Tikom G8000 cleans all floor types, this comes in handy, since different rooms within your home may have various types of flooring i.e. carpets. If a robot vacuum is stated able to clean all floor types, it means that the vacuum is capable to clean flooring materials without much significant issues.
Shark EZ aslo cleans all floor types, this means that it too is designed to be versatile, giving best cleaning results on either hard floors or carpets commonly found in homes. The robot vacuum's ability to create a 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 space.
Mapping and navigation can be used for several purposes, for example the Tikom G8000 having the mapping feature can provide efficient cleaning in the mapped-out areas without accessing those that are not. Tikom G8000 has an obstacle sensor, this serves the purpose of detecting and identifying obstacles 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 environment, making it possible to navigate around furniture, walls, and other objects when cleaning a room thus avoiding damage to both the robot and its obstacles.
No-go zones is a feature of many advanced robot vacuum cleaners and Tikom G8000 is one of them. These zones are basicaaly digital boundaries or restricted spaces that you can set up preventing the robot from entering specific areas or rooms during its cleaning cycle. Many modern robot vacuum cleaners such as the Tikom G8000 are built to work with Amazon Alexa, which implies that they can be integrated with the Amazon Echo ecosystem and programmed using voice commands.
The Tikom G8000 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. Tikom G8000 has 4 cleaning modes, the number of cleaning modes supported by robot vacuums can vary widely depending on the make and model of the robot vacuum. Shark EZ, having only 3
has less modes than the Tikom G8000 by only 1
Robot vacuum manufacturers may offer different cleaning modes to provide users with flexibility and adaptability to different cleaning scenarios.
The Tikom G8000 has a period of 1 year, this typically range from 1 year to 2 years, however some higher-end models may give longer warranties. The Shark EZ, at 1 year
has the same warranty period as that of Tikom G8000. 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.
Tikom G8000 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 EZ 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. Tikom G8000's dustbin capacity is at 0.6L, dustbin capacity indicates how much dust, dirt, and pet hair the vacuum can hold before it needs to be emptied.
Shark EZ, at 0.2L
carries less dirt than the Tikom G8000 by only 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 Tikom G8000 has twin side brushes, these brushes can be useful for specific 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, allowing it to ruffle up and collect dirt and debris from these often-neglected areas. Different floor types require a robot vacuum to be at a given ground clearance so as to optimize performance. The Tikom G8000 can adjust its height to match this demand, for example, it may raise itself slightly when transitioning to a carpet to allow for 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. Tikom G8000 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 also can indicate when its dustbin is full, for a robot vacuum to show that it's full can improve the convenience of owning one since it minimizes the need for constant monitoring.
The Tikom G8000 weighs 2.8kg, robot vacuums are commonly designed to be lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and portability. Shark EZ, at 2.8kg
has the same weight as the Tikom G8000. 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
Tikom G8000 has a width of 325mm, often referred to as its cleaning path width, is the width of the area that it 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 space
Shark EZ, at 340mm
measures more in width than the Tikom G8000 by 15mm. A wider cleaning path can cover more ground in a single pass, shortening the time it takes to clean a room. Tikom G8000's height measures 79mm, here you are looking at the measurement from the bottom to its highest point.
Height is an important consideration, especially if you have obstacles with low clearance in your home. The Shark EZ, at 89mm
measures more in height than the Tikom G8000 by 10mm. When selecting 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 battery power of a robot vacuum cleaner is important as it determines how long the vacuum can run on a single charge. It is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), Tikom G8000's battery power is 2,600mAh
Shark EZ, at mAh2,450
has less battery power than the Tikom G8000 by only
A bigger capacity implies longer battery life which can be beneficial if you have a large space or if you would like the robot vacuum to complete cleaning cycles with less interruptions to recharge. 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.
Tikom G8000's operating time is 2h
The Shark EZ, at 2.4h
lasts more than the Tikom G8000 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. Tikom G8000 has a charge time of 5h, 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. Shark EZ, at 3.3h
spends lesser time charging than the Tikom G8000 by only 1.7h.
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. The operating power consumption of a robot vacuum cleaner refers to the amount of electrical power the vacuum uses while it's actively cleaning your home. Tikom G8000 has a power consumption of 58W, power is often measured in watts (W) and can vary among different robot vacuum models based on several consuption factors.
Shark EZ, at 36W
consumes less power than the Tikom G8000 with a difference of 22W. Lower power consumption can be more energy-efficient and cost-effective over time, however it may also affect cleaning performance, especially on carpets. That's right, many modern robot vacuum cleaners have the capability to mop floors in addition to vacuuming.
Such robot vacuums are often referred to as robot vacuum and mop models and Tikom G8000 is one of those robot vacuums
Self-emptying robot vacuum cleaners like the Tikom G8000, are advanced robot vacuum models that have the ease of use feature to empty their dustbins automatically. Also, Shark EZ 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. Problem area cleaning enables you to command a robot vacuum to focus on cleaning a particular spot in your space, the Tikom G8000 supports this, which can be particularly useful for dealing with particular area messes or busy areas.
Shark EZ also supports problem area cleaning, 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. Tikom G8000 supports a smartphone app, that allows you to control and monitor the vacuum remotely through your smartphone or tablet. Both the Shark EZ and Tikom G8000 have mobile application support, mobile apps enhance the user 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 stuck while cleaning. Robot vacuums such as the Tikom G8000 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 Tikom G8000 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 becoming stuck during cleaning.
Virtual barriers are typically set up and managed 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 during cleaning. Both Tikom G8000 and Shark EZ support virtual barriers, this ability to set virtual barriers is mostly useful for spaces having areas where the robot vacuum may encounter obstacles. Tikom G8000 has a route mapping feature which enables it to create a map of your space and schedule efficient cleaning routes.
This mapping capability improves 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 home to work more efficiently and minimize the risk of missing certain spots. Voice prompts are audible messages that the vacuum states to give you alerts on the different states of the vacuum.
Tikom G8000 supports this feature
Shark EZ also supports voice prompts, this feature is useful for you who like audible notifications or users who have visual impairments. Auto-docking is a feature that refers to the vacuum's ability to return to its docking station when certain conditions are met such as done with cleaning, battery running low, or any malfunction. Both Shark EZ and Tikom G8000 support this feature, considered a convenient feature because it ensures that the robot vacuum maintains its charge and readiness for cleaning with little or no manual intervention.
Modern robot vacuum cleaners such as Tikom G8000 come having an "cliff detection" feature. This feature is intended to prevent the robot vacuum from falling off stairs, ledges, or other elevated surfaces, hence its safety during operation. This safety feature that is also available on the Shark EZ 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 off a ledge during its cleaning cycle. Tikom G8000 has this convenient feature, which allows you to set specific 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 space with little or no manual intervention.
Shark EZ too can be scheduled. Water level adjustments are a feature usually found in both vacuum and mop hybrid models, such as the Tikom G8000, which are designed to vacuum and mop hard floor surfaces at the same time. Tikom G8000 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 enhances the ease and flexibility of robot vacuum usage, allowing for more efficient and customized cleaning routines.
