iRobot Roomba i7 Plus can clean all floor types, this feature is essential, since different rooms within a home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is stated as being able to clean all types of floors, it means that the vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean most flooring materials without any limitations.
iRobot Roomba s9+ can also clean all floor types, this means that it too is built to be versatile, providing effective cleaning performance on either hard floors or carpets found in most homes. The robot vacuum's ability to generate 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 space.
Mapping and navigation can be used for several purposes, e.g. the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus having the mapping feature can provide efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas without accessing those that are not. iRobot Roomba s9+ also has the mapping and navigation feature, navigation involves how the robot vacuum moves around the space.
Mapping and navigation often go hand in hand to help the vacuum navigate to the mapped-out areas to be cleaned ignoring those that aren't. iRobot Roomba i7 Plus has an obstacle sensor, this 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 iRobot Roomba s9+ has this sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a comprehensive 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.
Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus are designed to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands. The iRobot Roomba i7 Plus is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to control it using voice commands through Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app found on smartphones and tablets. iRobot Roomba i7 Plus has a period of 1 year, warranty periods for robot vacuums typically range from 1 - 2 years, but some higher-end brands may give longer warranties.
The iRobot Roomba i7 Plus's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the vacuum holds before it can be emptied. The iRobot Roomba s9+, at 0.4L
has the same dustbin capacity as the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus
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. The iRobot Roomba i7 Plus weighs 3.4kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and carrying around.
iRobot Roomba s9+, at 3.7kg
weighs more than the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus with a difference of 0.3kg. It's important to take in consideration the weight of the robot vacuum when getting a model, especially if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
iRobot Roomba i7 Plus has a width of 339mm, often referred to 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 key as it can affect its efficiency and the time it takes to clean a room
iRobot Roomba s9+, at 311mm
measures less in width than the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus by 28mm.
A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room. iRobot Roomba i7 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 low clearance in your home.
iRobot Roomba s9+, at 89mm
measures less in height than the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus with a difference of 3mm. 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 run on a single charge.
Battery capacity is typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba i7 Plus's battery power is 3,300mAh
The iRobot Roomba s9+, at mAh3,300
has the same battery power as the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus
A bigger capacity implies 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 with less interruptions to recharge. The operating time of the iRobot Roomba i7 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 i7 Plus's operating time is 1.25h
iRobot Roomba s9+, at 1h
spends less time than the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus by only 0.25h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals.
iRobot Roomba i7 Plus has a charge time of 3h, 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 i7 Plus has a dirt sensor, these are designed to detect the availability of dirt, dust, or debris in the room being cleaned and based on their readings adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during cleaning cycle. You may want to consider buying either the iRobot Roomba s9+ or iRobot Roomba i7 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 home.
Self-emptying bins or automatic dirt disposal systems like the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus, are advanced robot vacuum models that have the ease of use feature to empty their dustbins automatically. Also, iRobot Roomba s9+ is self-emptying, have it in mind that self-emptying robot vacuums tend to be on the higher end of the price spectrum due to this advanced feature. iRobot Roomba i7 Plus supports a smartphone app, through which you can control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet.
Both the iRobot Roomba s9+ and iRobot Roomba i7 Plus 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 designed to eliminate the likelihood of the robot vacuum becoming trapped while cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba i7 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 iRobot Roomba s9+ and iRobot Roomba i7 Plus have the "anti-stuck" feature, but clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums can help further reduce the chances of becoming stuck during cleaning. These virtual barriers are typically set up and managed via 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 during cleaning. Both iRobot Roomba i7 Plus and iRobot Roomba s9+ support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for homes having areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck.
iRobot Roomba i7 Plus has a route mapping feature which enables it to generate a map of your home and plan efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability improves the vacuum's ability to clean effectively and systematically. Route mapping is a valuable feature as it enables robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba s9+ to adapt to the layout of your space to work more efficiently and reduce the chance of missing certain spots.
Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that refers to the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when certain conditions are met such as getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both iRobot Roomba s9+ and iRobot Roomba i7 Plus support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it makes sure that the robot vacuum keeps its charge and readiness for cleaning with little or no manual intervention. Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba i7 Plus come having an "anti-fall" 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 s9+ is essential in avoiding 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 i7 Plus has this convenient feature, which enables you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start working.
