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iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ 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 Combo j5+
0.0/10$499
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 Combo j5+Shark 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 Combo j5+ | Spec | Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal (RV3020XE) |
|---|---|---|
| $499 | Price | $1299 |
| — | Suction (Pa) | 7000 |
| — | Battery (mAh) | 5200 |
| — | Noise (dB) | 68.0 |
| — | Dustbin (ml) | — |
| — | Water Tank (ml) | — |
| — | Mop Lift (mm) | — |
| — | Height (mm) | — |
| — | Weight (kg) | — |
| vSLAM Camera | Navigation | LiDAR + 3D Light + NeuroNav AI |
| ✅ | Self-Empty | ❌ |
| ❌ | Self-Wash Mop | ❌ |
| ❌ | Self-Dry Mop | ❌ |
| ✅ | AI Obstacle | ❌ |
Pros & Cons
iRobot Roomba Combo j5+
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 Combo j5+ is more affordable at $499 vs $1299.