Roborock S7 can clean all floor types, this is essential, as different rooms within your home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum is stated able to clean all types of floors, it means that the vacuum is designed and equipped to clean several flooring materials without any limitations.
The robot vacuum's ability to generate a digital map of its cleaning space is one of the commonly asked-for features. This map allows the robot to keep a record of the layout of the desired space. This can be used for several purposes, e.g.
the Roborock S7 having the mapping feature can provide efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas without accessing those that are not. The Shark IQ AV1010AE 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 move to the mapped-out areas to be cleaned leaving out those that aren't.
Roborock S7 has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's route, 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 environment, enabling it 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 of many advanced robot vacuum cleaners and Roborock S7 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 S7 are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands. The Shark IQ AV1010AE 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 your robot vacuum.
Roborock S7 is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to control it using voice commands through Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app installed on smartphones and tablets. Shark IQ AV1010AE too 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 S7 has 4 cleaning modes, the cleaning modes offered by robot vacuum cleaners can vary widely depending on the design of the robot vacuum.
Shark IQ AV1010AE, having only 3
has less modes than the Roborock S7 with a difference of only 1
Robot vacuum manufacturers may offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to different cleaning scenarios. The Roborock S7 has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 - 2 years, but some higher-end models may give longer warranty periods. The Shark IQ AV1010AE, 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. 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 keep up the vacuum's performance. Shark IQ AV1010AE comes with washable filters, the good thing about 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 indicates how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the robot vacuum holds before it needs to be emptied. The Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 0.6L
has more capacity than the Roborock S7 with a difference of 0.1L
The dustbin capacity varies widely among robot vacuum models, and the capcity you choose should depend 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 notify 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 IQ AV1010AE also can indicate when its dustbin is full, for a robot vacuum to alert that it's full can improve the convenience of owning one since it minimizes the need for constant monitoring. The battery power of a robot vacuum cleaner is important as it determines how long the vacuum can run on a single charge.
It is typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Roborock S7'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 charge before it needs to return to its charging dock for recharging. Roborock S7's operating time is 3h
The Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 2h
spends less time than the Roborock S7 by only 1h
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 IQ AV1010AE, at 5h
has the same charge time as the Roborock S7. 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 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 typically measured in watts (W) and can vary among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. Shark IQ AV1010AE, at 50W
consumes less power than the Roborock S7 by 18W. Lower power consumption is more energy-efficient and cost-effective over time, however it may also affect cleaning performance, especially on carpets.
Auto-off is a feature designed to automatically turn off the vacuum after it has completed a cleaning cycle or when specific conditions occur. Roborock S7 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 process.
True, many 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 S7 is one of those robot vacuums
Roborock S7 has carpet detection, which allows the vacuum to detect and adjust to all kinds of floor surfaces, specifically recognizing when it transitions from hard floors like hardwood to carpeted areas. Roborock S7 supports a smartphone app, that allows you to control and monitor the vacuum without getting to it physically but through your smartphone or tablet.
Both the Shark IQ AV1010AE and Roborock S7 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 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 trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature can vary among different models.
Both the Shark IQ AV1010AE and Roborock S7 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 getting stuck during cleaning. These virtual barriers are typically set up and managed 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 S7 and Shark IQ AV1010AE support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for homes 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 clean effectively and systematically. Route mapping is a valuable feature as it enables robot vacuums such as the Shark IQ AV1010AE 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 give you alerts on the different states of the vacuum. Roborock S7 has this feature
The Shark IQ AV1010AE also supports voice prompts, this feature is useful for you who like audible notifications or users who have visual impairments. Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that indicates the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction.
Both Shark IQ AV1010AE and Roborock S7 support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it ensures 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 "cliff detection" 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 by ensuring that the vacuum will not fall off a ledge 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 automatically start working.
This feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in maintaining a consistently clean space with little or no manual intervention. Shark IQ AV1010AE too can be scheduled. Water level adjustments are a feature usually found in both vacuum and mop hybrid models, such as the Roborock S7, these are designed to vacuum and mop hard floor surfaces simultaneously.
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 IQ AV1010AE supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity enhances the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
