Shark RV765 ION Wi-Fi Robotic Vacuum - Alexa-Compatible Self Empty Robot Vacuum Review

Shark self-emptying robot vacuum is designed to reduce some of the chores that come when you own a home. It's quick and efficient, it is rarely stuck and has an unbagged vacuum base that is empty every month only once.

The SharkClean app is easy to use and responds quickly to commands. You can schedule and initiate cleanings as well as view error messages.

Features

This Shark robot vacuum comes with a self-emptying feature and is perfect for large homes that want to automate floor cleaning. It is simple to operate and maintain and does a great job on hard and carpet flooring. It is also equipped with a self-emptying base that eliminates requirement for replacing dustbins and requires fewer regular costs than the majority of robots.

This robot has several essential characteristics that distinguish it from the rest of the competition, including LiDAR navigation and a camera-based V-SLAM system that is used for mapping your home. These features are typically available on higher-end robots and will improve your cleaning experience as they eliminate obstacles and ensure that you don't forget any spots.

In addition to these features, this machine comes with powerful Shark suction and self-cleaning brushroll that stops hair wrap. Its bagless base can store up to 60 days of dirt and debris which means you won't have to empty it every cleaning session. With its IQ Navigation and total home mapping you can create no-go areas and schedule whole-home cleans by using the Shark Clean App or via voice control using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.

The app lets you alter your settings, look at your robot's history and know when it's time to empty or recharge it. During the initial setup you will be allowed to identify your robot and select the location of your home map. After that, you can use the app to plan the cleaning of your home each day and see any errors that are reported.

The app will remove the robot's internal debris automatically into its external dirt container when you're done with it. It is not necessary to empty it manually every time you clean. This is a major selling point, particularly for busy people who do not have time to clean their robot's cleaning equipment regularly.

This robot is slightly cheaper than the Shark AI Ultra Robot but still delivers amazing performance. It is more maneuverable than the ION Series, and it cleans better on both low and high pile carpets. It also has a greater capacity for debris and has bags-free bases, which makes it easier to maintain.

Design

The Shark robot is an excellent option for those wanting to buy their first robot vacuum. It incorporates a variety of advanced technologies. Smart mapping, customized cleaning programs and a self-emptying base are all features that can save time. It is important to be aware that mapping your home can take time and that the base of the robot will need to be placed in an area large enough. It's important to avoid moving your robot's base during or between cleaning cycles. This could cause the robot to remap and lose its map data.

The robot vacuum comes with multiple sensors that assist to identify your home with boundary sensors and cliff sensors to stop the robot from hitting walls or furniture. The cliff sensor is also capable of detecting power cables or other obstacles in its path. You can create no-go zones within the app to designate areas where the robot won't move, but this requires a completely mapped home.

The brush roll is powered by a motor that rewinds after each use, and it's designed to remain clean for longer than other models. This feature helps to ensure that your carpets and hardwood floors appear fresher for a longer time. Smart mapping is another feature that could help you save time.

The app allows you to alter the settings of your robot including cleaning times and modes. The app also allows you to examine the battery status of your robot and if there are any issues. The app is simple to use and includes a FAQ section.

This model is ideal for carpet removal and works well on bare flooring. The base station features a large dust bin on the outside that can hold up to 60 days of dirt. Its maximum battery life is longer than the iRobot Roomba, and it has fewer components that require regular maintenance. However, it will take a longer time to charge.

Battery life

The Shark AI AV2501AE has some unique features, such as self-emptying bags that do not require a bag and advanced 360 LiDAR navigation. It can map your home and return to the charging dock to recharge, before resuming cleaning where it started. It can also identify and avoid obstacles such as furniture, stairs, walls and other obstacles in order to avoid collisions. It also comes with a feature that lets you create virtual boundaries that the robot won't cross.

During our tests the robot vacuumed both hard and carpeted floors. It performed well on each surface. It picked up sprinkles and other debris scattered on the carpeting but left some on the hard floors. Its battery performance was higher than the average, but it had to charge more than once per hour of continuous operation in the 'Max' power mode.

The robot vacuum is simple to use and is simple in its design. The robot vacuum can be operated by pressing the physical Clean and Dock button on the top, or via your smartphone using the SharkClean App, or by using voice commands via Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. The app lets you schedule entire-home cleanings or specific cleanings and provides detailed reports of each run.

In our tests in our tests, the Shark IQ stayed on the floor for an entire hour in the Max power mode, and finished cleaning with the full bin. Its battery can fully charged in just four hours, which is a bit longer than some other competitors. The vacuum's two status lights for the battery on the top of the vacuum provide an approximate estimate of its remaining runtime as well as indicating whether it's in Eco or Max power modes.

The Shark EZ Self-Empty Vacuum is an excellent option for pet owners because it is able to remove a lot of dirt from floors, while also doing a good job of removing pet hair. It is also simple to move around and has an extended battery life. However, it has a few negatives, like a huge dustbin that has to be cleaned manually, and the cost of maintenance and regular replacement. It might not be able to get over obstacles such as electrical cords, low pile and high pile carpets.

Remote control

This robot does not come with a remote control, but you can easily control it using the Clean and Dock buttons on the top of the device. The SharkClean App (for Android and iOS) or voice commands with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant can also be used to manage the robot. You can organize cleaning schedules, select which rooms the robot should clean, and choose a spot-cleaning option. You can also make use of the app to alter suction power modes and check cleaning history and the status of charge. The app can also be used to upgrade the robot's firmware and enable push notifications. The app also allows you to create virtual no-go zones for your robot.

Although it's not as sophisticated as some of the more expensive models we've tested, the Shark IQ Self-Empty Robot Vacuum is a fantastic value. It is very Efficient Cleaning and Mopping with Shark's AI Vacuum on floors that are unfinished and high-pile carpet as well as a large, external dustbin that automatically empties and has a powerful battery. It can eliminate pet hair from an extensive area. However, it doesn't avoid obstacles that are of an appropriate height and often treats power cables as solid barriers. It's also a little clumsy and might not be able to maneuver around furniture pieces that are heavy.

You might want to consider a different option if you have a home with a lot of stairs and tight corners. The iRobot Roomba i7 is a good example. It is more durable and has a longer battery life. It also has an a bit more precise mapping capability and can remove debris more effectively both on floors that are bare and low pile carpet. It also has an a bit more robust obstacle avoidance and can set up virtual no-go zones with its companion app. The bin on the outside is larger and makes use of disposable dirtbags instead of a bagless system.

The iRobot also has the benefit of being the only models we've tested to automatically recharge and resume its work after a thorough cleaning session. This can be the difference in ensuring that your floors are thoroughly cleaned. The iRobot is also a bit more awkward than the shark smart vacuum, and it is more difficult to maneuver under some heavy furniture.