Ashimo is a little-known brand in Russia, as sales of household appliances began relatively recently, in 2015, and only through online stores.
Now the Ashimo vacuum cleaner robots on the market are very poorly represented - only three models, differing in certain technical characteristics and, accordingly, in price.
The content of the article:
- Distinctive features of the Ashimo equipment
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Lineup Overview
- Model # 1 - Flatlogic 5314
- Model # 2 - Flatlogic 5315
- Model # 3 - Flatlogic 5517
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Opinions of users about the brand technique
- Positive feedback on Ashimo vacuum cleaners
- Negative opinions of the owners
- Conclusions and useful video on the topic
Distinctive features of the Ashimo equipment
Having studied the demands of customers, manufacturers decided to launch a trial project of three models. They analyzed the products most in demand, identified useful, from the point of view of the buyer, the characteristics and gave them their models.
In principle, cleaning robots do not differ from similar devices of other brands. If you compare models with competitors, then they can be called "average".
Japanese-made robotic vacuum cleaners are designed to perform dry and wet cleaning in areas up to 120 m². Differ in improved navigation and reliability (+)
However, manufacturers praised the quality of home robots, as the cost of vacuum cleaners is on average from 25 thousand. rub. for the most "weak" model 5314, and from 41 thousand rub. For the advanced vacuum cleaner 5517.
With the main functions - removing dust from the floor and wet cleaning - they cope perfectly.
In this case, the user is faced with the choice of mode. At first, this seems superfluous, but after testing there is always one or several optimal modes suitable for a given situation.
The brand advantage is a combination of well-known, but the best and collected together features of the robot vacuum cleaner.
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The robot is equipped with polymer brushes that scrape debris under the body, from where it is sucked into the garbage receptacle and is there until it is manually shaken out.
The design is made so that the robotic assistant equally carefully removes dust from both the smooth linoleum and the pile carpet
The round-shaped case allows a small-sized device to closely approach the corners that are difficult to clean - the corners, and the furniture is not a hindrance.
To set the desired program, it is enough to learn how to use the touch control panel. Additionally, the robot is equipped with a remote control
Dual Dust Cleaning System
Ability to handle different surfaces
Compact and well-chosen form
Comfortable control and programming system
Unlike conventional vacuum cleaners, the robot is fully automated. After selecting the mode, he independently performs all operations, and then becomes to recharge.
An interesting addition is the “virtual wall”. A device installed on the side and radiating invisible rays creates an obstacle for which the vacuum cleaner does not pass
One of the original developments of the company is the vSLAM navigation system. Its essence lies in the fact that, thanks to a set of sensors, the vacuum cleaner is oriented in space, is the route of movement, captures all zones of the floor and at the same time avoids collisions with furniture and other obstacles.
The robot quickly responds to the sudden absence of the base on which it moves. That is, approaching the stairs, it will not fall down, but will slow down, turn around and continue to work.
All three models perform the function of wet cleaning. Clearing the floor in the room with the nozzles moistened with water becomes full-fledged, all dust and animal hair is removed, the air is refreshed.
Lineup Overview
Technically, all three models are similar: each following - an improved and more powerful version of the previous one. Versions 5314 and 5315 are difficult to distinguish externally, since their design is identical. And the latest model, number 5517, is not only framed differently, but also surpasses the first options in some respects.
Model # 1 - Flatlogic 5314
If you do not need maximum power or charging speed, you can save a lot of money by buying a model Ashimo 5314.
This is a smart and nimble assistant, which rather quickly and accurately processes any provided surfaces: smooth laminate, rough tile, low-pile carpet.
Of course, wet cleaning carpet is not as successful as laminate, but it is not part of the task of a vacuum cleaner.
