360 S6, a robot that competes head-to-head with the Xiaomi Vacuum

Within the world of robot vacuum cleaners, there are companies that are not very well known in our country and that, however, make excellent products; The 360 ​​S6 vacuum cleaner is a good example of this.

If we talk about a high-end, solid, robust and well-functioning Chinese robot vacuum cleaner, many will think of Xiaomi. The Xiaomi Vacuum, in its different versions (or, in general, those manufactured by Roborock, the company that makes them for Xiaomi) have captivated many users due to their effectiveness and reasonable price.

360Company has focused since the launch of the S5 model on a similar market: High-end robots at mid-range prices. The S5 was a success, so the range has grown, with this S6 and with the  360 S7.

As a curiosity, Qihoo 360 Technology is one of the world's leaders in antivirus, with 360 Safeguard and 360 Mobile Safe, with hundreds of millions of users.

For many users, 360 robots have nothing to envy of Xiaomi/Roborock. And not only are they similar in name to those used by Roborock, but the appearance and operation is quite similar.

Even There are aspects in which 360 robots are superior to Xiaomi ones, as we will see in this review.

360 S6: our assessment

The 360 ​​S6 has obtained 94 rating points out of 100. It is a robust and powerful robot, capable of doing a good job on all types of surfaces.

Su advanced navigation system It allows you to navigate effectively and efficiently, cleaning up to 100% of the surface in less time, and it is manageable via app, which provides great convenience and versatility.

In addition, includes mop and scrubbing, so it can be a good alternative for those looking for a multifunction robot, capable of providing a more complete solution for home cleaning.

360 S6: What's in the box

360 S6: commissioning

As always, a long-term charge is recommended before putting the robot to work for the first time (for example, leaving it charging overnight). Subsequently, it will take between 2 and 2,5 hours to fully charge it, which provides an autonomy of up to 2 hours.

It is recommended to locate the charging base in a place as central as possible in the house, in an area where it has enough room to maneuver (however, this is not essential, since the 360 ​​S6 moves with great precision, so it has no problems in places with little space).

In addition, Its charging base has a wide infrared connection, which allows you to guide the robot with great precision until it reaches it.

The robot is manageable through the buttons on the top, to clean in automatic mode or to send it to the charging base, although to get the most out of it it is necessary to install the 360 ​​application.

Installing the app and Wi-Fi connection

This is perhaps the biggest drawback that some users will find, and that is that the application is not in Spanish. When you enter the store and search for the application, Chinese characters appear next to the 360, although then the application is in English. It is simple and intuitive, but it is worth reviewing.

On the other hand, when choosing the Wi-Fi connection, as is common in most robots, you have to choose the 2,4 GHz one. If your router is dual, you will have two networks, one 2,4 and another 5 GHz (which can support 5G or similar); You should choose the 2,4.

Once the app is installed, you will have to create a 360 account and log in. The application itself guides us in the installation process, which is simple. It is advisable for this first connection to place the robot near the router, to facilitate the process.

How the 360 ​​S6 works

As we mentioned at the beginning, many users compare the 360 ​​S6 with the Xiaomi/Roborock. The exterior appearance is similar, both in color and size (a few millimeters taller than the 360 ​​S6), and even in the movements, in the way of cleaning, first making the perimeter, and then "filling it in."

Its laser navigation system allows you a fluid, orderly and efficient navigation, cleaning 100% of the home surface, and finishing in less time than other robots.

The 360 ​​S6 includes the possibility of saving several maps, an aspect in which it is above the Xiaomi Vacuum 1 and 2, which can only save one. This is very useful if your home has several floors, or if you want to use the robot to clean different houses.

The laser sensor scans the environment 2.160 times per second, and thanks to its intelligent algorithm, it maps the home and runs through it efficiently, making M-shaped movements.

The S6 has 24 sensors, for more precise navigation. In addition to the laser sensor, the 360 ​​S6 includes an infrared sensor, which allows you to get closer to corners, corners or furniture legs, to achieve a better result in those difficult areas.

Its multiple anti-collision sensors also help the S6 to act with great precision and delicacy near furniture, approaching it until it touches it gently, without bumps.

As a curiosity, It is one of the few high-end robots that include two side brushes. Although robots with laser navigation do not theoretically need them, because they know how they are oriented, S6 has decided to keep the two brushes, aware that some users prefer it that way (and that, in some cases, it can also pick up something else).

In terms of power, the S6 reaches 1.800 Pascals, placing it at the same level as the Xiaomi Vacuum 1 (a little below the Vacuum 2 or Roborock S50, which reaches 2.000). Like these, it has a Nidec motor, brushless, of Japanese origin, which in addition to functioning well, has great durability, since it reduces friction.

It is a very good suction level, which places it at the top of the classification, and allows you to do a great job on all types of floors, both hard and carpets.

In silent mode, it works at 800 Pascals, which is enough for normal dirt on hard floors. In standard mode, it rises to 1.300-1.500 Pascals, which already provides a high degree of efficiency. In situations where there is more dirt, or for thick carpets, we can select the turbo mode, in which it deploys 1.800 Pascals, achieving an excellent result.

