Best SHARK Vacuum 2022 - Upright Edition!
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Best Value for Mostly Carpets (Amazon): geni.us/7oPnmQ
🎉 UPDATE: Congratulations Shark for landing multiple Top Ten spots in our Best Vacuum Cleaner 2022 - Upright Edition! • Best Vacuum Cleaner 20...
Top Ten in Alphabetical Order:
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- Navigator Lift-Away NV352: geni.us/7oPnmQ
- Navigator Lift-Away ADV LA322: geni.us/dLCMlc
- Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe NV360: geni.us/LhxB78t
- Navigator Lift-Away Professional NV356E S2: geni.us/VMIA
- Navigator Lift-Away Speed ZU561: geni.us/fnYdcq
- Rotator Lift-Away ADV DuoClean LA502: geni.us/aSK8j
- Rotator Powered Lift-Away TruePet NV752: geni.us/ADAEuC4
- Stratos Powered Lift-Away AZ3002: geni.us/L7JkXj
- Vertex Powered Lift-Away AZ2002: geni.us/OKxjqp4
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Timestamps
00:00 Best Shark Vacuum 2022
00:40 Weight
00:59 Lift-Away
01:31 Dust Bins
01:45 Cord Length
01:54 LED Lights
02:04 Vacuuming Hair/Pet Hair
02:33 Power
03:22 Duo Clean Heads
04:29 Attachments
04:46 HEPA Filtration
05:10 Best Overall
05:43 Best Value: Hard Floors
06:04 Best Value: Carpets
Music: Autumn Waves by Rex Banner
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As someone who suffers from anxiety, it feels so good to be able to make such and important and expensive decision with confidence thanks to all the thought and hard work you put into this channel. Thank you so much!
That is fabulous to hear. Thank you so much.
I have Black Friday anxiety.
Get a grip. Sharks are terrible.
You really shouldn't have bought a Shark, they last about a year and parts don't exist for them
Lol is this why I am here too?😂
You literally think of everything! I was struggling and getting a little overwhelmed as to which vacuum to choose and I’m so glad you made a video making comparisons and breaking everything down, and essentially answering all the questions I had. Thank you for all the time and effort you put into your videos you help more than you know! 🤗
Thank you!
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I bought a Shark duo clean vacuum based on your channel reviews! I've never been happier. My parents have a pricier Miele canister vacuum, but I personally feel this does a great job. I'm always shocked how well it pulls dust and dog hair out of carpets and
Glad to hear you are happy with it!
Thank you! There are so many to choose from, it's a lot to weed through. I had come up with the same top choice based on my own research online and was happy to have it confirmed by someone who has actually tested all the vacuums.
I remember my mother having a heart attack when I told her I bought the shark Apex for close to $400 and her telling me to return it, and now 2 years later, now that I’m moving out and taking my vacuum, she wants to buy the same one 😂
You sold me on the apex and I’m glad you did, best vacuum I’ve used
Good to hear! Thanks!
Just got the NV352...the night before I opened it, I used a $100 stick vac we have and vacuumed for about a hour. The next day, I used the 352 and it was like I had never vacuumed the same areas before. I was really impressed with its power.
Glad you are happy with it!
Thank you for doing such thorough reviews. Your tests are exceptional and very helpful.
I got the vertex based on your reviews about 2 years ago. We have all hard floors except the stairs. The vertex is amazing
Good to hear that you are happy with it! Thank you!
Great video. Thanks especially for pointing out that the duo clean heads may not be ideal if you have mostly carpets...Spending more may not always get you the best product for your "use case".
This was an eye opener for me as I had been looking at the premium vacuum with the duo clean, and I'm glad I did research and found i didn't need to spend 300 or more. Although I hate having to clean the rollers due to hair build up
As a self employed housekeeper for ten years, I have always appreciated your reviews.
Way to go! and thank you!
I bought the Shark Stratos based on your reviews and the price, buying directly from Shark. They had the best price around on the Stratos which helped with my decisioning. This vacuum performs better than any vacuum that I have ever owned. I already had a Shark that I've owned for 25 years that I was using upstairs, and a Bissel Velocity for the downstairs area. Neither of them perform close to the Stratos. Even though the old Shark is still running strong, it lacked the newer technology and didn't have the performance that the newer ones do. Thank you for the service that you are providing, it has been a great help to me in choosing my new vacuum. In fact, I am considering purchasing another one for my upstairs so that I don't have to carry the new Stratos up and down the steps.
So good to hear you are happy with it! Thanks for commenting!
I am addicted to your channel. Just moved into a larger house and have purchased several new vacuums - hardwood floor, carpet, pet clean-up, cordless, automotive...
