Shark Pet Pro Review/Tests/Comparisons
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- čas přidán 17. 09. 2019
- In this review of the Shark Navigator Zero-M Pet Pro upright vacuum we highlight what we like and what we don’t like. We also discuss the different models of Pet Pro. See it on Amazon: amzn.to/2U9YY6Q
See our Shark Pet Pro written review: vacuum-cleaner-advisor.com/Sh...
The start by highlighting the many things we like about our Pet Pro and the first thing is the suction control slider. We like this feature as it allows you to reduce suction under the cleaner head and also at the end of the handle or wand. We provide an example by showing how reduced suction at the end of the handle allows you to vacuum more delicate materials.
The second thing we like about the Pet Pro is the large dust canister and we compare the size of the Pet Pro dust canister to that of two other Shark Zero-M vacuums, namely the Navigator ZU561 and the APEX. The large dust canister on the Pet Pro allows you to vacuum for long periods without having to stop and empty it.
The Pet Pro, along with a host of other Shark vacuums, performed well in our carpet tests when tackling small-to-medium sized debris like ground fruit loops, flax seeds, chili flakes, and split green peas. The vacuum also performed well when we tested it on all manner of debris (small/medium/large) on our tile floors.
We like the Zero-M Technology, or what Shark sometimes refers to as a self-cleaning brushroll. We explain how the technology works and also take apart an APEX cleaner head to show the different parts of the technology. We then run our Pet Pro over long black human hair as well as short white pet hair and show that no hair is left on the brushroll.
The hose on the Pet Pro is quite long when compared to the hoses on many of our other Shark uprights. We show the hose reach on a few of our Shark uprights including the Pet Pro. We measured the reach (to the end of the wand) on the Pet Pro at 10 ft and 7 inches before the vacuum was pulled over. This is, in our opinion, quite reasonable and it makes working with the hose/wand/tools easier.
The Pet Pro is a good choice if you or someone in your family suffers from asthma or allergies. The vacuum has both a HEPA filter and a sealed system. A HEPA filter removes the likes of dust mites, tobacco smoke, mold spores, etc. from the air. However, a HEPA filter on its own will not guarantee quality air because unfiltered air may escape the vacuum before being filtered - through poor seals or cracks. However, a vacuum with a sealed system does not allow unfiltered air to escape the vacuum and will exhaust properly filtered air.
We also tested the vacuum for noise output. We placed a digital noise level meter 3 ft in front of the cleaner head with the brushroll on and we recorded the peak decibel level. We did this for several vacuum cleaners and the Pet Pro was the quietest of the bunch.
On the downside, the Pet Pro ZU62 has a 25 foot power cord which is, in our opinion, a bit short. We have found in our 12 years of reviewing vacuums that owners tend to get a bit grumpy when their power cord is under 30 feet in length. They do not like having to seek out power outlets frequently while trying to vacuum.
We find that the vacuum feels a little heavy when you are moving it on carpet. It weighs 16 lbs which by today’s standards is perhaps a little above average. Moving the Pet Pro back and forth is ok but when turning it on carpet you do feel a little bit of resistance. We show the movement on carpet of the Pet Pro, the APEX, the ZU561, and the NV752 (which is the easiest of all the vacuums to move and maneuver).
Unfortunately there is only room on-board the vacuum for three tools despite the fact that the unit comes with three tools. So one tool must be left behind when you are cleaning.
We also noticed that the Pet Pro struggled with larger debris (fruit loops) on our low pile carpet. We show cleaning passes with the ZU561, the APEX and the Pet Pro. You can see in our tests that the Pet Pro leaves more fruit loops behind than the other vacuums.
We wish that the vacuum had headlights but it does not. We also wish that it came with the popular lift away feature. We discuss the lift away feature, show how it works, and also describe the difference between “powered lift away” and “lift away”.
Finally we provide a quick summary of the pros and cons (likes and dislikes).
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This vacuum cleaner has been a game changer🌼 It works extremely well and much less expensive that those other vacuum cleaners. It has been fantastic and I can’t say enough! My house has never been cleaner.
Excellent review and help explain vacuum. I spent over 4 hours reviewing these vacuums on my own and you helped me tremendously make a final decision! Thank you!
Hi Carolyn. Really glad that you found the review useful.
I feel old after watching such a thorough review and enjoying it. LOL, It certainly has helped with making a decision about purchasing this vacuum. Thanks!
A firm handshake to you, sir, for this thorough review. I’m not prone to hyperbole but I must say you might be best the best at what you do - the Wayne Gretzky of vacuum reviewers. Because of you, I purchased the the NV752 and it’s an absolute dream. Thank again for sharing your wisdom.
Thank you so much, Been looking for info on this model, just ordered mine now.
Thank you for such a thorough review! I can't wait for my pet pro to arrive!
