Roomba 694 cleans all floor types, this comes in handy, as different rooms within your home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum cleaner is said to be able to clean all types of floors, this means that the robot vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean most flooring materials without any limitations.
Shark EZ can also clean all floor types, which implies that it too is built to be versatile, giving effective cleaning performance 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 path, allowing it to navigate around them and avoid collisions. Also, the Shark EZ has this sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a better understanding of its surroundings, 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 the Roomba 694 supports this feature. These zones are basicaaly 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 added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands.
The Roomba 694 is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to control it using voice commands via Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app found on smartphones and tablets. Roomba 694 has 1 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes offered by robot vacuum cleaners varies widely depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. Shark EZ, having only 3
has more modes than the Roomba 694 by 2
Robot vacuum manufacturers offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to different cleaning challenges.
The Roomba 694 has a period of 1 year, warranty periods typically range from 1 year to 2 years, however some higher-end brands may offer longer warranties. Shark EZ, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of 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.
Roomba 694's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, debris, and pet hair the vacuum can hold before it can be emptied. The Shark EZ, at 0.2L
carries less dirt than the Roomba 694 by only 0.2L
The dustbin capacity can vary 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.
Roomba 694 adjusts its height to match this demand, 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. The Roomba 694 weighs 3.4kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and portability. Shark EZ, at 2.8kg
is lighter than the Roomba 694 by 0.6kg.
It's important to consider the weight of the vacuum when selecting a model, and that's 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 key as it can affect its efficiency and the duration it takes to clean a space
The Shark EZ, at 340mm
has the same width as that of Roomba 694. 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 to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have furniture with low clearance in your home. The Shark EZ, at 89mm
measures less in height than the Roomba 694 with a difference of 11mm.
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 operate on a single charge. Battery capacity is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Roomba 694's battery power is 2,100mAh
The Shark EZ, at mAh2,450
has more battery power than the Roomba 694 by
A bigger capacity usually means longer battery life which can be of advantage if you have a large room or if you would like 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 charge before it needs to return to its charging dock for recharging. Roomba 694's operating time is 3h
Shark EZ, at 2.4h
spends less time than the Roomba 694 with a difference of only 0.6h
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 EZ, at 3.3h
charges for longer than the Roomba 694 by 0.3h. 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 changes among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. The Shark EZ, at 36W
consumes more power than the Roomba 694 by 3W. Lower power consumption is more energy-efficient and cost-effective over time, however it may also affect cleaning performance, especially on carpets.
Auto-off is a feature 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, Shark EZ has 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 concentration of dirt, dust, or debris in the space being cleaned and can be used to adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during cleaning cycle. This feature allows you to command a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a specific spot in your space, the Roomba 694 supports this, which can be particularly useful for addressing particular area messes or busy areas. Shark EZ also supports problem area cleaning, the problem area cleaning feature is a convenient way to address 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 detect and adapt to different floor surfaces, specifically recognizing when it moves from hard floors like tile to carpets. Roomba 694 supports a smartphone app, through which you can control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet. Both the Shark EZ and 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 intended to reduce the chance of the robot vacuum getting 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 varies among different models. Both the Shark EZ and Roomba 694 have the "anti-stuck" feature, however clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums helps to further eliminate the chances of getting stuck during cleaning.
These virtual barriers are typically set up and managed 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 EZ support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is especially useful for spaces having 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 certain conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction.
Both Shark EZ 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. Most robot vacuum cleaners such as Roomba 694 come equipped with an "cliff detection" 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 EZ is essential in preventing 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. Roomba 694 has this convenient feature, which enables you to set specific 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 with little or no manual intervention. Shark EZ 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 EZ supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum use, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
