Neato D8 cleans all floor types, this is essential, as different rooms inside a home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum is stated able to clean all floor types, it implies that the vacuum is designed and equipped to clean flooring materials without any significant issues.
Shark RV912S can also clean all floor types, meaning it is built to be adaptable, providing effective cleaning results on either hard floors or carpets found in most homes. A robot 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 keep a record of 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 keeping out of those that are not. Shark RV912S also has the mapping and navigation feature, navigation defines how the robot vacuum moves around the cleaning area.
Mapping and navigation often go hand in hand to help the vacuum navigate to the mapped-out areas to be cleaned leaving out those that aren't. Neato D8 has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's way, allowing it to navigate around them and avoid collisions. Also, the Shark RV912S has an obstacle 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 preventing damage to both the robot and its obstacles.
No-go zones is a feature found on many robot vacuum cleaners and Neato D8 supports this feature. These zones are essentially digital boundaries or restricted spaces that you can set up preventing the robot from entering specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle. The Shark RV912S also supports the no-go zones feature, such a feature is particularly useful in rooms where there are areas that you want to keep off-limits to the robot vacuum.
Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the Neato D8 are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which means that they can be integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands. The Shark RV912S can also work with Amazon Alexa, keep in mind that you will need an Alexa-enabled device such as an Echo speaker for voice control to work with Shark RV912S. Neato D8 is compatible with Google Assistant, allowing you to control it using voice commands via Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app installed on smartphones and tablets.
The Shark RV912S is compatible with Google Assistant, it's advised to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before purchasing a robot vacuum. The Neato D8 has 3 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes supported by robot vacuums can vary widely depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. The Shark RV912S, 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 different cleaning floors.
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. The Shark RV912S, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Neato D8. When considering a robot vacuum cleaner, it's important to read and understand the warranty terms and conditions, as well as 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 cleaned to keep up the vacuum's performance. Shark RV912S comes with washable filters, the good thing about washable filters is that they can be cleaned and reused 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 robot vacuum holds before it can be emptied.
Shark RV912S, at 0.7L
has the same dustbin capacity as the Neato D8
The dustbin capacity varies widely among 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. Most robot vacuum cleaners are equipped with sensors and indicators to alert users when the dustbin 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.
Neato D8 weighs 4.7kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and carrying around. The Shark RV912S, at 5.6kg
weighs more than the Neato D8 with a difference of 0.9kg. It's advisable to consider the weight of the robot vacuum when selecting a model, especially 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 important as it can affect its efficiency and the time it takes to clean a room
The Shark RV912S, at 330mm
has the same width as that of Neato D8. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, shortening 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 RV912S, at 83mm
measures less in height than the Neato D8 by 17mm. When choosing a robot vacuum, ensure 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 important as it determines how long the vacuum can operate on a single charge. Battery capacity is typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Neato D8's battery power is 2,100mAh
The operating time of the Neato D8 refers to the amount of time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single battery charge before it needs to return to its charging dock for recharging. Neato D8's operating time is 1.7h
Shark RV912S, at 2h
lasts more than the Neato D8 with a difference of 0.3h
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 RV912S, at 6h
charges for longer than the Neato D8 with a difference of 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 begins its next cleaning cycle.
Neato D8 has a dirt sensor, dirt sensors are designed to detect the concentration of dirt, dust, or debris in the room being cleaned and based on their readings adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during operation. Neato D8 has carpet detection, this enables the vacuum to detect and adjust to all kinds of floor surfaces, to be specific recognizing when it transitions from hard floors like hardwood to areas with carpets. Neato D8 supports a smartphone app, through which you can control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet.
Both the Shark RV912S and Neato D8 have mobile application support, this enhances the user 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 trapped during cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the Neato D8 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to navigate around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature can vary among different models.
Both the Shark RV912S and Neato D8 have the "anti-stuck" feature, but clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums can help further reduce the chances of becoming stuck while cleaning. Virtual barriers are set up and managed through the robot vacuum's mobile app, similar to no-go zones, these barriers are designed to enable you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go while cleaning. Both Neato D8 and Shark RV912S 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 generate a map of your home 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 RV912S to adapt to the layout of your home to work more efficiently and reduce the possibility 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 done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Shark RV912S 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 with little or no manual intervention. Most robot vacuum cleaners such as Neato D8 come having an "cliff detection" feature.
This feature is intended to save the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, ensuring its safety during operation. This safety feature that is also available on the Shark RV912S 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 off a ledge during its cleaning cycle.
Neato D8 has this convenient feature, which allows you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start cleaning your home. The scheduling feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in maintaining a consistently clean space without the need for manual intervention. Shark RV912S 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 RV912S supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
