iRobot Roomba 694 can clean all floor types, this comes in handy, since different rooms within a home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum cleaner is said to be able to clean all types of floors, this implies that the vacuum is designed and equipped to clean flooring materials without any limitations.
Shark RV912S aslo cleans 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. iRobot Roomba 694 has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's path, allowing it to navigate around them and avoid collisions. Also, the Shark RV912S has this sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a better understanding of its surroundings, enabling it to navigate around furniture, walls, and other objects when cleaning a room thus preventing damage to both the robot and its obstacles.
No-go zones is a feature found on many advanced robot vacuum cleaners and iRobot 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. The Shark RV912S also supports the no-go zones feature, such a feature is particularly useful in homes where there are areas that you want to restrict access to the robot vacuum.
Most modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the iRobot Roomba 694 are designed to work with Amazon Alexa, which means that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands. Shark RV912S 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. 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 RV912S is compatible with Google Assistant, it's always essential to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before purchasing a robot vacuum. iRobot Roomba 694 has 1 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes offered by robot vacuums can vary widely depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. The Shark RV912S, having only 3
has more modes than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 2
Robot vacuum manufacturers may offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to various cleaning surfaces.
iRobot Roomba 694 has a period of 1 year, warranty periods for robot vacuums typically range from 1 - 2 years, but some higher-end brands may give longer warranties. The Shark RV912S, 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, alongside 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 robot vacuum holds before it requires to be emptied. Shark RV912S, at 0.7L
has more capacity than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 0.3L
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 iRobot Roomba 694 adjusts its height to match this requirement, for example, it may raise itself slightly when moving to a carpet to allow for effective suction, and then lower itself on hard floors to make sure the brushes make good contact. The iRobot Roomba 694 weighs 3.4kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and carrying around. The Shark RV912S, at 5.6kg
weighs more than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 2.2kg.
It's important to consider the weight of the vacuum when selecting a model, especially 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 it can effectively 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 RV912S, at 330mm
measures less in width than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 10mm. 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 measure from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is a key consideration, especially if you have furniture with limited clearance in your home. Shark RV912S, at 83mm
measures less in height than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 17mm.
When selecting a robot vacuum, ensure 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 typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba 694's battery power is 2,100mAh
The operating time of the iRobot Roomba 694 refers to the amount of time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single battery charge before it needs to return to its charging dock for recharging.
iRobot Roomba 694's operating time is 3h
Shark RV912S, 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. Shark RV912S, at 6h
charges for longer than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 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. 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. iRobot 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.
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 RV912S 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 space being cleaned and based on their readings adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during cleaning cycle. This feature allows you to instruct a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a particular spot in your space, iRobot Roomba 694 supports this, which can be particularly useful for dealing with particular area messes or high-traffic areas. The Shark RV912S also supports problem area cleaning, the problem area cleaning feature is a convenient way to deal with specific area messes or high-traffic areas without running a full cleaning cycle for your entire home.
iRobot Roomba 694 has carpet detection, this enables the vacuum to detect and adjust to different floor surfaces, to be specific recognizing when it transitions from hard floors like tile to carpeted areas. 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 RV912S and iRobot 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 eliminate the chance of the robot vacuum becoming trapped during cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba 694 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models. Both the Shark RV912S and iRobot Roomba 694 have the "anti-stuck" feature, however clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums helps to further reduce the chances of becoming stuck while cleaning.
Virtual barriers are typically set up and managed 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 during cleaning. Both iRobot Roomba 694 and Shark RV912S support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is especially useful for homes having areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles. Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that indicates the vacuum's ability to return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction.
Both Shark RV912S and iRobot 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 iRobot Roomba 694 come having an "cliff detection" feature. This feature is intended to prevent 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 RV912S is key in preventing accidents and keeping the robot vacuum from damage. It gives you peace of mind knowing that the vacuum will not fall down a flight of stairs during its cleaning cycle. iRobot Roomba 694 has this convenient feature, which allows you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start working.
This feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in maintaining a consistently clean home with little or no manual intervention. Shark RV912S 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 RV912S supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
