The 30 day self empty version is definitely a steal, very good bot and I can trust that if I went on vacation for 2 weeks, and cleared all obstacles, it would clean without any issues.
Shark, if you’re listening: IMPROVE THE APP! Code the ability to edit the map after it has been discovered! Things get moved around. I don’t want to have to “rediscover” the house and re-define all the areas just because the couch is now in a different spot! Mark the map with places where the bot “thinks” it got stuck. Ask the user if it should avoid that location. Better yet, update the map all the time with the location of the bot! Mine gets stuck under my nightstands almost every time. I placed no-go zones but it still goes there and gets stuck. I can’t tell if I have them placed correctly because it didn’t map out the room very well despite my best efforts.
LOL I still can't believe it never got stuck... compared to a lot of other vacuums this one is a BEAST (less sensitive) 11:40 for those wondering in the video!
Great review! I couldn’t agree more with the need for multiple maps. In the meantime, how would you recommend using this robot on two different levels?
Shark vacuums are junk. I have the beige version of the one in this video. Mine broke in 3 months and they refuse to honor the warranty because I unscrewed a single screw that held on a side brush. They said that voided the warranty.
@@DigitalDavid we just bought a Roomba J9+. I haven’t even set it up yet. Amazon had a great sale on it last week. It has great reviews so we couldn’t pass it up.
Why is there never any mention about this donut sticking on top? It cannot go under low surfaces and that is a problem. It is beyond frustrating and as well the sensors have issues as they are very sensitive and have to be cleaned. And this is not easy to do. Big fail on this model.
I understand your frustration with the limitations of the Shark AV2501S AI Robot Vacuum. While the donut-shaped design on the top of the vacuum may not be explicitly mentioned in marketing materials or reviews, it does have a purpose. The design houses various sensors and components that help the vacuum navigate and detect obstacles in its path. These sensors enable the vacuum to avoid objects and navigate around your home autonomously. However, it's important to note that the donut design may restrict the vacuum from accessing very low surfaces or areas with minimal clearance. This limitation can be inconvenient if you have furniture or spaces that are close to the ground and you were expecting the vacuum to clean those areas. Regarding the sensors, it's common for robotic vacuums to require regular maintenance, including cleaning the sensors. Sensors can become dirty over time due to dust, debris, or pet hair, which may affect their accuracy or performance. While cleaning the sensors may not be an effortless task, it is typically recommended to ensure optimal functioning of the vacuum. It's unfortunate that these aspects of the Shark AV2501S AI Robot Vacuum have led to frustration for you. It's essential to consider your specific needs and the features that are most important to you when choosing a robotic vacuum. There are other models available on the market that may better suit your requirements and address the issues you've mentioned. cnl
I kinda tortured it with that hair test haha Some hair will def get tangled up though. It's not ideal, but it's easier than you'd think to get out by cutting it with a blade. If that's a concern I'd consider getting a Roomba for their anti-tangle design! ~B
I'm on my 2nd Rumba and never had hair in the brushes. 4years and still running strong. Replace the filter and side brush dye to wear and tear. Very dependable and still has great suction. My next one will have the 30 day self clean option.
The 30 day self empty version is definitely a steal, very good bot and I can trust that if I went on vacation for 2 weeks, and cleared all obstacles, it would clean without any issues.
Totally! And what is nice about these is they have no bag in the dustbin!! Keeping your monthly costs down!!
Shark, if you’re listening:
IMPROVE THE APP!
Code the ability to edit the map after it has been discovered! Things get moved around. I don’t want to have to “rediscover” the house and re-define all the areas just because the couch is now in a different spot!
Mark the map with places where the bot “thinks” it got stuck. Ask the user if it should avoid that location. Better yet, update the map all the time with the location of the bot!
Mine gets stuck under my nightstands almost every time. I placed no-go zones but it still goes there and gets stuck. I can’t tell if I have them placed correctly because it didn’t map out the room very well despite my best efforts.
Can you see where it is yet
@@AgentOffice ummmm…no
Sorry to hear about your experience :( Always room for improvement with these things!
~B
Let’s be real…. Who has long hairs like this laying around on their floors? Unless you’re in a beauty salon, of course.
Just trying to push them to the limits so you can get an idea of what they are capable of doing!!
Whew. The encounter with your wife's sandal and other shoes had me rolling 😆
LOL I still can't believe it never got stuck... compared to a lot of other vacuums this one is a BEAST (less sensitive)
11:40 for those wondering in the video!
