Shark Detect Pro Cordless

Verdict

A strong choice if you want a lightweight cordless stick that cleans hard floors and carpeted stairs extremely well and automatically empties itself. Expect loud operation and to dedicate some space for the self-emptying base and attachments, but overall performance and value are excellent for most busy households.

Pros

  • Suction & Airflow 2 reviews 5.0
    Powerful suction ramps up automatically in dirtier spots and delivers a full size cleaning feel on both hard floors and carpets, with enough airflow to pull stubborn grime from gaps and refresh grubby stair carpets.
  • Assembly and Setup 1 review 5.0
    Setup is straightforward with only three main components and two simple tools, so most owners can assemble the vacuum quickly out of the box.
  • Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup 1 review 5.0
    On medium pile areas like carpeted stairs it lifts visible dirt and freshens light colored fibers in a few passes, even after several days of built up grime.
  • Cordless convenience 1 review 5.0
    Its cordless format and low weight make quick grab and go cleanups and frequent trips up and down stairs easy, encouraging more frequent, fuss free use around the home.
  • Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors) 1 review 5.0
    Strong suction and the floorhead design let it pull embedded dirt from grooves between floorboards and tiles that other vacuums often leave behind.
  • Ease of use 1 review 5.0
    Owners describe it as easy and enjoyable to use, with simple controls, quick handheld conversion, and fuss free post cleaning maintenance.
  • Emptying & Mess Control 1 review 5.0
    A self emptying base reliably pulls debris from the small onboard bin into a larger container, keeping hands away from dust and only needing occasional emptying at the Max fill line.
  • Filtration / Dust Containment 1 review 5.0
    True HEPA filtration captures around 99.97 percent of fine allergens, making the Detect Pro a strong pick for allergy sufferers or dusty homes that need better containment than basic filters provide.
  • Hair Pickup — Carpets 1 review 5.0
    The brushroll and suction work well together to remove long hair strands embedded in carpet fibers, reducing the need to repeatedly go over the same spots.
  • Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance 1 review 5.0
    A silicone Powerfins brushroll resists tangles so long strands end up in the bin instead of wrapping around the floorhead, which is especially helpful in homes with lots of hair.
  • Headlight & LED lights 1 review 5.0
    Bright LEDs on the floorhead illuminate dust and debris in front of the vacuum and make it easier to see what the Floor Detect system is doing, especially in darker areas.
  • Maneuverability & Handling 1 review 5.0
    The light body and swivel floorhead make it easy to steer around furniture, along edges, and into corners without much effort or arm strain.
  • Stair Cleaning 1 review 5.0
    Its relatively light weight and strong suction make it comfortable to carry up stairs and effective at deep cleaning carpeted steps that collect visible dirt and hair.
  • AI, Smart & App / Automation 2 reviews 4.8
    Floor Detect style sensors and Dirt Detect and Edge Detect features read floor type, soil level and edges to auto adjust suction, while the self emptying dock handles dust disposal, giving mostly hands off, semi automatic cleanups with optional quiet and high power passes where needed.
  • Edge & Baseboard Cleaning (Hard Floors) 2 reviews 4.8
    Edge aware logic and Edge Detect boosting plus a maneuverable floorhead help it track along walls and into corners so dust near baseboards is picked up more completely than with many basic stick vacuums.
  • Weight 2 reviews 4.8
    At around 11 pounds and roughly 30 percent lighter than some older Shark models, it feels easy to lift, carry on stairs, and push around for extended cleaning sessions.
  • Overall opinion 2 reviews 4.5
    Reviews present the Detect Pro as a smart, full strength cordless that combines strong suction, effective edge cleaning and a self emptying base into an ideal option for busy households that want automation without gimmicks.
  • Aesthetic design & finish 1 review 4.5
    Reviews describe a slimline stick with an attractive metallic blue handheld canister and a low key self emptying base that looks neat in most rooms.
  • Comparative performance 1 review 4.5
    Despite a lighter build and a more basic spec sheet than some premium rivals, it matches a full size cleaning feel on hard floors and carpets for everyday messes, though top tier models add extra high tech features.
  • Controls & UI 1 review 4.5
    Simple power and mode buttons, a clear LED screen, and floor and battery indicators make it easy to see and change settings during use, though it forgoes a trigger style control.
  • Hard Floor — Fine Dust Pickup 1 review 4.5
    On hardwood and tile it picks up everyday dust and fine debris in just a few passes, leaving hard floors looking clean even when run in the lower Eco setting.
  • Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake 1 review 4.5
    The floorhead handles larger crumbs and tracked in dirt on hard floors without snowplowing, making quick kitchen and entryway cleanups easy.
  • Pet-Ready Features 1 review 4.5
    A pet focused multi tool and a self cleaning silicone brushroll that resists hair wrap make this cordless stick a practical option for homes with shedding pets.
  • Price & Value 1 review 4.5
    It is regularly priced and discounted below many high end self emptying sticks while still delivering strong cleaning and useful automation, making it a good value for most households.
  • Versatility 1 review 4.5
    It works well as both a stick and handheld vacuum across hard floors, tile, carpeted stairs, and above floor areas, giving one flexible tool for most day to day cleaning tasks.
  • Accessories & Tools 1 review 4.0
    The vacuum ships with a crevice tool and pet multi tool that work well in handheld mode for above floor cleaning, though only one attachment can be stored on the base at a time.

Cons

  • Bin & Bag 1 review 3.0
    The onboard dust canister is smaller than on some competing sticks, but the self emptying base regularly pulls debris into a larger bin so capacity rarely feels limiting in normal use.
  • Noise level 1 review 2.0
    Noise levels are on the loud side, especially in Boost or when suction ramps up on Auto, which can make it disruptive for households that prefer quieter cleaning.
  • Storage footprint & upright-stand stability 1 review 2.0
    The self emptying base has a noticeable footprint and the stick cannot stand up on its own, so it demands dedicated space and often needs to be docked or leaned against a wall.