Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
Dreame vs Shark Australia
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Dreame |  Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | D20 Plus, L40 Ultra Gen2, X60 Max Ultra Complete | Shark Navigator Robot Vacuum Clean and Empty System (RV2110AE), Shark PowerDetect ELITE Cordless Auto-Empty System (IP3268), Shark PowerDetect Cordless Stick Vacuum (IP1251), Shark EveryMess 3-in-1 Wet Vac, Dry Vac and Stain System (VX101) |
| Entry price | $309.99 | A$79.99 |
| Flagship price | $1,499.99 | A$1,199.99 |
| Runtime | 285Higher | 70 |
| Markets | US | AU |
| Top suction (Pa) | 35,000 | Not confirmed |
| Mop type | Spinning | Not confirmed |
| Mop lift (mm) | 10.4 | Not confirmed |
| Obstacle avoidance | Camera AI | Not confirmed |
| LiDAR navigation | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | 500 | Not confirmed |
| Height (cm) | 7.95 | Not confirmed |
| Warranty | 2 years | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Self-empty dock (Yes), Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- Shark Australia scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 8.7.
- Runtime is higher at Dreame: 285 vs 70.
- Support channels: only Dreame offers Community.
- Products: only Shark Australia offers Upright, Handheld.
- Markets: only Dreame offers US.
- Markets: only Shark Australia offers AU.
Our verdict on each
Dreame
Dreame suits US buyers who want some of the strongest robot vacuum suction in this comparison and are willing to sort support themselves. Peak suction of 35,000 Pa and a self emptying dock on the flagship carry the case, while mop lift sits below the middle of the field.
Shark Australia
Shark Australia suits households that want floor care covered end to end, from a robot vacuum with a self empty dock through stick, upright, wet-dry and handheld models, sold in Australia. The cordless range reaches AUD 1,199.99 at the top, so budget for the flagship if self-empty convenience matters.
Score breakdown
| Area | Dreame | Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.2Entry at $309.99 and a flagship of $1,499.99 sit mid-table, which is why the cost part scores 8.2. | 9.3HigherVacuums open at AUD 79.99 and purifiers at AUD 199.99, which is where the cost score of 9.3 comes from. |
| Offer | 9.2HigherSuction of 35,000 Pa, lidar and a self empty dock ship as standard, backing the offer part score of 9.2. | 9.0Format coverage of robot vacuum, stick and upright carries the offer score of 9. |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Dreame | Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Robot vacuums | 2 of 34 | 14 of 34 |
| Cordless vacuums | 3 of 38 | 14 of 38 |
A third option
Eureka has runtime at 360, against 285 for Dreame and 70 for Shark Australia.
Eureka reviewEvery fact side by side
| Fact | Dreame | Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Robot vacuum, Stick, Wet dry | Robot vacuum, Stick, Upright, Wet dry, HandheldCovers more |
| Support channels | Help centre, CommunityCovers more | Help centre |
Air treatment
| Fact | Dreame | Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $139.99 | A$199.99 |
| Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) | 500 | Not confirmed |
| Room size (m²) | 226Higher | 23 to 130 |
| Filter types | Hepa h13, Carbon, Uv, IoniserCovers more | Hepa h13 |
| Filter change interval | Not confirmed | 60 months |
| Quietest noise level (dB) | 32 | Not confirmed |
| Water tank (l) | 6 | Not confirmed |
| Power use (W) | 2,150 | Not confirmed |
| Mobile app | Yes | Not confirmed |
Kitchen appliances
| Fact | Dreame | Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (l) | 6.62 | Not confirmed |
| Cooking programmes | 6 | Not confirmed |
Home security
| Fact | Dreame | Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $109.99 | Not confirmed |
| Monitoring per month | $0 | Not confirmed |
| Minimum contract | 0 months | Not confirmed |
| Professional monitoring | No | Not confirmed |
| Pricing model | Diy | Not confirmed |
| Power source | Battery | Not confirmed |
| Ecosystems | Matter, Homekit | Not confirmed |
| Installation required | No | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Dreame | Shark Australia | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top suction (Pa) | 35,000highest quarter | Not confirmed | 15,000 |
| Mop lift (mm) | 10.4below the median | Not confirmed | 12 |
| Runtime | 285highest quarter | 70below the median | 120 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | 500below the median | Not confirmed | 700 |
| Height (cm) | 7.95lowest quarter | Not confirmed | 9.8 |
| Warranty | 2 yearsat the median | Not confirmed | 2 years |
Median across 66 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Dreame
Pros
- Peak suction of 35,000 Pa runs well past the 15,000 Pa site median, so the flagship lifts more than a typical robot.
