CATEGORY : Robot Vacuum Cleaners

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W VS. iRobot Roomba 980

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8.7
Winner:

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W

Reasons to buy Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W:

  • button icon Delivers 10X more suction power.
  • button icon Wi-Fi Connectivity & Works with Alexa.
  • button icon CycloneForce Technology & Easy Pass Wheels.
  • button icon Visionary Mapping Plus and FullView Sensors.
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iRobot Roomba 980

Reasons to buy iRobot Roomba 980 :

  • button icon Very effective on thick carpets
  • button icon Ideal for homes with pets and kids
  • button icon It runs up to 120 minutes
  • button icon It automatically recharges and resumes with the cleaning job
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE
DRAW :
USABILITY
WINNER :

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W

  • CAN BE SCHEDULED
  • ZONE CLEANING
DESIGN
WINNER :

iRobot Roomba 980

  • LOW PROFILE DESIGN
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W

Reasons why we like it:

  • CAN BE SCHEDULED
  • ZONE CLEANING
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COMPARISON – Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W VS. iRobot Roomba 980

PERFORMANCE

CLEANS UNDER FURNITURE

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

At 5.3-inches high, this robot-vacuum can easily clean under furniture above that height. However, this height also makes it a bit taller whereby it won't fit under most furniture below that height.

Yes

Due to its low profile design – 3.60 inches - Roomba 980 can clean under furniture, sofas and under the bed.

COVERAGE

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Thoroughly cleans medium-to-large sized rooms of up-to 2000sq.ft.

Yes

1991 Sq.ft – ideal for large rooms and apartments

SUCTION POWER

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Offers a 10X more powerful suction than conventional robotic-vacuums. In fact, it features a 5.9watts powerful suction.

Yes

1700 Pa – the carpet boost function boosts suction power when the robot goes over a thick dirty carpet.

IDEAL FOR HOMES WITH PETS

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Comes with a specially designed Combo-Brush that helps to thoroughly pick-up pet-hair with fewer tangles.

Yes

Yes, Roomba 980 is deal for homes with pets - Features Tangle-free Dual Multi-Surface brushes which deal with pet hair with ease. Also the high-efficiency filter is able to capture 99% of allergens, dust, pollen and small particles of 10 microns.

CLEAN CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

The Full, 12-inch combo-brush provides corner-to-corner coverage when cleaning-up the floor.

Yes

Side brushes will capture and remove dirt and debris that are found in the corners of your room and on wall edges.

BATTERY LIFE

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Provides up-to 90-minutes of run-time on a single-charge.

Yes

120 minutes – enough time to clean a large room

CHARGE TIME

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

The battery takes 4-hours (240-minutes) to get fully charged.

Yes

N/A

MULTI-FLOOR CLEANING

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Features Large Easy-Pass Wheels that allow it to move smoothly over obstacles and to easily transition from hard-floors to carpets.

Yes

It is able to clean all floor types. The auto-adjust cleaning head can easily adapt to various floors. It’s Multi-Surface Brushes will keep close contact with the surface ensuring effective cleaning of both hard floors and carpets.

DEEP CLEANS THICK CARPETS

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Uses CycloneForce-Technology and a 12" Combo-Brush to provide deep carpet cleaning.

Yes

Once it finds a thick carpet, it will automatically increase on its cleaning performance using a Power Boost function. This will ensure thorough or deep carpet cleaning. Also the AeroForce Cleaning system will loosen, lift and suction dirt 10x better than other robots

FOR LARGE ROOMS

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

It can thoroughly clean large-sized rooms of up-to 2000sq.ft.

Yes

Ideal for large rooms and apartments. With its 120 run time, recharge and resume function and the multi-floor cleaning capability, you have nothing to worry about.

AUTO DOCKS AND RECHARGE

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Automatically returns to the docking-station to recharge when the battery gets low on power.

Yes

Yes, the batter runs for 120 minutes. When the robot detects a decrease in battery level, it will auto dock and recharge.

RESUMES AFTER AUTO RECHARGING

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

After getting fully-charged, this robotic-vacuum will go back-out to its last location and resume cleaning.

Yes

Yes, after recharging the battery, the robot will resume with the cleaning tusk following its cleaning map.

MULTI-ROOM NAVIGATION

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Its Visionary Mapping Plus Technology uses an onboard camera and individual smart sensors to help create an optimal cleaning path hence facilitating for multi-room cleaning.

Yes

With the iAdapt 2.0 Navigation system with Visual Localization, Roomba 980 will easily navigate an entire level of your apartment while keeping track of its paths. Using its sensor, it will navigate around furniture but clean under the bed, furniture and sofas.

AVOIDS STAIRS AND OBJECTS

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

This robot-vacuum uses 10 smart-sensors and an onboard digital camera to minimize bumping into furniture and to avoid stair drop-offs.

Yes

With its strong sensors, Roomba 980 can easily detect and avoid cliffs and stairs. As for the objects, it will move around them, pick dirt and create a new path.