Why?
@@TheLololol111 Because I can? I have some for upstairs (carpeted areas) and downstairs (hardwood), pet stains, automobiles, cordless, etc.
It's really good to hear that these videos have helped you out. Thank you very much!
@@VacuumWars hey I have a question I am trying to buy the Shark Vertex Pro cordless here in the UK and there is an exact same model but with this name Shark anti hair wrap lift away cordless vaccum , without the (Vertex Pro) name but look identical and have the same functionalities is there a name difference because of the country or what? Can you please please help
@@davidflorence3510 which ones did you settle for? Are you happy with them or highly recommend any of them?
My old Shark died yesterday after 13 years, so searched you out. On my way to purchase the Stratos, based on your reviews. Thanks!
You are ☝️ awesome dude!! Making videos of vacuums that I’ve always questioned all the time. I really like this video. Thank you so much. 🙏
This would be the third time you have seriously narrowed down my shopping list. Love the methodology.
Yay! Thank you!
Great video - thank you! I was wondering if any of you know if any of these models have LED lights in the handle also (when you're using the attachments). I had this feature on an older Shark vac i had and LOVED it.
Thank you! We are shopping for a new vacuum right now as out DC41 Dyson finally died. We knew we wanted a Shark but we’re kinda overwhelmed with all the choices. A Vertex it is!
Thanks for the helpful videos. I'm looking to get a new vacuum mostly for carpet, and was wondering if the deep cleaning performance of the duoclean was better with the older zero m like the nv771, or if you still prefer the navigator design. Thanks!
I never buy a vacuum without checking your video reviews first! I have not been disappointed yet! ♥️
Yay! Thank you!
I LOVE your videos!!!
I recommend your channel to anyone and everyone. Thank you for taking your time and being so organized and detailed!!! I’m a FT working mom with 4 kids we homeschool and little help- time is not on my side lol. So thank you!
You are so welcome!
Thank you for taking the time to test and rank these. Too many choices stresses me out!!
Glad to help!
Thank you so much for this! I was feeling totally overwhelmed with vacuum choices, and this video made it so understandable!
Glad it was helpful!
Great videos, love the channel! Which one would you recommend for carpeted stairs?
I spent a month in a candlewood suites here in Dallas and turned on the house keeping ladies onto vacuum wars and they love it. Thanks
That's amazing! Thanks!
@@VacuumWarsI was checking out there Bissell with a super long cord and they probably wondered why is this guy checking out our vacuum. Vacuum wars baby!!!!!
Awesome video! I've been so confused about which Sharks have which features and which features I really need...and your charts made it to easy. Thank you!
Nice! Thanks!
Please review the Tineco vacuums including the new S15 Pro. There are so many to choose from. It's hard to tell the differences. Love your vids btw!
Always amazing videos those are short and to the point.
Not like other reviewers who will stretch videos to gain CZcams ad revenue.
Thank you for such a comprehensive comparison. Here in the UK, the most powerful motor on a corded Shark seems to be 800W. Is this just a limitation for the 240V market or am I missing something? I have the AZ950 which looks to be a 750W version of the US Apex and it's great but I can't help but think how much better that extra power would be!
Thank you for explaining difference between lift away vs powered lift away. I was confused.
Happy to help!
I bought a $600 Shark & a $600 Dyson at same time. I prefered using Shark but it quit over a year ago and repair shop said it needed new motor. Dyson is still running.
Can you start testing how vacuums do with hay pickup? I got a Vertex DuoClean because of your channel and I love it, but then we ended up getting a pet rabbit and the hay around the carpet and floor practically makes it useless now lol. It clogs so easily if it picks up a strand of hay, we’ve had to switch to carpet sweepers before vacuuming the area. It would be nice to see if certain vacuums don’t clog as easily with small animal hay as others.
Thanks for these awesome test/videos. I'm about to purchase the Shark Stratos but wanted to ask you before I purchase... Does this leave carpet vacuum lines? The suction and lines are what I'm looking for. Thanks so much!
I really love the shark vacuum. It cleans great!
Excellently done as usual! Vertex is my fave! Got the cordless and corded versions... just wish Shark would get out together with batteries! Thanks!
try the Lupe....i love my shark but lupe is far superior
Love the videos! What is the difference between the shark cu510/520 series vs the nv series?
Supremely helpful review. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent video! Thank you very much! Only wish you had added noise level for each vacuum.
Can confirm my NV352 is an amazing vacuum. Love your channel!
Awesome! Thank you!
The best comparison ever! Thank you
Wow, thank you!
