Roomba 694 cleans all floor types, this comes in handy, since different rooms within a home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is advertised as being able to clean all floor types, this implies that the vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean several flooring materials without much limitations.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus aslo cleans all floor types, meaning it is designed to be adaptable, providing effective cleaning performance on either hard floors or carpets commonly found in homes. Roomba 694 has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's path, this allwos 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 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 robot vacuum cleaners and the Roomba 694 supports this feature. These zones are basicaaly 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 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.
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 Roomba 694 is compatible with Google Assistant, allowing 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.
The Roomba 694 has 1 cleaning modes, the cleaning modes offered by robot vacuum cleaners varies widely depending on the design of the robot vacuum. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, having only 4
has more modes than the 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 floors. The Roomba 694 has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 year to 2 years, but some higher-end brands may give longer warranty periods.
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Roomba 694. When considering a robot vacuum cleaner, it's important to read and understand the warranty terms and conditions, alongside any limitations or exclusions that may apply. The Roomba 694's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity determines 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. The Roomba 694 adjusts its height to match this demand, for example, it may raise itself slightly when moving to a carpet to allow for effective suction, and then lower itself on hard floors to make sure the brushes make good contact. Roomba 694 weighs 3.4kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and portability.
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 4.7kg
weighs more than the Roomba 694 with a difference of 1.3kg. It's important to take in consideration the weight of the vacuum when getting a model, and that's if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
Roomba 694 has a width of 340mm, often referred to 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
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 338mm
measures less in width than the Roomba 694 by 2mm.
A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, shortening the time it takes to clean a room. Roomba 694's height measures 100mm, 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.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 92mm
measures less in height than the Roomba 694 by 8mm. When selecting 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), Roomba 694's battery power is 2,100mAh
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at mAh1,800
has less battery power than the Roomba 694 by 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 a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single battery charge before it needs to return to its charging dock for recharging. Roomba 694's operating time is 3h
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, at 1.25h
spends less time than the 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.
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 Roomba 694 by only 0.5h. 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 694 has a power consumption of 33W, power is 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 a cleaning cycle or when specific conditions occur.
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 operations. Roomba 694 has a dirt sensor, these 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 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. Problem area cleaning enables you to instruct a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a specific spot in your space, the Roomba 694 supports this, which can be particularly useful for dealing with localized messes or high-traffic areas. Roomba 694 has carpet detection, this enables the vacuum to detect and adjust to different floor surfaces, to be specific recognizing when it transitions from hard floors like tile to areas with carpets.
This feature is designed to boost cleaning performance and also ensure that it adjusts its settings appropriately when cleaning carpeted areas. Robot vacuums with a carpet detection feature like the Roomba 694 and iRobot Roomba i3 Plus utilize sensors to detect surfaces, allowing them to make required adjustments for efficient cleaning. 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 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 reduce the chance of the robot vacuum becoming stuck during cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the Roomba 694 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models.
Both the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus and 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 getting stuck while 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 during cleaning. Both Roomba 694 and iRobot Roomba i3 Plus support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is especially useful for spaces with areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles.
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 Roomba 694 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 Roomba 694 come having an "cliff detection" feature.
This feature is intended to save the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, ensuring its safety while cleaning. This safety feature that is also available on the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus is key 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.
Roomba 694 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 particularly useful in keeping a consistently clean home with little or no manual intervention. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus too can be scheduled.
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 enhances the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum use, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
