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  3. Main Differences
  4. Design
    1. Build Quality
    2. User Maintenance
    3. Recurring Cost
    4. Dimensions
    5. Internal Dirt Compartment
    6. Station Maintenance Capabilities
    7. In The Box
    8. Battery
    9. Quality-Of-Life Features
    10. Brushroll And Tools
  5. Performance
    1. Hard Floor Pickup
    2. High-Pile Carpet Pickup
    3. Low-Pile Carpet Pickup
    4. Pet Hair Pickup
    5. Suction
    6. Airflow
    7. Noise
    8. Household Adaptability
    9. Obstacle Avoidance
    10. Height Clearance
    11. Threshold Clearance
    12. Air Quality
    13. Cracks
    14. Stains
    15. Water
  6. Automation
    1. Physical Automation
    2. Companion App Automation
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Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] vs Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE]

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE]
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE]

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Wet Compatible
No
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
Yes
Wet Compatible
No
Lowest Height Cleared
10.5 cm (4.1'')
Obstacle Avoidance Technology
Light-Based
Max Threshold Height
2.5 cm (1.0")
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
No
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Variants

  • AV2501S (Black)
  • AV2501AE (Black/Bronze)
  • AV2511AE (Black/Silver)
  • RV2502AE (Black/Silver)
  • RV2310AE (Black)
  • RV2300S (Black)
  • RV2320S (Black)
  • AV2310AE (Black/Brass)
  • RV2300 (Black/Grey)
  • RV2310 (Black/Silver)

Review

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Our Verdict

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE]

Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE]

The Shark Matrix Robot ultimately improves on the Shark AI Ultra Robot in a few key ways. The Matrix feels better built, takes considerably less time to recharge while offering similar battery life, and delivers better debris pickup on low-pile carpeting. Its integration with the SharkClean companion app is also noticeably smoother. That said, the AI Ultra could be a better option if you have pets, as it does a better job of dealing with hair and is more effective in sealing in fine particles.

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Main Differences for
Multi-Surface Household

Threshold 

0.10

Multi-Surface Household 

5.8
No major differences between these robot vacuums for multi-surface household. See full list of tests below.

Full Comparison

Design

Build Quality 
 

7.0
6.0

Build Quality Picture  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Build Quality Picture
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Build Quality Picture

Vacuum & Mop Combo 
 

No
No
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User Maintenance 
 

4.0
4.0

Maintenance Picture  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Maintenance Picture
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Maintenance Picture

Brushroll Cleaning Video  

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Recurring Cost 
 

4.0
5.5

Recurring Cost Picture  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Recurring Cost Picture
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Recurring Cost Picture

Bag Part Number  

No bag
No bag

Filter Part Number  

XPRFRV2500 + XBPFRV2500
Unidentified

HEPA Filter Part Number  

XPSFRV2500
No HEPA Filter
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Dimensions 
 

Robot Vacuum Dimensions  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Robot Vacuum Dimensions
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Robot Vacuum Dimensions

Robot Vacuum Height  

10.3 cm (4.1")
10.2 cm (4.0")

Robot Vacuum Width  

34.0 cm (13.4")
33.9 cm (13.3")

Robot Vacuum Depth  

34.2 cm (13.5")
33.9 cm (13.3")

Docking Station Dimensions  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Docking Station Dimensions
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Docking Station Dimensions

Docking Station Height  

30.0 cm (11.8")
30.0 cm (11.8")

Docking Station Width  

33.9 cm (13.3")
33.4 cm (13.1")

Docking Station Depth  

21.5 cm (8.5")
21.5 cm (8.5")
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Internal Dirt Compartment 
 

3.2
3.2

Dirt Compartment Photo  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Dirt Compartment Photo
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Dirt Compartment Photo

Dirt Compartment Capacity 
 

0.16 L
0.16 L

Full Indicator 
 

No
No
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Station Maintenance Capabilities 
 

4.7
5.7

Station Photo  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Station Photo
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Station Photo

Auto Empty 
 

Yes
Yes

Bagless Station 
 

Yes
Yes

Dirt Compartment Capacity 
 

0.60 L
1.05 L

Automatic Tank Refill 
 

No
No

Mop Washing 
 

No
No

Mop Drying 
 

No
No
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In The Box 
 

In The Box Picture  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] In The Box Picture
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] In The Box Picture
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Battery 
 

