Not All Robot Vacuum Models Are Created Equal

A robotic vacuum can help you save time, but they can't do miracles. A well-designed robot vacuum can help you keep clean your home, but not all models of robot are created equal.

The iRobot Roomba 981 costs more than the shark robot vacuum for pets AI Ultra Robot but is faster charging, feels more durable, incurs fewer recurring expenses, maneuvers better and lets you set virtual boundaries.

The ION Robot AV753 series

The ION Robot AV753 series is an intelligent robot vacuum cleaner that offers numerous advantages over other entry-level robots. It has an energy efficient 'Eco mode', a brushroll that is efficient in cleaning floors with no carpet and is compatible with Alexa or Google Assistant voice control.

The unit's Tri-Brush System, robotvacuummops a combination of channel brushes, side brushes and a multi-surface brushroll, ensures thorough cleaning of all surfaces. The vacuum is equipped with cliff sensors that prevent it from falling down steps or over ledges. It also has a generous battery life, which allows the vacuum to clean several rooms without charging.

However, it lacks advanced mapping capabilities and room-recognition capabilities, and the 0.45-quart dustbin requires frequent emptying. If you are having trouble connecting your Shark RV2400WD: 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum And Mop robot to Wi-Fi, you can try turning it off, letting it sit for 10 seconds, and then turning it on again. This will reset the connection with your router.

The ION Robot AV800 Series

The ION Robot comes with a amazing set of automation capabilities. The companion app allows you to control the robot, change its modes of power and schedule cleaning sessions. It also supports voice commands using Alexa and Google Home devices.

The assembly out of the box is simple and the only task being to snap two included side brushes into place and plug it in. The compact ergonomic body and compact dustbin make it simple to carry and store.

It is more robust, has fewer parts that require regular maintenance, has lower recurring costs, charges quicker, performs better on any surface, and comes with physical boundary strips. It's also more flexible and has a longer battery life. It is more expensive, though.

The ION Robot AV900 Series

Shark's ION Robot is a robot with a number of impressive features. It is different from its rivals. It can navigate through your home on its own while staying clear of obstacles, and it comes with an energy-efficient Eco mode as well as a high-suction 'Max mode. It also comes with two single-arm side brushes that sweep debris into its main brushroll and a large dirt bin.

The app controls some of the features. However, it is not user-friendly, with inputs which aren't always recognized and a confusing set of menus. You can manually operate this vacuum without wifi or the app by pressing operating buttons on top.

The iRobot Roomba 694 is better than the ION Robot because it feels more solid, has fewer parts that need regular cleaning, is less expensive to maintain, moves more effectively, and clears debris more effectively across all surfaces. It also comes with a sophisticated set of automation features, including a self emptying feature and a HEPA filter that catches allergens.

The ION Robot AV1000 Series

The Shark ION Robot is one of the best robot vacuums on the market. It's efficient, cleans well on multiple surfaces, and can handle obstacles well. It comes with a useful app that lets you control it from any location using wifi (or a device that can connect to the internet). The only downside is that the robot may be a little slow to get to dirt spots and could be bouncing around in places where there isn't any dirt visible. This can be frustrating for Monica Gellar type-As! The dust bin is quickly emptying and it's easy to create schedules. The app is available for iPhone and Android. For those who don't wish to download the application, there are buttons that are on the top of the unit.

The ION Robot AV1500 Series

This robot vacuum feels well-made and is easy to use. It is connected to WiFi via the Shark app but can also operate without it (by manually pressing operating buttons on the top of the unit). It comes with a charging station that nestles under the unit and is easily accessible.

It has a good battery life and is able to clean floors effectively. It struggles with low-pile carpets and does not handle pet hair like higher-end robots.

Its companion app isn't great with a clunky interface and inputs that do not always show up. It's not equipped with mapping features also, making it impossible to see the coverage map of previous cleaning sessions or to set boundaries. It also lacks a sensor that can measure the fill level to the maximum.

The ION Robot AV2500 Series

The ION robot can be controlled remotely via the Shark app for your phone or tablet. The app offers a variety of options for scheduling cleanings and also to organize areas you wish to clean or stay clear of. You can even tell the app not to let your vacuum get into certain surfaces. The app also provides many remote access options to all of the machine's features.

Ion integrates seamlessly with the PACS system at your hospital and PlanPoint software, allowing for an efficient workflow from planning to taking a nodule biopsy. Ion's navigation routes are pre-planned to confirm tool-in-lesion accuracy and to allow for a more thorough exploration of the peripheral lung. Its non-magnetic system is able to integrate easily with bronchoscopy rooms, without the necessity of an external magnetic navigation or an electromagnetic shield. The ultrathin catheter is slim enough to traverse a cystic fibrosis sleeve, too.

The ION Robot AV3500 Series

This robot vacuum is well-made and can effortlessly remove pet hair and heavy debris. It also has an extremely long-lasting battery. It comes with a basic navigation system and may hit objects or become caught in rug Tassels. It's also more noisy and more expensive than other models.

The SharkClean application is required to operate the device via WiFi however, it can be operated manually by pressing the buttons at the top. The app lets you swap power modes, set boundaries, view the previous results of cleaning and remaining battery life, and send it back to its dock. It's not user-friendly, with inputs that don't always work and a confusing menu system.

The ION Robot AV4500 Series

The ION Robot is a budget-friendly robot that feels well-made and does a great job cleaning the majority of surfaces. It comes with a long-lasting, durable battery, simple-to-use controls, and several operating modes. It also has a great dust bin that can be slid in and out for quick refills. However, it does sometimes get stuck on things like socks and requires manual intervention in tight areas.

The ION Robot can swap between three power modes via its companion app: the energy-efficient 'Eco' mode, standard Normal mode and high-suction 'Max' mode. The physical buttons on the top allow you to start and stop cleaning sessions, take the robot to the dock or use the 'Max suction'. It is a bit basic in its navigation capabilities, but does not have the room mapping functionality that is found on more expensive Shark robots. It also comes with a few regular costs, such as the pre-motor filter and brushroll that requires replacement every two months or when necessary.

The ION Robot AV5500 Series

This Shark robot vacuum is made well and is able to remove debris from all surfaces. It also has an extremely long-lasting battery. It's not equipped to deal with pet hair or other messes, and its automation features are rudimentary.

It makes use of random navigation to move about its coverage area, which can lead it to miss spots or cross them multiple times. It can also get stuck on rug tassels or struggle to climb steps.

Its ION app is a basic application such as scheduling and setting power modes, but the interface can be frustrating to use when inputs aren't always recognized and a convoluted menu structure. The Shark AI Ultra Robot, for instance, has boundary maker and coverage map options. It's not offered on cheaper models. You'll also have to keep track of recurring costs like changing the pre-motor filter as well as brushroll.

The ION Robot AV6500 Series

This robot is easy to use and has a simple companion app. It is also quiet and can be operated without wifi by pressing the robot's operating buttons. Its dustbin easily empties and snaps back in its place.

It is capable of removing small and bulky objects like rice or cereal. Its basic navigation system, which relies on random paths to cover its area and is not equipped with room mapping capabilities, could cause it to miss certain parts of the home or get stuck on rug tassels.

The EZ Robot is better than this model for most purposes. It is more durable and has fewer parts that require periodic maintenance or replacement, and comes with lower costs for recurring maintenance. It also maneuvers more effectively and offers superior performance when used on low pile and unfinished floors. It also comes with a wider variety of automation features and a bigger trash bin.