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The Best Shark Robot Vacuum

The IQ XL comes with a large dust bin that can be cleaned only once every month. It operates quickly and efficiently and is never stuck and can map your home for easy scheduling.

It may not have the advanced intelligence of the iRobot j7+, but it is more durable and has lower costs for recurring use.

1. The IQ XL

The IQ XL robot is one of the few that is able to set and forget due to its advanced features. These include visual mapping and self emptying. Its utilitarian, all-black design will not get any awards for style, but it feels solid and looks well-constructed. Its features make it a great choice for pet owners as well.

During our tests in our tests, the IQ XL cleared an impressive amount of dirt from plain floors and performed admirably on low-pile carpets. It was adept at maneuvering around furniture and other obstacles, and also clear the edges of rooms. It was prone to push objects such as chair legs and dog food bowls a little too hard, but. It also struggled to pick large pieces of debris like sand or baking soda, off of low-pile flooring.

You can control the IQ XL by pressing the physical Clean and Dock buttons, or by interacting with it using voice commands with Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also make use of the SharkClean application which is beautiful and easy to use. After you've created your account, you'll be able to connect to WiFi and name the robot. You can also make a schedule and create rooms.

The IQ XL has three power modes: energy-saving Eco, Normal by default and high-powered Max. It comes with two side brushes that work to draw in debris close to the edges of the robot's body as well as into the direction of its main brushroll. And it has a neat Evacuate and Resume feature that lets the robot return to its base to empty its dust bin after completing a cleaning process, and then continue right where it began.

2. The IQ

Shark's IQ robot can do a great mapping job and creates virtual boundaries to avoid obstacles such as lamp cords, pet waste and other obstacles. It can also be controlled via a physical Clean and Dock button on its top, or the SharkClean app. It makes use of infrared sensors keep it from stepping on the stairs and can also create an interactive map of your home that you can use to pick rooms to be cleaned. It also comes with a self-emptying bag that can store up to 30 days of dirt.

Like the other robotic vacuums we tested, the IQ performs quickly and efficiently and rarely gets stuck. It has a large bin in its base and it only requires emptying every month. The HEPA-certified filter makes it easy to clean and catches airborne allergens while it vacuums.

The IQ is a little more expensive than the other robotic vacuums that we have reviewed, but does a better mapping and virtual boundary creation that prevents lamp cords and pet waste from being swept up into your carpet. It can also be controlled using an app for mobile devices, which allows you to set a timer and control it with your voice.

The model has a low profile of 11.8 inches by 3 inches that allows it to fit under furniture that larger models such as the Eufy 11s or iRobot J7+ can't. It comes with a Wi-Fi radio that is built-in and connects with your router at home. The app lets you design a cleaning routine and set up no-go zones and monitor the battery level, and much more. The only downside is that you must manually empty the bin. This could be messy, since dust can travel around.

3. The RV2502AE

The RV2502AE is Shark's first robotic vacuum to utilize LiDAR navigation, a premium feature that lets it better navigate your home and avoid obstacles. Previously, the company's robots were all equipped with V-SLAM, which is a camera-based navigation system that is effective but not as precise as LiDAR.

The robot is the most expensive of our runners-up selections, yet it provides a lot in return for that extra cost. It is equipped with powerful cleaning power, a lot of intelligent features, and a self-emptying, bagless base that is able to store up to 60 days' worth of dirt.

It also has an extended battery life and automatically returns to its charging dock once it is done or when its internal battery is running low. You can control it through the app's intuitive interface, by using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant or by pressing the Clean and Dock buttons on the top.

You can select from three power settings: Eco, which is energy-Efficient Shark IQ Wi-Fi Robot Vacuum with Auto-Emptying Shark AI Robot Vacuum: XL Self-Emptying Pet-Friendly [helpful hints] and uses the least amount of suction; Normal which is the default mode and is good for most situations and Max, which provides maximum suction, but consumes more battery. It is also able to customize its cleaning schedule and set virtual no-go areas.

The RV2502AE isn't our top choice because of some flaws. For one, it's taller than the other runner-up picks, which means it can't fit under low couches or TV stands. Additionally, the VSLAM navigation can sometimes have trouble getting around cables, and the robot is sometimes stuck in corners or on stairs.

It's still a good choice for those looking for a versatile robotic vacuum that can also mop.

5. The IQ Lite XL

Most robot vacuums require regular cleaning or emptying. But the $599 Shark IQ Robot Self-Empty XL RV1001AE reduces that maintenance to once a month due to a bagless base that can hold 30 days of debris and dust, and a self-cleaning brushroll that prevents hair from wrapping around it. In our tests it worked swiftly and efficiently, never getting stuck, and provided powerful suction power. It also has an Find Robot button that helps you locate the robot in case it goes missing and also lets you schedule through mobile apps.

The IQ Light is connected to the Wi-Fi in your home and can be controlled by the physical Clean and Dock buttons on the top. You can also control it with the free SharkClean App for Android and iOS or voice commands through an Amazon Alexa device or Google Assistant. It uses IQ NAV advanced navigation technology to navigate around your home, and can even detect furniture that is blocking its route. SharkClean uses several cleanings to make a map of your home. You can view an interactive map of your floor plan in real-time in the app, and label rooms, create "no-go zones" or choose particular areas to be cleaned.

When the IQ Lite battery runs out it returns to its base and recharges itself. It then returns to where it left off. When enabled (it's turned off by default) this feature is referred to as Evacuate and Resuming. it's particularly useful for households with pets. The IQ Lite XL is also the only Shark robot we've tested that has an exclusive no-go zone sensor. Other robots use the upward-facing camera to mark zones that are not allowed, however, the IQ Lite's sensor sits between its Clean and Dock buttons.