Neato D8 cleans all floor types, this comes in handy, as different rooms within a home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum cleaner is stated as being able to clean all types of floors, it implies that the robot vacuum is designed and equipped to clean flooring materials without much limitations.
Shark EZ can also clean all floor types, meaning it is built to be versatile, giving best cleaning results on either hard floors or carpets found in most homes. A vacuum's ability to generate a digital map of its cleaning area is one of the commonly asked-for features. The map it creates allows the robot to "understand" the layout of the desired space.
This can be used for different situations, e.g. the Neato D8 having the mapping feature can dedicate efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas without accessing those that are not. Neato D8 has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's route, allowing it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions.
Also, the Shark EZ has this sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a better understanding of its environment, enabling it to navigate around furniture, walls, and other objects when cleaning a room thus avoiding damage to both the robot and its obstacles. No-go zones is a feature found on many robot vacuum cleaners and the Neato D8 supports this feature. These zones are essentially digital boundaries or restricted spaces that you can set up preventing the robot from accessing specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle.
Most modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the Neato D8 are designed to work with Amazon Alexa, which means that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands. The Neato D8 is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to control it using voice commands through Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app installed on smartphones and tablets. Neato D8 has 3 cleaning modes, the cleaning modes supported by robot vacuum cleaners varies depending on the design of the robot vacuum.
The Shark EZ, having only 3
has the same number of cleaning modes as the Neato D8
Robot vacuum manufacturers offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to various cleaning surfaces. The Neato D8 has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 year to 2 years, but some higher-end brands may give longer warranty periods. Shark EZ, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Neato D8.
When thinking of buying a robot vacuum cleaner, it's essential to read and understand the warranty terms and conditions, as well as any limitations or exclusions that may apply. Neato D8 has washable filters, these are designed to capture dust, dirt, and fine particles during the cleaning process and can be easily removed and cleaned to maintain the vacuum's performance. Shark EZ comes with washable filters, the good thing about washable filters is that they reusable multiple times, reducing costs of replacing disposable filters, plus it's also good for the environment.
The Neato D8's dustbin capacity is at 0.7L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, debris, and pet hair the vacuum holds before it requires to be emptied. Shark EZ, at 0.2L
carries less dirt than the Neato D8 with a difference of only 0.5L
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among different robot vacuum models, and the size you choose should be based on your cleaning needs and the size of the area you want to clean. Many robot vacuum cleaners are equipped with sensors and indicators to notify users when the dirt collection container is full and needs to be emptied.
Neato D8 supports this feature, which prevents the robot vacuum from getting clogged thus performance will be maintained as soon as the bin is emptied. Shark EZ also can indicate when its dustbin is full, for a robot vacuum to indicate that it's full can improve the convenience of owning one since it reduces the need for constant monitoring. Neato D8 weighs 4.7kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and carrying around.
Shark EZ, at 2.8kg
is lighter than the Neato D8 with a difference of 1.9kg. It's advisable to consider the weight of the vacuum when choosing a model, and that's if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
Neato D8 has a width of 330mm, aslo known as its cleaning path width, is the width of the area that the robot vacuum can properly clean in one go. The width of a robot vacuum is key as it can affect its efficiency and the duration it takes to clean a room
Shark EZ, at 340mm
measures more in width than the Neato D8 by 10mm.
A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room. Neato D8's height measures 100mm, here you are looking at the measurement from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with limited clearance in your home.
The Shark EZ, at 89mm
measures less in height than the Neato D8 with a difference of 11mm. When selecting a robot vacuum, make sure that the robot vacuum can fit under the furniture and navigate effectively in your living space without getting stuck or causing damage. The battery power of a robot vacuum cleaner is a crucial factor that determines how long the vacuum can operate on a single charge.
It is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Neato D8's battery power is 2,100mAh
The Shark EZ, at mAh2,450
has more battery power than the Neato D8 by
A bigger capacity usually means longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large home or if you would like the robot vacuum to complete cleaning cycles without frequent interruptions to recharge. The operating time of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the amount of time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single charge before it needs to return to its charging dock for recharging. Neato D8's operating time is 1.7h
Shark EZ, at 2.4h
lasts more than the Neato D8 by 0.7h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals.
Neato D8 has a charge time of 3h, the charge time of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the amount of time it takes for the vacuum's battery to recharge fully after it has been depleted during a cleaning cycle. Shark EZ, at 3.3h
charges for longer than the Neato D8 by 0.3h. Charge time is an important factor to consider when choosing a robot vacuum, as it determines how long you'll need to wait before the vacuum is ready for its next cleaning cycle.
Neato D8 has a dirt sensor, these are designed to detect the availability of dirt, dust, or debris in the room being cleaned and based on their readings adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during cleaning cycle. Neato D8 has carpet detection, which allows the vacuum to identify and adjust to different floor surfaces, specifically recognizing when it moves from hard floors like hardwood to carpeted areas. Neato D8 supports a smartphone app, through which you can control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet.
Both the Shark EZ and Neato D8 have mobile application support, mobile apps enhance your experience by providing convenience, and ease update of features and functionalities. This feature in robot vacuum cleaners is designed to reduce the chance of the robot vacuum getting stuck while cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the Neato D8 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting stuck, but the effectiveness of this feature can vary among different models.
Both the Shark EZ and Neato D8 have the "anti-stuck" feature, however clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums helps to further reduce the chances of becoming stuck during cleaning. Virtual barriers are typically set up and managed through the robot vacuum's mobile app, similar to no-go zones, these barriers are designed to help you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go during cleaning. Both Neato D8 and Shark EZ support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is especially useful for spaces with areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles.
Neato D8 has a route mapping feature that enables it to create a map of your space and plan efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability improves the vacuum's ability to clean effectively and systematically. Route mapping is an important feature as it makes it possible for robot vacuums such as the Shark EZ to adapt to the layout of your space to work more efficiently and minimize the risk of missing certain spots.
Auto-docking is a feature that indicates the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Shark EZ and Neato D8 support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it makes sure that the robot vacuum maintains its charge and readiness for cleaning without requiring manual intervention. Most robot vacuum cleaners such as Neato D8 come having an "cliff detection" feature.
This feature is designed to prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, hence its safety while cleaning. This safety feature that is also available on the Shark EZ is key in avoiding accidents and keeping the robot vacuum from damage. It gives you peace of mind knowing that the vacuum will not fall down a flight of stairs during its cleaning cycle.
Neato D8 has this convenient feature, which enables you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start cleaning your home. This feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in maintaining a consistently clean home with little or no manual intervention. Shark EZ too can be scheduled.
Neato D8 supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi-enabled robot vacuums offer several advantages and features, such as remote control, mobile app integration, voice assistant compatibility, and remote monitoring. Also, Shark EZ supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