I have high pile carpet (over 1/2 in high) I’m curious which vacuum would be best for this? Most vacuums are very difficult to push across tall thick carpet.
Love your channel!! Can't wait for your review of the new cordless stick vacuum with the combined soft brush/fin brush - Shark® Cordless Pro with Clean Sense IQ!
What’s the equivalent model name of Shark Performance UV850 available at Costco? Is it similar to Vertex? If not, where does it stand in your scoring?
Thanks for doing all the research! Makes my life easier.
You bet! Thank you for watching!
Remember when a person could walk into a store and simply buy a vacuum without concern toward quality or longevity because vacuum companies prided themselves on quality? Yup, I'm dating myself. I have an 11-year-old Sharp Navigator that has given me zero problems, even though I don't maintain it as it deserves. I used to raise cats on a professional basis and at times would have north of 30 cats but my Navigator kept my Cattery hair and dust-free. A few of my cats and kittens would even lie down asking for a vacuum grooming! It worked its little fingers to the bone! I can't even guess at the mileage on those now squeaky wheels! Presently, I'm retired and down to just five retired show cats, all long-hair and my Navigator is still keeping us presentably clean; however, the hose on the wand has finally cracked, sporting a bandage of camo duct tape, and even though a replacement is available, it will cost almost $50.00. I figure with a $50.00 replacement cost, that is $50.00 off toward a new Shark. But, boy howdy! So many choices! I have spent the past several days, and some nights, reviewing Shark after Shark, which is how I found your site. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Your wonderful reviews and demos have immensely helped this old lady narrow the field toward making a purchase. I haven't quite decided on a model, so I'll be back as I continue narrowing down an immense field of choices! I have medium pile carpeting, poor eyesight, making LED lights desirable, looking for a powered Lift-Away, no hair wrap design, something that price can be managed with a SS check, and maybe a handsome gentleman tucked away in the box for this lonely widow? lol
Again, thank you!
Awesome!!! Thank you so much! I hope you find your perfect vacuum!
Hi! I ❤️your reviews and I’m currently looking for the best vacuum for hard floors & carpet. My house is literally1/2 carpet & 1/2 hard floors. I’m wondering what you would do if you were me. Would it be best to buy 2 vacuums - the best for hard floors and the best for carpet or is there one you recommend if you have equal amount of carpet and hard floors. If you have time to respond, thanks, if not I do understand.
Just bought a stratos, pretty happy with it! Feels plasticity, but I suppose all vacuums feel like this these days? Still vacuums great!
Appreciate the through work. I recently purchased uplight based on your old review. It checked all the boxes for me except being a bit heavy for my liking. This is my third vacuum purchase after watching your reviews (previous ones are Shark Apex Duoclean Zero M and Bissell featherlight). I got shark apex upright because I wanted to do a thorough cleaning once in a while instead of solely rely on dyson v8. I like uplight the best so far being lighter weight than upright, hepa filter and strong suction. That being said I think shark discontinued this model and I don’t know why. I feel like there is so little option in the market for corded stick vacuum with hepa filter that’s 10lbs and under yet there is plenty cordless hepa filter stick vacuum options that weights much less. A periodic showdown among corded stick vacuums would be appreciated as well.
Good feedback and thank you!
I was so overwhelmed purchasing our first vac and this video showed up right on time!
So good to hear that! Hope it helped!
@@VacuumWars yes, sure did!
Great video, I bought the vacuum that you recommended and it was great! Keep it up
Hope you enjoy it! Thank you!
That was so helpful. ❤
Glad you think so! Thank you!
We just purchased a LA322 and really like it but it has a flaw I was hoping you could help me with. When vacuuming dust gets past part of the seal on the top of the canister. When you snap the top cover to the canister it has a little play allowing a little dust to escape. Is there anyway I can fix this myself?
I’m a house cleaner, I own the LA322 vaccum and it’s pretty amazing. It still works perfectly fine after 1.5 years. I just bought the vertex vacuum for houses that have lots of hard floors. Hope it’s as good as my other vaccum
That is awesome! We hope you are happy with it too!
Updates??
@@AllAboutPurple love my vertex! And got the pet pro stratos and it’s awesome too!
@@angie9532
Thanks 😊👍🏾
I’ve been a hardcore bagged vacuum user for a long time. But I found the NV752 model on sale at my Walmart for $99 and was like well I’ll give it a try. I find it to be a good overall cleaner. Though its dust bin is crippling small. And over the years it’s gotten very creaky and squeaky. But it’s been good to me for the 2 1/2 years I’ve had it. I still prefer my bagged vacuums, but this isn’t a bad bagless choice.
