The transparent dirt compartment also feels like it could break if dropped. Overall, the parts are easy to assemble and take apart since there are clips on each piece. Unfortunately, switching between the upright and handheld configurations is somewhat difficult as it's a bit of a struggle to remove the vacuum from the main head. The Shark Navigator Lift-Away vacuum is mediocre to maintain.
There are a few parts that need maintenance, and they're not all easy to access. Dirt compartment: You can empty the dirt compartment from the bottom, or you can open it from the top to clean out dust that gets trapped inside the lint screen.
Brushroll: The brushroll doesn't come off but you can still access it. You can use a coin, flathead screwdriver, or anything flat to open the cover, which doesn't come off completely, but you can still lift it.
Since it can't be removed, the brushroll is a bit harder to clean than some other brushrolls. Thankfully, this vacuum has a self-cleaning brushroll that helps reduce the amount of hair that gets tangled, though some can still get stuck. Pre-motor filters: There are two pre-motor filters: a foam filter and a felt filter that are accessible underneath the dirt compartment. They need to be cleaned with water every three months. You should clean it once a year with water.
You must air dry any part that's washed with water for at least 24 hours before using it again. This vacuum has virtually no recurring costs, as long as its parts are well-maintained. However, you may need to buy replacement filters if the pre-motor or HEPA filters get damaged. In the vacuum's manual, it suggests cleaning it once a year, but in the HEPA filter's product description on their website, it suggests replacing it every six months. These results reflect the manual, so you should clean it once a year.
The Shark Navigator Lift-Away vacuum is decently easy to store. It stands up quite well on its own, and there's space on the vacuum to put the crevice tool and soft bristle brush. The Shark Navigator Lift-Away has a good dirt compartment. It's quite large, and there's a line that indicates when it's full.
Shark Navigator Lift-Away vacuum Main head with brushroll Wand Hose with handle Dirt compartment Crevice tool Soft bristle brush attached to crevice tool Upholstery tool Hard bristle brush attached to upholstery tool Pre-motor filters Post-motor filter already inside vacuum User guide.
This vacuum has a disappointing range. If you're vacuuming in a big room, you might have to change plugs to clean the whole room. The Shark Navigator Lift-Away vacuum has decent portability.
It's a bit heavy, but there's a carrying handle that makes it easier to move between rooms. The vacuum has three surface type adjustment settings: Off, Hard Floor, and Carpet.
You can also slightly adjust the suction power with a slider on the handle of the vacuum. Opening the slider lets some air out, decreasing the suction power by a bit. There are a few tools that come with the Shark Navigator vacuum.
The hard bristle brush is attached to the upholstery tool on the left in the picture above and the soft bristle brush is attached to the crevice tool on the right. There's also an extension wand, which gives you more reach. Note that it's a bit difficult to take the soft bristle brush off from the crevice tool. You can use the Shark Navigator Lift-Away either in an upright position or as a semi-handheld with the hose and wand attached. The Shark Navigator vacuum has a superb performance on bare floors.
It has no problem clearing pet hair or small debris like rice, and it sucks up almost all large debris like cereal. Its performance remains consistent as the dirt compartment fills, which is great. Also, with the suction control slider open all the way, it still performs similarly.
Still, if you're looking for a comparable vacuum with even better performance on this kind of surface, you may want to consider the Shark Rotator Lift-Away ADV.
The Shark Navigator Lift-Away has an excellent performance on low-pile carpet. It clears pet hair easily and still sucks up an excellent amount of debris like sand and baking soda. Similar to when it's used on bare floors, its performance remains consistent as the dirt compartment fills. The Shark Navigator Lift-Away has an impressive performance on high-pile carpet.
It has no problem cleaning pet hair, and even though it clears slightly less debris than on low-pile carpet or bare floors, its performance is still consistent as the dirt compartment fills.
The Shark Navigator vacuum is okay to maneuver. The rotating head makes it easier to navigate, but the bulky shape of the vacuum and dirt compartment makes it hard to clean tight spaces or underneath furniture. Thankfully, there's a crevice tool and hard bristle brush included. There's also an upholstery tool, which is useful for cleaning furniture.
Unfortunately, it's a bit hard to move this vacuum around wires as you need to lift it over them, and it's a bit heavy. There are a few similar variants with different included parts, which are listed below. We expect all these variants to perform comparably in tests. Note that you can purchase any extra tools on Shark's website.
If someone comes across a variant not listed here, let us know in the discussions and we'll update our review. The Shark Navigator Lift-Away is a versatile corded upright vacuum that can be used in a handheld configuration. Even though it doesn't perform as well as the Dyson Ball Animal 2 on bare floors or carpet, it has a great overall cleaning performance, and the handheld mode lets you more easily vacuum stairs or your car.
It also comes with an allergen-trapping HEPA filter and has virtually no recurring costs. See also our recommendations for the best vacuums for hardwood floors , the best multi-surface vacuums , and the best bagless vacuums. The Navigator Lift-Away is a little lighter, comes with a wider assortment of tools, can be maneuvered more easily, and delivers superior performance on all surface types.
