iRobot Roomba s9+ can clean all floor types, this feature is essential, as different rooms inside a home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum cleaner is said to be able to clean all types of floors, this means that the vacuum is capable to clean flooring materials without any limitations.
Roborock S7 Pro Ultra can also clean all floor types, which implies that it too is built to be versatile, providing best cleaning results on either hard floors or carpets found in most homes. A robot vacuum's ability to create a digital map of its cleaning space is one of the commonly asked-for features. The map it creates 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 dedicate efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas without accessing those that are not. Roborock S7 Pro Ultra 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 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 path, allowing it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the Roborock S7 Pro Ultra has an obstacle sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a better 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. iRobot Roomba s9+'s dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity determines how much dust, debris, and pet hair the robot vacuum holds before it can be emptied.
The Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, at 0.4L
has the same dustbin capacity as the iRobot Roomba s9+
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. Different floor types require a robot vacuum to be at a given ground clearance so as to optimize performance. iRobot Roomba s9+ can adjust its height to match this requirement, for example, it may raise itself slightly when transitioning to a carpet to enable effective suction, and then lower itself on hard floors to ensure the brushes make good contact.
Automatic height adjustment is commonly found in mid-range to high-end robot vacuum models such as the Roborock S7 Pro Ultra with advanced sensor technology and adaptability. This feature is essential for maintaining cleaning performance across various floor types, including carpets, rugs, hardwood floors, and tiles. The iRobot Roomba s9+ weighs 3.7kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and carrying around.
Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, at 4.7kg
weighs more than the iRobot Roomba s9+ by 1kg. 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, aslo known as its cleaning path width, refers to the width of the area that it can properly clean in one go. The width of a robot vacuum is important as it can affect its efficiency and the duration it takes to clean a room
Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, at 350mm
measures more in width than the iRobot Roomba s9+ by 39mm.
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 measurement from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have furniture with low clearance in your home.
Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, at 97mm
measures more in height than the iRobot Roomba s9+ with a difference of 8mm. When selecting a robot vacuum, make sure 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 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 Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, at mAh5,200
has more battery power than the iRobot Roomba s9+ with a difference of
A bigger capacity implies longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large room or if you prefer the robot vacuum to complete cleaning cycles without frequent interruptions to recharge. 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
Roborock S7 Pro Ultra, at 3h
lasts more than the iRobot Roomba s9+ with a difference of 2h
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 space being cleaned and can be used to adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during cleaning cycle. Self-emptying bins or automatic dirt disposal systems like the iRobot Roomba s9+, are advanced robot vacuum models that have the ease of use feature to empty their dustbins automatically. Also, Roborock S7 Pro Ultra is self-emptying, it's important to note that self-emptying robot vacuums tend to be on the higher end of the price spectrum due to this advanced feature.
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 Roborock S7 Pro Ultra 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 likelihood of the robot vacuum getting stuck 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, however the effectiveness of this feature can vary among different models. Both the Roborock S7 Pro Ultra 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 getting stuck while cleaning. 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 help you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go during cleaning.
Both iRobot Roomba s9+ and Roborock S7 Pro Ultra 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 that 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 Roborock S7 Pro Ultra to adapt to the layout of your space to work more efficiently and minimize the possibility of missing certain spots. Voice prompts refer to audible messages that the vacuum states to give you alerts on the different states of the vacuum. iRobot Roomba s9+ supports this feature
The Roborock S7 Pro Ultra also supports voice prompts, this feature is useful for you who prefer audible notifications or users who have visual impairments.
Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that indicates the vacuum's ability to return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Roborock S7 Pro Ultra and iRobot Roomba s9+ support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it makes sure that the robot vacuum maintains its charge and readiness for cleaning with little or no manual intervention. Most robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot Roomba s9+ come equipped with an "cliff detection" feature.
This feature is intended to prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, thus its safety while cleaning. This safety feature that is also available on the Roborock S7 Pro Ultra is key 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.
