# Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) review

Vacuum only LiDAR Shark with a 45 day bagless base

- Our score: not scored yet
- Price: $500 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Status: on sale
- Best for: vacuum only cleaning with no bags
- Skip if: you want mopping or a newer model
- HTML version: https://robotsforthat.com/robot/shark-matrix-self-empty-rv2310ae/

## Verdict

A plain, vacuum only Shark with LiDAR and a bagless base that Vacuum Wars called Shark's best performing robot when it tested it. It is an older 2023 model with a short 90 minute runtime, and the $499.99 store price is high when the Matrix Plus 2 in 1 sells for less. Most buyers should pick the Matrix Plus instead unless this one is discounted.

## Pros

- Bagless self empty base
- Fast, efficient LiDAR mapping
- Strong hard floor and carpet pickup in Vacuum Wars tests
- Good crevice cleaning

## Cons

- No mop
- 90 minute runtime
- Older 2023 design
- Costs more than the Matrix Plus 2 in 1 on Shark's store
- Obstacle avoidance not independently tested

## Specs

- suction: No Pa rating from Shark; Vacuum Wars rated bench suction well above average but published no kPa figure
- navigation: 360 degree LiDAR with Matrix Clean grid passes (Shark); Vacuum Wars mapped about 350 sq ft in just over 5 min and found it about 28% faster than a Roomba i3+ EVO
- obstacle avoidance: Shark says it detects and avoids objects day or night; Vacuum Wars did not test it
- mopping: No
- self empty: Yes, bagless base that holds up to 45 days of debris (Shark)
- dock features: Auto empty and charging only (Shark)
- runtime: 90 min, 6 hour charge (Shark); Vacuum Wars estimated about 1,000 sq ft per charge
- dustbin: 0.2 qt robot cup (Shark)
- height: 4.2 in (Vacuum Wars spec table)
- pet hair: Self cleaning anti hair wrap brushroll (Shark); Vacuum Wars said it did not notice a big difference from anti wrap rolls on robots
- app: SharkClean app with map editing, zones and schedules; works with Alexa and Google Assistant (Vacuum Wars)

## Safety

- recalls: Not checked (no CPSC or saferproducts.gov search was run for this record)
- fcc: Not checked
- company status: Active
- warranty: 1 year limited, 2 years on parts (SharkNinja US store)

## Questions buyers ask

### Does it mop?

No. It is vacuum only. The Matrix Plus 2 in 1 adds a mop pad.

### How long does the base hold dirt?

Shark says up to 45 days.

### How long does it run?

Shark lists 90 minutes and a 6 hour charge.

## Sources

1. [SharkNinja US store: Matrix Self Empty RV2310AE](https://www.sharkninja.com/shark-matrix-self-empty-robot-vacuum/RV2310AE.html)
2. [Vacuum Wars: Shark Matrix review](https://www.vacuumwars.com/shark-matrix-review)
3. [SharkNinja US store: Matrix Plus 2 in 1 RV2610WA](https://www.sharkninja.com/shark-matrix-plus-2-in-1-self-empty-robot-vacuum-and-mop/RV2610WA.html)
4. [SharkNinja US store: robot vacuums category](https://www.sharkninja.com/home-cleaning/vacuum-cleaners/robot-vacuums)
5. [9to5Toys: Shark Matrix robot vacuum review](https://9to5toys.com/2023/04/20/shark-matrix-robot-vacuum-review/)