25.1.2020

♦ Introduction ♦Shark are doing a fantastic job designing quality vacuum cleaners and are certainly giving some of the other well renowned manufactures a run for their money. For the last several months I have been using a corded version of this Shark vacuum which is a product I have rated very highly, so was very excited to try the cordless version and I can safely say, this model did not disappoint.What I really like about this model (just like the previous version I have) is its modular design which allows you to use the vacuum in various ways to suit your situation or needs, such as "Upright" (no carry required) or "Lift Away" (carrying the main unit). Whether you go for one way or the other (if not both),the cordless design gives you much more freedom to use.♦ Box Contents & Assembly ♦The box contents are as follows:01) Handle & Hose.02) Wand.03) Vacuum Pod.04) DuoClean Floor Nozzle.05) Crevice Tool.06) Dusting Brush.07) Motorised Pet Tool.08) Wide Upholstery Tool.09) 'Shark' Branded Tote Bag.10) Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery.11) Battery Charging Cradle w/ Charging Cord.12) Instruction Manuals.When unboxing, it may seem a little daunting due to how many parts come included, however, you only need to put together parts 1 - 4 for the upright mode, which takes barely a minute to put together as everything easily clicks into place.♦ In-Use ♦I honestly thought this vacuum was going to come with a bulky battery which would make the unit heavy but that really isn't the case, in-fact, the battery is moderately sized and doesn't add that much weight to it which is great!The battery takes about three and a half hours to fully charge and will last for up to 50 minutes, but this really depends on your use:• Upright (Carpet) = 25 minutes.• Upright (Floor) = 29 minutes.• Lift Away (Wand or Nozzle) = 50 minutes.• Boost (Any Mode) = 16 Minutes.Luckily my house isn't very big and I can easily vacuum what is required within the time limits of the battery, however, if you have a large house or want to do a major cleaning session this may become an issue so do double check before purchasing (unless you want to wait several hours before each cleaning attempt), in that case the corded version may be the best option. Note that when in use, the battery has a charge indicator to give you a good idea of how much power is left.When it comes to operating the vacuum, all the buttons are located on the handle which makes everything easily accessible (power, surface select and suction level). My only gripe about the boost button is when using the vacuum on the floor/carpet, it has to be held down to be activated rather than pressing to toggle on/off.In-use, this vacuum glides around seamlessly and not having any wires/cords surprisingly makes it more enjoyable to use. Just like the other model I have, this one has very good suction and does a great job picking up dirt and when it comes to emptying, the contain pops off easily and has a latch to open the dust compartment for it to fall into a bin etc...Another feature I like are the light, just like the previous model I have. Some may think it's a gimmick but I would say otherwise, it's great when in areas not much light gets to such as under the table, it helps you to see if there are any obstructions or items etc...♦ Final Thoughts ♦Shark have done well in the design of this cordless vacuum: It's robustly made, simply to use and does a really decent job with dirt. I like the freedom of movement and multiple ways of using this vacuum and providing you don't require extensive use time, this is definitely an ideal product to own.There is a place for both corded and cordless vacuums on the market, it's just down to your personal needs. If a corded one is more suitable for you, do check out their other corded models such as the 'NZ801UKT which is also a superb piece of kit!

11.2.2020

I have owned more than my fair share of vacuum cleaners, including cordless ones like this one and I have always found them very useful. In terms of performance however, I have always found them lacking when compared to their traditional corded cousins. I am pleased to say that the shark closes the gap considerably.The first thing I noticed when I first opened the box was the build quality, which is truly excellent. This machine is a highly polished product that looks and feels premium. Stemming from this is the design quality, which is also very good with particular praise on the easily removable parts such as the battery and filters. It’s also very easy to put together on setup and very easy to use,no manual required.Located on the handle are the power button, floor type selection button and boosts button. This model does not support auto floor type recognition, which is not a deal breaker, but would have been a nice extra option to have. In the box you have a variety of typical accessories for use when using with the hose, including brush, nozzle and two wider attachments for things like the stairs. One of these attachments is a little less typical in that it contains a miniature powered roller with anti hair wrap tech built in. Although this is snazzy, I found the simple wider attachment far more useful for the stairs and other locations. When using in the portable mode, it is very easy to life the main unit off and carry separately, which is a great advantage.Moving onto performance, I am very impressed. As I said earlier, this machine is starting to blur the lines between corded and cordless cleaners and is the first I have used that I would say could potentially replace rather than compliment a corded vacuum cleaner. The suction and pickup abilities across all floor types is excellent, which should see my trusty older corded vacuum cleaner getting a well earned rest most of the time. That being said, a decent full powered corded vacuum will still be tough to beat, especially when using the nozzle and other accessories. Overall though, the performance was exceptional, especially for a cordless cleaner.With the easily removable parts and washable filters, the shark should also be very easy to maintain. The package even comes with a charging dock for the battery, which could be exceptionally useful should I decide to buy an additional battery. Speaking of the battery, it is pretty large for its 2900Mah capacity, but I can forgive that due to its excellent design, which includes easy removal and reinsertion (literally lift it out and then drop it back in) and it’s convenient and clear battery level indicator, which is displayed on top.OK, now I have to point out some negatives. First of all, the battery life is good but not great, especially when using it in upright mode with the rollers running. Like this, you can probably expect about 30 minutes of use. If you use the boost mode, you can expect a little less again which is adequate but could be better. Next is the weight, which is considerable for a cordless machine, so might not be suitable for more elderly buyers when there are lighter options available. Another minor gripe I have is the lack of storage for the accessories on the vacuum itself. This makes it a bit of a pain when I need to use different accessories. Finally, there is no dock for the machine itself (just the battery dock). Not everyone would see this as a disadvantage, but I do find myself forgetting to charge this machine, which is where a dock is useful as a way to keep it charged and tidy.Overall, this is a truly an amazing vacuum cleaner and is almost certainly the best cordless machine to date. This is especially true if you are looking for an all in one cordless replacement for a traditional vacuum cleaner.Highly recommended!

