SharkNinja has announced the Shark PowerDetect Transformer, a new corded upright vacuum built around a three-in-one design. It is an unusual entry in the upright category because Shark has reworked the basic upright layout so the vacuum can operate as a full-size upright, a lighter stick-style cleaner, and a detachable handheld system.
The Shark PowerPro Flex Pet Plus impressed us with excellent debris pickup, strong carpet deep-cleaning performance, and useful features like FloorDetect and the MultiFLEX wand. However, below-average power metrics, poor crevice cleaning, and a failed filtration test make it difficult to recommend at its current price.
Shark has unveiled its new CarpetForce carpet cleaner lineup, featuring lightweight upright carpet cleaners designed for deep cleaning and easier storage. The new CarpetForce HairPro EX551 also expands Shark’s HairPro technology, which has appeared in previous Shark carpet-cleaning products reviewed by Vacuum Wars. Learn what’s new and how the CarpetForce models fit into Shark’s growing carpet cleaner portfolio.
Vacuum Wars names the best carpet cleaners for June 2026 based on stain-removal testing, suction and extraction performance, usability, and owner satisfaction. This month, the Shark CarpetXpert EX151 earns both Best Overall and Best Value honors thanks to its combination of premium performance and a recent price reduction, while the Bissell TurboClean Pet XL remains our Best Budget pick.
Our June 2026 Best Upright Vacuums roundup highlights the top-performing upright vacuums we’ve tested, including the Shark Performance Powered Lift-Away UV2500, Bissell Pet Hair Eraser DualBrush, and Kenmore Bagless Lift-Up DU5092. Rankings are based on independent Vacuum Wars testing, feature analysis, and consumer satisfaction data to identify the best Overall, Value, and Budget upright vacuums available today.
Shark is giving floor care a design-focused refresh with the launch of its new Home Luxe Collection. The lineup introduces eight premium colorways across select Shark PowerDetect robot and cordless vacuums, including the PowerDetect UV Reveal robot vacuum and PowerDetect Speed cordless vacuum. The collection aims to blend high-performance cleaning with finishes designed to complement modern home interiors.
Vacuum Wars reveals the best carpet cleaners for May 2026, including the Shark CarpetXpert EX151 as Best Overall, the Hoover PowerScrub Deluxe as Best Value, and the Bissell TurboClean Pet XL as Best Budget. See how each model performed in our latest stain, suction, and usability testing.
Vacuum Wars reveals the best cordless vacuums for May 2026, including our top picks for overall performance, best value, and best budget. Based on independent testing of more than 110 cordless vacuums, this guide breaks down how each model performed in cleaning tests, battery efficiency, usability, features, and more.
The Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal introduces several new features, including UV-based stain detection that enables targeted extra mopping. After purchasing and testing it extensively across multiple scenarios, we assess its strengths, weaknesses, and whether it stands out as Sharkâs best robot vacuum to date.
The Shark CarpetXpert EX151 occupies a unique middle ground in Sharkâs latest lineup, aiming to combine the simplicity of lightweight models with the performance of higher-end machines. We purchased and tested it in-house to evaluate whether it can deliver flagship-level results at a lower price point.