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Dyson or Shark

joann1218 — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 16:02:11 GMT

Need a new vacuum. Debating between the Dyson cordless or the Shark cordless. Any recommendations on these vacuums. If you have another vacuum you think is good , please let me l ow. Thank you .

Re: Dyson or Shark

wagirl — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 16:12:02 GMT

I'm not a fan of cordless vacuums---they don't seem to have the punch a corded one does---I have a Shark Rotator corded vacuum that does great on my carpets--I don't know about Dyson--way too much $$ for me. Think I got mine at Best Buy, about 10 years ago now, for under $200. a cordless would be good for hard surfaces tho--

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haddon9 — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 16:19:04 GMT

I have both. My 10 year old Dyson has problems picking up. Taking it to be repaired will cost me $100.00 so I decided to pick up this no name LEVOIT Cordless Stick Vacuum for $159.99 on Amazon.

I've been using it for six months and so far it's been doing a great job.

I keep my Shark upstairs and it's still working great after three years.

I love using the stick cordless vacuums on hard surfaces. It's great for picking up crumbs in the kitchen.

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RetRN — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 16:23:00 GMT

Shark without a doubt. Dyson is not the end all be all they claim! I can always count on my Shark to do a good job.

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SilleeMee — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 16:25:37 GMT

I have bought Shark Lift-Away uprights for a long time. I believe the Lift-Away models are all corded. They just keep getting better with each new model. I would buy another when the time comes.

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FranandZoe — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 16:48:51 GMT

I could never bring myself to pay Dyson prices.

I've had Shark corded vacs for years - I love them.

But I recently bought a Shark Cordless Pet Stick Vacuum and I absolutely love it. The suction is very powerful. The battery charge is long enough for me to quickly vacuum my house. It's so handy. I paid $149.99 on Amazon but it's currently showing - for me - for $179.

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wilma — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 16:36:40 GMT

We have both. We use a plug in Dyson for our main level. Definitely picks up dog hair and dirt better than the Shark. We got tired of lugging the heavy Dyson downstairs, and it's not easy to vacuum steps with it. We bought a cordless Shark for vacuuming the stairs down to the basement and for using on the carpet down there. The Shark does a good job, but it's not as good as the Dyson. That's our experience.

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geezerette — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 16:37:51 GMT

Another fan of Shark here, but not of cordless.

I prefer a corded vacuum. I have a couple of the Shark corded stick vacs and love them. They get a workout too.

I had a Dyson, but I didn't really care for it and it didn't last long before it needed repair. I wouldn't buy another for what they cost.

Re: Dyson or Shark

Kachina624 — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 17:11:41 GMT

@joann1218. Just keep in mind that Shark vacuums cannot be repaired and are built to be replaced, whereas Dysons can be repaired.

Re: Dyson or Shark

BalletBabe — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 18:01:06 GMT

@joann1218 wrote:
Need a new vacuum. Debating between the Dyson cordless or the Shark cordless. Any recommendations on these vacuums. If you have another vacuum you think is good , please let me l ow. Thank you .

@joann1218 Shark for sure. They give you a 5 year warranty without extra money. They are the #1 Vac for awhile. Their CS is also excellent.

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AuntG — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 18:10:10 GMT

Always a Shark! I'm not paying for a Dyson with mediocre reviews.

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cindyNC — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 18:17:15 GMT

Great recommendations!

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Starpolisher — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 19:05:25 GMT

I love my Shark vacuums! I have both the corded and cordless. Both work great! While I've never had a Dyson, during my 51 years of marriage, I've had every other expensive vacuum there is. None of them were as good as my Sharks! If I have to replace them, so be it. They didn't cost me a fortune to buy!😅

Re: Dyson or Shark

threecees — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 19:34:21 GMT

I actually have both brands.

With Shark I have a corded vacuum that I keep in our basement. It has a light

which is nice and it runs well.

I have two cordless Dysons. I have already replaced a battery in one of the Dysons.

For the high price you pay wish it came with an extra battery. With the cordless I

am constantly emptying the canister. We have two long-haired Goldens. It

fills very quickly for a small canister.

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Mom2Dogs — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 20:28:08 GMT

I have both...a SHARK cordless stick for quick pick ups downstairs and on the back porch and a DYSON for the family/living area on the main floor.

The DYSON has a lot of tools with I like and a long cord which is good when I need to clean the stairs.

Last week we were at Bob Evans for breakfast and the server was sweeping with a cordless sweeper, I asked what the brand was and it was a Shark.. It was very quiet and she said it picked up really well.

I wonder if it is a commercial type sweeper or of it can be purchased in the stores.

When my cordless dies (I have had it for years, and never replaced a battery) I am going to look into another cordless Shark...it is a bit larger than what I have now but I have room to store a slightly bigger model..

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bellaartiste — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 20:32:18 GMT

You might be able to replace the battery on a Dyson, but when it cost over a hundred dollars plus labor ....no thank you.

I had a cordless Dyson stick, never again. I also had a regular large Dyson, and this is also a big No as it didn't last nearly liong enogh picking up dog hair everyday.

I lhave two sharks and love them both, no stick though. I prefer a large canister with cord. They will last and will do the job.

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stevieb — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 23:41:16 GMT

I own both, but not cordless varieties, which just never seem to have what it takes, although it's been a while since I tried one. My Dyson is the heavy yellow original and it's the best vacuum I've owned. My Shark Rocket is a very good machine too, easier to use and navigate, but not as effective on some rugs.

Re: Dyson or Shark

mrshckynut — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 02:17:44 GMT

shark

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ID2 — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:39:11 GMT

Corded Dyson. We've had them for many years. Their warranty is great!

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bonnie f — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 16:51:10 GMT

dysons are way too expensive. i got 2 of my sharks from qvc.. they are corded, i personally dont like cordless.. and i love them.. i did some searching online, and i read sharks are just as good as dysons, if not better... and cheaper, i think both of mine were a tsv...