The Shark i Robot Vacuum

The Shark I robot vacuum is a great mid-range robot. It's a fantastic vacuum cleaner with some cool features.

It is able to clean floors in a thorough manner and employs a row-by-row. It also works well for rugs and will move over rug tassels.

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The Shark i has a number of notable features, including its smart navigation technology, as well as a self-emptying dock. Its IQ navigation system utilizes the grid system to clean rooms-by-room. This makes sure that no area of your home is overlooked. It also empties its dustbin into the bagless base after 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 using your voice, without the need for an extra remote. The vacuum also has a button at the top that allows you to control the vacuum.

You can use the app to create a profile on your vacuum, name it, schedule cleanings and see the history of cleaning. You can also create virtual boundaries to stop the i from entering areas it could get stuck in or even knock over fragile objects. You can also choose different power modes to help you save energy on tough jobs.

Other notable features include its NeverStuck technology and two grippy wheels that help it get over obstacles such as stairs or floor transitions. It is able to recognize and maneuver around obstacles like electrical cords. This is useful for pet owners who have small shed dogs or cats.

The i has three power settings that include an energy-saving Eco mode and the default Normal mode and a high-power max setting. You can also design customized cleaning schedules for specific rooms or floors, which is great if you have a large house that requires frequent cleaning.

The i is able to be programmed to automatically return to its dock and empty its dustbin However, you need to keep an eye on the battery life because it often overestimates the amount of runtime left. It can also get confused and start a new cycle when you tell it to ‘Clean Entire House,’ so you must be cautious about when you begin or stop it.

Design

The Shark i robot has a elegant design and a stylish appearance. Its main wheels are covered in rubber treads which give it excellent maneuverability. Its footprint is tiny and can fit under most furniture. Despite its size, it's able to climb over rugs with high piles and get under couches.

The robot is equipped with multiple sensors that help it identify your home, including cliff and boundary sensors. It also has a module to detect and avoids obstacles. The app lets you manage the robot’s settings, schedule cleaning sessions and review the history of its cleaning. The app is easy to use, though it's not able to create virtual no-go zones.

The Shark i robot can be an ideal choice for unfinished floors. However, it's not able to take in large debris such as hair of pets. It also gets stuck on cluttered surfaces. Its dirt compartment can also fill up making it difficult to clear out after a cleaning session. The vacuum doesn't have a self emptying dock. You will have to empty the dust bin manually when it becomes full.

The vacuum's battery life is limited and often is unable to recharge before it can return to its original location. It's also a bit loud and the app doesn't allow you to pick specific areas to clean. It's best used in conjunction with a different robot vacuum, rather than as an independent machine. The benefits of delegating your vacuuming duties to robots is unquestionable. The iRobot Roomba, on the other hand, has superior navigation and mapping capabilities, as well as a self-emptying dock. It's also a bit cheaper than the Shark i robotic vacuum.

Cleaning Performance

Although it can be difficult to adjust to the robotic cleaner and mop sound that comes with any robot vacuum, the Shark IQ seems to perform pretty well in the vacuuming department. It doesn't wander off and retrace its steps like older Shark robots (like the ION 85 or RV871). The iQ also does a good job at mapping your home by creating a map in the app that lets you name rooms so that it can determine where to go, thereby making it more efficient than ION 85 in terms of not wasting time going over the same areas repeatedly.

It struggles with bare floors or carpets. Although it can remove small pieces of debris, it could be overwhelmed by pet hair and larger items like cereal and rice. The dirt compartment can fill up quickly and suction power will diminish as it fills. This type of robot isn't suitable for floors with no carpet or carpets with high piles. It is also prone to block easily when it comes across furniture that is tangled or tipped as well as hanging items such as rug tassels and electrical cords.

Fortunately, it's easy to clear these problems by emptying the bin from its base. The bin automatically empty into the bin once it's filled. This means you don't have to worry about having to empty the 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 term.

You can also use the SharkClean app to set different cleaning settings, view its battery life, make schedules, look at your cleaning history, and even create virtual boundaries that block it from entering rooms where it might get stuck or knock over fragile objects. The iQ can be controlled manually with its remote, which has directions arrows that guide it through 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 more than enough for most cleaning sessions. It also comes with an energy-efficient “Eco” mode that increases the maximum running time of the robot up to 160 minutes. This is an excellent feature to have if your routine is to change rooms or worry about running out of battery power while using the robot.

The robot vacuum also comes with numerous impressive automation features. The companion app lets you view the remaining battery life, to send the vacuum to a particular area, pause or resume cleaning, and switch between power modes. It also supports voice commands if you've got a compatible Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant device, and comes with physical boundary marker strips to keep it out of certain areas.

This Shark model is adept at maneuvering, but struggles to pick up massive debris, especially when the dirt compartment is stuffed. It can also get stuck on electrical cords and rug tassels. It also gets stuck between the legs and legs of chairs.

Overall, the Shark IQ robot vacuum is an excellent choice for those who are looking for a basic robotic that is simple to use and has decent mapping capabilities. It's not as good as the Roborock S7 in most cases. The Roborock S7 is more durable and has lower maintenance requirements. It also incurs lower costs. It recharges faster, has an extended battery life and performs better when on floors that are carpeted or bare.