Shark AV2501AE AI
Score: 74/100
iRobot Roomba i4 EVO
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Roomba i4 EVO offers LiDAR navigation, strong suction and Alexa voice control in a compact package, making it a solid choice for pet owners in small-to-medium homes. Its main drawbacks are a small dustbin and the absence of a self-emptying base, which can increase maintenance effort. Ideal for users who prioritize precise mapping and compact size over fully hands-free operation.
The Shark AV2501AE AI Ultra features a 60-day self-empty base, UltraClean mode for enhanced carpet cleaning, and strong suction for pet hair, all managed via Wi-Fi and voice assistants. Its tall profile and occasional navigation glitches limit access under low furniture. Ideal for medium-to-large homes where deep carpet cleaning and reduced maintenance are priorities.
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| ↓ lower better | 6.92 kg | 3.2 kgbest |
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Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 6.92 kg | 3.2 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×L) (cm) | 35.31×21.40×33.22 cm cm | 33.7x9.2x33.9 cm cm |
Features(2) | ||
Navigation Technology | LiDAR | Imprint Smart Mapping (LiDAR) |
Brush Type | Self‑Cleaning Brushroll | Premium 3‑Stage Cleaning System |
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Professional reviewers consider the Shark AV2501AE a significant step forward for Shark's robot line, praising its LIDAR navigation, strong suction, and 60-day self-empty base as delivering premium-level performance at a competitive price.
Everyday users consistently highlight the robot's ability to tackle pet hair and carpet messes, the convenience of the 60-day self-empty base, and the quiet, app-driven operation. Recurring complaints focus on occasional mapping glitches, the robot's height limiting access under low furniture, and the bulkiness of the base unit.
“intuitive and easy”
Professional reviewers commend the i4 for its strong hard-floor performance, compact maneuverability, fast charging, and intelligent mapping, noting it outperforms many rivals in navigation and build quality. However, they criticize its inability to handle fine sand, the lack of manual power controls, a small dustbin, and the absence of a self-emptying base in the standard model.
Everyday users love the i4's pet-hair pickup, row-by-row cleaning, easy app and voice control, and its ability to slip under furniture, but they commonly complain about the need to empty the small bin often, occasional missed fine dust, and the higher price compared to models that include a self-emptying base.
