iRobot Roomba Combo Essential can clean all floor types, this is essential, 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 types of floors, it implies that the vacuum is capable to effectively clean flooring materials without much significant issues.
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's way, this allwos it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the iRobot Roomba 698 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 preventing 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 implies that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed 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 via 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 purchasing a robot vacuum.
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has 2 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes supported by robot vacuums can vary depending on the design of the robot vacuum. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 year to 2 years, however some higher-end models may give 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, as well as any limitations or exclusions that may apply. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity determines 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 with a difference of 0.2L
The dustbin capacity can vary 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 Combo Essential weighs 2.8kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and portability. The iRobot Roomba 698, at 3kg
weighs more than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential by 0.2kg. It's advisable to consider the weight of the vacuum when choosing a model, and that's if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has a width of 330mm, aslo known as its cleaning path width, is the width of the area that the robot vacuum can properly clean in one go.
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 by 10mm. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, shortening 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 an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with limited 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 choosing 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. Battery capacity is 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 time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single charge before it needs to be recharged. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential's operating time is 1.2h
iRobot Roomba 698, at 1.5h
lasts more than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential with a difference of 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. The 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, 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 Combo Essential 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 specific conditions occur.
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation. Also, iRobot Roomba 698 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. True, most modern robot vacuum cleaners can mop floors in addition to vacuuming.
Such robot vacuums are often referred to as robot vacuum with mopping function 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 room being cleaned and based on their readings 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 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 becoming stuck during cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential are equipped with various sensors and technologies to navigate around obstacles and avoid getting stuck, 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 eliminate 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 designed to help you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go during cleaning. Both iRobot Roomba Combo Essential and iRobot Roomba 698 support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for homes having areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck.
Voice prompts refer to audible messages that the vacuum states to give you alerts on the different states of the vacuum. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has this feature
Auto-docking is a feature that indicates the vacuum's ability to 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 having an "cliff detection" feature.
This feature is designed to prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, ensuring its safety while cleaning. This safety feature that is also available on the iRobot Roomba 698 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 Combo Essential has this convenient feature, which enables you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start cleaning your space. This feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in keeping a consistently clean space with little or no manual intervention. iRobot Roomba 698 too can be scheduled.
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 improves the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum use, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
