Polaris PVCR 1026

In this review, we'll be taking a look at one of Polaris' new products – the Polaris PVCR 1026 robot vacuum. At the time of writing, this model costs $160 ($223) on the manufacturer's website, placing it in the mid-price range. Below, we'll show you how the robot cleans, discuss its features, and whether it's worth the money. So, let's get started!

Equipment

Let's start with unboxing. The Polaris PVCR 1026 comes in a branded box, which contains:

1. Robot vacuum cleaner.
2. Operating instructions and warranty card.
3. Power supply for connecting the base to the network.
4. The charging base itself.
5. Remote control (+ batteries for it).
6. Spare corrugated filter.
7. Brush for cleaning the dust collector and central brush.
8. Side brushes (4 pcs., 2 spare).

Appearance

Now let's look at the robot vacuum cleaner itself. It's black. On top is a single button for automatic cleaning mode. There's no lidar or camera; the robot navigates using IR sensors, so its movements are random.

Below, we see two side brushes and a central bristle-petal brush. A soft-touch mechanical bumper is installed at the front.

The dust container is removed from the back of the robot by pressing a button.

It features a triple filtration system consisting of a pleated filter, a foam filter, and a mesh filter. The dust container itself opens for easy removal of debris. Incidentally, the container holds up to 500 ml of dry debris.

Technical specifications

Let's move on to an overview of the Polaris PVCR 1026's characteristics. Among the main ones, I would like to highlight:

Type of cleaning	Dry
Battery capacity	2600 mAh
Opening hours	Up to 120 minutes
Charging time	Up to 300 minutes
Dust collector capacity	500 ml
Body height	75 mm
Noise level	Up to 65 dB
Overcoming obstacles	Up to 15 mm

Functions

Now let's look at the functionality of this model. There is no mobile app control. The robot vacuum cleaner can be controlled using the remote control and a single button on the body.

Buttons on the remote control:

1. Enabling automatic cleaning mode.
2. Forced return to base.
3. Manual control of the corresponding buttons.
4. Start/Pause.
5. Setting the real time on the LCD display of the remote control.
6. Spot cleaning.
7. Quick cleaning (30 min).
8. Setting up scheduled cleaning.
9. Cleaning around the perimeter of the premises.
10. Increased suction power (maximum mode).

You can see how the Polaris PVCR 1026 cleans in our video review. We've also demonstrated cleaning tests on laminate, carpet, and across multiple rooms in the video:

Operating instructions

Before using your robot vacuum cleaner for the first time, we strongly recommend that you read the manufacturer's instructions, which are available in several languages.

You can download the operating instructions in electronic form by following the links: PVCR 1026 manual.

Let's sum it up

In conclusion, we will highlight the main advantages and disadvantages of the Polaris PVCR 1026, which we were able to discover during a detailed review.

Advantages:

1. Low noise level.
2. The quality of cleaning is above average.
3. Suction power adjustment.
4. 2 side brushes.
5. Bristle-petal central brush.
6. Availability of warranty and service.
7. There are spare consumables included in the kit.
8. Small body height.

As for the disadvantages, considering that the average cost of a robot vacuum cleaner is $160, I would like to highlight the following cons:

1. There is no precise navigation.
2. There is no movement limiter included.
3. Wet cleaning is not provided.
4. There is no control via mobile app.

In addition, the following comments were identified during operation:

• The side brushes fit tightly into their seats.
• The robot didn't always cross thresholds 2 cm high. In reality, the robot can easily cross thresholds up to 1.5 cm high.

Overall, it's a decent value for the money, considering the warranty and service included, and the robot performed well in its primary role. The aforementioned shortcomings left a mixed impression, but for those who don't find these drawbacks and concerns significant, we found no particular obstacles to recommending this robot. The Polaris PVCR 1026 is a fully-fledged mid-range vacuum for dry cleaning small spaces. It can even get under low furniture, such as a bed, cleans well on carpeted floors, and the controls are intuitive and easy to use.

That's all for now! If you have any questions about the robot, please ask them in the comments below. Happy shopping, everyone!

Analogues:

• Xiaomi Mijia Sweeping Vacuum Cleaner 1C
• iBoto Smart C820W Aqua
• Kitfort KT-553
• Eufy RoboVac G10 Hybrid
• VITEK VT-1804
• ELARI SmartBot Turbo
• Xrobot N1