9.3
9.5

Minimum Battery Life 
 

92 min
84 min

Maximum Battery Life 
 

172 min
184 min

Recharge Time 
 

280 min
178 min

Removable Batteries 
 

Yes
Yes
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Quality-Of-Life Features 
 

Picture Of Controls  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Picture Of Controls
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Picture Of Controls

Power Adjustment 
 

Yes
Yes

Easy On/Off 
 

Yes
Yes

Surface Type Adjustment 
 

None
None
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Brushroll And Tools 
 

Brushroll And Tools Photo  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Brushroll And Tools Photo
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Brushroll And Tools Photo

Brushroll Setup 
 

Single
Single

Brushroll Type 
 

Rubber And Bristles
Rubber And Bristles

Side Brush Setup 
 

Dual
Single

Side Brush Type 
 

Fixed
Fixed
Performance

Hard Floor Pickup 
 

7.0
7.5

Hard Floor Pickup Video  

Hard Floor Pickup Post Test  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Hard Floor Pickup Post Test
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Hard Floor Pickup Post Test
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High-Pile Carpet Pickup 
 

7.0
7.0

High-Pile Carpet Pickup Video  

High-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] High-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] High-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test
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Low-Pile Carpet Pickup 
 

6.5
5.0

Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Video  

Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test
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Pet Hair Pickup 
 

5.0
5.0

Pet Hair Pickup Video  

Pet Hair Pickup Post Test  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Pet Hair Pickup Post Test
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Pet Hair Pickup Post Test
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Suction 
 

2.0

Suction Video  

Maximum Head Suction 
 

0.0 inH₂O (0.01 kPa)

Normal Head Suction 
 

0.0 inH₂O (0.00 kPa)

Setting Used For Normal  

"Normal" (App)
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Airflow 
 

8.7
8.5

Maximum Airflow Video  

Maximum Head Airflow 
 

17.7 CFM (0.5 m³/min)
17.1 CFM (0.5 m³/min)
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Noise 
 

8.0
7.6

Noise Video 
 

Bare Floor 
 

59.8 dBA
62.8 dBA

Low-Pile Carpet 
 

59.0 dBA
61.8 dBA
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Household Adaptability 
 

7.0
6.0

Household Adaptability  

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Obstacle Avoidance 
 

2.6

Obstacle Avoidance Technology 
 

Light-Based

Object Recognition 
 

No

Obstacle Video  

Bare Floor: Avoidance Rate 
 

13%

Bare Floor: Intervention Rate 
 

33%

Carpet: Avoidance Rate 
 

0%

Carpet: Intervention Rate 
 

50%

Always Avoided Pet Waste 
 

No

Height Clearance 
 

5.0

Height Clearance Video  

Lowest Height Cleared 
 

10.5 cm (4.1'')

Threshold Clearance 
 

8.0

Low Threshold Video  

High Threshold Video  

Max Threshold Height 
 

2.5 cm (1.0")

Air Quality 
 

Sealing Quality Video  

Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA) 
 

Yes
No
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Cracks 
 

5.0
5.0

Cracks Video  

Wood Cracks Post Test  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Wood Cracks Post Test
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Wood Cracks Post Test
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Stains 
 

1.0
1.0

Stain Video  

Stain Pickup Post Test  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Stain Pickup Post Test
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Stain Pickup Post Test
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Water 
 

0.0
0.0

Wet Compatible 
 

No
No

Water Video  

Water Pickup Post Test  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Water Pickup Post Test
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Water Pickup Post Test
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Automation

Physical Automation 
 

8.9
8.9

Recharge And Resume 
 

Yes
Yes

Pathing Algorithm 
 

Smart
Smart

Physical Boundary Markers 
 

No
No

Scheduled Start Buttons 
 

No
No

Cycle Control Buttons 
 

On-Board Only
On-Board Only

Navigation Control Buttons 
 

Return To Base Only
Return To Base Only
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Companion App Automation 
 

6.0
7.0

Companion App Screen Grabs  

Shark AI Ultra Robot [AV2501AE, AV2501S, AV2511AE, RV2502AE] Companion App Screen Grabs
Shark Matrix Robot [RV2300S, RV2310AE] Companion App Screen Grabs

App Name 
 

SharkClean
SharkClean

Software Boundary Markers (No-Go Zones) 
 

Yes
Yes

App Scheduled Start 
 

Yes
Yes

App Cycle Control 
 

Yes
Yes

Navigation Control Within App 
 

No
No
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