There may be minor differences between different countries' models.
Expect the best clean when the vacuum and mop work together.
The mopping is effective, but left my wood floors wetter than I would have liked.
The NeverTouch Pro base houses water tanks and a larger dust cup
On the plus side, the companion app is easy to use and very accurate.
Shark launched its PowerDetect robot vacuum in summer/fall 2024.
Read on for my full Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum and Mop review.
It’s available to buy direct from Shark, as well as via third party retailers likeAmazon.
This has a list price of $999.99 / 799.
This one doesn’t self-clean its mop pads, and there’s no anti-odor puck.
This is currently available in the US for $899.99 and the UK for 699.
There’s also a basic version, which still self-empties but doesn’t mop.
In the US this costs $599.99 (product codeRV2820AE).
It’s also available in the UK for 499.99 (RV2820VEUK).
Further replacements are available direct from Shark.
Do I think the model I tested is worth $999?
Even though it’s very new, you might still be able to snag a discount.
At 2.7 inches tall, it can fit under most cabinets.
It stands 17.5 inches tall, 18.8 inches wide, and 14.33 inches deep.
It also has an anti-odor puck to prevent bad smells building up.
When mopping, the robot also lifts the pad when moving over rugs.
It can also extend the mopping pad up to an inch out from its sides for better edge mopping.
The NeverTouch Pro base houses water tanks and a larger dust cup
Setting up the robot was fairly easy.
I downloaded the app and connected the robot vacuum to my Wi-Fi.
It took a few tries but not so many that I was concerned or frustrated.
The robovac didn’t get quite as close to the edges of rooms as I’d like
This is pretty typical for me during the testing of products with Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity.
I was very surprised by how quickly it mapped the house and how accurate the map was.
I noticed a few things during this process.
For one, the robot does a great job of object avoidance.
I never saw it hit a wall or any of my furniture.
I think the only drawback to this aspect is that it may impact the edge cleaning.
The Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum and Mop leaves a lot of water on the floor
However, it needs to get closer to an edge to even effectively use such technology.
EdgeDetect is just one of a range of detection capabilities offered by this robovac.
The base took more time than I expected to fill the robovac’s onboard water tanks.
The Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum and Mop about to clean up flour and coffee on a hard floor(Image credit: Future)
Since its a hands-free process, its not the biggest concern but something I wanted to note.
Its a half circle pad that sticks to the bottom with Velcro.
I prefer rotating circular pads as I think they clean better.
Results of the Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum and Mop cleaning a hard floor(Image credit: Future)
That said, I was pleasantly surprised with the Shark PowerDetect robovacs mopping abilities.
Thankfully, the robot lifted the mop pad significantly when it went over the rugs.
I was disappointed that I could not adjust the water level of this robot vacuum in the app.
The Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum and Mop cleaning up flour and coffee(Image credit: Future)
Cleaning tests
To accurately gauge the Shark’s cleaning prowess I ran some standardized tests.
On the laminate flooring, the robot had a sound rating of 69dB.
It picked up the coffee with ease.
The Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum and Mop about to clean flour and coffee on a rug(Image credit: Future)
When it came to the flour, it did a pretty good job, though it wasnt completely perfect.
When I sent the robot to the rug, the noise level increased to 70dB.
It actually did a better job of vacuuming the rug than I thought it would.
The Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum and Mop cleaning up flour and coffee(Image credit: Future)
With a sound rating of 69dB, the robot picked up the liquids easily.
The robot isnt able to clean my 1,600-square-foot home completely on a single charge.
I dont have to do anything but sit back and let it clean on its own time.
Results of the Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum and Mop cleaning a rug(Image credit: Future)
My favorite aspect of this Shark vacuum is the hands-free cleaning.
The NeverTouch Pro base lived up to its name.
The base can be cleaned with a wet rag and then dried with a cloth.
The robovac is shallow enough to be able to clean underneath furniture
The brushroll and side brush need to be cleared of hair, string, or debris.
The mop pad should be washed and/or replaced every three months.
The bases dustbin should be emptied once a month.
Youll also want to clean the water container with soap and water before refilling it.
The map that was created of my house is quite accurate.
Take note that its only 2D; there are no 3D mapping options.
I can also label my rooms and create no-go zones.
Unfortunately, you cant customize a no-go zone.
While this is impressive, it would be nice to have some more control in some situations.
Youll do very little maintenance and cleaning of this vacuum.
This Shark does a great job avoiding obstacles and preventing any mishaps as it cleans.
Don’t buy it if… Water flow and suction power cant be adjusted either.
My house is outfitted with laminate and historic wood flooring, and some large thick rugs.
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First reviewed September 2024
