Shark Robot Vacuum: A Simple Definition

The Best shark robots Robot Vacuum

The IQ XL has a big dust bin which only requires emptying every month. It is quick and efficient and is never stuck and can map your home to make it easy to schedule.

It might not have the advanced technology of the iRobot j7+ but it is more durable and has lower recurring costs.

1. The IQ XL

The IQ XL is one of the few robots to offer a true "set it and forget it" experience thanks to its intelligent features, like visual mapping and self-emptying. Its utilitarian, all-black design won't get any awards for style, however it is solid and well-constructed. Its features also make it an excellent choice for pet owners.

In our tests, we observed that the IQ XL was able to remove a large amount of dirt from floors. It also performed well on low-pile rug. It was also able to navigate furniture and other obstacles easily and was able to maneuver its way to clear the edges of rooms. It was known to push things like chair legs or bowls of dog food a little too forcefully. It also struggled to soak up large bits of dirt from carpets with low pile such as sand and baking soda.

You can control the IQ XL by pressing the physical Clean and Dock buttons or by communicating with it through voice commands using Alexa or Google Assistant. The SharkClean App is easy to use and attractive. Once you've created your account, you'll be able to connect to WiFi and name the robot. You can also make an agenda and assign rooms.

The IQ XL has three power modes: energy-saving Eco normal and Max, which is the most powerful. It comes with 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. It also has an Evacuate-and-Resume function that lets the robot return to its base and empty its trash bin after completing a cleaning cycle. The robot will then restart exactly where it left off.

2. The IQ

Shark's IQ robot vacuum does an excellent job of mapping and creating virtual boundaries to keep away from pet waste, lamp cords, and other obstacles. It can be controlled by a physical Clean & Dock button located on the top of the vacuum or through the SharkClean App. It uses infrared sensor to keep it off of steps. It can also be used to create an interactive map to pick rooms to clean. It also comes with a self-emptying bag that can hold over 30 days of dirt.

Like the other robotic vacuums we have tested, the IQ is quick and efficient and never gets stuck. It has a large bin at its base that has to be empty once a month. Its HEPA certified filter is easy to clean and filters out airborne allergens as it vacuums.

The IQ is more expensive than some of the other robotic vacuums that we have reviewed however it is better at of mapping and creating virtual boundaries to prevent lamp cords, pet waste and other dangers from getting swept into your carpet. It can be controlled via a mobile application, which allows you to set up an agenda and control the vacuum using your voice.

Another advantage of this model is that it has a low 11.8-inch-by-3-inch profile, which means it's able to be placed under furniture the larger models like the Eufy 11s and iRobot j7+ couldn't. It comes with a Wi-Fi radio that is built-in and connects with your router at home. The app allows you to create an organizing schedule, set up no-go zones and also check its battery level and other details. The only downside is that you need to manually empty the bin. This can be messy, as dust will travel all over.

3. The RV2502AE

The RV2502AE shark self empty stick vacuum's first robot cleaner to use LiDAR navigation, is a top feature that allows it to navigate your home better and avoid obstacles. Prior to this, the company's robots were all equipped with V-SLAM, which is a camera-based navigation system that is reliable but not as precise as LiDAR.

This is the most expensive of our runners-up, but it delivers many benefits for the additional cost. It is a powerful cleaning machine, plenty of smart features, and a bagless self-emptying base, which can hold up to 60 days of dirt.

It is equipped with a long-lasting battery, and it returns automatically to its charging dock when it is fully charged or its internal battery is low. You can control the robot using its intuitive app, by using your voice using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant or by pressing the physical Clean and Dock buttons that are on top.

You can select from three power settings. Eco is the most efficient in terms of energy consumption, and also uses the least suction. Normal is the default setting and is suitable for the majority of scenarios. Max offers maximum suction, but drains the batteries more quickly. It can also customize its cleaning schedule as well as set virtual no-go areas.

The RV2502AE has some drawbacks that make it not our best overall choice. It's taller, and isn't able to fit under TV stands or sofas. Also, the V-SLAM navigation may have difficulty navigating through cords and is sometimes stuck in corners or on stairs.

It's still a good choice for those who want a robot vacuum that can vacuum and mop.

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 frequently. However, the $599 shark ion robot vacuum and mop IQ Robot Self-Empty XL RV1001AE slashes that frequency to once a month, thanks to a bagless base that can hold 30 days of debris and dust, and a self-cleaning brushroll that stops hair from circling around it. It worked quickly and efficiently in our tests, never gotten stuck and had a strong suction power. It has a Find Robot Button that helps you locate the robot if it gets lost. It also lets you schedule through mobile applications.

The IQ Lite is connected to your home WiFI and can be controlled by the physical Clean and Dock buttons located on the top. You can also control it via the free SharkClean App for Android and iOS or voice commands through an Amazon Alexa device or Google Assistant. It utilizes IQ NAV advanced navigation technology to navigate your home, and it can even identify furniture that is blocking its path. It takes a few cleanings to identify your home's layout and you can also view a live interactive map of your floor plan in the SharkClean app to name rooms, create no-go zones or choose specific areas to clean.

When the IQ Lite battery runs out, it returns to its base and charges itself. It then resumes where it left. This feature is turned off by default, is known as Evacuate and Resuming. It's especially useful for homes with pets. The IQ Lite XL is also the only shark wand Vacuum self empty robot we've tested that has an exclusive no-go zone sensor. Other robots use the upward-facing camera to mark no-go zones, but the IQ Lite's sensor sits between its Clean and Dock buttons.