CATEGORY : Robot Vacuum Cleaners

PureClean PUCRC26B VS. iRobot Roomba 960

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7.6
Winner:

iRobot Roomba 960

Reasons to buy iRobot Roomba 960:

  • button icon Works with Amazon Alexa - can be controlled with voice
  • button icon Hassle free management - create cleaning schedules with your Smartphone
  • button icon Dual Multi-Surface Rubber Brushes
  • button icon High-Efficiency Filter captures 99% of allergens and dust as small as 10 microns
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5.5
Runners Up:

PureClean PUCRC26B

Reasons to buy PureClean PUCRC26B :

  • button icon Cleaning can be set in advance for a specific time
  • button icon Better corning and edge cleaning using dual spinning side brush
  • button icon Wireless robot suitable for hard floors and low pile carpets
  • button icon Obstacle detection with protective bumper housing
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE
WINNER :

iRobot Roomba 960

  • AUTO DOCKS AND RECHARGE
  • RESUMES AFTER AUTO RECHARGING
  • MAPS & PLANS ROUTE
  • CONCENTRATED CLEANING
USABILITY
WINNER :

iRobot Roomba 960

  • REMOTE CONTROL WITH MOBILE APP
  • WIFI CONNECTED
  • WORKS WITH ALEXA
DESIGN
WINNER :

iRobot Roomba 960

  • LARGE DEBRIS BIN
  • VIRTUAL WALL INCLUDED
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
iRobot Roomba 960

Reasons why we like it:

  • AUTO DOCKS AND RECHARGE
  • RESUMES AFTER AUTO RECHARGING
  • MAPS & PLANS ROUTE
  • CONCENTRATED CLEANING
  • REMOTE CONTROL WITH MOBILE APP
  • WIFI CONNECTED
  • WORKS WITH ALEXA
  • LARGE DEBRIS BIN
  • VIRTUAL WALL INCLUDED
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COMPARISON – PureClean PUCRC26B VS. iRobot Roomba 960

PERFORMANCE

CLEANS UNDER FURNITURE

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

It features a low profile design of only 2.87 inches in height. This allows it enter under furniture to remove hidden dust, pet hairs and dirt.

Yes

8.9 cm - Very low profile design. It can easily clean under furniture

COVERAGE

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

N/A

Yes

1615 Sq Ft - Can be used in both large and medium sized rooms

SUCTION POWER

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

N/A

Yes

900 Pa - Lower suction power compared to other Series 900

IDEAL FOR HOMES WITH PETS

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

Includes dual rotating side brushes that capture pet hairs from both sides in a single cleaning pattern. Also features a hepa filter that traps pet particles without clogging.

Yes

With its high efficiency filter that captures 99% of pet hair, allergens and dust - Roomba 960 can be used in homes with Pets.

CLEAN CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

Its two side sweeper brushes deeply extend into corners and edges. Will rotate and vacuum every dirt, debris and other particles hiding in corners and along walls.

Yes

The Multi-Surface Tangle Free Rubber brushes will sweep and remove dust that is found in corners and on wall edges.

BATTERY LIFE

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

Provides up to 55 minutes after a single charge

Yes

75 minutes – not too good but moderate.

CHARGE TIME

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

Spends 240 minutes to obtain full battery. Features a built in rechargeable battery.

Yes

1 hour and 30 minutes – takes longer to charge and battery does not last for long

MULTI-FLOOR CLEANING

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

PUCRC26B automatically changes from cleaning hard floors like linoleum, hardwood and tile to cleaning low or hard carpet floors. Provides optimal cleaning on multiple floors.

Yes

Types of carpets it can vacuum include: low-pile, medium-pile While the Type of floors it can clean include; hardwood, vinyl, marble tile, ceramic tile, laminate, linoleum

DEEP CLEANS THICK CARPETS

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

No

FOR LARGE ROOMS

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

No

AUTO DOCKS AND RECHARGE

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

Yes

Since its battery life is 75 minutes, it might not be in position to vacuum a large area without Auto docking and recharging the battery. It will always detect a drop in battery charge and take its self to the charging station.

RESUMES AFTER AUTO RECHARGING

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

Yes

True, after recharging, the robot will resume with its cleaning task starting from where it ended. It follows a cleaning map and always saves it when its heading for auto recharging.

MULTI-ROOM NAVIGATION

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

Utilizes the self programmed cleaning path navigation system to guide it from room to room on a single floor.

Yes

Uses the iAdapt 2.0 Navigation with vSLAM technology to map its environment making it easier to clean from room to room.

AVOIDS STAIRS AND OBJECTS

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

This device uses the anti fall stair sensors and protective bumper housing with obstacle detection. Avoids any obstacle on its way and then changes direction after detecting cliffs to prevent falling.

Yes

With its Smart Navigation Sensors, Roomba 960 will easily detect cliffs and objects thus avoid them in advance - saving it from accidents that could result into serious damages.

