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iRobot Roomba 205 DustCompactor vs Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal (RV3020XE)
The Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal (RV3020XE) wins with a score of 8.4/10. Best for: Premium Shark loyalists who want every cleaning feature, including UV stain detect and 185°F mop wash.
iRobot Roomba 205 DustCompactor
0.0/10$450
Winner
Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal (RV3020XE)
8.4/10$1299
Shark's most advanced robot vacuum and mop, with UV stain detection and ThermaCharged hot-water mop wash — but extremely high water usage means long drying times.
Score Comparison
iRobot Roomba 205 DustCompactorShark PowerDetect UV Reveal (RV3020XE)
Overall
—8.4
Hard Floor
—8.6
Carpet
—8.8
Mopping
—7.5
Navigation
—9.2
Noise
—7.8
Smart Features
—8.0
Maintenance
—8.2
Specifications
| iRobot Roomba 205 DustCompactor | Spec | Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal (RV3020XE) |
|---|---|---|
| $450 | Price | $1299 |
| — | Suction (Pa) | 7000 |
| — | Battery (mAh) | 5200 |
| — | Noise (dB) | 68.0 |
| — | Dustbin (ml) | — |
| — | Water Tank (ml) | — |
| — | Mop Lift (mm) | — |
| — | Height (mm) | — |
| — | Weight (kg) | — |
| LiDAR | Navigation | LiDAR + 3D Light + NeuroNav AI |
| ✅ | Self-Empty | ❌ |
| ❌ | Self-Wash Mop | ❌ |
| ❌ | Self-Dry Mop | ❌ |
| ❌ | AI Obstacle | ❌ |
Pros & Cons
iRobot Roomba 205 DustCompactor
Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal (RV3020XE)
Pros
- + Best obstacle avoidance ever on a Shark (20 of 24 objects avoided)
- + 91.5% pet hair pickup
- + ThermaCharged 185°F hot-water mop wash
- + 180-minute battery — covers ~2,930 sq ft per charge
- + UV stain detection finds invisible spills
Cons
- − Very high water usage — floors can take 30+ minutes to dry
- − Bulky 4.1" tall — won't fit under low furniture
- − App is buggy and slow
- − $1,299 puts it in flagship territory
The Verdict
The Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal (RV3020XE) is the better choice with an overall score of 8.4/10 — best for premium shark loyalists who want every cleaning feature, including uv stain detect and 185°f mop wash. The iRobot Roomba 205 DustCompactor is more affordable at $450 vs $1299.