Shark AI can clean all floor types, this comes in handy, since different rooms within your 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 robot vacuum is designed and equipped to clean most flooring materials without much significant issues.
A 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 "understand" the layout of the desired space. Mapping and navigation can be used for several purposes, for example the Shark AI having the mapping feature can dedicate efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas without accessing those that are not.
iRobot Roomba i1 Plus also has the mapping and navigation feature, navigation involves 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 ignoring those that aren't. Shark AI 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.
No-go zones is a feature found on many robot vacuum cleaners and Shark AI is one of them. These zones are essentially digital boundaries or restricted areas that you can set up preventing the robot from entering specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle. The iRobot Roomba i1 Plus also supports the no-go zones feature, such a feature is particularly useful in homes where there are locations that you want to keep off-limits to the robot vacuum.
Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the Shark AI are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which means that they can be integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands. iRobot Roomba i1 Plus 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 iRobot Roomba i1 Plus. The Shark AI 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.
iRobot Roomba i1 Plus too is compatible with Google Assistant, it's always essential to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before buying a robot vacuum. Shark AI has 3 cleaning modes, the cleaning modes supported by robot vacuum cleaners varies depending on the design of the robot vacuum. The Shark AI has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 year to 2 years, however some higher-end models may offer longer warranties.
The iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Shark AI. When thinking of buying 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. Shark AI 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 AI's dustbin capacity is at 0.3L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, debris, and pet hair the vacuum can hold before it requires to be emptied. The iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 0.4L
has more capacity than the Shark AI by 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. The Shark AI has twin side brushes, these brushes can be useful for certain cleaning tasks, as they help the robot vacuum sweep dirt and debris from corners and along edges.
Shark AI weighs 3.2kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and portability. The iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 4.7kg
weighs more than the Shark AI by 1.5kg. 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
Shark AI has a width of 348mm, aslo known 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 duration it takes to clean a room
The iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 338mm
measures less in width than the Shark AI with a difference of 10mm. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room. Shark AI's height measures 104mm, here you are considering the measure from the bottom to its highest point.
Height is an important consideration, especially if you have furniture with low clearance in your home. iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 92mm
measures less in height than the Shark AI by 12mm. When selecting a robot vacuum, ensure that the robot vacuum can go under the furniture and navigate effectively in your living space without getting stuck or causing damage.
The operating time of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single battery charge before it needs to return to its charging dock for recharging. Shark AI's operating time is 2h
The iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 1.25h
spends less time than the Shark AI by only 0.75h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals. Shark AI 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.
iRobot Roomba i1 Plus, at 2.5h
spends lesser time charging than the Shark AI by only 1.5h. 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. This feature is designed to automatically turn off the vacuum after it has completed an operation or when certain conditions occur.
Shark AI has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation. This feature allows you to program a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a particular spot in your space, the Shark AI supports this, which can be really useful for addressing localized messes or busy areas. iRobot Roomba i1 Plus also supports problem area cleaning, the spot cleaning feature is a convenient way to deal with specific area messes or high-traffic areas without running a full cleaning cycle for your entire space.
Shark AI 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 iRobot Roomba i1 Plus and Shark AI 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 designed to reduce the likelihood of the robot vacuum getting trapped during cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the Shark AI are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting stuck, however the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models. Both the iRobot Roomba i1 Plus and Shark AI have the "anti-stuck" feature, however clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums can help further reduce the chances of getting stuck while cleaning. Virtual barriers are set up and controlled through the robot vacuum's mobile app, similar to no-go zones, these barriers are setup to enable you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go during cleaning.
Both Shark AI and iRobot Roomba i1 Plus support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for homes having areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles. Shark AI has a route mapping feature that enables it to create a map of your space and schedule efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability enhances the vacuum's ability to clean effectively and systematically.
Route mapping is a valuable feature as it makes it possible for robot vacuums such as the iRobot Roomba i1 Plus to adapt to the layout of your space to work more efficiently and reduce the possibility of missing certain spots. Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that indicates the vacuum's ability to return to its docking station when certain conditions are met such as getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both iRobot Roomba i1 Plus and Shark AI 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 Shark AI come having an "anti-fall" feature. This feature is intended to prevent 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 iRobot Roomba i1 Plus is essential in preventing accidents and protecting 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. Shark AI has this convenient feature, which allows you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start cleaning your home. The scheduling feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in maintaining a consistently clean space with little or no manual intervention.
iRobot Roomba i1 Plus too allows scheduling. Shark AI 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, iRobot Roomba i1 Plus supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity enhances the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
