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Difference Between Roomba 960 and 880

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The iRobot Roomba 960 is a model between the 980 and 880. It is similar to the 980, such as supporting WiFi connection and having visual navigation and resume cleaning, but equipped with the Gen 2 motor that are used on the 880.
Below we will compare Roomba 960 and 880, and list some differences and similarities between them.

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Difference:

Cleaning Pattern
This is a big change and the biggest difference.
The iRobot Roomba 880 uses a random cleaning pattern like other older roomba models whereas the 960 cleans in a systematic way like the 980. The 880 might go over the same area again and again, and miss some other place. The 960 is “smarter”.

Mapping and Navigation
With a camera and new sensors, the 960 can continually create and update its map of the cleaning enironment and keep tracking its location.
Whereas the 880 do not feature these.

Resume Cleaning
The 960 can resume cleaning where it has not cleaned after self charging whereas the 880 does not feature the resume cleaning, it just automatically docks and recharges.

Entire Level Cleaning
With the new mapping, visual localization, and resume features, the 960 can clean an entire level automatically. Whereas the 880 needs the help of Virtual Wall Lighthouse Devices to clean multiple rooms (up to 3 rooms) with a 25 minute limit each room, it can not resume cleaning.

Home App
The Roomba 960 is WiFi connected robotic vacuum. iRobot offers a Home App, compatible with Android and iOS, lets you control the 960 via your smart phone.
Whereas the 880 does not support WiFi connection. BTW, it comes with a remote control.

Control Button
There is also design difference on the control buttons.
The Roomba 880 has 5 buttons on the control panel, they are in 2 lines. Whereas the 960 has only 3 control buttons – Clean, Home, and Spot. And they are in a line. Functions like the schedule cleaning are controlled via the Home App now.

Battery
The 960 comes with a 2130mah lithium ion battery. According to iRobot, it runs up to 75 minutes per charge.
Whereas the 880 comes with a 3000mah XLife advanced Ni-MH battery. The running time is near to the 960.

Similarities:
They are in round shape.
Feature Aero Force 3 stage cleaning system.
They use the same Gen 2 motor that provides 5x the air power compared to Roomba 600 and 700 series AeroVac systems.
Have 2 main dual counter rotating brushless extractors incorporate a rubber tread, 1 spinning side brush, dirt detection and spot cleaning function.
Integrated Home Base (100-240V/50HZ-60HZ).

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To learn more about the Roomba 960, you can download the manual from iRobot official website.
Here is the link – https://homesupport.irobot.com/euf/assets/images/faqs/roomba/960/manual/en-US.pdf
800 manual – https://homesupport.irobot.com/euf/assets/images/faqs/roomba/800/manual/en-US.pdf
If you know other difference between Roomba 960 and Roomba 880, please share below by commenting below.

Compare iRobot Roomba 980 vs 960 what’s the difference

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Comparing these 2 iRobot Roomba vacuum cleaners, we can find that the Roomba 960 looks very similar to the Roomba 980.
In fact, they have many similarities, such as using iAdapt 2.0 Navigation with Visual Localization, being able to self recharge and resume cleaning, clean multiple rooms, clean on a schedule, support iRobot HOME App, having cliff-detection sensors, etc.

However, they are not identical. The iRobot Roomba 960 is just like the lite version of 980.
Below are some differences between Roomba 980 and 960.

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Carpet Boost
The 980 has one new feature that the 960 does not have. It is the Carpet Boost.
According to iRobot, this enables the 980 to automatically increase power on carpets/rugs where dust and dirt hide.

Motor and Air Power
The 960 uses the same motor, Gen 2 motor, as the 860 and 880.
With the Gen 2 motor, the 960 generates up to 5x the air power compared to Roomba 600 and 700 series AeroVac systems.
Whereas the 980 features the new Gen 3 motor that is more powerful, it provides up to 10x the air power.

Battery and Run Time
The 960 comes with a 2130mah lithium-ion battery whereas the 980 uses 3300mah lithium-ion battery.
The 980 runs up to 120 minutes whereas the 960 runs up to 75 minutes.

Accessories
The 960 comes with only 1 Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barrier whereas the 980 comes with 2 Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barriers.

Price
The Roomba 980 is $200 more expensive than the Roomba 960.
On irobot.com, the 980 is priced at $899.99 versus $699.99 for the 960. (prices checked on 2017-03-09)

Color
The 960 is in black with silver whereas the main color of 980 is black with brown.

Weight
The 980 weighs 8.7 lbs versus 8.5 lbs on the 960.

If you know other difference between iRobot 960 and 980, please share below.

Hoover Air Lite vs Air Lift Deluxe what’s the difference?

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If you are deciding between Hoover Air Lift Deluxe and Hoover Air Lite, the Lift Canister might be one thing you should take into consideration.

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The biggest difference between them is the Hoover Air Lift Deluxe features detachable lift canister that allows you to turn it from an upright into a lift canister to vacuum stairs and other places, whereas the Hoover Air Lite cannot be transformed into a lift canister.

