Shark Detect Pro PowerFins Cordless vs Levoit VortexIQ Cordless Stick Vacuum

Quick take: The Levoit VortexIQ Cordless Stick Vacuum runs longer per charge (50 vs 40 min).

SpecShark Detect Pro PowerFins CordlessLevoit VortexIQ Cordless Stick Vacuum
Price~$199~$199
TypeCordless StickCordless Stick
SuctionNot disclosed80 AW
Battery40 min50 min
Navigation——
FiltrationHEPA5-Stage HEPA Filtration
CordlessYesYes
BaggedNoNo
Noise——
Dustbin—850 ml
Water tank——
Self-empty dockNoNo
Auto mop washingNoNo
Hot water washingNoNo
Obstacle avoidanceNoNo
Carpet detectionNoNo
Auto mop liftingNoNo
Multi-floor mappingNoNo
App controlNoYes
Dimensions10.4 x 13.9 x 43 in—
Weight6 lbs3.3 lbs
Warranty5 years2 years

Pros & cons

Shark Detect Pro PowerFins Cordless

  • ✓5-year warranty on the vacuum plus a separately-covered 2-year replaceable battery
  • ✓Owners report the PowerFins brushroll has stayed tangle-free after a year of regular use
  • ✓Lightweight 6-lb body matches the easier-to-swing IW1111
  • ✓Converts to a handheld for stairs, car interiors, and upholstery
  • ✓HEPA filtration on a sub-$200 machine
  • ✗Only one detect sensor (DirtDetect) vs. the IW1111's four — no EdgeDetect or LightDetect
  • ✗Shark has not published a dustbin capacity figure for this model
  • ✗40-minute Eco runtime shrinks quickly once auto-boost kicks in on carpet
  • ✗Frequently priced close to the better-equipped IW1111, so check current pricing before buying

Levoit VortexIQ Cordless Stick Vacuum

  • ✓NeoSight LED dust detection makes debris visible on hard floors
  • ✓Light handheld weight (about 3.3 lbs) for stairs and car interiors
  • ✓0.85L dustbin is generous for the price point
  • ✓5-stage HEPA filtration with washable filters
  • ✓VeSync app support and a 2-year warranty
  • ✗80 AW suction is on the lower end for this price bracket
  • ✗Not sold on Amazon — Levoit's own store only
  • ✗No noise rating published
  • ✗No long-term ownership track record given how new the model is to market
  • ✗Full product dimensions not published