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 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
Noise drew limited but positive feedback, with one reviewer noting it was not especially loud during carpet cleaning.
Pros: Tool-change simplicity, Stair Cleaning
Cons: Onboard tool storage, Carpet — High-Pile Pickup
Noise feedback trends positive, with many calling it quieter or less obnoxious than older vacuums. It is still loud enough to be noticeable, and a few mention unexpected loudness or...
Pros: Assembly and Setup, Cord length
Cons: Area Rug Handling, Cord management
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 &
During cleaning, noise is usually described as reasonable (especially on eco), but max power is louder and dock emptying noise is consistently called out as very loud.
Pros: Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors), Bin &
Cons: Software-update support / feature longevity, Privacy controls
Noise is generally moderate in normal use but can be loud in Max/Turbo, with at least one test noting above-average noise at full power. It is not the quietest option...
Pros: Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup, Hair Pickup — Hard Floors
Cons: Clogging &, debris prevention
Noise impressions vary—one reviewer measured it as fairly loud in use and during self-clean, while another demo reviewer found it notably quiet for indoor cleanup.
Pros: Weight, Maneuverability &
Cons: Clogging &, debris prevention
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
Noise is reasonable in Eco/auto modes in at least one measurement, but it becomes noticeably loud in Boost and when the dirt sensor ramps power.
Pros: Under-Furniture Pickup, Filtration / Dust Containment
Cons: Stuck resistance, Weight
Noise impressions vary: several reviewers call it not overly loud or quieter than older Shark sticks, while a test-focused review labeled it among the loudest in its group. Expect noticeable...
Pros: Assembly and Setup, Hair Pickup — Hard Floors
Cons: Cordless convenience, Filtration / Dust Containment
Noise is reported as moderate to loud depending on the test: one lab measured roughly 69–70 dB, while another recorded mid/high‑70s dB. It can sound closer to an upright than...
Pros: Carpet — High-Pile Pickup, Hard Floor — Fine Dust Pickup
Cons: Cordless convenience, Bin &
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 is frequently called out: acceptable on lower settings but noticeably loud on carpet or max power, making it less ideal for late-night apartment use.
Pros: Cordless convenience, Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup
Cons: Weight, Aesthetic design &
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 impressions are split: many describe it as quieter than older vacuums and less high-pitched, while others find it loud on carpet/turbo settings and a few even mention needing hearing...
Pros: Dried-On Stain Removal, Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance
Cons: Odor control, Support &
Noise feedback was mixed, ranging from quiet enough for Zoom calls and under-60dB operation to loud self-emptying or cleaning noise that startled users.
Pros: Stair Cleaning, Filtration / Dust Containment
Cons: Support and Reliability, Heating element
Noise impressions were mixed, ranging from not too loud or comfortable to work with to loud measured performance and above-70 dB results.
Pros: Tool-change simplicity, Overall durability/longevity
Cons: Clogging and debris prevention, Suitability for heavy-duty use
Noise is frequently called out: the vacuum can get loud in Boost and when auto-ramping up; the auto-empty base can be startling but some docks offer a quiet/snooze option.
Pros: Stair Cleaning, Cordless convenience
Cons: Runtime (Measured, Boost/Turbo)
Noise was repeatedly acceptable but not quiet, with some reviewers calling it average and others noting a whine or louder-than-average operation.
Pros: Clogging and debris prevention, Cyclone performance
Cons: Onboard tool storage, Floorhead Seal on Hard Floors
Often described as loud or high-pitched and whiny, though measured levels are typical for vacuums and some users call it acceptable. Sound quality bothers some more than volume.
Pros: Weight, Ongoing ownership costs (bags
Cons: Onboard tool storage, Ease of use
Noise was a recurring weakness: some comparisons favored the Shark over louder corded rivals, but several reviewers measured or described it as loud and high-pitched.
Pros: Hard Floor — Fine Dust Pickup, Assembly and Setup
Cons: Accessories and Tools, Hair-removal channel issues
Noise is on the louder side for some households; one reviewer measured about 87 dB at roughly 3 feet, noticeably louder than a comparable upright vacuum in the same setup.
Pros: Suction &, Airflow
Cons: Wool carpet compatibility, Heating element
Operating noise was acceptable to some reviewers but a repeated complaint in hands-on videos, with the self-emptying and running noise called loud.
Pros: Overall cleaning convenience, Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors)
Cons: Filtration / Dust Containment, Noise level
Noise is a drawback in the reviews that measured or discussed it, especially on boost or carpet settings.
Pros: Assembly and Setup, Carpet — High-Pile Pickup
Cons: Clogging and debris prevention, Cyclone performance
Noise was a recurring concern, especially vacuum motors, auto-emptying, and water-wash cycles.
Pros: Tool-change simplicity, Versatility
Cons: Value-for-money, Support and Reliability