Abir X6: A decent Chinese robot vacuum cleaner with camera-based navigation

The Abir X6 is a modern mid-range robot vacuum cleaner (priced at approximately $150) designed for both dry and wet cleaning of the home. It's designed for use on all types of flooring (wet cleaning is only possible on smooth, hard floors) and is equipped with a camera for scanning the room and mapping it to determine the optimal route. The robot also boasts powerful suction and can be controlled via a smartphone app, a feature not found on many affordable devices. Today, we invite readers to explore the product. robovac.washerhouse.com with a review of this interesting model.

Equipment

The robot is shipped in a traditional cardboard shipping box with a schematic diagram of the device itself and its name. Inside the protective box is another branded box with a plastic handle. It contains a brief description of the Abir X6's features, as well as its main functions and parameters.

Opening the robot vacuum's branded inner box, we find a set of instructions and manuals with brightly printed graphics, as well as a quick setup guide with a QR code for downloading the mobile app. The remaining components are then packed away.

What is included in the delivery package in addition to the accompanying documentation:

1. Robot vacuum cleaner.
2. Charging base.
3. Network adapter.
4. Two pairs of side brushes.
5. Dust collector.
6. Water tank.
7. A pair of microfiber cloths.
8. Spare HEPA filter.

It's worth noting that the robot vacuum cleaner does not come with a remote control or a motion limiter, but they are generally not necessary due to the app-based control.

Appearance

The robot vacuum cleaner is made of matte and glossy black plastic. Viewed from above, the device is round. The Abir X6 looks very dignified and stylish.

The front panel features the power and return-to-dock buttons and a small recessed area with a room-scanning camera. The top cover has a glossy finish with a patterned surface, making it less visible when dust settles on the case.

On the side of the robot there is a soft protective bumper, a mechanical on/off switch for the Abir X6 power supply, a socket for the network adapter, a button for removing the dust container and exhaust holes on both sides of it.

When viewing the robot vacuum cleaner from the back, you can see the modular side wheels, the swivel front wheel, the contact group for installation and automatic recharging on the base, the battery compartment, the side brushes and the turbo brush.

Thanks to the installed chassis, the Abir X6 robot is capable of overcoming various obstacles and thresholds up to 18 millimetres high.

Technical specifications

All important characteristics of the Abir X6 are summarized in the table:

Type of cleaning	Dry and wet
Power supply	Li-Ion battery 2600 mAh
Opening hours	120 minutes
Charging time	240-300 minutes
Cleaning area	up to 150 m2
Suction power	1800-2500 Pa
Overcoming thresholds	Up to 18 mm
Dust container type	Cyclone filter (bagless)
Dust collector capacity	600 ml
Water tank capacity	360 ml
Dimensions	300×300×76
Noise level	50 dB

The Abir X6 uses a 2600 mAh lithium-ion battery, which provides two hours of battery life. The device can clean up to 150 m² of space on a single charge.².

It's worth noting the robot vacuum cleaner's high suction power, from 1800 to 2500 Pa, which can be adjusted via a smartphone app.

Let's move on to a review of the Abir X6 functionality.

Functional capabilities

Despite its low price, the Abir X6 robot vacuum cleaner features camera navigation, which allows it to map the room and remember previously cleaned areas, eliminating the need to re-clean them.

The robot can perform both dry and wet cleaning. However, it can't do both simultaneously; it only does one at a time. The Abir X6 cleans wood floors, stone, tile, linoleum, laminate, and carpet equally effectively. Two side brushes and a central turbo brush assist in this task. The collected debris is sent through a suction port to a dust collector with a filtration system. The dust collector has a generous 600 milliliter capacity, so emptying it after each cleaning cycle is not necessary.

The 360-milliliter water tank is equipped with a pump that controls the amount of liquid applied to the cloth during cleaning and limits the flow when the Abir X6 robot vacuum cleaner is stationary and not cleaning the floor. The liquid flow rate can be adjusted in three levels. The wet cleaning speed can also be adjusted in the mobile app.

Advantages and disadvantages

Pros:

1. Optimal value for money.
2. Stylish modern design.
3. Large cleaning area.
4. Cross-country ability, maneuverability.
5. High suction power, adjustable.
6. Customizable operating modes.
7. Good dust collector capacity.
8. Wet cleaning.
9. Smart water tank.
10. Navigate using the installed camera.

There are no significant drawbacks, considering the functionality and price. The only important thing to keep in mind is that this is a Chinese robot, so there is no warranty or service included.

In summary, this is one of the best robot vacuums with a camera at this price. We recommend taking a closer look.

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