Polaris PVCR 0926W EVO
The Polaris PVCR 0926W EVO is a successful example of a fully automated robotic vacuum cleaner, boasting an attractive design, impressive performance, and a wide range of features for high-quality and effective cleaning of all types of flooring, including pile carpets. Our Polaris PVCR 0926W EVO review will help you get to know this relatively new robotic vacuum cleaner better.
Equipment
The Polaris PVCR 0926W robotic vacuum cleaner comes in durable, colorful branded packaging. It features an image of the device itself and a description of its key features and capabilities.
The basic delivery package includes:
- Robot vacuum cleaner.
- Charging dock.
- Power supply unit (adapter).
- Remote control.
- Two spare side brushes.
- Central turbo brush
- Spare filter and HEPA filter.
- Separate container for water.
- Microfiber cloth (usually a pair is included).
- Brush for cleaning the dust collector.
- Instructions.
Polaris robot components
Appearance
The Polaris PVCR 0926W EVO robot vacuum cleaner is designed in the best traditions of modern upper-midrange devices. However, its price is in the mid-price range, which is encouraging (the average price of this model in 2018 was $185).
A top-down view of the robot reveals its black, tempered glass upper body for added durability and elegance. Its compact size allows it to easily reach unfrequently reached areas of the room, removing accumulated dirt and dust. Overall, the robot vacuum cleaner has a discreet and attractive appearance, and will fit into any interior. The following photo confirms this:
The Polaris PVCR 0926W EVO doesn't have a display, but this doesn't detract from the overall impression. On the top, there's the main power button for the robot vacuum cleaner and a button for removing the dust bin for emptying (it slides out from the side) and inserting the wet cleaning container. On the side, there's a soft, slightly swivel-mounted bumper, a socket for the power adapter, and an on/off button.
When viewing the robot vacuum cleaner from the back, you can see two drive wheels on the sides, a front swivel roller, contact pads for automatic recharging of the Polaris PVCR 0926W EVO on the docking station, two side brushes, a central turbo brush, a battery cover, height sensors, and an area for attaching a microfiber cloth.
Bottom view
Technical specifications
The table below provides an overview of the technical characteristics of the PVCR 0926W EVO robot model:
| Battery | Li-Ion, capacity 2600 mAh |
| Battery life | 200 min. |
| Charging time | 300 min. |
| Maximum suction power | 22 W |
| Dust container type | Cyclone filter (bagless) |
| Dust collector capacity | 500 ml |
| Dimensions | 31x31x7.6 cm |
| Noise level | Up to 60 dB |
| Installation on the charger | Automatic |
| Sensors | + (infrared, optical) |
| Side brush | + (2 units) |
| Central brush | + |
| Soft bumper | + |
| Remote control | + |
| Fine filter | + |
| Separate water tank | + |
| Dust container full indicator | + |
| Timer | + |
Functional capabilities
The Polaris PVCR 0926W EVO robotic vacuum cleaner has two main functions: dry and wet cleaning. Cleaning can be performed using several programs: automatic; spiral cleaning for small cleaning areas; and cleaning along walls and corners.
Cleaning the corners
The Polaris PVCR 0926W EVO robot's movements and program selection can be controlled using the remote control by pressing the appropriate buttons. The robot vacuum also features a timer for programmable cleaning.
The cleaning process works as follows: the vacuum cleaner sweeps up debris on the floor with two side brushes, pushing it toward the center, where a turbo brush helps collect the remaining debris and direct it into the suction channel and then into the dust container. The dust container contains two filters: a mesh filter and a HEPA 12 filter. Therefore, the air leaving the vacuum cleaner is 99.97% filtered. The dust container itself is easily removed and cleaned. If you want to damp mop the floor, simply install the specially designed tank included in the accessories, fill it with water, and attach a microfiber cloth. The cloth is automatically wetted. The contents of the tank are enough for the Polaris PVCR 0926W EVO robotic vacuum cleaner to clean for approximately half an hour.
Carpet cleaning
The robot navigates using infrared obstacle sensors and optical height sensors. A soft bumper also helps prevent the vacuum cleaner from colliding with objects.
Advantages and disadvantages
Polaris PVCR 0926W EVO certainly has a number of undeniable advantages:
- The device is beautiful and has small dimensions.
- The battery is powerful enough and lasts a long time.
- Installation on the charging station is automatic, but you can also charge the device manually by connecting it directly to the network via a power supply.
- There is a remote control.
- Several cleaning programs.
- Timer.
- Full wet cleaning.
- Soft bumper, sensors.
- Two filters, including a HEPA 12 filter.
- Dust container full indicator.
Disadvantages of a robot vacuum cleaner (considering its price):
- There is no movement limiter included.
- The noise level is average.
- Does not create a map of the room, it is guided only by sensors.
- Long charging time.
In conclusion, I'd like to note that the robot vacuum cleaner does a high-quality job of cleaning rooms, and its wet cleaning performance is also impressive. On this high note, we conclude our review of the Polaris PVCR 0926W EVO. Thank you for your attention!
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