iRobot Roomba 694 cleans all floor types, this feature comes in handy, as different rooms inside your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum is said to be able to clean all floor types, this implies that the robot vacuum is designed and equipped to clean flooring materials without much significant issues.
Shark RV912S can also clean all floor types, meaning it is built to be adaptable, 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 obstacles in the robot's path, this allwos it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the Shark RV912S has an obstacle sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a better understanding of its environment, 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 found on many advanced robot vacuum cleaners and the 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 accessing specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle. Shark RV912S also supports the no-go zones feature, such a feature is particularly useful in homes where there are locations that you want to keep off-limits to the robot vacuum.
Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the iRobot Roomba 694 are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands. The 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 Shark RV912S. The iRobot 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.
The Shark RV912S too 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 cleaning modes offered by robot vacuums varies widely depending on the design of the robot vacuum. Shark RV912S, having only 3
has more modes than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 2
Robot vacuum manufacturers offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to different cleaning floors.
iRobot Roomba 694 has a period of 1 year, warranty periods typically range from 1 - 2 years, however some higher-end brands may give longer warranty periods. The Shark RV912S, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of iRobot 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.
The iRobot Roomba 694's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity determines how much dust, debris, and pet hair the robot vacuum can hold before it can be emptied. Shark RV912S, at 0.7L
has more capacity than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 0.3L
The dustbin capacity varies 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 can adjust its height to match this demand, for example, it may raise itself slightly when moving to a carpet to enable effective suction, and then lower itself on hard floors to make sure 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 RV912S, at 5.6kg
weighs more than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of 2.2kg.
It's important to consider the weight of the robot vacuum when selecting 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 it can properly clean in a single pass. The width of a robot vacuum is key as it can affect its efficiency and the duration it takes to clean a space
Shark RV912S, at 330mm
measures less in width than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of 10mm. 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 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, 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 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 amount of 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
The Shark RV912S, at 2h
spends less time than the iRobot Roomba 694 by 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 RV912S, at 6h
charges for longer than the iRobot Roomba 694 with a difference of 3h.
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. 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 typically 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. iRobot Roomba 694 has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation. Also, Shark RV912S has 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 process.
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 command a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a specific area in your space, the iRobot Roomba 694 supports this, which can be particularly useful for addressing particular area messes or high-traffic areas. Shark RV912S also supports this feature, the spot cleaning feature is a better way to address specific area messes or high-traffic areas without running a full cleaning cycle for your entire home.
iRobot Roomba 694 has carpet detection, which allows the vacuum to detect and adapt to different floor surfaces, to be specific recognizing when it transitions from hard floors like hardwood to carpets. 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 likelihood of the robot vacuum getting trapped while cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the iRobot 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 RV912S and iRobot Roomba 694 have the "anti-stuck" feature, but clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums helps to further eliminate the chances of getting stuck while cleaning.
Virtual barriers are typically set up and controlled 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 with areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck. Auto-docking is a feature that refers to the vacuum's ability to return to its docking station when certain conditions are met such as getting work done, 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 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 prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, thus its safety while cleaning.
This safety feature that is also available on the Shark RV912S is essential in mitigating accidents and keeping 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 specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start working.
The scheduling 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 enhances the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
