Customer Ratings & Reviews

Light weight, suction is good for all surfaces and it self empties!

Cords on a vacuum can be a hassle. I’ve owned multiple vacuums with cords, and as a corded vacuum user, the worry that you might accidentally pull the plug or run over the cord is always at the back of your mind. Luckily, cordless vacuums exist to alleviate this anxiety. This is my first cordless vacuum, and wow, this one has certainly exceeded my expectations! There are some minor downsides to this cordless vacuum, but overall, this little guy is a beast. This is my review of the Shark – Detect Clean & Empty, Cordless Vacuum. *TLDR at the bottom ================== IN THE BOX/SET-UP: In the box, you get many parts to assemble. The floor nozzle, flex wand, and handheld vacuum are some of the items included with the vacuum. This cordless vacuum also comes with a dock to charge the vacuum and to empty the handheld vacuum dust cup. There are two attachments included as well: A crevice and upholstery tool. The assembly instructions are both on the box and in the owner’s guide. Setup took less than 15 minutes. The instructions are straightforward and to the point. I highly recommend charging the vacuum before first use. Outside the box, the battery level on the vacuum was around 50%. Once the vacuum is fully charged, it is ready for use! ================== BUILD QUALITY/DESIGN AND COMFORT: I’ve owned Shark products in the past, and they all have stood the test of time. I have a corded small Shark vacuum from 5 years ago, and it is still running great to this day. This cordless vacuum seems to be built well. Most of the vacuum is plastic to keep it lightweight. The floor nozzle, which is likely to sustain the most wear, feels sturdy. The only item I’m worried about is the lithium-ion rechargeable battery. Like most rechargeable batteries, the battery degrades over time, and eventually, the battery won’t hold a charge. It is hard to tell how long this battery will last, as it depends on many factors. But luckily, Shark does offer replacements for $90 when that replacement time comes. There is also a 2-year warranty for the battery and a 5-year limited warranty for the vacuum. Overall, this vacuum is built well! In terms of design and comfort, the vacuum is designed to be as comfortable and versatile as possible. It is lightweight and easy to handle, and comfortable to use in both floor vacuum and handheld modes. I love the ability of being able to easily switch to a handheld vacuum. There are hard-to-reach areas in my home, like in some corners or above tall cabinets, where handheld mode is useful to pick up all that packed dust. There’s also a mini clip to store the hand vac on the wand when not in use. The dock is amazing. It does not take up a lot of space, and it is designed to charge the vacuum and empty out the dust cup on the vacuum when you are done vacuuming. The dock also has an accessory storage compartment for the crevice tool. But a downside is that it looks like there is no storage compartment for the upholstery tool. I have been storing it in the slot where the dustbin’s handle is for now. Another downside is that the vacuum is top-heavy. Whenever you are not using it in between vacuuming sessions, you will need to find a place to lean it against, otherwise, it will tip over. Although this is an understandable design necessity and a fair trade-off to be able to use this vacuum without a cord. ================== PERFORMANCE: This little guy is powerful. Using the UI display on the vacuum, you can switch between 3 modes: Auto, Eco, and Boost. Auto mode does what’s best to optimize suction and power, Eco mode maximizes runtime and saves battery, and Boost mode maximizes suction but uses the most battery. I mostly vacuumed in auto mode, and this mode does a swell job at vacuuming both hard floors and some carpets. I have high pile, low pile carpets, and hard floors. On low pile carpet and hard floors, maneuvering this vacuum is easy. On the other hand, with high pile, it does get a little challenging to operate the vacuum. During turns, the little wheels tend to struggle, and I found myself sometimes lifting the vacuum. Keep this in mind if you have these carpet/floor types. I used Boost mode in my kitchen to pick up the small food scraps. Note, the vacuum does get louder in this mode. I didn’t use Eco mode a lot, but power is at a minimum in this mode. Sound is also noticeably quieter. I was most surprised by how much suction power this vacuum has for something of this size. In Auto mode, there are several features that assist the user in seeing how much power is being used and which side of the floor nozzle is being used. There is an LED light indicator on top of the floor nozzle. When the LED is blue, it indicates that no heavy debris is detected; when the LED is red, this indicates that heavy debris is being vacuumed up. Additionally, whenever an edge is detected, like the edge of a wall. The side of the floor nozzle that is touching the wall will boost in power. This can be seen when the LED light is lit up for the edge that you are vacuuming. Also, this is really meant for small to medium-sized apartments or homes. It would take a long time to vacuum a large home with a vacuum this size. The handheld vacuum and wand work great, too. I used mine to clean hard-to-reach areas and crevices, and it did an amazing job. I especially love the weight. This handheld vacuum is certainly more lightweight than some other vacuums I’ve used. Once you are finished, dock the vacuum to the dock, and click the little moon button on the dock. All your dust and debris in the vacuum’s dust cup will quickly proceed to be sucked into the dust bin. And just like that, your vacuum’s dust cup is empty. There is no need to hover over a trash can while hoping no dust gets into your nose. ================== CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE: Like any vacuum, this one also requires maintenance to keep it running well. Maintenance can be a hassle, but looking through what is needed for this vacuum, it doesn’t look like it is too time-consuming. On the vacuum itself, I have been emptying out the dust cup into the dock’s dust bin each time I am finished vacuuming. I have yet to fill up the dust bin on the dock, but according to Shark, the bin holds up to 30 days' worth of dust and debris. After a month or two, the vacuum’s dust cup and filter should be cleaned too. The filter must be rinsed with water only; soap is not recommended. The hand vac also has a HEPA filter that must be occasionally cleaned. There is no recommended schedule, but this filter is located on the side of the hand vac. The final filter is located on the dock which will also need to be cleaned regularly. Some other items that need maintenance are the floor nozzle and the sensors located on both the hand vac and the floor nozzle. This may seem like a lot, but realistically, one can get all of this done in less than an hour. ================== CONCLUSION/TLDR: Overall, this is an excellent cordless vacuum cleaner. It is meant for small to medium-sized apartments or homes due to its size. But don’t let its size fool you, it’s certainly powerful. This vacuum is on the pricier side, but if you are willing to bite, you will get a variety of premium features that come in higher-end Shark vacuums. The dock that works both as a charging station and a dust bin is great for easy clean-up after vacuuming. Auto mode senses what is on the floor, and the suction power will adjust to what is detected. Finally, this is a cordless vacuum; there is no need to worry about tripping over a wire or running over one. Battery life over time is a concern, but Shark does offer a 2-year warranty and replacements. If you are looking for a great cordless vacuum that is lightweight, has strong suction power, and is easy to maintain, I wholeheartedly recommend you give this vacuum a shot!