Meanwhile the NV has a marginally longer power cord and vacuum hose. The Navigator has a bigger dirt compartment, a lighter construction, and superior performance on low and high-pile carpet, especially when cleaning fine debris like baking soda. That said, the Rotator is better-built, easier to maintain, and has a longer power cord and vacuum hose. It also clears more debris on bare floors. The Navigator has much better performance on bare floors, it's more maneuverable, and it's lighter to hold.
That said, the Rotator has a somewhat better performance on low-pile carpet, it has a slightly bigger dirt compartment, and it has a longer range. The Shark performs much better on all surface types and it's easier to maneuver.
Also, the dirt compartment is bigger, and there are fewer recurring costs. Both vacuums perform similarly on bare floors but the Dyson has a better performance on carpet. It's also easier to maneuver, it comes with more tools and brushes, and it has a much better range.
However, since the Shark can be used in a handheld configuration, it's better suited for cleaning stairs and cars. The Navigator has a much better performance on carpet, and it's lighter to hold in your hand, which makes it better-suited for stairs or cleaning cars. It also does a much better job at picking up pet hair on any type of surface.
However, the APEX has a better performance on bare floors, a longer range, and a better build quality. The Shark has better performance on all surface types, it comes with a soft bristle brush, and it can also be used in a handheld mode. However, the Hoover has a better range, the dirt compartment is a bit bigger, and it comes with a turbo brush. The Shark incurs virtually no recurring costs, has a larger dirt compartment, and delivers superior performance on all surface types.
You can also lift the pod away from its body and use it in a more portable semi-handheld configuration. The ION has a better performance on bare floors and stairs, while the Navigator is better-suited for cleaning carpets. The ION is a cordless stick vacuum, so it has better maneuverability and, as long as there's still battery life left, its range is virtually unlimited.
That said the Navigator has a bigger dirt compartment, and it has practically no recurring costs. A few users note that the hose can feel stiff and difficult to extend.
Others say they find it difficult to keep the accessories attached in the designated places on the upright unit.
Even with their issues, though, they note this Shark has super suction and cleaning power to cover all their flooring needs. If you live in a pet-friendly household but are still determined to pick up as much pet hair, not to mention other debris, as possible, then the Shark Rotator Lift-Away TruePet Upright Vacuum is an excellent choice. This is a corded model in order to give you the power you need to pick up that hair that manages to stick to just about everything.
You get Watts of energy and 30 feet of cord. This model also comes with an extra-large dustbin, so there is no problem with it filling up as you give your entire house a deep clean. It works on both carpets and hard floors with the flick of a switch, which adjusts the brush to work on both surfaces. Despite being relatively large and corded, this model comes with the accessories you need to get into every nook and corner of your home.
You can detach the arm to reach high up on blinds or right into corners and behind furniture. You can also detach the dustbin cannister to make the machine more transportable and easily clean furniture and stairs. The dynamic swivel steering also makes it easy to maneuver in general. As this vacuum is designed to deal with pet hair and the dander allergens that go with it, it uses anti-allergen complete seal technology and a HEPA filter to ensure you will breathe easier after every clean.
If you are dealing with any particularly stubborn pet hair infestations, try the pet power brush that comes as standard. This vacuum cleaner is ideal if you like to give your home a professional and heavy duty clean on a regular basis, and especially if you are dealing with pet hair.
Buy direct from Shark for a seven-year limited warranty. If your flooring transitions frequently from solid to carpet and back again, consider using this Shark to cover both with good cleaning power. The brush head is designed to perform deep cleaning on carpets , gentle cleaning on solid floors , and shut off completely if needed.
While the weight is not light, the structure of this vacuum makes it easy to carry between floors in your home. The air filtering system includes two in-process filters and a HEPA filter to remove allergens and dust. Swivel steering moves around furniture legs and into corners. The Lift-Away handheld system utilizes the wand handle, a shorter hose, and multiple head attachments.
These pick up dust off the furniture and cobwebs from the ceiling corners, and used with the smallest attachments, conquer carpeted stairs effectively. Reviewers note the suction is great on all surfaces. It requires storage space for the upright and all of the accessories. Overall, though, it is the best for those of us wanting one vacuuming solution for varied floor surfaces. If you want to vacuum without touching the vacuum , this Shark robotic system will be your treat.
It vacuums pet hair and removes it from the brush head without your intervention. It also does a good job on larger pieces of debris like crumbs or leaves.
Its low profile means it can get under the sofa and chairs too. Moving the robot from floor to floor in the house is a manual process. Users love the cleaning suction this unit provides but note that an average single story might require two passes with a charge in between to get the job done. It returns to the place it stopped vacuuming when it recharges. This is a corded 30 feet stick unit with detachable handheld flexibility built in.
