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Shark AI Ultra Robot AV2501S vs Roborock Q5+

Which Robot Vacuum Is Better?

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    Main Differences
    Design
      Build QualityUser MaintenanceRecurring CostDimensionsInternal Dirt CompartmentStation Maintenance CapabilitiesIn The BoxBatteryQuality-Of-Life FeaturesBrushroll And Tools
    Performance
      Hard Floor PickupHigh-Pile Carpet PickupLow-Pile Carpet PickupPet Hair PickupAirflowNoiseHousehold AdaptabilityObstacle AvoidanceHeight ClearanceThreshold ClearanceAir QualityCracksStainsWater
    Automation
      Physical AutomationCompanion App Automation
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Shark AI Ultra Robot AV2501S
Roborock Q5+

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

Track

Roborock Q5/Q5+ Picture

Track

Wet Compatible
No
Lowest Height Cleared
10.5 cm (4.1'')
Obstacle Avoidance Technology
Light-Based
Max Threshold Height
1.9 cm (0.7")
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
Yes
Wet Compatible
No
Lowest Height Cleared
10.0 cm (3.9'')
Obstacle Avoidance Technology
Light-Based
Max Threshold Height
1.9 cm (0.7")
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
No

Our Verdict

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

Roborock Q5/Q5+

The Roborock Q5+ is better than the Shark AI Ultra Robot AV2501S. The Roborock feels better built, is easier to maintain, and lasts even longer on a single charge. It can also be bundled with a self-emptying station that has a much greater overall debris capacity. The Roborock also does a better job maneuvering itself, has a vastly better companion app, and performs better on bare surfaces. Conversely, the Shark does a better job of sealing in allergens and makes less of a mess when clearing away debris in cracks and crevices.

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  • AV2501S (Black)
  • AV2501AE (Black/Bronze)
  • Q5+ (Black)
  • Q5 (Black)

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Design

Build Quality 
 

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N/A

Build Quality Picture  

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Vacuum & Mop Combo 
 

Locked
Locked

User Maintenance 
 

N/A
N/A

Maintenance Picture  

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Brushroll Cleaning Video  

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Recurring Cost 
 

N/A
N/A

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Bag Part Number  

Locked
Locked

Filter Part Number  

Locked
Locked

HEPA Filter Part Number  

Locked
Locked

Dimensions 
 

Robot Vacuum Dimensions  

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Robot Vacuum Height  

Lock cm (Lock")
Lock cm (Lock")

Robot Vacuum Width  

Lock cm (Lock")
Lock cm (Lock")

Robot Vacuum Depth  

Lock cm (Lock")
Lock cm (Lock")

Docking Station Dimensions  

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Docking Station Height  

Lock cm (Lock")
Lock cm (Lock")

Docking Station Width  

Lock cm (Lock")
Lock cm (Lock")

Docking Station Depth  

Lock cm (Lock")
Lock cm (Lock")

Internal Dirt Compartment 
 

N/A
N/A

Dirt Compartment Photo  

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Dirt Compartment Capacity 
 

Lock L
Lock L

Full Indicator 
 

Locked
Locked

Station Maintenance Capabilities 
 

N/A
N/A

Station Photo  

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Auto Empty 
 

Locked
Locked

Bagless Station 
 

Locked
Locked

Dirt Compartment Capacity 
 

Lock L
Lock L

Automatic Tank Refill 
 

Locked
Locked

Mop Washing 
 

Locked
Locked

Mop Drying 
 

Locked
Locked

In The Box 
 

In The Box Picture  

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Battery 
 

N/A
N/A

Minimum Battery Life 
 

Lock min
Lock min

Maximum Battery Life 
 

Lock min
Lock min

Recharge Time 
 

Lock min
Lock min

Removable Batteries 
 

Locked
Locked

Quality-Of-Life Features 
 

Picture Of Controls  

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Power Adjustment 
 

Locked
Locked

Easy On/Off 
 

Locked
Locked

Surface Type Adjustment 
 

Locked
Locked

Brushroll And Tools 
 

Brushroll And Tools Photo  

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Brushroll Setup 
 

Locked
Locked

Brushroll Type 
 

Locked
Locked

Side Brush Setup 
 

Locked
Locked

Side Brush Type 
 

Locked
Locked
Performance

Hard Floor Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

Hard Floor Pickup Video  

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Hard Floor Pickup Post Test  

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High-Pile Carpet Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

High-Pile Carpet Pickup Video  

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High-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test  

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Low-Pile Carpet Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Video  

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Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test  

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Pet Hair Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

Pet Hair Pickup Video  

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Pet Hair Pickup Post Test  

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Airflow 
 

N/A
N/A

Maximum Airflow Video  

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Maximum Head Airflow 
 

Lock CFM (Lock m³/min)
Lock CFM (Lock m³/min)

Noise 
 

N/A
N/A

Noise Video 
 

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Bare Floor 
 

Lock dBA
Lock dBA

Low-Pile Carpet 
 

Lock dBA
Lock dBA

Household Adaptability 
 

N/A
N/A

Household Adaptability  

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Obstacle Avoidance 
 

N/A
N/A

Obstacle Avoidance Technology 
 

Locked
Locked

Object Recognition 
 

Locked
Locked

Obstacle Video  

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Bare Floor: Avoidance Rate 
 

Lock%
Lock%

Bare Floor: Intervention Rate 
 

Lock%
Lock%

Carpet: Avoidance Rate 
 

Lock%
Lock%

Carpet: Intervention Rate 
 

Lock%
Lock%

Always Avoided Pet Waste 
 

Locked
Locked

Height Clearance 
 

N/A
N/A

Height Clearance Video  

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Lowest Height Cleared 
 

Locked
Locked

Threshold Clearance 
 

N/A
N/A

Low Threshold Video  

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High Threshold Video  

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Max Threshold Height 
 

Lock cm (Lock")
Lock cm (Lock")

Air Quality 
 

Sealing Quality Video  

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Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA) 
 

Locked
Locked

Cracks 
 

N/A
N/A

Cracks Video  

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Wood Cracks Post Test  

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Stains 
 

N/A
N/A

Stain Video  

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Stain Pickup Post Test  

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Water 
 

N/A
N/A

Wet Compatible 
 

Locked
Locked

Water Video  

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Water Pickup Post Test  

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Automation

Physical Automation 
 

N/A
N/A

Recharge And Resume 
 

Locked
Locked

Pathing Algorithm 
 

Locked
Locked

Physical Boundary Markers 
 

Locked
Locked

Scheduled Start Buttons 
 

Locked
Locked

Cycle Control Buttons 
 

Locked
Locked

Navigation Control Buttons 
 

Locked
Locked

Companion App Automation 
 

N/A
N/A

Companion App Screen Grabs  

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App Name 
 

Locked
Locked

Software Boundary Markers (No-Go Zones) 
 

Locked
Locked

App Scheduled Start 
 

Locked
Locked

App Cycle Control 
 

Locked
Locked

Navigation Control Within App 
 

Locked
Locked
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