26.1.2020

I love this hoover! I didn’t think it was possible to get excited about a hoover, but I haven’t made an excuse to do hoovering before getting this.Battery life is excellent. The manufacturer’s details claim up to 50 minutes when not using the motorised tools. I can believe this - a single full charge was enough for over half an hour’s hoovering including some hard floor, some carpet and some wand work doing cobwebs and high spots. When you use the hoover ‘off’ the brush head it defaults to boost mode, so using the hoover on a variety of surfaces switches between boost and non-boost which will affect battery life, but I spent more time in boost than off and still got over the 30 minute mark.A full charge from completely empty took a couple of hours.The duo brush heads work very well for picking up dust and debris even on hard floors. I had previously been using a Sharp cordless power-headed vacuum which would often push such debris around in front of the head rather than suck it up. The anti-wrap is very effective at keeping the brush bar clear of hair/fibres. I have two dogs and some old rugs which often shed threads and these have not made their way to being wrapped round the brush bar!There is a good selection of additional tools, including a powered furniture head for getting around soft furnishings / curtains etc. My only gripe here would be that there is nowhere on the vacuum itself to clip any of these. As a bare minimum I would like to be able to attach the crevice tool to the body of the vacuum so that it is always on hand as this is the additional tool I always use the most (which I think is probably universal to most people?!)The vacuum can be used in a number of ways; as a standard upright with the battery/motor unit mounted on the from of the handle and for going under low furniture the battery/motor can be removed with an easy click. In addition, the handle can be removed which everything is in situ for short range spot hoovering or can be removed with the longer wand/ handle attachment for high reach work. I particularly like the fact you can then remove everything from the brush bar head and walk around holding the motor unit in one hand and the short/long reach wand in the other; great for going round high areas for cobwebs etc and for going up stairs. If I did have one small criticism in this mode though, it’s that the pipe doesn’t have either a bit more length, or was a bit stretchier. I have moments where it would be quite useful to pop the walk around motor unit on the floor and still reach high; there is not enough tube length to accommodate this without lifting it off the floor.Charging is easy - you can either plug in a charging base for which you can easily remove the battery and pop it on the charger, or you can simply use the power cord from the charging base directly into the hoover.Emptying is also straightforward - a quick and easy pair of clips to remove the whole dust chamber, and a single clip on the bottom when held over the bin for direct emptying. There is a clip on the top half to remove any fine stuff from a filter cone in the top.It’s an expensive hoover, but so far seems very well constructed and usefully thought out.

26.1.2020

It’s a lot of money to pay for a vacuum cleaner but it’s certainly a quality product. The cleaner arrived in a robust box and was well packaged. It really is a nice piece of equipment. Our previous vacuum was the Vax blade, which was perfectly good, but the Shark is a real step up.I was pleased to see there was no requirement to fix a wall mount for the device because it’s free standing, and large enough to stand quite firmly without tipping over.The instructions, as you can see from the photos, are quite pictorial and easy to follow even if the pictures are quite small. Two “manuals” are provided – the full instructions as well as a quick start guide (single sheet).

6.1.2020

As a man who lives by himself and owns a big, old fashioned traditional vacuum cleaner, you can imagine that cleaning my floors wasn’t something I particularly enjoyed. So I pretty much stopped doing it and my house became a mess!As a man who lives by himself and owns a big, old fashioned traditional vacuum cleaner, you can imagine that cleaning my floors wasn’t something I particularly enjoyed. So I pretty much stopped doing it and my house became a mess!So I did some research on new vacuum cleaners and liked the look of the Shark range. I took the plunge and ordered a cordless upright model and it is ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT! I had it set up in less than 5 minutes without looking at the instructions – it was so simple.

