The iRobot Roomba 694 vacuum cleaners are portable, smart home devices that make cleaning stress-free and more efficient with advanced features. One of the notable features of the Roomba 694 is its WiFi connectivity, but there are times when you may not have access to the internet. Is it possible to use the iRobot Roomba 694 without connecting to WiFi?

A Roomba 694 can clean without connecting to WiFi. According to the manufacturer, iRobot, users may never have to use their Roomba vacuum cleaners with WiFi. However, using a Roomba 694 without an internet connection only allows access to certain functions.

What else do you need to know about the WiFi connectivity feature of the Roomba 694? Read on to learn more about how the Roomba 694 works offline and while connected to the internet.

Does Roomba 694 only work with WiFi?

It is easy to assume that the Roomba 694 works only when connected because of the volume attached to the connectivity feature. However, that is not the case, as the lack of internet connection does not stop the Roomba 694 from working.

Your Roomba 694 will run manually when you press the command buttons that communicate your intention on the device. However, you can only access the following features when operating it without an internet connection;

  • Clean: This feature allows the Roomba 694 to clean the whole room.Spot Clean: This feature prompts the Roomba 694 to do a more thorough cleaning in a specific location.Home: This feature allows you to control the Roomba 694 to return to its base.

Before using the Roomba 694 offline, you must have configured the settings earlier over an internet connection. Also, note that during manual operation, the device will not return home if started at other places apart from its charging base. Ensure that you wake the Roomba 694 at its base so it can return when you press the home button. 

The Roomba 694 vacuum cleaner is a high-performance device, but operating it offline will not allow you to access some of its remote and convenient features.

Features That Work When You Connect Your Roomba 694 To Wifi

The offline operation of a Roomba 694 is limited. It can only perform rigid operations and cannot be controlled remotely. Other features will only work when you connect it to the internet.

See some of the things you will enjoy when your Roomba 694 is connected to the internet below;

  • Connecting to WiFi allows you to connect Roomba to Alexa for voice commandsYou can set your preferences and save such settings for subsequent uses on a connected RoombaPast cleaning reports are accessible when you use Roomba 694 with a WiFiYou can create, edit, delete and view cleaning scheduled when your Roomba 694 is connected to the internet

The smart functions of the Roomba 694 ensure your convenience and allow you to manage the Roomba vacuum cleaner more efficiently. You can access them by connecting your Roomba to WiFi. Check how to do that below.

How To Connect Your Roomba 694 To The Wifi

A Roomba 694 is easy to connect to the internet. The steps below will help you achieve that in less than 2 minutes. 

Download And Install Irobot On Your Smartphone

It is non-negotiable to have the iRobot Home App on your mobile device. Download the app on your apple store or play store using iOS 11 devices and higher or Android 7.0 phones and higher, respectively.

Open The Irobot App And Click “Add A Robot”

After installing the iRobot Home app, create an account or sign in to begin the WiFi connection process, then select “add a robot”.

Select Your Roomba Series

You will be asked to identify which Roomba vacuum cleaner you are adding. Select, then follow through with the prompts.

Rename your Roomba

The next step is to name your Roomba. Edit “Roomba” to suit your preferred name for the vacuum cleaner, then continue the settings.

Enter our WiFi Password

Here, you will be asked to connect your Roomba to the available WiFi network. Ensure it is a 2.4GHz network before proceeding. If not, change the WiFi network first. 

Switch The Device On And Activate Its Internal Wifi

The next thing to do is switch your Roomba on. You will find the power button when you open its lid. 

  • Switch the Roomba on and press the clean button to wake the device.Open the lid again and press the RESET button. You should hear a beep after the action. Close the lid and Go back to the app

Hopefully, by now, you’re connected!

Confirm That You Have Pressed The Required Button

Tick the box with the ” I pressed the button” description on the iRobot Home app to confirm you have followed the instructions, then tap “Continue”

Connect the Roomba to your WiFi

Tap on Join to connect your Roomba to your mobile device’s WiFi. You should see “Connected” if the process is successful. 

If you follow through the steps above, your Roomba should be connected successfully to the WiFi now. However, if you have not succeeded in connecting the devices, click here for more information.

Conclusion 

Hope you found this article handy as a Roomba 694 owner? You can always enjoy your Roomba even when it is not connected to the internet, only that you will be missing out on some of its amazing features. Nevertheless, the Roomba 694 is an excellent smart device always ready to keep your home sparkling clean, offline, or connected.