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What Shark Vacuum is the best on the market?
A swivel head makes the Shark WS642AE Wandvac Cordless Stick Vacuum easy to maneuver around obstacles.Credit:Better Homes & Gardens
We put our favorite models head-to-head.
But is it any good?
Here, weve pitted the top three best Shark vacuums against each other to help you decide.
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After six months, we felt it kept the carpets cleaner and more plush than stick vacuums.
We named it best for tile in our roundup of the best vacuums.
Its a great tool for small spills on countertops or floors and for upholstery or seating.
The maneuverability of the Shark vacuum was impressive, and it amazed us with its ability to clean edges and stairs.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens
You need corded power for that.Homes with carpetshould have an upright vacuum.
However, because its heavier, itll pose a challenge for multi-level homes.
The Shark Navigator has a 25-foot cord.
Shark Wandvac Self-Empty Cordless Vacuum:Cordless stick vacuums are best for small spaces.
They need to be charged between cleanings, so battery life and charging time should be taken into consideration.
The Wandvacs freestanding dock makes it a great option for a small closet or kitchen area.
At 6 pounds, its lightweight and maneuverable.
Steve L. recommends stick vacuums forstudio apartmentsor the top floors of multi-level homes, like near a kids room.
The UltraCyclone Pro gets extra points for its long battery life (around 12 minutes).
Its also around 2 pounds, which is nice for operating it with one hand.
It also worked well on upholstery.
The vacuum collected hair quickly on the medium-pile carpet.
Some hair did get stuck in the brush roll, but it was easy to remove.
Overall, we found the Navigator was most effective when it came to deep cleaning carpets and rugs.
It works best on hard floors and thin rugs, picking up everything from cat litter to quinoa.
It even got fairly deep into the carpet fibers thanks to the impressive suction.
But like abroom, maneuvers well for its size, and transitions well from floor to carpet.
During testing, we found that it was easy to maneuver around and under furniture.
Its swiveling head makes it simple to maneuver around furniture legs and underneath furniture.
Its a great feature to look for when prioritizing ease of use.
The large dustbin is easy to remove and clean, and the three-part set-up was quick and intuitive.
Shark Wandvac Self-Empty Cordless Vacuum:The Wandvacs standing base is one of its best design features.
We also like that it can be turned into a 2-pound handheld vacuum for getting into hard-to-reach areas.
Another great aspect is the swivel head, which makes it easy to clean tight spots.
Shark UltraCyclone Pro Cordless Handheld Vacuum:Convenience and one-handed operation put the UltraCyclone Pro above similar models.
However, because they attach to the handle and not the hose itself, theyre not as flexible.
Still, both add theability to clean curtains, couch cushions, and tight spots.
Another bonus: Neither has bristles, which tend to get caked with dust over time.
Shark UltraCyclone Pro Cordless Handheld Vacuum:The UltraCyclone Pro comes with a scrubbing brush and a crevice tool.
The crevice tool was the standout attachment when cleaning the car seat, although we liked both.
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Because a handheld is mostly for detail work and upholstery, these are must-have accessories.
TheShark Wandvac Self-Empty Cordless Vacuumis a great option for small spaces, apartments, and hard flooring.
For each, we measured the noise level of the vacuums with a decibel reader and recorded the results.
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The handheld vacuum was only tested on the rug for this portion.
When applicable, we ran the vacuums until the battery died to assess battery life.
We emptied all of the vacuum dust bins.
If the vacuums had removable filters, we took them out and cleaned them.
The debris we used varied in size, including larger Cheerio crumbs and finer debris like wig hair.
Your Questions, Answered
Do Shark vacuums have a warranty?
Yesif you purchase a Shark vacuum from an authorized retailer, there will be a warranty.
It does not cover regular wear and tear or damage sparked by misuse.
Filters are also excluded.
Depending on the model, the battery may have a separate warranty.
UltraCyclone isnt listed as of publication, but other handhelds have two-year limited warranties.
Are Shark vacuums better than Dyson?
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The biggest upside to a Shark vacuum is the excellent suction power and budget friendly price.
Replacement parts for Dyson models are more readily available, and they can be repaired by vacuum technicians.
Who We Are
Alida Nugenthas been a writer, editor, and strategist for over six years.
Despite the small size, the Shark UltraCyclone has impressive suction that can handle all types of debris.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens
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Next to all of the products on this list, you may have noticed ourBHG Recommends seal of approval.
In these cases, we use the same testing criteria we use to test the purchased products.
The Shark vacuum has useful attachments such as an upholstery brush and a crevice tool.Credit:Better Homes & Gardens
The device came fully assembled and ready to clean right out of the box.Credit:Better Homes & Gardens