QUIET OPERATION

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

N/A

Yes

65 db - makes some little noise but it is not that irritating.

BOOSTS SUCTION POWER

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

No

HEPA FILTER

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

Constructed with a high efficiency filter to ensure your home or office is fully cleaned. It specializes in eliminating allergens and dust from the air making it safe for people with asthma and pet allergies.

Yes

Features a High-Efficiency Filter which captures 99% of allergens, pollen, and dust as small as 10 microns

MAPS & PLANS ROUTE

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

Yes

Uses the iAdapt 2.0 Navigation System to map and plan its routes on the entire floor. You can easily see this map on your smartphone using iRobot App.

SWEEPS AND MOPS

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

No

CONCENTRATED CLEANING

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

Yes

With the help of the Spot Cleaning Function, you will be in position to command the robot to concentrate on areas with lots of dirt. The robot will spin over that area to ensure that its 99% clean.

EMPTIES ON ITS OWN

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

No

iRobot Roomba 960

USABILITY

HASSLE FREE OPERATION

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

PUCRC26B is a flexible and suitable little helper that works through a one button touch and automatic start activation. All you have to do is click and the robot will wirelessly clean throughout your home as you sleep or relax on your sofa.

Yes

It auto docks, recharges and resumes with its cleaning tusk without need for help. Once it gets full, the full bin indicator alerts you to empty the bin.

REMOTE CONTROL WITH MOBILE APP

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

Yes

You can control it with iRobot Mobile App. Create cleaning schedules while on the Go. Check out its mapped route – know which areas have been cleaned.

WIFI CONNECTED

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

Yes

It is Wifi Enabled – This makes it easier to control the device using Amazon Alexa Voice Control Device.

CAN BE SCHEDULED

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

Automatically starts and cleans on the time it has been scheduled to clean. Come back to a clean home with this robot sweeper, vacuum and dust remover

No

WORKS WITH ALEXA

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

Yes

Supports Amazon Alexa Voice Control Device

ZONE CLEANING

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

No

iRobot Roomba 960

DESIGN

LARGE DEBRIS BIN

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

Yes

600 ml – quite large compared to other models. But remove very large debris from the floor to avoid quick fill-up.

LOW PROFILE DESIGN

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

Boosts of a thin low profile design of 2.9 inches tall. Slim and small enough to fit under low sofas, beds and other furniture in your home without difficulty.

Yes

This model is designed to clean under furniture that is 3.6 inches tall. It can clean under the table, sofas, toe kicks, and other hard-to-clean areas.

BOUNDARY STRIPS INCLUDED

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

No

BATTERY CAPACITY

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

Has a small battery capacity of only 850 mAh. It’s a rechargeable battery that comes with a power adapter.

Yes

2600 mAh - Not too powerful and not too weak. This robot might not do well on very thick carpets that require maximum suction power.

DUST BIN CAPACITY

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

200 ml – can only aid shorter cleaning before it gets full. Re-empty for continuous or longer cleaning.

Yes

600 ml - bigger than most robots. You might not need to empty the bin often.

FULL BIN INDICATOR

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

No

VIRTUAL WALL INCLUDED

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
No

Yes

Comes with 1 Dual Mode Virtual Wall which you can use to prevent the robot from reaching certain areas.

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

11. 0 inches L x 11. 0 inches W x 2. 9 inches H

Yes

13.8 x 13.8 x 3.6 inches

WEIGHT

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

3.53 pounds

Yes

8.6 pounds

iRobot Roomba 960

CONCLUSION

PROS

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

• Anti allergen hepa filter • Cleaning can be set in advance for a specific time • Better corning and edge cleaning using dual spinning side brush • Bagless operation • Wireless robot suitable for hard floors and low pile carpets • Three powerful cleaning modes – auto, spiral and edge • Easily slides to clean beneath furniture • Obstacle detection with protective bumper housing • Dust bin opens for fast disposable of debris • Built in rechargeable battery • Dust filter can be washed • Smart self programmed cleaning navigation

Yes

• It seamlessly navigates room to room to clean an entire level of your apartment • Can be scheduled with iRobot HOME App • Compatible with Alexa • Has a bigger dust bin of 600 ml • HEPE Filtration system captures and eliminates 99% of dust mites and allergens • Ideal for homes with Pets • Comes with a Virtual Wall which prevents it from accessing specific areas.

CONS

PureClean PUCRC26B
iRobot Roomba 960
Yes

• Dust bin can’t take in large debris • Voice control through Amazon Alexa not possible • Robot won’t automatically dock and recharge • No Smartphone App control using Wifi • Will not mop hard floors • Not suitable for high pile or thick carpet cleaning • Will not map your home • Can’t be blocked from entering some areas • Dust bin will not automatically empty • No LCD display unit • Small battery capacity

Yes

• Poor battery running time • Charges for longer hours • Low suction power

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