Roomba 692: Simple Cleaning Robot with Wi-Fi Connectivity and Dirt Sensor
This Roomba 692 review is dedicated to the affordable robotic cleaner from iRobot's Roomba line. It's compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant and has a full suite of advanced sensors that ensure smart navigation.
Dimensions
The Roomba 692 is compact, being 3.94 inches in height, 13.39 inches in width, and 15.35 inches in depth. It has a decent level of maneuverability. The charging station occupies very little space. The dustbin can accommodate 0.35 liters of trash. The total weight of the unit is 7.54 lbs.
Features
Although the cleaner is advertised as universal for any surface, it does its best job at cleaning bare floors. Its main brush is a bristle-style brushroll that cannot come in close contact with the carpet's piles. In addition, it has a fairly weak maximum suction level of only 600 Pa. That is why this cleaner struggles to suck in all the dust from the carpet and doesn't pick up all the long hair. Debris, like cereal or rice, is sucked in with ease. The cleaner adjusts the suction level automatically thanks to the dirt sensor.
Of course, the Roomba 692 mapping feature would make this cleaner a more attractive option, but, unlike the Roomba 960, this model doesn't have the ability to create and store maps in its memory. Its navigation system works the next way: the cleaner just moves the room floor using a preset pattern until it bumps into a wall or an object.
The battery runs for 90 minutes (and needs about 110 minutes to charge in full). It will be enough for a few cleaning cycles. You can monitor the charge level via the iRobot Home app on your phone.
Setting up the 692 Roomba is very easy as it requires no assembly. Simply plug it into its docking station, and the cleaner is ready to go. However, when it comes to maintenance, the bot appears to be tricky. You need to regularly clean the brushes and their bearings from hair (as well as the wheels) and clean the filter (it also should be replaced every two months). The side brush should be changed every few months.
This model provides everything to ensure quality vacuuming on bare floors, except for some modern features. This way, it can be estimated at 8 out of 10.
Design
The Roomba 692 is well-built. It's made of dense plastic that gives a premium feel and has a black body with a round silver Roomba logo on the top and rounded edges. The unit drives with the help of two rubber wheels. Inside, it has a dustbin made of matte plastic that feels a bit flimsy.
There are 3 buttons on the unit's top panel: Clean, Spot mode, and Home. The Clean button is illuminated by an LED. During the charging process, it changes from amber to green when it's fully charged. This cleaner also has a carrying handle on the top to make moving the bot from room to room easier.
This unit's design is user-friendly, and the interface is simple. That is why it gets a 9/10 for the design.
Conclusion
This model is clearly designed for users on a tight budget. It has a good battery and an impressive cleaning performance on bare floors. So, on the final note of this iRobot Roomba 692 review, I can recommend this model for everyone who is on the market for a simple and budget-friendly robotic vac with simple functionality and satisfying cleaning performance.
