The Shark i lidar robot vacuum Vacuum

The Shark i robot vacuum is a fantastic mid-range robotic. It does a great job of cleaning and has cool features.

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

Features

The Shark i has a number of standout features, including its smart navigation technology and self-emptying dock. Its IQ navigation system uses the grid system to keep rooms clean, ensuring that no area of your home gets overlooked. It also emptys its dustbin into the bagless base after each cleaning, making it totally hands-free.

The i can be controlled by both the SharkClean app and Amazon Alexa, so you can control it with your voice, without the need for an extra remote. The vacuum also has a button at the top that allows you to operate the vacuum.

The app allows you to create an account for your vacuum and name it, schedule cleanings and check the history of cleaning. You can also set virtual boundaries to prevent the vacuum from getting into areas where it might get stuck or hit something fragile. You can also set different power modes, so you can reduce energy consumption on tasks that are difficult.

It also has a pair of wheels that are grippy to help it get over obstacles like stairs or floor transitions. It is able to detect and navigate around obstacles like electrical cords. This is helpful for pet owners with small shed cats or dogs.

The i comes with three power settings. There's an Eco Mode which is energy efficient, a Normal Mode by default, and a Max Power mode. You can also make customized cleaning schedules for specific rooms or floors. This is ideal if you live in an extensive home that requires frequent cleaning.

It can be programmed to return to its dock automatically and empty its dustbin. However, you should keep an eye on its battery life since it can overestimate how much time is left. It can also be confused and restart if you tell the i to 'Clean the Home' which is why you need to be cautious when you begin or end it.

Design

The Shark i robot has a sleek design and a premium appearance. The main wheels are covered in rubber treads which give it 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 reach under couches.

The robot is equipped with multiple sensors that include the boundary and cliff sensors which allow it to map out your house. It also comes with a vision module which can detect and avoid obstacles. The app lets you manage the robot's settings, plan cleaning sessions and review its history of cleaning. The app is simple to use, however it does not allow you to create virtual no-go zones.

The Shark i robot can be an excellent choice for those with no floors. However, it's not able to remove large quantities of debris like pet hair. It can also get stuck on surfaces that are cluttered. The dirt bin can get full and make it difficult to empty after cleaning. The vacuum doesn't have an automatic emptying dock. You will have to empty the dust bin manually when it gets full.

The battery in the vacuum is small and it will run out frequently before it can return to its base. It's also quite noisy, and the app doesn't allow you to choose certain areas to be cleaned or skip. It's best used in conjunction with another robot vacuum rather than as a stand-alone machine. The value of delegating your vacuuming duties to robots is unquestionable. The iRobot Roomba, on the other hand, comes with superior mapping and navigation capabilities, as well as an auto-emptying dock. It's also less expensive than the Shark i robotic vacuum.

Cleaning Performance

The Shark IQ vacuums well however it isn't easy to master the robotic sound. It doesn't get lost and retrace its steps like older Shark robots (like the ION 85 or commercial Robot vacuum RV871). The iQ does an excellent job of mapping your home. It creates a map within the app, which allows you to identify the rooms so it knows where it's going.

It struggles with bare floors or carpets. It can take in small particles however pet hair and larger objects like rice and cereal can overwhelm it. Additionally the dirt compartment is quickly filled and may begin to lose suction power as it gets full, making this robot less than ideal for bare floors or high-pile carpets. It can also clog up when it comes in contact with furniture that is tangled, or furniture with a tipped edge.

It's easy for you to solve these issues by emptying its bin at the base. The dust bin automatically empty into the bin when it's full. This eliminates the need for having to manually empty the dust bin at the end of each run. The extra-large bin requires emptying every 30 days. This will lower the cost of ownership in the long run.

You can also make use of the SharkClean app to set different cleaning modes and view the battery life, create schedules, look at your cleaning history, and even create virtual boundaries that block it from entering rooms where it may be entangled or knock over fragile objects. The iQ can be controlled manually with its remote, commercial robot vacuum which has directional arrows to guide it through your home.

Battery Life

This Commercial Robot Vacuum vacuum has excellent battery life, even when it's on its high-suction 'Max' mode. It can last for an hour in this mode and that's more than enough time for the majority of cleaning sessions. It also comes with an energy-efficient "Eco" mode that can extend the maximum running time of the robot to over 160 minutes. This is an excellent feature to have if you frequently switch between multiple rooms or are concerned about running out of battery power when using the robot.

This vacuum cleaner also has numerous impressive automation features. The companion app allows you to see the remaining battery life, to send the vacuum mop cleaner robot to a specific area, pause or resume cleaning, and select different power modes. It also supports voice commands if you own a compatible Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant device, and comes with physical boundary marker strips to keep it out of certain areas.

Although it's maneuverable, this Shark model struggles to suck away bulky debris, especially when its dirt compartment is full. It is also susceptible to getting stuck on rug tassels and electrical cords, and can become stuck between the legs of chairs.

Overall, the Shark IQ robotic vacuum is an excellent option for those who want an affordable robot that has decent mapping capabilities and easy-to-use features. It's not better than the Roborock S7 in most cases. It's more sturdy and more robust, is less prone to maintenance requirements, has lower costs for recurring expenses, recharges faster, offers longer battery life, and performs better on carpets and floors with no carpets, and moves over obstacles more easily.