Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged
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 $599.99$599.99
The Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged and the Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal are evenly matched, rated 4.2 and 4.1. The Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged leads on value and mopping. The Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal wins on navigation. The Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged costs $100 less ($599.99 vs $699.99).
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
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 ThermaCharged for value ($600 vs $700) and mopping (Vibrating pad, leaves its mop at the dock for carpet, extends to edges vs Vibrating pad, extends to edges).
- Choose the Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal for navigation (LiDAR + camera vs LiDAR + 3D light).
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 UV Reveal |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Cleaning 30% | 73 measured 89% of sand from carpet, 95% of pet hair, some hair tangled (0.4) | 72 measured 88% of sand from carpet, 91.5% of pet hair, some hair tangled (0.3) |
| Value 25% | 67 $600 | 58 $700 |
| Dock 20% | 100 Self-empties the bin, washes the mop, hot-water mop wash, hot-air mop drying | 100 Self-empties the bin, washes the mop, hot-water mop wash, hot-air mop drying |
| Navigation 15% | 85 LiDAR + 3D light | 100 LiDAR + camera |
| Mopping 10% | 62 Vibrating pad, leaves its mop at the dock for carpet, extends to edges | 46 Vibrating pad, 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). |
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). |
Specifications
| Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged | Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal | |
|---|---|---|
| Vacuum | ||
| Dustbin | 380 mL | 379 mL |
| Mopping | ||
| Mop | Vibrating pad, leaves its mop at the dock for carpet, extends to edges | Vibrating pad, 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 | Yes |
| Hot-air drying | Yes | Yes |
| Navigation & app | ||
| Navigation | LiDAR + 3D light | LiDAR + camera |
| Obstacle avoidance | 3D sensor with AI object detection | AI camera and 3D sensors; UV Stain Detect finds dried, invisible stains on hard floors |
| Climbs thresholds | 18 mm | - |
| Matter | No | No |
| Voice assistants | Alexa, Google Assistant | Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Build | ||
| Run time | Up to 3 h | Up to 3 h |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2025-10 | 2026-03 |