Shark EZ Robot Vacuum - Self-Emptying Base Station

The majority of robot vacuums require you to empty your dust bin often, which adds an extra chore to your daily cleaning routine. This Shark model's base station houses an extra-large bin that you only have to empty once a month.

In comparison to the more expensive Shark AI Robot, this model performs better on carpets and floors that are not bare and has lower recurring costs and maintenance needs and has a longer capacity battery. It also maneuvers over obstructions like electrical cords with greater ease.

1. Easy to empty

This Shark robot vacuum comes with an emptying bag that self-empties. It is designed to collect dust, dirt, and pet hair on carpets and hardwood flooring. It can also pick-up large and small objects, like shoes, cords toys, and cords. It is a good choice for households with pets, as it is equipped with an external carbon filter that neutralizes smells. The unit is easy-to-maintain and clean making it a perfect for any home.

The SharkClean App makes it easy to connect and control the device. The app allows you schedule whole-home cleanings, or you can target particular rooms or areas you'd like to clean now. It works with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. This makes it simple to plan, start, or stop a cleaning by using voice commands. The app displays a battery indicator. The robot will return to its dock or Self-Empty base after the end of each cleaning cycle and charge. The robot will resume cleaning the next time it is scheduled to clean, picking up where it left off.

One pro of this model is that it has a large capacity bin which enables it to pick up more debris than its competitors. It's also adept at picking up short hairs from carpets with medium pile. It also excels at maneuvering around rooms with tight spaces. Another benefit is that it has a strong suction, which is evident in the results of our sand embedment test and its performance on both high and low pile carpet.

However, there are a few drawbacks. For Robotvacuummops instance the SHARK AV2501AE AI Robot Vacuum: XL HEPA Base robot vacuum does not have the LIDAR sensor to provide more precise room mapping. It can steer clear of obstacles, such as common household objects like toys or furniture, by notifying them. However, it's only possible to create permanent no-go zones manually using the application. Another con is that if you take the robot from its base between cleanings, it will have to remap the space and lose any mapping progress or no-go zones created.

2. Easy to clean

If you're considering purchasing a robot vacuum, one of the main aspects to consider is how easy it is to keep clean. Many robots consist of a number of components that require regular cleaning. They can also get stuck on items like cords, dog toys, or socks. It could take a lot of effort to remove the obstructions, and it could be difficult to get them back in operation.

The Shark EZ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum is a great option for people seeking a reliable robot vacuum that's low maintenance and has an extra-large dust bin. It can be controlled using the Shark Clean app, Alexa, or Google Assistant, so you can start or end a cleaning process with the simple voice command. The app lets you schedule home cleaning sessions, check your records and more. This vacuum cleaner comes with a variety of features including the ability to clean several floors, and then automatically return to its dock to resume where it was when it left.

Smart navigation technology allows this robot vacuum to move around obstacles like furniture and clutter. It has an upward-facing sensor located between the Clean and Dock buttons that identifies specific reference points that it uses to to map your home. It may take several cleanings before it is finished mapping your home however, once it has you can view an interactive map and label your rooms and create virtual no-go zones with the Shark Clean app.

Another bonus of this Shark robot is that it offers many cleaning modes to suit your needs. It's able to clean both carpeted and hard floors and its powerful motor is capable of removing pet hair, dirt, and other debris from most surfaces. The self-emptying mode will automatically empty the bin once it is full. This will eliminate the effort of emptying the bin manually after each run.

The Shark Easy Robot Self-Emptying vacuum is also more affordable than the iRobot Roomba i7, though it doesn't come with as many advanced features. It has a bigger external dust bin that is attached to the base station, feels more robust and has fewer parts that require routine maintenance. It's the best choice for those looking for a reliable robot that's low-maintenance and can do a fantastic job on bare flooring. It can also pick pet hair from high-pile carpeting.

3. Easy to maintain

The Shark EZ Robot Self-Empty doesn't include a remote, but it's simple enough to operate by hand. The top of the unit has a physical Clean and Dock button that can be pressed to operate. You can also utilize the app and voice commands as well as Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa to operate the device.

The robot vacuum also comes with an enormous dust bin that drains into its base at the end of every run. The bin is not bagless, so you won't have to deal with the removal and replacing filters however, the large bin could require emptying at least once per month. The bin is removed easily and the contents dumped within a matter of minutes.

The robot's hygienic parts should also be kept in good condition. The sensor, brushroll, and filter should be cleaned every now and then by using an enzyme cleaner, or soaked in baking soda solution. This will eliminate unpleasant smells and prevent bacteria from building up. It is recommended to keep an eye on the power level and battery, which is easily monitored by just a glance at the status lights.

Before the first map-making explore run, it's recommended to clear the floor area of things that shouldn't be there. Cleaning expert Solomon suggests taking off socks, shoes cords, dog toys, and cords (basically anything that could be swept away by the robot). It took the robot about 40 minutes to map my home. After the mapping was completed I was able view and label the map using the app, create no-go zones and schedule my cleaning.

The app is easy to use and well designed however it does occasionally freeze. The app allows you to change suction power modes and schedule cleaning sessions, check the robot's charging and battery status, monitor its progress in mapping and set up push notifications. You can also create virtual no-go zones through the app, however this feature requires a complete map to be drawn.

The Shark EZ Robot was compatible with both Alexa and Google Assistant. This means that you can control the robot using either service. It comes with a Find Robot Button to help you find the device. There's also a one-year warranty that covers manufacturing and material defects.

4. Easy to use

Shark Easy Robot Self Empty is a top choice if you're looking for an automated system that can perform the heavy lifting for you when you're away. It is a great physical automation capabilities and is connected to Amazon Alexa or Google Home devices for voice control. It's simple to set up right out of the package. It's all you need to do is snap the two side brushes into place and place the mat on the base. You'll need to connect it to the power source and make sure it has a safe spot to rest after each cleaning session. This will stop it from being knocked out of course and losing its mapping progress as well as virtual no-go zones.

When it's time to empty the bin, the Shark EZ Robot Self-Empty automatically dumps its contents (a bit loudly) into the base for easy removal and disposal. It can store up to 30 days worth of debris before it needs to be empty, which means you won't have to empty it to clean it up very often. Its large dust bin is a major plus, and it's bagless so you don't have to fret about re-filling bags.

The only thing that keeps this robot from truly hands-off is the fact that you still have to take it out for regular maintenance and empty it at least once per month, but it's still an enormous improvement over doing these tasks manually. It doesn't have the LIDAR navigation system found in the more expensive Shark AI Ultra Robot. However, it's capable of clearing obstructions and clear debris.

You can schedule a cleaning within the Shark app to occur every day and it will return to the base at the conclusion of each cycle to dump its contents. You can even set an exact time to return if you'd like.