iLife robot vacuum cleaners: reviews of the manufacturer + review of the best models

Not long ago, iLife robotic vacuum cleaners appeared on the robotic equipment market, but they have already managed to win the trust of users.Even the cheapest of them are quite functional and have good characteristics. In addition, owners are pleased with trouble-free operation in all available modes.

We suggest that you familiarize yourself with the best models of robotic cleaners from the iLife brand. The article presents their technical characteristics and describes the functionality provided by the manufacturer. The rating of iLife robots we presented was compiled based on the opinions of service center technicians and reviews from real owners of the equipment.

Characteristics of robot vacuum cleaners from Chuwi

The first robotic cleaning device under the Chuwi brand was released in December 2014. This is Chuwi iLife V3. Country of origin: China. Both the first and all subsequent models are multifunctional assistants that improve the quality of life.

In recent years, the company has expanded the robotics market with a number of new models, including 3 series:

• V, which includes models with indexes 1, 3, 3S, 3S Pro, 5, 5S Pro, 7, 7S Pro.
• A - 4, 4S Pro, A6.
• X — X5, X432, X620.

In addition, the T4 robot was released. Regardless of the cost and availability of various options, all units have a modern design.

Robotic vacuum cleaners from Chuwi are distinguished by their simplicity of design, ease of control, reliability and laconic design.

Users always note in their reviews the good quality-to-price ratio of the products. Each of them falls under the definition of “budget option”, because... There is no overpayment for the brand.

Among the advantages, owners of these robotic vacuum cleaners name:

1. 1. Compact dimensions and elegant appearance.
   2. Good suction power.
   3. High-quality air filtration.
   4. Successfully overcoming obstacles.
   5. Effective cleaning of wool and hair.
   6. Easy to use and minimal maintenance effort.
   7. Availability of an ultraviolet lamp and scheduled cleaning options in some models.

The fact that the instructions are written in Chinese and English is not acceptable to everyone. The devices are equipped with a British power connector, which does not always fit our sockets, so some people simply change it.

Analysis of reviews shows that many are satisfied with both the level of cleaning and other characteristics. Some users are not satisfied with the infrequent, but still occurring, failures when the front sensors are activated and the noise level.

Chinese origin does not prevent iLife robot vacuum cleaners from having high technical characteristics and performing their functions efficiently

iLife automated vacuum cleaners do an excellent job with their main task - cleaning premises. The label affixed to the outer box contains basic information about the product. All inscriptions are in English.

Let's start the review of models with packaging. It is double, and no information can be gleaned from the inscriptions on the outer box unless you can read Chinese. There is a label on the end of the corrugated cardboard box. It indicates the weight of the product, dimensions, and energy consumption.

For easy comparison of the functionality and characteristics of iLife vacuum cleaners, a summary table has been compiled. You can use the data provided in it as a guide when choosing a suitable model.

The inner packaging is more presentable: thick cardboard, glossy, and has a comfortable handle.

The main thing is not this, but what is inside:

• instructions in English;
• the robotic vacuum cleaner itself;
• charging base;
• power board;
• spare filters;
• trash container;
• remote control;
• brush for cleaning filters and containers;
• spare brush;
• microfiber cloth attached to the plate.

Not all products have a central brush. Trash container capacity, suction speed and other parameters may vary significantly.

Model #1 - iLife V3S Pro

The relatively inexpensive device cleans both hard and carpet surfaces. The kit includes: charging station, remote control, filters, adapter and batteries, side brushes, instructions, and a brush used to clean the dust bin. There is no traffic limiter here.

The white plastic body of the robot has a round shape. Dimensions (300x300x70 mm) allow the device to clean the space under furniture.

Cleaning programming is done via the remote control. The process takes from 90 to 120 minutes on an area of ​​up to 100 m². The robot weighs only 2 kg and is used only for dry cleaning. Excellent for collecting coarse particles and pet hair. Dust container capacity: 0.3 liters.

