The Shark AI Ultra (Cool Grey) uses LiDAR technology to map your home and navigate in a structured grid pattern. This model is designed for homes with pets, featuring a self-cleaning brushroll and a debris port large enough to handle clumps of fur without clogging. The self-empty base is bagless and includes a true HEPA seal to help monitor and capture 99.97% of fine particulates, which is a helpful feature for managing indoor air quality.
The 3.2mm ABS polymer chassis provides high impact resistance, though the hybrid thermoplastic elastomer flaps on the brushroll may show wear more quickly on high-friction commercial carpets. To help the LiDAR system stay accurate, it is best to keep the laser turret housing free of dust and avoid placing the unit in areas with many floor-to-ceiling mirrors, which can sometimes interfere with the navigation signal.
Usability features include:
- Bagless base for zero recurring consumable costs.
- Matrix cleaning mode for improved agitation on carpets.
- App-based control for scheduling and no-go zones.
If you require a robot that can also handle wet mopping on hard floors, the iRobot Roomba Combo offers a different approach to multi-surface cleaning. Browse more automated floor care in our robot vacuums and mop hybrids category.
