iRobot Roomba i7 Plus cleans all floor types, this feature is essential, since different rooms inside a home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum is advertised able to clean all floor types, this means that the robot vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean several flooring materials without any significant issues.
Xiaomi Mi Robot aslo cleans all floor types, which implies that it too is designed to be adaptable, providing effective cleaning performance on either carpets or hard floors found in most homes. The vacuum's ability to generate a 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.
Mapping and navigation can be used for different situations, for example the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus having the mapping feature can provide efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas keeping out of those that are not. iRobot Roomba i7 Plus has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's way, allowing it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the Xiaomi Mi Robot 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 and preventing damage to both the robot and its obstacles.
Most modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed 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 installed on smartphones and tablets. The iRobot Roomba i7 Plus has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 - 2 years, however some higher-end brands may give longer warranty periods.
The iRobot Roomba i7 Plus's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, debris, and pet hair the vacuum can hold before it can 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 different robot vacuum models, and the capcity 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 for easy maneuverability and portability.
Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 0.4kg
is lighter than the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus by 3kg. It's advisable to take in consideration the weight of the robot 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, refers to the width of the area that the robot vacuum 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 room
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, reducing the time it takes to clean a room. iRobot Roomba i7 Plus's height measures 92mm, here you are considering 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.
Xiaomi Mi Robot, at 96mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus with a difference of 4mm. When choosing a robot vacuum, make sure 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 important as it determines how long the vacuum can operate on a single charge.
Battery capacity is typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba i7 Plus's battery power is 3,300mAh
The Xiaomi Mi Robot, at mAh5,200
has more battery power than the iRobot Roomba i7 Plus with a difference of
A bigger capacity implies longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large space or if you would like the robot vacuum to complete cleaning cycles with fewer interruptions to recharge. The operating time of a robot vacuum cleaner 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
The 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 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 i7 Plus, are advanced 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 intended to eliminate the chance of the robot vacuum becoming trapped during 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 can vary among different models.
Both the Xiaomi Mi Robot and iRobot Roomba i7 Plus have the "anti-stuck" feature, however clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums can help further eliminate the chances of getting stuck while cleaning. These virtual barriers are set up and managed via the robot vacuum's mobile app, similar to no-go zones, these barriers are setup to enable you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go during cleaning. Both iRobot Roomba i7 Plus and Xiaomi Mi Robot support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is especially useful for homes with 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 makes it possible for robot vacuums such as the Xiaomi Mi Robot to adapt to the layout of your space to work more efficiently and reduce the possibility of missing certain spots.
Auto-docking is a feature that refers to the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when certain 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 without requiring manual intervention. Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba i7 Plus come having an "cliff detection" feature.
This feature is intended to prevent 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 Xiaomi Mi Robot is essential in preventing accidents and protecting 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 allows you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start working. This feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in keeping a consistently clean space with little or no manual intervention. Xiaomi Mi Robot too can be scheduled.
