Roborock S7 can clean all floor types, this feature is essential, since different rooms within your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is stated as being able to clean all types of floors, it means that the vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean flooring materials without much limitations.
Shark EZ can also clean all floor types, this means that it too is built to be adaptable, providing effective cleaning performance on either carpets or hard floors found in most homes. A vacuum's ability to generate 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.
This can be used for different situations, e.g. the Roborock S7 having the mapping feature can provide efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas without accessing those that are not. Roborock S7 has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor 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 EZ has this sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a better understanding of its surroundings, 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 the Roborock S7 is one of them. These zones are basicaaly 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 Roborock S7 are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which means that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands. Roborock S7 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. Roborock S7 has 4 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes offered by robot vacuums can vary depending on the design of the robot vacuum.
The Shark EZ, having only 3
has less modes than the Roborock S7 by only 1
Robot vacuum manufacturers offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to different cleaning floors. The Roborock S7 has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 year to 2 years, however some higher-end brands may give longer warranty periods. The Shark EZ, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Roborock S7.
When thinking of buying a robot vacuum cleaner, it's essential to read and understand the warranty terms and conditions, alongside any limitations or exclusions that may apply. The Roborock S7 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 advantage of washable filters is that they reusable multiple times, reducing the ongoing cost of replacing disposable filters, plus it's also good environmentally.
Roborock S7's dustbin capacity is at 0.5L, dustbin capacity determines how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the vacuum holds before it can be emptied. Shark EZ, at 0.2L
carries less dirt than the Roborock S7 by only 0.3L
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among robot vacuum models, and the size you choose should depend 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 dirt collection container is full and needs to be emptied.
Roborock S7 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 show that it's full can improve the convenience of owning one since it reduces the need for constant monitoring. The battery power of a robot vacuum cleaner is a crucial factor that determines how long the vacuum can run on a single charge.
Battery capacity is typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Roborock S7's battery power is 5,200mAh
The Shark EZ, at mAh2,450
has less battery power than the Roborock S7 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 S7 refers to the time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single charge before it needs to return to its charging dock for recharging. Roborock S7's operating time is 3h
The Shark EZ, at 2.4h
spends less time than the Roborock S7 with a difference of only 0.6h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals.
Roborock S7 has a charge time of 5h, 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
spends lesser time charging than the Roborock S7 with a difference of only 1.7h. 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.
The operating power consumption of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the amount of electrical power the vacuum uses while it's actively cleaning your home. Roborock S7 has a power consumption of 68W, power is measured in watts (W) and changes among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. Shark EZ, at 36W
consumes less power than the Roborock S7 by 32W.
Lower power consumption is more energy-efficient and cost-effective over time, however it may also affect cleaning performance, especially on carpets. This feature is designed to automatically turn off the vacuum after it has completed a cleaning cycle or when certain conditions occur. Roborock S7 has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation.
Also, Shark EZ supports this feature, overall, the auto-off feature in a robot vacuum is a key addition that in a way promotes energy efficiency, prolongs the vacuum's lifespan, enhances safety, and adds convenience to the cleaning operations. True, most modern robot vacuum cleaners can mop floors in addition to vacuuming. These robot vacuums are often referred to as robot vacuum with mopping function models and Roborock S7 is one of those robot vacuums
Roborock S7 has carpet detection, this enables the vacuum to identify and adjust to different floor surfaces, specifically recognizing when it transitions from hard floors like hardwood to carpets.
Roborock S7 supports a smartphone app, that allows you to control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet. Both the Shark EZ and Roborock S7 have mobile application support, mobile apps enhance the user 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 getting trapped during cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the Roborock S7 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 Roborock S7 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 becoming stuck during cleaning. These virtual barriers are 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 while cleaning.
Both Roborock S7 and Shark EZ support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is especially useful for spaces with areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles. Roborock S7 has a route mapping feature that enables it to create a map of your space and plan efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability enhances the vacuum's ability to work 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 home to clean more efficiently and reduce the possibility of missing certain spots. Voice prompts are audible messages that the vacuum emits to provide you information on the different states of the vacuum. Roborock S7 supports this feature
The Shark EZ also supports voice prompts, this feature can be useful for you who like audible notifications or users who have visual impairments.
Auto-docking is a feature that indicates the vacuum's ability to return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Shark EZ and Roborock S7 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. Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as Roborock S7 come equipped with an "anti-fall" feature.
This feature is intended to save 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 EZ is key in preventing 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 S7 has this convenient feature, which allows you to set specific days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start working. This feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in maintaining a consistently clean space with little or no manual intervention. Shark EZ too can be scheduled.
Water level adjustments are a feature commonly found in both vacuum and mop hybrid models, such as the Roborock S7, these are designed to vacuum and mop hard floor surfaces at the same time. Roborock S7 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 use, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
