The Dyson V11 Plus is the better buy for most people right now. It costs $249.99 at ShopSimon as of October 31, while the Shark PowerDetect is $329.99 at Home Depot as of November 7. The Shark wins on runtime, weight and warranty, but it has far fewer owner ratings and a much shorter price history.
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Choose the Dyson V11 Plus if you want proven pet-hair pickup, a 60-minute runtime and the lower price.
Choose the Shark PowerDetect if you want 70 minutes of runtime, an 8.2 lb body and a 5-year warranty.
| Dyson V11 Plus Cordless Vacuum | Shark PowerDetect Cordless | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249.99 at ShopSimon as of October 31 | $329.99 at Home Depot as of November 7 |
| Battery life | Up to 60 minutes | Up to 70 minutes in Eco mode |
| Weight | Not listed; larger 25.2V motor and 550W max | 8.2 lbs |
| Warranty | Not listed in the specs | 5 years, 2 on parts |
| Filtration | Whole-machine HEPA filter | Washable foam pre-motor plus HEPA post-motor |
| Cleaning width | 9.84 inches | 10.19 inches |
| Charge time | 270 minutes | 6 hours |
| Owner ratings | 4.5 out of 5 from 7,700 ratings | 4.8 out of 5 from 64 ratings |
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| Spec | Dyson V11 Plus Cordless Vacuum | Shark PowerDetect Cordless |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Type | Hard floors, Carpets | All floors |
| Wet / Dry | No | No |
| Suction Power | 60% more power | Increases cleaning power by up to 75% for tough… |
| Cleaning Width | 9.84 inches | 10.19 in |
| HEPA Certified | HEPA Filter | Yes |
| Filtration Type | Whole-machine filtration | HEPA Filter |
| Power Source | Cordless | Cordless |
| Voltage | 25.2 volts | 21.6 volts |
| Depth | 10.28 inches | 10.24 inches |
| Height | 49.67 inches | 46.34 inches |
| Width | 9.84 inches | 18.6 inches |
| Battery Life | 60 minutes | 70 minutes |
| Spec | Dyson V11 Plus Cordless Vacuum | Shark PowerDetect Cordless |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Charging Time | 270 minutes | 6 Hours |
| Removable Battery | Yes | Non-Detachable |
| Vacuum Type | Cordless | Stick |
| Design Highlights | Bagless, Cordless | Self-cleaning features, Automatic dust cup empt… |
| Max Wattage | 550 watts | 380 watts |
| Typical Users | Pet owners | Unisex, Adult |
| Storage Type | Wall mount | Docked, Auto-Empty dock |
| Motor Type | Brushless | — |
| Model | — | IP1251 |
Rated 4.5 out of 5 from about 7,700 ratings, the V11 Plus is well liked for strong suction and its handling of pet hair. Owners value the run-time display and the tools for stairs and upholstery. Complaints center on battery charge time and weight.
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 64 ratings, buyers are positive overall. They praise the suction and the forward-and-reverse pickup, while weight and battery run time in higher modes draw complaints.
| Weight |
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| 8.2 lbs |
| Warranty (Years) | — | 5 |
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| Warranty on Part (Years) | — | 2 |
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| LED Lights | — | true |
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| Cleaning Path Width | — | 10.2 in |
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| Filter Type | — | Felt + Washable Foam Filters (Pre-Motor) HEPA F… |
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| Dust Cup Capacity | — | 0.7 qt |
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| Battery Charge Time (hours) | — | 6.00 |
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| Number Of Batteries Included | — | 1 |
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| Wattage | — | 380 watts |
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| Wattage Peak | — | 380 watts |
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| Amperage | — | 3.75 amps |
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| Hazmat Class | — | Lithium Ion Battery with or in Equipment |
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| Puerto Rico & Guam | — | Orders shipped are subject to a surcharge. |
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| Battery Type | — | Lithium-Ion |
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| Construction Material | — | plastic |
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| Type | — | Stick |
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| Bagless | — | Yes |
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| HEPA Filter | — | Yes |
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