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With above-average cleaning, low noise output, and good battery life, the Shark ION AV753 is worth its entry-level pricing. However, its navigation is poor. It also has an average dirt canister size and lacks mopping.
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Product Snapshot
Overview
The Shark Ion Robot Vacuum AV753 is an entry-level robot vacuum launched in 2021. It features WiFi connectivity for remote control through Alexa/Google Assistant or its smartphone app. Unfortunately, it doesn’t have an anti-allergen HEPA filter, which is a staple for the best vacuum cleaners.
It also has three brushes in total, where two side brushes help clean edges and corners. The AV753 has a max noise output of 58.6dB, and even though owners can schedule cleaning times through its app, they won’t be able to set up virtual barriers. Check out the best robot vacuums for that.
Though it has only basic navigation, without automatic obstacle avoidance and smart mapping that high-end robot vacuums typically offer, the Shark ION Robot Vacuum is a good value choice for those seeking a straightforward robotic vacuum. Cleaning performance is good, with up to 94.2% dirt pickup on bare floors and 52.2% pickup on low-pile carpets. It also picks up to 71% of pet hair, and this cleaning performance makes it above average compared to other alternatives on our certified, tested list. The Shark app is useful and offers voice control, but it’s not as intuitive as some.
The noise output is 58.6 dB, which is very low. Battery life is an exceptional 179 minutes, but charge time is 236 minutes – nearly four hours. The ION has trouble picking up pet hair and fine debris and allergen filtration is poor since it lacks a HEPA filter. The .01 KPa tested floor suction isn’t impressive but matches other entry-level robot vacuums.
ReasonS to Buy
Good bare floor cleaning performance
The AV753 picks up 94.25% of debris from bare floors. This earns it an above-average placement compared to other robovacs in its category.
Low noise output
The AV753 has a noise output of about 58.6 dB, which places it among the top 10% quietest robovacs on our certified, tested list.
Long runtime
The AV753 has a 179-minute battery life, which is quite long compared to other robovacs in its category.
Reason to Avoid
Basic navigation capabilities
The Shark Io AC753 has basic navigation, as it lacks room mapping capabilities. It moves randomly around its coverage area.
Below-average pet hair & carpet cleaning performance
The AV753 only picks up 71% of pet hair & 52.2% of debris from carpets, which is below average compared to other alternatives in its category.
Average dirt canister size
The AV753 has an average 0.4-liter dirt compartment, and it also doesn’t ship with a separate docking station that would house a larger dirt bag.
Shark ION Robot Vacuum AV753 Specs
Auto Docking & Recharging
Yes
Bin Capacity
0.11 gal
Carpet Height Adjustments
Manual
Cleaning Path Width
5.9"
Cliff Sensor
Yes
Compatible Floor Type
All floors
Filter Type
Other
Hypoallergenic
Yes
Mop Feature
–
Pet
Yes
Product Weight
6.6 lbs
Room-by-Room navigation
Yes
Self-Emptying
Yes
Sensor Type
Cliff
Smart App
SharkClean
Works With
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Vera
All Specs
Test Results
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Bare Floor Performance (% of Debris Cleaned)
94.25
Carpet Performance (% of Debris Cleaned)
52.25
Pet Hair Performance (% of Debris Cleaned)
71
Noise level (dB)
58.6
Battery Life (Minutes)
179
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Product Comparison
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Market Context
The Shark Ion Robot Vacuum AV753 is an entry-level robot vacuum launched in 2021. It features WiFi connectivity for remote control through Alexa/Google Assistant or…
The Shark Ion Robot Vacuum AV753 is an entry-level robot vacuum launched in 2021. It features WiFi connectivity for remote control through Alexa/Google Assistant or its smartphone app. Unfortunately, it doesn’t have an anti-allergen HEPA filter, which is a staple for the best vacuum cleaners.
It also has three brushes in total, where two side brushes help clean edges and corners. The AV753 has a max noise output of 58.6dB, and even though owners can schedule cleaning times through its app, they won’t be able to set up virtual barriers. Check out the best robot vacuums for that.
The Shark Ion Robot Vacuum AV753 has a longer runtime compared to its counterpart, the Shark Ion Robot Vacuum RV761, making it the preferable pick,…
The Shark Ion Robot Vacuum AV753 has a longer runtime compared to its counterpart, the Shark Ion Robot Vacuum RV761, making it the preferable pick, especially for large cleaning areas. However, the RV761 can hold slightly more dirt compared to the AV753. Go ahead and check out our Shark Ion Robot RV761 review if you’re interested in what else the RV761 has to offer.
The Shark Ion Robot Vacuum AV753 differs from the Shark RV1001AE in that the latter comes with IQ navigation for row-by-row coverage when cleaning, while…
The Shark Ion Robot Vacuum AV753 differs from the Shark RV1001AE in that the latter comes with IQ navigation for row-by-row coverage when cleaning, while the AV753 does not. Besides that, the RV1001AE also supports home mapping & room cleaning and comes with a self-cleaning brushroll – advantages it has over the AV753, allowing for much better navigation and cleaning efficiency. For another option, consider our Shark Ion Robot R75 Review.
