iRobot Roomba 960 can clean all floor types, this is essential, since different rooms inside a home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum cleaner is said to be able to clean all floor types, this implies that the vacuum is designed and equipped to clean several flooring materials without much limitations.
Roborock S7 Pro Ultra aslo cleans all floor types, meaning it is designed to be versatile, giving effective cleaning results on either carpets or hard floors commonly found in homes. iRobot Roomba 960 has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's route, this allwos it to navigate around them and avoid collisions. Also, the Roborock S7 Pro Ultra has this sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a comprehensive 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.
The iRobot Roomba 960 has 3 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes offered by robot vacuums varies depending on the design of the robot vacuum. The Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, having only 4
has more modes than the iRobot Roomba 960 by 1
Robot vacuum manufacturers offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to various cleaning challenges. The iRobot Roomba 960 has a period of 1 year, warranty periods typically range from 1 - 2 years, but some higher-end brands may give longer warranty periods.
The Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, 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. The iRobot Roomba 960's dustbin capacity is at 0.6L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, debris, and pet hair the vacuum can hold before it can be emptied.
Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, at 0.4L
carries less dirt than the iRobot Roomba 960 with a difference of only 0.2L
The dustbin capacity varies 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. The iRobot Roomba 960 has twin side brushes, these brushes can be beneficial for certain cleaning tasks, since they help the robot vacuum more effectively 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 thus performance will be maintained as soon as the bin is emptied. Roborock S7 Pro Ultra also can indicate when its dustbin is full, for a robot vacuum to show that it's full can improve the convenience of owning one since it reduces the need for constant monitoring. The iRobot Roomba 960 weighs 4kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and portability.
The Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, at 4.7kg
weighs more than the iRobot Roomba 960 by 0.7kg. It's important to consider the weight of the vacuum when choosing a model, especially if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
iRobot Roomba 960 has a width of 350mm, aslo known 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 important as it can affect its efficiency and the duration it takes to clean a room
The Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, at 350mm
has the same width as that of iRobot Roomba 960.
A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room. iRobot Roomba 960's height measures 91mm, here you are looking at the measurement from the bottom to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have furniture with low clearance in your home.
Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, at 97mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba 960 with a difference of 6mm. 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 a crucial factor that determines how long the vacuum can run on a single charge.
It is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba 960's battery power is 2,600mAh
Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, at mAh5,200
has more battery power than the iRobot Roomba 960 with a difference of
A bigger capacity implies longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large room or if you would like the robot vacuum to complete cleaning cycles with fewer interruptions to recharge. The operating time of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the amount of time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single battery charge before it needs to be recharged. iRobot Roomba 960's operating time is 1.25h
The Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, at 3h
lasts more than the iRobot Roomba 960 with a difference of 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. Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, 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, 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 960 has a power consumption of 30W, power is measured in watts (W) and changes among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, at 74W
consumes more power than the iRobot Roomba 960 with a difference of 44W.
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 certain conditions occur. iRobot Roomba 960 has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation.
Also, Roborock S7 Pro Ultra 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. That's right, many modern robot vacuum cleaners have the capability to mop floors in addition to vacuuming. These robot vacuums are often referred to as robot vacuum with mopping function models and iRobot Roomba 960 is one of those robot vacuums
Both iRobot Roomba 960 and Roborock S7 Pro Ultra 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 availability 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, that allows you to control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet. Both the Roborock S7 Pro Ultra 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 trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models. Both the Roborock S7 Pro Ultra and iRobot Roomba 960 have the "anti-stuck" feature, but 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 controlled via the robot vacuum's mobile app, similar to no-go zones, these barriers are setup to help you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go during cleaning. Both iRobot Roomba 960 and Roborock S7 Pro Ultra support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for spaces having areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck. iRobot Roomba 960 has a route mapping feature that enables it to generate a map of your home and plan efficient cleaning routes.
This mapping capability enhances the vacuum's ability to clean effectively and systematically. Route mapping is an important feature as it enables robot vacuums such as the Roborock S7 Pro Ultra to adapt to the layout of your home to work more efficiently and minimize the chance of missing certain spots. Voice prompts are audible messages that the vacuum states to provide you information on the different states of the vacuum.
iRobot Roomba 960 supports this feature
Roborock S7 Pro Ultra also supports voice prompts, this feature can be useful for you who prefer audible notifications or users who have visual impairments. Auto-docking is a feature that indicates the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Roborock S7 Pro Ultra 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.
Most robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba 960 come equipped with an "cliff detection" feature. This feature is designed to prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, hence its safety while cleaning. This safety feature that is also available on the Roborock S7 Pro Ultra is key in preventing 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 960 has this convenient feature, which enables you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start working. This feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in maintaining a consistently clean home with little or no manual intervention.
Roborock S7 Pro Ultra 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 S7 Pro Ultra supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity enhances the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
