I also didn't find much use for the attachments: the Duster Crevice Tool and the Anti-Allergen Dusting Brush. The crevice tool is pretty standard, but the dusting brush didn't seem very effective at removing dust — or at least any more so than the regular vacuum head. Additionally, both of these attachments convert the vacuum into a handheld, and I found the body a bit heavy to be used this way for a very long time without wrist pain. Vacuum #2: The Dyson I started by testing the Shark vacuum out at my boyfriend’s apartment. For reference, he has not owned a vacuum for the entire year he’s lived there, but I still love him (I think). The Shark made it through two thorough deep cleans of a living room, kitchen and dining area, hallway and bathroom with a few minutes of charge to spare, so the 60-minute runtime seems fairly accurate. I immediately loved how powerful the vacuum was, and at 8.9 pounds, it feels very sturdy yet is easy to maneuver. What I Liked Shark also seems to have thought of everything when it comes to attachments. The vacuum comes with various tools designed for different surfaces and corners. Transitioning from one to the other is easy and intuitive, allowing you to customize your cleaning approach. Multi-Surface Capability: Comes with multiple attachments that make transitioning from hardwood to carpet seamless. Something I didn't realize at first, but is obvious in hindsight, is that the laser function of the V12 is only baked into one of its attachments: the Laser Slim Fluffy Cleaner Head (officially my favorite vacuum attachment name of all time). In all honesty, I didn't find much use for the other attachments — which include the Motorbar Cleaner Head, Hair Screw Tool, Crevice Tool and Combination Tool — that couldn't be handled by the laser head attachment (which can be washed, by the way).

Another feature worth mentioning is the self-cleaning brush roll. If you've ever spent frustrating minutes—sometimes even hours—removing tangled hair from your vacuum's brush, you'll appreciate this innovative feature. It removes the hair as you clean, saving you both time and the hassle of manual removal. If we're going to talk about unseen dirt, then we have to talk about the vacuum's other hallmark feature, the self-adjusting power. Basically, the V12 knows when it needs to amp up the suction because as it vacuums, it's counting and measuring the particles it comes across and displays all this and more on the LCD screen at the top of the vacuum. TL;DR: it does the work for you. Impressive Suction: Handles various types of debris and dirt effectively, even on different surfaces.The Shark Stratos has odor-neutralizer technology built into its brush head. What happens is that as air passed through the brush head, some of it is forced through a scent capsule, sort of like a Glade Plug-In, filling your home with scented air. This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items. The suction when just using it as a hand-held isn't great. When I'm trying to get the dust off the air intakes, or the bottom of the fridge, the suction just isn't there. I go over it, scrubbing, for too long before it seems to come off. LED DISPLAY: Real-time readouts to monitor battery, select suction levels, and engage Clean Sense IQ.

It's heavy. I'm a 48yr old, average strength woman. I am on the shorter side at 5'3", which I think could matter as well. I have tiny, bony hands. Not only does my arm hurt from the weight, but this kills my hand. I'm always repositioning it in weird ways, switching to my other hand, but my hand aches, it has a big dent from the weight, and I need to massage my hand when I'm finished. It's bad. Soft roller: The soft roller is very easy to remove from its slot. Its smooth surface makes it easy to clean. You should wash it with cold water as needed.This may sound silly — and maybe it is — but hear me out. At times, the Dyson feels almost too lightweight. As someone who's used to upright vacuums (my parents have a Dyson DC65), I loved the weightiness of the Shark. It made me feel like I was really getting at the dirt, whether or not that actually meant I was. It’s supposed to make your house smell fresh. We tested it out, and it definitely works, but maybe too well for some people. UP TO 60 MINUTES OF RUNTIME: Removable battery can charge anywhere in your home, delivering up to 60 minutes of runtime. (In ECO mode, measured at the hand vacuum.)

Review of Shark IZ862H Stratos Cordless Vacuum with Clean Sense IQ and Odor Neutralizer, DuoClean PowerFins HairPro, Includes Duster Crevice Tool & Anti-Allergen Brush, Up to 60 Minute Runtime, Ash Purple First and foremost, the suction power is commendable. Whether pet hair, crumbs, or dirt, this vacuum doesn't discriminate. It's highly effective across multiple surfaces, including hardwood floors and carpets. This versatility is a significant win in my book.

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Let’s start with the obvious: These are both fantastic vacuums. And in the end, the choice between them comes down to personal preference. Pre-motor filters: The foam and felt pre-motor filters sit in a housing at the top of the dirt compartment, and you can only access it after you remove the dustbin. From there, you can just take them out. No maintenance interval is specified, but you need to clean similar filters in other Shark vacuums once a month.