iRobot Roomba s9+ cleans all floor types, this is essential, since different rooms inside a home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum is advertised as being able to clean all types of floors, it implies that the vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean several flooring materials without any limitations.
The 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 space. This can be used for different situations, e.g.
the iRobot Roomba s9+ having the mapping feature can provide efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas keeping out of those that are not. The iRobot Roomba 698 also has the mapping and navigation feature, navigation states how the robot vacuum moves around the space. 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 and avoid 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 surroundings, enabling it to navigate around furniture, walls, and other objects when cleaning a room and preventing damage to both the robot and its obstacles. The iRobot Roomba s9+'s dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity determines how much dust, debris, and pet hair the robot vacuum can hold before it can 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 capcity 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 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 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 important to consider the weight of the robot vacuum when choosing 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, refers to the width of the area that the robot vacuum can effectively clean in one go.
The width of a robot vacuum is important 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+ by 29mm. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, shortening the time it takes to clean a room. iRobot Roomba s9+'s height measures 89mm, here you are considering the measure from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point.
Height is a key consideration, especially if you have furniture with limited clearance in your home. The iRobot Roomba 698, at 92mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba s9+ with a difference of 3mm. When selecting a robot vacuum, ensure that the robot vacuum can go 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. Battery capacity is typically 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 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+ by 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 area being cleaned and can be used to adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during operation. You may want to consider buying either the iRobot Roomba 698 or iRobot Roomba s9+ 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 space. Self-emptying bins or automatic dirt disposal systems 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, that allows you to 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 intended to reduce 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 move around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, but the effectiveness of this feature can vary among different models. Both the iRobot Roomba 698 and iRobot Roomba s9+ have the "anti-stuck" feature, however clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums helps to further reduce the chances of getting 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 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, this ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for homes with areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck. iRobot Roomba s9+ has a route mapping feature which enables it to create a map of your space and schedule efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability enhances the vacuum's ability to work effectively and systematically.
Route mapping is an important feature as it enables robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba 698 to adapt to the layout of your home to clean more efficiently and reduce the chance of missing certain spots. Voice prompts are audible messages that the vacuum emits 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 indicates the vacuum's ability to return to its docking station when certain 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 designed to save the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, thus its safety during operation. This safety feature that is also available on the iRobot Roomba 698 is essential in avoiding 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.
