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The Shark i Robot Vacuum

The shark I robot vacuum is considered to be one of the top mid-range robot vacuums. It does an excellent job of cleaning and has neat features.

It does a thorough job of cleaning and utilizes row-by-row patterns to clean floors. It also works well on rugs, and can move over rug tassels.

Features

The Shark i has a number of notable features, including its intelligent navigation technology, as well as a self-emptying dock. Its IQ navigation system uses the grid system to clean rooms-by-room. This makes sure that no area of your home is left unclean. It also emptys the trash bin into the bagless base after each cleaning.

The i is controlled via both the SharkClean app and Amazon Alexa, so you can control it using your voice without the need for an extra remote. The vacuum also has a button on the top to manually operate the vacuum.

The app allows you to create a profile for your vacuum to name it, plan cleaning times and view the history of your cleaning. You can also create virtual boundaries to block the i from entering areas it could get stuck in or even knock over delicate objects. You can also select various power modes to help save energy when you are working in a tough environment.

It also has a pair of wheels that are grippy to help it get over obstacles such as the stairs or floor transitions. It is also able to detect and maneuver around obstructions like electrical cords, which are helpful for pet owners with small sheds of cats or dogs.

The i comes with three power settings. There's an energy-saving Eco Mode and a Normal Mode by default, and a Maximum Power mode. You can also create customized cleaning schedules for specific rooms or floors, which is great if you have a large home that requires frequent cleanings.

The i can be programmed to return to its dock and empty its dustbin, but you have to keep an eye on the battery life because it can overestimate how much runtime is left. It can also get confused and restart itself when you say 'Clean the Whole House', so you must be cautious about when you start or stop it.

Design

The shark ion robot vacuum i robot has a elegant design and a stylish appearance. Its main wheels are covered in rubber treads, which provide it with great maneuverability. It has a small footprint and is able to fit under most furniture. Despite its size, it can still climb over rugs with high piles and even reach under couches.

The robot is equipped with a variety of sensors that include the boundary and cliff sensors which allow it to map your home. It also has a vision module that can detect and avoid obstacles. The app lets you alter the robot's settings, plan cleaning sessions and review its history of cleaning. The app is easy to use, however it isn't able to create virtual no-go zones.

While the Shark i robot is a ideal choice for floors with no floor 360 Robot Vacuum however, it is unable to pick up large pieces of debris such as pet hair, and it can get stuck on surfaces with a lot of clutter. The dirt compartment can also be overflowing and make it difficult to empty it after cleaning. The vacuum also doesn't have a self-emptying dock, so you'll need to empty the dust bin once it is full.

The battery of the vacuum is short and runs out often before it can return to its base. It is also a bit loud and the app does not allow you to choose certain areas to clean. As such, it's best utilized in conjunction with another robot vac, rather than as a standalone machine. The benefits of delegating your vacuuming duties to robots is evident. The iRobot Roomba has superior mapping and navigation abilities and also an automatic dock that empty itself. It's also less expensive than the Shark i robotic vacuum.

Cleaning Performance

The Shark IQ vacuums well even though it's hard to master to the robotic sound. It isn't confused and doesn't repeat steps as do older Shark robots, such as the ION85 or the RV871. The iQ does a fantastic job of mapping your home. It creates an app-generated map which lets you label the rooms so that it knows where it's moving.

It is a struggle with floors or rugs. While it is able to pick up small pieces of debris, it could be overwhelmed by pet hair and larger items like rice and cereal. The dirt compartment may fill up quickly and its suction capacity will start to diminish as it fills. This type of robot isn't suitable for bare floors or carpets with piles that are high. It also has a tendency to clog easily when it comes into contact with furniture that is tangled or tipping and hanging items such as rug tassels and electrical cords.

Fortunately, it's easy to clear these problems by emptying the bin in its base. It also automatically empty its contents into the bin when it is full, which eliminates the effort of emptying the trash bin after each run. The extra-large bin needs to be emptied every 30 days, which lowers ownership costs over the long run.

You can also make use of the SharkClean app to set different cleaning modes, view its battery life, make a schedule, see your history of cleaning and set virtual boundaries to prevent it from entering rooms where it may be stuck or hit fragile objects. The iQ can be controlled by hand using its remote, which comes with directions arrows that guide it through your home.

Battery Life

This robot vacuum has excellent battery life even in its high-suction "Max" mode. It can run up to an hour in this mode, which is more than enough time to complete most cleaning tasks. It also comes with an energy-efficient "Eco" mode that can extend the maximum running time of the robot to over 160 minutes. This feature is helpful if you frequently switch between rooms or are worried about running out of batteries while using the robot.

This robot vacuum also has a number of impressive automation features. The companion app lets you check the remaining battery life and then assign it to a particular area, pause or resume cleaning, and set various power modes. It also supports voice commands if you have a compatible Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant device and has physical boundary marking strips to ensure it stays out of certain areas.

This Shark model is adept at maneuvering, but isn't able to handle large amounts of debris, particularly if the dirt compartment is stuffed. It's also susceptible to get caught on tassels for the rug or electrical cords, and it could get stuck between the legs of chairs.

Overall all, the Shark IQ 360 robot Vacuum vacuum is a solid option for those seeking a basic robot that's easy to use and has decent mapping capabilities. However it's not a superior alternative to the Roborock S7 for most purposes. The Roborock S7 is more durable and comes with lower maintenance requirements. It also incurs lower costs. It recharges faster and has a longer battery life, and performs better when on carpets and bare floors.