The models in detail
This page is for buyers who already lean toward Shark and want to sort out its robot vacuums on Amazon.com, from vacuum-only Navigator models to the PowerDetect vacuum-mop. We picked six models from Amazon.com product listings checked on October tenth, 2026. We compare what the listings state about bases, mopping and navigation; we did not run any of these robots ourselves.
1 · Our pick
Shark AI Ultra AV2511AE
Robot vacuum4/5 from 41687 Amazon customer ratings (as of October 10, 2026)
Among Shark's robot vacuums on Amazon.com, the AV2511AE strikes the best balance of upkeep and capability. Its bagless base holds up to 60 days of debris, double the 30 days of the Navigator AV2110S and the Matrix Plus UR2650WS, and you never buy bags. 360° LiDAR maps the home, detects objects and works in the dark, and Matrix Clean runs multiple passes in a grid. It is the only Shark on this page whose listing gives a runtime: up to 90 minutes, after which it recharges and resumes where it stopped. The self-cleaning brushroll is meant to keep hair from wrapping. What it does not do is mop, and Shark publishes no suction figure in Pa. Only 1 side brush and 1 filter come in the box. Part of the product page describes a 2-in-1 vacuum-mop, which is a different model. Its 4 out of 5 average across 41,687 ratings appears shared with the AV2800ZE.
Pros, cons and specs
Pros
- The bagless self-empty base holds up to 60 days of debris with no bags to buy, according to the listing.
- 360° LiDAR maps the home, detects objects and works in the dark.
- Matrix Clean takes multiple passes in a grid pattern, and the self-cleaning brushroll is meant to prevent hair wrap.
- Up to 90 minutes of runtime, then it recharges and resumes where it left off.
Cons
- Suction power in Pa is not given.
- Vacuum only: no mopping on this model.
- Only 1 side brush and 1 filter come in the box.
Best for: Pet owners with mixed carpet and hard floors who want a LiDAR vacuum with a bagless self-empty base.
Skip it if you also want mopping or need a published suction figure to compare models.
Other specs
- RuntimeUp to 90 min (recharge and resume)
- Anti-tangleSelf-cleaning brushroll
- ConnectivitySharkClean app, Alexa, Google Assistant
2 · Mopping without chores
Shark PowerDetect AV2800ZE
Robot vacuum4/5 from 41687 Amazon customer ratings (as of October 10, 2026)
If you want Shark to mop as well as vacuum without you rinsing pads, the AV2800ZE is the one model on this page that does it. The NeverTouch Pro base empties debris for up to 60 days, refills the water tank for up to 30 days, and washes and dries the pad after every clean. The sonic pad extends up to an inch at edges, and NeverStuck lifts the robot over thresholds while keeping the pad off carpets, something the listings for the Matrix Plus models do not mention. DirtDetect and StainDetect are claimed to add suction or mopping passes where needed, and navigation pairs 360° LiDAR with 3D sensors. The listing leaves out suction in Pa, battery and runtime, and coverage claims are measured against the older Shark ION. Plan on buying odor neutralizer cartridges and cleaning solution. Its 41,687 ratings, averaging 4 out of 5, match the AV2511AE count and are probably pooled.
Pros, cons and specs
Pros
- The NeverTouch Pro base empties debris for up to 60 days, refills the water tank for up to 30 days, and washes and dries the pad after every clean.
- DirtDetect and StainDetect boost suction or add mopping passes where needed, according to the listing.
- EdgeDetect blasts air into corners and extends the pad up to an inch for edge cleaning.
- NeverStuck lifts the robot over thresholds and keeps the pad off carpets.
Cons
- Suction in Pa, battery and runtime are not given.
- Odor neutralizer cartridges and cleaning solution are consumables.
- Coverage claims are compared against the older Shark ION.
Best for: Busy households with hard floors who want a Shark vacuum-mop whose base also washes and dries the pad.
Skip it if you need a published suction figure or want to avoid buying cartridges and solution.
Other specs
- Mop liftingKeeps the pad above carpets
- Threshold climbingNeverStuck: lifts itself over thresholds
- ConnectivitySharkClean app
3 · Vacuum-mop, bigger bin
Shark Matrix Plus AV2610WA
Robot vacuum4/5 from 36550 Amazon customer ratings (as of October 10, 2026)
The AV2610WA is the Shark vacuum-mop for buyers who want a bigger bagless base but do not need pad washing. The XL base holds up to 60 days of debris, twice the 30 days of the UR2650WS, and the listing rates its HEPA filtration at 99.97% of dust down to 0.3 microns. The sonic pad scrubs hard floors 100x per minute in the same pass as vacuuming, and Matrix Clean grid passes plus CleanEdge Detect air blasts target carpets and corners. The box includes 2 reusable microfiber pads, a 12oz. starter cleaning solution and a 1-year limited warranty. Compared with the PowerDetect, you take off and wash the pads yourself, and the listing says nothing about mop lifting, so expect to keep it off rugs while mopping. Suction in Pa and runtime are missing, and performance gains are quoted against older Shark models. The 36,550 ratings, averaging 4 out of 5, appear shared with the AV2110S.
Pros, cons and specs
Pros
- Vacuums and sonic-mops in one pass, scrubbing hard floors 100x per minute, according to the listing.
- The XL bagless base holds up to 60 days of debris and uses HEPA filtration rated for 99.97% of dust down to 0.3 microns.
- Matrix Clean grid passes and CleanEdge Detect air blasts target carpets, edges and corners.
- Ships with 2 reusable microfiber pads, a 12oz. starter cleaning solution and a 1-year limited warranty.
Cons
- Suction power in Pa and runtime are not given.
- The base does not wash or dry the mop pads; pads are swapped and washed by hand.
- Cleaning gains are quoted against older Shark models, not against competitors.
Best for: Households with carpets and hard floors that want a LiDAR vacuum-mop with a bagless self-empty base.
Skip it if you want a base that also washes and dries the mop, or you need runtime and suction figures.
Other specs
- Anti-tangleSelf-cleaning brushroll
- ConnectivitySharkClean app
4 · Pet homes, light mopping
Shark Matrix Plus UR2650WS
Robot vacuum4/5 from 36550 Amazon customer ratings (as of October 10, 2026)
The UR2650WS covers the same ground as the AV2610WA, vacuuming plus sonic mopping, with a smaller base. That bagless base holds up to 30 days of debris and uses True HEPA filtration rated at 99.97%, while the AV2610WA base is rated for 60 days. The sonic pad scrubs 100x per minute, and Shark claims Matrix Mop gives 50% better stain cleaning and Matrix Clean 30% better carpet cleaning than its own RV2610WD. Those are comparisons with an older Shark, not with other brands. A self-cleaning brushroll targets pet hair, and the robot works with the SharkClean app, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, recharging and resuming as needed. The base only empties the bin: it does not wash, dry or refill the pad, and mop lifting is not mentioned, so carpets may need to be excluded during mopping. Suction in Pa, runtime and battery capacity are not given. Its 36,550 ratings, averaging 4 out of 5, are likely pooled across variants.
Pros, cons and specs
Pros
- Matrix Clean runs a grid pattern with multiple passes, which Shark claims gives 30% better carpet cleaning than its RV2610WD.
- Sonic mopping scrubs 100x per minute, and Matrix Mop targets zones for 50% better stain cleaning, per the listing.
- The bagless base holds up to 30 days of debris with True HEPA filtration rated at 99.97%.
- Recharge & Resume lets it return to the base and pick up where it left off.
Cons
- No suction figure in Pa, runtime or battery capacity is given.
- The base only empties the dustbin: it does not wash, dry or refill the mop.
- The listing does not mention mop lifting, so carpets may need to be excluded when mopping.
Best for: Pet owners who want LiDAR mapping, self-emptying and light mopping in one robot.
Skip it if you need a dock that washes the mop or you want published suction and runtime numbers.
Other specs
- Bag / binBagless base, up to 30 days of debris
- Anti-tangleSelf-cleaning brushroll
- ConnectivitySharkClean app, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
5 · Simple vacuum with app
Shark Navigator AV2110S
Robot vacuum4/5 from 36550 Amazon customer ratings (as of October 10, 2026)
The AV2110S is a straightforward pick if you want Shark's LiDAR, app control and self-emptying without paying for mopping. SmartPath LiDAR cleans row by row, and Shark claims up to 1.5x more coverage than its older ION. The bagless base holds up to 30 days of debris, half what the AI Ultra and the Navigator RV2120AE bases are rated for, so you empty it more often. The self-cleaning brushroll includes an anti-hair wrap design, and the SharkClean app handles schedules and no-go zones, with Amazon Alexa and Google voice control. Next to the RV2120AE, its main edge is that the listing confirms app and voice control. Its main weakness is the smaller base. As with every Shark on this page, suction in Pa and runtime are not given, and only 1 side brush is included. It averages 4 out of 5 from 36,550 ratings, a count shared with the Matrix Plus AV2610WA.
Pros, cons and specs
Pros
- The bagless self-empty base holds up to 30 days of debris with no disposal bags to buy, according to the listing.
- SmartPath LiDAR cleans row by row, claimed at up to 1.5x more coverage than the Shark ION.
- Self-cleaning brushroll with anti-hair wrap for pet hair and long hair.
- Recharges and resumes, with schedules, no-go zones and voice control through the SharkClean app.
Cons
- Suction power in Pa and runtime are not given.
- The base holds only 30 days of debris, and just 1 side brush comes in the box.
- Vacuum only: no mopping.
Best for: Pet owners who want an affordable LiDAR vacuum with a bagless self-empty base.
Skip it if you want mopping or a base that holds more than 30 days of debris.
Other specs
- Anti-tangleSelf-cleaning brushroll with anti-hair wrap
- ConnectivitySharkClean app, Amazon Alexa, Google Voice
6 · Bigger base, no app
Shark Navigator RV2120AE
Robot vacuum4,2/5 from 5675 Amazon customer ratings (as of October 10, 2026)
The RV2120AE is the vacuum-only Navigator for people who care more about emptying the base less often than about app features. It self-empties after each run into a bagless base rated for up to 60 days, double the AV2110S, and SmartPath spot LiDAR cleans row by row with the same 1.5x coverage claim against the Shark ION. The listing adds object detection and avoidance and a self-cleaning brushroll built to resist hair wrap. Shark claims up to 50% more suction than a competing robot vacuum, but the competitor is not named and no Pa figure is given, so that claim is hard to use. The bigger gap is connectivity: the product page does not mention an app, Wi-Fi or voice assistants, so confirm that before buying if you want schedules from your phone. It does not mop, and runtime is not listed. It has the highest average on this page, 4.2 out of 5, across 5,675 ratings.
Pros, cons and specs
Pros
- Self-empties after each clean into a bagless base that holds up to 60 days of debris, according to the listing.
- Claims up to 50% more suction than a competitor robot vacuum, for carpets and hard floors.
- SmartPath spot LiDAR maps the home and cleans row by row, claimed at up to 1.5x more coverage than the Shark ION.
- Detects and avoids objects, and the self-cleaning brushroll is built to prevent hair wrap.
Cons
- Suction in Pa and runtime are not given; the suction claim is against an unnamed competitor.
- The listing does not mention app control, Wi-Fi or voice assistants.
- Vacuum only: no mopping.
Best for: Households with pets and mixed floors who want a bagless self-emptying vacuum with LiDAR navigation.
Skip it if you want mopping or need confirmed app and voice control.
Other specs
- Anti-tangleSelf-cleaning brushroll, anti-hair wrap
How to choose a Shark robot vacuum
Choose between vacuum-only and mopping
Decide first whether you need mopping, because it splits Shark's lineup in two. The AI Ultra AV2511AE and both Navigator models only vacuum. The Matrix Plus AV2610WA and UR2650WS add a sonic pad that scrubs 100x per minute, and the PowerDetect AV2800ZE adds a pad that extends at edges and is washed by the base. If your floors are mostly carpet, a vacuum-only Shark avoids the pad-handling and the risk of a wet pad crossing a rug.
Compare base capacity in days
A base rated for more days means fewer trips to the trash can. Shark rates the AI Ultra, AV2610WA, RV2120AE and PowerDetect bases for up to 60 days, and the AV2110S and UR2650WS bases for up to 30 days. All of them are bagless, so there are no bags to buy, but you empty the bin by hand. Those ratings are manufacturer estimates; a home with shedding pets or a lot of tracked-in dirt will fill a base sooner.
