Neato D8 cleans all floor types, this feature comes in handy, since different rooms inside your home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is advertised as being able to clean all types of floors, it implies that the vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean a wide range of flooring materials without much limitations.
Shark EZ aslo cleans all floor types, meaning it is designed to be versatile, providing best cleaning results on either hard floors or carpets found in most homes. A vacuum's ability to create a map of its cleaning space is one of the commonly asked-for features. The map it creates allows the robot to "understand" the layout of the space.
Mapping and navigation can be used for different situations, e.g. the Neato D8 having the mapping feature can provide efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas keeping out of those that are not. Neato D8 has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's route, this allwos it to navigate around them and avoid collisions.
Also, the Shark EZ has an obstacle sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a comprehensive understanding of its environment, making it possible to navigate around furniture, walls, and other objects when cleaning a room and avoiding damage to both the robot and its obstacles. No-go zones is a feature found on many advanced robot vacuum cleaners and Neato D8 supports this feature. These zones are basicaaly digital boundaries or restricted spaces that you can set up to prevent the robot from entering 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 integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands. Neato D8 is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to control it using voice commands via Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app found on smartphones and tablets. Neato D8 has 3 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes supported by robot vacuum cleaners can vary 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 challenges. The Neato D8 has a period of 1 year, warranty periods for robot vacuums typically range from 1 year to 2 years, however some higher-end brands may offer longer warranties. The 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 important to read and understand the warranty terms and conditions, alongside any limitations or exclusions that may apply. The 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 washed to keep up the vacuum's performance. Shark EZ comes with washable filters, the advantage of washable filters is that they reusable multiple times, reducing costs of replacing disposable filters, plus it's also good environmentally.
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. The Shark EZ, at 0.2L
carries less dirt than the Neato D8 by only 0.5L
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among different robot vacuum models, and the capcity 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 alert 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 portability.
The 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 robot vacuum when getting a model, and that's if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
Neato D8 has a width of 330mm, often referred to as its cleaning path width, refers to the width of the area that the robot vacuum can properly clean in one go. The width of a robot vacuum is important as it can affect its efficiency and the time it takes to clean a space
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 considering the measurement from the bottom to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with low clearance in your home.
Shark EZ, at 89mm
measures less in height than the Neato D8 with a difference of 11mm. When choosing a robot vacuum, ensure that the robot vacuum can go 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 typically 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 with a difference of
A bigger capacity usually means longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large space or if you prefer the robot vacuum to complete operations with less 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 with a difference of 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. The 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, since it determines how long you'll need to wait before the vacuum begins its next cleaning cycle.
Neato D8 has a dirt sensor, dirt sensors are designed to detect the availability of dirt, dust, or debris in the space being cleaned and can be used to adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during cleaning cycle. Neato D8 has carpet detection, which allows the vacuum to identify and adapt to all kinds of floor surfaces, specifically recognizing when it moves from hard floors like hardwood to carpets. Neato D8 supports a smartphone app, through which you can control and monitor the vacuum without getting to it physically but through your smartphone or tablet.
Both the Shark EZ and Neato D8 have mobile application support, this enhances 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 during cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the Neato D8 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature varies 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 eliminate the chances of getting stuck while cleaning. These virtual barriers are set up and controlled 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 while cleaning. Both Neato D8 and Shark EZ support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is especially useful for spaces with areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck.
Neato D8 has a route mapping feature which enables it to generate a map of your space and schedule efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability improves the vacuum's ability to clean effectively and systematically. Route mapping is a valuable feature as it makes it possible for robot vacuums such as the Shark EZ to adapt to the layout of your space to clean more efficiently and reduce the chance of missing certain spots.
Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that refers to the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when certain 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 ensures 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 intended to prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, ensuring its safety while cleaning. This safety feature that is also available on the Shark EZ is key in mitigating accidents and protecting the robot vacuum from damage. It gives you peace of mind knowing that the vacuum will not fall off a ledge during its cleaning cycle.
Neato D8 has this convenient feature, which enables you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start working. The scheduling feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in keeping a consistently clean home without the need for manual intervention. Shark EZ too allows scheduling.
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 enhances the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum use, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
