Dyson vs Shark Vacuum Comparisons – Which Way to Go?

Both companies market a wide range of vacuum cleaners, both in the upright and canister categories. There are several outstanding products from both companies such as the Shark Rotator Powered Lift-Away TruePet and the Dyson Cinetic Big Ball among others, but rather than list all their products, it’s better to look at specific features.

Rotator Lift-Away Professional Upright Vacuum	A very, very good vacuum
Navigator Lift-Away Professional Upright	Great value and brilliant!
Ball Multi Floor Upright Vacuum	This vacuum has everything
V6 Cordless Vacuum	Breathtaking cordless action

The first thing to check would be the suction which is measured in watts. The higher the number the more powerful the unit is. Second you should check the filtration system: Shark vacuum cleaners have the Complete HEPA Sealed System while the Dyson Big Ball doesn’t require filters, and the DC65 Animal Complete has washable filters.

Accessories and tools vary per model but expect an accessory bag, a pet upholstery tool, crevice and brush tools for a Shark vacuum. Dyson usually have more including combination tools, dust brush tool, a mattress tool, reach under tool and more. You also need to check the bin capacity of each vacuum, and typically this ranges from 0.55 gallons to .85 gallons. In terms of weight the Shark and Dyson are not that different, though the Dyson is usually a couple of pounds heavier.

One advantage the Shark has though is the warranty, which in the case of the Rotator is good for 7 years, while for the DC65 and the Big Ball it’s 5 years. Of course you also have to think of how you’re going to use the vacuum cleaner, as that will determine what features you really need.

Reviews – Our Favorite Shark and Dyson Vacuums

Shark Rotator Lift-Away Professional Upright Vacuum – The Rotator Lift-Away Professional Upright Vacuum  is equipped with a portable and detachable canister that makes cleaning in and around your home easy. If you’re going to compare Shark vacuums, the Rotator should come out near or at the top thanks to its Anti-Allergen Complete Seal Technology that stops 99.9% of allergens and dust.

The Rotator also has a generously sized dust cup, and with its swivel steering you’ll feel more comfortable cleaning carpets and floors. Not only does the Rotator move around furniture easily but it does so without making a lot of noise. Whether its carpets or bare floors, the Rotator provides efficient cleaning. In addition the Rotator comes with several tools like a dusting brush, crevice tool and pet brush.

Shark Navigator Lift-Away Professional Upright – The Navigator Lift-Away Professional Upright  is equipped with sophisticated cyclonic technology that sucks in dirt, even those that are in the air already. This model is often used in a head to head Dyson vacuum comparison because its design prevents dirt from clogging up the filters.

The NV356E is also known for its top of the line filtration system that removes allergens, and just like the other vacuum cleaners has a generous dust cup so you don’t have to keep replacing it as you vacuum. While the NV356E was manufactured mainly for carpets and hard floors, it’s just as effective for upholstery and vehicles. While other vacuum cleaners only suck visible dirt, the Navigator also removes microscopic particles so you don’t have to worry about inhaling dirt or allergens.

Dyson Ball Multi Floor Upright Vacuum – The Ball Multi Floor Upright Vacuum has many of the features that set the brand apart from the other vacuum cleaners, including Radial Root Cyclone technology which ensures dust, allergen and dirt are removed. As is typical of these Dyson models, the cleaner head has a powerful suction and capable of making adjustments depending on the surface it’s being used on.

In any Dyson vs Shark debate, the one thing people usually take into consideration is suction power, and this is an area where the Ball vacuum excels. Thanks to the design there are no air leaks, and it can be used not just on hardwood floors but even carpeted ones. And as the name implies, the vacuum cleaner is set on a ball that lets you steer the unit in any direction you want.

Dyson V6 Cordless Vacuum – As a cordless vacuum, the V6 provides you the convenience of a cordless vacuum cleaner but with more power. The V6 comes with a motor cleaner that cleans carpets, rugs, wood and other hard floors. Furthermore, the V6 is equipped with 2 Tier Radial technology that eliminates even the finest dust.

The V6 is one of the more finely balanced vacuum cleaners available, as it’s just as convenient to use on floors as it is on ceilings. If you want to clean handheld style just detach the wand, and if you need additional power just set it to Max mode for that extra boost. Finally, the unit comes with a docking station where you can charge and store for later use.

Buyers Guide – How to Get the Best Shark or Dyson Vacuum

When it comes to Dyson you have two general options, the Animal or Multi-floor Series. Both are effective vacuum cleaners but have different specialties: a Dyson Animal vacuum cleaner is for you if you’ve got a pet that sheds hair heavily, and it’s got a nice long hose that allows you to reach into tight spots.

If you don’t have a pet you might want to go with one of the Dyson Multi-floor models because they’re more affordable and second, they’re designed for different types of floors, and its auto adjusting head cleaner makes this a good option for removing dirt in carpet piles.

When it comes to Shark vacuum cleaners your choices usually come down to the Navigator or the Rotator. Both are well-designed and versatile, but the Rotator can be considered as the premium version. It has more tools than the Navigator, the dirt container is a bit larger, the cleaning path wider and works better on carpets.

The Navigator models come with only basic tools but it does have HEPA filters that remove the majority of dust and allergens. While it’s not as feature packed as the Rotator, it’s still a pretty good vacuum cleaner and more than sufficient for those who need a quality vacuum cleaner.

As to which is better, the Dyson or Shark, both are excellent brands and their vacuum cleaner lines both have outstanding products. The truth is regardless which you choose you cannot go wrong with them as they are built for heavy duty use.