iRobot Roomba 694 can clean all floor types, this is essential, as different rooms inside 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, this implies that the vacuum is designed and equipped to clean most flooring materials without any limitations.
Shark AV2501S aslo cleans all floor types, this means that it too is built to be adaptable, giving effective cleaning performance on either hard floors or carpets commonly found in homes. iRobot Roomba 694 has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's path, allowing it to navigate around them and avoid collisions. Also, the Shark AV2501S has this 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 thus avoiding damage to both the robot and its obstacles.
No-go zones is a feature of many advanced robot vacuum cleaners and the iRobot Roomba 694 is one of them. These zones are essentially digital boundaries or restricted areas that you can set up preventing the robot from accessing 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 integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands.
Shark AV2501S 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. The iRobot Roomba 694 is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to control it using voice commands through Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app installed on smartphones and tablets. Shark AV2501S is compatible with Google Assistant, it's advised to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before purchasing a robot vacuum.
The iRobot Roomba 694 has 1 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes offered by robot vacuum cleaners can vary depending on the design of the robot vacuum. Shark AV2501S, 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 different cleaning challenges. iRobot Roomba 694 has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 - 2 years, but some higher-end brands may offer longer warranties.
Shark AV2501S, 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. iRobot Roomba 694's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the robot vacuum can hold before it can be emptied.
Shark AV2501S, at 0.8L
has more capacity than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 0.4L
The dustbin capacity varies widely among different robot vacuum models, and the size you choose should depend 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 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.
Automatic height adjustment is commonly found in mid-range to high-end robot vacuum models such as the Shark AV2501S with better sensor technology and adaptability. This feature is essential for keeping up cleaning performance across various floor types, including carpets, rugs, hardwood floors, and tiles. The iRobot Roomba 694 weighs 3.4kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and portability.
The Shark AV2501S, at 3.1kg
is lighter than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of 0.3kg. It's advisable to consider the weight of the robot vacuum when choosing 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, 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
The Shark AV2501S, 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 of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have furniture with low clearance in your home.
Shark AV2501S, 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 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
The Shark AV2501S, at mAh2,500
has more battery power than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of
A bigger capacity implies longer battery life which can be of advantage if you have a large home or if you would like the robot vacuum to complete operations without frequent interruptions to recharge. The operating time of the iRobot Roomba 694 refers to the amount of time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single charge before it needs to be recharged. iRobot Roomba 694's operating time is 3h
Shark AV2501S, at 1.5h
spends less time than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of only 1.5h
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 AV2501S, 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.
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 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 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 AV2501S 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, these are designed to detect the concentration of dirt, dust, or debris in the room being cleaned and can be used to adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during operation.
You may want to consider buying either the Shark AV2501S 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. Problem area cleaning allows you to command a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a specific area in your home, the iRobot Roomba 694 supports this, which can be particularly useful for addressing localized messes or high-traffic areas. Shark AV2501S also supports problem area cleaning, the problem area cleaning feature is a better way to deal with specific area messes or high-traffic 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 areas with carpets. Such a feature is intended to improve 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 Shark AV2501S use 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 remotely through your smartphone or tablet. Both the Shark AV2501S 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 designed to reduce the likelihood of the robot vacuum becoming stuck during 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 can vary among different models. Both the Shark AV2501S 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 set up and controlled via 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 AV2501S support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is especially useful for homes with areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles. Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that refers to the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Shark AV2501S 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 without requiring manual intervention.
Most robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba 694 come having an "anti-fall" 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 Shark AV2501S is key in mitigating accidents and protecting 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 enables you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start working. This feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in maintaining a consistently clean space with little or no manual intervention.
Shark AV2501S 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 AV2501S supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
