Shark HydroDuo Cordless Wet Dry Hard Floor Cleaner, WW201

Verdict

A powerful 3-in-1 hard floor cleaner that genuinely impresses in both everyday use and extreme mess tests, especially in pet homes. It pulls a surprising amount of hidden dirt from seemingly clean floors and can tackle dried-on spills, though you must commit to regular rinsing and self-cleaning, and the proprietary solution requirement is a minor downside. Overall, it is an excellent choice if you want to replace a mop and bucket with a single cordless hard-floor machine.

Pros

  • Weight 2 reviews 5.0
  • Cordless convenience 3 reviews 4.8
  • Hard Floor — Fine Dust Pickup 6 reviews 4.7
    Reviews highlight very good dust and hair pickup on hard floors, with the machine quickly freshening dusty surfaces, pulling a surprising amount of hidden grime into the dirty tank and often clearing everyday fine debris in a single pass.
  • Fresh Liquid Pickup Speed 3 reviews 4.7
  • Maneuverability & Handling 3 reviews 4.7
  • Assembly and Setup 4 reviews 4.6
    Owners find initial setup straightforward, with the handle clicking into place, the solution tank sliding in easily, and the dock assembling quickly once packing materials are removed.
  • Debris illumination 5 reviews 4.6
  • Emptying & Mess Control 5 reviews 4.6
    Users appreciate that solid debris and dirty liquid are separated into different compartments, making it straightforward to empty cereal, hair and other solids without splashing dirty water, though especially thick or extreme messes can leave sludge that benefits from a thorough rinse-out.
  • Overall opinion 6 reviews 4.6
    Across reviews, the HydroVac is seen as a convenient, time-saving 3 in 1 hard floor cleaner that excels at everyday kid and pet messes and can even tackle occasional heavy spills, though noise and the need for regular self-cleaning and rinsing mean some owners still keep a separate tool for rare deep cleans.
  • Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake 6 reviews 4.5
    The HydroVac reliably handles larger debris like spilled food, cereal, kitty litter and even heavier mixes of grains and sauces, usually clearing typical kitchen messes in one or two passes and only leaving a trace of heavy grit for follow-up passes.
  • Mopping performance 6 reviews 4.5
    Overall feedback says it delivers strong everyday mopping on sealed hard floors and light rugs, easily clearing common spills and even surprisingly heavy dried-on messes, though deep sanitizing still trails a dedicated steam mop.
  • Ease of use 5 reviews 4.5
    Reviews describe it as straightforward to operate, with intuitive controls, simple mode buttons and a comfortable push-pull action, plus helpful indicators like auto shutoff and warning lights, though snapping the front cover fully into place can take a moment to learn.
  • Hair Pickup — Hard Floors 2 reviews 4.5
    Reviews indicate that the HydroVac lifts pet hair effectively from hard floors, trapping most of it in the solid debris section and only leaving small amounts on the roller that can be easily wiped away after cleaning.
  • Aesthetic design & finish 1 review 4.5
  • Controls & UI 1 review 4.5
  • Pet-Ready Features 1 review 4.5
    Feedback from pet owners highlights that it copes well with everyday fur, muddy paw prints and the occasional accident on hard floors, separating hair and solids from dirty water to make cleanup and disposal more hygienic.
  • Suction & Airflow 1 review 4.5
  • Floor Drying Time 3 reviews 4.3
    Users note that the HydroVac lays down relatively little liquid, so hard floors tend to dry quickly after cleaning and are often comfortable to walk or kneel on shortly after use.
  • Self-cleaning cycle 3 reviews 4.3
    Owners find the self-cleaning cycle useful for flushing out the roller and internal channels after normal use, though very heavy or sticky messes may still require an extra run of the cycle and some manual wiping to remove trapped pet hair or residue.
  • Price & Value 3 reviews 4.2
  • Versatility 3 reviews 4.2
    Users like that it can handle both dry vacuuming and wet mopping on multiple sealed hard floor types and thin rugs, with on-demand solution letting them switch between quick pickups, pet accidents and more thorough cleaning in a single 3 in 1 machine.
  • Solution / Liquid system 5 reviews 4.0
    Automatic solution dispensing keeps operation simple and leaves floors smelling fresh, while the dry or low-moisture application helps them dry quickly, though the reliance on Shark’s own solution and limited refill availability at launch can be frustrating for some owners.
  • Battery & Charging 2 reviews 4.0
  • Odor control 2 reviews 4.0
  • Dried-On Stain Removal 1 review 4.0
    Owners report that the machine can loosen and remove dried-on spills and food residues with a few slow passes, often clearing most stuck mess in a couple of strokes while sometimes needing extra attention for stubborn grit like sand.
  • Runtime (Measured, Default) 1 review 4.0
  • Maintenance requirements 4 reviews 3.9
    Users note that while the brush roller and chambers need regular rinsing, the pop-out roller design, removable front cover, included scraper tool and drying spots on the dock make routine cleanup fast and manageable even after tackling heavy messes.
  • Storage footprint & upright-stand stability 3 reviews 3.8
    Owners appreciate that the machine stands upright on its own and parks on a compact dock that also stores the brush and cleaning tool and allows the roller to dry between uses without taking much floor space.
  • Water tank 4 reviews 3.8
    Reviews describe the solution tank as easy to fill using the marked water and concentrate lines, and it clicks securely into place yet removes quickly for refilling at the sink, with enough capacity to clean a good portion of a large kitchen in one go.
  • Noise level 2 reviews 3.5
  • Suitability for heavy-duty use 2 reviews 3.5
    Reviewers say it excels at everyday spills and light messes and can even cope with occasional heavy, dried-on kitchen disasters, though some still keep a heavier machine on hand for very stubborn dirt or dedicated deep cleaning sessions.
  • Dirty water sensor 1 review 3.5

Cons