Shark AI Self-Empty XL RV2502AE

The Shark AI Self-Empty XL RV2502AE is a top-notch robot vacuum with double the bin capacity and longer battery life than its outstanding predecessor, though its AI Laser Navigation technology isn't perfect.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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Product details

  • INCREDIBLE SUCTION: Powerful Shark suction picks up dirt and debris on all floor types—tackling even the toughest of messes in your home.
  • NO SPOTS MISSED: With Matrix Clean Navigation, the vacuum cleans in a precise matrix grid taking multiple passes over dirt and debris for whole home, deep cleaning coverage.
  • IT EMPTIES ITSELF: The bagless, self-emptying base holds up to 60 days of dirt and debris while its true HEPA filtration captures and traps 99.97%* of dust and allergens (*down to .3 microns).
  • PRECISION HOME MAPPING: 360° LiDAR vision quickly and accurately maps your home so your robot can methodically clean detecting and avoiding objects in its path, day or night, adapting to everyday changes in the home.
  • PERFECT FOR HOMES WITH PETS: With powerful vacuum suction, Shark’s self-cleaning brushroll, and HEPA filtration system the robot captures pet hair, dust, dander and allergens with ease.
  • HANDS-FREE CONTROL: Set a cleaning schedule, initiate on-demand cleaning, or activate cleans all with sound of your voice using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.
  • EXTENDED RUNTIME: Up to 120 minutes of runtime for whole-home cleaning. And with Recharge and Resume, the robot will return to the dock, recharge, and can pick up where it left off.

PROS

+ Excellent cleaning performance
+ Large base only needs to be emptied about every two months
+ New UltraClean mode for pet hair and carpeting
+ Two-hour battery life
+ Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
+ Supports scheduling, no-go zones, and area cleaning

CONS

- Occasionally gets stuck
- Loud

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on March 07, 2022
The Shark AI Self-Empty XL RV2502AE is a top-notch robot vacuum with double the bin capacity and longer battery life than its outstanding predecessor, though its AI Laser Navigation technology isn't perfect.
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