Roborock S6 cleans all floor types, this comes in handy, as different rooms inside your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is stated as being able to clean all types of floors, this implies that the vacuum is designed and equipped to clean flooring materials without any limitations.
Roborock S6 has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's path, this allwos it to navigate around them and avoid collisions. Also, the iRobot Roomba 981 has an obstacle sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a better understanding of its environment, 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. No-go zones is a feature of many robot vacuum cleaners and the Roborock S6 supports this feature.
These zones are essentially digital boundaries or restricted spaces that you can set up to prevent the robot from accessing specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle. Most modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the Roborock S6 are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands. iRobot Roomba 981 can also work with Amazon Alexa, keep in mind that you will require an Alexa-enabled device such as an Echo speaker for voice control to work with your robot vacuum.
The Roborock S6 is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to control it using voice commands via Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app found on smartphones and tablets. The iRobot Roomba 981 is compatible with Google Assistant, it's advised to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before buying a robot vacuum. Roborock S6 has a period of 1 year, warranty periods for robot vacuums typically range from 1 - 2 years, but some higher-end models may offer longer warranty periods.
The iRobot Roomba 981, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Roborock S6. When considering a robot vacuum cleaner, it's important to read and understand the warranty terms and conditions, alongside any limitations or exclusions that may apply. Roborock S6's dustbin capacity is at 0.5L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, debris, and pet hair the robot vacuum can hold before it needs to be emptied.
The iRobot Roomba 981, at 0.5L
has the same dustbin capacity as the Roborock S6
The dustbin capacity can vary 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. Different floor types require a robot vacuum to be at a given ground clearance so as to optimize performance. The Roborock S6 adjusts its height to match this demand, for example, it may raise itself slightly when moving to a carpet to enable effective suction, and then lower itself on hard floors to ensure the brushes make good contact.
The Roborock S6 weighs 3.6kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and portability. The iRobot Roomba 981, at 4kg
weighs more than the Roborock S6 by 0.4kg. It's important to take in consideration the weight of the robot vacuum when getting a model, and that's if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
Roborock S6 has a width of 350mm, aslo known as its cleaning path width, refers to the width of the area that it can effectively clean in a single pass.
The width of a robot vacuum is important as it can affect its efficiency and the duration it takes to clean a room
The iRobot Roomba 981, at 351mm
measures more in width than the Roborock S6 by 1mm. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, shortening the time it takes to clean a room. Roborock S6's height measures 97mm, 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 limited clearance in your home. The iRobot Roomba 981, at 92mm
measures less in height than the Roborock S6 with a difference of 5mm. When choosing a robot vacuum, make sure 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. Battery capacity is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Roborock S6's battery power is 5,200mAh
The iRobot Roomba 981, at mAh3,000
has less battery power than the Roborock S6 by only
A bigger capacity usually means longer battery life which can be of advantage if you have a large home or if you prefer the robot vacuum to complete cleaning cycles without frequent interruptions to recharge. The operating time of the Roborock S6 refers to the time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single battery charge before it needs to return to its charging dock for recharging.
Roborock S6's operating time is 3h
iRobot Roomba 981, at 2h
spends less time than the Roborock S6 by only 1h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals. The operating power consumption of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the amount of electrical power the vacuum uses while it's actively cleaning your home. Roborock S6 has a power consumption of 58W, power is typically measured in watts (W) and changes among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors.
True, most modern robot vacuum cleaners have the capability to mop floors in addition to vacuuming. These robot vacuums are often referred to as robot vacuum and mop models and Roborock S6 is one of those robot vacuums
Roborock S6 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. Roborock S6 supports a smartphone app, that allows you to control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet.
Both the iRobot Roomba 981 and Roborock S6 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 reduce the likelihood of the robot vacuum becoming stuck while cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the Roborock S6 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 981 and Roborock S6 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 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. Roborock S6 has a route mapping feature which enables it to create a map of your home and plan efficient cleaning routes.
This mapping capability improves 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 981 to adapt to the layout of your space to clean more efficiently and minimize the risk of missing certain spots. Voice prompts are notifications that the vacuum emits to provide you alerts on the different states of the vacuum.
Roborock S6 has this feature
iRobot Roomba 981 also supports voice prompts, this feature is useful for you who prefer audible notifications or users who have visual impairments. Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as Roborock S6 come having 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 981 is essential in mitigating accidents and keeping the robot vacuum from damage. It gives you peace of mind knowing that the vacuum will not fall off a ledge during its cleaning cycle. Roborock S6 has this convenient feature, which enables you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start working.
The scheduling feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in keeping a consistently clean space with little or no manual intervention. iRobot Roomba 981 too allows scheduling.
