iRobot Roomba Combo Essential can clean all floor types, this feature is essential, since different rooms within your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum cleaner is said to be as being able to clean all types of floors, it means that the vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean a wide range of flooring materials without much significant issues.
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's way, allowing it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the iRobot Roomba 981 has this 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 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 integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands.
iRobot Roomba 981 can also work with Amazon Alexa, keep in mind that you will need an Alexa-enabled device such as an Echo speaker for voice control to work with your robot vacuum. 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. iRobot Roomba 981 is compatible with Google Assistant, it's advised to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before purchasing a robot vacuum.
The iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has 2 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes offered by robot vacuums can vary widely depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. The iRobot Roomba 981, having only 4
has more modes than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential by 2
Robot vacuum manufacturers offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to different cleaning challenges. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has a period of 1 year, warranty periods for robot vacuums typically range from 1 year to 2 years, however some higher-end brands may give longer warranties.
iRobot Roomba 981, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of iRobot Roomba Combo Essential. 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 vacuum can hold before it can be emptied.
The iRobot Roomba 981, at 0.5L
has more capacity than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential with a difference of 0.1L
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among different 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 Combo Essential weighs 2.8kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and portability. The iRobot Roomba 981, at 4kg
weighs more than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential by 1.2kg.
It's important to consider the weight of the robot vacuum when choosing a model, especially 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, refers to the width of the area that the robot vacuum can effectively clean in one go. The width of a robot vacuum is key as it can affect its efficiency and the time it takes to clean a space
The iRobot Roomba 981, at 351mm
measures more in width than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential with a difference of 21mm. 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 measurement from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is a key consideration, especially if you have obstacles with limited clearance in your home. The iRobot Roomba 981, at 92mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential with a difference of 12mm.
When selecting 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. It is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba Combo Essential's battery power is 1,800mAh
The iRobot Roomba 981, at mAh3,000
has more battery power than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential with a difference of
A bigger capacity implies longer battery life which can be of advantage if you have a large space or if you prefer the robot vacuum to complete operations with fewer interruptions to recharge.
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
The iRobot Roomba 981, at 2h
lasts more than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential by 0.8h
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 981, at 3h
charges for longer than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential with a difference of 1h. 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 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 a cleaning cycle 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 981 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, 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 Combo Essential is one of those robot vacuums
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential 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 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 981 and iRobot Roomba Combo Essential have mobile application support, this enhances the user experience by providing convenience, and ease update of features and functionalities. This feature in robot vacuum cleaners is intended to eliminate the chance of the robot vacuum getting trapped 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 trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models. Both the iRobot Roomba 981 and iRobot Roomba Combo Essential have the "anti-stuck" feature, but clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums helps to further eliminate the chances of becoming stuck during cleaning. These 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.
Voice prompts refer to notifications that the vacuum emits to provide you information on the different states of the vacuum. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential supports this feature
iRobot Roomba 981 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 getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction.
Both iRobot Roomba 981 and iRobot Roomba Combo Essential support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it makes sure that the robot vacuum maintains its charge and readiness for cleaning with little or no manual intervention. Most robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba Combo Essential come having an "anti-fall" feature. This feature is intended 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 981 is key in preventing accidents and protecting the robot vacuum from damage. It gives you peace of mind knowing that the vacuum will not fall down a flight of stairs during its cleaning cycle. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has this convenient feature, which allows you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start working.
The scheduling feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in maintaining a consistently clean space without the need for manual intervention. iRobot Roomba 981 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 981 supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity enhances the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
