Shark AI can clean all floor types, this feature is essential, since different rooms within your home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is advertised able to clean all types of floors, this means that the vacuum is capable to effectively clean most flooring materials without much limitations.
Roborock S7 MaxV can also clean all floor types, meaning it is designed to be versatile, giving effective cleaning results on either hard floors or carpets found in most homes. A vacuum's ability to create 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 Shark AI having the mapping feature can dedicate efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas keeping out of those that are not. Roborock S7 MaxV 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 navigate to the mapped-out areas to be cleaned leaving out those that aren't. Shark AI 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 Roborock S7 MaxV 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 and preventing damage to both the robot and its obstacles.
No-go zones is a feature found on many robot vacuum cleaners and the Shark AI supports this feature. These zones are essentially digital boundaries or restricted areas that you can set up to prevent the robot from accessing specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle. The Roborock S7 MaxV also supports the no-go zones feature, such a feature is particularly useful in spaces where there are areas that you want to keep off-limits to the robot vacuum.
Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the Shark AI are designed to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands. Roborock S7 MaxV 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 Roborock S7 MaxV. The Shark AI is compatible with Google Assistant, allowing you to control it using voice commands through Google Home devices or the Google Assistant app found on smartphones and tablets.
The Roborock S7 MaxV is compatible with Google Assistant, it's always essential to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before purchasing a robot vacuum. The Shark AI has 3 cleaning modes, the cleaning modes supported by robot vacuums can vary widely depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. Roborock S7 MaxV, having only 4
has more modes than the Shark AI by 1
Robot vacuum manufacturers offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to various cleaning floors.
The Shark AI has a period of 1 year, warranty periods for robot vacuums typically range from 1 year to 2 years, but some higher-end brands may offer longer warranties. The Roborock S7 MaxV, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Shark AI. 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.
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 washed to keep up the vacuum's performance. Roborock S7 MaxV 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 environmentally. The Shark AI's dustbin capacity is at 0.3L, dustbin capacity determines how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the robot vacuum holds before it requires to be emptied.
Roborock S7 MaxV, at 0.25L
carries less dirt than the Shark AI by only 0.05L
The dustbin capacity varies widely among different 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. The Shark AI has twin side brushes, twin side brushes can be beneficial for specific cleaning tasks, since they help the robot vacuum more effectively sweep dirt and debris from corners and along edges. The Shark AI weighs 3.2kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and carrying around.
Roborock S7 MaxV, at 4.4kg
weighs more than the Shark AI by 1.2kg. It's important to take in consideration the weight of the robot vacuum when selecting a model, especially if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
Shark AI has a width of 348mm, often referred to as its cleaning path width, is the width of the area that the robot vacuum can properly clean in a single pass. The width of a robot vacuum is important as it can affect its efficiency and the duration it takes to clean a room
Roborock S7 MaxV, at 390mm
measures more in width than the Shark AI with a difference of 42mm.
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 looking at the measure from the bottom to its highest point. Height is a key consideration, especially if you have furniture with limited clearance in your home.
Roborock S7 MaxV, at 100mm
measures less in height than the Shark AI by 4mm. When selecting a robot vacuum, ensure that the robot vacuum can fit 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 charge before it needs to return to its charging dock for recharging.
Shark AI's operating time is 2h
The Roborock S7 MaxV, at 3h
lasts more than the Shark AI by 1h
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. Roborock S7 MaxV, at 4h
has the same charge time as the Shark AI.
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. This feature is designed to automatically turn off the vacuum after it has completed a cleaning cycle or when specific conditions occur. Shark AI has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation.
Also, Roborock S7 MaxV 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. Problem area cleaning allows you to instruct a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a specific area in your space, the Shark AI supports this, which can be really useful for addressing localized messes or high-traffic areas. Roborock S7 MaxV also supports this feature, the problem area cleaning feature is a better way to address specific area messes or high-traffic areas without running a full cleaning cycle for your entire space.
Shark AI 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 Roborock S7 MaxV and Shark AI 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 designed to reduce the likelihood of the robot vacuum becoming stuck while cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the Shark AI 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 Roborock S7 MaxV and Shark AI have the "anti-stuck" feature, but clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums can help further reduce the chances of getting stuck during cleaning. Virtual barriers are typically set up and controlled 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 while cleaning.
Both Shark AI and Roborock S7 MaxV support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for homes with areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck. Shark AI has a route mapping feature that enables it to create a map of your home and plan efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability improves the vacuum's ability to clean effectively and systematically.
Route mapping is an important feature as it enables robot vacuums such as the Roborock S7 MaxV to adapt to the layout of your home to work more efficiently and reduce the risk of missing certain spots. Auto-docking is a feature that refers to the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when certain conditions are met such as getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Roborock S7 MaxV and Shark AI 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.
Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as Shark AI come equipped with an "anti-fall" feature. This feature is designed 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 Roborock S7 MaxV is essential in mitigating accidents and protecting 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. Shark AI has this convenient feature, which enables you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start cleaning your space. This feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in maintaining a consistently clean space without the need for manual intervention.
Roborock S7 MaxV too can be scheduled. 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, Roborock S7 MaxV supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum use, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
