Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
RYOBI vs Shark Australia
What sets them apart
| Compare |  RYOBI |  Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | PBLUV748K, PBLSV747K, PCL704K | 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 | $43.44 | A$79.99 |
| Flagship price | $399 | A$1,199.99 |
| Self-empty dock | No | YesHas it |
| Markets | US, AU, CA, MXCovers more | AU |
| Mop type | Roller | Not confirmed |
| Obstacle avoidance | None | Not confirmed |
| LiDAR navigation | No | Not confirmed |
| Runtime | Not confirmed | 70 |
| Matter support | No | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- Self-empty dock: only Shark Australia.
- Support channels: only RYOBI offers Email, Phone.
- Products: only Shark Australia offers Robot vacuum, Upright.
- Markets: only RYOBI offers US, CA, MX.
Our verdict on each
RYOBI
RYOBI suits households after straightforward stick, wet-dry and handheld floor care rather than robots, and buyers who want a machine without a large outlay. It scores 9.2 overall here, and the range adds a roller mop system and a spare parts shop.
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 | RYOBI | Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.7HigherEntry price of $43.44 and a rank of 5 of 65 show a low starting price, with a spare parts shop. | 9.3Vacuums open at AUD 79.99 and purifiers at AUD 199.99, which is where the cost score of 9.3 comes from. |
| Offer | 8.7Flagship model costs $399, ranking 25 of 66 against other brands. | 9.0HigherFormat coverage of robot vacuum, stick and upright carries the offer score of 9. |
Choosing between them
Pick RYOBI if cost and markets matter most.
Pick Shark Australia if offer and self-empty dock matter most.
How they place
| Ranking | RYOBI | Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Cordless vacuums | 13 of 38 | 14 of 38 |
Sources behind this comparison
RYOBI
- ryobitools.com: 13 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Shark Australia
- sharkninja.com.au: 9 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | RYOBI | Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Stick, Wet dry, Handheld | Robot vacuum, Stick, Upright, Wet dry, HandheldCovers more |
| Legal entity | TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc. | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centreCovers more | Help centre |
Air treatment
| Fact | RYOBI | Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | A$199.99 |
| Room size (m²) | Not confirmed | 23 to 130 |
| Filter types | Not confirmed | Hepa h13 |
| Filter change interval | Not confirmed | 60 months |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | RYOBI | Shark Australia | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runtime | Not confirmed | 70below the median | 120 |
Median across 55 listed brands.
Pros and cons
RYOBI
Pros
- Entry price of $43.44 keeps the starting outlay at the cheap end of the market for stick, wet dry and handheld machines
- Spare parts shop is yes, so replacement parts can be bought directly after the sale
- Mopping runs on a roller system, so wet pickup happens in the same pass
Cons
- Self empty dock is no, so emptying the bin stays a manual job
- Obstacle avoidance is none and Lidar is no, which limits hands-free mapping
- Matter is no, so the tools sit outside the connected home standards common in the category
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
RYOBI
Who it suits
- Renters and homeowners who want a stick, wet-dry and handheld set at a low entry price
- Households in the United States, AU and CA who want a spare parts shop for later repairs
- Buyers who prefer a manual empty and a straightforward cleaning routine
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone set on a robot vacuum with a self empty dock, since self empty dock is no, should look at Ewbank or Philips
- Households that need Matter in the smart home, where Matter is no here, should compare Ewbank instead
- Buyers wanting lidar and camera obstacle avoidance, since Lidar is no and obstacle avoidance is none, are better served by Philips or Daewoo Electricals
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 | RYOBI | Shark Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | No | Yes |
Questions about each
RYOBI
How much does RYOBI floor care cost at the start?+
Entry price is $43.44, a low starting point for the range. That figure ranks 5 among 65 brands tracked on price at entry, placing it towards the cheaper end of the market. The reference models PBLUV748K, PBLSV747K, PCL704K cover the formats listed for the brand.
What does the top of the RYOBI range cost?+
The flagship model carries a price of $399, and it is a manual stick, wet-dry or handheld machine rather than a robot. On price for the flagship, that figure ranks 25 of 66 brands tracked, so the top of the range sits lower in the market than brands whose priciest models are docked robots.
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.