The Shark i Robot Vacuum

The shark I robot vacuum is one of the top mid-range robot vacuums. It does a great job of cleaning and comes with neat features.

It does a great job of cleaning and uses rows-by-row patterns to clean floors. It also works well on rugs and can be used to move over rug tassels.

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Shark i is a robot vacuum cleaner with a number distinctive features. This includes its smart navigation system and self-empty dock. Its IQ navigation system uses a matrix grid for cleaning room-by-room. This ensures that no corner of your home is left unclean. It also empties its dustbin into the bagless base following each cleaning, which makes it completely 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 additional remote. The vacuum also has a button on the top of the unit to control the vacuum.

The app lets you create the profile of your vacuum to label it, schedule cleans and check the history of cleaning. You can also design virtual boundaries to prevent the i from entering areas it could be stuck in or smack over delicate objects. You can also select different power modes, to help you save energy on tough jobs.

It also comes with a pair of wheels that are grippy to help it over obstacles such as floors or stairs. It can also detect and navigate around obstacles like electrical cords, which can be useful for pet owners with small sheds of cats or dogs.

The i comes with three power settings. There is an Eco Mode that is energy-efficient and a Normal Mode by default, and a Max 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.

It is possible to program it to return to its dock on a regular basis and empty its trash bin. However, you must be vigilant about its battery life as it is prone to overestimate the amount of time left. It could also get confused and restart if you tell the i to clean the entire home and you must be cautious when you begin or end it.

Design

The Shark i robot is sleekly designed and has a high-end appearance. The main drive wheels are covered in rubber treads, giving it excellent maneuverability. It is small in size and is able to fit under most furniture. Despite its size, it can still climb up high-pile rugs and get under couches.

The robot has several sensors that help map out your home including cliff and boundary sensors. It also includes a vision module that can detect and avoid obstacles. The app lets you alter the robot's settings, plan cleaning sessions and view the history of its cleaning. The app is easy to use, however it doesn't allow you to create virtual no-go zones.

The Shark i robot can be an ideal choice for unfinished floors. However, it is not able to pick up large amounts of debris, shark I robot vacuum like hair of pets. It also gets stuck on cluttered surfaces. The dirt bin can be overflowing and make it difficult to empty after cleaning. The vacuum does not have an automatic emptying dock. You will have empty the bin manually when it gets full.

The vacuum's battery is very short and it runs out often before it can return to its base. It's also a little loud and the app doesn't permit you to set specific areas to clean or skip. It's best used in conjunction with another robot vacuum, rather than as an individual machine. However, the benefit of delegating your vacuuming tasks to a robot vacuum & mop is undeniable. 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 robot.

Cleaning Performance

The Shark IQ vacuums efficiently even though it's hard to master the robotic sound. It doesn't get confused and reverse steps like other Shark robots, such as the ION85 or the RV871. The iQ also does a great job at mapping your home by creating maps in the app that lets you name rooms so that it knows where to go, making it more efficient than the ION 85 in terms of not wasting time navigating the same areas over and over again.

However, it struggles with carpets and floors that are not clean. 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. Its dirt compartment can also grow quickly, and its suction power will start to decrease as it fills. This model is not suitable for bare floors or carpets with high piles. It can also clog up when it comes in contact with tangled furniture or tipped furniture.

Fortunately, it's easy to clear these problems by emptying the bin from its base. It also automatically empties its contents into the bin when it's full, which saves you the hassle of manually emptying the trash bin after every run. The extra-large bin only needs to be emptied every 30 days, which lowers ownership costs over the long run.

You can also use the SharkClean app to set different cleaning modes and view the battery life, create schedules, look at your history of cleaning and set virtual boundaries that block it from entering rooms where it could be entangled or knock over fragile items. The iQ is also controlled manually using its remote control, which comes with directional arrows for guiding it around your home.

Battery Life

Even in its high-suction "Max" mode, this robot vacuum still has excellent battery life. It can run up to an hour in this mode and that's plenty of time for most cleaning sessions. It also comes with a more energy-efficient 'Eco' mode that increases its maximum runtime to more than 160 minutes. This feature is helpful if you frequently switch between rooms or are worried about running out of battery while using the robot.

As with many of its competitors this vacuum cleaner comes with an impressive set of automation features. The companion app lets you view its remaining battery life and send it to a specific area, pause or resume cleaning, and set different power modes. It also supports voice commands if you have an appropriate Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant device and is equipped with physical boundary strips to keep it out of certain areas.

This Shark model is great at maneuvering, but struggles to remove large amounts of debris, particularly if its dirt compartment fills up. It can also get stuck on electrical cords and rug tassels. It could also get stuck between the legs and the legs of chairs.

Overall overall, the Shark IQ robot vacuum is a solid option for those seeking a basic robot that is easy to use and is capable of mapping. It's not as good as the Roborock S7 in most cases. The Roborock S7 is more durable and has fewer maintenance requirements. It also comes with lower costs. It recharges faster, has a longer battery life, and performs better when on floors that are carpeted or bare.