Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro vs Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged

The Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged is the better robot vacuum overall, rated 3.9 to 3.8. The Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro wins on value. The Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro costs $170.04 less ($919.91 vs $1,089.95).

Higher rated

Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged

#87 in Self-cleaning dock3.9Full review

A good fit for pet owners in smaller homes who want a heated mop wash and dry; its short measured range makes it a poor choice for big floor plans.

Amazon $1,089.95

$1,089.95

Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro

#91 in Self-cleaning dock3.8Full review

Fine for smaller homes with mostly hard floors and carpet that needs a deep clean, but the newer ThermaCharged adds heated washing and better pet hair pickup for less money at Shark.

Amazon $919.91

$919.91

Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Which should you buy?

Choose the Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro for value ($920 vs $1,090).

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every self-cleaning dock robot vacuum; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weight	Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged	Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro
Overall rating	3.9/5	3.8/5
Cleaning 30%	73 measured 89% of sand from carpet, 95% of pet hair, some hair tangled (0.4)	73 measured 90% of sand from carpet, 83.2% of pet hair, some hair tangled (0.3)
Value 25%	31 $1,090	41 $920
Dock 20%	100 Self-empties the bin, washes the mop, hot-water mop wash, hot-air mop drying	76 Self-empties the bin, washes the mop
Navigation 15%	85 LiDAR + 3D light	85 LiDAR + 3D light
Mopping 10%	62 Vibrating pad, leaves its mop at the dock for carpet, extends to edges	62 Vibrating pad, leaves its mop at the dock for carpet, extends to edges

Independent tests

Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged

Tested by	Carpet deep clean	Pet hair	Hair tangle (0 = none)	Area per charge	Conditions
Vacuum Wars	89%	95%	0.4	649 sq ft	Embedded sand in medium-pile carpet; flattened 2.5 in pet hair on carpet, two runs; 7 in hair tangle on hard floor (0 = none wrapped).