This is an exceptionally good review, you deserve so many more likes for this
Thanks Connor. Much appreciated.
Excellent video. Very well done! You gave alot of good insight into the different models and I was able to make a solid purchase decision. Going with the ZU62C!
Wow, thank you for the in depth comparison, extremely helpful!
I agree with other commnets. I am impressed and appreciate how well you covered pros and cons of the vacuum and gave visiual displays for us to see. One other item I would add the the ZU62 as a do not like as compared to ZU561 is that if there is a problem with the brush roller on ZU62 you cannot replace. The ZU561 has removable head
Thank you. Looking forward to mine arriving now. I seconded guessed my decision before I watched this and read all the comments.
Great video. Very informative and detailed I really enjoyed it!
I agree with a previous commenter - this is an exceptional review. I have long hair and am sick to the back teeth with having to wrestle it off rollers or cutting it off rollers. I was looking at the Shark ZU62 as there were recommendations online re human hair and how well this vacuum deals with it. I was still sceptical. I'm convinced now that the Shark ZU62 6:32-7:05 is the one for me *subscribed* thank you!!
You're the man! Best review on youtube hands down!!!!
I have the Shark Navigator nv150 and there are only two storage spots and three tools. I slide the dusting brush over the end of the crevice tool and that works great. Good comparison thank you!
Just purchased this vacuum two days ago, used it in my bedroom and was surprised with how much it picked up; needless to say, my previous vacuum wasn't doing jack squat. I bought it at Best Buy after reading multiple reviews on the site, practically every review had something positive to say and slight drawbacks that shouldn't deter anyone from purchasing this vacuum. Looking forward to how it holds up for another couple months and/or years.
Hi hope you and your vaccum is doing good? If you can please let me know your review that would be really great.
Thank you so much
Cheers
THANK YOU for this extremely professional and thorough review. Excellent job!
Hi Elana. I'm glad you liked it.
Just ordered one thanks for the review!
Looks like having a long hose reach and having it carry power to the floor nozzle, are mutually exclusive.
It seems to me the longer hose is a good alternative to the lift away feature. It should perform well in a single story home without stairs. Good video!
This was very helpful. Thank you
I bought this vacuum thanks in no small part to this excellent video review 👍 much appreciated !
Hey Brandon. Really glad you found the video helpful.
Hiw are you liking it
I bought mine at walmart, it's the shark navigator nv150 model. I think this vacuum is the most similar to mine that I can find on CZcams.
My friend has the dyson dc 25 that I use to clean his house with. I like everything about the shark way more than dyson, even down to the simpler design.
Hey Vacuum Advisor can you please one day review the Bissell Pet hair eraser model 1650A?
I recently got this vacuum and LOVE it! 😁
Brooke Ceslak it must be a pain that it’s is not powered lift away?
@@madtitan1779 not at all, for me anyways. I grew up with a vacuum that was waaaay heavier and nowhere near as nice as nice one. So maybe I'm just grateful I have a vacuum 🤷♀️. The thing I love most is no hair in the brush roll! 😁
@@brookeceslak exactly!
Grew up with a crappy vacuum cleaner?
Luxury!!
We lived in a shoebox on the side of the road.
Thanks for this in depth review. I’ve viewed most of your shark vids in my research. Very informative! Which would you suggest for mostly carpet/pet hair? This or the Apex duo with Zero M? A direct compare video perhaps? Thanks again.
Best vacuum I ever bought.
Top review. Thankyou very much...
Very professional and exactly what I needed. My only suggestion would be too speak up a bit. I had a hard time hearing.
sounds like a great vacuum
Thank you for your review, I have been buying a shark vacuum for years now.. my first one still works but I have given it away to my parents, the second I have been using it for work, but I think I will exchange my work one for Navigator and bring the other one home. Why in the world Shark didn't put lights on it is stupid?!?!
Which one would you recommend this one or the true pet nv752 for carpet and pet hair?........thank you!
The Zu60 has a regular crevice tool with no brush on it i wish they would have kept that
This guy is the BOb Ross of vacuums
This is the only vacuum i’ve ever bought that does what it claims. I’m surprised it’s quieter than their more expensive models.
I used to have one, I sold it because I hate shark machines but it cleaned hard floors okay but wouldn't get the fine dirt out of my low pile carpet on max suction, excellent review though.
Would you reccomend the zu 62 over the 752?
I have the shark rotary power pet vacuum and I love it. However today it will not stay powered on unless I hold the silver power on button the whole time I’m vacuuming. Not fun! I cleaned it, cleaned the brush, etc....it works fine IF I hold the button down, which is extremely hard with some arthritis in my hands ☹️ What in earth could be causing that? It lights up when I push the button...I lower the handle and the brush engages, but it shuts off unless the button is pushed down. Any ideas?????
