The Shark i Robot Vacuum

The Shark i robot vacuum is a fantastic mid-range robotic. It does an excellent job of cleaning and comes with interesting features.

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

Features

The Shark i has a number of standout features, including its intelligent navigation technology and self-emptying dock. Its IQ navigation system uses the grid system to clean room-by-room, meaning no part of your home is left unnoticed. It also empties the dustbin into the baseless bagless after every cleaning.

The vacuum can also be controlled by Amazon Alexa and the SharkClean App, so there is no need for a separate remote. The vacuum also has a button on the top of the unit to operate the vacuum.

The app lets you create an account for your vacuum, name it, schedule cleanings, and view cleaning history. You can also create virtual boundaries to prevent the vacuum from entering areas where it might get stuck in or knock over objects that are fragile. 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 grippy wheels to help it over obstacles like stairs or floor transitions. It can also detect and navigate around obstacles like electrical cords, which can be beneficial for pet owners who have small shedding dogs or cats.

The i comes with three power settings that include an energy-saving Eco mode and an initial Normal mode, and a high-power maximum mode. You can also create custom cleaning schedules for individual rooms or floors. This is ideal if you live in an extensive house that requires frequent cleaning.

The i can be programmed to return to its dock and empty its trash bin however, you must be aware of the battery life since it frequently underestimates how long it has 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 elegant design and a classy look. The main drive wheels are covered with rubber treads, allowing the robot excellent maneuverability. It's small and can be placed under most pieces of furniture. It is able to climb up carpets with high piles and get under couches despite its size.

The robot has multiple sensors that help it map out your home, including cliff and boundary sensors. It also comes with a vision module which can detect and avoid obstacles. The app lets you control the robot’s settings, schedule cleaning sessions, and look at its cleaning history. 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 is not able to pick up large debris such as hair of pets. It also gets stuck on cluttered surfaces. Its dirt bin can get stuffed, making it difficult to empty after a cleaning session. The vacuum does not have a self-emptying dock. You will have to empty the dust bin manually when it gets full.

The battery of the vacuum is short and it runs out often before it can return to the base. It's also a bit noisy and the app does not allow you to select certain areas to clean. As such, it's best utilized in conjunction with a different robot vac, rather than as a stand-alone device. The benefits of delegating your vacuuming to robots is unquestionable. The iRobot Roomba, on the other hand, has superior shark iq robot vacuum and mop mapping and navigation capabilities as well as an auto-emptying dock. It's also a bit cheaper than the shark iq robot vacuum and mop i robot.

Cleaning Performance

The Shark IQ vacuums efficiently however it isn't easy to make use of the robotic sound. It doesn't wander off and retrace its steps like older Shark robots (like the ION 85 or RV871). The iQ does a fantastic job of mapping your home. It creates a map within the app, which allows you to name the rooms so that it knows where it's going.

However, it struggles with carpets and floors that are not clean. While it can pick up small pieces of debris, it could be overwhelmed by pet hair and bulkier items like rice and cereal. Additionally the dirt compartment gets filled quickly and may begin to lose suction power as it fills up which makes it less than ideal for bare floors or high-pile carpets. It is also prone to get clogged when it comes across tangled or tipped furniture and hanging items such as rug tassels, electrical cords, and rug tassels.

It is easy to resolve these issues by emptying its bin at the base. It also automatically emptys itself into the bin when it is full, which eliminates the effort of emptying the dust bin after each run. The large dust bin only requires emptying every 30 days. This can lower costs for ownership in the long run.

The SharkClean App allows you to create different cleaning modes and check the battery life, set up schedules, see your cleaning history, and create virtual boundaries to stop it from entering areas where it may become stuck or knock delicate objects over. The iQ is also controlled manually by its remote control, which features directional arrows for guiding it around your home.

Battery Life

Even in its high-suction "Max" mode the vacuum has a long battery life. It can run for up to an hour in this mode, which is plenty of time for most cleaning sessions. It also has a more efficient 'Eco' mode, which extends its maximum runtime to more than 160 minutes. This feature is helpful for those who frequently change rooms or are worried about running out of battery while using the robot.

The robot vacuum also comes with an array of amazing automation features. The companion app allows you to check the remaining battery life, send the vacuum to a specific area, pause or resume cleaning, and select different power modes. It can also be controlled by voice commands if you have a Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa device that is compatible with it. It is equipped with physical boundary markers to keep the robot out of certain areas.

This Shark model is good in maneuvering, but it isn't able to handle massive debris, especially when its dirt compartment fills up. It's also susceptible to getting stuck on rug tassels and electrical cords, and can become stuck between the legs of chairs.

Overall all, the Shark IQ robot vacuum is a solid option for those who are looking for a basic robotic that's easy to use and is capable of mapping. It's not better than the Roborock S7 in most cases. The roborock s7 robot vacuum S7 is more durable and has lower maintenance requirements. It also has lower costs. It recharges faster and has a longer battery life, and performs better when on carpets and bare floors.