Shark AquaReach Pro vs Dreame H12 Pro FlexReach

The Dreame H12 Pro FlexReach is the stronger hard-floor machine: 18,000Pa of suction, a 90°C hot wash, 5-minute hot-air drying and a 180° lie-flat body that gets under beds and sofas. The Shark AquaReach Pro is lighter at 5.8 kg, ships with a liter of formula and two attachments, and its extendable wand reaches higher surfaces. Owners of the Dreame rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 80 ratings and praise the self-cleaning and hair handling; the Shark's edge is weight and included extras, not cleaning power.

• Choose the Shark AquaReach Pro if you want a lighter machine, an extendable wand for above-floor reach, and cleaning formula and attachments in the box.
• Choose the Dreame H12 Pro FlexReach if you have pets or long hair, low furniture to clean under, and want stronger suction plus a hot self-clean cycle.