iRobot Roomba 694 can clean all floor types, this is essential, since different rooms within your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum cleaner is stated able to clean all types of floors, it means that the vacuum is capable to clean several flooring materials without much limitations.
Shark AI can also clean all floor types, which implies that it too is built to be adaptable, providing effective cleaning performance on either carpets or hard floors commonly found in homes. iRobot Roomba 694 has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's path, this allwos it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the Shark AI has an obstacle sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a comprehensive understanding of its environment, 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 supports this feature. These zones are basicaaly digital boundaries or restricted spaces that you can set up preventing the robot from entering specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle. The Shark AI also supports the no-go zones feature, such a feature is particularly useful in rooms where there are areas that you want to restrict access to the robot vacuum.
Most modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the iRobot Roomba 694 are designed to work with Amazon Alexa, which means that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands. Shark AI 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. iRobot 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.
Shark AI is compatible with Google Assistant, it's advised 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 can vary widely depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. The Shark AI, having only 3
has more modes than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of 2
Robot vacuum manufacturers may offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to various cleaning scenarios.
iRobot Roomba 694 has a period of 1 year, warranty periods typically range from 1 - 2 years, however some higher-end brands may give longer warranties. The Shark AI, 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.
iRobot Roomba 694's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, debris, and pet hair the vacuum holds before it requires to be emptied. Shark AI, at 0.3L
carries less dirt than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of only 0.1L
The dustbin capacity varies widely among robot vacuum models, and the capcity you choose should be based on your cleaning needs and the size of the area you want to clean. Different floor types require a robot vacuum to be at a given ground clearance so as to optimize performance.
The iRobot Roomba 694 adjusts its height to match this requirement, for example, it may raise itself slightly when transitioning 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 commonly designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and carrying around. The Shark AI, at 3.2kg
is lighter than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 0.2kg.
It's important to consider the weight of the vacuum when getting a model, and that's if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
iRobot Roomba 694 has a width of 340mm, often referred to as its cleaning path width, is the width of the area that the robot vacuum can properly clean in a single pass. The width of a robot vacuum is important as it can affect its efficiency and the duration it takes to clean a room
Shark AI, at 348mm
measures more in width than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of 8mm. 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 measurement from the bottom to its highest point. Height is a key consideration, especially if you have obstacles with limited clearance in your home. The Shark AI, at 104mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of 4mm.
When choosing 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 operate on a single charge. It is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba 694's battery power is 2,100mAh
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
The Shark AI, at 2h
spends less time than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of only 1h
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. Shark AI, at 4h
charges for longer than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of 1h.
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 typically 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 certain conditions occur. iRobot Roomba 694 has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation. Also, Shark AI 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 process.
iRobot Roomba 694 has a dirt sensor, these are designed to detect the availability of dirt, dust, or debris in the area being cleaned and can be used to adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during operation. Problem area cleaning enables you to instruct a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a specific area in your home, iRobot Roomba 694 supports this, which can be particularly useful for dealing with particular area messes or busy areas. The Shark AI also supports this feature, the problem area cleaning feature is a better way to deal with specific area messes or busy areas without running a full cleaning cycle for your entire space.
iRobot Roomba 694 has carpet detection, this enables the vacuum to identify and adapt to different floor surfaces, specifically recognizing when it moves from hard floors like tile to carpeted areas. iRobot Roomba 694 supports a smartphone app, that allows you to control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet. Both the Shark AI 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 designed to reduce the chance of the robot vacuum becoming stuck 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, however the effectiveness of this feature can vary among different models. Both the Shark AI and iRobot Roomba 694 have the "anti-stuck" feature, but clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums can help further reduce the chances of getting stuck during cleaning.
These virtual barriers are set up and managed 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 while cleaning. Both iRobot Roomba 694 and Shark AI support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for spaces 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 return to its docking station when certain conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction.
Both Shark AI and iRobot Roomba 694 support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it ensures that the robot vacuum maintains its charge and readiness for cleaning with little or no manual intervention. Most robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba 694 come having an "anti-fall" feature. This feature is intended 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 Shark AI is essential 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. iRobot Roomba 694 has this convenient feature, which enables 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. Shark AI 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, Shark AI supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum use, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
