Shark
Shark PowerDetect Transformer Upright Vacuum
A corded upright that splits into a stick and a handheld, this Shark is aimed at homes that want one machine for floors, stairs and furniture. It draws 1,272 W through a 30 ft cord, holds 1.1 qt in its cup and uses Shark's Anti-Allergen Complete Seal. The penalty for that versatility is weight: 17.68 lb in upright form. Shark lists it at $529.99, or $649.99 as the TruePet bundle, with a 5-year warranty.
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Specifications
Highlights
Pros
- ✓Converts from upright to stick to handheld
- ✓Corded, so runtime never limits a whole-house clean
- ✓1.1 qt dust cup, larger than Shark's cordless stick cups
- ✓Sealed-system Anti-Allergen Complete Seal
- ✓30 ft power cord
- ✓Same 5-year warranty Shark gives its cordless sticks
Cons
- ✗17.68 lb is heavy to carry up stairs
- ✗Power is given in watts, not air watts, so suction can't be compared directly
- ✗$529.99 is high for a corded upright
- ✗No noise rating published
- ✗Pet tools cost extra, via the $649.99 TruePet bundle
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