The Shark i Robot Vacuum

The Shark I robot vacuum is a excellent mid-range robot. It is capable of cleaning and comes with interesting features.

It does a thorough job of cleaning and uses row-by-row patterns for cleaning floors. It also works well for rugs and will move over rug tassels.

Features

The Shark i has a number of outstanding features, such as its smart navigation technology and self-emptying dock. Its IQ navigation utilizes a matrix grid to clean each room, which means that no area of your home gets overlooked. It also emptys its dustbin into the bagless base following each cleaning, making 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. There is also a button on the top-side of the vacuum to manually operate it.

The app allows you to create a profile for your vacuum to name it, schedule cleanings and see cleaning history. You can also set virtual boundaries to prevent the i from entering places it could get stuck in or knock over objects that are fragile. You can also choose different power modes to help you save energy when working on difficult tasks.

It also has a pair of wheels that are grippy to assist it in navigating obstacles such as the stairs or floor transitions. It is also able to detect and maneuver around obstructions like electrical cords, which are helpful for pet owners with small shedding dogs or cats.

The i comes with three power settings. There is an energy-saving Eco Mode as well as a Normal mode by default, and a Maximum Power mode. You can also make custom cleaning schedules to individual rooms or floors, which is ideal if you live in an extensive home that requires frequent cleaning.

It can be programmed to return to its dock on a regular basis and empty its trash bin. However, you must keep an eye on its battery life since it is prone to overestimate how much time is left. It can also be confused and restart if you tell the i to 'Clean Entire Home', so you have to be careful when you start or end it.

Design

The Shark i robot has a sleek design and a premium appearance. The main drive wheels are covered in rubber treads, giving the robot excellent maneuverability. It's compact and will be tucked away under the majority of furniture. It can climb high-pile carpets and reach under couches despite its size.

The robot is fitted with a variety of sensors such as boundary and cliff sensors, which allow it to map your house. It also has a module that detects and eliminates obstacles. The app lets you alter the settings of the robot and schedule cleaning sessions and view its history of cleaning. The app is easy to use, however it doesn't allow you to create virtual no-go zones.

The Shark i robot vacuum with mopping Capability can be an excellent choice for those with no floors. However, it is not able to pick up large quantities of debris like pet hair. It also gets stuck on messy surfaces. Its dirt bin can get stuffed making it difficult to clear out after a cleaning session. It also doesn't have an auto-emptying dock, which means you'll have to manually empty its dust bin when it is full.

The battery life of the vacuum is limited and often is unable to recharge before it can return to its home base. It's also noisy and the app doesn't allow you to choose specific areas to clean. It's best used in conjunction with a different robot cleaner vacuum, rather than as an individual machine. However, the benefit of delegating your vacuuming tasks to a robot is undeniable. The iRobot Roomba, on the other hand, has superior navigation and mapping capabilities as well as self-emptying docks. It's also a little cheaper than the Shark i robotic vacuum.

Cleaning Performance

While it isn't easy to get used to the robotic noise that comes with any robot vacuum, the Shark IQ seems to be pretty good in the vacuuming department. It doesn't get confused and repeat steps as do older Shark robots, such as the ION85 or RV871. The iQ does a great job of mapping your home. It makes an app-generated map which lets you name the rooms so that it knows where it's heading.

It is a struggle with floors or rugs. It can take in small particles however pet hair and larger objects like rice and cereal can engulf it. Moreover, its dirt compartment gets filled quickly and it can begin to lose suction power as it gets full, making this robot not the best choice for flat carpets or floors with high pile. It also has a tendency to get clogged when it encounters furniture that is tangled or tipped as well as hanging items such as electrical cords and rug tassels.

It is easy to resolve these issues by emptying the bin at the base. The dust bin automatically empty into the bin once it is full. This means you don't have to worry about having to manually empty the bin at the end of each run. The extra-large dust bin only requires emptying every 30 days. This will lower the cost of ownership in the long run.

The SharkClean App allows you to define different cleaning options and check the battery life, create schedules, see your cleaning history, and set virtual boundaries to prevent it from entering areas where it could be entangled or knock fragile objects over. The iQ can also be controlled manually using its remote, which has directional arrows to guide it around your home.

Battery Life

This vacuum cleaner has exceptional battery performance, even when it's on its high-suction 'Max' mode. It can last for an hour in this mode which is more than enough time for the majority of cleaning sessions. It also comes with an energy-efficient "Eco" mode that extends the maximum running time of the robot up to 160 minutes. This feature is helpful when you often switch between rooms or worry about running out of battery while using the robot.

Like many of its rivals, this robot vacuum has an impressive suite of features that automate. The companion app allows you to view the remaining battery life, to send the vacuum to a particular area, pause or resume cleaning, and select different power modes. It also supports voice commands if you've got an compatible Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant device and comes with physical boundary marker strips to keep it out of certain areas.

Although it is able to maneuver well however, it isn't the most maneuverable model. Shark model has trouble sucking up large pieces of debris, particularly when its dirt compartment is stuffed. It can also get stuck on electrical cords and rug tassels. It also gets stuck between the legs and the legs of chairs.

Overall, the Shark IQ robotic vacuum is an excellent option for those who want an affordable robot that has decent mapping capabilities and easy-to-use features. It's not better than the Roborock S7 in most cases. The Roborock S7 is more durable and comes with lower maintenance requirements. It also has lower costs. It recharges faster, has a longer battery life, and performs better when on carpets and bare floors.