Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop Review (2024)

With its latest vacuum (most recently presented at IFA), Shark attempts to solve two major problems. The first is that in many cases, simply lifting the mop pads over the floor often isn't enough to keep the yucky wet mop pad from dragging on your nice clean carpet. That's why the newest Shark robot vacuum has a mop plate that automatically detaches when you're vacuuming. The second, and more interesting problem, is that robot vacuums tend to get stuck on little ledges or rugs in your house. That's why the Shark now has what I have been referring to as a "booty hitch," to hump itself over obstacles in its path.