Check who washes the mop pad
Only the PowerDetect AV2800ZE base washes and dries the pad and refills water, so it is the only Shark here that handles mopping hands-free. With the Matrix Plus models, the base empties dust only and you remove, wash and refit the pads yourself. That matters if you plan to mop daily. Also note what the listings say about carpets: the PowerDetect keeps its pad above carpet, while the Matrix Plus listings do not mention lifting at all.
Expect few published figures
Shark listings give almost no hard numbers, so compare features instead of specs. None of the six models states suction in Pa, and only the AI Ultra gives a runtime, up to 90 minutes. Many claims are relative: 1.5x more coverage than the Shark ION, 30% better carpet cleaning than the RV2610WD, or 50% more suction than an unnamed competitor. Treat those as the manufacturer's comparisons. If runtime matters for a large home, ask in the product page's questions section.
Confirm app and voice control
Confirm app support before you buy, because one listing here does not mention it. The AI Ultra, Matrix Plus UR2650WS and Navigator AV2110S list the SharkClean app with Alexa and Google voice control, and the PowerDetect and AV2610WA list the SharkClean app. The Navigator RV2120AE page mentions no app, Wi-Fi or voice assistant at all. Without an app you lose schedules and no-go zones, which matter most when a robot runs while you are out.
Count the extras you will rebuy
Bagless bases save money on bags, but some Shark models have other consumables. The PowerDetect uses odor neutralizer cartridges and cleaning solution, and the Matrix Plus AV2610WA ships with a 12oz. starter bottle of solution and 2 reusable pads that will eventually need replacing. The AI Ultra and AV2110S each come with only 1 side brush, so a spare set is worth adding. Factor these into the long-term cost alongside the purchase price.
Skip it if…
- you need a published suction figure in Pa, which none of these six Shark listings provide.
- you want mopping, since the AI Ultra and both Navigator models only vacuum.
- you want the pad washed for you but are looking at the Matrix Plus models, whose bases only empty dust.
- you rely on app schedules and are considering the RV2120AE, whose listing mentions no app.
- you would rather not keep buying odor cartridges and cleaning solution, which the PowerDetect uses.
FAQ
What is the best Shark robot vacuum?
The AI Ultra AV2511AE is the best Shark robot vacuum for most homes that do not need mopping. It has 360° LiDAR, a bagless base rated for up to 60 days and the only stated runtime among these six models, up to 90 minutes. If you want mopping handled by the base, the PowerDetect AV2800ZE is the Shark to choose instead.
Do Shark robot vacuums need bags?
No, every Shark robot vacuum on this page uses a bagless self-empty base. The AI Ultra, AV2610WA, RV2120AE and PowerDetect bases are rated for up to 60 days of debris, while the AV2110S and UR2650WS are rated for up to 30 days. You empty the bin into the trash yourself, which avoids buying bags but means handling the debris.
Which Shark robovac mops and vacuums?
Three Shark robovacs here both mop and vacuum: the Matrix Plus AV2610WA, the Matrix Plus UR2650WS and the PowerDetect AV2800ZE. The two Matrix Plus models scrub with a sonic pad at 100x per minute, but you wash the pads by hand. The PowerDetect base washes and dries its pad, refills water for up to 30 days and keeps the pad above carpets.
How long does a Shark robot vacuum run on a charge?
Only one Shark listing here gives a figure: the AI Ultra AV2511AE runs up to 90 minutes, then recharges and resumes where it left off. The other five listings do not state runtime or battery capacity, though the AV2110S and UR2650WS also mention recharge and resume. For a large home, ask in the questions section of the product page before buying.
Is a Shark robot vacuum good for pet hair?
Shark designs its robot vacuums with pet hair in mind, according to the listings. Every model here uses a self-cleaning brushroll meant to prevent hair wrap, and the Navigator models add an anti-hair wrap design. For homes with heavy shedding, a base rated for 60 days, such as the AI Ultra or RV2120AE, means fewer trips to empty it.
Ilias, Robocompas
Models are picked from the product listings on Amazon.com, recorded and dated. Missing data is flagged instead of guessed, and no hands-on test is described unless it actually happened.
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