Shark Cordless PowerDetect Stick Vacuum vs Refurbished Dyson V7 Advanced

The Shark PowerDetect is the stronger pick for whole-home cleaning: more suction, a HEPA-sealed system, two brushrolls, dirt and floor detection, an odor neutralizer and up to 70 minutes of runtime. The refurbished Dyson V7 Advanced is lighter at about 6 lb and its Motorbar head handles wrapped hair well, but it is an older design with a smaller bin, a trigger you must hold and very short boost runtime. Owners rate the Shark around 3.9 out of 5, so expect strong cleaning with some complaints; the Dyson's reputation rests on maneuverability and hair pickup, not on battery life.

• Choose the Shark PowerDetect if you want maximum suction, HEPA filtration, automatic power boost and long runtime for carpets, pets and whole-floor cleaning.
• Choose the refurbished Dyson V7 Advanced if you want a light, easy-to-carry stick for quick jobs, stairs and hair pickup and you accept short boost runtime and a trigger-held power button.