Shark EZ can clean all floor types, this feature comes in handy, since different rooms inside your home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. When a robot vacuum is advertised as being able to clean all types of floors, it means that the robot vacuum is designed and equipped to effectively clean most flooring materials without any limitations.
Shark RV912S can also clean all floor types, this means that it too is designed to be adaptable, providing effective cleaning results on either carpets or hard floors commonly found in homes. Shark EZ has an obstacle sensor, such a sensor serves the purpose of detecting and identifying objects in the robot's route, allowing 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 comprehensive understanding of its surroundings, enabling it to navigate around furniture, walls, and other objects when cleaning a room thus avoiding damage to both the robot and its obstacles.
Shark EZ has 3 cleaning modes, the cleaning modes offered by robot vacuums varies widely depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. The Shark RV912S, having only 3
has the same number of cleaning modes as the Shark EZ
Robot vacuum manufacturers may offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to different cleaning challenges. The Shark EZ 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.
Shark RV912S, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Shark EZ. 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 EZ 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.
Shark RV912S comes with washable filters, the good thing about 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 for the environment. Shark EZ's dustbin capacity is at 0.2L, dustbin capacity determines how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the robot vacuum can hold before it can be emptied. Shark RV912S, at 0.7L
has more capacity than the Shark EZ by 0.5L
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.
Shark EZ has twin side brushes, these brushes can be useful for certain cleaning tasks, since 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 RV912S's reach, allowing it to ruffle up and collect dirt and debris from these hard to clean areas.
Many robot vacuum cleaners are equipped with sensors and indicators to alert users when the dirt collection container is full and needs to be emptied. Shark EZ supports this feature, which prevents the robot vacuum from getting clogged which means performance will be maintained as soon as the bin is emptied. Shark EZ weighs 2.8kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact to easily get around and portability.
Shark RV912S, at 5.6kg
weighs more than the Shark EZ by 2.8kg. It's advisable 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 EZ has a width of 340mm, often referred to as its cleaning path width, is the width of the area that the robot vacuum 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 room
The Shark RV912S, at 330mm
measures less in width than the Shark EZ 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 EZ's height measures 89mm, here you are considering the measurement from the bottom of the robot vacuum to its highest point. Height is a key consideration, especially if you have furniture with low clearance in your home.
Shark RV912S, at 83mm
measures less in height than the Shark EZ by 6mm. When selecting a robot vacuum, make sure 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 a crucial factor that determines how long the vacuum can run on a single charge.
It is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Shark EZ's battery power is 2,450mAh
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 EZ's operating time is 2.4h
Shark RV912S, at 2h
spends less time than the Shark EZ with a difference of only 0.4h
Always plan cleaning cycles around the vacuum's operating time to maximize efficiency and prevent "incomplete work" between charge intervals. Shark EZ has a charge time of 3.3h, 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 EZ with a difference of 2.7h. 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. This is the amount of electrical power the vacuum uses while it's actively cleaning your home.
Shark EZ has a power consumption of 36W, power is typically measured in watts (W) and can vary among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors. An overheating indicator in a robot vacuum serves many key purposes, making it a very important safety feature. It helps protect the Shark EZ from damage by detecting when key components, such as the motor or battery, are operating at temperatures that are dangerous.
Auto-off is a feature designed to automatically turn off the vacuum after it has completed a cleaning cycle or when certain conditions occur. Shark EZ 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 key addition that in a way promotes energy efficiency, prolongs the vacuum's lifespan, enhances safety, and adds convenience to the cleaning operations.
Self-emptying robot vacuum cleaners like the Shark EZ, are advanced robot vacuum models that have a convenient feature to empty their dustbins automatically. Also, Shark RV912S is self-emptying, it's important to note that self-emptying robot vacuums tend to be on the higher end of the price spectrum due to this advanced feature. This feature allows you to program a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a specific area in your space, Shark EZ supports this, which can be really useful for dealing with localized messes or busy areas.
The Shark RV912S also supports problem area cleaning, the problem area cleaning feature is a convenient way to address specific area messes or high-traffic areas without running a full cleaning cycle for your entire home. Shark EZ 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 EZ 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 trapped during cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the Shark EZ are equipped with various sensors and technologies to navigate around obstacles and avoid getting stuck, but the effectiveness of this feature can vary among different models. Both the Shark RV912S and Shark EZ have the "anti-stuck" feature, but 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 designed to help you control and restrict where the robot vacuum can and cannot go while cleaning. Both Shark EZ and Shark RV912S support virtual barriers, the ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for spaces having areas where the robot vacuum may become stuck. Shark EZ has a route mapping feature that enables it to create a map of your space and schedule efficient cleaning routes.
This mapping capability improves the vacuum's ability to clean effectively and systematically. Route mapping is an important feature as it makes it possible for robot vacuums such as the Shark RV912S to adapt to the layout of your space to work more efficiently and minimize the chance of missing certain spots. Voice prompts are audible messages that the vacuum emits to give you information on the different states of the vacuum.
Shark EZ has this feature
Auto-docking is a feature in robot vacuum cleaners that refers to the vacuum's ability to autonomously return to its docking station when predetermined conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Shark RV912S and Shark EZ 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. Most robot vacuum cleaners such as Shark EZ come equipped with an "cliff detection" feature.
This feature is intended to save 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 key 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 EZ has this convenient feature, which enables you to set certain days or times of day for the robot vacuum to start working. The scheduling feature in robot vacuums is particularly useful in keeping a consistently clean home without the need for manual intervention. Shark RV912S too allows scheduling.
Shark EZ 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 convenience and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
