iRobot Roomba s9+ can clean all floor types, this is essential, as different rooms inside your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum cleaner is advertised able to clean all floor types, it means that the vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean a wide range of flooring materials without any significant issues.
A vacuum's ability to create 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. This can be used for several purposes, for example the iRobot Roomba s9+ having the mapping feature can provide efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas without accessing those that are not.
iRobot Roomba 698 also has the mapping and navigation feature, navigation involves 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 spaces to be cleaned leaving out those that aren't. iRobot Roomba s9+ 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 iRobot Roomba 698 has an obstacle 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. The iRobot Roomba s9+'s dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, debris, and pet hair the robot vacuum can hold before it requires to be emptied. iRobot Roomba 698, at 0.6L
has more capacity than the iRobot Roomba s9+ with a difference of 0.2L
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among robot vacuum models, and the size you choose should depend on your cleaning needs and the size of the area you want to clean.
Different floor types require a robot vacuum to be at a given ground clearance so as to optimize performance. iRobot Roomba s9+ adjusts its height to match this requirement, for example, it may raise itself slightly when moving to a carpet to allow for effective suction, and then lower itself on hard floors to make sure the brushes make good contact. The iRobot Roomba s9+ weighs 3.7kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and carrying around.
The iRobot Roomba 698, at 3kg
is lighter than the iRobot Roomba s9+ by 0.7kg. It's important to consider the weight of the robot vacuum when getting a model, especially if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
iRobot Roomba s9+ has a width of 311mm, often referred to as its cleaning path width, is the width of the area that the robot vacuum 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
The iRobot Roomba 698, at 340mm
measures more in width than the iRobot Roomba s9+ with a difference of 29mm.
A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room. iRobot Roomba s9+'s height measures 89mm, here you are considering the measurement from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is a key consideration, especially if you have obstacles with limited clearance in your home.
iRobot Roomba 698, at 92mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba s9+ by 3mm. 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 measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba s9+'s battery power is 3,300mAh
The operating time of the iRobot Roomba s9+ refers to the time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single charge before it needs to return to its charging dock for recharging. iRobot Roomba s9+'s operating time is 1h
The iRobot Roomba 698, at 1.5h
lasts more than the iRobot Roomba s9+ with a difference of 0.5h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals. iRobot Roomba s9+ has a dirt sensor, dirt sensors are designed to detect the availability of dirt, dust, or debris in the room being cleaned and can be used to adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during cleaning cycle.
You may want to consider buying either the iRobot Roomba 698 or iRobot Roomba s9+ If you value the ability to automatically adjust the cleaning modes of the robot vacuum based on the level of dirt and debris in your room. Self-emptying bins or automatic dirt disposal systems like the iRobot Roomba s9+, are advanced robot vacuum models that have a convenient feature to empty their dustbins automatically. iRobot Roomba s9+ 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 iRobot Roomba 698 and iRobot Roomba s9+ have mobile application support, this enhances 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 stuck during cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba s9+ 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 iRobot Roomba 698 and iRobot Roomba s9+ 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 while cleaning. These virtual barriers are typically 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 during cleaning. Both iRobot Roomba s9+ and iRobot Roomba 698 support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for spaces having areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles.
iRobot Roomba s9+ has a route mapping feature that enables it to create a map of your home and schedule efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability enhances the vacuum's ability to clean effectively and systematically. Route mapping is an important feature as it makes it possible for robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba 698 to adapt to the layout of your home to clean more efficiently and reduce the risk of missing certain spots.
Voice prompts are audible messages that the vacuum emits to give you alerts on the different states of the vacuum. iRobot Roomba s9+ supports this feature
Auto-docking is a feature that indicates 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. Most robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba s9+ come equipped with an "anti-fall" feature.
This feature is intended to save 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 iRobot Roomba 698 is key in preventing accidents and protecting 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.
