Not All Robot Vacuum Models Are Created Equal

A robot vacuum can help you save time, but they don't perform miracles. A well-designed robotic vacuum can assist you in keeping your home However, not all models of robot are created equally.

The iRobot Roomba 981 costs more than the Shark AI Ultra Robot but is faster charging, feels more durable, has fewer monthly expenses, performs better and lets you set virtual boundaries.

The ION Robot AV753 series

The ION Robot AV753 series is an intelligent robot vacuum cleaner with many advantages over other robots that are priced at entry level. It has an energy-efficient 'Eco' mode, an efficient brushroll that allows it to clean bare floors, and compatibility with Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control.

The Tri-Brush System of the unit that combines side brushes, channel brush and multi-surface brushes ensures thorough cleaning on all surfaces. Built-in cliff sensors stop the vacuum from falling off stairs or ledges, and a generous runtime allows the device to complete several cleaning sessions without the need to recharge.

It lacks advanced mapping capabilities and room recognition Its 0.45-quart dustbin requires regular emptying. If you have trouble connecting your Shark RV2400WD: 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum And Mop robot to Wi-Fi, try powering it off, waiting 10 seconds, and then turning it on again. This could reset the connection with your router.

The ION Robot AV800 Series

The ION Robot has an excellent set of automation features. The companion app allows users to remotely control the robot, change its power modes or schedule cleaning sessions or even return it to its charging dock. It also supports voice commands via Alexa and Google Home devices.

Out-of-the-box assembly is a breeze, with the only tasks being to snap the two side brushes in place and then plug it into. Its small ergonomic body, ergonomic design and compact dustbin make it simple to carry and store.

It is more robust, has fewer parts that need regular maintenance, has lower recurring costs, charges quicker, performs better on any surface type and has physical boundary strips. It is also more agile and has a long battery life. The price is more expensive.

The ION Robot AV900 Series

Shark's ION Robot is a robot with some amazing features. It sets it apart from its rivals. It can travel around your home by itself while avoiding obstacles. It comes with two modes which are energy-efficient Eco mode as well as a high suction Max mode. It also comes with two single-arm side brushes that sweep debris into its main brushroll and a large dirt bin.

It makes use of an app to control some of its features, though the app itself isn't very pleasant to use as inputs aren't always recognized and an unintuitive menu system. The vacuum can be operated manually without wifi or an app, by pressing the buttons on the top.

The iRobot Roomba 694 has a better build quality that requires less maintenance, is more maneuverable and clears debris with greater efficiency on all surfaces. It also has a specialized set of automation features including self-emptying features and an HEPA filter that captures allergens.

The ION Robot AV1000 Series

The Shark ION Robot is one of the top robot vacuums on the market. It is efficient and cleans well on a variety of surfaces, and is able to avoid obstacles with ease. It also comes with a useful application that makes it simple to control from any place you have internet access (or the ability to use an internet-connected device). The robot is a bit slow to get to dirt areas, and can move around even though there is no dirt visible. This could be frustrating for Monica Gellar type people! The dust bin is quickly emptying and it's easy to set up schedules. The app is accessible on iPhone and Android. For those who don't want to use the app, there are also buttons on top of the device.

The ION Robot AV1500 Series

This vacuum feels well-built and is easy to use. It is connected to wifi via the Shark app but can also operate without it (by pressing the operating buttons manually on top of the unit). It has a charging station which is located beneath the unit and is easily accessible.

It has a decent battery life and is very effective at cleaning floors. It struggles with low-pile carpets and is not able to handle pet hair like higher-end robots.

Its companion app isn't great with a clunky interface and inputs that do not always register. It doesn't have mapping capabilities also, making it impossible to view a coverage map of previous cleaning sessions or even set up boundary markers. There is also no sensor that measures the fill level to the maximum.

The ION Robot AV2500 Series

The Shark app is a great tool to remotely control the ION robot. The app gives you a range of options for scheduling cleanings and also to organize areas you wish to clean or stay clear of. You can even instruct the app not to let your vacuum contact certain surfaces. The app also gives many remote access options to all of the machine's features.

Ion integrates with your hospital's PACS system as well as PlanPoint software to offer an efficient workflow from planning through the lung nodule biopsy. Ion's pre-planned routes for navigation are designed to confirm the accuracy of the tool-in lesion and to navigate far into peripheral lung. The non-magnetic navigation system is able to integrate easily into bronchoscopy suites, without the need for external electromagnetic navigation or a magnetic shield. Its ultrathin bronchoscopy catheter is thin enough for it to pass through a sleeve for cystic fibrosis.

The ION Robot AV3500 Series

The robot vacuum feels good quality, cleans pet hair and bulky debris easily, and has an extended battery life. It also has rudimentary navigation features and is prone to get caught in rug tassels or bump into objects while moving around. It's also louder and more expensive than other models.

It runs the SharkClean app to operate on WiFi However, you can also use it without it by pressing manually operating buttons on top. The app lets you switch power modes, set boundaries, view the results of previous cleanings and battery life, and send it back to its dock. It's not intuitive and has inputs that do not always register and the menu system is confusing.

The ION Robot AV4500 Series

The ION Robot is a budget robot that cleans the majority of surfaces effectively and feels very well made. It has a long-lasting battery, simple-to-use controls, and multiple operating modes. It also has a decent dust bin that can be slid into and out for fast refills. It can get stuck on socks or other items and require manual intervention.

The ION Robot's companion app allows it to switch between three different power modes which include the energy-efficient Eco mode and the standard Normal mode, and a high-suction â€Max mode. The physical buttons at the top let you start and stop cleaning sessions, take the robot to its dock, or engage the 'Max suction'. It lacks the sophisticated room mapping features found on more expensive Shark robots. It also has a few recurring costs, including the pre-motor filter as well as the brushroll that requires replacement every two months or as necessary.

The ION Robot AV5500 Series

This Shark robot vacuum feels well-made and effectively removes debris from all surfaces, and has an extended battery life. However, it isn't as effective in dealing with pet hair and other difficult dirt and has basic automation capabilities.

It could also miss spots and have to go over them a few times if it is using random navigation. It may also become stuck on rug tassels and struggle to climb steps.

The ION app has basic functions such as scheduling and setting power modes, but the interface is frustrating to use due to inputs that don't always register and a convoluted menu structure. The SHARK AV2501AE AI Robot Vacuum: XL HEPA Base AI Ultra Robot, for instance, has boundary maker and coverage map features. It's not offered on cheaper models. It's important to keep track of regular costs, like replacing the brushroll and pre-motor filter.

The ION Robot AV6500 Series

This robot is easy to use and has an easy companion app. It is also quiet and can operate without WiFi by pressing the robot's operating buttons. Its dustbin easily empties and snaps back into its place.

It does a decent job of removing small and bulky particles such as rice or cereal. Its basic system of navigation, which uses random paths to cover the area, and does not have the ability to map rooms, may result in it missing certain areas of the house or get stuck on rug fringes.

The EZ Robot is superior to this model in most cases. It feels better-made, has fewer parts that require regular replacement or maintenance, has lower recurring costs, maneuvers better and has superior performance on floors that are unfinished and carpet with a low pile. It also has a wider range of automation features, and a larger trash can.