Have you had issues with hose cracking were bend is or L shape ? Have a NV651 and hose broke in half poorly designed can't decide to stay with shark or try Dyson stick or ball vacuum.
So that filter will help not allowing things back in air
I'm trying to decide between this and the navigator zero m lift away. I have 4 dogs, 3 of them have long hair and a cat with long hair 😅 my terrible carpets in our rental are fairly high pile shaggy mess. In some rooms we have hard floors too. You can imagine I vacuum a lot 😅 basically every day now.
Is the larger bin size and longer hose worth not having headlights and lift away? If I had lift away I only see myself using it for our cars but who knows might be something you only miss once you've had it.
I have the red one.
Just got it.
Haven't got it out the box yet.
Just about to.
How many amps does the zu62 have?
the 17 dislikes are Bissell owners
Its no a powerhead? , I purchased one and the brush doesn't spin when you power on
Mine stopped working. It turns on but it’s not picking up anything but it sounds like it was clogged but can’t seem to find where it’s clogged. (I cleaned everything and since then it stopped working)
Red vacuum hose releases towards the bottom to give you longer reach. FYI
How about ZU621 ?
Hey, one question, since you got all these vacuums, does the nozzle on the apex with zero m fit the nv752? I have the bigger version of the nv752, but really don't want to buy a replacement head with the old style brush if I don't have to.
Just tried it. Nope - it doesn't make an electrical connection so the APEX cleaner head is not powered when on the NV752.
How does this compare to the Shark Vertex or Shark Stratos?
How did you get it turn on at 02:19??
Is there any negative to the DuoClean head that would make a Shark vacuum without DuoCleam preferable?
That's a good question. We have several DuoClean vacuums and like them. Offhand, I do notice that the brushrolls are linked, so when the soft brushroll is spinning in hard floor mode (it cannot be turned off) then the bristled brushroll is also spinning and some people may not want brushrolls spinning on their hard floor (if they have delicate flooring for example). Also, if you get Zero-M technology because you don't want to deal with any hair wrap, that technology does not extend to the soft brushroll - which can get hair wrapped around it (this could be an issue for some who get both Zero-M Technology and DuoClean Technology). Some DuoClean machines feel a little hard to push forward on deep pile carpet but others do not - so not sure if we can contribute that to the Technology. Perhaps other folks have ideas or have had some issues with their DuoClean Technology?
9:21 SOLD!
most vacs have exaust filters
I was surprised that you didn't show the hair in the brush roll (at about 7 minutes into the video) after vacuuming it up to show if it did or didn't hang up in the roller. ??? Great video though, thank you. :)
Yes, it still somewhat wraps up.
Woah. Just noticed we have the same last name
Howdy from another Elbert family in Arizona.
Will this work on a shag rug with 2" pile?
In the review on our site we run it on 1 inch pile carpet and it does move - not great but not too bad (there is a 30 second video clip in the review (vacuum-cleaner-advisor.com/Shark-Vacuums/shark-pet-pro-review.html)). I have not tried this on 2 inch pile - that's pretty deep pile carpet.
how many filters does it use
It has 2 pre-motor filters and 1 post motor filter.
How about stairs? I just had a really hard time. There's got to be an easier way than what I just did.
Does this still work and is it reliable?
Good question. However I used it fairly infrequently after the review so I really can't provide an answer that lets you know about the vacuum longevity.
do you sell vaccums if you do I'd like to talk to you?
Nope - I just review them.
@@VacuumAdvisor I would like to contact you.
I wouldn't vacuum cereal. Would you vacuum a stick or a bunch of rocks? I think that is a bad idea. I think the review is great but the examples are perfect. If you did it with dry leaves or a bunch of hair, or dog hair maybe we can start there. Unless they all work the same then it wouldn't be much of a review. So that is why we need cereal to make it like that.
I think the C just means it's the Canadian model
I’ve no doubt that these are very good cleaners but I have to wonder why they are styled from the 1970s, they look so dated
Maybe it's an homage design?
Does it do toilet paper?
Mine just quit running while vacationing!! Won’t start again!!
was the filters maintained?
No idea. I found the vac stored in a closet. I look at the filters and they looked clean. It worked fine for about 10 minutes and quit!
You can tell this guy has a 9½ inch crevice tool. He's got big d energy.
Gee, a bigger dust canister you have to empty less frequent, and a smaller one you have to empty more...🤔, Brilliant deduction 👍
Wow, a snarky douch.ebag making commensurate comments who also likes BMW's. Such an original personality type. 😄
@@Triumph2024.
Yup a 2021 GS-1250, now go make me a sandwich 🥪😂
Oh my god, is this LOCK PICKING LAWYER??? If it’s not, then you, dear sir, have a auditory doppelgänger! Like the carbon into that HEPA filter, my mind is BLOWN🤯
Its not the best for carpet.