iRobot Roomba i7 Plus can clean all floor types, this comes in handy, since different rooms within a home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum cleaner is advertised as being able to clean all types of floors, it means that the vacuum is designed and equipped to clean most flooring materials without any significant issues.
Xiaomi Mi Robot aslo cleans all floor types, meaning it is built to be versatile, providing effective cleaning results on either hard floors or carpets found in most homes. The robot vacuum's ability to generate 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 different situations, e.g. the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus having the mapping feature can dedicate efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas keeping out of those that are not. iRobot Roomba i7 Plus has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's route, allowing it to navigate around them and avoid collisions.
Also, the Xiaomi Mi Robot has this sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a comprehensive understanding of its surroundings, making it possible to navigate around furniture, walls, and other objects when cleaning a room and 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 means that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands. iRobot Roomba i7 Plus is compatible with Google Assistant, allowing you to control it using voice commands via Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app found on smartphones and tablets.
The iRobot Roomba i7 Plus has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 - 2 years, but some higher-end models may give longer warranty periods. The iRobot Roomba i7 Plus's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity determines how much dust, debris, and pet hair the robot vacuum holds before it requires to be emptied. Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 0.4L
has the same dustbin capacity as the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among robot vacuum models, and the capcity you choose should depend on your cleaning needs and the size of the area you want to clean.
iRobot Roomba i7 Plus weighs 3.4kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and carrying around. The Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 0.4kg
is lighter than the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus by 3kg. It's important to consider the weight of the vacuum when getting a model, and that's if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
iRobot Roomba i7 Plus has a width of 339mm, 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 key as it can affect its efficiency and the time it takes to clean a space
The Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 345mm
measures more in width than the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus by 6mm. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, shortening the time it takes to clean a room. iRobot Roomba i7 Plus's height measures 92mm, here you are considering the measure from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point.
Height is an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with limited clearance in your home. Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 96mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus by 4mm. When selecting 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. It is typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba i7 Plus's battery power is 3,300mAh
Xiaomi Mi Robot, at mAh5,200
has more battery power than the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus by
A bigger capacity implies longer battery life which can be of advantage if you have a large space or if you prefer the robot vacuum to complete operations without frequent interruptions to recharge. The operating time of the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus refers to the time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single charge before it needs to be recharged.
iRobot Roomba i7 Plus's operating time is 1.25h
Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 2.5h
lasts more than the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus with a difference of 1.25h
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. Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 4h
charges for longer than the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus by 1h.
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. iRobot Roomba i7 Plus has a dirt sensor, dirt sensors are designed to detect the concentration of dirt, dust, or debris in the area 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 i7 Plus, are modern robot vacuum models that have the ease of use feature to empty their dustbins automatically.
iRobot Roomba i7 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 Xiaomi Mi Robot 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 chance of the robot vacuum getting trapped while cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus are equipped with various sensors and technologies to navigate around obstacles and avoid getting stuck, however the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models. Both the Xiaomi Mi Robot and iRobot Roomba i7 Plus 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 during cleaning. Virtual barriers are set up and controlled via the robot vacuum's mobile app, similar to no-go zones, these barriers are setup to help you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go while cleaning.
Both iRobot Roomba i7 Plus and Xiaomi Mi Robot 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 i7 Plus has a route mapping feature which enables it to create a map of your space and plan efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability enhances the vacuum's ability to clean effectively and systematically.
Route mapping is a valuable feature as it enables robot vacuums such as the Xiaomi Mi Robot to adapt to the layout of your space to work more efficiently and reduce the risk of missing certain spots. 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 Xiaomi Mi Robot and iRobot Roomba i7 Plus support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it ensures 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 equipped with an "anti-fall" feature. This feature is designed to prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, ensuring its safety while cleaning. This safety feature that is also available on the Xiaomi Mi Robot is key in mitigating accidents and protecting the robot vacuum from damage.
It gives you peace of mind by ensuring that the vacuum will not fall down a flight of stairs during its cleaning cycle. iRobot Roomba i7 Plus has this convenient feature, which enables 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 home with little or no manual intervention.
Xiaomi Mi Robot too can be scheduled.