There are buttons on top: “Clean”, “Push” and 6 status indicators, and on the side there is an “on/off” button, a bumper, and a connector. Below are two driving wheels and one rotating one, as well as a pair of side brushes.

The device has three operating modes: automatic, local, perimeter cleaning. Orientation sensors protect the vacuum cleaner from any troubles associated with falls and collisions.

Model #2 - iLife A4s

This robot from the A series does not have a large set of functions. The main thing is that there is a central brush.Combined with great suction power and the ability to adjust it, this is a good option when you don't have a lot to spend.

The robot is supplied with a power supply rated at 19 V and a current of 0.6 A. There is also a charging base, spare brushes (2 pcs.), a remote control with backup batteries, consumables, and a manual.

Chuwi iLife A4s operates in several modes: AUTO - main, automatic - button CLEAN, local - SPOT, manual and MAX.

The plastic case of the iLife A4s, painted to look like metal, has the shape of a circle, its height is 76 mm. There is one illuminated button on the top. When the light is flashing orange, it means the battery is getting low or charging.

When moving, as well as when charging is complete, the green light turns on. If a mode is selected, flashing green appears and flashing red indicates an error. The switch to turn it off and the connector for charging directly are located on the side.

The front part of the case is surrounded by a protective buffer with rubber strips. The wheels with rubber tires located at the bottom are motor-driven. There is also a rotary roller - a displacement sensor element.

The Ilife filtration system is three-stage. First, everything that the vacuum cleaner sucks in goes through an initial cleaning through a fine mesh. The next protective layer is a layer of foam rubber, and then there is a HEPA filter that filters out fine dust.

The robot's sensors are not able to prevent collisions with thin legs of chairs and tables, because they simply do not notice them. For a vacuum cleaner, such troubles pass without consequences due to the low speed of movement.

The robot vacuum cleaner does not see completely black surfaces, and it bypasses obstacles of lighter colors around the perimeter.Carpets, if they are not very thick, clean well. To clean a specific dirty area, there is an option to force the selection of a motion vector.

During operation, it makes almost no noise, so it will not wake up the sleeping person or interfere with watching a TV show, but it moves chaotically and can clean the same place more than once. This model does not have a daily schedule, which is not entirely convenient.

The iLife A4s automatic cleaner weighs 2.2 kg. The battery capacity is sufficient for the robot to clean for at least 2 hours. After the charge is depleted, the vacuum cleaner automatically returns to the docking station.

Model #3 - iLife A6

This unit is a new development. It contains the most advanced solutions:

1. Gen 2 CyclonePower™ three-stage cleaning system.
2. Tangle Free technology combined with BladeAway spiral brush.
3. New Gen 2 Energy Base docking station.

The lithium-ion battery has a capacity of 2600 mAh, providing operation for 160 minutes.

The developers of iLife A6 have reduced the thickness of the case to a minimum - 70 mm. With such dimensions, the robot can also clean under furniture.

The smart vacuum cleaner kit includes:

• Remote control, charging module;
• rubberized turbo brush;
• HEPA filter optional;
• side brushes - 2 pcs.;
• power unit;
• batteries - 2 pcs.;
• a virtual wall that creates a barrier that the device will not cross;
• instructions;
• care items.

The iLife A6 case is made of tempered black glass and looks stylish and elegant. There are sensors that help the robot navigate in space and detect obstacles. They are built into the moving bumper located at the front.

Tangle Free technology in tandem with the BladeAway rubber brush is ideal for solving difficult dirt extraction problems.

On the opposite side there is a button that is used to pull out the dust collector. In working condition, you can see a glowing button on the front panel; it is designed to automatically start the unit.

The main brush is located in the center of the bottom, above it is a niche for the battery, and below it is a dust container. There are brushes on both sides of the battery niche, and a mobile roller in front.

iLife A6 is suitable for cleaning both wooden and marble floors, ceramic tiles, and carpets. Before performing its direct functions, it divides the space. Next, it systematically cleanses each zone.

