Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal
For pet owners with large homes who want a hot-wash dock and long runs: it covered about 2,800 sq ft per charge and scored well on pet hair.
Amazon $699.99$699.99
The Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal is the better robot vacuum overall, rated 4.1 to 3.9. The Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal leads on navigation. The Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro wins on mopping. The Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal costs $70 less ($699.99 vs $769.99).
Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro
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 $769.99$769.99
Prices were last checked October 27, 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 UV Reveal for navigation (LiDAR + camera vs LiDAR + 3D light).
- Choose the Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro for mopping (Vibrating pad, leaves its mop at the dock for carpet, extends to edges vs Vibrating pad, extends to edges).
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 UV Reveal | Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Cleaning 30% | 72 measured 88% of sand from carpet, 91.5% of pet hair, some hair tangled (0.3) | 73 measured 90% of sand from carpet, 83.2% of pet hair, some hair tangled (0.3) |
| Value 25% | 58 $700 | 52 $770 |
| 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% | 100 LiDAR + camera | 85 LiDAR + 3D light |
| Mopping 10% | 46 Vibrating pad, extends to edges | 62 Vibrating pad, leaves its mop at the dock for carpet, extends to edges |
Independent tests
Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal
| Tested by | Carpet deep clean | Pet hair | Hair tangle (0 = none) | Area per charge | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacuum Wars | 88% | 91.5% | 0.3 | 2,803 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). |
Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro
| Tested by | Carpet deep clean | Pet hair | Hair tangle (0 = none) | Area per charge | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacuum Wars | 90% | 83.2% | 0.3 | 698 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). |
Specifications
| Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal | Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Vacuum | ||
| Dustbin | 379 mL | 284 mL |
| Mopping | ||
| Mop | Vibrating pad, extends to edges | Vibrating pad, leaves its mop at the dock for carpet, extends to edges |
| Leaves mop at dock | - | Yes |
| Extending mop | Yes | Yes |
| Dock | ||
| Dock | Washes mop + empties | Washes mop + empties |
| Self-empties | Yes | Yes |
| Washes mop | Yes | Yes |
| Hot-water wash | Yes | No |
| Hot-air drying | Yes | No |
| Navigation & app | ||
| Navigation | LiDAR + camera | LiDAR + 3D light |
| Obstacle avoidance | AI camera and 3D sensors; UV Stain Detect finds dried, invisible stains on hard floors | 3D sensor obstacle detection |
| Matter | No | No |
| Voice assistants | Alexa, Google Assistant | Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Build | ||
| Run time | Up to 3 h | Up to 2 h |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2026-03 | 2024-09 |