# Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) vs Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1

As of Oct 31, 2026, the Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) costs $300 and the Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1 costs $600, so the Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) is $300 cheaper. The Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1 has a published review score and ranks #26 in our robot vacuums ranking; the Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) is not scored yet. Pick the Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) for pet hair on a budget with a bagless dock. Pick the Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1 for busy homes that want no bags to buy.

Prices checked Oct 31, 2026. HTML version: https://robotsforthat.com/vs/shark-matrix-plus-2-in-1-rv2610wa-vs-shark-powerdetect-nevertouch-pro/

## Side by side

| | Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) | Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $300 | $600 |
| 3 year cost | $300 | $600 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | 6.6/10 |
| Rank in Floors | #45 | #26 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 1 year limited, 2 years on parts (SharkNinja US store) | Limited warranty; Shark US listing states 3 years (2 years on parts) |
| Suction | Shark gives no Pa rating, only "ultra powerful" suction; TechRadar lists 35 W and found it handled dust and pet hair well | Not published by Shark; Vacuum Wars measured 17 CFM airflow at max power; Floor Detect and Dirt Detect adjust power automatically |
| 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 3D sensor mapping |
| Obstacle avoidance | Shark says it detects and avoids objects day or night; TechRadar saw it avoid obstacles reliably and never get stuck | Front 3D structured light sensor with NeverStuck threshold climbing; Vacuum Wars scored 14 of 22 points, about average |
| 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 | Yes, sonic mopping pad that extends up to 1 in toward edges and lifts on carpet; water level cannot be set in the app |
| 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 holds up to 60 days of debris |
| Dock features | Auto empty and charging only, with True HEPA filtration (Shark); no mop washing or water refill | Empties the bin, refills the robot from a tank that lasts up to 30 days, washes and dries the mop pad, anti odor puck; no heated wash water (Vacuum Wars) |
| Runtime | Up to 110 min (Shark); TechRadar measured about 85 to 110 min depending on power mode | Up to 2 hr dry mode on hard floors (Shark); TechRadar measured about 2 hr 20 min |
| Dustbin | 0.2 qt robot cup (Shark); TechRadar lists 0.24 qt onboard and 1.9 qt in the base | 0.3 qt onboard; 60 day bagless base |
| Height | Not confirmed. TechRadar lists 5.69 in and T3 lists 14.5 cm; Shark's page gives only robot plus base dimensions | 2.7 in robot per TechRadar; Shark's listing gives only a 21.38 in overall height |
| Pet hair | Self cleaning brushroll (Shark); TechRadar found only a few hairs wrapped after a month with two dogs | Self cleaning brushroll; Vacuum Wars measured 86% flattened pet hair pickup on carpet |
| 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 scheduling, no go zones and room division; Shark lists Alexa and Google Assistant support |
| Noise | Shark rates 69.4 dB (per TechRadar); TechRadar measured 46 dB in low power, and emptying is much louder | n/a |
| Threshold | n/a | Up to 38 mm claimed (Vacuum Wars) |
| Best for | pet hair on a budget with a bagless dock | busy homes that want no bags to buy |
| Skip if | you need multi floor maps or strong mopping | you have delicate wood floors |

## 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](https://www.techradar.com/home/robot-vacuums/shark-matrix-plus-2-in-1-robot-vacuum-review)
- 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](https://t3.com/home-living/vacuum-cleaners/shark-matrix-plus-robot-vacuum-and-mop-review)

### Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1

- Vacuum Wars (3.36/5): Above average on carpet pet hair (86%) and dried stains, average on deep carpet cleaning (76%) and obstacles, below average on battery and navigation. Ranked #20 on its Top 20 list. [Source](https://vacuumwars.com/shark-powerdetect-nevertouch-pro-review)
- TechRadar: Tested the US RV2820ZE. Strong obstacle avoidance and threshold climbing and an easy app, but too much water left on wood floors, weak on fine powder in thick rugs and limited edge cleaning. No overall score published; sub scores were performance 4/5, design 4/5, app 4/5 and value 3.5/5. TechRadar gave a Performance 4/5 subscore but no overall rating. [Source](https://www.techradar.com/home/robot-vacuums/shark-powerdetect-robot-vacuum-and-mop-review)
- Tech Advisor: Never got stuck and handled gravy, coffee and mud stains in Stain Mode, but the extending pad did not reach corners and spot cleaning was hard to place precisely. [Source](https://www.techadvisor.com/article/2560762/shark-powerdetect-nevertouch-pro-2-in-1-robot-vacuum-review.html)

## Questions buyers ask

### Which is better, the Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) or the Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1?

The Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1 has a published review score and ranks #26 in our robot vacuums ranking; the Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) is not scored yet. Pick the Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) for pet hair on a budget with a bagless dock. Pick the Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1 for busy homes that want no bags to buy.

### Which is cheaper?

The Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) at $300, versus $600 for the Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1, checked Oct 31, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $300 vs $600.

### What is the difference between the Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA) and the PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1?

Suction: Shark gives no Pa rating, only "ultra powerful" suction; TechRadar lists 35 W and found… on the Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA), Not published by Shark; Vacuum Wars measured 17 CFM airflow at max power; Floor Detect… on the PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1. 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 3D sensor mapping on the PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1. 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), Front 3D structured light sensor with NeverStuck threshold climbing; Vacuum Wars scored… on the PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1.

Full reviews: [Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 (RV2610WA)](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/shark-matrix-plus-2-in-1-rv2610wa/index.md), [Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/shark-powerdetect-nevertouch-pro/index.md)