iRobot Roomba 960 can clean 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 is said to be as being able to clean all floor types, this means that the vacuum is capable to clean a wide range of flooring materials without much significant issues.
Roborock Q7 Max Plus can also clean all floor types, which implies that it too is designed to be adaptable, giving best cleaning performance on either hard floors or carpets found in most homes. iRobot Roomba 960 has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's path, allowing it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the Roborock Q7 Max Plus has an obstacle 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 and avoiding damage to both the robot and its obstacles.
The iRobot Roomba 960 has 3 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes supported by robot vacuums varies depending on the design of the robot vacuum. The Roborock Q7 Max Plus, having only 4
has more modes than the iRobot Roomba 960 with a difference of 1
Robot vacuum manufacturers offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to various cleaning surfaces. The iRobot Roomba 960 has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 year to 2 years, but some higher-end brands may give longer warranty periods.
The Roborock Q7 Max Plus, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of iRobot Roomba 960. 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. iRobot Roomba 960's dustbin capacity is at 0.6L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, debris, and pet hair the robot vacuum can hold before it needs to be emptied.
The Roborock Q7 Max Plus, at 0.5L
carries less dirt than the iRobot Roomba 960 with a difference of only 0.1L
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among 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. The iRobot Roomba 960 has twin side brushes, twin side brushes can be beneficial for specific cleaning tasks, as they help the robot vacuum sweep dirt and debris from corners and along edges. Many robot vacuum cleaners are equipped with sensors and indicators to notify users when the dustbin is full and needs to be emptied.
iRobot Roomba 960 supports this feature, which prevents the robot vacuum from getting clogged which means performance will be maintained as soon as the bin is emptied. iRobot Roomba 960 weighs 4kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and portability. Roborock Q7 Max Plus, at 3.7kg
is lighter than the iRobot Roomba 960 with a difference of 0.3kg.
It's important to take in consideration the weight of the vacuum when getting a model, and that's if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
iRobot Roomba 960 has a width of 350mm, often referred to as its cleaning path width, is 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
The Roborock Q7 Max Plus, at 353mm
measures more in width than the iRobot Roomba 960 with a difference of 3mm. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, shortening the time it takes to clean a room.
iRobot Roomba 960's height measures 91mm, here you are looking at the measure from the bottom to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with low clearance in your home. Roborock Q7 Max Plus, at 95mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba 960 by 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 important as it determines how long the vacuum can run on a single charge. It is typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba 960's battery power is 2,600mAh
The Roborock Q7 Max Plus, at mAh5,200
has more battery power than the iRobot Roomba 960 with a difference of
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 cleaning cycles without frequent interruptions to recharge.
The operating time of the iRobot Roomba 960 refers to the amount of time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single charge before it needs to be recharged. iRobot Roomba 960's operating time is 1.25h
The Roborock Q7 Max Plus, at 3h
lasts more than the iRobot Roomba 960 by 1.75h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals. iRobot Roomba 960 has a charge time of 2h, 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 Roborock Q7 Max Plus, at 4h
charges for longer than the iRobot Roomba 960 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 begins its next cleaning cycle. This is the amount of electrical power the vacuum uses while it's actively cleaning your home.
iRobot Roomba 960 has a power consumption of 30W, power is often measured in watts (W) and can vary among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. Roborock Q7 Max Plus, at 58W
consumes more power than the iRobot Roomba 960 by 28W. 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 a cleaning cycle or when specific conditions occur. iRobot Roomba 960 has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation. Also, Roborock Q7 Max Plus 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 process.
That's right, many modern robot vacuum cleaners can mop floors in addition to vacuuming. These robot vacuums are often referred to as robot vacuum and mop models and iRobot Roomba 960 is one of those robot vacuums
Both iRobot Roomba 960 and Roborock Q7 Max Plus can mop floors, the mopping function in robot vacuum cleaners is a convenient way to keep up clean and polished hard floors without manual mopping. iRobot Roomba 960 has a dirt sensor, these are designed to detect the concentration of dirt, dust, or debris in the room being cleaned and based on their readings adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during cleaning cycle.
iRobot Roomba 960 supports a smartphone app, through which you can control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet. Both the Roborock Q7 Max Plus and iRobot Roomba 960 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 eliminate the likelihood of the robot vacuum getting stuck while cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba 960 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting stuck, but the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models. Both the Roborock Q7 Max Plus and iRobot Roomba 960 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 during cleaning.
Both iRobot Roomba 960 and Roborock Q7 Max Plus support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is especially useful for spaces with areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles. iRobot Roomba 960 has a route mapping feature which enables it to generate a map of your space and schedule efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability improves the vacuum's ability to work effectively and systematically.
Route mapping is a valuable feature as it makes it possible for robot vacuums such as the Roborock Q7 Max Plus to adapt to the layout of your home to clean more efficiently and reduce the possibility of missing certain spots. Voice prompts refer to audible messages that the vacuum states to provide you information on the different states of the vacuum. iRobot Roomba 960 supports this feature
Roborock Q7 Max Plus also supports voice prompts, this feature can be useful for you who like audible notifications or users who have visual impairments.
Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that indicates the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Roborock Q7 Max Plus and iRobot Roomba 960 support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it makes sure that the robot vacuum keeps its charge and readiness for cleaning with little or no manual intervention. Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba 960 come having an "anti-fall" feature.
This feature is designed to save 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 Roborock Q7 Max Plus is key in avoiding accidents and keeping the robot vacuum from damage. It gives you peace of mind by ensuring that the vacuum will not fall down a flight of stairs during its cleaning cycle.
iRobot Roomba 960 has this convenient feature, which enables you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start cleaning your home. This feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in keeping a consistently clean space with little or no manual intervention. Roborock Q7 Max Plus too can be scheduled.
iRobot Roomba 960 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, Roborock Q7 Max Plus supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
