iRobot Roomba Combo Essential cleans all floor types, this feature is essential, since different rooms inside a home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is advertised able to clean all types of floors, this means that the vacuum is capable to effectively clean several 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 981 has an obstacle 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 and avoiding damage to both the robot and its obstacles. Many 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 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 always essential to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before buying a robot vacuum.
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has 2 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes supported by robot vacuums varies depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. 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 various cleaning scenarios. The iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has a period of 1 year, warranty periods typically range from 1 - 2 years, however some higher-end models may give longer warranty periods.
The 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 essential to read and understand the warranty terms and conditions, as well as any limitations or exclusions that may apply. The iRobot Roomba Combo Essential's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity determines how much dust, debris, and pet hair the robot vacuum can hold before it can be emptied.
iRobot Roomba 981, at 0.5L
has more capacity than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential by 0.1L
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. The iRobot Roomba Combo Essential weighs 2.8kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and portability. iRobot Roomba 981, at 4kg
weighs more than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential with a difference of 1.2kg.
It's important 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, often referred to as its cleaning path width, is the width of the area that it can effectively 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 iRobot Roomba 981, at 351mm
measures more in width than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential by 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 considering the measurement from the bottom to its highest point. Height is a key consideration, especially if you have obstacles with low clearance in your home. iRobot Roomba 981, at 92mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential by 12mm.
When selecting a robot vacuum, ensure that the robot vacuum can fit 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. Battery capacity is typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba Combo Essential's battery power is 1,800mAh
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 home or if you prefer the robot vacuum to complete operations without frequent 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 return to its charging dock for recharging. 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 by 1h. 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 begins its next cleaning cycle. This is 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 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 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 valuable 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 can 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, dirt sensors are designed to detect the availability of dirt, dust, or debris in the area being cleaned and can be used to adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during operation.
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, 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 reduce the chance 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 trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature can vary 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 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 enable you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go during cleaning.
Voice prompts refer to notifications that the vacuum states to give you information on the different states of the vacuum. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has this feature
The iRobot Roomba 981 also supports voice prompts, this feature is useful for you who prefer audible notifications or users who have visual impairments. Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners 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.
Both iRobot Roomba 981 and iRobot Roomba Combo Essential support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it ensures that the robot vacuum keeps its charge and readiness for cleaning without requiring manual intervention. Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba Combo Essential come having an "cliff detection" feature. This feature is designed to save 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 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.
This feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in keeping a consistently clean space with little or no 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 ease and flexibility of robot vacuum use, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
