Released in 2024, this was Shark's first foray into the robot vacuum market, and we weren’t disappointed when we put it to the test in our floor cleaning room.
Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum Cleaner
Pros
- Useful app where it saves mapped layouts, and you can add no-go zones and label rooms
- Generally reliable cleaning across the board
Cons
- Brushes struggled to capture all dust from tight corners
- Battery drains quickly on maximum power (but it will recharge mid-clean automatically)
Features at a Glance
| Cleaning modes | Vacuum and mop |
|---|---|
| Mapping technology | Yes |
| Charging time | Self-charges |
| Running time | Up to 110 minutes |
| Canister capacity | Up to 60 days of dust and debris |
| Variable power | Yes |
Score: 84/100
This two-in-one Shark put in a stand-out performance in our testing, cleaning an entire room and picking up almost all the mess our testers laid down in less than 15 minutes.
It performed brilliantly when tackling crumbs and was good on pet hair, but struggled to collect all the dust laid, sweeping some specks out of its path. Given that robot vacuums are best at keeping on top of mess rather than deep cleans, we don't see this as a big issue though. Plus, its mopping was excellent.
It's easy to use, doing much of the heavy lifting itself; it maps your home and stores its route in the clear, companion app. It also recharges itself, detects and avoids stairs and self-empties. Some dirt lingered in the canister but if the occasional empty is all the work required of us, we won't complain!
Megan is the Good Housekeeping Institute’s senior homes and lifestyle writer. She loves diving into the latest product releases to find the very best buys on the market and has written hundreds of product reviews on everything from the best vacuum cleaners and coffee machines to the best ice cream makers and robot window cleaners.
When she’s not writing about the newest gadgets and gizmos for your home and garden, you’ll find her running every distance from 5km to 100km or relaxing at home with her cat – there really is no in between.
Megan has an MA in Magazine Journalism and has previously written for Stylist, Glamour, Women's Health, TimeOut, SquareMeal, and YOU magazine. You can find Megan on Instagram @meganlouisegeall.
