# Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) vs Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1

As of Oct 31, 2026, the Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) costs $500 and the Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1 costs $600, so the Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) is $100 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 Self Empty (RV2310AE) is not scored yet. Pick the Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) for vacuum only cleaning with no bags. 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-self-empty-rv2310ae-vs-shark-powerdetect-nevertouch-pro/

## Side by side

| | Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) | Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $500 | $600 |
| 3 year cost | $500 | $600 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | 6.6/10 |
| Rank in Floors | #56 | #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 | No Pa rating from Shark; Vacuum Wars rated bench suction well above average but published no kPa figure | 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); Vacuum Wars mapped about 350 sq ft in just over 5 min and found it about 28% faster than a Roomba i3+ EVO | 360 degree LiDAR with 3D sensor mapping |
| Obstacle avoidance | Shark says it detects and avoids objects day or night; Vacuum Wars did not test it | Front 3D structured light sensor with NeverStuck threshold climbing; Vacuum Wars scored 14 of 22 points, about average |
| Mopping | No | 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 base that holds up to 45 days of debris (Shark) | Yes, bagless base holds up to 60 days of debris |
| Dock features | Auto empty and charging only (Shark) | 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 | 90 min, 6 hour charge (Shark); Vacuum Wars estimated about 1,000 sq ft per charge | Up to 2 hr dry mode on hard floors (Shark); TechRadar measured about 2 hr 20 min |
| Dustbin | 0.2 qt robot cup (Shark) | 0.3 qt onboard; 60 day bagless base |
| Height | 4.2 in (Vacuum Wars spec table) | 2.7 in robot per TechRadar; Shark's listing gives only a 21.38 in overall height |
| 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 | Self cleaning brushroll; Vacuum Wars measured 86% flattened pet hair pickup on carpet |
| App | SharkClean app with map editing, zones and schedules; works with Alexa and Google Assistant (Vacuum Wars) | SharkClean app with scheduling, no go zones and room division; Shark lists Alexa and Google Assistant support |
| Threshold | n/a | Up to 38 mm claimed (Vacuum Wars) |
| Best for | vacuum only cleaning with no bags | busy homes that want no bags to buy |
| Skip if | you want mopping or a newer model | you have delicate wood floors |

## What reviewers found

### 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](https://www.vacuumwars.com/shark-matrix-review)
- 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](https://9to5toys.com/2023/04/20/shark-matrix-robot-vacuum-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 Self Empty (RV2310AE) 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 Self Empty (RV2310AE) is not scored yet. Pick the Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) for vacuum only cleaning with no bags. Pick the Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1 for busy homes that want no bags to buy.

### Which is cheaper?

The Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) at $500, versus $600 for the Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1, checked Oct 31, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $500 vs $600.

### What is the difference between the Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE) and the PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1?

Suction: No Pa rating from Shark; Vacuum Wars rated bench suction well above average but… on the Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE), 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); Vacuum Wars mapped about 350 sq… on the Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE), 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; Vacuum Wars did not test it on the Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE), Front 3D structured light sensor with NeverStuck threshold climbing; Vacuum Wars scored… on the PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1.

Full reviews: [Shark Matrix Self Empty (RV2310AE)](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/shark-matrix-self-empty-rv2310ae/index.md), [Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro 2 in 1](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/shark-powerdetect-nevertouch-pro/index.md)