iRobot Roomba 960 cleans all floor types, this comes in handy, as different rooms inside your home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum cleaner is stated as being able to clean all floor types, this means that the vacuum is designed and equipped to clean most flooring materials without any significant issues.
Shark AI can also clean all floor types, which implies that it too is built 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 objects in the robot's way, this allwos it to navigate around them and avoid collisions. Also, the Shark AI 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 and preventing damage to both the robot and its obstacles.
The iRobot Roomba 960 has 3 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes supported by robot vacuum cleaners varies depending on the design of the robot vacuum. Shark AI, having only 3
has the same number of cleaning modes as the iRobot Roomba 960
Robot vacuum manufacturers offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to various cleaning surfaces. iRobot Roomba 960 has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 - 2 years, however some higher-end models may give longer warranties.
Shark AI, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of iRobot Roomba 960. When considering 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 determines how much dust, debris, and pet hair the vacuum can hold before it requires to be emptied.
The Shark AI, at 0.3L
carries less dirt than the iRobot Roomba 960 with a difference of only 0.3L
The dustbin capacity varies widely among robot vacuum models, and the size you choose should depend on your cleaning needs and the size of the area you want to clean. iRobot Roomba 960 has twin side brushes, these brushes can be beneficial for specific cleaning tasks, as they help the robot vacuum more effectively sweep dirt and debris from corners and along edges. Instead of a single side brush, which is commonly found on many robot vacuums, twin side brushes have two side brushes one on each side of the robot vacuum.
They extend the Shark AI's reach, enabling it to ruffle up and collect dirt and debris from these often-neglected areas. 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.
The iRobot Roomba 960 weighs 4kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and portability. The Shark AI, at 3.2kg
is lighter than the iRobot Roomba 960 by 0.8kg. It's advisable to take in consideration the weight of the vacuum when selecting a model, and that's 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 the robot vacuum 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
The Shark AI, at 348mm
measures less in width than the iRobot Roomba 960 with a difference of 2mm. 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 of the robot vacuum to its highest point.
Height is an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with low clearance in your home. Shark AI, at 104mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba 960 by 13mm. When choosing a robot vacuum, ensure 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 operate on a single charge. Battery capacity is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba 960's battery power is 2,600mAh
The operating time of the iRobot Roomba 960 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 960's operating time is 1.25h
Shark AI, at 2h
lasts more than the iRobot Roomba 960 by 0.75h
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 Shark AI, at 4h
charges for longer than the iRobot Roomba 960 with a difference of 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 often measured in watts (W) and can vary 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 960 has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation. Also, Shark AI 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.
Such robot vacuums are often referred to as robot vacuum with mopping function models and iRobot Roomba 960 is one of those robot vacuums
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 Shark AI 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 designed to eliminate the likelihood of the robot vacuum getting stuck during cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba 960 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, but the effectiveness of this feature can vary among different models. Both the Shark AI 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 reduce 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 help you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go while cleaning. Both iRobot Roomba 960 and Shark AI support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is mostly 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 clean effectively and systematically. Route mapping is an important feature as it enables robot vacuums such as the Shark AI to adapt to the layout of your space to clean more efficiently and minimize the possibility of missing certain spots. Voice prompts refer to notifications that the vacuum states to provide you alerts on the different states of the vacuum.
iRobot Roomba 960 has this feature
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 AI 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 without requiring manual intervention. Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba 960 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 AI is key in preventing 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 960 has this convenient feature, which allows you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start working. This feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in maintaining a consistently clean space without the need for manual intervention. Shark AI too allows scheduling.
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, Shark AI supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
