The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Robot Vacuums, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

iRobot Roomba 675 Robot Vacuum iRobot Roomba 675 Robot Vacuum #3 in Robot Vacuums
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Shark AV2501AE AI Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum with LiDAR Mapping Shark AV2501AE AI Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum with LiDAR Mapping #38 in Robot Vacuums
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#38
Suction
1500Pa, good on carpets & floors
Strong suction, pet-hair optimized
Navigation
Gyro-based rows, no floorplan memory
Precise LiDAR 360° mapping, grid navigation
Obstacle Avoidance
Bumps & navigate, no AI avoidance
LiDAR-based detection and avoidance
Self-empty dock
Charging dock only, manual bin empty
60-day self-empty dock, no self-wash
Mopping
Vacuum only, no mop
Vacuum only, no mopping capability
App & Voice Control
Solid app with Alexa/Google scheduling
Full app scheduling, Alexa/Google voice control
Value
Strong bang for budget price
Excellent capability for $269.99 (41% off)
Verdict
Best entry-level robot vacuum from market leader
Best-value self-emptying pick for pet owners

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