iRobot Roomba s9+ can clean all floor types, this feature comes in handy, as different rooms within a home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum cleaner is advertised able to clean all floor types, this implies that the robot vacuum is capable to effectively clean flooring materials without much significant issues.
The robot vacuum's ability to generate a digital map of its cleaning space 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. This can be used for several purposes, e.g.
the iRobot Roomba s9+ having the mapping feature can provide efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas without accessing those that are not. The 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 navigate to the mapped-out areas to be cleaned ignoring those that aren't.
iRobot Roomba s9+ has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's route, this allwos it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the iRobot Roomba 698 has this sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a comprehensive understanding of its surroundings, enabling it to navigate around furniture, walls, and other objects when cleaning a room thus preventing damage to both the robot and its obstacles. iRobot Roomba s9+'s dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the robot vacuum holds before it can be emptied.
The 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 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. 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 enable effective suction, and then lower itself on hard floors to make sure the brushes make good contact.
iRobot Roomba s9+ weighs 3.7kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and portability. The iRobot Roomba 698, at 3kg
is lighter than the iRobot Roomba s9+ with a difference of 0.7kg. It's advisable to take in consideration the weight of the vacuum when selecting a model, and that's 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 it can properly clean in a single pass.
The width of a robot vacuum is key as it can affect its efficiency and the duration it takes to clean a room
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 looking at the measure from the bottom to its highest point.
Height is an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with low clearance in your home. The iRobot Roomba 698, at 92mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba s9+ by 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 important as it determines how long the vacuum can run on a single charge. Battery capacity is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), iRobot Roomba s9+'s battery power is 3,300mAh
The operating time of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single battery charge before it needs to be recharged. 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 concentration of dirt, dust, or debris in the area 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 home. Self-emptying robot vacuum cleaners like the iRobot Roomba s9+, are modern 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 remotely through your smartphone or tablet. Both the iRobot Roomba 698 and iRobot Roomba s9+ 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 designed to eliminate the chance of the robot vacuum becoming trapped while cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba s9+ are equipped with various sensors and technologies to navigate around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, but the effectiveness of this feature varies 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 helps to further eliminate the chances of becoming stuck during 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 designed to enable you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go while cleaning.
Both iRobot Roomba s9+ and iRobot Roomba 698 support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for spaces with areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck. iRobot Roomba s9+ has a route mapping feature which enables it to generate a map of your space 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 makes it possible for robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba 698 to adapt to the layout of your space to work more efficiently and reduce the chance of missing certain spots. Voice prompts refer to notifications that the vacuum states to provide you information on the different states of the vacuum. iRobot Roomba s9+ supports this feature
Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that refers to the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction.
Modern 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 during operation. This safety feature that is also available on the iRobot Roomba 698 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 down a flight of stairs during its cleaning cycle.
