Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones vs Shark PowerDetect Cordless
The Shark PowerDetect is the stronger all-around vacuum for most homes: more suction, a 0.7 qt dust cup, HEPA filtration, LED lights and a 5-year warranty. The Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones weighs only 4 lb and is easier to carry up stairs and into tight spots, but its 0.08 gal cup fills fast and it lacks the Shark's filtration and runtime. Prices are close: $248.99 at eBay for the Dyson and $239.99 at eBay for the Shark as of November 3, 2026, so the Shark costs about $9 less for much more machine.
Today the Shark PowerDetect Cordless costs $9.99 less at its best price.
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Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones
4.7Choose the Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones if you want the lightest stick vacuum for quick daily pickups on hard floors and low carpet, and you don't mind emptying a tiny cup often.
- Only 4 lb, easy to carry and maneuver
- Fluffycones head works on carpet and hard floors
- Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 3,200 ratings
- Lowest price seen since October 30 was $414.69, so $248.99 is well below recent levels
What separates them
| Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones | Shark PowerDetect Cordless | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 4 lb | 8.2 lb |
| Dust cup capacity | 0.08 gal (about 0.32 qt) | 0.7 qt |
| Runtime | Not stated; small cup suits short pickups | Up to 70 minutes in ECO mode |
| Filtration | Bagless, no HEPA listed | HEPA post-motor filter, HEPA certified |
| Warranty | Not stated | 5 years, 2 years on parts |
| Cleaning head | Fluffycones head for carpet and hard floors | DuoClean Detect with 2X brushrolls and forward/reverse pickup |
| Extras | Basic stick format | LED lights, MultiFLEX wand, dirt and edge detection, pet tools |
Price history
- Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones: lowest $414.69 on Oct 31 at eBay; $499.00 on Nov 4.
- Shark PowerDetect Cordless: lowest $279.99 on Nov 2 at Best Buy; $329.95 on Nov 4.
Prices at every store
Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones
- Abed TahanNew
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$499.00Observed at 10:54 PM - Williams-SonomaNew
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$599.95Observed Nov 3, 2026, 10:47 AM - Crate & BarrelNew
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$599.95Observed Nov 3, 2026, 10:47 AM - eBayNew
Availability unknownSold by paymore_shopton (99.9% positive, 6,300 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones | Shark PowerDetect Cordless |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Stick | Stick |
| Bagless | Yes | Yes |
| Color | Black | Gray |
| Weight | 4 lb | 8.2 lbs |
| Capacity | 0.08 gal | 0.19 gal |
| Model | — | IP1251 |
| Warranty (Years) | — | 5 |
| Warranty on Part (Years) | — | 2 |
| LED Lights | — | true |
| Cleaning Path Width | — | 10.2 in |
| Filter Type |
What reviewers say
Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones
Owners rate it highly, with 4.7 out of 5 across 3,200 ratings. Praise centers on how light and easy it is for daily hard-floor cleaning, while complaints focus on the small bin and battery life.
- Feels almost weightless in the hand
- Picks up fine dust and hair well on hard floors
- Easy to store and grab for quick cleanups
- Simple to empty and rinse
- Bin fills fast and needs constant emptying
- Run time is short for larger homes
- Struggles on thicker carpets
Shark PowerDetect Cordless
The 64 ratings average 4.8 out of 5, with owners praising suction and the reverse-stroke pickup. Common complaints center on weight and short runtime in boost mode.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for pet hair?
- The Shark. Its DuoClean Detect nozzle has two brushrolls and Shark claims ultra-powerful hair pickup, plus it includes a pet multi-tool. The Dyson's Fluffycones head handles hair on hard floors but gives no pet-specific claims.
- Which is better for stairs and tight spaces?
- The Dyson. At 4 lb it is half the Shark's weight, so it is easier to carry up stairs and into corners. The Shark's MultiFLEX wand helps under furniture but the body is heavy.
- Is the Shark worth the extra money?
- It isn't extra. At $239.99 at eBay versus $248.99 for the Dyson as of November 3, 2026, the Shark costs less while offering HEPA filtration, a bigger cup and a 5-year warranty.
- Which lasts longer?
- The Shark backs itself with a 5-year warranty and 2 years on parts. Dyson lists no warranty figure here, so the Shark is the safer bet on paper.
- Do either need bags?
- No. Both are bagless. The Dyson's 0.08 gal cup fills quickly; the Shark's 0.7 qt cup holds roughly twice as much.
- Which is better on carpet?
- The Shark. It has stronger suction with a boost mode and a nozzle built for carpet and floor transitions. The Dyson's Fluffycones head is aimed more at hard floors and light carpet.
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