As usual in high-end robots, The S6 automatically increases power when it detects that it is on carpet, placing it at 1.500 Pascals.

In addition, It is capable of overcoming obstacles of up to 1,7 centimeters, so it has no problem with carpets of a certain thickness (in this case, it is also between the Vacuum 1 - which exceeds 1 centimeter - and the Vacuum 2, which is capable of exceeding up to 2 centimeters).

Regarding the battery, the 360 ​​is inferior to Xiaomi robots. Its 3.200 mAh lithium battery is smaller than its rivals (5.200 mAh), so It achieves a good autonomy, 2 hours, but below those manufactured by Roborock, which reach 2,5.

However, as is common in high-end robots, has loading and continuation; This way, if it doesn't finish cleaning the entire house, it will return to the base and, once loaded, it will resume cleaning where it left off, until it is complete.

As for the high efficiency filter, it is similar to that of the Xiaomi Vacuum 2, since it is washable, but achieves an efficiency of 95% in capturing dust microparticles, resulting in a great ally in homes with pets.

Management of the app

The application allows you to control the robot at any time and from anywhere: from work, on the street, in a cafeteria... This way, we can have a clean house whenever we want.

Thanks to the app, we have access to a multitude of features, such as:

Real-time visualization of the robot's work: we can see how the robot goes around the house (and also consult the work history).

Define areas to clean, or restricted areas, that we do not want access to. This is very useful if, for example, we do not want it to enter a room where a baby sleeps or the children's playroom; or also, if the S6 is scrubbing, since we can establish a carpet as a restricted area, so that it does not get wet.

Of course, We can program the robot, in a simple way, similar to how an alarm is programmed on a mobile phone., establishing aspects such as the power with which we want it to clean.

As a curiosity, As with Xiaomi devices, it is possible to "share" the robot, so that there are several users that they can handle it.

360 S6: scrubbing

The 360 ​​S6 is a multifunction robot, which includes mopping and scrubbing, so it can help us clean the home in a much more complete way than a robot that only vacuums.

The mop used dry can trap a large amount of dust, even if it is stuck to the floor, so it can be very useful in cleaning hard floors.. If we apply a specific cleaner for mops, the wooden floor can look spectacular.

As for scrubbing, it is sufficient for daily cleaning, thanks to the combined action of water and the microfiber mop.. Its operation is similar to that of the Xiaomi Vacuum 2, and its results are similar.

The scrubbing system of the 360 ​​S6 is not very sophisticated, and is below other models on the market, such as the Conga or the Deebot Ozmo, but it can be used to clean for the day.

When scrubbing, carpets can be marked as restricted areas, to prevent the robot from climbing on them and getting them wet.. When you finish mopping and return to the base, you should remove the water tank and the wet mop to prevent it from continuing to wet the floor.

Advantages of the 360 ​​S6 robot

Opinions about the 360 ​​S6

It's a great robot, collects all types of particles, both thick and thin. The first time the vacuum cleaner goes over the walls and builds a map of the floor, and then it cleans in quadrants. If you buy one, you won't be disappointed..

Awesome vacuum cleaner. It's my first robot, and it's much better than I expected. He quickly mapped out the house and I set him to cleaning. Somewhere in the process, the battery had dropped to 20% and recharged itself. When she was recharged, she returned to cleaning exactly where she had left off. I am very satisfied with your purchase, I would recommend it to anyone.

It is powerful and efficient. I love the idea of ​​it cleaning for me while I do other things.. Not only is this robot smart, but it is much more affordable than other options. Managing it is quite simple. It goes around obstacles without problems and is able to go from hard floor to carpet without difficulty. Every time you clean, you find dirt.

He's very smart, I hid the base under the guests' bed and he had no problem finding it. The application allows you to control endless functions and see how the robot is cleaning in real time. Cleans quickly, in 30 minutes, finished cleaning 3 rooms, a bathroom and a hallway. I was able to mark restricted areas, where I didn't want it to go, and it had no problems detecting obstacles and the edge of stairs. It is sturdy and well made. A good product!

This vacuum cleaner does a great job. Changes power when it detects you're on carpet, and comes with a mop for extra cleaning and scrubbing. The best thing about this robot is the mapping technology. Its laser scanner builds a map of the environment, and you can see the shape of your house and establish restricted areas, where you don't want it to go. I have a lot of cables in my office, and I don't have to worry about that anymore. (my previous robot got stuck in the cables).

Why buy a 360 S6

If you're looking for robot with excellent performance, powerful, effective and efficient, with laser navigation and manageable via app, at a fantastic price, the 360 ​​S6 is a great alternative.

If you want a robot similar to Xiaomi, that has the ability to vacuum and scrub, but at an even tighter price. If you want a robot manageable through app and that can save more than one map, or if you are looking for excellent results on all types of floors, the 360 ​​S6 may be the robot you need.

360 S6 vs Xiaomi

Below, we show you a comparison table, so you can see the differences between the 360 ​​S6 and the best-selling Xiaomi Vacuum: