Shark AV911S vs. AV1010AE Comparison Review
Shark AV911S
Shark AV1010AE
Shark AV911S
- Dimensions 13.38 x 18.5 x 11.42 inches
- Weight 12.23 pounds
- IQ Navigation yes
- Home Mapping & Room Select yes
- Runtime 150 minutes
- Digital boundaries yes
- Recharge & Resume yes
- Self-Cleaning Brushroll no
- PowerFins Technology no
- VACMOP Mode with Sonic Mopping no
- Self-Empty Base yes
- High-Efficiency Filters yes
- App & Voice Control yes
Shark AV1010AE
- Dimensions 14.69 x 10.24 x 19.37 inches
- Weight 17.68 pounds
- IQ Navigation yes
- Home Mapping & Room Select yes
- Runtime 150 minutes
- Digital boundaries no
- Recharge & Resume yes
- Self-Cleaning Brushroll no
- PowerFins Technology no
- VACMOP Mode with Sonic Mopping no
- Self-Empty Base yes
- High-Efficiency Filters yes
- App & Voice Control yes
What’s the best robot vacuum between Shark AV911S vs. AV1010AE? This article digs deeper to find out which is the best Shark robot vacuum to buy and why.
The Shark AV911S is quite similar to Shark AV1010AE, but the differences are profound. Shark AV1010AE has a self-empty base that can empty itself for 45 days, while the Shark AV911S EZ can empty itself for 30 days. The recharge and auto empty stations are also different. There are also differences in cleaning performance, and boundary marking technology. For more, read along.
Which one to choose Shark AV911S or Shark AV1010AE?
4 reasons to choose Shark AV1010AE
- Self-empty base with 45-day capacity: Shak AV1010AE has a larger self-empty base unit to forget about dust for 45 days. The robot automatically empties the built-in bin during docking.
- Room selection: Shark AV1010AE creates and stores interactive maps in the smartphone application where you can select necessary rooms for cleaning.
- Cleaning in rows: Parallel cleaning rows of this Shark covers the entire house, including carpets and hard floors.
- Multiple control functions: You can control the Shark AV1010AE with a phone application or by voice command via Alexa or Google Assistant.
Shark AV911S vs. AV1010AE Face to Face Comparison Review
Shark AV911S is a round-shaped robot vacuum with a low-profile design. Together with the clean base, it measures 18.5 x 11.42 x 13.38 inches.
Regarding portability, the robot only weighs 6.26lbs. When it comes to its finish, the AV911S is black/grey.
Shark AV1010AE is also a round-shaped robot vacuum with a low-profile design. Together with the self-emptying/charging dock, it measures 19.5 x 14.7 x 10.1 inches.
When it comes to portability, the robot only weighs 5.87lbs. Lastly, the Shark AV1010AE is black.
It's hard to call a winner here as both robot vacuums have a low profile design allowing them to go under low profile furniture and pass between tight spaces.
Shark AV911S is a robot cleaner that vacuums only; it doesn’t have a mopping function. For mopping, you will have to buy a separate robot mop.
When it comes to specialty, this model is ideal for bare floors such as hardwood, tile, linoleum, marble, and vinyl. It also does a great job on low to medium pile carpets and homes with pets.
Shark AV1010AE is quite similar to the AV911S EZ. It vacuums only: there is no mopping function. Here again, you will have to spend more on a separate robot mop.
As for specialty, the Shark AV1010AE is ideal for homes with bare floors, low to medium pile carpets, and homes with pets.
As far as cleaning orientation is concerned, there is no clear winner. Both vacuums are ideal for most American household settings.
Shark EZ has incredible suction that enables it to pick up all kinds of dirt and debris. There are three power modes: Normal, Eco and Max.
Normal mode is the default mode, Eco mode is a power-saving mode, while Max is the Shark AV911S on steroids.
Shark AV1010AE also has high suction though it’s not as powerful as the Shark AV911S.
Here again, the robot has three power modes: Normal, Eco, and Max.
While the two robots are quite similar, the AV911S is the best as it has high suction, so it vacuums with more efficiency.
As mentioned earlier, the Shark AV911S can vacuum only.
Also, the AV1010AE vacuums only.
Here, there's no contest.
Shark A911S comes with a set of sensors and a retractable bumper. The sensors enable the robot to identify obstacles, as well as dangerous spots such as the stairs, and avoid them.
On the other hand, the bumper retracts if the robot hits obstacles, thus absorbing the impact.
Shark IQ is similar to AV911S. It also uses sensors for obstacle and accident avoidance. For the record, there is no camera.
There’s also a retractable bumper for absorbing the impact when the robot hits obstacles.
It's hard to call a winner here as both robot vacuums use pretty much the same navigation system. However, we found out that the A911S performed better in high traffic rooms - there were fewer accidents than the AV1010AE.
