Consumer Score
In comparison:
iRobot Roomba 690 ranks #43 out of 89.
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7.8
Good
Consumer Score
In comparison:
Roomba i7 Plus ranks #10 out of 89. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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8.7
Great
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Neither iRobot Roomba 690 nor Roomba i7 Plus were recommended by experts this month

On 4 Mar 2024 (25 days ago) we went through 66 Robotic Vacuum expert endorsements , however neither iRobot Roomba 690 nor Roomba i7 Plus were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Robotic Vacuum received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at iRobot Roomba s9+ or other critically acclaimed Robotic Vacuums of this month.

For reference, iRobot Roomba s9+ received 4 endorsements this month, from Good Housekeeping (7 Dec 2023), Business Insider (11 Jul 2023) Modern Castle (16 Feb 2024) and 1 other.

Rank Change Price Robotic Vacuum
Good Housekeeping
WIRED
Wirecutter
PCMag
Business Insider
Modern Castle
The Strategist
Rtings.com
HGTV
Consumer Reports
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iRobot Roomba s9+
The iRobot Roomba s9+ is a highly advanced and customizable robot vacuum that provides deep cleaning performance on both carpets and hard floors, making it an excellent choice for pet owners and those with complex room layouts.
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iRobot Roomba 690
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N/A N/A $562
Roomba i7 Plus
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Customers like Roomba i7 Plus noticeably more

At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.

iRobot Roomba 690
Roomba i7 Plus
Consumer score (CS) is a normalized computed representation of customers' sentiment towards a product.
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.

Roomba i7 Plus, the pricier option, tends to get more favorable reviews than iRobot Roomba 690.

As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling robotic vacuum receives a consumer score of 7.6 (good). Both iRobot Roomba 690 and Roomba i7 Plus receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.

iRobot Roomba 690
In comparison:
iRobot Roomba 690 ranks #43 out of 89.
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7.8
Good
Roomba i7 Plus
In comparison:
Roomba i7 Plus ranks #10 out of 89. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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8.7
Great
Median best-selling Robotic Vacuum
In comparison:
Bissell EV675 ranks #45 out of 89.
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7.6
Good





Roomba i7 Plus is more popular than iRobot Roomba 690

It's fairly safe to say that Roomba i7 Plus is a more popular robotic vacuum than iRobot Roomba 690, based on its 10,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.


To consider

Customers who view iRobot Roomba 690 and Roomba i7 Plus often consider Roborock Q5 Plus, a cheaper option.
Table: Top compared alternatives for iRobot Roomba 690 and Roomba i7 Plus
Roborock Q5 Plus $380
In comparison:
Roborock Q5 Plus ranks #18 out of 89. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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8.7
Great
2 expert recommendations Cheaper
iRobot Roomba j7+ $570
In comparison:
iRobot Roomba j7+ ranks #35 out of 89.
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7.9
Great
3 expert recommendations
iRobot Roomba s9+ $600
In comparison:
iRobot Roomba s9+ ranks #75 out of 89.
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6.0
Average
4 expert recommendations
iRobot Roomba 960 $580
In comparison:
iRobot Roomba 960 ranks #19 out of 89. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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8.5
Great
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, in Mar 2024 neither iRobot Roomba 690 nor Roomba i7 Plus were recommended by key experts who publish Robotic Vacuums recommendations.
Rank Change Price Robotic Vacuum
Good Housekeeping
WIRED
Wirecutter
PCMag
Business Insider
Modern Castle
The Strategist
Rtings.com
HGTV
Consumer Reports
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iRobot Roomba s9+
The iRobot Roomba s9+ is a highly advanced and customizable robot vacuum that provides deep cleaning performance on both carpets and hard floors, making it an excellent choice for pet owners and those with complex room layouts.
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Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni
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Roborock Q5
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iRobot Roomba j7+
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [8]

82
Total expert reviews: 8
  • with a score: 5
  • without a score: 3
Highest score by Modern Castle
94
Average score based on 8 reviews
82
Lowest score by Tom's Guide
70

Score distribution:

80-100
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0-20

Expert reviews [20]

83
Total expert reviews: 20
  • with a score: 9
  • without a score: 11
Highest score by Modern Castle
98
Average score based on 20 reviews
83
Lowest score by Rtings.com
69

Score distribution:

