iRobot Roomba i3 Plus cleans all floor types, this is essential, as different rooms inside your home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum is said to be as being able to clean all types of floors, this implies that the robot vacuum is capable to effectively clean several flooring materials without much limitations.
Roborock S7 aslo cleans all floor types, this means that it too is designed to be adaptable, providing best cleaning results on either carpets or hard floors found in most homes. A robot vacuum's ability to create a 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 different situations, e.g. the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus having the mapping feature can dedicate efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas keeping out of those that are not. The Roborock S7 also has the mapping and navigation feature, navigation defines how the robot vacuum moves around the cleaning area.
Mapping and navigation often go hand in hand to help the vacuum navigate to the mapped-out spaces to be cleaned ignoring those that aren't. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's way, this allwos it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the Roborock S7 has this 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 and 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 means that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands. 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. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus is compatible with Google Assistant, allowing you to control it using voice commands through Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app found on smartphones and tablets.
The Roborock S7 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 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 offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to various cleaning floors.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 - 2 years, however some higher-end models may give longer warranty periods. Roborock S7, 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 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 show 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 portability. 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 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 measure from the bottom to its highest point.
Height is an important consideration, especially if you have furniture with low clearance in your home. The battery power of a robot vacuum cleaner is important as it 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
Roborock S7, at mAh5,200
has more battery power than the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus with a difference of
A bigger capacity usually means longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large home or if you would like the robot vacuum to complete cleaning cycles without frequent interruptions to recharge.
The operating time of the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus refers to the amount of 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
The Roborock S7, at 3h
lasts more than the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus by 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, as it determines how long you'll need to wait before the vacuum is ready for its next cleaning cycle. This feature is designed to automatically turn off the vacuum after it has completed a cleaning cycle 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 valuable 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, these are designed to detect the availability of dirt, dust, or debris in the space being cleaned and based on their readings adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during cleaning cycle.
Self-emptying bins or automatic dirt disposal systems like the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus, are advanced robot vacuum models that have the ease of use feature to empty their dustbins automatically. iRobot Roomba i3 Plus has carpet detection, which allows the vacuum to identify and adjust to different floor surfaces, to be specific recognizing when it moves from hard floors like hardwood to carpeted areas. Such a feature is intended to boost cleaning performance and also ensure that the vacuum adjusts its settings right when cleaning carpets.
Robot vacuums with a carpet detection feature such as the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus and Roborock S7 use sensors for surface detection, allowing them to make required adjustments for better 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 intended to eliminate 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 eliminate the chances of becoming stuck during cleaning.
These virtual barriers are set up and controlled 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 during cleaning. Both iRobot Roomba i3 Plus and Roborock S7 support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for homes having 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 plan efficient cleaning routes.
This mapping capability enhances the vacuum's ability to work effectively and systematically. Route mapping is a valuable feature as it enables robot vacuums such as the Roborock S7 to adapt to the layout of your home to work more efficiently and reduce the possibility of missing certain spots. Voice prompts refer to notifications that the vacuum states to give 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 like audible notifications or users who have visual impairments. Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that refers to the vacuum's ability to return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as done with cleaning, 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 with little or no manual intervention.
Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba i3 Plus come equipped with an "cliff detection" feature. This feature is designed to prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, thus its safety while cleaning. This safety feature that is also available on the Roborock S7 is key in mitigating accidents and keeping 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 enables you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start working. The scheduling feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in maintaining a consistently clean space with little or no 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 usage, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
