Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged
ThermaCharged is the Shark RightRobot would compare first when UV Reveal's extra stain-detection hardware is not worth the price premium. Independent hands-on testing supports strong vacuuming, effective mopping and a genuinely useful hot-wash/hot-dry dock, but the older platform can still have occasional navigation or docking frustrations.
The main things to know before buying are it lacks UV Reveal's stain-detection step and the newer model's improved obstacle-avoidance evidence and tom's Guide observed occasional navigation problems when the robot tried to find its dock.
Our take so far
Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged has useful exact-model information, but the fuller independent assessment is still being completed. Use the known features as a guide rather than a promise of class-leading performance.
Current US buying options
How this robot worksKey features for everyday cleaningShow details
Key features for everyday cleaning
Useful exact-model features already verified for this US version.
What you’re getting
- Vacuum + mop
- 60-day self-empty base
- Heated mop-pad wash + dry
- Self-refill base
- Dirt, stain, edge + floor detection
What looks good — and what to know
Reasons to consider it
- Useful exact-model features are listed below for comparison
Things to know
- It lacks UV Reveal's stain-detection step and the newer model's improved obstacle-avoidance evidence
- Tom's Guide observed occasional navigation problems when the robot tried to find its dock
- Its value depends heavily on current discounting because the original list price sits in flagship territory