Xiaomi Mi Robot cleans all floor types, this is essential, as different rooms within a home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is said to be able to clean all types of floors, this means that the vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean most flooring materials without much 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 iRobot Roomba 981 has this 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 thus avoiding damage to both the robot and its obstacles. The Xiaomi Mi Robot's dustbin capacity is at 0.4L, dustbin capacity determines how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the robot vacuum holds before it can be emptied.
iRobot Roomba 981, at 0.5L
has more capacity than the Xiaomi Mi Robot by 0.1L
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among robot vacuum models, and the capcity you choose should depend on your cleaning needs and the size of the area you want to clean. Xiaomi Mi Robot weighs 0.4kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and carrying around. iRobot Roomba 981, at 4kg
weighs more than the Xiaomi Mi Robot with a difference of 3.6kg.
It's advisable to consider 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, 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 time it takes to clean a room
iRobot Roomba 981, at 351mm
measures more in width than the Xiaomi Mi Robot by 6mm. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room.
Xiaomi Mi Robot's height measures 96mm, here you are looking at the measure from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with low clearance in your home. iRobot Roomba 981, at 92mm
measures less in height than the Xiaomi Mi Robot by 4mm.
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), Xiaomi Mi Robot's battery power is 5,200mAh
iRobot Roomba 981, at mAh3,000
has less battery power than the Xiaomi Mi Robot with a difference of only
A bigger capacity implies longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large space or if you would like the robot vacuum to complete cleaning cycles with fewer interruptions to recharge.
The operating time of the Xiaomi Mi Robot 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
The iRobot Roomba 981, at 2h
spends less time than the Xiaomi Mi Robot by 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.
iRobot Roomba 981, at 3h
spends lesser time charging than the Xiaomi Mi Robot by 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. 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.
Xiaomi Mi Robot has a power consumption of 55W, power is often measured in watts (W) and changes among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. That's right, many modern robot vacuum cleaners have the capability to mop floors in addition to vacuuming. These robot vacuums are often referred to as robot vacuum with mopping function models and Xiaomi Mi Robot is one of those robot vacuums
Problem area cleaning enables you to program a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a particular spot in your home, Xiaomi Mi Robot supports this, which can be really useful for dealing with particular area messes or busy areas.
Xiaomi Mi Robot 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 981 and Xiaomi Mi Robot have mobile application support, mobile apps enhance 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 getting trapped during cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the Xiaomi Mi Robot are equipped with various sensors and technologies to navigate around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models. Both the iRobot 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 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.
Xiaomi Mi Robot has a route mapping feature that enables it to create a map of your home 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 981 to adapt to the layout of your space to work more efficiently and reduce the risk of missing certain spots.
Voice prompts refer to notifications that the vacuum states to provide you alerts on the different states of the vacuum. Xiaomi Mi Robot supports this feature
The iRobot Roomba 981 also supports voice prompts, this feature can be 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 autonomously return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction.
Both iRobot Roomba 981 and Xiaomi Mi Robot support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it makes sure that the robot vacuum keeps its charge and readiness for cleaning with little or no manual intervention. Most robot vacuum cleaners such as Xiaomi Mi Robot come equipped with an "anti-fall" feature. This feature is intended to prevent 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 iRobot Roomba 981 is essential in avoiding accidents and protecting the robot vacuum from damage. It gives you peace of mind knowing 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 start working.
This feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in keeping a consistently clean home without the need for manual intervention. iRobot Roomba 981 too can be scheduled. Xiaomi Mi Robot has a remote control, this allows you to control the vacuum's direction and functions from a distance.
