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Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86 VS. Shark IQ R101AE

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9.7
Winner:

Shark IQ R101AE

Reasons to buy Shark IQ R101AE:

  • button icon Self-Empty Base
  • button icon Wi-Fi Connected
  • button icon Holds up to 30 days of dirt and debris
  • button icon Self-cleaning brush roll.
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Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86

Reasons to buy Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86 :

  • button icon High efficiency motor.
  • button icon Versatile cleaning attachments.
  • button icon One-touch debris emptying.
  • button icon Ultra-lightweight.
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE
WINNER :

Shark IQ R101AE

  • RESUMES AFTER AUTO RECHARGING
  • MAPS & PLANS ROUTE
  • EMPTIES ON ITS OWN
USABILITY
WINNER :

Shark IQ R101AE

  • ZONE CLEANING
DESIGN
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Shark IQ R101AE

Reasons why we like it:

  • RESUMES AFTER AUTO RECHARGING
  • MAPS & PLANS ROUTE
  • EMPTIES ON ITS OWN
  • ZONE CLEANING
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COMPARISON – Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86 VS. Shark IQ R101AE

PERFORMANCE

CLEANS UNDER FURNITURE

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

With only 3.5 inches tall, this unit is able to get under and clean under sofas, tables, beds and any other furniture in the house.

Yes

With its small inch body, it is able to get under any furniture to clean.

COVERAGE

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Device has a smart-Sense Navigation which assesses a wide coverage.

Yes

Device has a new IQ navigation that offers amazing row by row coverage.

SUCTION POWER

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Device has a powerful suction and multi surface brush roll which makes it ideal for picking up dust and debris from the floors and carpets.

Yes

Device has unbeatable suction as compared to any shark robot vacuum for pick up for large and small debris as well as pet hair on carpets and hard floors.

IDEAL FOR HOMES WITH PETS

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

A multi surface brush roll combines with the good suction and a high-efficiency filter to give you an amazing solution for homes with pets.

Yes

Designed for Homes with Pets Powerful suction and a re-engineered brush roll combine with a high-efficiency filter that captures pet dander and allergens.

CLEAN CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

This device has double spinning side brushes which pull in debris from corners and edges.

Yes

Has dual edge and corner brushes that dig deep into edges and corners for complete cleaning of dust, dirt and debris.

BATTERY LIFE

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

This unit's battery life is excellent as it can run for 1 hour.

Yes

Battery life is approximately four hours of runtime when fully charged.

CHARGE TIME

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

It takes three hours to charge the battery.

Yes

The initial charging can take up to 6 hours until complete charge.

MULTI-FLOOR CLEANING

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

A spinning, multi-surface brush roll takes on carpets while powerful suction and dual spinning side brushes pick up debris from hard floors, edges, and corners.

Yes

Navigates to clean multiple floors, ranging from carpets and hard floors and it detects where it has already cleaned and avoids that place to go to other places that need cleaning.

DEEP CLEANS THICK CARPETS

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Device has a spinning, multi-surface brush roll which does a tremendous job of taking on debris deep in carpets.

Yes

Has a powerful suction and dual edge brushes which dig deep into carpets thus tackling debris in your carpet.

FOR LARGE ROOMS

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Its ability to run for 60 minutes without shutting down makes it ideal for large rooms.

Yes

It has a battery life of 4 hours which makes it suitable for large rooms. It cleans for 4 hours and resumes cleaning right where it stopped after charging if the session was not finished.

AUTO DOCKS AND RECHARGE

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Device is able to auto dock and recharge when it runs out of battery.

Yes

It has a self emptying base which serves as a charging dock for the robot as well.

RESUMES AFTER AUTO RECHARGING

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
No

Yes

It automatically recharges when needed and picks up where it left off when cleaning.

MULTI-ROOM NAVIGATION

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

This device is able to navigate from room to room.

Yes

Has a powerful mobility and room mapping feature which lets you select which rooms to clean or when to clean them through the app.

AVOIDS STAIRS AND OBJECTS

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

This robotic vacuum is able to avoid stairs and objects.

Yes

Device has cliff sensors as well as a home mapping feature which lets you select which rooms to clean or avoid including the stairs or even decks.

QUIET OPERATION

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

This device is quiet enough making it possible to work or do something else while it’s cleaning.

Yes

The device is relatively quiet when cleaning unless if it is faulty.

