Roomba 694 cleans all floor types, this comes in handy, as different rooms inside your home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum cleaner is stated as being able to clean all floor types, it implies that the robot vacuum is designed and equipped to clean several flooring materials without much limitations.
Shark AV2501S can also clean all floor types, which implies that it too is designed to be adaptable, providing effective cleaning results on either carpets or hard floors commonly found in homes. Roomba 694 has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's route, allowing it to navigate around them and avoid collisions. Also, the Shark AV2501S has an obstacle sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a comprehensive understanding of its environment, enabling it 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 robot vacuum cleaners and Roomba 694 is one of them. 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. Most 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.
The 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. 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 AV2501S 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 supported by robot vacuum cleaners can vary depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. The 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 different cleaning surfaces. The 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 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, debris, and pet hair the vacuum holds before it can be emptied.
The Shark AV2501S, at 0.8L
has more capacity than the Roomba 694 with a difference of 0.4L
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among different robot vacuum models, and the size 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 Roomba 694 can adjust its height to match this requirement, for example, it may raise itself slightly when transitioning to a carpet to allow for 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 sophiscated sensor technology and adaptability. This feature is essential for keeping up cleaning performance across various floor types, including carpets, rugs, hardwood floors, and tiles. Roomba 694 weighs 3.4kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and carrying around.
The Shark AV2501S, at 3.1kg
is lighter than the Roomba 694 with a difference of 0.3kg. It's important to take in consideration the weight of the robot vacuum when choosing 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 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 room
Shark AV2501S, at 348mm
measures more in width than the Roomba 694 with a difference of 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 considering the measurement from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with low clearance in your home.
Shark AV2501S, at 104mm
measures more in height than the Roomba 694 with a difference of 4mm. 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 operate 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 with a difference of
A bigger capacity usually means 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
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. The 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.
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. 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 an operation 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 based on their readings adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during cleaning cycle.
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 space. This feature allows you to command a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a particular area in your home, Roomba 694 supports this, which can be particularly useful for addressing particular area messes or high-traffic areas. The Shark AV2501S also supports problem area cleaning, the spot cleaning feature is a better way to deal with specific area messes or busy areas without running a full cleaning cycle for your entire home.
Roomba 694 has carpet detection, this enables the vacuum to identify and adjust to all kinds of floor surfaces, to be specific recognizing when it transitions from hard floors like hardwood to carpeted areas. This feature is intended to optimize cleaning performance and also ensure that the vacuum adjusts its settings right when cleaning areas with 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 necessary adjustments for better cleaning.
Roomba 694 supports a smartphone app, through which you can control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet. Both the Shark AV2501S and Roomba 694 have mobile application support, mobile apps enhance your experience by providing convenience, and ease update of features and functionalities. This feature in robot vacuum cleaners is intended to eliminate the likelihood of the robot vacuum becoming trapped while cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the 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 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 reduce the chances of getting stuck while cleaning. Virtual barriers are set up and controlled through 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 while cleaning.
Both Roomba 694 and Shark AV2501S support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for homes having areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles. Auto-docking is a feature that indicates the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when certain conditions are met such as getting work done, 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 maintains its charge and readiness for cleaning without requiring manual intervention.
Most robot vacuum cleaners such as Roomba 694 come having an "anti-fall" feature. This feature is intended to prevent 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 AV2501S is essential in preventing accidents and keeping 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 start working. The scheduling feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in keeping 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 enhances the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum use, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
