Roomba 650 vs 690 Comparison Review

Roomba 650 vs 690 takes a close side by side look at these robotic vacuums designed to automate your home cleaning. The Roomba 690 is Wi-Fi connected which allows you to use the iRobot App to start cleaning from anywhere as well as compatibility with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Both units feature the 3 stage cleaning system and low profile design. Preset cleanings up to 7 times a week and much more. Take a look at our comparison tables and decide for yourself.


iRobot Roomba 650	iRobot Roomba 690 Wi-Fi Connected
What is the difference between the iRobot Roomba 650 vs 690? The 690 model is the replacement for the 650. You will find quite a few upgrades to the 690. What’s new in the 690? The battery is now the much improved lithium ion. The unit connects via Wi-Fi and can be run with the iRobot smartphone app (it is also compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant). The 690 also includes a Dual Mode Virtual Wall Technology and the Dirt Detect Technology. With all these new features the Roomba 690 is a worthy entry level robotic vacuum. Learn all there is to know about each machine below.
. Retail Price: $~~395.00~~ Find BEST Price – Roomba 650 . Roomba 650 Certified Refurbished	. Retail Price: $~~395.00~~ Find BEST Price – Roomba 690 .

Specs Diameter is 13.39 inches Height is 3.6 inches Weight is 7.9 lbs. . Charge Time is about 3 hours Run Time is up to 60 minutes Battery Type – NiCad	Specs Diameter is 13 inches Height is 3.7 inches Weight is 7.8 lbs. . Run Time is up to 60 minutes Battery Type – Lithium Ion

Roomba 650 Avoiding Furniture

Roomba 690 Cleaning Under Furniture

Roomba 650	Roomba 690
Features iAdapt Navigation Virtual Wall Technology Push One Button to Start Cleaning Schedule up to 7 cleanings per week Low profile to clean under furniture Automatically returns to docking station to recharge Cliff Detection	Features iAdapt Navigation Dual Mode Virtual Wall Technology iRobot HOME App compatibility Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant Push One Button to Start Cleaning Schedule up to 7 cleanings per week Low profile to clean under furniture Automatically returns to docking station to recharge Cliff Detection

Both units feature the iAdapt Navigation which allows the Roomba to navigate your home. Since every home is unique this navigation system negotiates your robot in and around furniture, clutter, stairs, and more.

The Roomba 690 features the more advanced Dual Mode Virtual Wall Technology. The 650 Virtual Wall will allow you to block off an opening to a room you don’t want the Roomba to enter. The Dual Mode on the 690 features that as well as a halo barrier where a halo about 24 inches from center will protect something on the floor like a water bowl or a corner. Learn more about Dual Mode Virtual Wall Technology here.

Unique to the Roomba 690 is compatibility with the iRobot HOME app and can also be operated with Alexa and Google. The HOME app is available for both iPhone and Android. It allows you to start cleanings from anywhere, monitor status of your Roomba, schedule cleanings, customize cleaning preferences, and more. The App will only work with 2.4 GHz networks and not 5 GHz networks. Click here for more info on the iRobot HOME App.

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Roomba 650 Edge Cleaning

Roomba 690 Corner Cleaning

Roomba 650	Roomba 690
Cleaning 3-Stage Cleaning System Spinning Side Brush	Cleaning 3-Stage Cleaning System Dirt Detect Spinning Side Brush
Your Roomba will automatically transition from 1 floor type to another including the following: Carpet Tile Hardwood Rugs Linoleum Laminate and more…	Your Roomba will automatically transition from 1 floor type to another including the following: Carpet Tile Hardwood Rugs Linoleum Laminate and more…

3-Stage Cleaning System – Both Roomba utilize this advanced cleaning technology:

Brushes agitate and loosen dirt and debris
Counter rotating brushes lift dirt and debris from the surface
Suction pull the dirt and debris into the bin

The spinning side brush aids in the cleaning along edges and in corners.

The Roomba 690 features Dirt Detect. Using acoustic sensors the Roomba can detect areas of more concentrated dirt and additional cleaning will be done in those areas.

Your Roomba is able to automatically adjust and transition to any floor type.

Roomba 650 In Action

Roomba 690 In Action

Roomba 650 vs 690
What’s in the Box: iRobot Roomba 650 Vacuum Home Base Charging Station (1) Auto Virtual Wall Barrier Extra Filter Owner’s Manual	What’s in the Box: iRobot Roomba 690 Vacuum Home Base Charging Station Line Cord (1) Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barrier Extra Filter Flat Cleaning Tool Owner’s Manual
. Retail: $~~395.00~~ Find BEST Price – Roomba 650 . Roomba 650 Certified Refurbished	. Retail: $~~395.00~~ Find BEST Price – Roomba 690 .