The Google Nest Thermostat is ideal for users looking to optimize their home's energy consumption and climate control, while the iRobot Roomba j7+ is better suited for those seeking automated floor cleaning with advanced obstacle avoidance.
| Attribute | Google Nest Thermostat (Latest Version) | iRobot Roomba j7+ |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Google Nest Thermostat (Latest Version) | iRobot Roomba j7+ |
| Energy Efficiency/Savings | Saves an average of 12% on heating bills and 15% on cooling bills. Saved over 100 billion kWh of energy. Features include Seasonal Savings, Savings Finder, and Eco temperature setting. Qualifies for energy efficiency rebates. | Not available |
| Smart Home Ecosystem Compatibility | Works with Philips Hue, Amazon Echo, Google Home, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit. Matter-certified for compatibility with other smart home apps. Can be controlled with Alexa. | Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Learning and Automation Capabilities | Learns your preferences and automatically creates a schedule. Smart Schedule learns the temperatures you like and when you like them. Uses AI to create personalized, energy-saving temperature schedules. Adapts to your patterns and weather conditions. | Uses iRobot Genius to learn cleaning habits and offer personalized suggestions. Suggests cleaning schedules based on remembered room preferences and cleaning times. Starts cleaning automatically when you leave home and stops when you return. Identifies and avoids obstacles. |
| Remote Control and Monitoring | Can be controlled from anywhere using the Google Home app. Temperature can be changed directly from your Pixel Watch. | Controlled and monitored remotely via the iRobot Home App. Allows users to direct the robot to clean specific areas or rooms. Sends a photo to the iRobot Home App when it identifies a hazard or obstacle, allowing users to provide feedback. |
| Installation Difficulty | Designed for self-installation in 40 minutes or less using the Google Home app. Professional installation is also available. | Requires little to no setup to get started cleaning. |
| User Interface/App Usability | Controlled using the Google Home app with an easy-to-touch layout, temperature wheel, and shortcuts for heating/cooling modes, sensors, fan settings, schedules, and the energy dashboard. | The iRobot app is user-friendly, with a 3D image of the robot on the main screen. It allows for scheduling and map editing. |
| Scheduling Features | Quick Schedule in the Google Home app allows setting custom temperatures at different times and on different days. Auto-Schedule creates a dynamic, comfortable schedule personalized to you and your home. | Imprint Smart Mapping allows users to control and schedule which rooms are cleaned and when. Customizable Keep Out Zones and Clean Zones allow users to specify areas to avoid or clean. Allows cleaning individual rooms multiple times. |
| Voice Control Functionality | Can be controlled with your voice using Google Assistant or other Matter-certified voice assistants. Requires a compatible device. | Controlled using voice commands through Amazon Alexa or Google Home. iRobot OS understands approximately 600 Alexa and Google Assistant commands. Can use voice commands to clean specific areas. |
| Maintenance Requirements | System Health Monitor alerts you if something needs attention. Sends an alert when it's time to change your air filter, based on actual use. | Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal system empties dirt and debris automatically for up to 60 days. Filter should be replaced every two months. Side brush should be cleaned of any stuck-on debris once a month. Front caster wheel should be cleared of any tangled hair or debris every two weeks. Sensors and charging contacts should be wiped clean every two weeks. |
| Navigation Technology | Uses sliding and tapping as the input method. | Uses PrecisionVision Navigation to identify and avoid obstacles. Uses a front-facing camera and LED spotlight for hazard detection. Imprint Smart Mapping technology allows the robot to learn, map, and adapt to your home. |
| Obstacle Avoidance | Not applicable. | Recognizes and avoids common objects like cords, pet waste, socks, and shoes. Trained to recognize cords, headphones, and pet waste. Offers a 'Pet Owner Official Promise' to replace any Roomba j7+ that fails to avoid solid pet waste. |
| Battery Life/Run Time | Not specified, designed to work without a common (C) wire in most homes. | Expected to run for 75 minutes before needing to recharge. |
| Price | Not available | Not available |
| Ratings | Not available | Not available |