Dyson measures suction power in air watts with the Dyson v10 at 151 air watts, the Dyson v11 at 185 air watts, and the Dyson v15 at 230 air watts. The power of Sharks is reported in watts with the Shark Rocket Pet Pro at 181 watts and the Shark Vertex at 281 watts. Watts is not as accurate of a reflection of suction powder since it refers to the total amount of power supplied to all components of the vacuum (including the lights), not just the suction power. The Dyson v11 (and the newer Dyson v15 that has a comparable battery life to the v11). Next came the Dyson v10 that ran for 32 minutes, the Shark Vertex that ran for 29 minutes, and then the Shark Rocket Pet Pro that ran for 26 minutes.
With its 2-in-1 design, this vacuum easily converts to a handheld mode, allowing you to clean stairs, upholstery, and hard-to-reach areas with ease. The included attachments provide versatility for a range of cleaning tasks. The best cordless vacuum cleaners suit a variety of budgets, but when it comes to those that can deal quickly and effectively with hair wrapping around the roller, the selection narrows.
“Works great, durable and has a lot of power. The only downfall is the battery does not last very long and takes a while to change back up,” said one customer. The floor nozzle is there to help you comfortably glide it across the floor. When weighing all four of them as a handheld with the standard crevice tool attached, both Sharks and the Dyson v10 all weigh within two ounces of each other (3 pounds, ounces). The Blade 5 sees Vax venturing into the luxury vacuum market but, although the price has gone up, it’s still affordable compared to its counterparts. Carolyn Forté brings more than 40 years of experience as a consumer products expert to her role as executive director of the Good Housekeeping Institute’s Home Care and Cleaning Lab.
Because cordless vacuums are compact and often packaged with either a wall-mountable charging dock or a floor stand, it’s common to store them within arm’s reach in plain shark handheld vacuum sight. The GV 8 qt HEPA backpack vacuum is lightweight and super easy to use. If you have lots of hardwood or tile in your home or business then this vacuum is for you.
The bin has a handle on top so you can easily lift and carry your vacuum. It has five settings for different floor types, which you must bend down and adjust at the top of the cleaner head. But turning on the vacuum is as easy as pressing a lever at the base with your foot. There’s also a separate foot pedal to tilt the vacuum and allow it to swivel in different directions. Bissell’s Cleanview Swivel Pet Vacuum is your classic corded upright vacuum.
The IZ531H model also has a more rudimentary crevice tool with no slide-off soft-bristle dusting brush. The Shark Cordless Pet Plus and Shark Cordless Pro are similar vacuums, though the Cordless Pro is an improvement in most areas. The Cordless Pro has an automatic power adjustment system and is fitted with an odor-neutralizing cartridge. The Cordless Pro’s fluffy brushroll is also fully removable, allowing it to clean cracks and crevices far more effectively than the Cordless Pet Plus. It very much depends on the layout of your home, your budget and the types of surfaces you want to clean. Read our Shark vs Dyson article for a more in-depth look at the two floor-cleaning brands.
Barbara Bellesi Zito is a freelance writer from Staten Island, New York, covering all things home and lifestyle for Better Homes & Gardens. To compile this list of the best Shark vacuums for pet hair, Barbara analyzed insights from the lab based in Des Moines, Iowa. When it comes to the best Shark vacuums for pet hair, the price is impacted by the shark stick vacuum style, as well as any accessories and technology. You can expect to spend a few hundred dollars at least, with some options going up to at least $600. Strong suction is everything when it comes to vacuums, especially when you’re trying to pick up after your pet. But those that are billed for pets are indeed better suited for furbaby cleanup.
Two models didn’t make the cut, but the three that did offer show-stopping performance and dust busting abilities that wowed. I was surprised how much the weight distribution affected the ease of use. With the dust bin at the bottom of the vacuum, manoeuvring was light and easy. Fitted to the top, it felt bulky and awkward, which unfortunately extended to the handheld mode.
The biggest downside of the V12 Detect Slim is its tiny, 12-ounce dustbin, which requires frequent emptying. You also have to swap between two different brushes depending on whether you use it on carpet or bare floor. This model is cheap, lightweight, and agile, and it cleans a variety of floor types well. But its non-replaceable battery and one-year warranty are disappointing. With the vacuum set to its Clean Sense IQ mode, performance on bare floors is superb. It has no trouble dealing with bulky debris like cereal or smaller debris like rice.