Really happy with the Shark Detect vacuum, it’s working great. Loving the auto empty canister feature which doubles as a stand/battery charger so it’s always ready when you need it. Highly recommend!

Exactly what I needed. Great for daily use, stairs, and those weird/hard corners. Gets the job done and is not too heavy. One of the best features is the auto emptying.

I bought this vacuum during a Black Friday special at Best Buy. I was hopeful this would be a good replacement for our LG stick vacuum given all the positive reviews I read about this particular Shark model. However, after using for a few days I ended up returning it. 1) The auto empty feature is a bit gimmicky in my opinion. Once you dock the stick vacuum, the contents are sucked down into the base. You're essentially just transferring the collected debris from one container to a larger container. I guess that might more convenient for some? But I actually found it annoying because it's quite loud and the suctioning lasts for awhile. I discovered that you can actually turn off this auto emptying feature but then you're just left with a "regular" stick vacuum. 2) The sensors used to detect the amount of suction needed require regular cleaning and maintenance. Seems obvious, but in practice how often do you want to be cleaning the various sensors on this thing to ensure it's working properly. 3) You don't have the option of turning off the roller brush head. I have a weird rug with tassels and other decorative pieces that would get tangled up in the roller brush. Other vacuums give you the option of turning off the roller brush. Bottom line, I wanted a simple yet effect vacuum that just sucked, in a good way. I didn't need any unnecessary bells and whistles like auto emptying or smart dirt detection. In the end, I got the RYOBI ONE+ HP 18V Cordless Advanced stick vacuum and I love it! Much simpler to use!

Works excellent!! Haven’t had any issues & the vacuum cleaner feature in the best when cleaning the entire house in one go!!

This cordless vacuum is lightweight, powerful, and very easy to use. It cleans floors and carpets well, and the battery lasts long enough for regular cleaning. Attachments are useful, and storage is convenient. Great choice for everyday cleaning.

It’s a great item , especially if you got it at a discount price. I got it on Black Friday. Love how light it is and the way you can maneuver it at will and how it detects the corners to get a better suction for those stubborn corners. The down fall of it , is the cup is super small. You’d think for price you’d get a larger cup. Overall, it’s a decent vacuum.

Best vacuum we ever owned, we have 3 vacuum on each floor , living in a 3 floor townhome this is most convenient one , because it automatically empties the debris, saving more time and energy for working families like us. Its affordable given the things this self emptying vacuum can do

The overall ease of use, weight, and maneuverability has made this an excellent addition for spot cleaning, cleaning couches, and vehicles. The base station that empties the vacuum unit after every clean is fantastic, it makes quick cleanups a breeze.

Was skeptical about this one but very pleased with the vacuum love the edge sensor . Super practical for using around the house under the beds and the best part is that it empties on its own.

This thing is amazing and the wife loves it! The best cordless vacuum I've ever used. Dyson who??

Easy set up. Good self cleaning functionality, runtime is better than previous vacuum

I gave it four stars because I liked the device but I thought the suction would be more powerful.

Perfect vacuum for my apartment cleaning perfectly

Wonderfull vacuume easy to use a nd works very well. I recommend this vacuume

Excellent quality, very very good, the truth I patch it 100%

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I would definitely recommend this vacuum to a friend. I love it.

We love our new vacuum, wish we had purchased it earlier.