The Best Robotic Vacuums
We compared eight robotic vacuums on owner ratings, expert reviews, and specs. The Shark AI Ultra Robot Vacuum is our top pick for its powerful suction and self-emptying feature.
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The bottom line
The Shark AI Ultra Robot Vacuum (B09T4YZGQR) is our top pick for its powerful suction, self-emptying for 60 days, and self-cleaning brushroll technology. Priced at $303.06, it has an average owner rating of 4/5 from 23,737 ratings. The closest alternative is the iRobot Roomba Robot Vacuum & Mop Combo (B0GT6BYB85), which offers powerful suction and a dual mop system but lacks the self-emptying feature. For a budget pick, the Shark IQ Robot Vacuum (B08DLRYHKY) at $148.95 offers self-emptying for up to 45 days and improved carpet cleaning.
Shark AI Ultra Robot Vacuum $303.06
Best overall robotic vacuum for pet hair
The Shark AI Ultra Robot Vacuum has powerful suction, self-emptying for 60 days, and a self-cleaning brushroll. Priced at $303.06, it has an average owner rating of 4/5 from 23,737 ratings. Skip if you need advanced mapping features.
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iRobot Roomba Robot Vacuum & Mop Combo $398.99
Best for powerful suction and mopping
The iRobot Roomba Robot Vacuum & Mop Combo has powerful 20,000 Pa suction and a dual mop system. Priced at $398.99, it has an average owner rating of 4.1/5 from 11,986 ratings. Skip if you need self-emptying.
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Shark IQ Robot Vacuum $148.95
Best budget robotic vacuum with self-emptying
The Shark IQ Robot Vacuum has self-emptying for up to 45 days and improved carpet cleaning. Priced at $148.95, it has an average owner rating of 4/5 from 23,816 ratings. Skip if you need advanced features.
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- Shark AI Ultra Robot Vacuum Best for powerful suction and pet hair management 9.0/10 $303.06 Amazon
- iRobot Roomba Robot Vacuum & Mop Combo Best for powerful suction and mopping 8.0/10 $398.99 Amazon
- Shark IQ Robot Vacuum Best budget option with self-emptying 8.0/10 $148.95 Amazon
- Shark AV2501S AI Ultra Robot Vacuum Good for powerful suction and self-emptying 7.0/10 $266.28 Amazon
- roborock Qrevo S Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop Good for powerful suction and mopping 7.0/10 $384.99 Amazon
- roborock Qrevo S Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop Good for powerful suction and smart mopping 7.0/10 $699.99 Amazon
- Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum & Mop Combo Good for powerful suction and self-emptying, but with connectivity issues 6.0/10 $829.00 Amazon
- roborock QV 35A Good for powerful suction and mopping, but with mapping issues 6.0/10 $899.99 Amazon
Where the differences show up in daily use
The Shark AI Ultra Robot Vacuum (B09T4YZGQR) has powerful suction and self-emptying feature, making it suitable for homes with pets. The iRobot Roomba Robot Vacuum & Mop Combo (B0GT6BYB85) has a dual mop system for hard floors, but lacks the self-emptying feature. The Shark IQ Robot Vacuum (B08DLRYHKY) is a budget-friendly option with self-emptying for up to 45 days, but it lacks advanced features like mopping and pet hair management.
What owners complain about after buying
Owners of the Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum & Mop Combo (B0DCPX2M8N) report issues with Wi-Fi connectivity and a software bug related to map storage. The roborock Qrevo S Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop (B0GGRSMXKN) has received complaints about mapping issues in rooms with large windows and cord entanglement. The roborock QV 35A (B0DSLBN5FS) also faces similar mapping issues and cord entanglement problems.
The also-rans
The roborock QV 35A (B0DSLBN5FS) and the roborock Qrevo S Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop (B0GGRTD2ZY) both face issues with mapping and cord entanglement, making them less reliable options. The Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum & Mop Combo (B0DCPX2M8N) has connectivity issues and a software bug, which detract from its overall performance.