iRobot Roomba Combo Essential can clean all floor types, this comes in handy, since different rooms inside your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is stated able to clean all floor types, this implies that the robot vacuum is designed and equipped to clean a wide range of flooring materials without much limitations.
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's way, allowing it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the iRobot Roomba 698 has this sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a comprehensive 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. Most modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential are designed to work with Amazon Alexa, which means that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands.
The iRobot Roomba 698 can also work with Amazon Alexa, keep in mind that you will require an Alexa-enabled device such as an Echo speaker for voice control to work with iRobot Roomba 698. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to control it using voice commands through Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app found on smartphones and tablets. The iRobot Roomba 698 is compatible with Google Assistant, it's always essential to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before buying a robot vacuum.
The iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has 2 cleaning modes, the cleaning modes offered by robot vacuum cleaners varies widely depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has a period of 1 year, warranty periods for robot vacuums typically range from 1 - 2 years, however some higher-end brands may offer longer warranties. The iRobot Roomba 698, at 2 year
has a longer warranty period than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential with a difference of 1 year.
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 Combo Essential's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, debris, and pet hair the robot vacuum holds before it can be emptied. The iRobot Roomba 698, at 0.6L
has more capacity than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential by 0.2L
The dustbin capacity can vary 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 Combo Essential weighs 2.8kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and carrying around. iRobot Roomba 698, at 3kg
weighs more than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential with a difference of 0.2kg. It's important to take in consideration the weight of the robot vacuum when selecting a model, especially if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has a width of 330mm, often referred to as its cleaning path width, refers to the width of the area that it can effectively 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 room
The iRobot Roomba 698, at 340mm
measures more in width than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential 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 Combo Essential's height measures 80mm, here you are looking at the measure from the bottom to its highest point.
Height is a key consideration, especially if you have furniture with low clearance in your home. iRobot Roomba 698, at 92mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential with a difference of 12mm. 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 important as it determines how long the vacuum can run on a single charge. It is typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba Combo Essential's battery power is 1,800mAh
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 Combo Essential's operating time is 1.2h
iRobot Roomba 698, at 1.5h
lasts more than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential by 0.3h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals.
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential 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. iRobot Roomba 698, at 2h
has the same charge time as the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential. 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 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 Combo Essential has a power consumption of 33W, power is measured in watts (W) and changes among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. This feature is designed to automatically turn off the vacuum after it has completed an operation or when certain conditions occur.
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation. Also, iRobot Roomba 698 has 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 process. True, most modern robot vacuum cleaners can mop floors in addition to vacuuming.
Such robot vacuums are often referred to as robot vacuum and mop models and iRobot Roomba Combo Essential is one of those robot vacuums
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has a dirt sensor, dirt sensors are designed to detect the availability of dirt, dust, or debris in the space being cleaned and can be used to adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during cleaning cycle. You may want to consider buying either the iRobot Roomba 698 or iRobot Roomba Combo Essential If you prefer the ability to automatically adjust the cleaning modes of the robot vacuum based on the level of dirt and debris in your room. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential supports a smartphone app, through which you can control and monitor the vacuum without getting to it physically but through your smartphone or tablet.
Both the iRobot Roomba 698 and iRobot Roomba Combo Essential have mobile application support, mobile apps enhance your experience by providing convenience, and ease update of features and functionalities. This feature in robot vacuum cleaners is designed to reduce the chance of the robot vacuum getting trapped while cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential are equipped with various sensors and technologies to navigate around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, but the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models.
Both the iRobot Roomba 698 and iRobot Roomba Combo Essential have the "anti-stuck" feature, however clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums can help further reduce the chances of becoming stuck while cleaning. These virtual barriers are typically set up and managed through the robot vacuum's mobile app, similar to no-go zones, these barriers are designed to enable you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go while cleaning. Both iRobot Roomba Combo Essential and iRobot Roomba 698 support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for spaces having areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles.
Voice prompts are audible messages that the vacuum states to provide you information on the different states of the vacuum. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has this feature
Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that indicates the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when certain conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction. Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba Combo Essential come equipped with an "anti-fall" feature.
This feature is designed to prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, ensuring its safety during operation. This safety feature that is also available on the iRobot Roomba 698 is key 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 Combo Essential has this convenient feature, which enables you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start cleaning your space. The scheduling feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in keeping a consistently clean home with little or no manual intervention. iRobot Roomba 698 too allows scheduling.
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential 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, iRobot Roomba 698 supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity enhances the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
