Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra Wins
Winner
VS
Score Comparison
Criteria
Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
Shark Matrix Plus
Overall Score
9.5
8.3
Cleaning Performance
9.6
8.5
Navigation
9.5
8.2
Features
9.5
8.0
Value
8.8
8.5
Build Quality
9.4
8.0
Pricing & Features
Specification
Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
Shark Matrix Plus
Price
$1,799
$699
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
Large homes wanting the best vacuum-mop combo with premium dock features
Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra represents the pinnacle of robot vacuum technology. The slim design and hot water washing justify the premium for large home owners.
Strengths
- Slimmest design in Roborock history (7.98cm)
- Diamond IoT security certification
- Hot water mop washing (70°C)
- Faster charging than S8 Pro
Limitations
- Premium price at $1799
- Large dock footprint
- Overkill for small apartments
When to Choose Shark Matrix Plus
Budget-conscious buyers wanting self-emptying convenience from a trusted brand
Shark Matrix Plus delivers solid cleaning performance with self-emptying convenience at a lower price point than premium competitors, though it lacks some advanced navigation features.
Strengths
- Matrix Clean technology for methodical cleaning
- Self-emptying base with bagless design
- Precision Home Mapping with no-go zones
- Good value compared to premium competitors
Limitations
- Navigation less advanced than Roborock/iRobot
- No mopping functionality
- App can be glitchy
