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SAVE $110: The Shark IQ AV970 robot vacuum is over 30% off as an Amazon Deal of the Day for April 12, bringing the price down to $229.99.
Vacuuming is torturous for some and cathartic for others. But even the latter group can admit that it’d be nice to put the load off on someone (or something) else during a hectic week.
A cheap robot vacuum like the Shark IQ AV970 could do the trick. It’s one of Shark’s slickest designs and can squeeze under low-hanging furniture that your beloved Dyson can’t reach — and an Amazon Deal of the Day discount slashes its price by over $100, dropping it to $229.99.
The number one yardstick for any reputable robot vacuum is its handling of different floor types. The AV970 is an equally effective cleaner on hardwood, tile, and carpet, neatly sliding over rug corners without getting tripped up. For floors covered in pet hair or long human hair, the Shark’s self-cleaning brushroll cuts and removes hair as it’s sucked to prevent a messy wraparound situation. An XL bin and high-efficiency filter are also pluses for households with pets.
Rather than relying solely on barrier and drop sensors, the AV970 cleans a little more methodical by working IQ tech into its cleaning schedule. It should sweep in neat rows, ensuring that giant parts of the floor aren’t left completely untouched. (Boundary strips will still be your best friend.) Your home’s floor plan may take some getting used to, but it should eventually be able to navigate between rooms and successfully make it back to its base to charge.
