Shark AI can clean all floor types, this comes in handy, since different rooms within a home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum is advertised able to clean all types of floors, this means that the vacuum is capable to clean flooring materials without much significant issues.
Shark EZ can also clean all floor types, meaning it is designed to be adaptable, giving effective cleaning performance on either carpets or hard floors commonly found in homes. The 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 "understand" the layout of the desired space.
Mapping and navigation can be used for several purposes, e.g. the Shark AI having the mapping feature can provide efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas without accessing those that are not. Shark AI has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's path, allowing it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions.
Also, the Shark EZ has an obstacle sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a comprehensive understanding of its surroundings, making it possible 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 of many robot vacuum cleaners and the Shark AI is one of them. These zones are basicaaly digital boundaries or restricted spaces that you can set up to prevent the robot from entering specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle.
Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the Shark AI are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands. The Shark AI 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 AI has 3 cleaning modes, the cleaning modes supported by robot vacuums varies depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum.
The Shark EZ, having only 3
has the same number of cleaning modes as the Shark AI
Robot vacuum manufacturers offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to different cleaning surfaces. The Shark AI has a period of 1 year, warranty periods typically range from 1 year to 2 years, but some higher-end brands may offer longer warranties. The Shark EZ, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Shark AI.
When thinking of buying a robot vacuum cleaner, it's essential 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 washed to maintain the vacuum's performance. Shark EZ comes with washable filters, the advantage of washable filters is that they can be cleaned and reused multiple times, reducing the ongoing cost 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 can be emptied. Shark EZ, at 0.2L
carries less dirt than the Shark AI by only 0.1L
The dustbin capacity can vary widely among different robot vacuum models, and the size 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.
Instead of a single side brush, which is commonly found on many robot vacuums, twin side brushes have two side brushes one on each side of the robot vacuum. They extend the Shark EZ's reach, enabling it to ruffle up and collect dirt and debris from these hard to clean areas. Shark AI weighs 3.2kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and portability.
The Shark EZ, at 2.8kg
is lighter than the Shark AI by 0.4kg. It's advisable to consider 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, aslo known as its cleaning path width, is the width of the area that it can effectively clean in a single pass. The width of a robot vacuum is important as it can affect its efficiency and the time it takes to clean a space
Shark EZ, at 340mm
measures less in width than the Shark AI with a difference of 8mm.
A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, shortening the time it takes to clean a room. Shark AI's height measures 104mm, here you are looking at the measurement from the bottom to its highest point. Height is a key consideration, especially if you have obstacles with limited clearance in your home.
Shark EZ, at 89mm
measures less in height than the Shark AI with a difference of 15mm. 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 the Shark AI refers to the time the vacuum can clean continuously on a single battery charge before it needs to be recharged.
Shark AI's operating time is 2h
The Shark EZ, at 2.4h
lasts more than the Shark AI with a difference of 0.4h
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. The Shark EZ, at 3.3h
spends lesser time charging than the Shark AI by only 0.7h.
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 begins its next cleaning cycle. Auto-off is a feature 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.
Also, Shark EZ has 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 process. This feature allows you to program a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a specific area in your space, the Shark AI supports this, which can be particularly useful for addressing localized messes or high-traffic areas. Shark EZ also supports problem area cleaning, the problem area cleaning feature is a better way to address specific area messes or busy 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 Shark EZ and Shark AI have mobile application support, mobile apps enhance your experience by providing convenience, and ease update of features and functionalities. This feature in robot vacuum cleaners is designed to reduce the chance of the robot vacuum becoming trapped during cleaning.
Robot vacuums such as the Shark AI are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, but the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models. Both the Shark EZ 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 eliminate the chances of becoming stuck while cleaning. 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 during cleaning.
Both Shark AI and Shark EZ support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is especially useful for spaces having areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck. Shark AI has a route mapping feature which enables it to generate a map of your home and schedule efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability enhances the vacuum's ability to work effectively and systematically.
Route mapping is a valuable feature as it enables robot vacuums such as the Shark EZ to adapt to the layout of your space to work more efficiently and reduce the chance of missing certain spots. 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 getting work done, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Shark EZ and Shark AI support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it makes sure that the robot vacuum keeps its charge and readiness for cleaning with little or no manual intervention.
Most 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, thus its safety while cleaning. 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 by ensuring 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 home without the need for manual intervention.
Shark EZ 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, Shark EZ supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity improves the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum use, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