Body height - 8.9 cm. There are also lower vacuum cleaners available, but if the difference of 2 cm is unimportant and the budget allows, it is better to choose Japanese quality, that is, Ashimo
Specifications model 5314:
- type - a robot;
- type of cleaning - dry, wet;
- dust collector type - 0.6 l container;
- dimensions - 34x34x8.9 cm;
- weight with an empty dust collector - 2,8 kg;
- timer - yes;
- time programming - yes;
- programming by day of the week - yes;
- modes of operation - 3, around the perimeter, zigzag, spiral;
- number of speeds - 2, for dry and wet cleaning;
- max speed - 12 m per minute;
- work on recharging - 120 minutes;
- charging method - automatic;
- charging - 90 minutes;
- presence of sensors - yes, optical;
- the ability to adjust power - no;
- noise level - 55 dB;
- control panel - digital display, backlight;
- Included - 2 polymer brushes, accessories for wet cleaning, remote control, charging base.
Vacuuming with a fine filter is considered to be anti-bacterial. Dust is removed not only from the floor, but also from the air. Optional cleaning device - UV sterilizer.
The body of the robot is equipped with elastic shock-absorbing bumper with rubber trim. It protects the device itself from damage and the surrounding furniture from scratches.
The design of the device itself, the base and remote is attractive - it is immediately clear that the manufacturer has paid a lot of attention to the external design. The housing and remote control unit are equipped with displays and convenient panels, so using a vacuum cleaner is not only easy, but also pleasant.
Model # 2 - Flatlogic 5315
An enhanced version of the first model 5314. Cleaning produces even better, moves more actively - the speed of 4 m / min more than the predecessor.
Another significant difference lies in the duration of work - Flatrogic 5315 on one charge can remove 30 minutes longer than the 5314 robot.
Improved features mean that a little helper will quickly clean the room or can clean the floor in a room that has a larger area.
Model height is typical - 8.9 cm. This indicator for all representatives of Ashimo is the same as the diameter - 34 cm. While in the line of the manufacturer there are no more compact or large models.
If you need a vacuum cleaner with a reduced size, you will have to study the characteristics of other brands.
Specifications model 5314:
- type - a robot;
- type of cleaning - dry, wet;
- dust collector type - 0.6 l container;
- dimensions - 34x34x8.9 cm;
- weight with an empty dust collector - 2,8 kg;
- timer - yes;
- time programming - yes;
- programming by day of the week - yes;
- modes of operation - 3, around the perimeter, zigzag, spiral;
- number of speeds - 2, for dry and wet cleaning;
- max speed - 16 m per minute;
- recharging work - 150 minutes;
- charging method - automatic;
- charging - 90 minutes;
- presence of sensors - yes, optical;
- the ability to adjust power - no;
- noise level - 55 dB;
- control panel - digital display, backlight;
- Included - 2 polymer brushes, accessories for wet cleaning, remote control, charging base.
Like the previous model, Ashimo 5314 automatically performs a visual analysis of the room.
The robot chooses the safest route - carefully walks around furniture, looks in all corners, while carefully processing carpets and smooth surfaces.
Model # 3 - Flatlogic 5517
The smart robot 5517 finishes a line and differs in the maximum power.
The navigation specifics of the innovative model will be presented by the video:
Ashimo 5517 is recognized as the flagship model with an improved design and a longer battery life - 3 hours from the battery. At the same time, the speed of the vacuum cleaner is also higher - by 6 m / min compared with the first model of the brand.
The cost of a Japanese cleaning robot varies from 39 to 46 thousand. rub. At the same time, it is impossible to find this useful toy in the network folk markets - it, like other models, is sold only through the Internet
Specifications Model 5517:
- type - a robot;
- type of cleaning - dry, wet;
- dust collector type - 0.6 l container;
- dimensions - 34x34x8.9 cm;
- weight with an empty dust collector - 2,8 kg;
- timer - yes;
- time programming - yes;
- programming by day of the week - yes;
- modes of operation - 3, around the perimeter, zigzag, spiral;
- number of speeds - 2, for dry and wet cleaning;
- max speed - 18 m per minute;
- work on recharging - 180 minutes;
- charging method - automatic;
- charging - 90 minutes;
- presence of sensors - yes, optical;
- the ability to adjust power - no;
- noise level - 55 dB;
- control panel - digital display, backlight;
- Included - 2 polymer brushes, accessories for wet cleaning, remote control, charging base.
