Shark
Shark AI Ultra AV2511AE
Editor’s Score
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Full Spec Sheet
| Performance | |
| Suction Power | — |
|---|---|
| Runtime | 90 min |
| Charge Time | — |
| Navigation | |
| Navigation Type | LiDAR |
| Obstacle Avoidance | |
| Multi-Floor Mapping | — |
| Maintenance & Docking | |
| Self-Empty Base | |
| Self-Empty Capacity | 60 days |
| Dustbin Capacity | — |
| Mopping | |
| Mopping | |
| Mop Type | — |
| Water Tank | — |
| Connectivity & Warranty | |
| App Control | |
| Voice Assistant | |
| Warranty | — |
Other details
| Weight | 15.25 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 8.43 x 13.08 x 13.9 in |
| Runtime | Up to 90 min per charge, then auto-recharge & resume |
| Brushroll | Self-cleaning, anti-hair-wrap |
Review
The Shark AI Ultra uses 360° LiDAR mapping (Shark's "Matrix Clean" grid pattern) to cover a home methodically, running multiple passes over messes instead of bouncing around randomly. Its self-cleaning brushroll is built specifically to stop long hair and pet fur from wrapping around the roller, one of the most common failure points on cheaper robots.
The standout feature is the 60-day bagless self-empty base — genuinely low-touch for two months of normal use — paired with a self-cleaning brushroll that keeps performance up between empties. It runs up to 90 minutes per charge, and when the battery runs low it docks, recharges, and resumes exactly where it left off. It connects over Wi-Fi and works with Alexa for voice control and scheduling through the SharkClean app.
It's vacuum-only — there's no mop, so pair it with a separate mop routine (or step up to a combo model) if you want wet cleaning on hard floors.
Pros
- 60-day bagless self-empty base — very low maintenance
- 360° LiDAR mapping runs Matrix Clean multi-pass coverage
- Self-cleaning brushroll handles pet hair well
- Currently 50% off list price ($299.99 vs $599)
Cons
- No mopping function
- Suction rating (Pa) not published by Shark
- Runtime tops out at ~90 min before it needs to recharge and resume
Ideal for: Pet owners who want low-maintenance daily vacuuming and don't need a mop.
What buyers say
At 4.0 stars across 23,649 ratings, buyers consistently highlight the self-empty base and easy setup, with long-term owners reporting it's still running strong after a year or more of daily use.
Based on 23,649 ratings on Amazon at time of writing.
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