REVIEW – I mostly walk around the house barefoot, so keeping the floors squeaky clean is essential. Vacuuming and mopping using the Ultenic MC1 vacuum happens thrice weekly. Visually, they look great, and I seldom feel any dirt underfoot, but I was surprised with the crud Ultenic’s AC1 Elite cordless wet/dry vacuum cleaner picked up.
What is it?
The Ultenic AC1 Elite is a cordless vacuum cleaner and mop.
What’s included?
- Ultenic AC1 Elite wet/dry vacuum
- Charging dock
- Power supply
- Cleaning solution
- Spare HEPA filter
- Cleaning brush
- User manual
Tech specs
- Model: Ultenic AC1 Elite
Charging input: 100 to 240VAC, 50/60hz
Battery capacity: 28.8VDC, 2500mAh
Rated power: 230 watts
Clean water tank capacity: 0.65 liters
Dirty water tank capacity: 0.5 liters
Weight: 9.48 pounds (4.3 kilograms)
Size: 43.3″L x 10.82″W x 8.66″H - Run time: Up to 50 minutes
- Self-propelled
- Intelligent voice prompts
- One-button self-cleaning
- Dual water tank separation
Design and features
The Ultenic AC1 Elite cordless wet/dry vacuum cleaner arrived in a large recyclable cardboard box.
The packaging was good, and there were no bumps or bruises.
The AC1 requires a minor assembly. The handle snaps into the body and secures with a satisfying click.
The power supply is “wall-wart” style and connects to a socket on the base.
Storage in the base for the cleaning brush, spare HEPA filter, and roller bar sand helps keep the components organized.
Electrical contacts in the base automatically charge the Ultenic AC1 Elite cordless wet/dry vacuum cleaner. From depleted to full was about three hours.
The reservoir for clean water clips onto the back.
Likewise, the tank for dirty water attaches to the front.
Buttons on the handle turn the AC1 on and off, select modes, languages, and automatic cleaning.
Performance
Atop the body is a dazzling color display, making the AC1 feel like it just beamed in from The Enterprise. A ring for dirt sensing levels surrounds indicators for “Smart Mode,” “Max Mode,” “Water Absorption Mode,” “Silent Mode,” “Auto Cleaning Status,” “Add Water,” “Dirty Water Pouring,” “Roller Brush Blockage,” and battery level. It’s an impressive array of information!
The Ultenic AC1 Elite cordless wet/dry vacuum cleaner stands by itself, an excellent feature that allows you to pick up or move obstructions without needing to prop it against a wall, lay it down, or return it to its base. When fully upright and locked, the vacuum enters “standby mode” and turns off the motors. The motors reengage when the body is unlocked with the press of a foot on the roller housing.
It’s self-propelled and pulls itself forward, begging to consume more grubby messes, spilled milk, and kitty puke (I know, gross, but that’s why you’re reading this review, right?). I could hear changes in suction power, which let me know that automatic dirt detection was doing its job.
After filling the clean water tank and adding some Ultenic cleaning solution, I took the inaugural voyage. Earlier that day, my robotic vacuum and Ultenic MC1 had both been on patrol, and my floors looked clean, debris-free, and shiny, but one pass showed me plenty of room for improvement. Thirty minutes of cleaning captured a shocking amount of dirt and crud. Yuck!
I was especially pleased with the weight and was able to use the AC1 on my stairs and entryway’s ceramic tiles, areas that are inaccessible to robotic companions and often neglected. Great Job, Ultenic!
After use, pressing the “Auto Cleaning” button flushes water through the AC1’s components, but keeping the internal parts clean is still essential. The roller brush and housing are accessible by popping the cover off with opposing buttons.
The included cleaning brush gets into all of the nooks and crannies.
The roller brush pivots out for rinsing and drying. It takes a while, so placing it in the base helps.
The wastewater tank also needs scrubbing. The upper basket captures larger debris, while smaller grains pass through with the wastewater.
Last but not least, rinse the filter.
What I like about the Ultenic AC1 Elite
- Cleans well
- Lightweight enough to be used on stairs and landings
- Self-cleaning
- Long battery life
- Cool display
What needs to be improved?
- Nothing
Final thoughts
I like to keep my house clean, and every bit helps. Even with multiple scrubbing companions, more yucky stuff can be eradicated. Ultenic’s AC1 Elite cordless wet/dry vacuum performs well and is lightweight enough to use in frequently overlooked areas. It’s easy to clean, has an impressive display, and has excellent suction, eradicating stubborn floor filth. Thank you, Ultenic!
Price: $259.99 from Ultenic, $299.99 from Amazon
Where to buy: Ultenic, Amazon
Source: Ultenic provided a free sample for this review but did not provide input, guidance, or editing before it was published.
