Shark AI Robot RV2001 vs AI Ultra Robot AV2501S

Which Robot Vacuum Is Better?

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Shark AI Robot RV2001
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Our Verdict

Shark AI Robot RV2001

Shark AI Ultra Robot AV2501S

The Shark AI Ultra Robot AV2501S is better than the Shark AI Robot RV2001. The AI Ultra is self-emptying compatible, does a better job of clearing debris from cracks, performs better on bare floors, has an easier time dealing with pet hair, and has a LIDAR mapping system, which allows for quicker room mapping, even in the dark. Conversely, the AI Robot has fewer parts needing regular cleaning, incurs lower recurring costs, and offers better overall coverage despite its simpler navigation system, as it won't identify everyday objects as hazards to avoid.

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Variants

  • RV2001 (Black/Silver)
  • AV2001 (Gray)
  • AV2501S (Black)
  • AV2501AE (Black/Bronze)

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Design

Build Quality 
 

N/A
N/A

Vacuum Type 
 

Locked

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Build Quality 
 

N/A
N/A

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Vacuum & Mop Combo 
 

Locked

User Maintenance 
 

N/A
N/A

Maintenance Picture  

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Brushroll Cleaning Video  

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Recurring Cost 
 

N/A
N/A

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Bag Part Number  

Locked
Locked

Filter Part Number  

Locked
Locked

HEPA Filter Part Number  

Locked
Locked

Storing 
 

N/A
N/A

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Height 
 

Lock" (Lock cm)

Width 
 

Lock" (Lock cm)

Depth 
 

Lock" (Lock cm)

Cord Storing 
 

Locked

On-Board Tool Storage 
 

Locked

Vacuum Rack/Station 
 

Locked

Dimensions 
 

Robot Vacuum Dimensions  

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Robot Vacuum Height  

Lock cm (Lock")

Robot Vacuum Width  

Lock cm (Lock")

Robot Vacuum Depth  

Lock cm (Lock")

Docking Station Dimensions  

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Docking Station Height  

Lock cm (Lock")

Docking Station Width  

Lock cm (Lock")

Docking Station Depth  

Lock cm (Lock")

Dirt Compartment 
 

N/A
N/A

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Bagless 
 

Locked

Volume 
 

Lock gal (Lock L)

Full Indicator 
 

Locked

Bag Included 
 

Locked

Internal Dirt Compartment 
 

N/A
N/A

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Dirt Compartment Capacity 
 

Lock L

Full Indicator 
 

Locked

Station Maintenance Capabilities 
 

N/A
N/A

Station Photo  

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Auto Empty 
 

Locked

Bagless Station 
 

Locked

Dirt Compartment Capacity 
 

Lock L

Automatic Tank Refill 
 

Locked

Mop Washing 
 

Locked

Mop Drying 
 

Locked

In The Box 
 

In The Box Picture  

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Range 
 

N/A
N/A

Cordless 
 

Locked

Cord Length 
 

N/A

Hose Length 
 

N/A

Minimum Wand Length 
 

N/A

Maximum Wand Length 
 

N/A

Total Range 
 

N/A

Portability 
 

N/A
N/A

Total Weight 
 

Lock lbs (Lock kg)

Weight In Hand 
 

Lock lbs (Lock kg)

Carrying handle 
 

Locked

Battery 
 

N/A
N/A

Minimum Battery Life 
 

Lock min
Lock min

Maximum Battery Life 
 

Lock min
Lock min

Recharge Time 
 

Lock min
Lock min

Recharge Dock 
 

Locked

Battery Life Indicator 
 

Locked

Removable Batteries 
 

Locked
Locked

Quality-Of-Life Features 
 

Picture Of Controls  

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Power Adjustment 
 

Locked
Locked

Easy On/Off 
 

Locked
Locked

Surface Type Adjustment 
 

Locked

Rotating Head 
 

Locked

Self-Propelled 
 

Locked

Headlights 
 

Locked

Head Surface Type Adjustment 
 

Locked

Brushroll And Tools 
 

Brushroll And Tools Photo  

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Brushroll Setup 
 

Locked

Brushroll Type 
 

Locked

Side Brush Setup 
 

Locked

Side Brush Type 
 

Locked

Tools And Brushes 
 

Tools And Brush Picture  

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Brushroll 
 

Locked

Brushroll On/Off 
 

Locked

Removable Brushroll 
 

Locked

Turbo Brush 
 

Locked

Crevice Tool 
 

Locked

Upholstery Tool 
 

Locked

Soft Bristle Brush 
 

Locked

Hard Bristle Brush 
 

Locked

Extension Wand 
 

Locked

Ceiling Fan Tool 
 

Locked

Pet Grooming Tool 
 

Locked

Alternative Configuration 
 

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Blower Mode 
 

Locked
Performance

Bare Floor Performance (Hardwood, Laminate, Tiles) 
 