The robot performs local cleaning (Spot), in automatic mode, in maximum mode, around the perimeter, according to a given schedule. In the process, it can overcome inclines of 15°. In the first case, it moves along a spiral trajectory. The starting point is the middle of the room; over time, the grip diameter gradually increases.

In maximum mode, the device turns on maximum suction power. Automatic regulations provide for a review of the room with subsequent determination of the trajectory of movement. When working around the perimeter, iLife, moving along the baseboards, cleans the edges of the room.

In addition, the device has the function “Mini room" It is used for cleaning in small quantities. The “Automatic charging” option allows you to force the vacuum cleaner to return to the base for charging.

The device is equipped with a sensor that prevents falls. It quickly establishes the location and changes the movement vector. Even when cleaning a narrow sofa, the robot vacuum cleaner will not fall off it.

As a disadvantage, we can note the absence of a rubber buffer.Contact with furniture or other obstacles can damage not only the object, but also the robot itself. The volume of the waste container is small, so you will have to clean it often. The HEPA filter needs to be changed every six months.

Model #4 – iLife V5s Pro

Upon external inspection, the iLife V5s Pro leaves a pleasant impression. The golden top of the case, the modern design - it all looks elegant and sophisticated. The model's equipment is standard: docking station, remote control, power adapter, filters, additional side brushes, napkins and holders for them, water container, instructions.

The functionality of the device allows you to constantly keep your home clean without any effort on your part.

There are three main modes:

1. Auto. It will work as long as the charge lasts, choosing directions of movement independently.
2. Local. Used to remove stains in a given area.
3. Edge cleaning. The unit goes around the perimeter of the room, removing debris and cleaning corners.

The infrared remote control allows you to set a specific cleaning time and automatically start the device. The model not only copes 100% with dry cleaning of the floor, including under furniture, but also climbs onto carpets and cleans them with no less quality.

This device is a modified version of the model iLife V5. The main way it differs from its predecessor is the second container for wet cleaning.

An additional bonus in iLife V5s Pro is the wet cleaning option. In this mode, the robot wipes floors. Liquid is supplied to the microfiber cloth through two holes on the base of the body from a water tank with a capacity of 0.3 liters.

The power button and the button for opening the dust container are on the front side. Remove the container with dust from above.The dust collector is equipped with two stages of filtration. Large debris is collected by a mesh filter. Smaller particles are retained by a HEPA filter.

As a result, the advantages of the device include:

• modern design, compact;
• maneuverability;
• powerful battery;
• presence of sensors and protective sensors;
• soft bumper;
• high suction power.

The disadvantages are expressed in the small diameter of the suction hole, the absence of a movement limiter and automatic water supply in the kit. Cleaning scheduling is limited to one day.

Model #5 – iLife V7s Pro

The iLife V7s Pro robot is an improved vacuum cleaner model iLife V7s. It was released 2 years after the appearance of the very first robot - in 2016. The water tank is located in the body and holds 0.5 liters, while iLife V7 held 0.3 liters. With this amount you can wash a significantly larger area of ​​floors.

The dust container is designed so that on one side, debris collected by a roller enters it, and on the opposite side, through an opening with a smaller diameter, purified air is discharged outside.

Dust, suspended particles contained in it, animal hair remain inside the container. Thanks to the sufficient battery capacity (2600mAh), the unit can operate without recharging for 150 minutes.

The speed of the robot during wet cleaning is slightly lower than during dry cleaning, since the weight of the rag is added, and it also passes through obstacles more slowly.

The attractive design of the device should also be noted. The main color of the body is golden pink while its predecessor was blue. The top cover is equipped with two keys: “Clean” and a button that, when pressed, opens the top.

The vacuum cleaner is insured against damage as a result of errors made during use by having a built-in protection system. If you forget to insert one of the containers inside, the vacuum cleaner simply will not turn on and will give a warning signal.

The brushes in this model are arranged in a V-shape, which improves the quality of cleaning. This assistant is well oriented in space, since its maneuvers are guided by a system of sensors. It will not hit furniture or fall down stairs. An option such as programming the day and time of cleaning is also very convenient for users.

