Which is better for pet hair?

The Shark PowerDetect. It is explicitly built for pets, has a HEPA filter and a much larger bin for collected hair. The Dyson listing makes no pet-hair claim.

Which is better for a small apartment?

The Dyson Pencilvac Fluffy. At 4 lb and with a slim body, it is easy to grab for quick cleanups in tight rooms. Its tiny bin is less of a problem in small spaces.

Is the Dyson worth it over the Shark?

It is cheaper right now: $243.07 at eBay as of November 7, 2026, against the Shark's $279.99 low on November 2, 2026. You give up HEPA filtration, the larger bin and handheld conversion to save that money.

Which holds more dirt?

The Shark, by a wide margin. Its 0.19 gal bin is roughly nine times the Dyson's 0.02 gal, so you empty it far less often.

The Shark at 24 oz, well under the Dyson's 4 lb. Both are light for stick vacuums, but the Shark is easier to lift overhead.

Do either have HEPA filters?

Only the Shark PowerDetect lists a HEPA filter. The Dyson Pencilvac Fluffy listing does not mention one.

Shark PowerDetect Cordless Vacuum vs Dyson Pencilvac Fluffy

Buy the Shark PowerDetect for whole-home cleaning, pet hair and longer runs between empties. Buy the Dyson Pencilvac Fluffy for quick tidy-ups and tight spaces where low weight matters most. On price, the Dyson is cheaper: $243.07 at eBay as of November 7, 2026, versus the Shark's recent low of $279.99 on November 2, 2026. The Shark has been running $279.99 to $329.95, so the gap can widen or narrow by store and day.

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