clean a wide range of flooring materials without any significant issues.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus aslo cleans all floor types, meaning it is built to be versatile, giving best cleaning results 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 obstacles in the robot's path, allowing it to navigate around them and avoid collisions. Also, the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has this sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a better understanding of its surroundings, making it possible to navigate around furniture, walls, and other objects when cleaning a room and preventing damage to both the robot and its obstacles.
No-go zones is a feature found on many robot vacuum cleaners and 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 implies that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands.
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 iRobot Roomba i3 Plus. 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 installed on smartphones and tablets. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus too is compatible with Google Assistant, it's always essential to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before purchasing a robot vacuum.
The iRobot Roomba 694 has 1 cleaning modes, the cleaning modes supported by robot vacuum cleaners varies 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 offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to different cleaning floors. iRobot Roomba 694 has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 - 2 years, however some higher-end models may give longer warranty periods.
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of iRobot Roomba 694. When thinking of buying a robot vacuum cleaner, it's important to read and understand the warranty terms and conditions, as well as any limitations or exclusions that may apply. The iRobot Roomba 694's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the 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. iRobot Roomba 694 adjusts its height to match this demand, for example, it may raise itself slightly when moving to a carpet to enable effective suction, and then lower itself on hard floors to ensure the brushes make good contact. The 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 by 1.3kg. It's advisable to take in consideration the weight of the vacuum when choosing 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, is the width of the area that it can properly clean in a single pass. The width of a robot vacuum is key as it can affect its efficiency and the duration it takes to clean a space
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, shortening 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 to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with limited clearance in your home.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 92mm
measures less in height than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 8mm. 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 battery power of a robot vacuum cleaner is a crucial factor that determines how long the vacuum can run on a single charge.
It is typically 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 by only
A bigger capacity usually means longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large room or if you would like the robot vacuum to complete cleaning cycles 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 be recharged. 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. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 2.5h
spends lesser time charging than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of 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 often measured in watts (W) and changes among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. This feature is designed to automatically turn off the vacuum after it has completed a cleaning cycle or when certain 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 key 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, these 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.
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 home. This feature allows you to program a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a specific spot in your space, the iRobot Roomba 694 supports this, which can be really useful for dealing with particular area messes or high-traffic areas. iRobot Roomba 694 has carpet detection, this enables the vacuum to detect and adapt to all kinds of floor surfaces, to be specific recognizing when it transitions from hard floors like hardwood to areas with carpets.
This feature is intended to improve cleaning performance and also ensure that it adjusts its settings appropriately when cleaning carpets. Robot vacuums with a carpet detection feature like the iRobot Roomba 694 and iRobot Roomba i3 Plus use sensors for surface detection, enabling them to make necessary adjustments for efficient 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 the user experience by providing convenience, and ease update of features and functionalities. This feature in robot vacuum cleaners is designed to eliminate the chance of the robot vacuum becoming trapped during cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba 694 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting stuck, but 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 can help further reduce the chances of becoming stuck during cleaning. These virtual barriers are typically set up and managed via the robot vacuum's mobile app, similar to no-go zones, these barriers are setup to help 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 especially useful for homes having areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck.
Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that indicates the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as done with cleaning, 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 prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, thus its safety while cleaning. This safety feature that is also available on the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus is essential in mitigating accidents and protecting the robot vacuum from damage. It gives you peace of mind by ensuring that the vacuum will not fall down a flight of stairs during its cleaning cycle.
iRobot Roomba 694 has this convenient feature, which allows you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start cleaning your space. This feature in robot vacuums is particularly 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 convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum use, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