For $99 it sounds like you got your money's worth
Hi. Between Shark Stratos and Shark Vertex, what would you recommend the best for thick carpet, pet hair, and human hair?
Hell yea I’ve been looking for exactly this video from your channel!
Glad I could help!
Thank you so much for all your research.
My pleasure!
Bought the stratos based on your channel. I have hardwood/carpet. Awesome. Now I just need a good floor cleaner cause my steam mop don't cut it. Looking at tineco s5 steam because I always wondered why the floor cleaners don't include steam in them 🤔
can i ask what vac out of these would be best for a shag rug with a 2 1/2" pile? have you ever tested? i dont want to destroy the rug.. thanks
Hello can you do the Quantom X vaccuum with water filtration? Thanks!
I have mostly carpet and like your recommendation. which vacuum that’s similar with anti hair wrap?
I love my new Shark Vertex! Can’t recommend the vacuum enough. Sure, the filter gets dirtier quicker than my Dyson. But, I can deal with the monthly cleaning in exchange for lift away and duo clean.
Thanks for sharing!
awesome video!
I bought the ADV 502 based on your recommendation and I’m happy so far.
That is good to hear. Thank you.
YESSSS you did this video!THANK YOU😭😭😭😭🥰🥰
Wow Thank you!!!
Are there any shark vacuums that are truly self propelled. I bought a shark navigator and the suction is great but it's almost gripped to the carpet and difficult to push/pull.
What if you have 50/50 carpet vs hard floors but also pets?
Good question!
which is the best for washing floors and carpets? is there any vacuum with mopp function?
Awesome video!
Could you please review those alternative brand double soft rollers for handheld Dyson's (which are not the omni-glide)
They are sold in Amazon or websites like that.
Thaaaanks!
Love your videos. Anyone know where the UV725 etc UV model line sits?
Would the vertex be good for shag carpet? Everything gets lost in it. I have to shake it and it’s 8x12 so it’s not doable. Dyson can’t handle it.
What is the difference between ZU561 and AZ1000? Does one perform better on carpet vs the other?
What vacuum do you recommend for low pile, commercial like burbur carpet?
We have a NV 352. However we got new carpet that is higher pile and it is a struggle to vacuum even with the suction turned down. What’s your recommendation for higher pile carpet?
The Stratos has a lot more to offer than you're giving it credit for. There are a number of improvements it makes over the Vertex.
I've been watching your channel for a while now, and I wanted to comment to say something about your comparisons of the Vertex and Stratos. I've owned both the Shark Vertex and the Shark Stratos, and there are a number of differences aside from the odor cartridge that I think go unnoticed here. I'm writing this because aside from you and I, there are likely very few people who have owned both and used them extensively.
The first difference I've observed is the fact that the fins on the Stratos are designed to be more aggressive at getting smaller hairs (like cat hair) out of carpeting. This has been beneficial for me, since my apartment is mostly carpeted and I have 2 cats.
The second difference, and the main one in my opinion, is the design of the dust bin.
The Vertex has a dustbin that is similar to the NV352, where there is a top and bottom latch on the front of the dustbin to open the top and bottom lids respectively. There is also a main vortex with a mesh pillar filter in the middle and a vertical reservoir for dirt to fall into. This design has a habit of forming a secondary vortex in the front section when empty, and results in there being much more fine dirt and debris that makes its way to the foam and felt filters. The mesh pillar in the main vortex also catches longer hairs when vacuuming, and requires me to open the top lid and manually dislodge it.
The Stratos improves on the design of the dustbin by going with one similar to the NV360, but with a better dustbin release and dustbin emptying system. The design allows the vortex-forming portion to be raised more, and allows the dirt to fall into a much larger holding space. The design also improves the central mesh cone, forming it into a peak with an anti-hair-wrap design. While I've owned the Stratos, I have no longer had the problem of needing to manually dislodge my hair from the mesh pillar in the main vortex, and the foam and felt pre-filters are dirtied at a much slower rate than the Vertex.
Also the stratos’ powerfins brush roll has been redesigned to have little grooves for better hair pickup. The vertex (and all other sharks with powerfins) does not have these grooves.
@@josephv3649 True, I mentioned that in the 3rd paragraph
I'm on the fence been a Ball Animal and the Stratos. I have 50/50 carpet and tile and cats so I need something to really clean in there for the allergic people that come by. You have made this decision a hard one for again lol.
Thanks for your comparison. I couldn't find a good difference explained anywhere online other than the odor cartridge.
fine debris making it into the premotor filter is def an issue with my vertex, not loving the build quality either compared to the nv352 we've had for years.
