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Best Dreame
Dreame L40 UltraA highly automated vacuum-mop that cleans well, with a carpet catchSuits you if
- You have a mix of hard floors and rugs
- You want a robot that empties, washes and dries itself
- Your floors are often cluttered with socks, shoes or cables
Best Shark
Shark Matrix PlusA capable, fairly quiet vacuum-mop combo with a frustrating appSuits you if
- Your home is mostly hard floors on a single level
- You want a self-emptying robot without paying for dock bags
- You want quiet daily upkeep for dust, crumbs and everyday hair
The short version
Dreame is the stronger brand for robot vacuums right now. The best single model of the two is the Dreame L40 Ultra, which suits you if you have a mix of hard floors and rugs.
We researched 20 expert reviews, analyzed 14,638 owner ratings and comments across 16 sources for every Dreame and Shark model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
See the evidence
Brand scoreboardAverage score 79 vs 64 · reliability 77 vs 52
| Dreame | Shark | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 79 | 64 |
| Experts | 86 | 77 |
| Owners | 73 | 58 |
| Reliability | 77 | 52 |
| Models scored | 2 | 1 |
| Most reliable model | Dreame L40 Ultra | Shark Matrix Plus |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Quick answers
Which is better, Dreame or Shark?
Dreame, on balance. Its models do better overall.
Based on: Average Product Review score 79 for Dreame vs 64 for Shark.Which brand is more reliable, Dreame or Shark?
Dreame. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 77 vs 52.What is the best Dreame robot vacuum?
The Dreame L40 Ultra. It suits you if you have a mix of hard floors and rugs.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Dreame models (84).What is the best Shark robot vacuum?
The Shark Matrix Plus. It suits you if your home is mostly hard floors on a single level.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Shark models (64).