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Compare iRobot Roomba 614 and 675: What Are the Main Differences?
 Roomba 675 in Action(Photo Credits: iRobot) If you have decided to get an iRobot Roomba vacuuming robot so you may never have to manually vacuum your home again, and if you don't want to pay the higher prices of the top level Roombas, but still want to get a feature rich robot that will effectively and thoroughly clean your home, you might want to consider Roomba 614 or Roomba 675.
These two robots come with most of the important must-have features high quality vacuuming robots are expected to come with, without costing as much as the top Roomba robots. In this article, we will compare Roomba 614 with Roomba 675, so you may choose the robot that will respond best to your needs. Please note: If you want a detailed comparison of ALL the latest 2020/21 Romba robots offered by iRobot, please click: Comparing Latest Roomba Robots Offered by iRobot.
This article will compare the Roomba 614 and 675 robots.
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Comparing the Roomba 614 and 675 Robots
The following pictures show the Roomba 614 and 675 robots that will be compared below:
ROOMBA 614
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ROOMBA 675
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Detailed Comparison of the Roomba 614 and 675 Robots
The following table compares the iRobot Roomba 614 and 675 robots.
The (N.#) notation used in the table refers to the clarification notes provided following the table. Please read these notes carefully in order to understand better the features that come with each of these two robots.
The (N.#) notation used in the table refers to the clarification notes provided following the table. Please read these notes carefully in order to understand better the features that come with each of these two robots.
Explanation of Notes 1 to 13 from Comparison Table:
N. 1:
The iAdapt responsive cleaning technology composed of sophisticated software and sensors allows these two Roomba robots to clean more thoroughly the room, making multiple passes, avoiding stairs, getting under and around furniture, and cleaning along wall edges and corners. The low profile design of these robots allows cleaning under most furniture. They also automatically adjust to all floor types - carpet, tile, hardwood, laminate and more.
An important aspect of iAdapt technology is Dirt Detection: Both Roomba 614 and 675 are equipped with sensors which allow them to find dirtier areas and spend more time cleaning them. These patented Dirt Detect sensors alert these robots to work harder on concentrated areas of dirt, such as high-traffic zones of your home.
N. 2:
Both of these Roomba robots use a 3-stage vacuuming system:
N. 3:
Both robots use an AeroVac filter that handles quite adequately hair, pet fur, lint and carpet fuzz.
N. 4:
When Roomba 675 is connected via Wi-Fi to your smartphone, you can use the iRobot Home App for Android and iOS to invoke remotely operations (such as cleaning, scheduling, etc.).
N. 5:
Scheduling of Roomba 675 can be pre-set up to 7 times per week. The robot starts vacuuming as soon as the scheduled time is reached.
Note that there is no scheduling on Roomba 614.
N. 6:
When batteries run low, both Roomba robots return to their Home Base to dock and recharge.
N. 7:
Both robots are equipped with a Home button that can be pressed to force the robot to dock at its Home Base. Of course, the robot will also go automatically to its Home Base when battery runs low.
N. 8:
Both robots can be asked to spot clean. When spot clean is invoked, the robot will spiral approximately 3 feet in diameter and then spiral back to where it started for an intense, localized clean for those quick fixes.
N. 9:
Both robots use a Lithium Ion battery.
Lithium-Ion batteries are designed to provide longer cleaning sessions than Ni-Mh batteries, and they last longer before needing to be replaced.
Battery Run Times:
Both robots can run for up to 90 minutes before automatically docking and recharging.
Note that run times can vary extensively depending on the amount of work the robot has to do to clean the floors. That is because different types of carpets, different floor plans and different amounts of dirt may require different amounts of effort from the robot and hence different amounts of ''juice'' from the battery.
N. 10:
N. 11:
These two Roomba robots do not come with a virtuall wall unit to stop the robot from entering areas not to be cleaned.
However, both Roombs 614 and Roomba 675 are compatible with the Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barrier unit which is a little standalone device that is used to keep away the robot from rooms or areas it is not supposed to enter. If required, Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barriers can be obtained optionally (see Amazon products section below).
The following picture illustrates a Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barrier in action, protecting the area where the dog food is placed:
N. 1:
The iAdapt responsive cleaning technology composed of sophisticated software and sensors allows these two Roomba robots to clean more thoroughly the room, making multiple passes, avoiding stairs, getting under and around furniture, and cleaning along wall edges and corners. The low profile design of these robots allows cleaning under most furniture. They also automatically adjust to all floor types - carpet, tile, hardwood, laminate and more.
An important aspect of iAdapt technology is Dirt Detection: Both Roomba 614 and 675 are equipped with sensors which allow them to find dirtier areas and spend more time cleaning them. These patented Dirt Detect sensors alert these robots to work harder on concentrated areas of dirt, such as high-traffic zones of your home.
