Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) vs Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE)
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Oct 31, 2026
As of Oct 31, 2026, the Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) costs $300 and the Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) costs $500, so the Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) is $200 cheaper. Pick the Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) for pet hair on a budget with a bagless dock. Pick the Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) for vacuum only cleaning with no bags.
- Suction
- Shark gives no Pa rating
- Navigation
- 360 degree LiDAR
- Mopping
- Yes
- Runtime
- Up to 110 min
A sensible pick if you want LiDAR mapping, a bagless self empty base and light mopping for about $300. TechRadar found it handles pet hair and edges well, but the mop is only a damp pad and the base filled in two weeks, not 60 days. Skip it if you need multi floor maps or real scrubbing.
Full Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) review →- Suction
- No Pa rating from Shark
- Navigation
- 360 degree LiDAR
- Mopping
- No
- Runtime
- 90 min
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.
Full Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) review →Side by side
| Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) | Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $300 | $500 |
| 3 year cost | $300 | $500 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Floors | #45 | #56 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 1 year limited, 2 years on parts (SharkNinja US store) | 1 year limited, 2 years on parts (SharkNinja US store) |
| Suction | Shark gives no Pa rating, only "ultra powerful" suction; TechRadar lists 35 W and found it handled dust and pet hair well | 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); TechRadar's first map was accurate and took under 10 min, but only one floor can be mapped | 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; TechRadar saw it avoid obstacles reliably and never get stuck | Shark says it detects and avoids objects day or night; Vacuum Wars did not test it |
| Mopping | Yes, Sonic Mopping pad that Shark says scrubs 100 times per minute; no water reservoir per TechRadar, which rated mopping average and best for light cleaning | No |
| Self empty | Yes, bagless XL HEPA base that Shark rates for up to 60 days; TechRadar found it lasted about two weeks | Yes, bagless base that holds up to 45 days of debris (Shark) |
| Dock features | Auto empty and charging only, with True HEPA filtration (Shark); no mop washing or water refill | Auto empty and charging only (Shark) |
| Runtime | Up to 110 min (Shark); TechRadar measured about 85 to 110 min depending on power mode | 90 min, 6 hour charge (Shark); Vacuum Wars estimated about 1,000 sq ft per charge |
| Dustbin | 0.2 qt robot cup (Shark); TechRadar lists 0.24 qt onboard and 1.9 qt in the base | 0.2 qt robot cup (Shark) |
| Height | Not confirmed. TechRadar lists 5.69 in and T3 lists 14.5 cm; Shark's page gives only robot plus base dimensions | 4.2 in (Vacuum Wars spec table) |
| Pet hair | Self cleaning brushroll (Shark); TechRadar found only a few hairs wrapped after a month with two dogs | 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 mapping, schedules, carpet and no go zones; TechRadar rated it 3/5, found it glitchy and says it needs 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi | SharkClean app with map editing, zones and schedules; works with Alexa and Google Assistant (Vacuum Wars) |
| Noise | Shark rates 69.4 dB (per TechRadar); TechRadar measured 46 dB in low power, and emptying is much louder | n/a |
| Best for | pet hair on a budget with a bagless dock | vacuum only cleaning with no bags |
| Skip if | you need multi floor maps or strong mopping | you want mopping or a newer model |
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What reviewers found
Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA)
- TechRadar: Measured 85 to 110 min runtime and 46 dB in low mode. First LiDAR map was accurate in under 10 min and it never got stuck, but mopping was only average and the base lasted about two weeks, not 60 days. Subscores: Value 4/5, Design 4/5, Performance 4/5, App 3/5, Battery 5/5. Source
- T3: Tested the UK RV2620WAUK, which T3 says looks virtually the same as the US model. First run finished without snags, normal vacuuming was quiet with a loud burst when emptying, and mopping used a modest amount of water. Praised the app; noted a short power cable and imprecise docking. Source
Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE)
- Vacuum Wars: Called it Shark's best performing robot vacuum at the time. Covered about 1,000 sq ft per charge versus about 820 for a Roomba i3+ EVO, mapped about 350 sq ft in just over 5 min, and beat the Roomba on crevice pickup and carpet deep cleaning. Battery efficiency 1.29 min per 1%. Source
- 9to5Toys: Tested the Shark Matrix with the bagless 45 day self empty base at a $499.99 MSRP (the review does not print a model number). LiDAR avoided objects taller than a few inches, stopping about an inch away, but did not detect cords. It was barely audible on normal mode and Matrix mode added about 5 min in the largest room. The app does not show live robot position. Source
Pros and cons
Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA)
Pros
- Bagless base, no bags to buy
- Accurate LiDAR map in under 10 minutes
- Little hair wrap in TechRadar's month of testing
- Good edge cleaning
- Long battery life
Cons
- Mop is a light damp pad with no tank
- Only one floor map
- Base fills far sooner than 60 days
- App can be glitchy
- 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only
Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE)
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
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) or the Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE)?
Pick the Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) for pet hair on a budget with a bagless dock. Pick the Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) for vacuum only cleaning with no bags.
Which is cheaper?
The Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) at $300, versus $500 for the Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE), checked Oct 31, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $300 vs $500.
What is the difference between the Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) and the Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE)?
Suction: Shark gives no Pa rating, only "ultra powerful" suction; TechRadar lists 35 W and found… on the Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA), No Pa rating from Shark; Vacuum Wars rated bench suction well above average but… on the Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE). Navigation: 360 degree LiDAR with Matrix Clean grid passes (Shark); TechRadar's first map was… on the Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA), 360 degree LiDAR with Matrix Clean grid passes (Shark); Vacuum Wars mapped about 350 sq… on the Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE). Obstacle avoidance: Shark says it detects and avoids objects day or night; TechRadar saw it avoid obstacles… on the Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA), Shark says it detects and avoids objects day or night; Vacuum Wars did not test it on the Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE).
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