- Lidar mapping, a self empty dock and a spinning mop are fitted rather than sold as add-ons, with the mop lifting 10.4 mm over thresholds.
- A spare parts shop is available, so consumables can be reordered directly from the maker without going through a third party.
Cons
- Support runs on help centre and community only, which leaves no phone or live chat route when something goes wrong.
- The range is listed for US only, so buyers elsewhere have fewer listings and fewer service options.
- Mop lift of 10.4 mm is below the 12 mm site median and ranks 9 of 12, so it is not a carpet specialist.
Shark Australia
Pros
- Robot vacuums carry a self empty dock, so the Shark Navigator robot vacuum and the Shark PowerDetect ELITE cordless empty their own bins.
- Cordless runtime reaches 70 minutes, enough to finish a large Australian home without stopping partway for a top-up.
- A spare parts shop sits alongside the range, so filters, brushes and batteries can be replaced without a service visit.
Cons
- Support runs on help centre only, so there is no phone line or live chat route listed for a machine that misbehaves.
- Availability is limited to AU, so anyone outside Australia has to look at a different brand for floor care.
- The spread between AUD 79.99 and AUD 1,199.99 is wide, so the auto-empty cordless flagship is a serious outlay for a single machine.
Who each suits
Dreame
Who it suits
- US households who want suction near the top of the class and a dock that empties itself.
- Shoppers who want lidar mapping plus Matter and Apple Home support from one maker, across matter and homekit devices.
- Buyers who want to add air care and a smart lock from the same supplier, since a mobile app covers the appliances.
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers outside US, where the line is not listed.
- Shoppers who want uprights and handhelds from one maker: Ewbank lists robot vacuum, stick and upright and Daewoo Electricals lists robot vacuum, stick and upright.
- Anyone who prefers a narrow catalogue: Philips lists robot vacuum and wet dry only, so its floor care range is simpler but shallower.
Shark Australia
Who it suits
- Australian households that want robots, sticks, uprights, wet and dry pickups and handheld machines from the same maker.
- Owners who would rather have a robot that empties itself and a spare parts shop to handle repairs later.
- Buyers combining floor care with an air purifier for rooms of 23 to 130 square metres.
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers outside AU, who should check Ewbank or Philips for a brand stocked closer to home.
- Shoppers who want a robot and wet-dry specialist rather than a full catalogue: Philips lists robot vacuum and wet dry only.
- Buyers wanting live phone or chat help, since support runs on help centre alone.
Country by country
| Country | Dreame | Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | No | Yes |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Dreame
How much does the cheapest Dreame robot vacuum cost?+
The entry model in the D20 Plus, L40 Ultra Gen2, X60 Max Ultra Complete line sets the entry point at $309.99, with lidar mapping, a 500 ml bin and a runtime of 285 minutes. That is a full robot vacuum rather than a bare machine, though its suction sits well below the 35,000 Pa figure of the flagship. Buyers who want the self emptying dock pay the flagship price instead.
What does the flagship robot vacuum cost?+
The flagship model in the D20 Plus, L40 Ultra Gen2, X60 Max Ultra Complete line is priced at $1,499.99. It carries peak suction of 35,000 Pa, a self empty dock, a spinning mop that lifts 10.4 mm and camera based obstacle avoidance. It stands 7.95 cm tall, which helps it pass under most sofas, and it is the model that anchors the top of the range.
Shark Australia
How much do Shark Australia vacuums cost?+
The vacuum range opens at AUD 79.99 for the cheaper stick and handheld machines, and the cordless range reaches AUD 1,199.99 with the auto-empty flagship. Both are purchase prices rather than a recurring plan fee, so the figure at the start is the figure you pay. That spread lets you start small or fill a whole floor-care set at once.
What types of machines does Shark Australia sell?+
The catalogue runs to robot vacuum, stick and upright, so the same maker covers robot cleaning, stick floors, uprights, wet and dry pickup and handheld jobs. Air purifiers sit alongside the floor care rather than in place of it. Named models include the Shark Navigator robot vacuum, the Shark PowerDetect cordless stick vacuum and the Shark EveryMess wet vac.
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