Neato D8 can clean all floor types, this is essential, as different rooms within your home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is advertised as being able to clean all types of floors, it means that the robot vacuum is capable to effectively clean a wide range of flooring materials without much significant issues.
A vacuum's ability to generate a map of its cleaning area 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, for example the Neato D8 having the mapping feature can dedicate efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas without accessing those that are not.
The iRobot Roomba i1 Plus also has the mapping and navigation feature, navigation defines 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 areas to be cleaned leaving out those that aren't. Neato D8 has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's way, allowing it to navigate around them and avoid collisions.
No-go zones is a feature found on many advanced robot vacuum cleaners and Neato D8 supports this feature. These zones are basicaaly digital boundaries or restricted spaces that you can set up to prevent the robot from accessing specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle. iRobot Roomba i1 Plus also supports the no-go zones feature, such a feature is particularly useful in rooms where there are areas that you want to keep off-limits to the robot vacuum.
Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the Neato D8 are designed to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands. The iRobot Roomba i1 Plus can also work with Amazon Alexa, keep in mind that you will need an Alexa-enabled device such as an Echo speaker for voice control to work with your robot vacuum. The Neato D8 is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to control it using voice commands via Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app installed on smartphones and tablets.
The iRobot Roomba i1 Plus too is compatible with Google Assistant, it's advised to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before buying a robot vacuum. Neato D8 has 3 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes offered by robot vacuums varies depending on the design of the robot vacuum. The Neato D8 has a period of 1 year, warranty periods for robot vacuums typically range from 1 year to 2 years, but some higher-end brands may offer longer warranty periods.
The iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Neato D8. When thinking of buying a robot vacuum cleaner, it's essential to read and understand the warranty terms and conditions, as well as any limitations or exclusions that may apply. The Neato D8 has washable filters, these are designed to capture dust, dirt, and fine particles during the cleaning process and can be easily removed and cleaned to maintain the vacuum's performance.
The Neato D8's dustbin capacity is at 0.7L, dustbin capacity determines how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the vacuum can hold before it can be emptied. iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 0.4L
carries less dirt than the Neato D8 by only 0.3L
The dustbin capacity varies widely among different robot vacuum models, and the size you choose should depend on your cleaning needs and the size of the area you want to clean. Many robot vacuum cleaners are equipped with sensors and indicators to alert users when the dirt collection container is full and needs to be emptied.
Neato D8 supports this feature, which prevents the robot vacuum from getting clogged thus performance will be maintained as soon as the bin is emptied. iRobot Roomba i1 Plus also can indicate when its dustbin is full, for a robot vacuum to show that it's full can improve the convenience of owning one since it reduces the need for constant monitoring. Neato D8 weighs 4.7kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and carrying around.
iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 4.7kg
has the same weight as the Neato D8. It's important 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
Neato D8 has a width of 330mm, often referred to as its cleaning path width, is the width of the area that the robot vacuum 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
iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 338mm
measures more in width than the Neato D8 by 8mm.
A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, shortening the time it takes to clean a room. Neato D8's height measures 100mm, here you are looking at the measure from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is a key consideration, especially if you have furniture with low clearance in your home.
The iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 92mm
measures less in height than the Neato D8 by 8mm. 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 important as it determines how long the vacuum can operate on a single charge.
It is typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Neato D8's battery power is 2,100mAh
The iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at mAh1,800
has less battery power than the Neato D8 by only
A bigger capacity usually means longer battery life which can be of advantage if you have a large space or if you would like the robot vacuum to complete operations with fewer interruptions to recharge. The operating time of the Neato D8 refers to the time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single battery charge before it needs to be recharged. Neato D8's operating time is 1.7h
The iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 1.25h
spends less time than the Neato D8 with a difference of only 0.45h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals.
Neato D8 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. iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 2.5h
spends lesser time charging than the Neato D8 by only 0.5h. Charge time is an important factor to consider when choosing a robot vacuum, since it determines how long you'll need to wait before the vacuum begins its next cleaning cycle.
Neato D8 has a dirt sensor, dirt sensors are designed to detect the concentration 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 i1 Plus or Neato D8 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. Neato D8 has carpet detection, which allows the vacuum to identify and adjust to different floor surfaces, to be specific recognizing when it transitions from hard floors like tile to carpets.
Neato D8 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 iRobot Roomba i1 Plus and Neato D8 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 reduce the likelihood of the robot vacuum becoming trapped while cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the Neato D8 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 i1 Plus and Neato D8 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 during 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 Neato D8 and iRobot Roomba i1 Plus support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for homes having areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck. Neato D8 has a route mapping feature which enables it to generate a map of your home and plan efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability enhances the vacuum's ability to clean effectively and systematically.
Route mapping is an important feature as it enables robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba i1 Plus to adapt to the layout of your home to clean more efficiently and reduce the possibility of missing certain spots. Auto-docking is a feature 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. Both iRobot Roomba i1 Plus and Neato D8 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 Neato D8 come having an "cliff detection" feature. This feature is designed to save the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, hence its safety while cleaning. This safety feature that is also available on the iRobot Roomba i1 Plus is essential in avoiding accidents and keeping 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. Neato D8 has this convenient feature, which allows you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start working. This feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in keeping a consistently clean home without the need for manual intervention.
iRobot Roomba i1 Plus too allows scheduling. Neato D8 supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi-enabled robot vacuums offer several advantages and features, such as remote control, mobile app integration, voice assistant compatibility, and remote monitoring. Also, iRobot Roomba i1 Plus supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum use, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