Okay the question is...Which would you choose between the new Dyson ball animal 3 ($399) vs the Shark Stratos (Currently on sale for $299)??
is there a difference in the shark vertex AZ2000 and AZ2002? I see one listed cheaper on Amazon and was wondering what the dropoffs were from these models. Thank you
I love you vids, just wish you would test Rexair Rainbow Vacuums. I know they are in their own category when it comes to many things especially price, but I promise you some of their innovations are not just gimmicks. I really would like to know how they compare to the modern vacuum.
I bought a shark duoclean lift away and the belt inside shredded after a few uses. Are any of these easy to clean and take apart because the one I got was not. Even took out all the screws and it still was near impossible to take down.
Please do a review of the new Lydsto W2! Looks well built, maps the area, vacuums/mood, self cleans, even sterilises. All of that for good price. Only lacks cameras so can't avoid small objects like cables etc.
Hey Vacuum Wars need help picking an upright vacuum for mostly carpet that has anti hair wrap! What are your suggestions?
Can you do a review on the Dyson cinetic big ball animal allergy?
Thank you!
You're welcome!
question......does the shark stratos go forword by itself of the powered lift away mode, like how it does on the vertex?
I'm looking to get a LA401 with "PowerFin" on black Friday. Is this a decent model for a small house that has mostly carpet? I can't seem to find much info on this model. I have an original white and red classic model that I'm replacing
Super ! Thank you!
Would you have a stick comparison?
We have a recent "best cordless vacuum of 2023" video (czcams.com/video/ZMAHwJg-ISw/video.html) where we include all of the Shark cordless vacuums. Hope that helps!
@@VacuumWars it does thank you
Do they make a vacuum with the soft brush roller but also the no hair wrap system that would work on carpets? It's like they are moving away from vacuums that work on carpet.
Have used both the Apex and Vertex models and I think the Apex is better. The power fins on the Vertex deteriorate pretty quickly, but the bristles on the Apex last much longer. On the Vertex, you can’t remove the clear plastic cover on the beater bars and it gets really dirty and it’s difficult to clean. The Apex clear plastic cover comes off for easy cleaning. As well, the Apex hose/wand has another light which is super handy. Apex ftw
Good input. Thanks for sharing.
great video, thanks :)
Glad you liked it!
but what about if my housei s mostly carpert and a lot of women long hairs , what should I pick beside 352. is dyson animal 3 an option?
I was sure u was going to add the shark upright corded stick vac with duo brushes. I guess not bcuz it only have one power setting but it's still powerful
How well does the Vertex pick up fluffy cottony long cat hair? I just picked up a Shark LA455 Pet Pro DuoClean at Sam's Club on sale for $200. The soft front roller, just wads up the long fluffy cat hair into tight balls and leaves them all over the short pile carpet & area rugs. My 10yr old Shark NV500 Rotator does not do this, it picks up the long cat hair like a champ on all floor/carpet types. I'm just wondering since the Vertex has the same duo head as the $200 LA455, will it not pick up the cat hair? Or since it has a bigger motor & better suction does it do just fine? I want to have a vacuum on every floor of the house, getting too old to keep lugging my old Shark Rotator up & down the stairs.
Where do the ZU vacs fit on your scale?
Nice video man
Thanks!
I love my vertex! And I have almost all carpet. But it's hands down the best vacuum I have ever used. I would not want a vacuum without the dual heads - they are too useful!
It's great to hear you are happy with it!
@@VacuumWars Will you be doing a sebo review anytime soon?
Also not sure why some people are so anti shark - you probably know who they are.
Would you review the Shark NV586 target exclusive? Consumer Reports rates as their top performer.
Stratos or vertex for mostly tile floors? Thanks
Your videos are awesome
Thank you so much 😀
Please help me understand why the NV 352 is 15 inches across the front, while the others are about 12? Is this an error on the Amazon site? Thank yo.
You probably test so much stuff it would be hard to remember but if you can, what robot vacuum is better, the Ecovacs deebot N8 or the deebot Ozmo 920 ?
This video right here compares those deebots and some others: czcams.com/video/T5WycBr3Szc/video.html Hope that helps!
Hi. Thank you for the video. Based on your research, could you tell me which model is the best for carpet from the newer models (I'm interested in the new brush, since I deal with both long and short hair in a 95% carpeted house). Thank you!
Shark Rotator ZU632 Powered Lift-Away with Self-Cleaning Brushroll Upright Vacuum - would that be the best option for me? Thanks again! (I like the lights and the brush seem ideal? Sorry, I'm just confused and quite overwhelmed!). Thanks for the help!