Shark AI can clean all floor types, this comes in handy, as different rooms within a home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum cleaner is advertised able to clean all floor types, it means that the robot vacuum is capable to effectively clean flooring materials without any limitations.
Shark RV912S can also clean all floor types, this means that it too is built to be adaptable, giving best cleaning performance on either carpets or hard floors commonly found in homes. 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.
This can be used for different situations, e.g. the Shark AI having the mapping feature can dedicate efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas without accessing those that are not. The Shark RV912S 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 navigate to the mapped-out spaces to be cleaned ignoring those that aren't. Shark AI has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's way, this allwos it to navigate around them thus avoiding collisions. Also, the Shark RV912S 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 advanced robot vacuum cleaners and the Shark AI is one of them. These zones are basicaaly digital boundaries or restricted areas that you can set up preventing the robot from entering specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle. The Shark RV912S 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 integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands. Shark RV912S 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 Shark RV912S. 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.
The Shark RV912S 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 number of cleaning modes offered by robot vacuum cleaners varies depending on the design of the robot vacuum. Shark RV912S, having only 3
has the same number of cleaning modes as the Shark AI
Robot vacuum manufacturers may offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to various cleaning surfaces.
Shark AI has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 year to 2 years, but some higher-end models may offer longer warranty periods. The Shark RV912S, 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.
The 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 RV912S comes with washable filters, the good thing about washable filters is that they reusable 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 can hold before it requires to be emptied.
Shark RV912S, at 0.7L
has more capacity than the Shark AI by 0.4L
The dustbin capacity varies 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. The Shark AI has twin side brushes, these brushes can be beneficial for certain cleaning tasks, since they help the robot vacuum more effectively 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 RV912S's reach, allowing it to ruffle up and collect dirt and debris from these hard to clean areas. The Shark AI weighs 3.2kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and portability. The Shark RV912S, at 5.6kg
weighs more than the Shark AI by 2.4kg.
It's important to consider the weight of the vacuum when getting 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, refers to the width of the area that the robot vacuum can effectively clean in one go. The width of a robot vacuum is key as it can affect its efficiency and the time it takes to clean a space
Shark RV912S, at 330mm
measures less in width than the Shark AI with a difference of 18mm. 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 measurement from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with low clearance in your home. Shark RV912S, at 83mm
measures less in height than the Shark AI with a difference of 21mm.
When choosing a robot vacuum, make sure 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 the Shark AI 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 Shark RV912S, at 2h
has the same operating time as the Shark AI
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 RV912S, at 6h
charges for longer than the Shark AI with a difference of 2h. 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.
Auto-off is a feature 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, Shark RV912S has 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 particular spot in your home, the Shark AI supports this, which can be particularly useful for dealing with particular area messes or busy areas. Shark RV912S also supports this feature, the problem area cleaning feature is a better way to deal with specific area messes or high-traffic areas without running a full cleaning cycle for your entire home. 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 RV912S and Shark AI have mobile application support, this enhances the user experience by providing convenience, and ease update of features and functionalities. This feature in robot vacuum cleaners is intended to eliminate the chance of the robot vacuum getting stuck while cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the Shark AI are equipped with various sensors and technologies to move around obstacles and avoid getting trapped, however the effectiveness of this feature varies among different models.
Both the Shark RV912S 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 getting stuck during cleaning. These virtual barriers are set up and controlled via 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 while cleaning. Both Shark AI and Shark RV912S support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for homes having areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck.
Shark AI has a route mapping feature which enables it to create a map of your space and schedule efficient cleaning routes. This mapping capability enhances the vacuum's ability to work effectively and systematically. Route mapping is an important feature as it enables robot vacuums such as the Shark RV912S to adapt to the layout of your space to clean more efficiently and minimize the chance of missing certain spots.
Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners 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 Shark RV912S 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 Shark RV912S is essential in mitigating 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.
Shark AI has this convenient feature, which allows you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start cleaning your space. The scheduling feature in robot vacuums is specifically useful in keeping a consistently clean space with little or no manual intervention. Shark RV912S 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, Shark RV912S supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity enhances the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum use, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
