Roborock Q7 Max Plus can clean all floor types, this feature comes in handy, as different rooms inside a home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum cleaner is stated able to clean all floor types, it implies that the vacuum is capable to clean a wide range of flooring materials without much significant issues.
The robot vacuum's ability to generate a digital map of its cleaning area is one of the commonly asked-for features. This map allows the robot to "understand" the layout of the space. Mapping and navigation can be used for several purposes, e.g.
the Roborock Q7 Max Plus having the mapping feature can dedicate efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas without accessing those that are not. Shark IQ AV1010AE also has the mapping and navigation feature, navigation states how the robot vacuum moves around the space. Mapping and navigation often go hand in hand to help the vacuum move to the mapped-out areas to be cleaned leaving out those that aren't.
Roborock Q7 Max Plus has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's path, allowing it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the Shark IQ AV1010AE has an obstacle sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a comprehensive understanding of its surroundings, making it possible 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 advanced robot vacuum cleaners and Roborock Q7 Max Plus 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. Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the Roborock Q7 Max Plus are designed to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands. Shark IQ AV1010AE can also work with Amazon Alexa, keep in mind that you will require an Alexa-enabled device such as an Echo speaker for voice control to work with Shark IQ AV1010AE.
Roborock Q7 Max Plus is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to control it using voice commands through Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app found on smartphones and tablets. The Shark IQ AV1010AE is compatible with Google Assistant, it's always essential to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before purchasing a robot vacuum. The Roborock Q7 Max Plus has 4 cleaning modes, the cleaning modes supported by robot vacuums can vary widely depending on the design of the robot vacuum.
Shark IQ AV1010AE, having only 3
has less modes than the Roborock Q7 Max Plus by only 1
Robot vacuum manufacturers may offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to different cleaning surfaces. The Roborock Q7 Max Plus has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 - 2 years, however some higher-end brands may offer longer warranty periods. The Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Roborock Q7 Max Plus.
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. Roborock Q7 Max Plus 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 IQ AV1010AE comes with washable filters, the advantage of washable filters is that they can be cleaned and reused multiple times, reducing costs of replacing disposable filters, plus it's also good for the environment.
The Roborock Q7 Max Plus's dustbin capacity is at 0.5L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the vacuum can hold before it can be emptied. Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 0.6L
has more capacity than the Roborock Q7 Max Plus by 0.1L
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. Different floor types require a robot vacuum to be at a given ground clearance so as to optimize performance.
Roborock Q7 Max Plus can adjust its height to match this demand, for example, it may raise itself slightly when moving to a carpet to allow for effective suction, and then lower itself on hard floors to make sure the brushes make good contact. Roborock Q7 Max Plus weighs 3.7kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and carrying around. The Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 7.9kg
weighs more than the Roborock Q7 Max Plus by 4.2kg.
It's important to take in consideration the weight of the robot vacuum when getting a model, and that's if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
Roborock Q7 Max Plus has a width of 353mm, often referred to as its cleaning path width, refers to the width of the area that the robot vacuum can effectively clean in one go. The width of a robot vacuum is key as it can affect its efficiency and the time it takes to clean a room
The Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 325mm
measures less in width than the Roborock Q7 Max Plus with a difference of 28mm. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room.
Roborock Q7 Max Plus's height measures 95mm, 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 IQ AV1010AE, at 89mm
measures less in height than the Roborock Q7 Max Plus with a difference of 6mm.
When choosing a robot vacuum, make sure 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 important as it determines how long the vacuum can operate on a single charge. It is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Roborock Q7 Max Plus's battery power is 5,200mAh
The operating time of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the amount of time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single battery charge before it needs to be recharged.
Roborock Q7 Max Plus's operating time is 3h
Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 2h
spends less time than the Roborock Q7 Max Plus with a difference of only 1h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals. Roborock Q7 Max Plus has a charge time of 4h, 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 IQ AV1010AE, at 5h
charges for longer than the Roborock Q7 Max Plus with a difference of 1h.
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. This is the amount of electrical power the vacuum uses while it's actively cleaning your home. Roborock Q7 Max Plus has a power consumption of 58W, power is measured in watts (W) and can vary among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors.
The Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 50W
consumes less power than the Roborock Q7 Max Plus by 8W. Lower power consumption can be more energy-efficient and cost-effective over time, but it may also affect cleaning performance, especially on carpets. An overheating indicator in a robot vacuum serves several important purposes, making it a valuable safety feature.
It helps protect the Roborock Q7 Max Plus from damage by sensing when key components, such as the motor or battery, are operating at temperatures that are dangerous. Auto-off is a feature designed to automatically turn off the vacuum after it has completed an operation or when specific conditions occur. Roborock Q7 Max Plus has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation.
Also, Shark IQ AV1010AE supports this feature, overall, the auto-off feature in a robot vacuum is a valuable addition that in a way promotes energy efficiency, prolongs the vacuum's lifespan, enhances safety, and adds convenience to the cleaning operations. That's right, most modern robot vacuum cleaners have the capability to mop floors in addition to vacuuming. Such robot vacuums are often referred to as robot vacuum and mop models and Roborock Q7 Max Plus is one of those robot vacuums
Self-emptying robot vacuum cleaners like the Roborock Q7 Max Plus, are modern robot vacuum models that have the ease of use feature to empty their dustbins automatically.
This feature enables you to instruct a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a particular spot in your home, Roborock Q7 Max Plus supports this, which can be really useful for addressing localized messes or busy areas. Roborock Q7 Max Plus has carpet detection, this enables the vacuum to identify and adjust to all kinds of floor surfaces, specifically recognizing when it moves from hard floors like hardwood to carpets. Roborock Q7 Max Plus supports a smartphone app, that allows you to control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet.
Both the Shark IQ AV1010AE and Roborock Q7 Max Plus 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 eliminate the chance of the robot vacuum getting trapped during cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the Roborock Q7 Max Plus are equipped with various sensors and technologies to navigate around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models.
Both the Shark IQ AV1010AE and Roborock Q7 Max Plus have the "anti-stuck" feature, but clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums helps to further eliminate the chances of becoming 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 setup to help you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go during cleaning. Both Roborock Q7 Max Plus and Shark IQ AV1010AE support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for spaces with areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles.
Roborock Q7 Max Plus has a route mapping feature which enables it to create a map of your home and plan efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability enhances 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 IQ AV1010AE to adapt to the layout of your home to clean more efficiently and minimize the chance of missing certain spots.
Voice prompts refer to notifications that the vacuum states to provide you alerts on the different states of the vacuum. Roborock Q7 Max Plus has this feature
The Shark IQ AV1010AE also supports voice prompts, this feature is useful for you who prefer audible notifications or users who have visual impairments. Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that indicates the vacuum's ability to return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction.
Both Shark IQ AV1010AE and Roborock Q7 Max Plus support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it ensures that the robot vacuum keeps its charge and readiness for cleaning without requiring manual intervention. Most robot vacuum cleaners such as Roborock Q7 Max Plus come having an "anti-fall" feature. This feature is designed to save the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, thus its safety during operation.
This safety feature that is also available on the Shark IQ AV1010AE is essential 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. Roborock Q7 Max Plus has this convenient feature, which enables you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start working.
This feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in keeping a consistently clean home without the need for manual intervention. Shark IQ AV1010AE too allows scheduling. Water level adjustments are a feature usually found in both vacuum and mop hybrid models, such as the Roborock Q7 Max Plus, these are designed to vacuum and mop hard floor surfaces simultaneously.
Roborock Q7 Max Plus 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 IQ AV1010AE supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity enhances the convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum use, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