If you compare the characteristics of all models, you can easily notice their main differences: the maximum speed of movement is 12/16/18 m per minute, the battery life is 120/150/180 minutes. Accurate data on power is not found, but it is known that it does not change depending on the mode.
Externally, the robotic cleaners look pretty stylish, have a recognizable elegant design, the effect of which is increased by illuminating the case
Opinions of users about the brand technique
The manufacturer positions itself as a major developer of robotics, but such information could not be confirmed. All the equipment is quite “fresh”, so most of the reviews are devoted to testing the vacuum cleaner or analyzing the first months of its work.
Positive feedback on Ashimo vacuum cleaners
Customer reviews Ashimo household robotics often confirm the technical information provided by the manufacturer.
This is an argument in favor of Japanese equipment, which over the years has not lost its position and is always distinguished by excellent build quality and impeccable functionality.
A lot of enthusiastic reviews addressed to the designers of vacuum cleaners. Indeed, compared with the “boring” design of other worthy brands, representatives of Ashimo look stylish and bright
How long a robot is able to work, is it difficult to find spare parts, which fails in the first place, how reliable the battery is - it’s too early to answer these questions.
About 90% of buyers who did not spare the money and purchased relatively expensive "Japanese", speak of them only positively. Perhaps this is due to the fact that the models are still new and shortcomings have not yet had time to appear.
Users noted that the models correspond to the description declared by the manufacturer. This also applies to individual technical characteristics, the quality of cleaning, the trajectory of movement and the degree of floor treatment.
Here is just an incomplete list of points you like:
- vacuum cleaner quickly finds the base;
- the robot fulfills the stated time, and may act longer;
- the navigation system is really unique - it seems that the robot sees the premises and selects the most successful route;
- If you compare the quality of cleaning Asimo and analogues of other brands, it is much higher;
- brushes, bumper, body over time do not wear out and remain as new;
- modes differ fundamentally, and sometimes it is useful for cleaning the room around the perimeter or, conversely, only in the center;
- the technique is absolutely safe, and even children can operate it.
The design does not have a water tank, but wetted nozzles are enough to wipe a room of 15 m³.
If more thorough cleaning is needed, the nozzles are rinsed again and fixed in the bottom of the vacuum cleaner - the entire replacement process takes several minutes.
Negative opinions of the owners
Frankly negative reviews of the quality of cleaning were not found, but there are suspicions that the scammers are selling goods. Most of the published reviews are subjective and concern misunderstanding of technical nuances.
Many complain about the noise produced by the vacuum cleaner. But 55 dB for a robot moving on a hard surface and equipped with a suction system is a bit. Noise emit rollers, brushes, engine and fan, and silent cleaners do not exist
The second common complaint concerns the price of a vacuum cleaner. Even the model 5314 is worth more than 23 thousand. rub. For those to whom the cost seems overwhelming, there are many inexpensive models from other manufacturers - powerful, "long-playing", with a set of similar modes and features.
The main disadvantage is that there is a distrust of the goods sold via the Internet. It is difficult to say whether robots have a license and necessary certificates, can they be returned or exchanged - the information on the sites is rather scarce.
There are simply no service centers. However, video reviews prove that the equipment is efficient and, at first glance, copes with its functions.
Conclusions and useful video on the topic
Practical application of the cleaner:
Video from the manufacturer:
Judging by the reviews, the cleaning robots Ashimo do their job well. However, newcomers sold only through the Internet are always suspicious. If you are not sure about the quality of the goods, do not take the risk, but purchase a warranty model, which can be evaluated directly in the store.
