Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal 2-in-1 Vac & Mop Robot Vacuum – White

Yes, this model operates as a true 2-in-1 vacuum and mop, handling both hard floors and low-to-medium pile carpets, with the mop pad automatically lifting when carpet is detected. The UV Reveal feature projects ultraviolet light ahead of the robot to illuminate dust, debris, and pet dander that would otherwise be invisible to the naked eye, helping you verify cleaning coverage. The PowerDetect technology also uses sensors to identify particularly dirty areas and increase suction automatically.

This robot is best suited to households with a mix of hard flooring and low-pile carpets, particularly pet owners who will benefit from the UV debris detection and the stronger-than-average suction the PowerDetect system provides. It performs well in open-plan spaces with minimal furniture clutter, as the navigation can struggle with very tight spaces or rooms with lots of chair and table legs. One honest limitation is the mop function — like most robot mop hybrids, it handles light surface marks rather than replacing a proper wet mop for ingrained stains.

This product has only just been tracked by our system, so there is no historical pricing data available to confirm whether £579.99 represents a genuine low or sits near its typical street price. What we can say is that the original RRP of £1,099.99 is Shark's launch price, and robot vacuums at this specification tier from competing brands generally retail between £550–£750 when on promotion. On that basis, the current price appears competitive, but we'd recommend checking back in a few weeks once we have more data to confirm whether this price holds or dips further.

The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra is the closest like-for-like rival, offering a self-emptying and self-washing dock station that the Shark does not include at this price — a meaningful advantage for truly hands-off cleaning. However, the Shark's UV Reveal illumination is a genuinely unique feature for visually confirming clean coverage, which the Roborock lacks, and Shark's UK customer support and warranty experience is generally considered more straightforward than Roborock's. If auto-dock maintenance is your priority, the Roborock edges ahead; if you want that visible debris detection and a more supported UK aftersales experience, the Shark is the stronger choice.