iRobot Roomba 694 cleans all floor types, this feature is essential, since different rooms inside your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum is advertised as being able to clean all floor types, this means that the robot vacuum is capable to effectively clean a wide range of flooring materials without any significant issues.
iRobot 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 thus avoiding collisions. Also, the Shark IQ AV1010AE 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 thus avoiding damage to both the robot and its obstacles. No-go zones is a feature of many advanced robot vacuum cleaners and iRobot Roomba 694 supports this feature.
These zones are essentially digital boundaries or restricted spaces that you can set up preventing the robot from accessing specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle. Most modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the iRobot Roomba 694 are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which means that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands. Shark IQ AV1010AE 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 IQ AV1010AE.
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 found on smartphones and tablets. The Shark IQ AV1010AE is compatible with Google Assistant, it's advised to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before buying 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.
The Shark IQ AV1010AE, 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 challenges. The iRobot Roomba 694 has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 year to 2 years, but some higher-end models may give longer warranty periods. Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of iRobot Roomba 694.
When thinking of buying a robot vacuum cleaner, it's essential to read and understand the warranty terms and conditions, as well as any limitations or exclusions that may apply. The iRobot 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 IQ AV1010AE, at 0.6L
has more capacity than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 0.2L
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among robot vacuum models, and the capcity 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. 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 ensure the brushes make good contact. iRobot Roomba 694 weighs 3.4kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and carrying around.
The Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 7.9kg
weighs more than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 4.5kg. 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
iRobot Roomba 694 has a width of 340mm, aslo known as its cleaning path width, refers to the width of the area that the robot vacuum 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 room
The Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 325mm
measures less in width than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 15mm.
A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room. iRobot Roomba 694's height measures 100mm, here you are looking at the measure from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is a key consideration, especially if you have obstacles with limited clearance in your home.
The Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 89mm
measures less in height than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 11mm. 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 important as it determines how long the vacuum can operate on a single charge.
Battery capacity 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 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
Shark IQ AV1010AE, 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.
The Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 5h
charges for longer than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 2h. 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 is ready for 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 typically measured in watts (W) and changes among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 50W
consumes more power than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 17W. Lower power consumption can be more energy-efficient and cost-effective over time, but 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 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 IQ AV1010AE 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.
iRobot Roomba 694 has a dirt sensor, dirt sensors 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. This feature allows you to command a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a particular area in your home, the iRobot Roomba 694 supports this, which can be particularly useful for dealing with localized messes or busy areas. iRobot Roomba 694 has carpet detection, which allows the vacuum to detect and adapt to all kinds of floor surfaces, to be specific recognizing when it moves from hard floors like tile to carpets.
iRobot Roomba 694 supports a smartphone app, through which you can control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet. Both the Shark IQ AV1010AE and iRobot Roomba 694 have mobile application support, this enhances 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 getting 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 trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models. Both the Shark IQ AV1010AE 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 eliminate the chances of getting stuck while cleaning. Virtual barriers are typically 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 IQ AV1010AE 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 in robot vacuum cleaners that refers to the vacuum's ability to return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Shark IQ AV1010AE and iRobot Roomba 694 support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it ensures that the robot vacuum keeps its charge and readiness for cleaning with little or no manual intervention.
Most robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba 694 come having an "cliff detection" feature. This feature is intended to save the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, hence its safety during operation. This safety feature that is also available on the Shark IQ AV1010AE 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 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 home without the need for manual intervention.
Shark IQ AV1010AE 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 IQ AV1010AE supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum use, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
