There may be minor differences between different countries' models.
It helped me tackle fine dust and hair that may not have been otherwise visible.
As with most cordless stick vacs, it can be converted into a handheld.
I should also give a special shout-out to the anti-hair wrap brushroll.
Many brands make big claims about their tangle-busting features, but this actually delivered.
It still looks as good as new after two weeks of testing.
Read on for my full review.
In the UK it’s occasionally available atAmazon, but it’s an imported model from the US.
The Shark Cordless Pro can also be found in Australia, retailing for AU$499.99.
If purchasing in the US, its common to find the Shark Cordless Pro discounted and often steeply.
Given the solid build quality and excellent performance, I think it’s good value even at full price.
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Weighing 8.25 pounds and measuring 11.42 x 10.43 x 51.18 inches, it’s easy to handle.
During testing, the only time it felt cumbersome was when attempting to clean a ceiling fan.
Shark also recommends charging the battery to full before your first use.
That battery is removable if you prefer to charge it detached from the vacuum.
It remains relatively secure in that spot and can even be wheeled around.
Unfortunately, there’s no option for the brush to lift or stop spinning on certain flooring.
The highest amount of dirt causes the strip to be fully lit.
When the space is clean, the light will recede.
Cleanse Sense IQ is switched on via the Mode button on the handheld part of the vacuum.
The handheld vacuum component also houses the bagless dustbin, which holds 0.72L of dirt.
An anti-allergen seal is in place to keep fine dust and dander from releasing back into your space.
However, you may need to reach your hands in the dustbin to remove stuck hair or dust occasionally.
The wand that holds the floorhead and handheld vacuum together is solid.
The two vacuum components feel secure when slotted into the wand and easily release from the catch when needed.
I’d have loved it if that had been included here.
At least the floorhead offers a wide swivel range for easier access to tight spots.
Beyond being a stick vacuum, the Shark Cordless Pro is an effective handheld vacuum.
The US version has a Duster Crevice Tool and a Pet Multi-Tool, making cleanup even easier.
Those tools slot into the handheld vacuum or the wand, providing extra versatility.
However, there’s nowhere to store them when not in use.
I knew I was clear to move on from a spot when the light subsided.
There are two other modes on the vacuum: Eco and Boost.
Admittedly, I often pressed the power button, mistaking it for the other and vice versa.
After becoming more familiar with the vacuum, this became less of a problem.
It worked fine but is only needed for those large concentrated messes.
Eco mode also easily cleans up dog hair and dust within one or two passes.
They did an excellent job highlighting fine hair and light dust that I couldn’t initially see.
It’s amazing how much debris gets all over your space daily.
I’d also be remiss not to mention the self-cleaning brushroll.
To my shock, no hair has gotten stuck around it yet.
It looks almost completely new, with little to no wear after two weeks.
If it needs to be removed for cleaning, a coin allows you to unlock and remove the brush.
The floorhead is also relatively shallow, allowing it to squeeze under most furniture.
The bagless 0.72 qt dustbin holds a good amount of dirt.
I only had to empty it every once in a while, depending on how often I was vacuuming.
As with all vacuums, the filters require semi-regular cleaning (and must also be replaced periodically).
Shark provides clear instructions for this: they just need to be rinsed with water.
The smell lasts all of two minutes, so I’d never waste my money replacing it.
Even on the lowest setting, Eco, the vacuum easily picked up the flour with just one pass.
There was super light sprinkling left, that I had to touch to feel.
A second pass picked up everything that was left.
Using Clean Sense IQ and Boost mode, the flour was fully cleaned up after one pass.
I had similar results on the rug.
However, on carpeting, it was a completely different story.
The vacuum even managed to throw some oats around.
During testing, I also used a decibel meter to measure noise levels.
In Eco mode, the Shark Cordless Pro averaged about 75 dB.
It’s definitely not quiet and on par with average vacuum cleaner noise levels (i.e.
loud enough to disturb others in your space when it’s in use).
In Boost mode it got even louder, hitting around 80dB.
The noise is tolerable but not pleasant.
Luckily, I was usually not in this mode for long.
I’m in the US, so I received the Duster Crevice Tool and Pet Multi-Tool.
Both feature brush tops that can be removed.
Clean Sense IQ and Boost mode will drain the battery quicker.
Boost mode lasted just under 15 minutes, which isn’t surprising given the strong suction power.
That battery performance is average for cordless vacuums.
Most will find that’s sufficient time to clean up your space.
Those vacuums will cost you more, though.
Recharging takes a while, at about three hours.
You’ll know it’s done when the charging light on the actual battery goes out.
Should I buy the Shark Cordless Pro?
Given the features and build quality, it’s excellent value for money.
Dust-illuminating LED headlights also help ensure you don’t miss any spots.
It’s even set up for storage without wall mounting.
Your home is heavily carpeted
The Shark Cordless Pro performs best on harder surfaces.
That time drops significantly when using Boost mode.
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