Weight
The Air Lift Deluxe is much heavier, it weighs over 17 pounds whereas the Air Lite weighs less than 13 pounds.

Hose Length
The Air Lift Deluxe has a hose length of 9.5 ft. versus 12 ft. on the Air Lite.

Above Floor Cleaning Reach
The Air Lift Deluxe can reach up to 11 ft. for above floor cleaning whereas the Air Lite can reach up to 14 ft.

Nozzle Width
The Air Lift Deluxe has a nozzle width of 11-inch versus 12-inch on the Air Lite.

Included Tools
The Air Lift Deluxe comes with an Air Powered Hand Tool, Crevice Tool, Pet Upholstery Tool, and Pivoting Dusting Brush whereas the Air Lite includes a Dusting and Crevice 2-in-1 Tool, a Crevice Tool, and a Dusting Brush.

Similarities:
Both are corded but no automatic cord rewind.
They are Bagless.
Both of them has HEPA filtration.
Feature swivel head.
Motorized Brushroll with brush off control, 11 amps motor.
Automatic carpet height adjustment.
Carry 5 year limited warranty.
30-foot power cord.
WindTunnel 3 Technology creates 3 channels of suction to lift and remove dirt.

You can learn more by reading manuals:
Hoover Air Lift Deluxe User Guide – https://hoover.com/file/1918/
Hoover Air Lite Manual – https://hoover.com/file/1941/

You can also share your review below if you have any experience on these 2 Hoover bagless vacuum cleaners.

Hoover Air Lite vs Hoover Air Steerable what’s the difference?

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These 2 Hoover upright vacuum cleaners are similar, such as featuring motorized brushroll with shutoff and automatic height adjustment.

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The distinct difference I can find is the design of the hose. It makes using the tools different.
The Hoover Air Steerable UH72400 hose and grip handle are connected together to make up the Hose/Handle assembly part, no matter how you use the vacuum – with the nozzle or using the wand/tools, the hose and handle are connected together. This does not require you to bend down to remove the hose from the vacuum bottom to use the wand/tools.
As for the Hoover Air Lite UH72460, its hose does not connect to the grip handle while using the nozzle to vacuum floor, and when you want to use the tools, you have to bend down to detach the hose from the nozzle.
So, as for vacuuming with tools, the Air Steerable UH72400 should be more convenient.

Some tiny differences are the weight and the nozzle width.
The UH72400 weighs 13.0 pounds whereas the UH72460 weighs 12.7 pounds.
The UH72400 has a nozzle width of 12.5 inches versus 12.0 inches on the UH72460.
There is also price difference. List price of the UH72400 is $189.99 whereas the UH72460 is $149.99, at hoover.com on February 5, 2017.

Apart from the above things, they are similar.
They are backed by a 5 year limited warranty.
30 ft. power cord.
Reusable, rinsable filter and HEPA filtration.
Bagless and bottom-release dust cup.
WindTunnel 3 Technology lifts and removes embedded dirt.
14 ft. above floor reach.
Steerable design.
11 Amps motor.

If you know other difference between Hoover Air Lite UH72460 and Hoover Air Steerable UH72400, please share below.

Compare Dyson Ball Compact vs Small Ball what’s the difference?

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Both of these 2 Dyson upright vacuum cleaners are small and lightweight, they are lighter to carry up/down stairs and around your home, and save more storage space than a Dyson’s full size upright vacuum such as the Dyson Ball and Cinetic Big Ball. But with less suction power, smaller dust cup.

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They are similar but not identical to each other.

Difference

Suction Power
The Ball Compact has a suction power of 128AW versus 150AW on the Small Ball.

Weight
Both are light, the Ball Compact weighs 11.6 lbs whereas the Small Ball weighs 12.15 lbs.

Cord Length
The Ball Compact has a cord length of 25ft. versus 31ft. on the Small Ball.

Dimensions
Ball Compact dimensions are 30.1″ x 11″ x 13.9″.
Small Ball dimensions are 31.8″ x 11.0″ x 14.1″ .

Handle
The handle on the Small Ball is detachable whereas the Ball Compact handle is not removable.

Suction Control
The Small Ball has a suction control slider on the cleaner head whereas the Ball Compact has no suction control.

Filtration
The Ball Compact features Whole-machine HEPA filtration whereas the Small Ball does not feature HEPA filtration.

Similarities:
Two tiers of cyclones increase airflow for powerful suction and capture fine dust.
Washable lifetime filter.
0.21 gallon bin capacity.
Self-adjusting cleaner head adjusts between carpeted surfaces and hard floors automatically.
Extendable handle collapsed for compact storage.
One button press to empty bin.
Backed by 5 year limited warranty.
ON/OFF button is located on body of the vacuum.

If you are an allergy sufferer, the HEPA filter might be the biggest thing you want to take into consideration, the Ball Compact should be better since it has Whole-machine HEPA filtration.