Great review! I couldn’t agree more with the need for multiple maps. In the meantime, how would you recommend using this robot on two different levels?
Thanks so much! I would probably map whichever floor gets the most traffic, and just let it do its thing without a map on the other floor!
~B
@@DigitalDavidThanks DD. I tried that today and it worked.
Not even a month old and it's already broke itself
Really?! Any idea what happened? Mine is still going strong!
Great video! Thanks for the overview.
You are welcome. Glad it was helpful. Let me know if you have any questions!
What’s the other robot vacuum you have there? 👀
The one at 10:41 in the video is this one: ruclips.net/video/pIX8y2vvIsM/видео.html
Great review. Love mine only thing I'm wondering is if you can change the direction that robot goes ?
Thanks so much! What do you mean by "change direction?"
~B
@@DigitalDavid Can you control the robot from the app, like forward or rotate left or right with buttons in the app.
@@adlee4699 currently there is no way to control the robots from the app, unlike other apps.
Shark vacuums are junk. I have the beige version of the one in this video. Mine broke in 3 months and they refuse to honor the warranty because I unscrewed a single screw that held on a side brush. They said that voided the warranty.
That is so disheartening to hear. That makes 0 sense that you can't undo that screw!!! What brand are you getting now?!
@@DigitalDavid we just bought a Roomba J9+. I haven’t even set it up yet. Amazon had a great sale on it last week. It has great reviews so we couldn’t pass it up.
Mine broke, and I am having a hell of a time finding someone to repair it locally.
I'm sorry to hear that! Go to this link and see if you can get some help with that support.sharkclean.com/hc/en-us/articles/4403101981714-Contact-Us
🤥
@@ubroberts5541?
Got mine today. As I am trying to add the robot on my phone none of the robots listed are the same as the AV2501S AI. Which one did you select?
Hmmm it's gotta be on there somewhere!
It sucks! I get every type of error message and it repeatedly stops. All troubleshooting has been done. I do not recommend it.
Really? I'm sorry to hear that. Maybe you got a faulty one?
~B
@@DigitalDavid I did get a faulty one - shark replaced the device for 21.81 and the new one works great!
Why is there never any mention about this donut sticking on top? It cannot go under low surfaces and that is a problem. It is beyond frustrating and as well the sensors have issues as they are very sensitive and have to be cleaned. And this is not easy to do. Big fail on this model.
I understand your frustration with the limitations of the Shark AV2501S AI Robot Vacuum. While the donut-shaped design on the top of the vacuum may not be explicitly mentioned in marketing materials or reviews, it does have a purpose. The design houses various sensors and components that help the vacuum navigate and detect obstacles in its path. These sensors enable the vacuum to avoid objects and navigate around your home autonomously.
However, it's important to note that the donut design may restrict the vacuum from accessing very low surfaces or areas with minimal clearance. This limitation can be inconvenient if you have furniture or spaces that are close to the ground and you were expecting the vacuum to clean those areas.
Regarding the sensors, it's common for robotic vacuums to require regular maintenance, including cleaning the sensors. Sensors can become dirty over time due to dust, debris, or pet hair, which may affect their accuracy or performance. While cleaning the sensors may not be an effortless task, it is typically recommended to ensure optimal functioning of the vacuum.
It's unfortunate that these aspects of the Shark AV2501S AI Robot Vacuum have led to frustration for you. It's essential to consider your specific needs and the features that are most important to you when choosing a robotic vacuum. There are other models available on the market that may better suit your requirements and address the issues you've mentioned. cnl
robovac was my roombas name
Lol
Awesome
Thank you for your feedback!
@@DigitalDavid your welcome
20:47 the model number is different 2510SOUS
I probably selected the wrong one!
Mine doesn’t have a power button on base 😢
If the product you got was faulty, we recommend reaching out to the brand directly! -MB
Super
Super Duper
~B
Can you see where it is on the map
I don't believe there is a way to see it on the map, but they do have a "find robot" option if that's why you were asking
~B
How tedious is cleaning human hair tangled and stuck in the bristles ?
I kinda tortured it with that hair test haha Some hair will def get tangled up though. It's not ideal, but it's easier than you'd think to get out by cutting it with a blade. If that's a concern I'd consider getting a Roomba for their anti-tangle design!
~B
I'm on my 2nd Rumba and never had hair in the brushes. 4years and still running strong. Replace the filter and side brush dye to wear and tear. Very dependable and still has great suction. My next one will have the 30 day self clean option.
@@badbackachewhat model?