iRobot Roomba i3 Plus cleans all floor types, this comes in handy, since different rooms inside your home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum cleaner is advertised as being able to clean all floor types, this implies that the robot vacuum is capable to clean a wide range of flooring materials without much significant issues.
Neato D8 can also clean all floor types, meaning it is designed to be adaptable, providing best cleaning results on either carpets or hard floors found in most homes. The robot vacuum's ability to create a digital map of its cleaning area is one of the commonly asked-for features. This map allows the robot to "understand" the layout of the desired space.
This can be used for several purposes, e.g. the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus having the mapping feature can provide efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas keeping out of those that are not. Neato D8 also has the mapping and navigation feature, navigation states how the robot vacuum moves around the space.
Mapping and navigation often go hand in hand to help the vacuum move to the mapped-out areas to be cleaned leaving out those that aren't. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's way, this allwos it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the Neato D8 has an obstacle sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a better understanding of its environment, enabling it 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 i3 Plus are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands. Neato D8 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 Neato D8. The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to control it using voice commands through Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app installed on smartphones and tablets.
Neato D8 too 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 i3 Plus has 4 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes supported by robot vacuums can vary depending on the design of the robot vacuum. The Neato D8, having only 3
has less modes than the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus with a difference of only 1
Robot vacuum manufacturers may offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to various cleaning surfaces.
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 year to 2 years, but some higher-end models may offer longer warranty periods. Neato D8, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of iRobot Roomba i3 Plus. 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.
Most robot vacuum cleaners are equipped with sensors and indicators to alert users when the dustbin is full and needs to be emptied. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus supports this feature, which prevents the robot vacuum from getting clogged thus performance will be maintained as soon as the bin is emptied. Neato D8 also can indicate when its dustbin is full, for a robot vacuum to indicate that it's full can improve the convenience of owning one since it minimizes the need for constant monitoring.
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus weighs 4.7kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and carrying around. The Neato D8, at 4.7kg
has the same weight as the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus. It's advisable to consider the weight of the vacuum when getting a model, especially if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has a width of 338mm, aslo known as its cleaning path width, refers to the width of the area that it 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 space
Neato D8, at 330mm
measures less in width than the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus with a difference of 8mm. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus's height measures 92mm, here you are considering the measurement from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point.
Height is an important consideration, especially if you have furniture with limited clearance in your home. The Neato D8, at 100mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus by 8mm. 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 a crucial factor that determines how long the vacuum can operate on a single charge. Battery capacity is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba i3 Plus's battery power is 1,800mAh
The Neato D8, at mAh2,100
has more battery power than the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus by
A bigger capacity usually means longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large room or if you would like 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 charge before it needs to be recharged.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus's operating time is 1.25h
Neato D8, at 1.7h
lasts more than the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus by 0.45h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has a charge time of 2.5h, 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. Neato D8, at 3h
charges for longer than the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus with a difference of 0.5h.
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. 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 i3 Plus has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has a dirt sensor, dirt sensors 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 Neato D8 or iRobot Roomba i3 Plus 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. Self-emptying bins or automatic dirt disposal systems like the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, are modern robot vacuum models that have a convenient feature to empty their dustbins automatically.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has carpet detection, which allows the vacuum to detect and adjust to different floor surfaces, to be specific recognizing when it transitions from hard floors like hardwood to carpets. This feature is intended to optimize cleaning performance and also ensure that it adjusts its settings appropriately when cleaning carpets. Robot vacuums with a carpet detection feature such as the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus and Neato D8 use sensors for surface detection, enabling them to make required adjustments for better cleaning.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus supports a smartphone app, that allows you to control and monitor the vacuum without getting to it physically but through your smartphone or tablet. Both the Neato D8 and iRobot Roomba i3 Plus 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 designed to reduce the chance of the robot vacuum becoming trapped while cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting stuck, but the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models. Both the Neato D8 and iRobot Roomba i3 Plus have the "anti-stuck" feature, however clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums helps to further reduce the chances of becoming stuck during 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 i3 Plus and Neato D8 support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for homes with areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has a route mapping feature that enables it to create a map of your home and schedule efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability enhances the vacuum's ability to clean effectively and systematically.
Route mapping is a valuable feature as it makes it possible for robot vacuums such as the Neato D8 to adapt to the layout of your space to work more efficiently and minimize the chance of missing certain spots. Voice prompts are audible messages that the vacuum states to give you alerts on the different states of the vacuum. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus 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 predetermined conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction.
Both Neato D8 and iRobot Roomba i3 Plus support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it makes sure that the robot vacuum keeps its charge and readiness for cleaning without requiring manual intervention. Most robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba i3 Plus come equipped with an "cliff detection" feature. This feature is intended to prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, hence its safety while cleaning.
This safety feature that is also available on the Neato D8 is essential 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 i3 Plus has this convenient feature, which allows you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start working.
The scheduling feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in keeping a consistently clean space without the need for manual intervention. Neato D8 too can be scheduled. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus 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, Neato D8 supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity enhances the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