The Shark AV911S is an intelligent robot vacuum that creates hyper-accurate maps for effective, entire-level cleaning. Interestingly, the robot can identify different rooms, so it’s possible to choose specific rooms to clean.
Once the robot has finished cleaning, you can view where it reached and where it didn’t – Clean Map reports. In addition, the AV911S supports digital boundaries dubbed No Go Zones.
Shark AV1010AE is similar to the AV911S. This one, too, is an intelligent robot vacuum that creates and stores accurate maps of your home. It also has the Interactive Map that enables the robot to identify rooms so you can select specific rooms to vacuum when it’s not necessary to vacuum all rooms.
The AV1010AE also has Clean Map reports but no digital barriers. Instead, you have to use BotBoundary physical strips.
Here, it's hard to call a winner as both robot vacuums map your home. However, the AV911S is our choice as it comes with an updated system and allows users to set up digital barriers on the app.
The Shark AV911S comes with high-efficiency filters that capture allergens and other allergy triggers, making it ideal for allergy sufferers.
This is the filter inside the robot’s bin. Besides, there is a premotor and post-motor filter.
There is absolutely no difference between Shark AV911S vs. AV1010AE when it comes to filtration. Here again, Shark included high-efficiency filters in the robot’s onboard dustbin.
The robot also has two filters in the empty station; premotor and post-motor filters.
Here, it's a draw as both vacuums come with the same filtration systems. The quality of filters is also at par.
Just like all robot vacuums, the AV911S comes with two brush systems: primary and secondary. There is a removable primary brush, but unfortunately, there is no on/off function.
It agitates and lifts dirt with the help of two sweeping side brushes that reach the deep corners and wall edges where the primary brushroll can’t reach.
Shark AV1010AE is also similar – it features a primary and secondary brush.
The primary brush agitates and lifts dirt while the two side sweeping brushes sweep dirt along wall edges and deep corners into the path of the main brush.
There is no winner when it comes to the brush system. Both models have the same features.
Shark AV911S comes with an onboard bin and a self-emptying bin station. Dirt in the onboard bin is emptied into the dirtbag once the robot docks after a cleaning session.
The Shark AV911S can hold up to 30 days of dirt so that you can focus on other chores.
Shark AV101AE also comes with two bins. There is an onboard bin and an external bin dubbed the self-emptying station.
Shark AV101AE’s self-empty station can hold up to 45 days of dirt.
While both robot vacuums have the onboard bin and self-emptying station, the AV101AE is the best choice as its self-emptying station supports a larger dirtbag that can hold more dirt.
The Shark AV911S is a smart home-ready robot vacuum courtesy of Wi-Fi compatibility. You can operate the Shark vacuum remotely via the SharkClean app.
There are features such as Interactive Map, Room Select, Scheduling, Control From Anywhere, and Cleaning Reports on the app. Besides app operation, the Shark A119S syncs with Alexa and Google Assistant.
The AV1010AE is also a smart home-ready robot vacuum as it also comes with Wi-Fi capabilities. Users can access the same app features that come with the AV911S.
What’s more? This robot vacuum works with the popular voice assistants, talk of Alexa, and Google Assistant.
It's hard to call a winner as both robot vacuums are smart home ready. They allow for remote smartphone operation and can sync with voice assistants and other smart home systems.
Shark A911S comes with a powerful battery that offers 150 minutes runtime in Eco mode and 75 minutes in Max mode. The robot will dock for recharge when the battery is low and resume cleaning after that without being prompted.
However, you will have to readjust the power setting once again. The recharge time is 2-3 hours. There are indicator lights at the top of the robot to show how much juice is left.
There is no difference in the AV101AE. It also comes with a powerful lithium-ion battery that offers excellent runtime. In high power mode, it averages 75 minutes, while the maximum runtime is 150 minutes.
The AV101AE can recharge and resume cleaning automatically, but the power mode goes back to the default setting, Normal mode. Recharge time is 2-3 hours. Here again, the robot has battery indicator lights that show you how much charge is left.
There is no winner between Shark AV101AE vs. AV911S in terms of battery life. They come with the exact specifications.
- Robot vacuum
- Dustbin
- Two side brushes
- Self Empty Station /Charging station
- Base station dust bin
- Base station dustbin pre-motor filters (felt and foam)
- Base station dustbin post-motor filter and cover
- Base station mat for use on carpets
- Brushroll
- Brushroll door
- Owner’s guide
- Shark IQ Robot RV1001 vacuum
- Dust bin
- Filter
- 4x Side brushes
- Brushroll
- Brushroll door
- Charging dock
- Boundary strip
- User guide
Here, it's clear that the AV911S is the winner as it comes with more accessories.
Cleaning Tests
Performance on bare floors
The Shark AV911S did a great job on bare floors, picking up all the messes we put on its way, from bread crumbs to sand pebbles. However, it got overwhelmed on carpets, leaving behind fine patches of messes such as flour. Below are the results.
