Shark EZ Robot Vacuum – Self-Emptying Base Station
Most robot vacuums require you to empty your dust bin often, which can add an additional task to your daily cleaning routine. The base station of this shark 2 in 1 robot model holds a large bin that only needs to be emptied once a month.
This model is more efficient cleaning and Mopping with shark’s ai vacuum on floors that are carpeted or bare It also has lower costs for recurring expenses and requires less maintenance and has longer battery life. It also can maneuver over obstacles such as electrical cords, for example, more easily.
1. Easy to empty
The robot vacuum from Shark comes with a self-emptying bag that is not bagged. It is designed to remove dust dirt, pet hair and dirt from multiple floor types – hardwood floors and carpets. It also collects small and large items, such as shoes, cords, toys and even shoes. It is a good option for families that have pets, since it has an external carbon filter that neutralizes smells. It is easy to maintain and clean, making it an ideal option for any home.
The SharkClean App makes it simple to connect and control the device. The app lets you to schedule entire-home cleanings or you can choose to focus on particular rooms or areas you’d like to clean now. It is also compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, which makes it easy to start, stop or schedule a clean-up using voice commands. The app displays an indicator for the battery. The robot will automatically return to the dock or Self-Empty Base at completion of a cleaning cycle and then recharge. It will then resume the next time it is scheduled to clean, picking up where it was when it left.
One benefit of this model is that it has an enormous capacity bin which enables it to take in more debris than some of its competitors. It also excels at picking up short hairs from medium pile carpet. It is also good at maneuvering around rooms with narrow spaces. It also has great suction capacity. This is evident from the results of both our high-pile and low-pile carpet tests as well as its performance.
There are a few disadvantages. For one, the shark robot vacuum doesn’t have a LIDAR sensor that can provide more precise room mapping. Although it is able to avoid obstacles by detecting and recording common household objects like toys or furniture however, the only way to create permanent no-go zones is to manually use the app to do so. The robot will have to modify the area if it is removed from its base. This means that any mapping progress and no-go zones you create will be lost.
2. Easy to clean
If you’re thinking about buying a robotic vacuum, you should think about how easy it would be to maintain and keep clean. A lot of robots are comprised of a number of components that require regular cleaning. They can also get stuck on items like dog toys, cords or socks. This can take a lot of effort to remove the obstructions, and it can be a challenge to get them back in operation.
The Shark EZ Self Emptying Robot Vacuum comes with a low-maintenance robotic shark vacuum that comes with a large bin. The Shark Clean app, Alexa or Google Assistant can be used to begin and end cleaning sessions with the use of a voice command. The app lets you schedule home cleaning, look over your records of cleaning and more. This vacuum cleaner comes with many features, such as the ability to clean several floors, and to return automatically to its dock to pick up where it was when it left.
This robot vacuum’s smart navigation technology helps it avoid obstacles and navigate around things such as furniture and clutter. It features a sensor that points upwards between the dock and Clean buttons. The sensor can identify distinct reference points to map your home. Shark Clean’s application allows users to view an interactive map, label rooms, and create virtual no go zones. It may take a few cleanings before it can map your home.
Another bonus of this Shark robot is that it comes with many cleaning options to meet your requirements. It’s able to clean both carpeted and hard floors, and its powerful motor is capable of eliminating pet hair, dirt, and other debris from most surfaces. The Self-Emptying mode will empty the dust bin when it is full. This will spare you the effort of emptying the bin manually after every run.
The Shark EZ Robot Self-Emptying vacuum is cheaper than the iRobot Roomba i7, though it lacks many of the latest features. It has a larger dustbin that’s attached to its base station. It also feels better-built and has fewer components that require regular maintenance. It’s also a good choice for those who are looking for a reliable, low-maintenance robotic that performs admirably on carpeted floors and can also pick pet hairs from high-pile carpeting.
3. Easy to maintain
The Shark EZ Robot Self-Empty doesn’t have a remote, but it’s simple to operate by hand. The top of the unit has the physical Clean and Dock buttons that can be pressed to operate. You can also use the app or voice commands, or Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa for operation of the unit.
Like many robotic vacuums, this one comes with a large dust bin that emptys into the base after each run. The bin is bagless and therefore you don’t have to deal with the removal and replacing filters However, the larger bin will need to be empty every month. The bin can be taken away easily and the contents dumped in a matter of minutes.
It is also essential to keep the hygienic aspects of the robot clean. The sensor, brushroll and filter should be periodically cleaned using an enzymatic cleaner or placed in a baking soda solution to get rid of odors from musty smells and prevent bacteria build-up. It’s important to keep an eye on the battery and power level, which can be easily monitored with a quick glance at the status lights.
It’s a good idea take all objects off the floor prior to the initial map-making exploration run. Cleaning expert Solomon suggests removing shoes and socks, cords, dog toys, and other items that could be removed by the robot. This unit took about 40 minutes to map my home. Once complete I was able to view and label the map on the app, create no-go zones, and schedule cleanings.
The app is well-designed and easy to use, but it can freeze occasionally. It is possible to use the app to change suction power modes or schedule cleaning sessions. You can also see the robot’s charging and battery status, monitor its progress in mapping and set up push notifications. You can also create virtual no-go zones with the app, however this feature requires a full map to be drawn.
The Shark EZ Robot was compatible with both Alexa and Google Assistant. This means that you can control the robot with either of the services. It has a Find Robot Button to help you locate the device. There is also a 1-year limited warranty covering manufacturing and material defects.
4. Simple to operate
Shark EZ Robot Self Empty is a top option if you’re looking to get a robot that will take care of the heavy lifting for you while you’re away. It is a great physical automation capabilities, and it can be connected to Amazon Alexa or Google Home devices to control the voice. It’s simple to set up straight out of the box, and all it takes is that you put its two side brushes into place and place the base on the mat. You’ll need to connect it to the power source and make sure it has a safe spot to rest after each cleaning session. This will prevent it from being knocked out of its course and losing its mapping progress as well as virtual no-go areas.
When it’s time to empty the bin and dispose of the garbage, the Shark EZ Robot Self-Empty automatically dumps its contents (a bit loudly) into the base for easy removal and disposal. It can hold up to 30 days worth of trash before it needs to be emptied so you don’t need to get it out for a quick clean up very often. Its large dust bin is a major advantage, and it’s bagless so you don’t need to worry about re-filling bags.
The only thing that stops this robot from being completely hands-off is the fact that you still have to take it out for regular maintenance and empty it at least once per month, but it’s still an impressive improvement from doing these tasks manually. It’s not equipped with the LIDAR navigation system that is found in the more expensive Shark AI Ultra Robot. However, it is still capable of clearing obstructions and clear debris.
The Shark app allows you to schedule a daily cleaning. It will return to its home at the end of each cycle, and empty the contents. You can program it to return at a specific time if you wish.
