Shark AV2501S can clean all floor types, this is essential, as different rooms within your home may have different types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is stated able to clean all types of floors, this means that the robot vacuum is capable to clean a wide range of flooring materials without any significant issues.
Roomba 676 aslo cleans all floor types, meaning it is built to be versatile, providing best cleaning performance on either hard floors or carpets commonly found in homes. The robot vacuum's ability to generate a map of its cleaning area is one of the commonly asked-for features. This map allows the robot to keep a record of the layout of the space.
Mapping and navigation can be used for several purposes, e.g. the Shark AV2501S having the mapping feature can provide efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas keeping out of those that are not. Shark AV2501S has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles in the robot's path, this allwos it to navigate around them and avoid collisions.
Also, the Roomba 676 has this sensor, obstacle sensors work together to provide the robot vacuum with a better 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. Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the Shark AV2501S are designed to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be added to the Amazon Echo ecosystem and controlled using voice commands. The Roomba 676 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 your robot vacuum.
Shark AV2501S 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 Roomba 676 is compatible with Google Assistant, it's advised to verify the level of compatibility with Google Assistant before purchasing a robot vacuum. Shark AV2501S has 3 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes offered by robot vacuum cleaners can vary widely depending on the design of the robot vacuum.
The Shark AV2501S has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 year to 2 years, but some higher-end brands may give longer warranty periods. The Roomba 676, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Shark AV2501S. When considering 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 AV2501S 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. The Shark AV2501S's dustbin capacity is at 0.8L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, debris, and pet hair the vacuum can hold before it requires to be emptied. The Roomba 676, at 0.35L
carries less dirt than the Shark AV2501S with a difference of only 0.45L
The dustbin capacity varies widely among different robot vacuum models, and the size you choose should be based on your cleaning needs and the size of the area you want to clean.
The Shark AV2501S has twin side brushes, these 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. Different floor types require a robot vacuum to be at a given ground clearance so as to optimize performance. Shark AV2501S adjusts its height to match this requirement, for example, it may raise itself slightly when transitioning to a carpet to enable effective suction, and then lower itself on hard floors to ensure the brushes make good contact.
Many robot vacuum cleaners are equipped with sensors and indicators to notify users when the dustbin is full and needs to be emptied. Shark AV2501S supports this feature, which prevents the robot vacuum from getting clogged thus performance will be maintained as soon as the bin is emptied. The Shark AV2501S weighs 3.1kg, robot vacuums are generally designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and portability.
Roomba 676, at 3kg
is lighter than the Shark AV2501S by 0.1kg. It's important to consider the weight of the vacuum when getting a model, and that's if you plan to carry it up and down stairs
Shark AV2501S has a width of 348mm, aslo known as its cleaning path width, refers to the width of the area that the robot vacuum can properly clean in one go. The width of a robot vacuum is important as it can affect its efficiency and the time it takes to clean a space
Roomba 676, at 340mm
measures less in width than the Shark AV2501S by 8mm.
A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, reducing the time it takes to clean a room. Shark AV2501S's height measures 104mm, here you are considering the measure from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is an important consideration, especially if you have furniture with low clearance in your home.
Roomba 676, at 92mm
measures less in height than the Shark AV2501S with a difference of 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 battery power of a robot vacuum cleaner is important as it determines how long the vacuum can operate on a single charge.
It is typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Shark AV2501S's battery power is 2,500mAh
Roomba 676, at mAh1,800
has less battery power than the Shark AV2501S by only
A bigger capacity usually means longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large room or if you would like the robot vacuum to complete cleaning cycles without frequent interruptions to recharge. The operating time of the Shark AV2501S 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 AV2501S's operating time is 1.5h
Roomba 676, at 2h
lasts more than the Shark AV2501S with a difference of 0.5h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals.
Shark AV2501S 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. Roomba 676, at 2h
spends lesser time charging than the Shark AV2501S with a difference of only 2h. 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 begins its next cleaning cycle.
An overheating indicator in a robot vacuum serves many important purposes, making it a valuable safety feature. It helps protect the Shark AV2501S from damage by sensing when critical components, such as the motor or battery, are operating at temperatures that could cause harm. Auto-off is a feature designed to automatically turn off the vacuum after it has completed an operation or when certain conditions occur.
Shark AV2501S has an auto-off feature, which is useful for energy efficiency and battery preservation. Also, Roomba 676 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. Shark AV2501S has a dirt sensor, dirt sensors are designed to detect the availability of dirt, dust, or debris in the space being cleaned and based on their readings adjust the vacuum's cleaning behavior during cleaning cycle.
You may want to consider buying either the Roomba 676 or Shark AV2501S If you value the ability to automatically adjust the cleaning modes of the robot vacuum based on the level of dirt and debris in your space. Self-emptying bins or automatic dirt disposal systems like the Shark AV2501S, are advanced robot vacuum models that have a convenient feature to empty their dustbins automatically. Problem area cleaning enables you to instruct a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a particular area in your home, the Shark AV2501S supports this, which can be really useful for addressing localized messes or high-traffic areas.
Shark AV2501S has carpet detection, this enables the vacuum to identify and adjust to all kinds of floor surfaces, specifically recognizing when it transitions from hard floors like tile to carpets. Shark AV2501S supports a smartphone app, that allows you to control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet. Both the Roomba 676 and Shark AV2501S 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 likelihood of the robot vacuum getting stuck during cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the Shark AV2501S 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 Roomba 676 and Shark AV2501S have the "anti-stuck" feature, however clearing clutter, ensuring proper cable management, and creating clear paths for the vacuums helps to further reduce the chances of becoming stuck while cleaning.
These 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 AV2501S and Roomba 676 support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is especially useful for spaces having areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck. Shark AV2501S has a route mapping feature which enables it to generate a map of your space and schedule efficient cleaning routes.
This mapping capability improves the vacuum's ability to clean effectively and systematically. Voice prompts are audible messages that the vacuum emits to provide you alerts on the different states of the vacuum. Shark AV2501S has this feature
Roomba 676 also supports voice prompts, this feature can be useful for you who prefer audible notifications or users who have visual impairments.
Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that refers to the vacuum's ability to return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Roomba 676 and Shark AV2501S support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it ensures that the robot vacuum keeps its charge and readiness for cleaning with little or no manual intervention. Most robot vacuum cleaners such as Shark AV2501S come equipped with an "cliff detection" 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 Roomba 676 is essential in mitigating 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.
Shark AV2501S has this convenient feature, which allows you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to automatically start cleaning your space. This feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in keeping a consistently clean space with little or no manual intervention. Roomba 676 too can be scheduled.
Shark AV2501S 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, Roomba 676 supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi connectivity enhances the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, giving more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
