Roborock S6 cleans all floor types, this feature is essential, as different rooms inside a home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum cleaner is stated as being able to clean all types of floors, this means that the vacuum is capable to effectively clean several flooring materials without much limitations.
Shark AV2501S can also clean all floor types, which implies that it too is designed to be adaptable, giving effective cleaning performance on either carpets or hard floors found in most homes. Roborock S6 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 AV2501S 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 and avoiding damage to both the robot and its obstacles.
No-go zones is a feature found on many advanced robot vacuum cleaners and Roborock S6 supports this feature. These zones are basicaaly digital boundaries or restricted spaces that you can set up to prevent the robot from accessing specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle. Most modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the Roborock S6 are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands.
Shark AV2501S 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 your robot vacuum. The Roborock S6 is compatible with Google Assistant, allowing you to control it using voice commands via Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app found on smartphones and tablets. The Shark AV2501S is compatible with Google Assistant, it's always essential to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before purchasing a robot vacuum.
Roborock S6 has a period of 1 year, warranty periods typically range from 1 - 2 years, but some higher-end brands may give longer warranty periods. Shark AV2501S, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Roborock S6. When considering 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 S6's dustbin capacity is at 0.5L, dustbin capacity determines how much dust, debris, and pet hair the robot vacuum can hold before it needs to be emptied. The Shark AV2501S, at 0.8L
has more capacity than the Roborock S6 with a difference of 0.3L
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among 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. Different floor types require a robot vacuum to be at a given ground clearance so as to optimize performance.
Roborock S6 adjusts its height to match this demand, for example, it may raise itself slightly when transitioning to a carpet to allow for effective suction, and then lower itself on hard floors to ensure the brushes make good contact. Automatic height adjustment is commonly found in mid-range to high-end robot vacuum models such as the Shark AV2501S with better sensor technology and adaptability. This feature is essential for keeping up cleaning performance across various floor types, including carpets, rugs, hardwood floors, and tiles.
The Roborock S6 weighs 3.6kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and portability. The Shark AV2501S, at 3.1kg
is lighter than the Roborock S6 by 0.5kg. It's advisable to consider the weight of the vacuum when selecting a model, especially if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
Roborock S6 has a width of 350mm, often referred to as its cleaning path width, refers to the width of the area that it can effectively clean in a single pass.
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 AV2501S, at 348mm
measures less in width than the Roborock S6 with a difference of 2mm. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room. Roborock S6's height measures 97mm, here you are looking at the measure from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point.
Height is a key consideration, especially if you have furniture with low clearance in your home. The Shark AV2501S, at 104mm
measures more in height than the Roborock S6 by 7mm. 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 a crucial factor that determines how long the vacuum can operate on a single charge. It is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Roborock S6's battery power is 5,200mAh
The Shark AV2501S, at mAh2,500
has less battery power than the Roborock S6 with a difference of only
A bigger capacity usually means longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large home or if you prefer the robot vacuum to complete cleaning cycles without frequent interruptions to recharge. The operating time of the Roborock S6 refers to the amount of time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single charge before it needs to be recharged.
Roborock S6's operating time is 3h
Shark AV2501S, at 1.5h
spends less time than the Roborock S6 with a difference of only 1.5h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals. This is the amount of electrical power the vacuum uses while it's actively cleaning your home. Roborock S6 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.
That's right, many modern robot vacuum cleaners can mop floors in addition to vacuuming. Such robot vacuums are often referred to as robot vacuum with mopping function models and Roborock S6 is one of those robot vacuums
Roborock S6 has a dirt sensor, these are designed to detect the availability of dirt, dust, or debris in the area being cleaned and based on their readings adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during cleaning cycle. You may want to consider buying either the Shark AV2501S or Roborock S6 If you prefer the ability to automatically adjust the cleaning modes of the robot vacuum based on the level of dirt and debris in your room.
Roborock S6 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 AV2501S and Roborock S6 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 intended to reduce the chance of the robot vacuum becoming stuck while cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the Roborock S6 are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting stuck, but the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models. Both the Shark AV2501S and Roborock S6 have the "anti-stuck" feature, but clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums can help further eliminate the chances of getting stuck while cleaning. These virtual barriers are set up and managed via 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 Roborock S6 and Shark AV2501S support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for homes having areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles. Roborock S6 has a route mapping feature that enables it to generate 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 AV2501S to adapt to the layout of your home to work more efficiently and minimize the risk of missing certain spots. Voice prompts are audible messages that the vacuum states to provide you information on the different states of the vacuum. Roborock S6 supports this feature
Shark AV2501S also supports voice prompts, this feature is useful for you who prefer audible notifications or users who have visual impairments.
Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as Roborock S6 come equipped with an "cliff detection" feature. This feature is intended to prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, hence its safety during operation. This safety feature that is also available on the Shark AV2501S is key in mitigating 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. Roborock S6 has this convenient feature, which allows you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start cleaning your space. This feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in maintaining a consistently clean home without the need for manual intervention.
Shark AV2501S too can be scheduled.