There is a special socket on the right side to connect charging. For movement, it is equipped with two rubberized wheels. The height of the suspension allows you to overcome obstacles with a height of 30 to 50 mm.

The front part has a quick-release swivel caster. Below it is an optical sensor, and next to it are floor sensors.

There are ventilation holes here at the bottom. Passing through them, the water flowing out of the container wets the mop. There is also a label at the bottom with the requirements for the battery and power board stated on it, and next to it is an “on/off” toggle switch.

If you need to clean a particularly dirty area in your apartment, you can use the single-point cleaning option. The vacuum cleaner can independently search for a charging base if the battery is low.

The disadvantages include the fact that iLife V7s Pro does not know how to build a clear map of the apartment. It makes chaotic movements, but the cleaning result does not suffer from this.

The second point: in order to recharge, the robot must “see” the docking station. He finds it using an infrared ray, and if it disappears from the visibility zone, the unit will be completely discharged.

The vacuum cleaner cleans well the floor covered with linoleum, tiles, laminate, parquet in wet mode. It also cleans low-pile carpets well, but if you want an assistant to clean them in your absence, it is better to remove them. The unit may accidentally get stuck and then water will spill out.

Model #6 - iLife V55

This new product on the market of robotic vacuum cleaners has two house cleaning functions: normal and maximum. In the first mode it works almost silently. In the second, it cleans more thoroughly and faster, but the process is accompanied by increased noise.

The main advantage is high-quality wet cleaning. The operating status of the vacuum cleaner is shown by the LED display. It is possible to program for cleaning a limited area, the perimeter of a room, or the entire house.

IR sensors built into the bumper of the device ensure that the device avoids situations involving collisions and falls from heights.

Robust, large-diameter side wheels allow the robot to reach heights between the floor and fairly thick carpet. The change in direction is controlled by the front wheel. Wear-resistant side brushes effectively clean the corners of the room.

The vacuum cleaner easily copes with cleaning large areas and rooms with many obstacles. It can go a long time without recharging, and when necessary, it will find a base and recharge itself.

Model #7 - iLife X620

This device entered the market in 2017. The prototype of the model is the A6, but compared to the latter, this is an improved version. The robot can clean both dry and wet. The presence of a pile turbo brush allows you to clean carpets.

Control using a remote control allows you to adjust the suction strength, power, and install a virtual wall that limits the area for cleaning.

The top of the aluminum body of the vacuum cleaner has a pleasant pink color, and the sides are silver. The iLife branding on the body indicates the start button. The dust container opens from the end.

A rubber plug on the side masks the on/off key. There is also a mechanical bumper on the side, as well as a place to connect the power supply. On the lower base there are side wheels, a roller, brushes, a cover covering the battery compartment, and other elements.

In order for the robot to perform wet cleaning, the dust collector is disconnected and a water container is placed in its place. A napkin is fixed on this tank. Water is supplied to it using a built-in pump.

With wide functionality and good technical characteristics, the model is relatively budget-friendly. Among its advantages are a powerful battery, compactness, good obstacle clearance, a “smart” i-MOVE system, a virtual wall, and automatic water supply.

Cons: The scheduling option is limited and only works within one day. Noise during cleaning, especially when increasing suction power, is also a disadvantage.

To make a truly informed choice, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with competing offers. To make things easier, we offer a rating best robot vacuum cleaners, whose reliable operation has been confirmed by practice. We recommend reading this very useful article.

Conclusions and useful video on the topic

What criteria should you look for when choosing a robot vacuum cleaner for your apartment? This issue is covered in detail in the following video:

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Comparison of different robot models:

Any model of ILife robot vacuum cleaner does a good job of cleaning the floor from debris. Devices without a main brush clean smooth surfaces well, but are somewhat worse at cleaning carpets. The presence of a central turbo brush simplifies this task.

In any case, such a robotic device makes life much more comfortable.

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