The Shark AV911S did a great job on bare floors, picking up all the messes we put on its way, from bread crumbs to sand pebbles. However, it got overwhelmed on carpets, leaving behind fine patches of messes such as flour. Below are the results.
Performance on bare floors
Performance on carpets
Shark AV101AE also performed quite exceptionally during our tests on bare floors. It picked all the dirt quite satisfactorily. But on carpets, it flopped, just like the A911S.
Performance on carpets
Maintenance
Remove brushroll and inspect whether there is stuck-on dirt and tangled hairs. Replace brush after 8-12 months, depending on whether there are visible signs of wear and tear on bristles.
Here, remove brush and check whether there are tangled hairs and stuck-on dirt. Replace brush after 8-12 months, depending on wear and tear.
Remove the filter from the main dustbin, and tap it on the garbage bin to remove dust and other dirt. Then, rinse using cold water, leave it to dry, and put it back. Clean the filter at least once a month and replace it after 6-8 months.
Remove the filter from the bin, and tap it to remove excess dirt and dust. Then, rinse using cold water, dry it, and put it back. Clean filters at least once every month and replace them after 6-8 months.
You can choose to empty the bin manually by detaching it and emptying the contents.
This robot vacuum can also be emptied manually by detaching the bin and emptying the dirt.
Detach bin and empty the contents after 30 days.
Detach bin and empty contents after 45 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which Shark robot vacuum has mapping?
2. Which is better, Shark or iRobot?
3. Are Shark vacuums loud?
4. Will Shark fall off the stairs?
Summary: Shark AV911S vs. AV1010AE
That’s the end of this Shark AV911S vs. AV1010AE comparison review. These two vacuums share quite a lot in common, but there are differences. The AV911S is the latest model, so it should be the best option. It has better cleaning performance and comes with extras such as digital barriers, a feature the AV1010AE lacks.
But still, the AV1010AE is a worthy choice, especially if you want the larger empty station that holds more dirt than the AV911S.
Jenny
Roomba also has several decent robots with self-emptying function. If compared, which manufacturer offers better prices? I have a small flat, no pets and not much time for cleaning( so I don’t need something extraordinary- just common vacuuming with self-emptying. Thank you for help!
Richard Harrison
Thank you very much for your question! Roomba can offer i3, i6, i7, s9 modifications. Here you’ll find smarter navigation but shorter battery lifetime. Since you live in a small apartment, I guess you’ll find Shark AV1010AE the most beneficial purchase. Sharks are more affordable than Roombas, plus the AV1010AE offers larger bags for self-cleaning (which means rarer manual cleaning for you).
Tom
Do I need to clean the base when it’s full? How often it’s necessary? Is it wet cleaning or…?
Swartzcop Kennedy
Thank you very much for your question! These Shark robots empty their bins automatically on the base. But once the base capacity is over, you’ll need to throw the collected dirt manually. Shark AV911S comes with a base that can contain debris from 30 cleaning cycles (which is a month of everyday vacuuming). Shark AV1010AE contains up to 45 full bins (with is a month and a half). No wet cleaning of the base is needed, just throw dirt.
Chris
My Eufy bot doesn’t vacuum very well in the corners. I always have to pick up hair and wipe dust. Now after two years I decided to buy something new. Did you test Shark cleaners in the corners? Is it common problem for all robot vacuums?
Swartzcop Kennedy
Thank you very much for your question! May believe that robot vacuum cleaners clean bad in the corners because of the case shape (round). That’s not quite true. The quality of cleaning mostly depends on the side brushes and suction power. We tested Shark AV911S and AV1010AE on flat and straight floor parts, but real users do not mention any problems with corner vacuuming. Both models have side brushes with long bristles and nice suction power (+thorough navigation). So, everything should be fine.
Lacy
What is the suction power of Shark AV911S in PA? Roborock S5 has 2000 PA, I’d like to compare. Thanks a lot!
Richard Harrison
Thank you very much for your question! The manufacturer doesn’t provide exact PA level. But our comparisons and tests allow us to say that these Sharks come with suction something about 1700-2200 Pa. The models are quite similar in power if compared with Roborock S5.
Gary
75 minutes is not enough for a big house( but all smart self-emptying robots I’ve checked last only that long. Are there any other options? I really need a robot vacuum for two-storey house.
Swartzcop Kennedy
Thank you very much for your question! Indeed, if we’re talking about smart robot vacuum cleaners with self-emptying function, last-generation navigation and high power, battery lifetime will be about 1 hour. That’s OK for such great performance. But short lifetime is compensated by self-recharging and very through cleaning. We’d recommend you trying a model with floor mapping. Thus, I will clean then recharge and continue cleaning without our help and you’ll not notice recharging.