iRobot Roomba Combo Essential cleans all floor types, this feature is essential, as different rooms within your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum cleaner is advertised able to clean all types of floors, this means that the robot vacuum is capable to effectively clean a wide range of flooring materials without any limitations.
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's path, allowing it to navigate around them and avoid collisions. Also, the iRobot Roomba i3 Evo has this sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a comprehensive understanding of its surroundings, enabling it 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 built to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands.
The iRobot Roomba i3 Evo 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 i3 Evo. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential is compatible with Google Assistant, allowing you to control it using voice commands via Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app installed on smartphones and tablets. iRobot Roomba i3 Evo too 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 cleaning modes offered by robot vacuums can vary depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. iRobot Roomba i3 Evo, having only 3
has more modes than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential by 1
Robot vacuum manufacturers offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to different cleaning scenarios. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has a period of 1 year, warranty periods typically range from 1 year to 2 years, but some higher-end models may give longer warranty periods.
The iRobot Roomba i3 Evo, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of iRobot Roomba Combo Essential. When thinking of buying 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 determines how much dust, debris, and pet hair the vacuum holds before it requires to be emptied.
iRobot Roomba i3 Evo, at 0.5L
has more capacity than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential with a difference of 0.1L
The dustbin capacity varies 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. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential weighs 2.8kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and portability. The iRobot Roomba i3 Evo, at 6.8kg
weighs more than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential by 4kg.
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 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 i3 Evo, at 133mm
measures less in width than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential by 197mm. 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 measure from the bottom to its highest point. Height is a key consideration, especially if you have obstacles with limited clearance in your home. iRobot Roomba i3 Evo, at 36mm
measures less in height than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential by 44mm.
When choosing 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 important as it 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 i3 Evo, at mAh1,800
has the same battery power as the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential
A bigger capacity usually means longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large room or if you prefer the robot vacuum to complete cleaning cycles with fewer 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 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 i3 Evo, 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 i3 Evo, 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 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 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. This feature is 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 i3 Evo 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 operations. True, 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 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 can be used to adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during operation.
You may want to consider buying either the iRobot Roomba i3 Evo 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 space. 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 i3 Evo and iRobot Roomba Combo Essential have mobile application support, this enhances your 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 varies among different models. Both the iRobot Roomba i3 Evo 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 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 help you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go while cleaning. Both iRobot Roomba Combo Essential and iRobot Roomba i3 Evo support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for homes with areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck. Voice prompts are notifications that the vacuum states to give you information on the different states of the vacuum.
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential has this feature
iRobot Roomba i3 Evo also supports voice prompts, this feature can be useful for you who prefer audible notifications or users who have visual impairments. 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 iRobot Roomba i3 Evo 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.
Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba Combo Essential come equipped with an "cliff detection" feature. This feature is intended 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 i3 Evo is key in mitigating 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 cleaning your space. 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 i3 Evo supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
