Xiaomi Mi Robot can clean all floor types, this comes in handy, since different rooms inside a home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum cleaner is stated able to clean all floor types, this means that the vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean most flooring materials without any limitations.
Xiaomi Mi Robot has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's route, this allwos it to navigate around them and avoid collisions. Also, the 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. Xiaomi Mi Robot's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the robot vacuum holds before it needs to be emptied.
The Roomba 981, at 0.5L
has more capacity than the Xiaomi Mi Robot by 0.1L
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among different robot vacuum models, and the capcity you choose should depend on your cleaning needs and the size of the area you want to clean. The Xiaomi Mi Robot weighs 0.4kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and carrying around. Roomba 981, at 4kg
weighs more than the Xiaomi Mi Robot by 3.6kg.
It's important to take in consideration the weight of the vacuum when getting a model, especially if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
Xiaomi Mi Robot has a width of 345mm, 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
Roomba 981, at 351mm
measures more in width than the Xiaomi Mi Robot with a difference of 6mm. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, shortening the time it takes to clean a room.
Xiaomi Mi Robot's height measures 96mm, here you are considering the measure from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have furniture with limited clearance in your home. The Roomba 981, at 92mm
measures less in height than the Xiaomi Mi Robot by 4mm.
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 important as it determines how long the vacuum can operate on a single charge. It is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Xiaomi Mi Robot's battery power is 5,200mAh
The Roomba 981, at mAh3,000
has less battery power than the Xiaomi Mi Robot by only
A bigger capacity usually means longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large space or if you would like the robot vacuum to complete operations with less interruptions to recharge.
The operating time of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the amount of time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single battery charge before it needs to be recharged. Xiaomi Mi Robot's operating time is 2.5h
Roomba 981, at 2h
spends less time than the Xiaomi Mi Robot with a difference of only 0.5h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals. Xiaomi Mi Robot has a charge time of 4h, 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.
The Roomba 981, at 3h
spends lesser time charging than the Xiaomi Mi Robot with a difference of only 1h. 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. This is the amount of electrical power the vacuum uses while it's actively cleaning your home.
Xiaomi Mi Robot has a power consumption of 55W, power is measured in watts (W) and changes among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. That's right, most modern robot vacuum cleaners have the capability to mop floors in addition to vacuuming. Such robot vacuums are often referred to as robot vacuum and mop models and Xiaomi Mi Robot is one of those robot vacuums
Problem area cleaning enables you to command a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a particular spot in your space, Xiaomi Mi Robot supports this, which can be really useful for addressing localized messes or high-traffic areas.
Xiaomi Mi Robot supports a smartphone app, through which you can control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet. Both the Roomba 981 and Xiaomi Mi Robot have mobile application support, mobile apps enhance the user experience by providing convenience, and ease update of features and functionalities. This feature in robot vacuum cleaners is designed to eliminate the likelihood of the robot vacuum becoming stuck while cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the Xiaomi Mi Robot are equipped with various sensors and technologies to navigate around obstacles and avoid getting stuck, however the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models. Both the Roomba 981 and Xiaomi Mi Robot have the "anti-stuck" feature, however clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums can help further eliminate the chances of getting stuck during cleaning. Virtual barriers are set up and managed through 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 while cleaning.
Xiaomi Mi Robot has a route mapping feature that 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 an important feature as it enables robot vacuums such as the Roomba 981 to adapt to the layout of your space to clean more efficiently and reduce the chance of missing certain spots.
Voice prompts are notifications that the vacuum states to give you information on the different states of the vacuum. Xiaomi Mi Robot has this feature
The Roomba 981 also supports voice prompts, this feature can be useful for you who like audible notifications or users who have visual impairments. Auto-docking is a feature that indicates the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when certain conditions are met such as getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction.
Both Roomba 981 and Xiaomi Mi Robot support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it ensures that the robot vacuum keeps its charge and readiness for cleaning with little or no manual intervention. Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as Xiaomi Mi Robot come having an "anti-fall" feature. This feature is designed to save the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, ensuring its safety while cleaning.
This safety feature that is also available on the Roomba 981 is key in mitigating accidents and keeping 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. Xiaomi Mi Robot has this convenient feature, which enables you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start working.
This feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in maintaining a consistently clean home without the need for manual intervention. Roomba 981 too can be scheduled. Xiaomi Mi Robot has a remote control, allowing you to manually control the vacuum's movements and actions from a distance.
