Hi, everyone! Welcome to Robotobzor! In this article we will review the Atvel F16 wireless washing vacuum cleaner. The device can fully wash the floor with clean water, while collecting dirty water in a separate tank. In addition, the Atvel F16 has a self-cleaning function at the station and the presence of an additional brush for cleaning low-pile carpets. Next, I will review and test the vacuum cleaner in detail, after that I will express my opinion if it is worth buying. The price is in the range $260-300, which is quite optimal for this type of device. Let’s start!
Package
Atvel F16 was delivered in this branded box:
The package includes:
- Main unit with tanks for dirty water.
- Floor charging station.
- Handle with control buttons.
- Stand for drying rollers.
- Power adapter.
- Removable battery.
- Tank for clean water.
- Replacement roller for cleaning carpets.
- Operating instructions.
- Tools for vacuum cleaner maintenance (brush and hexagon).
The package contains all the necessary accessories for the operation of the vacuum cleaner. Want to note that soon the manufacturer will provide the opportunity to optionally purchase a branded detergent to be added to the tank with clean water, which will increase the quality of floor cleaning.
Design
Now let’s see how the Atvel F16 washable wireless vacuum cleaner works. First you need to assemble it into working condition. We install a battery, a handle, and tanks with clean and dirty water. It is important to note that the tank for collecting dirty water is fixed with a button with a lock, and the tank for clean water is inserted all the way into the seat and pulled back in the same way.
Let’s start our review of the vacuum cleaner with the cleaning module. The roller is fixed with a special latch, it can be easily removed. The pile is very soft, which prevents scratching the floor covering. But at the same time, inside we see red elastic villi, which make it possible to better collect wool and hair on it.
This roller is the basic one and is suitable for cleaning hard floors. But if you want to clean carpets with low pile, you need to install a replaceable bristly roller.
An informative display is placed above the tank for dirty water, which shows the battery charge, the operating time of the vacuum cleaner, the cleaning mode and service messages. For example, that the dirty water tank is full, or that clean water needs to be added to the tank.
The tank for dirty water is equipped with a HEPA12 grade HEPA filter with mesh, while the cover of the clean water tank is equipped with a mesh filter to prevent litter from entering the water supply system.
On the handle we see the Atvel logo, as well as three mechanical control buttons: power on / off, selection of one of two cleaning modes and forced water supply to the roller.
I would only note here that Atvel F16 does not automatically supply water to the roller, you yourself, during cleaning, control the degree of wetting of the roller by pressing a button. Before starting cleaning, you need to turn on the vacuum cleaner and press the water supply button for about 10 seconds to moisten the roller so it will be ready to do its job.
As for the cleaning modes, there are 2 of them: Eco and Max. Difference in roller speed and suction power.
In general, the build quality of the Atvel F16 is average for its price segment.
Technical features
The main characteristics of the Atvel F16:
- Battery: Li-Ion, 2600 mAh.
- Vacuum up to 5500 Pa.
- Suction power up to 150 Aut.
- Working time: 28-31 min.
- Charging time up to 4 hours.
- Noise level: up to 70 dB.
- Tank for clean water: 0.68 l (23 OZ).
- Tank for dirty water: 0.45 l (15,2 OZ).
- Weight: 4.3 kg (17,6 ft).
The characteristics are standard, at the level of analogs.
Testing
Battery life
Let’s move on to the tests. First of all, let’s check the operating time of the Atvel F16 in Max mode. In my case, a fully charged battery lasted 26:37 hours. Practically as stated by the manufacturer. This time should be enough for full wet cleaning.
Noise level
But as for the noise level, in the Eco mode it is in the range of 73.7-74 dB, and in the Max mode the peak value was 75 dB. The actual noise level is higher than the declared one, but it is worth noting that in terms of noise it is the same as in other models.
Floor cleaning quality
More important to check how effectively this wireless vacuum cleaner copes with washing the floor and wiping off dirt. There will be several tests, from simple to more complex.
