Shark Ion Robot Vacuum: A Simple Definition

Shark Ion Robot Vacuum 750 Review

The assembly procedure is simple. It's all you need to do is put the side brushes into place and plug in the dock station. The body of the robot is made of hard plastic with a matte finish and feels sturdy overall.

It has limited physical automation capabilities and relies on random paths to navigate. It also has an unremarkable dustbin capacity, and there is no maximum fill sensor.

Battery life

The Ion Robot 750 has a battery life of 90 minutes at the highest suction power. It operates in an energy-efficient Eco mode as its default mode, but it is possible to switch between this mode and the more powerful 'Max' mode via the app. The app lets you control many settings, including scheduling the robot to clean during a time that suits you. The History tab of the app provides you with an entire report of each cleaning session to check if the robot needs to be recharged or not.

The ION Robot 750 feels well-made and has a long battery lifespan that should allow it to keep most rooms clean without needing to return to its dock. However, it has trouble with dirt on carpets with low pile and pet hair, and its automation features are not as advanced as those of the more expensive Shark AI Robot.

The Ion Robot 750 is not extremely maneuverable and relies on a random path to cover a large area. This can cause it to miss certain areas and often end up going back over the same area more than once. It can also get caught on cords and rugs. This robot takes around four hours to fully charge, even though it does not have a docking station that automatically completely emptys itself. You can detect when it's charging by observing its two lights, which will change from flashing white solid white when fully charged. You can also check the status of its battery using the app, which will show its current level in the form of a bar chart. You can use the app to create cleaning schedules and to activate extended cleaning.

Performance on floors with no flooring

Shark's ION robot is a budget-friendly choice that has a good battery performance and cleans floors efficiently. It isn't able to deal with carpets with low pile and is less sophisticated set of automation features compared to more expensive shark Self emptying cordless vacuum models.

It makes use of a Tri-Brush System to tackle dirt dust, debris, and dust from all surfaces, including corners and edges. It also works with the SharkClean app and voice control through Alexa or Google Assistant, letting you start and stop cleaning from any place.

Contrary to the smart-pathing iRobot Roomba 675, the ION Robot has mediocre maneuverability and tends to skip certain places while cleaning others multiple times. Its random pathing may cause it to become stuck under furniture, bump into obstacles like electrical wires, or be unable to reach certain places. It also can't take as much debris off rugs.

The ION Robot is compatible with Amazon Echo and Google Home. It can be activated by pressing the side button. It also has an infrared sensor that can sense if it's running out of battery and automatically return to its charging station.

The Shark companion app lets you toggle between three different power settings - the eco-friendly 'Eco mode' that is energy efficient and the default Normal mode', and the high suction Max mode. There are physical buttons on the top of the device that allow you to select these modes. The vacuum has two side brushes that help push debris into the direction of the main brushroll. It also has a handy bin that can be emptied by pressing the trash button on the top.

Performance on carpets with a low-pile

The Shark ION RV700 Series does well on low-pile flooring however it has a tough to deal with pet hairs or small particles. It's not very maneuverable, and its random pathing navigation system may be inefficient, causing it to miss spots and require to cover them more than once. It can also climb over rug tassels but occasionally gets stuck and could have to move around several times.

It has a small dust bin that has to be empty after every cleaning session. It isn't equipped with a sensor that will let you know when it is nearing the point of filling up. This could be frustrating in the event that your robot is on standby between scheduled cleaning sessions.

If you're looking for a reliable budget-friendly robot that can give you a thorough clean on floors that are unfinished and low-pile carpets, the Eufy 11S is an alternative worth considering. It's much easier to store than the Shark ION and it offers greater maneuverability, particularly on higher-pile carpets. However, it doesn't have the 'Max' power mode that the RV700 is equipped with and its dust bin isn't as big.

The iRobot Roomba E5 has a better build and a dirt compartment that has been upgraded, and is also less expensive. It also charges faster. However it has a lower battery life and doesn't handle rug as well. It comes with a smart app, and voice control can make it more useful for some users than the Shark. But if you want a robot that does a great job of vacuuming, and doesn't require WiFi connectivity or a smartphone, then the self emptying shark robot vacuum ION is a decent choice.

Performance on high-pile carpet

The shark robot vacuum mop combo ION RV700 Series is capable of picking up small particles from carpets with low piles and picking up hairs from a small dog bed however, it has a hard time with larger debris like cereal crumbs or melted chocolate. It also struggles to uproot the dirt that is embedded in a thick wool rug, such as a rug called a kilim or Persian rug. It could also get caught in tassels and wires on rugs that are heavier.

The robot isn't very maneuverable, and relies upon random routes to cover its area of coverage instead of mapping out and following efficient routes. That means that it can be unable to reach certain areas, while cleaning other areas more than once and doesn't detect magnetic boundary strips to prevent it from entering areas you don't want it in.

However, it's easy to control with the SharkClean companion app and is compatible with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa devices. The app can be used to remotely turn on and off your vacuum, change between power settings, have it return to its dock, plan an appointment for cleaning, and more. You can also create virtual boundary lines to prevent the robot from entering rooms you do not want to be in.

The app will also inform you if the robot is fully charged or charging. The robot's dustbin isn't big, though you'll have to empty it at the end of each cleaning session. Regularly changing the pre-motor and brushroll is also essential. If the vacuum is plugged into an extension cord, it is important to also periodically check it for tangled cables or other obstructions. The robotic vacuum can also fall down the stairs when placed too close to the stairs.

Overall

This model is an entry-level robot vacuum that feels well-made and has a excellent battery life. It also does a great job of cleaning pet hair and is able to work on flooring that is not clean. It's not the best shark robot vacuum at navigating obstacles and its navigation system is basic. This could lead it to miss certain areas of your house. It's expensive to maintain and requires frequent maintenance.

The eufy RoboVac11S is an excellent alternative to this model. It's less expensive, gets rid of pet hair more effectively on all surfaces, and performs better on flooring with low pile than the Shark ION Robot. It is also easier to store and the ongoing costs are less. It's not equipped with an automatic base station that removes the debris bin, so you'll need to empty it manually once it reaches its capacity.

The iRobot Roomba j7 is another alternative. It comes with many of the same features as the ION Robot, but is more expensive. It's more durable and comfortable to operate and has a bigger dustbin and can continue cleaning from where it left off after returning to its dock for charging. It also has the ability to set up virtual boundaries to prevent it from certain areas and comes with a range of advanced automation features.

The Shark Ion Robot, like most robotic vacuums has a companion application that lets you control its features and set cleaning time. Its main screen lets users to begin an entirely new cleaning task and change between power settings, and choose from various modes of operation. The application is available on Android and iOS, and it integrates with your smart home devices so you can activate certain basic functions with voice commands.