- Is this a corded or cordless vacuum?
- It is a corded upright. It plugs into a wall outlet, so there is no battery to charge or run down.
- What does Lift-Away mean?
- The canister pod detaches from the upright frame with a button press. You then carry the pod to clean stairs, upholstery and other above-floor areas.
- Does it work on hard floors as well as carpet?
- Yes. It is an upright designed for both carpet and hard floors, and the swivel base helps it move around furniture.
- Does the HEPA filter help with allergies?
- The sealed system with a HEPA filter is built to trap dust and allergens rather than exhaust them back into the room. That makes it a reasonable pick for allergy sufferers.
- How does it compare with a cordless stick vacuum?
- It offers stronger sustained suction and a larger bin, but it is heavier and tethered by a cord. A stick is better for quick cleanups; this is better for full-home cleaning.
- Is it good for stairs?
- Yes. The detachable pod is the main reason owners choose it for stairs, since you carry the lighter pod instead of the whole upright.
- Where is the Shark cheapest?
- At Best Buy, for $269.99, 18% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Shark?
- Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,687 ratings.
- Where can I buy the Shark?
- 16 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, PC Richard & Son, Kohl's.
