Thanks to two Lithium-Ion batteries, you’ll get up to 120 minutes of power – plenty of time to clean a typical home from top to bottom. The battery takes just 3.5 hours to charge on or off the vacuum, so this cleaner will always be ready when you need it. There’s a large 0.7-litre bin on this model, which has an eject button to push open the flap at the front. As long as the Shark IZ420UKT was pushed into a bin, I could easily empty it without spilling dust everywhere. What’s more, Anti-Odour technology protects against bad odours inside the vacuum. Simply insert the dial into the floorhead and rotate it to select an intensity setting. Guard against dust cup odours with Shark. Additional Features

Before you start vacuuming, the dust container, batteries and all other parts must be correctly inserted. I started by measuring the raw power of the vacuum cleaner in AirWatts (AW). On Eco mode, the cleaner had a reasonable amount of power at 39AW. On the CleanSense setting, the vacuum cleaner started at 118AW by default, but it does ramp power up and down. On Boost, the Shark IZ420UKT managed a massive 219AW. The floor brush is also equipped with LED headlights. So you can generally see the dust better and you’ll know where you still have to vacuum, even in dimly-lit corners. Featuring LED lights in the floorhead, you can illuminate dark areas, so nothing is missed. This model also includes a washable HEPA filter and an Anti-Allergen Complete Seal which traps 99.9% of dirt and allergens inside the machine, keeping the air you breathe clean. Joe, our wireless vacuum expert on the Smart Home Fox team, has spent over half a decade meticulously testing every model that has landed with us.

A good cordless hoover should provide a deep clean on all surfaces. That's why we tested the Stratos on hard floors as well as low and high pile carpets. 🧐 Experience a revolutionary cordless cleaner with the IZ420UKT from Shark. Featuring Anti Hair Wrap Plus and Clean Sense IQ, this model from the Stratos collection of vacuums will transform your cleaning routine. Shark Technology Introducing the ultimate cordless vacuum cleaner for homes with pets, from the Shark Stratos collection. The Shark Stratos Anti Hair Wrap Plus Pet Pro Cordless Vacuum IZ420UKT marks a big change in design and strategy for the vacuum cleaner company, introducing a host of new features, including a new floor head, an Anti-Odour pod and automatic power modes. It’s a triumph of power, features and design.

A new feature for Shark cordless vacuums is the addition of anti-odour technology in the Stratos range. Since both brands routinely offer discounts, we would recommend holding off on purchasing until your chosen vacuum cleaner is on sale to get it at the most competitive price. Shark vs Dyson: final thoughts If you've read this far, then you might have gauged that I am a huge fan of this vacuum, and that I'd tell anyone it's a worthwhile investment. I test a lot of different vacs, and this is the one model that I've fought to keep in my flat (even though we definitely do not have room for it!). It really is unmatched for me in terms of suction power, and I've grown addicted to those clean vacuum lines it leaves in my carpets. We assess the cleaning performance of each vacuum cleaner, compare it to the competition, and then rate it. Although the Shark IZ420UKT superficially looks like its predecessor, the Shark IZ320UKT, this new model retains the best features of the old cleaner and adds some new ones into the mix.Furthermore, the Shark vacuum cleaner is easy to manoeuvre around furniture and glides easily over the floor. This is mainly due to the two rollers on the left and right of the floor head and the movable joint. We have already described the DuoClean Anti Hair Wrap floor head in detail in the accessories chapter. Featuring three power settings, you can easily switch between carpet and floor modes using the controls on the handle. Plus, press the Boost trigger when you need an extra burst of power for tougher clean-ups.

The handling is actually the same as the setup. Operating the Stratos is intuitive. The operating elements are easily accessible on the handle. 🙂 Giving the dust bin a wipe to properly eradicate dust inside is a must with all bagless vacuums, and I've found that you probably only want to go about a month before you give a deeper clean to this vacuum. That's because the sensors in the CleanSense IQ head will stop working if they become clogged with dirt or dust, and you'll lose one of the merits of this very expensive vacuum. Comparison Since then the company has grown and expanded to include everything from fans and heaters to hair dryers and other hair styling products.Of course, this depends primarily on the height of the furniture. If your furniture leaves hardly any space below it, the Stratos more than likely won’t be able to clean under there.