Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo: A twin of the popular Genio Deluxe 500
The Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo robot vacuum cleaner is designed to keep your home or apartment clean. It can independently dry clean floors of debris, dirt, and dust, as well as wet mop them with a damp microfiber cloth. This model is suitable for cleaning hard flooring (laminate, parquet, stone, tile, linoleum, etc.), as well as carpets and short-pile carpeting. Wet cleaning is only performed on smooth floors made of moisture-resistant materials. The Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo robot costs between $19,780 and $24,990. We'll cover a detailed description of the Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo's design, features, specifications, and functionality in the review below.
Equipment
The robot comes assembled (with battery, dust collector, and turbo brush) with all components in a branded cardboard box with a convenient plastic handle and a plastic bag. The box features an image of the robot itself and a list of its main features and specifications.
The Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo delivery kit contains:
- Robot vacuum cleaner.
- Floor-standing charging base.
- Power adapter.
- Remote control.
- Two AAA batteries.
- Spare pair of side brushes.
- Water tank.
- Spare microfiber cloth.
- Replaceable HEPA filter.
- Brush for cleaning the dust collector.
- Operating instructions.
- Warranty card.
Appearance
The robot vacuum's body is made of plastic and has a round shape when viewed from above. The main color is silver, with individual elements in black and light gray. Its dimensions are compact: 310 x 310 x 76 millimeters.
The Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo's front panel features a round power button in the center and two additional control buttons on each side. Above that is an LCD screen with status indicators.
Top view
The front of the robot features a spring-loaded protective bumper with a rubberized pad and obstacle sensors. The waste bin is ejected from the rear by pressing a special latch. Also visible here is the power switch, a port for connecting the AC adapter, and a port for charging the battery directly from the wall.
Side view
The bottom of the robot vacuum cleaner features a swivel caster, a pair of large drive wheels, two side brushes, a central turbo brush, a battery compartment, and charging contacts. A closer look at the Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo also reveals infrared cliff sensors on the back, which prevent the device from falling from stairs and other elevated surfaces.
Bottom view
Technical specifications
Let's take a look at the technical specifications of the Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo robot vacuum cleaner:
| Type of cleaning | Dry and wet |
| Battery type | Li-Ion 14.8 V |
| Battery capacity | 2600 mAh |
| Opening hours | Up to 130 min. |
| Charging time | Up to 300 min. |
| Suction power | up to 1000 Pa |
| Power consumption | 25 W |
| Dust collector capacity | 500 ml |
| Water tank capacity | 300 ml |
| Dimensions | 310x310x76 mm |
| Noise level | Up to 60 dB |
Functional capabilities
The Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo robot vacuum cleaner features two main functions: dry and wet cleaning. During dry cleaning, the robot's side brushes direct debris toward the center of the base, where it is captured by the main turbo brush with rubberized fins. The suction port then draws debris and dust into the dust bin, where even the smallest particles are captured thanks to a mesh, foam, and HEPA filter. The dust bin has a capacity of 500 milliliters. Dry cleaning is possible on all types of flooring, including carpets and rugs.
The Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo robot vacuum cleaner has the following operating modes (programs):
- automatic (classic) – the robot first cleans the area around the perimeter, and then moves on to the entire cleaning area;
- Navigation mode – cleaning the space along parallel lines using GyroInside navigation technology (based on a gyroscope), which allows you to automatically detect remaining uncleaned areas of the room;
- “maximum” – a mode that uses increased suction power;
- local – cleaning of small, most contaminated areas with a robot vacuum cleaner using spiral movements;
- Along the walls – Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo cleans the floor only along the perimeter of the room, including cleaning in the corners.
Orientation in space
In addition, the robot has a delayed start and a timer that can be set for each day of the week.
If you need to damp mop the floor, fill the designated container with water and attach the cloth to the bottom of the robot vacuum. Since the Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo uses SmartDrop technology, the cloth will be evenly moistened throughout the entire cleaning process, preventing puddles and streaks.
Operating instructions
This manual is included with the Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo robotic vacuum cleaner. It contains information about the device's design and components, technical specifications, an overview of operating, cleaning, and maintenance recommendations, safety and disposal requirements, and other useful information about certification, service, and warranty obligations.
You can download the operating instructions in Russian by following the link: PVCR 0930 SmartGo manual.
Advantages and disadvantages
In conclusion, we will highlight the main advantages and disadvantages of the Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo, which we were able to discover after a detailed review and test.
Advantages:
- Gyroscope-based navigation.
- Dry and wet cleaning.
- Electronic regulation of water supply and suction power.
- The kit includes spare consumables.
- Small body height.
- 2 years warranty.
- Low noise level.
- The quality of cleaning is above average.
As for the disadvantages, considering the price of about $230, compared to competitors, the disadvantages are as follows:
- No control via app.
- There is no virtual wall included.
- A bit overpriced considering the standard functionality and specifications.
Overall, the robot vacuum cleaner performed well and left no negative impression regarding cleaning quality. However, it also didn't offer any particular surprises. This model is suitable for those looking for a robot vacuum cleaner with a warranty and service, suitable for both dry and wet cleaning. It also requires a device without unnecessary bells and whistles and easy-to-use controls.
Finally, we recommend watching our video review of the Polaris PVCR 0930 SmartGo:
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