Shark Stratos Ultralight HZ3002 Corded Stick Vacuum with DuoClean

Verdict

The Shark Stratos Ultralight HZ3002 is a powerful mid-range corded stick vacuum that excels on hard floors, pet hair, and filtration. It is an especially strong choice for homes with pets and mostly hard surfaces, though the non self-standing design and corded format make it less ideal for wall-to-wall carpet lovers seeking cordless convenience.

Pros

  • Filtration / Dust Containment 1 review 5.0
    Anti-Allergen Complete Seal with HEPA traps 99.9% of dust and allergens and passed fog tests.
  • Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance 1 review 5.0
    Hair Pro self-cleaning brush roll prevents tangles and removes pet and human hair effectively.
  • Hard Floor — Fine Dust Pickup 1 review 5.0
    Achieves a perfect hard floor score, with the DuoClean head picking up fine dust effortlessly.
  • Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake 1 review 5.0
    Handles large debris on hard floors exceptionally well, matching its perfect test results.
  • Odor control 1 review 5.0
    Odor neutralizing technology keeps the exhaust smelling fresh and helps prevent unpleasant odors while vacuuming.
  • Pet-Ready Features 1 review 5.0
    Excellent for pet households, combining strong hair pickup with anti-tangle performance.
  • Accessories & Tools 1 review 4.5
    Includes a well-built upholstery tool, pet power brush, and crevice tool that make above-floor cleaning easier.
  • Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup 1 review 4.5
    Better-than-average carpet deep clean, effectively removing embedded sand from medium pile.
  • Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors) 1 review 4.5
    Above-average crevice pickup on hard floors with a solid floorhead seal.
  • Ease of use 1 review 4.5
    The ultralight design and simple operation make everyday cleaning easy, though the non self-standing body can be awkward to store.
  • Headlight & LED lights 1 review 4.5
    Bright LED lights on the floorhead help reveal hair and debris that would otherwise be missed.
  • Overall opinion 1 review 4.5
    Well-rounded mid-range corded stick vacuum with strong cleaning performance, ideal for homes with pets and more hard floors than carpet.
  • Price & Value 1 review 4.5
    Strong value for a mid-range corded stick, especially for homes with pets and hard floors.
  • Weight 1 review 4.5
    Notably lighter than average for a corded stick, contributing to easier everyday use.
  • Maneuverability & Handling 1 review 4.0
    Ultralight handle makes maneuvering easy and reduces fatigue, but pushing on carpets takes a bit more effort so it suits homes with more hard floors than wall-to-wall carpet.
  • Suction & Airflow 1 review 3.5
    Airflow at the cleaner head is above average, though measured suction is below average, yet real-world pickup performance remains strong.

Cons

  • Cord length 1 review 3.0
    Thirty-foot power cord provides typical reach for a corded stick, giving decent coverage without constant outlet changes.
  • Cordless convenience 1 review 3.0
    As a corded stick, it avoids battery limits but lacks the cordless freedom many modern stick vacuums offer.
  • Storage footprint & upright-stand stability 1 review 2.0
    Does not self-stand; storage relies on hanging the handle, which can feel awkward at first.