iRobot Roomba i3 Plus cleans all floor types, this is essential, as different rooms within your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum is stated able to clean all types of floors, this means that the robot vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean most flooring materials without any limitations.
Roborock S7 can also clean all floor types, meaning it is built to be versatile, giving effective cleaning results on either carpets or hard floors commonly found in homes. A vacuum's ability to generate a digital map of its cleaning area is one of the commonly asked-for features. The map it creates allows the robot to keep a record of the layout of the desired space.
Mapping and navigation 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. Roborock S7 also has the mapping and navigation feature, navigation states how the robot vacuum moves around the cleaning area.
Mapping and navigation often go hand in hand to help the vacuum move to the mapped-out areas to be cleaned ignoring 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, allowing it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the Roborock S7 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.
Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus are designed to work with Amazon Alexa, which means that they can be integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands. The Roborock S7 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 Roborock S7. The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus 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.
Roborock S7 too 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 i3 Plus has 4 cleaning modes, the cleaning modes offered by robot vacuum cleaners can vary widely depending on the design of the robot vacuum. Roborock S7, having only 4
has the same number of cleaning modes as the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus
Robot vacuum manufacturers may offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to different cleaning floors.
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has a period of 1 year, warranty periods for robot vacuums typically range from 1 - 2 years, however some higher-end brands may give longer warranty periods. Roborock S7, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of iRobot Roomba i3 Plus. 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.
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 which means performance will be maintained as soon as the bin is emptied. Roborock S7 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.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus weighs 4.7kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and carrying around. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has a width of 338mm, aslo known 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 space
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus's height measures 92mm, here you are looking at the measurement from the bottom to its highest point.
Height is a key consideration, especially if you have obstacles with limited clearance in your home. The battery power of a robot vacuum cleaner is a crucial factor that determines how long the vacuum can run on a single charge. It is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba i3 Plus's battery power is 1,800mAh
Roborock S7, at mAh5,200
has more battery power than the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus by
A bigger capacity usually means longer battery life which can be of advantage 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 the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus refers to the time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single battery charge before it needs to be recharged. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus's operating time is 1.25h
Roborock S7, at 3h
lasts more than the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus with a difference of 1.75h
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.
Roborock S7, at 5h
charges for longer than the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus with a difference of 2.5h. 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 feature is designed to automatically turn off the vacuum after it has completed an operation or when specific conditions occur.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation. Also, Roborock S7 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. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has a dirt sensor, dirt sensors are designed to detect the concentration of dirt, dust, or debris in the space being cleaned and based on their readings adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during operation.
Self-emptying bins or automatic dirt disposal systems like the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, are advanced 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 identify and adapt to all kinds of floor surfaces, to be specific recognizing when it transitions from hard floors like tile to areas with carpets. Such a feature is designed to boost cleaning performance and also make sure that the vacuum adjusts its settings right when cleaning carpeted areas.
Robot vacuums with a carpet detection feature like the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus and Roborock S7 use sensors for surface detection, allowing them to make required adjustments for efficient cleaning. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus 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 Roborock S7 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 stuck during cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, but the effectiveness of this feature can vary among different models. Both the Roborock S7 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 getting stuck while cleaning.
These virtual barriers are typically set up and controlled 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 i3 Plus and Roborock S7 support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is especially useful for homes having areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has a route mapping feature that enables it to generate a map of your home and plan efficient cleaning routes.
This mapping capability improves the vacuum's ability to work effectively and systematically. Route mapping is an important feature as it enables robot vacuums such as the Roborock S7 to adapt to the layout of your space to clean more efficiently and minimize the chance of missing certain spots. Voice prompts refer to notifications that the vacuum states to provide you information on the different states of the vacuum.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus supports this feature
Roborock S7 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 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 Roborock S7 and iRobot Roomba i3 Plus support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it makes sure that the robot vacuum maintains its charge and readiness for cleaning without requiring manual intervention.
Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba i3 Plus come having an "cliff detection" feature. This feature is designed to save the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, hence its safety during operation. This safety feature that is also available on the Roborock S7 is essential in mitigating accidents and keeping the robot vacuum from damage.
It gives you peace of mind knowing that the vacuum will not fall off a ledge 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 start working. This feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in maintaining a consistently clean space without the need for manual intervention.
Roborock S7 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, Roborock S7 supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity enhances the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum use, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
