Polaris PVCR 1126W
This review will focus on a robot vacuum cleaner model released and available for sale in 2017: the Polaris PVCR 1126W. This device is suitable for cleaning hard and fleecy surfaces, and can also perform full wet cleaning in residential premises, hotels, offices, etc. It should be noted right away that in appearance, functionality, specifications, and even price, it is absolutely identical to its "brother" - the model PVCR 0926WHowever, the robot vacuum cleaner we're reviewing today is a limited edition, as its name suggests. Below, we've provided a review of the Polaris PVCR 1126W Limited Collection, allowing you to get to know this robot better.
Equipment
The Polaris robotic vacuum cleaner comes in beautiful branded packaging, which features a photo of the device itself and an overview of its main advantages.
The basic delivery package includes:
- The robot vacuum cleaner itself.
- Charging base.
- Power unit.
- Remote control.
- Spare side brushes.
- Mesh filter and HEPA filter.
- Wet cleaning unit (container, microfiber cloth).
- Brush for cleaning dust collector and filter.
- Instructions in Russian.
Polaris robot kit
As we can see, the composition is quite diverse, but the components do not include a movement limiter in the form of a magnetic tape or a virtual wall, which is a minus.
Appearance
The Polaris PVCR 1126W is made of high-quality black plastic with a tempered glass top. This gives the robot vacuum cleaner a distinctive elegance and sophistication. The compact, flat body allows it to reach under furniture for a thorough cleaning. Looking at the front of the robot, we see that there is no display; it features only the main start button and a button for releasing the dust bin, which is removable from the side.
Front view
The bottom of the robot vacuum cleaner looks like this: a pair of powerful side drive wheels that help the device overcome obstacles and thresholds, a front wheel for turning, two contacts for installing the Polaris PVCR 1126W on charge, a pair of side brushes, one turbo brush in the center, a compartment cover with a lithium-ion battery, and the bottom of the tank for wet cleaning, where a cloth is attached.
Bottom view
The side of the robot vacuum cleaner has a movable bumper with a small stroke, infrared collision sensors with objects, a connector for connecting the power supply, and an on/off button for the device.
Technical specifications
To understand the capabilities of the PVCR 1126W robotic vacuum cleaner, let's look at its technical specifications:
| Battery | Li-Ion; 2600 mAh; 14.8 V |
| Battery life | 200 minutes |
| Charging time | 300 minutes |
| Suction power | 20 W |
| Dust container type | Cyclone filter (bagless) |
| Dust collector capacity | 0.5 l |
| Wet cleaning tank | + |
| Noise level | below 60 dB |
| Setting up for charging | Automatic |
| Sensors | Infrared/optical |
| Side brush | + (2 pieces) |
| Central brush | + |
| Bumper | + |
| Remote control | + |
| Fine filter | + |
| Dust container full indicator | + |
| Timer | + |
Functional capabilities
Let's take a look at what you get with the Polaris PVCR 1126W. This robot vacuum cleaner can dry clean parquet, linoleum, laminate, tile, wood, pile carpet, and rugs, as well as wet mop hard floors. In addition to automatic operation, the robot offers additional features such as spot cleaning, which covers a cleaning area of approximately 1 meter. It can also navigate along walls (cleaning debris near baseboards and in corners), control the vacuum cleaner remotely, and set a timer to run the unit even when you're away.
Cleaning the floor in the corners
The robot vacuum cleaner cleans surfaces using two side brushes and a main turbo brush. A test demonstrated that the Polaris PVCR 1126W performs well on low- and medium-pile carpets. Its compact size allows it to reach into hidden spaces and clean even there. The robot's orientation is determined by signals received from infrared obstacle sensors and optical height sensors. A soft bumper helps prevent it from bumping into objects and protects the body.
The dust container holds 500 milliliters, enough for several cleanings without needing to be emptied. It features a mesh filter and a hypoallergenic HEPA filter that purify exhaust air by 99.97%.
Keeping the house clean
Wet wiping is possible by removing the standard dust container and installing a water reservoir, which should be filled with water before use. A microfiber cloth should also be attached to the bottom of the robot vacuum, which will be evenly moistened through special holes throughout the cleaning process. The water reservoir is sufficient for half an hour of operation.
Advantages and disadvantages
The Polaris PVCR 1126W doesn't boast any extraordinary features or fancy hardware. However, for its mid-range price (around $185), it's quite well-equipped and boasts a number of advantages, which are summarized below:
- Nice design, high-quality execution and assembly.
- Compact overall dimensions.
- Automatic installation on the docking station.
- Powerful battery.
- Timer, several modes, wet floor mopping.
- Main brush, remote control included.
- There is an indicator of the dust container filling level, as well as two filters inside it.
- The operation and maintenance of the vacuum cleaner is very simple.
Among the robot vacuum's shortcomings are the lack of a motion limiter, the inability to map rooms, and the long charging time at the base. Overall, the model isn't the best in its price range, but it's still well worth the price. Polaris fans will love it.
That concludes our review of the Polaris PVCR 1126W. If you own this robot vacuum, please leave your feedback in the comments!
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