Which is better for pet hair?

Both are marketed for pets. The Shark has a self-cleaning brushroll and an anti-allergen HEPA filter. The Roborock adds 210 AW of suction and a zero-tangle brush, and its dock seals dust away, which helps with allergens.

Is the Roborock worth the extra $50?

Yes if you want the auto-empty dock and 90-minute runtime. The Shark at $199.98 is the better value if you just want a light stick vacuum and will empty the cup yourself.

Which runs longer on one charge?

The Roborock, at up to 90 minutes. The Shark is rated at 40 minutes. Real runtime drops in max mode on both.

Do I have to empty the Roborock by hand?

Rarely. The dock empties the vacuum into a 3 L bag in about 10 seconds, and Roborock says that lasts up to 100 days. The Shark's 0.34-quart cup must be emptied by hand after most cleans.

The Shark, at 7.17 lbs. Roborock does not state the H60 Hub Ultra's weight, so compare in hand if weight matters to you.

Does either work with a phone app?

The Roborock lists Amazon Alexa support. The Shark IZ362H has no smart features.

Shark IZ362H Anti-Allergen Cordless Stick Vacuum vs Roborock H60 Hub Ultra

Buy the Shark IZ362H if you want a light, simple stick vacuum and the lowest price: it was $199.98 on November 2, against $249.99 for the Roborock H60 Hub Ultra as of October 31. Buy the Roborock if you want a self-empty dock, much longer runtime and stronger suction. The Shark weighs 7.17 lbs and runs 40 minutes; the Roborock claims 90 minutes and 210 AW, and its dock holds dust for up to 100 days.

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