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The Best Shark Robot Vacuum

The IQ XL has a big dust bin which only needs to be emptied about once per month. It's quick and efficient, rarely is stuck and can help you map your home to make scheduling simpler.

It's not equipped with the advanced technology of the iRobot j7+, but it feels better-built and has lower recurring costs.

1. The IQ XL

The IQ XL is one of the few robots that can provide a true "set it and forget it" experience due to its clever features, like self-emptying and visual mapping. Its minimalist, all-black design will not get any awards for style, but it's sturdy and looks well-built. Its features make it a top choice for pet owners as well.

In our tests, we discovered that the IQ XL was able to take away a lot of dirt from floors. It also did well on low-pile rugs. It was able to maneuver around furniture and other obstacles, and also clear the edges of rooms. It was prone to push objects such as chair legs and dog food bowls too hard, however. It also had trouble picking large pieces of debris, such as sand and baking soda, from low-pile flooring.

You can control the IQ XL via the Clean and Dock buttons, or by speaking via voice command through Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also utilize the SharkClean app that is stylish and easy to use. After you've created your account, you'll be able to connect to WiFi and name the robot. You can also create an agenda and assign rooms.

The IQ XL has three power modes: Eco, which is energy-efficient, normal, and Max which is high-powered. It has two side brushes that help to draw in debris close to the edges of the robot's body and into the path of its main brushroll. Additionally, it comes with an Evacuate and Resume feature that allows the robot to return to its base to empty its trash bin before completing its cleaning cycle, but it can continue where it left off.

2. The IQ

shark self cleaning vacuum's IQ robot vacuum does a fantastic job of mapping out and creating virtual boundaries to avoid pet waste, lamp cords, and other obstacles. It can be controlled via a physical Clean & Dock button at the top of the vacuum or through the SharkClean App. It utilizes infrared sensors to keep it from stepping on the stairs and can also create an interactive map of your home that can be used to choose rooms to be cleaned. It has a self-emptying bagless base that can store over 30 days of dirt.

Like the other robotic vacuums we have tested, the IQ is quick and efficient and rarely gets stuck. It has a large bin in its base that only has to be empty every month. Its HEPA certified filter is simple to clean, and it is able to remove airborne allergies while it vacuums.

The IQ is a bit more expensive than other robotic vacuums we've looked at, but it provides better mapping and virtual boundary creation that prevents lamp cords and pet waste from getting swept in your carpet. It can also be controlled via a mobile app, allowing you to set a schedule and control it with your voice.

This model has a slim profile of 11.8 inches by 3 inches, which allows it to be placed under furniture that larger models such as the Eufy 11s or iRobot J7+ can't. It also has a built-in Wi-Fi router and can connect to your home's wireless router. The app lets you create an organizing routine as well as set up no-go zones and monitor the battery level, and much more. The only downside is that you must manually empty the bin, which can get messy as dust swirls all over.

3. The RV2502AE

The RV2502AE Shark's first robotic cleaner that uses LiDAR navigation, is a top feature that lets it navigate your home more efficiently and avoid obstacles. The previous robots from Shark all utilized V-SLAM, which is a navigation system based on cameras that is reliable but not as precise as LiDAR.

This is our most expensive runner-up, but it delivers lots of value for the cost. It is powerful in its cleaning capabilities and a variety of clever features, and a bagless self-emptying base that can store up to 60 days of dirt.

It is equipped with a long-lasting battery, and it returns automatically to its charging dock once finished or its internal battery runs low. You can control it using the intuitive app, using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant or by pressing the Clean and Dock buttons on the top.

You can choose three different power settings. Eco is the most efficient and energy-efficient, while using the lowest suction. Normal is the default setting that is ideal for most situations. Max provides the highest suction, however it drains batteries faster. It also has the ability to alter its cleaning schedule as well as set virtual no-go areas.

The RV2502AE has a few flaws that keep it from being our top choice overall. For one, it's taller than our runners-up, which means it's not able to be placed under low couches or TV stands. The V-SLAM's navigation system can struggle to navigate between cables, and the robot might be stuck on stairs or in corners.

It's a great choice for people who want a robot vacuum that can do both vacuuming and mopping.

5. The IQ Lite XL

Robot vacuums can make you feel like you're swapping one task for another, because they all need to be empty or cleaned often. However, the $599 shark 2 in 1 vacuum and mop robot IQ Robot Self-Empty XL RV1001AE slashes that frequency to once a month thanks to a base that is bagless that holds 30 days worth of debris and dust, and self-cleaning brushrolls that stop hair from circling around it. It was quick and efficient in our tests, never gotten stuck and was able to pull suction with great power. It also has an Find Robot button that helps you find the robot in the event that it goes missing, and it supports scheduling through mobile apps.

The IQ Lite is connected to your home Wi-Fi and you can control it via physical Clean and Dock buttons located on the top of the device, via the free SharkClean application for Android and iOS, or by voice commands with an Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant device. It uses IQ NAV advanced navigation technology to navigate around your home, and can even detect furniture that blocks its route. SharkClean uses several cleanings to create a map of your home. You can see an interactive map of the floor plan in real-time on the app, and label rooms, designate "no-go zones" or choose particular areas to be cleaned.

When the IQ Lite battery runs out it returns to its base and recharges itself. It then resumes the place it left. When it's enabled (it's turned off by default) this feature is known as Evacuate and Resuming, and it's especially helpful for households with pets. The IQ Lite XL robot is the only shark robot mop and vacuum robot we've tested with a special sensor to mark no-go zones. Other robots use their upward-facing cameras to accomplish this, but the sensor on the IQ Lite sits between the Clean and Dock buttons.