The dust cup and motor can be plugged into the motorized attachments for mini cleaning power with strong suction. One DuoClean brush head performs deep cleaning on carpets and rugs , while the softer brush picks up larger pieces of debris and dust on solid floors. The toggle to change between the two is a floor switch.
It comes with a short list of accessories that meet most common cleaning needs. Note that it comes with different accessories, depending on which model number you buy.
The HV has the full set of everything. This Shark is known to be quieter than a regular vacuum with a foot-wide brush head to get the job done quickly. It maneuvers easily over relatively flat surfaces. The handle folds down to stretch under furniture. It is not designed for deep cleaning or major debris in thick pile for that, look into a shag carpet friendly vac. If you need to sweep up light messes frequently throughout the day, this can accomplish the task with ease, as long as you empty the dust cup regularly.
The power plug can be a challenge, since it is a small port and it sometimes difficult to seat it correctly. Reviewers say it maintains a great charge to cover a square foot space.
We all have a need for a handheld with multiple attachments like this Shark. Its light weight and ease of handling encourages its use for upholstery in the house or the car, with special attention for pet fuzz with the mini motorized head. The hose can extend your reach, or you can keep the head on the unit for maximum suction. The cord is 15 feet long , which some might find to be too short to reach those out of the way places. Add the hose to that length, though, and you will probably find it to be adequate.
Because this is a handheld unit, the dust cup is small , though it does empty over the trash with a press of a button. Vacuuming stairs is another area where this Shark shines, since it is easily portable for the long climb and crevice tool for the corners. While it does not have a sealed air system, the filters are washable , making it easy to keep them clean and help with overall air quality.
Suction is good for such a little machine. Some users were not satisfied with the suction level, though, and found the brush head difficult to keep clean. As a partner to a larger full-sized machine, this handheld does a good job filling its niche in the Shark product line. As in any budget vacuum model, this Shark is a stripped down version of some of the larger cordless uprights in the brand line.
It does have some big advantages, though, including the fact that it is rechargeable four hours to a total charge and provides a decent version of most major features. Suction is adequate for most basic needs.
Users do note that the suction works well for common carpet messes and dusty floors. However, if you plan to clean up landscape bark, cat litter or dry cereal spills, it may spit out some pieces rather than pick them up. The head swivels independent of the upright body, a feature some like for its maneuverability and others find annoying. The brush head is easy to remove, clean and reinstall, as is the washable filter.
Reviewers note that keeping the brush clean is important , because a hair-clogged brush will pick up nothing.
It does a good job on dust as long as the dust bin is not overfilled. The Shark Rocket Pet Pro is designed for cleaning stubborn messes that are difficult to clean off carpets. The battery is removable, so you can charge it whether it is inside or outside of the appliance. The watt motor inside the unit runs at 8. Lastly, the vacuum has a self-cleaning brushroll with Dirt Engage technology that cleans up long and fine pet hair on any type of surface.
It is a handheld vacuum cleaner suitable for cleaning car upholstery and couches. It will remove dust, pet hair, dirt, and crumbs off of any type of fabric. It also has a detachable dust cup, so you can clean the vacuum out easily when it gets full. It has a docking station for faster charging times.
This handheld Shark vacuum weighs 1. Shark positions its vacuum brand as the high quality, price-sensitive competitor in the market compared to Dyson , others. Design features have improved steadily over the years, on par with or exceeding those of other more expensive manufacturers. You have a model for any conceivable use and most cover multiple functions. Cleaning carpet and hardwood is a constant standard, but then so are cleaning up after pets and destroying allergens. Even within the Shark brand, some units are better than others for specialized needs.
Most of these warrior machines cover a lot of ground-in dirt with ease. Just ask Consumer Reports' experts and subscribers. For starters, Shark counts more than two dozen recommended models in our ratings.
In its categories of bagless, corded stick, and handheld vacuums, Shark swims with—if not always ahead of—the likes of Bissell, Dyson, Hoover, and Kenmore. The results suggest that a mere 11 percent of folks who have a Shark upright will experience a breakage by the third year of ownership—less than half the breakage rate of popular brands Hoover and Eureka.
Compare that with 21 percent for Hoover and 22 percent for Dyson. Shark stood out here as well: In uprights, 53 percent of Shark owners were completely satisfied, second only to Miele 65 percent. In stick vacs, Shark edged out both Dyson and Hoover in satisfaction. That's an impressive combo of kudos—performance, reliability, and owner satisfaction—especially given that Shark vacuums are competitively priced. Three compete for the top slot in their category, and the other two are very good specialty models.
Upright vacuums are by far the most popular type. More than seven in 10 adults report owning one, and more than eight in 10 owners say they would purchase one again, according to Mintel. Bagless versions spare the hassle and cost of replacement bags, but the mess of emptying their bins can be a concern if you have asthma or allergies. It also does the job on carpet, and it conveniently converts from an upright to a handheld canister with the touch of a button.
This Shark performs similarly to its top-scoring brandmate.
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