QUIET OPERATION

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

The device is fairly quiet when running on the lowest setting but it will make a louder noise when operating in turbo-mode.

Yes

70 db – quieter than most robots on the market

BOOSTS SUCTION POWER

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Uses a powerful Cyclone Force system to boost suction power up-to 10X.

Yes

Features a Power Boost Mode which turns on automatically when the Robot meets a thick carpet which requires deep cleaning.

HEPA FILTER

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Features a washable Hepa-like, sponge, washable-filter that can trap smaller particles and allergens.

Yes

Instead of a HEPA Filter, this model uses an AeroForce High-Efficiency Filter which captures 99% of allergens, particles as small as 10 microns and pollen that could make you sick.

MAPS & PLANS ROUTE

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Uses a Visionary Mapping Plus system, an onboard digital camera and multiple smart-sensors to create an ideal cleaning-path.

Yes

Creates a map for the entire floor and follows that when vacuuming

SWEEPS AND MOPS

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
No

No

CONCENTRATED CLEANING

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Has a spot-clean-mode that allows for repeated vacuuming of a particular-section until it gets thoroughly clean.

Yes

When you press the Spot Mode, Roomba 980 will thoroughly clean a localized area by spiraling about 1 meter in diameter and then it goes back to where it started.

EMPTIES ON ITS OWN

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
No

No

USABILITY

HASSLE FREE OPERATION

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Its Wi-Fi enabled for remote-control via your smart-device. It also comes with an IR-remote-control and onboard-controls for easy hands-on operation.

Yes

You can easily control it with a mobile Application or use voice control function.

REMOTE CONTROL WITH MOBILE APP

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

You can remotely control this device using your Smartphone via Smart-Home or Samsung-Connect App.

Yes

Roomba Mobile App is available for both Android and Apple. Install it and start creating cleaning schedules and monitor cleaning maps.

WIFI CONNECTED

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

This device is Wi-Fi enabled for remote-control via your Smartphone.

Yes

Yes, can be connected to your home Wifi Network. This makes it compatible with Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant.

CAN BE SCHEDULED

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

The scheduling-function allows you to program a desired cleaning time for up-to 7-days. In fact, it facilitates for an automatic-cleaning routine whether you’re away or at home.

No

WORKS WITH ALEXA

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Works with Alexa for voice control. However, the Alexa-device sold separately.

Yes

Talk to Alexa and tell it to turn on Roomba 980. Immediately the robot will respond and start cleaning.

ZONE CLEANING

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

Visionary Mapping Plus system creates a complete map of your home so that you can easily select zones to be cleaned within your home.

No

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W

DESIGN

LARGE DEBRIS BIN

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

It comes with a larger 700ml dustbin that facilitates for longer cleanings with fewer emptying.

Yes

Yes, its dust bin can accommodate large debris. But to maintain good performance, you have to empty the bin once its full.

LOW PROFILE DESIGN

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
No

Yes

3.60 inches - height. Can clean under the bed and sofa.

BOUNDARY STRIPS INCLUDED

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
No

No

BATTERY CAPACITY

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

3000mAh.

Yes

3300 mAh

DUST BIN CAPACITY

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

700ml

Yes

600 ml – that is about 0.65 litres

FULL BIN INDICATOR

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
No

No

VIRTUAL WALL INCLUDED

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

The virtual-wall function prevents this robot-vacuum from accessing certain areas when cleaning-up your house.

Yes

Comes with a virtual wall which you can use to block the robot from reaching specific areas.

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

14.57"W X 5.3"H X 14.25"D

Yes

13.9 x 13.9 x 3.6 inches

WEIGHT

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

9.9-pounds (4.5kg).

Yes

8.7 pounds

iRobot Roomba 980

CONCLUSION

PROS

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

• Has Wi-Fi Connectivity. • EasyPass Large Wheels. • A 10x More Powerful Suction. • Larger 700ml Dust-Canister. • Auto Recharge and Resume function. • Works with Alexa for voice control. • Combo-Brush that removes pet hair. • CycloneForce Technology for consistent power. • Visionary Mapping Plus & FullView Sensor.

Yes

• Deep cleans thick carpet • Ideal for homes with pets • Battery runs for a long time • Mapping and smart navigation • Works on all floor types • Very strong suction power • Compatible with Amazon Alexa • Bigger dustbin capacity • HEPA filtration - removes 99% of allergens and dust • Cleans Under Furniture • Hassle Free Operation • Performs well In High Traffic Rooms

CONS

Samsung POWERbot SR2AJ9040W
iRobot Roomba 980
Yes

• Louder noise in Turbo-mode. • No wet-mopping function. • Doesn't have a HEPA filter. • Doesn’t include a boundary-strip.

Yes

• Does not empty the dust bin - you have to do it manually • Does not wet mop the floor • Not so good on High Pile shag rugs

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