Shark Navigator Lift-Away Upright Vacuum
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Noise is frequently described as relatively quiet for an upright; at least one test set places it among the quietest in its comparison group.
Pros: Price &, Value
Cons: Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors), Carpet — High-Pile Pickup
Noise is rarely discussed, but at least one long-term user describes it as quieter than other vacuums they have owned.
Pros: Weight, Price &
Cons: Airflow blowback, Edge &
In-use noise is described as typical-to-pleasant for the category (low-to-mid 70 dB in a couple tests), with at least one reviewer noting it is quieter than older floor cleaners.
Pros: Mopping performance, Fresh Liquid Pickup Speed
Cons: Steam Cleaning, Hard Floor — Fine Dust Pickup
Multiple user-style reviews describe it as not super loud and relatively pleasant sounding, with a quiet brushroll. It is not described as whisper-quiet, but overall noise is viewed as reasonable...
Pros: Packaging quality, Filtration / Dust Containment
Cons: Carpet — High-Pile Pickup, Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors)
Noise impressions are mixed: one comparison test measured it as relatively quiet around the low-80 dB range, while another measured it slightly louder than average. Overall it is moderate and...
Pros: Edge &, Baseboard Cleaning (Hard Floors)
Cons: Cordless convenience, Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors)
Noise impressions skew positive for an upright: several reviews call it quieter than some competing uprights and certain Dyson models. It is still commonly acknowledged as not truly quiet, especially...
Pros: Filtration / Dust Containment, Versatility
Cons: Area Rug Handling, Hose length
Most reviewers describe it as quieter than many uprights (often reported in the high‑70s to low‑80s dB range), though one measurement peaked in the mid‑80s and floor mode can sound...
Pros: Hard Floor — Fine Dust Pickup, Low-profile design
Cons: AI, Smart &
Noise is typically “upright-vac loud” rather than quiet, with measured levels ranging from the mid/upper‑60s into the 70s dB depending on mode. Detect/boost behavior can change the pitch and volume...
Pros: Hair Pickup — Hard Floors, Suitability for heavy-duty use
Cons: Hose length, Suitability for small spaces
Noise readings are generally in the mid‑70 dB range for a high-performance upright, with most calling it tolerable. A technician review notes a high‑pitched tone, even if it’s quieter than...
Pros: Pet-Ready Features, Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors)
Cons: Overall durability/longevity, Support &
Noise feedback is mixed: several users call it relatively quiet or quieter than older Sharks, while others describe it as very noisy. Overall it trends tolerable but not silent.
Pros: Assembly and Setup, Tool-change simplicity
Cons: Headlight &, LED lights
Overall noise is described as typical for a strong upright, but the turbo tool can sound loud, especially when used on stairs or upholstery.
Pros: Suction &, Airflow
Cons: Ongoing ownership costs (bags, filters
Noise impressions vary by test: some measurements place it in the high-60s/low-70s dB range while others find it louder; overall it is not silent, but generally within typical upright ranges.
Pros: Suction &, Airflow
Cons: Headlight &, LED lights
Noise is typically described as average to loud for a corded upright (often around the high‑70s to ~80 dB), with some models sounding higher‑pitched on carpet.
Pros: Versatility, Floorhead Seal on Hard Floors
Cons: Overall durability/longevity, Storage footprint &
Noise impressions vary: one lab-style review measured it around 59 dB and called it surprisingly quiet, while another home test recorded about 81 dB and found it loud. Expect a...
Pros: Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup, Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors)
Cons: Under-Furniture Pickup, Stair Cleaning
Noise is repeatedly noted as on the louder side for the class, especially at higher settings, though some owners describe it as not excessively loud for the price.
Pros: Price &, Value
Cons: Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance, Edge &
Noise is a common complaint: it is often described as louder than expected for a premium upright, though not necessarily the loudest in its category.
Pros: Suction &, Airflow
Cons: Storage footprint &, upright-stand stability
Noise is commonly described as loud for a corded upright, with test numbers around the high-70 dB range and user notes that it can be noticeable at higher power.
Pros: Filtration / Dust Containment, Emptying &
Cons: Overall durability/longevity, Hose length
Noise impressions vary. Some sources call it quieter than certain competitors or surprisingly reasonable for performance, while at least one review describes it as loud during testing. Overall it lands...
Pros: Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors), Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup
Cons: Build quality &, durability
Noise is a common downside. Many describe it as loud, though a few say the tone is acceptable or less irritating than other vacuums.
Pros: Suction &, Airflow
Cons: Airflow blowback, Wool carpet compatibility
Noise is described as typical to loud for a corded upright. The turbo tool is singled out as especially loud in one review.
Pros: Suction &, Airflow
Cons: Hair Pickup — Hard Floors, Comparative performance
Noise is a recurring complaint: multiple reviewers call it loud (some measured around the low‑80 dB range). ‘Turbo’ updates are described as only modestly quieter in real-world use.
Pros: Self-cleaning cycle, Support &
Cons: Steam Cleaning, Noise level
Noise is a recurring compromise: one test measured very loud levels, while other reviews call it slightly louder than average for an upright.
Pros: Floorhead Seal on Hard Floors, Carpet — Low-Pile Pickup
Cons: Headlight &, LED lights
Noise is a common complaint, with descriptions ranging from loud to screaming if powered on while upright. Measured sound levels in one test place it on the louder side of...
Pros: Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup, Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors)
Cons: Noise level, Weight
Noise is a repeated drawback: reviewers call it loud for its size, with one test placing it in the low 90 dB range. Buyers should expect a noticeably noisy cleaning...
Pros: Suitability for small spaces, Weight
Cons: Noise level, Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors)
Noise is a common complaint; multiple tests characterize it as loud, including measured values in the high dB range in some reviews.
Pros: Weight, Controls &
Cons: Accessories &, Tools
Where measured, it is reported as loud for an upright class budget model (around the low-90 dB range in one comparison test).
Pros: Weight, Assembly and Setup
Cons: Floorhead Seal on Hard Floors, Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake