Roomba 694 cleans all floor types, this comes in handy, since different rooms within a home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum cleaner is said to be as being able to clean all types of floors, it means that the vacuum is capable to effectively clean several flooring materials without much limitations.
Shark AV2501S can also clean all floor types, this means that it too is built to be versatile, giving effective cleaning results 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 objects in the robot's way, this allwos it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the Shark AV2501S has this sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a better understanding of its environment, enabling it 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 Roomba 694 is one of them. These zones are essentially digital boundaries or restricted areas 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 Roomba 694 are designed to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands.
Shark AV2501S 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 Shark AV2501S. 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. The Shark AV2501S too is compatible with Google Assistant, it's advised to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before purchasing a robot vacuum.
The Roomba 694 has 1 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes offered by robot vacuums can vary widely depending on the design of the robot vacuum. Shark AV2501S, having only 3
has more modes than the Roomba 694 by 2
Robot vacuum manufacturers may offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to various cleaning scenarios. The Roomba 694 has a period of 1 year, warranty periods typically range from 1 - 2 years, but some higher-end brands may give longer warranties.
Shark AV2501S, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Roomba 694. When thinking of buying a robot vacuum cleaner, it's important to read and understand the warranty terms and conditions, alongside any limitations or exclusions that may apply. 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.
The Shark AV2501S, at 0.8L
has more capacity than the Roomba 694 by 0.4L
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among 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 Roomba 694 adjusts its height to match this requirement, 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 advanced sensor technology and adaptability. This feature is essential for maintaining cleaning performance across various floor types, including carpets, rugs, hardwood floors, and tiles. The Roomba 694 weighs 3.4kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and portability.
Shark AV2501S, at 3.1kg
is lighter than the Roomba 694 with a difference of 0.3kg. It's advisable to take in consideration the weight of the robot vacuum when getting a model, especially if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
Roomba 694 has a width of 340mm, aslo known as its cleaning path width, refers to the width of the area that it can properly clean in one go. The width of a robot vacuum is important as it can affect its efficiency and the time it takes to clean a space
Shark AV2501S, at 348mm
measures more in width than the Roomba 694 by 8mm.
A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room. 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 low clearance in your home.
The Shark AV2501S, at 104mm
measures more in height than the Roomba 694 by 4mm. When selecting 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 a crucial factor that determines how long the vacuum can run on a single charge.
It is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Roomba 694's battery power is 2,100mAh
The Shark AV2501S, at mAh2,500
has more battery power than the Roomba 694 by
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 cleaning cycles with fewer interruptions to recharge. The operating time of the 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. Roomba 694's operating time is 3h
The Shark AV2501S, at 1.5h
spends less time than the Roomba 694 by only 1.5h
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. Shark AV2501S, at 4h
charges for longer than the Roomba 694 with a difference of 1h. 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 often measured in watts (W) and changes 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 a cleaning cycle or when certain conditions occur.
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 key 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 area 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 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 command a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a particular area in your space, the Roomba 694 supports this, which can be particularly useful for dealing with particular area messes or high-traffic areas. The Shark AV2501S also supports this feature, the problem area cleaning feature is a convenient way to address specific area messes or high-traffic areas without running a full cleaning cycle for your entire space.
Roomba 694 has carpet detection, this enables the vacuum to detect and adapt to all kinds of floor surfaces, specifically recognizing when it transitions 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 carpets. Robot vacuums with a carpet detection feature such as the Roomba 694 and Shark AV2501S use 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 Shark AV2501S and 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 reduce the likelihood of the robot vacuum becoming trapped during cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the Roomba 694 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting stuck, but the effectiveness of this feature can vary among different models. Both the Shark AV2501S and Roomba 694 have the "anti-stuck" feature, however clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums can help further eliminate 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 setup to enable you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go while cleaning.
Both Roomba 694 and Shark AV2501S support virtual barriers, the 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 indicates the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when certain conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Shark AV2501S 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 with little or no manual intervention.
Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as 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, ensuring its safety while cleaning. This safety feature that is also available on the Shark AV2501S is essential in preventing 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 enables you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start working. The scheduling feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in maintaining a consistently clean space without the need for manual intervention.
Shark AV2501S too allows scheduling. 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.