He copes with everyday floor cleaning without any problems, there are no puddles on the tiles even in the seams, the floor is clean.
But if you sprinkle sand on the floor, we see that the vacuum cleaner collects it without any problems, but with the reverse movement, part of the sand is smeared behind the working area of the vacuum cleaner. The fact is that when moving back, the scraper located behind the roller collects dirt on the other side of the roller. In theory, you just need to get used to using a vacuum cleaner in such a way as to minimize back movements. Well, again, this problem is observed when there is a large accumulation of debris on the floor, which is not entirely realistic. In general, there is a double impression of the quality of garbage collection. Another option is to pass the vacuum cleaner through especially dirty areas more slowly.
Next I will demonstrate the traditional test for washing vacuum cleaners with a broken raw egg on the floor and flour. If a similar situation happens while cooking in the kitchen. Atvel F16 copes with task very well, even collecting the shell.
The vacuum cleaner can also clean the floor from fresh, not dried dirt and traces of shoes, there are no special complaints about it. Just one remark – a narrow, uncleaned area remains along the plinth, where the roller is missing due to the design features of the cleaning block.
Well, the Atvel F16 copes very well with the collection of liquids. For example, if you need to collect spilled soup from the floor.
But if you decide to use it to wash difficult dirt, such as dried sauce and coffee stains, then keep in mind that this will take more time. First, the moistened roller should soften the stains, and then gradually begin to remove them. Because of the soft structure of the roller, the wiping quality of dirt is not too high, but on the other hand, it has a delicate effect on floor coverings and will not damage expensive parquet. Well, also remember that tests are happening only with clean water, without the addition of detergents. They should improve the quality of wiping off dirt.
Dry cleaning quality
In addition to washing the floor, you can use Atvel F16 for dry cleaning. After all, you yourself control the degree of wetting of the roller and if you install a dry roller and do not press the water supply button, it will remain dry during use. So, Atvel F16 copes well with collecting garbage of different structure. A small amount of unreachable litter remains along the plinth and corners. But most of the litter ends up in the tank for dirty water, and the roller does not wrap around wool and hair.
And if you install a special bristled brush, it can even be used to clean low-pile carpets, as in my example. The quality of cleaning carpets is at a good level, the main thing is not to turn on the water supply when using the vacuum cleaner.
Self-cleaning quality
Now I will demonstrate the quality of Atvel F16 self-cleaning. Before starting this function, you need to drain the dirty water from the tank, pour a sufficient amount of clean water into another tank, place the vacuum cleaner on the platform and press the button next to the display. The self-cleaning time is 1 minute. At this time, the vacuum cleaner supplies clean water, which rinses the roller and the entire suction channel. You just have to pour out the dirty water from the tank, remove the roller and place it on a special stand for drying. The self-cleaning quality is good, I have no complaints.
Summing up
The Atvel F16 was reviewed and tested in detail. I will share my opinion about this model. What I liked:
- Suitable for both dry and wet cleaning.
- Able to clean carpets.
- The quality of the floor cleaning is above average.
- Self-cleaning function.
- Long working time.
- Removable battery, so you can buy another one and increase the total operating time of the vacuum cleaner.
- Full warranty support.
- The best price for a wireless vacuum cleaner.
Speaking about disadvantages, I have noted below:
- The backward movement of the vacuum cleaner may spill litter over the scraper. Here you need to get used to the correct operation of the device.
- It takes time to wipe off the dried spots.
- Does not cover a narrow strip along the skirting board.
In general, for me personally, the advantages are more significant, and the first 2 comments can be observed only in difficult conditions. And the last comment is a common characteristic of almost all washing vacuum cleaners of this design. It is much more important that with the Atvel F16 you can not only wash the floor, but also vacuum it like a regular wireless vacuum cleaner, and even clean carpets. That`s why, I think that the vacuum cleaner deserves attention and you can go ahead to purchase it. There are no critical comments.
Here, I would like to end this review. If you have any questions, ask them in the comments below the article. Happy tech shopping. Bye!
