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Shark IQ R101AE

The Shark IQ is a self-emptying robot vacuum that can also make maps of your home. While it's a good floor cleaner, the smart features need polish.

$599.99 from Lowe's

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Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Self-emptying

  • Good debris pickup

Cons

  • Finicky smart features

The Shark IQ R101AE is a self-emptying robot vacuum

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