BOOSTS SUCTION POWER

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Device has a normal and max suction where it boosts from normal to max when needed.

Yes

Device has a normal and max suction power that can boost from normal to max suction when needed.

HEPA FILTER

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

This device has a high efficiency heap filter that is ideal for picking up dust and other airborne particles.

Yes

Device has a high efficiency filter to easily capture and trap dirt and debris.

MAPS & PLANS ROUTE

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
No

Yes

It has a room mapping feature that enables it plan the rooms to be cleaned.

SWEEPS AND MOPS

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Device has two brushes that sweep dirt into the vacuum however it may not be able mop as required.

Yes

The device has two side sweepers that will do the sweeping for you however it may not be able to mop.

CONCENTRATED CLEANING

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Has a max mode for concentrated cleaning which increases the suction power to deal with messes.

Yes

Has a max mode for concentrated cleaning which increases the suction power to deal with messes.

EMPTIES ON ITS OWN

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
No

Yes

It has a bag less self-empty base.

Shark IQ R101AE

USABILITY

HASSLE FREE OPERATION

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

With the help with Radio Frequency technology, you can command the device from any room in your house. You can initiate a cleaning session; pre-program the sessions with voice command. It comes with a WIRELESS COMMAND CENTER.

Yes

With the help with Radio Frequency technology, you can command Roomba 790 from any room in your house. You can initiate a cleaning session; pre-program the sessions with voice command. It comes with a WIRELESS COMMAND CENTER.

REMOTE CONTROL WITH MOBILE APP

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Device comes with a remote control that lets you schedule cleaning and control it for your own convenience.

Yes

The device can be connected to a smart device and controlled with a mobile app.

WIFI CONNECTED

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Device is WIFI connected which makes easy for using.

Yes

The shark IQ is WIFI connected for your convenience.

CAN BE SCHEDULED

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Device can be scheduled for your own convenience.

Yes

You can schedule cleanings and target specific rooms with the shark clean app or voice control with Alexa.

WORKS WITH ALEXA

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

You can control the device using voice control on Alexa.

Yes

Device can be controlled with voice control with Alexa.

ZONE CLEANING

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
No

Yes

The room mapping feature that provides you with the option to select where you want to clean. Makes use of cliff sensors made to detect certain places to clean and stay away from others.

Shark IQ R101AE

DESIGN

LARGE DEBRIS BIN

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Device has a large bin with a holding capacity of over 30 days cleaning sessions.

Yes

The self empty bin holds up to 30 days of dirt and debris.

LOW PROFILE DESIGN

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Shark Ion Robot’s thin design allows it to easily coast below furniture to provide thorough clean throughout your home

Yes

It has a low profile design that easily reaches under places above its height to clean.

BOUNDARY STRIPS INCLUDED

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Device has an 8' BotBoundary strip to enable it to avoid obstacles and ledges.

Yes

Device has virtual wall modules or boundary strips.

BATTERY CAPACITY

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

The robot vacuum has a 14.4 V Li-ion 2550 mAh battery with an expected runtime of 60 minutes.

Yes

Device is designed with a battery capacity of 5200mAh.

DUST BIN CAPACITY

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Dustbin capacity is 0.7 quartz.

Yes

Dustbin has a 30 session cleaning capacity.

FULL BIN INDICATOR

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
No

No

VIRTUAL WALL INCLUDED

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Device has virtual walls included.

Yes

Has more common virtual wall modules included in the device.

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

18.2 x 15.2 x 9 inches

Yes

12.9 x 12.6 x 3.5 inches

WEIGHT

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

14.5 pounds

Yes

Device weighs 6.92 pounds.

CONCLUSION

PROS

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Smart sensor navigation 2.0. Powerful suction. Designed for homes with pets. Wi-Fi app and voice enabled. High efficiency motor. Ultra-lightweight. One-touch debris emptying. Versatile cleaning attachments.

Yes

• This unit has a light weight design, powerful suction; • It holds up to 30 session worth of dirt and debris. • High efficiency filter system. • Easily schedules cleanings • Automatically resumes cleaning after recharge • Low profile design • Includes virtual wall boundaries

CONS

Shark ION Robot Vacuum Cleaning System S86
Shark IQ R101AE
Yes

Does not have an auto empty base. Does not do home mapping and room select. Has no full bin indicator.

Yes

• Unit is not entirely silent. • It is hard to remember when to empty the bin since it has a self empty base. • Unit may not be able to mop the floors.

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