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Shark IQ Robot RV1001: Superior Pet Hair Removal 2 in 1 Robot Vacuum and Mop Review

If you're looking to find a smart cleaning device that makes easy work of household chores, this robot is worth considering. However, its battery life and charging time aren't ideal.

Camryn Rabideau is a freelance writer who has reviewed home products for several years. She lives in Rhode Island on a small farm.

Simple to Use

The Shark IQ Robot has a extremely simple interface that is user-friendly. There are two control buttons on the top of the device that allow you to start and stop a clean-up session or send it back to its dock, however it's more efficient to use the app and voice commands. The app lets you set a timer, choose a specific room, select whether to clean bare floors or carpet, and create virtual no-go zones. It also features a status indicator that shows two blue lights to show whether the unit is charging or is at its maximum capacity.

Its suction performance is impressive capable of lifting and trap pet hair easily. The suction power of the vacuum is strong enough to clean deep crevices and corners. It's also smart enough to detect the different types of flooring and adjust the power level according to them. It will also keep it from getting stuck onto large objects. It also has an anti-scratch cleansing pad to remove the tough staining. It also comes with an intelligent brush roll that automatically adjusts the height of its brush when it changes from one type to another.

The mopping function is very efficient, too. The Sonic mopping system and the thorough pathing scrub the floor up 100 times per minute. A dedicated cleaner tank containing by water and VACMOP cleaning solutions provide the best stain removal capabilities. There's a unique Ultra Mop setting in the app that allows for more effective stain removal in specific areas.

The Shark IQ is more expensive than the Xiaomi Mi robot, but it offers superior maneuverability, navigation, and cleaning capabilities on bare floors and low-pile carpet. It also has a bigger dustbin, can last longer on a single charge, and comes with physical boundaries that you can use to keep it from certain areas.

Powerful Suction

This robot can clean your floors in one pass. It does a good job of removing pet hair and other particles but it can't do very well on thick carpets. It also does an excellent job of defining its coverage area and avoiding low obstacles. It is louder than most robot vacuums, but that's to be expected for a machine of this power.

It has an extremely long-lasting battery that can be controlled by the SharkClean App or by voice commands, if you have smart speakers like Alexa or Google Assistant. The app lets you see the remaining battery life and lets you set different cleaning modes and schedule a time to clean your home. You can also define virtual boundaries to keep it from entering areas in which it might get stuck or knock a fragile object over.

The Shark AI Robot has a solid build and is easy to put together right out of the box. The body is a mix of hard plastics with a glossy and matte finish, as well as wheels and rubber bumpers on the front. Its oblong shape permits it to fit its tank for water and the tall LIDAR mapping sensor. It doesn't require any significant assembly, except for snapping the side brushes into the proper position. It is easier to assemble in comparison to other models that require more parts and work. It's on the heavy side however, with nearly 18 pounds.

Smart Navigation

The Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 comes with a wide range of automated features. This includes an app that allows you to see the status of your mop and vacuum and receive push notifications, to pause or resume cleaning, or control it with voice commands, if are using Amazon Alexa or Google Home. You can also set up the robot to return it to its dock, change its power mode, or point it to a room.

When you first start it the app will prompt you to send the robot on a preliminary run, during which it will map out your space and create an outline of your floor. Rooms can be labeled, create No-Go Zones and High-Traffic Areas, and set virtual boundaries that the robot cannot over. The app allows you to schedule cleaning sessions and check the robot's status or software updates.

While the robot is very clever and does a fantastic job of locating its surroundings, it may sometimes get stuck on obstacles such as furniture or electrical cords. It's important to clear off the floor of large debris and clutter before turning on the mop or vacuum.

During my testing I found that during my tests, the Shark was able to clean low-pile and floor surfaces that were bare with remarkable efficiency. The mopping feature performed well, as well. The mop and vacuum combo also runs fairly quiet, measuring in at 50dB, which is about the same volume as a refrigerator.

If you want to add a vacuum or mop functions to a robot cleaner that already has an external dustbin look into the iRobot Roomba 694 (9/10, WIRED Recommends). The iRobot is more expensive than the Shark however it is better built, maneuvers through obstacles better and delivers greater performance on bare and low-pile carpet, and has physical boundaries that you can put in front of areas you don't want to let it be able to.

Long Battery Life

It's a fact that robot vacuums and mop cleaners that perform both are more expensive. The Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 we examined, for example costs $699 or PS559 / AU$1,054 when you purchase it with the self emptying shark robot vacuum-emptying bagless charging base. It's $649 / PS449 or AU$681 without the base.

The Shark AI Ultra is a great robot vacuum and mop. It is great at cleaning pet hair from the floor and can sweep the room several times before it needs to charge. It comes with a mopping pad that you can wash in between uses.

Its navigation system isn't optimal, especially when you are trying to navigate around furniture or other obstacles. It also leaves dirt-covered areas. However the robot vacuum and mop can do well in clearing these areas when it's in Eco mode, which is designed to minimize power usage.

The battery life was also satisfactory in our tests, lasting up to 90 minutes. The app allows you to schedule it to clean your room by the time of your choice which is useful when you have to leave your home for long periods of time. You can also control the Shark AI Ultra using voice commands using Alexa and Google Assistant devices. There are two buttons for control on the robot if don't wish to use the app.

App Control

The Shark robot vacuum and mop comes with a huge self-emptying base. It can store dirt and debris for up to 60 days. It is easy to move around the house because it has a superior obstacle detection system than other robot vacuums. It has a surprising mopping capability for a robot vacuum, and can clean rooms in just an hour.

It's also compatible with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, allowing you to control the device using voice. It's simple to create an agenda for cleaning, or start cleaning your spot with the app on your mobile even if you're at home. It also has advanced features, like CleanEdge technology, which uses blasts of air to loosen and blow pet hair out of corners.

The IQ 2-in-1 has been praised by users IQ 2-in-1 for its smart mapping and Matrix Clean technology, which automatically adjusts power and suction to different flooring types. The mop's have a small flap that can be opened, which allows you to refill the water tank, and wash and dry the mop pad in between mopping cycles. The device feels solid and well-constructed, though it is it is heavier than some robot vacuum/mop hybrids.

This device is also more expensive than other robotic vacuums and mops. For example the Roborock S8+/S8, a robot that has similar cleaning capabilities and a user-friendly interface with many features. The Shark IQ 2-in-1 is more adept in its maneuverability than other robots, however it lacks the S8+/S8's real-time safety system, and also an entire base station that fills its dustbin, refills its water tank, and washes and dries its mop. It also has the option to set up cleaning and mopping routines that work for your schedule.