28.2.2020

I have a Kirby and just moved to a house with all hardwoods or tile!As much as I love my heavy, lunky, ancient vacuum, it was to much to change levels all the time to not destroy my rugs (or vaccum). I researched a lot! I wanted the mop/sweeper that’s advertised, but didn’t want to clean it after every use. I looked at the D brand options too. I decided I want cordless and liff away, I want to not dread getting it out, and I want something more powerful than my dustbuster. This thing is my new bff, I guess that means I’m finally growing up (don’t ask my age, it’s in the middle range). This does not have the non tangle roller, but it does have a nice deep groove on the roller and between me,

23.1.2020

I got this which I hoped I would be an improvement on my Dyson handheld, which has been decent but has a dying battery.The good news is, it compares pretty favourably.Setup was really straightforward - a few pieces to click together, but a very clear quick start guide was provided for that. I was up and running in a couple of minutes, though battery wasn't really charged, so didn't get much of a run first time I used.Charging was straightforward as well. The cable can be plugged in to vacuum directly, it can be plugged into the battery directly, or the option I use, which is a little charging cradle - the battery lifts up and out of the vacuum itself, and is dropped into this cradle I found this the easiest option,

23.1.2020

Powerful suction, heavier than a Dyson portable on stairs, but more effective..The take-off carry unit is heavier than using a portable Dyson, but usable as it is more powerful.When used as a floor unit, it feels lighter than the usual mains powered vacuum cleaners, the dual brushes also help propel the unit forwards, but also easy to reverse without trouble.The larger battery can be charged in it’s own caddy, or charged whilst on the machine, or even direct to the battery, which has a charge indicator on it, useful.Simple to empty, the standard style with a drop out bottom to empty over a bin.Filters are water cleanable.Shark advises a second battery would be useful, this model is not on their site yet,

30.12.2019

First thing I noted about this vacuum is the ease in assemble, it is so simple to put together and to charge the battery. It’s very light and that makes it super easy to move around the home. The vacuum head moves with ease so gets into hard to reach corners and can fit under furniture due to its compact size. The light feature on the vacuum head is my favourite feature as I was so surprised how much dust/crumbs were on the floor where I thought my old vacuum had been picking this up. It makes the floor (I have grey wood floors) easier to see and thus where needs attention. I love that it’s cordless, it makes it very quick to use and frees me to move around the house without constantly plugging it into different sockets.

30.12.2019

We've wanted a Shark Vacuum for a few years now as we had always heard so many good things about them.Our Christmas arrived early this year when the delivery man arrived with our new Shark!As soon as we opened the box we were immediately impressed with how light and slimline it was. This is a huge plus point for me especially, because I use a wheelchair and need something which is easy to maneuver.After putting it together, which took 3 clicks, we charged it up and after about 3 hours it was ready to go.The on/off button is on the handle which makes it so easy to use, as I can't bend down. The suction is amazing and unlike other brands it doesn't stick to the flooring.

21.1.2020

A great overall vacuum featuring fantastic performance, a lot of features and simple maintenance.The designers of this vacuum deserve credit, it’s a work of art.I have been vigorously testing this vacuum out throughout the week and I have been impressed with how powerful this cleans my floors and carpets. I have tested out the carpet, wooden floor and boost mode and they all did their job well.The machine is simple to put together, there are 3 main parts to click in, once they are clicked into place you are pretty much ready to go, give the battery a long charge for its first use and you are ready to get going. The battery life has been good overall,

7.1.2020

Have used the vacuum extensively over the Christmas holidays and it has performed to the high standards you would expect from a Shark product. Great features include: - Anti hair wrap - brush jammed indicator - lights on the front to help track down the dust- interchangeable surface function buttons at your fingertips - very potable with Lift-Away - which makes vacuuming the stairs a doddle - decent battery life - good size dust collector for larger households- easy to emptyCouple of negatives (hence not 5 star): - The collector filter and battery are located at the bottom of the stick near the vacuum head and is quite bulky so getting a good distance under furniture is not possible.

24.1.2020

Having been an owner of that other leading brand of cordless vacuums for many years I had gradually become less confident in their ability to do a good job consistently. That is why last year I replaced it with the corded version of this duo-clean Shark. All was good but I did miss the freedom of cutting the cord, so when I had the opportunity to try out this corded model I was very pleased to see the difference between this and the corded model as well as the previous leading brand cordless.The build quality and easy set up impressed with everything feeling premium quality and once quickly assembled I was delighted that this felt far more like a 'proper' vacuum rather than a cordless.

29.12.2019

I received my shark a couple of weeks ago and it has honestly revolutionised the way I hoover. Before I had a bulky upright and a separate handheld for all the fiddly bits but now everything I need is wrapped up into one fantastic machine.Firstly I love that it’s cordless, no annoying wires getting in your way or catching on the furniture, and searching for a spare socket is no longer mission impossible. It’s easily changed from upright to lift away in the click of a button, meaning I can do the main carpet, skirtings and stairs all in one go without any hassle. The suction is incredible, so much gets lifted with ease, I was a little shocked to see the barrel after the first use.

21.12.2019

This is by far the best hoover that I have ever used to date. When I initially unpacked the hoover it went together with ease and in just moments. When you first turn the hoover on it almost glides forward due to the power and this tug allows the Hoover almost guide itself making extremely light work of what would otherwise be a chore. The hoover transitions from carpet to hard floor so nicely with just a push of a button and I am so grateful for the the anti hair wrap function as cutting hair out of the hoover head is no fun. The hoover most definitely Has the power of a corded upright hoover but benefits from being cordless and being able to lift away and transform it into a handheld easily is so useful for corners,

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