N/A
N/A

Setting Used  

Locked

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Large Debris at 0 gal (0L)  

Lock%

Large Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L)  

Lock%

Large Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L)  

N/A

Large Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L)  

N/A

Large Debris at 0.8 gal (3L)  

N/A

Large Debris at 1.6 gal (6L)  

N/A

Bare Floor Small Debris Graph  

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Small Debris at 0 gal (0L)  

Lock%

Small Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L)  

Lock%

Small Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L)  

N/A

Small Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L)  

N/A

Small Debris at 0.8 gal (3L)  

N/A

Small Debris at 1.6 gal (6L)  

N/A

Hard Floor Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

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Hard Floor Pickup Post Test  

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Low-Pile Carpet Performance 
 

N/A
N/A

Setting Used  

Locked

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Large Debris at 0 gal (0L)  

Lock%

Large Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L)  

Lock%

Large Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L)  

N/A

Large Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L)  

N/A

Large Debris at 0.8 gal (3L)  

N/A

Large Debris at 1.6 gal (6L)  

N/A

Low Carpet Small Debris Graph  

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Small Debris at 0 gal (0L)  

Lock%

Small Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L)  

Lock%

Small Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L)  

N/A

Small Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L)  

N/A

Small Debris at 0.8 gal (3L)  

N/A

Small Debris at 1.6 gal (6L)  

N/A

High-Pile Carpet Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

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High-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test  

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High-Pile Carpet Performance 
 

N/A
N/A

Setting Used  

Locked

High Carpet Large Debris Graph  

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Large Debris at 0 gal (0L)  

Lock%

Large Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L)  

Lock%

Large Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L)  

N/A

Large Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L)  

N/A

Large Debris at 0.8 gal (3L)  

N/A

Large Debris at 1.6 gal (6L)  

N/A

High Carpet Small Debris Graph  

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Small Debris at 0 gal (0L)  

Lock%

Small Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L)  

Lock%

Small Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L)  

N/A

Small Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L)  

N/A

Small Debris at 0.8 gal (3L)  

N/A

Small Debris at 1.6 gal (6L)  

N/A

Low-Pile Carpet Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

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Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test  

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Pet Hair Floor Performance 
 

N/A
N/A

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Bare Floor 
 

Lock%

Low-Pile Carpet 
 

Lock%

High-Pile Carpet 
 

Lock%

Pet Hair Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

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Suction 
 

N/A
N/A

Suction Video  

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Maximum Hose Suction 
 

N/A

Maximum Head Suction 
 

Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)

Normal Head Suction 
 

Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)

Setting Used For Normal  

Locked

Hose Diameter 
 

N/A

Airflow 
 

N/A
N/A

Maximum Airflow Video  

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Maximum Head Airflow 
 

Lock CFM (Lock m³/min)
Lock CFM (Lock m³/min)

Noise 
 

N/A
N/A

Noise Video 
 

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Bare Floor 
 

Lock dBA
Lock dBA

Low-Pile Carpet 
 

Lock dBA
Lock dBA

Household Adaptability 
 

N/A
N/A

Household Adaptability  

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Pet Hair Furniture Performance 
 

N/A
N/A

Sofa Pickup Video  

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Sofa Pickup Post Test  

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Obstacle Avoidance 
 

N/A
N/A

Obstacle Avoidance Technology 
 

Locked

Object Recognition 
 

Locked

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Bare Floor: Avoidance Rate 
 

Lock%

Bare Floor: Intervention Rate 
 

Lock%

Carpet: Avoidance Rate 
 

Lock%

Carpet: Intervention Rate 
 

Lock%

Always Avoided Pet Waste 
 

Locked

Height Clearance 
 

N/A
N/A

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Lowest Height Cleared 
 

Locked

Threshold Clearance 
 

N/A
N/A

Low Threshold Video  

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Max Threshold Height 
 

Lock cm (Lock")

Air Quality 
 

Sealing Quality Video  

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Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA) 
 

Locked
Locked

Cracks 
 

N/A
N/A

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Stains 
 

N/A
N/A

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Water 
 

N/A
N/A

Wet Compatible 
 

Locked
Locked

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Automation

Physical Automation 
 

N/A
N/A

Recharge And Resume 
 

Locked

Automatic Recharging 
 

Locked

Automatic Bag Emptying 
 

Locked

Pathing Algorithm 
 

Locked
Locked

Physical Boundary Markers 
 

Locked
Locked

Scheduled Start Buttons 
 

Locked
Locked

Cycle Control Buttons 
 

Locked
Locked

Navigation Control Buttons 
 

Locked
Locked

Companion App Automation 
 

N/A
N/A

Companion App Screen Grabs  

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App Name 
 

Locked
Locked

Software Boundary Markers (No-Go Zones) 
 

Locked
Locked

App Scheduled Start 
 

Locked
Locked

App Cycle Control 
 

Locked
Locked

Navigation Control Within App 
 

Locked
Locked

iOS Availability 
 

Locked

Android Availability 
 

Locked

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