80-100
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40-60
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0-20
From Seller:
  • Sleek, premium design complements your home décor; Includes 1 dual mode virtual wall barrier for more control over where your robot cleans
  • 3 stage cleaning system and dual multi surface brushes pick up everything from small particles to large debris
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From Seller:
  • ALWAYS GETTING SMARTER - Quality that lasts; Intelligence that grows; equipped with advanced hardware capable of providing the intelligent features you love today, and access to our latest advancements in the future
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Video Reviews Most popular unboxing/review videos.
No video reviews linked yet for iRobot Roomba 690.
Roomba i7+ Review - 6 Months Later
Very popular! 474K views!
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iRobot Roomba i7+ Robot Vacuum Review & TESTS w/ Clean Base vs i7 vs 980
Review by Vacuum Wars
Very popular! 444K views!
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Roomba j7+ - iRobot's Best Robot Vacuum Yet!!!
Review by Vacuum Wars
Very popular! 175K views!
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From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
EAN Numbers: 0885155000286, 0885155013194
UPC Numbers: 885155000286
Model Numbers: R690020
EAN Numbers: 0885155015709
UPC Numbers: 885155015709
General Info
Description
Cleans carpets and hard floors Comes with iRobot HOME App Dirt Detect sensors Cliff detect sensors
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Controls
Wifi / App Controlled Some robotic vacuums can be controlled by your smartphone through a mobile app, which is essentially a more advanced remote control. You are typically able to start/stop the vacuum’s cleaning, control ... Show more
Yes
iRobot HOME app
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Remote Control Remote controls typically enable you to start and stop the cleaning process and/or direct the vacuum’s movements to specific areas in the home. A remote control is an added convenience for those who w ... Show more
No
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Auto Scheduling Feature Auto scheduling allows you to program the vacuum to a cleaning schedule (daily, every other day, weekly, etc.), where it turns on and cleans automatically at a set time. Otherwise, you have to manuall ... Show more
Yes
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Battery
Battery Life Battery life indicates the maximum amount of time a vacuum can run on one charge. On average, robot vacuum batteries last around 1.5 hours, with higher end options getting up to two hours on a full ch ... Show more
1 hour
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Continues Cleaning Once Recharged When a vacuum’s battery dies, one of two things can happen: 1) the vacuum starts over cleaning without any memory of what it cleaned before the battery died, or 2) the vacuum will resume cleaning from ... Show more
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Cleaning
Floor Type Different robot vacuums are made for different floor types based on the cleaning mechanism within the device, which can include a brush, a mop, or both. Robot vacuums with large brushes are best for c ... Show more
  • Hardwood
  • Tile
  • Thin carpet
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Brush Type Most vacuums use brushes to pick up debris, since suction alone isn’t usually enough to effectively clean (especially on rough surfaces like carpet). These brush rolls can have different brush types, ... Show more
Dual Multi-Surface Brushes
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HEPA Filter HEPA filters help limit the allergens that get into the air when you vacuum. If you suffer from allergies, choosing a vacuum with a HEPA filter is a must. Note that HEPA filters do wear down over time ... Show more
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Suitable for Pets The ability to pick up pet hair is a feature that will be explicitly noted in the vacuum’s specifications. If you have pets, it’s imperative that you choose a vacuum that’s equipped for picking up pet ... Show more
No
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Physical Features
Dimensions When it comes to size for robot vacuums, pay particular attention to the height measurement. If the device is too tall, it won’t fit under beds, dressers, couches, and other furniture to clean in the ... Show more
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Weight

7.8 lbs
 
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Premium Features e.g. Disinfection, odor control, phone notifications
Voice-activated control
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Accessories Included What is included on the package?
  • Home Base Charging Station
  • 1 Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barrier (2 AA Batteries Included)
  • 1 Extra Filter
  • 1 Flat Cleaning Tool
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iRobot Roomba 690 is a very popular option on the higher end of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling robotic vacuums and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Shark IQ Robot XL RV2502AE or Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo 930 .

iRobot Roomba 690 was released in 2017. We don't know any robotic vacuums that are newer on the market.

iRobot Roomba 690 is $50.01 more expensive than the average robotic vacuum ($369.99).

Roomba i7 Plus is a very popular and one of the more expensive options. It's in the top 3 bestselling robotic vacuums and has many popular alternatives in the same price range, such as iRobot Roomba j7 Plus or iRobot Roomba j7+ .

Roomba i7 Plus is $192.01 more expensive than an average robotic vacuum ($369.99).

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