N. 2:
Both of these Roomba robots use a 3-stage vacuuming system:
- Counter-rotating dual multi-surface brushes (on both Roomba 614 and 675) work together to grab dust, dirt, and large debris to help thoroughly clean your floors. The first brush loosens, lifts, and pulls in dust, dirt, and hair from floors and in carpet, the second accelerates debris into the suction channel.
- A spinning edge-sweeping side brush cleans along wall edges. It is specially designed at a 27-degree angle to sweep debris away from edges and corners.
- Finally, an efficient vacuum pulls dirt and hair off the brushes and directs it into the bin.
N. 3:
Both robots use an AeroVac filter that handles quite adequately hair, pet fur, lint and carpet fuzz.
N. 4:
When Roomba 675 is connected via Wi-Fi to your smartphone, you can use the iRobot Home App for Android and iOS to invoke remotely operations (such as cleaning, scheduling, etc.).
N. 5:
Scheduling of Roomba 675 can be pre-set up to 7 times per week. The robot starts vacuuming as soon as the scheduled time is reached.
Note that there is no scheduling on Roomba 614.
N. 6:
When batteries run low, both Roomba robots return to their Home Base to dock and recharge.
N. 7:
Both robots are equipped with a Home button that can be pressed to force the robot to dock at its Home Base. Of course, the robot will also go automatically to its Home Base when battery runs low.
N. 8:
Both robots can be asked to spot clean. When spot clean is invoked, the robot will spiral approximately 3 feet in diameter and then spiral back to where it started for an intense, localized clean for those quick fixes.
N. 9:
Both robots use a Lithium Ion battery.
Lithium-Ion batteries are designed to provide longer cleaning sessions than Ni-Mh batteries, and they last longer before needing to be replaced.
Battery Run Times:
Both robots can run for up to 90 minutes before automatically docking and recharging.
Note that run times can vary extensively depending on the amount of work the robot has to do to clean the floors. That is because different types of carpets, different floor plans and different amounts of dirt may require different amounts of effort from the robot and hence different amounts of ''juice'' from the battery.
N. 10:
- Roomba 675 can be remotely controlled from your smartphone or tablet using the iRobot Home App. No explicit Remote-Control device is provided.
- No Remote-Control device is included in the purchase of a Roomba 614.
N. 11:
These two Roomba robots do not come with a virtuall wall unit to stop the robot from entering areas not to be cleaned.
However, both Roombs 614 and Roomba 675 are compatible with the Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barrier unit which is a little standalone device that is used to keep away the robot from rooms or areas it is not supposed to enter. If required, Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barriers can be obtained optionally (see Amazon products section below).
The following picture illustrates a Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barrier in action, protecting the area where the dog food is placed:
(Photo Credits: iRobot)
N. 12:
The "d" in the dimensions refers to the diameter, and "h" to the height of the unit. All measurements are in inches.
N. 13:
The 1-year limited warranty is on the robot. There is also a 6-month warranty on the battery.
N. 12:
The "d" in the dimensions refers to the diameter, and "h" to the height of the unit. All measurements are in inches.
N. 13:
The 1-year limited warranty is on the robot. There is also a 6-month warranty on the battery.
So which Roomba should you get?
Roomba robots are high quality products as shown by the average rating of at least 4 stars (out of 5 stars) each of the Roomba robots considered here had received from Amazon customers at the time this article was written. So, you will probably be quite happy with either robot.
As the two robots considered here both belong to the 600 series Roomba robots, their features are similar. But as the above comparison table shows, Roomba 675 and 614 come with a couple of important differences:
As the two robots considered here both belong to the 600 series Roomba robots, their features are similar. But as the above comparison table shows, Roomba 675 and 614 come with a couple of important differences:
- Roomba 675 supports Wi-Fi, while Roomba 614 does not. Therefore, you can control your Roomba 675 using your smartphone or tablet.
If you need to control Roomba 614 remotely, you will need to obtain separately a Remote Control device (see Amazon Products section below). - Roomba 675 allows scheduling, while Roomba 614 does not. You will need to start Roomba 614 manually when you want to use it.
Roomba 614 and Roomba 675 Robots on Amazon
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Roomba 614 |
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Authentic Roomba Replenishment Kits on Amazon
Accessories and replacement parts manufactured by 3rd parties may have a negative impact on product performance and can cause damage to your robot. Always ensure that replacement parts such as batteries, filters, and brushes are Authentic iRobot Parts. Note also that the use of 3rd party replacement parts could void your robot's warranty.
Please click the images below to see price information or to purchase.
Please click the images below to see price information or to purchase.
Authentic Roomba
600 Series
Replenishment Kit
Optional Remote-Control Device for Roomba 614 or 675
Optional Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barrier for Roomba 614 and 675
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