Shark Corded Stick Vacuum Cleaner [HV390UK] Lightweight, Purple

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Used in its fully assembled mode it’s plenty easy enough to move around, attributable to the wheels, two rollers and its moderate suction power. The Energy label claims the HV390UKT emits 80dB of noise. That’s fairly quiet, if a long way from super-silent models.

Some final design flourishes to mention include the exceptionally long 10-metre cable and fold-up storage convenience. Yet in real-world use the results were more variable, and mostly for the better. In fact, only the aggressive Pet Tool bumped up the noise output, cresting 81dB on our sound meter. With the Crevice Tool and dusting brush attached directly to the body, the noise was a much quieter 77dB.This Shark is rated at only 450W, including the floorhead motor. Around this level of suction isn’t dissimilar to the power from the best cordless cleaners, including Shark’s own battery powered models, so don’t expect a big uplift in cleaning power for the cable-connected inconvenience.

The super-long 10-metre cable allowed us to get right to the top of our semi-spiral stairs in a single run, and performance of the pet tool is admirable. The motorised operation is far more consistent than air-powered ‘turbo’ brushes, and the rotation speed is far lower, ensuring a good clean without unnecessarily battering your carpet. Overall, a single pass or two delivers a good surface clean on carpet, and another pass or two clears the remaining debris. Edge cleaning is very good indeed. Shark Duo-Clean TruePet HV390UKT – How does it cope with pet hair?More manuals of Vacuum Cleaners Frequently Asked Questions about Shark HV390UK DuoClean Vacuum Cleaner With its twin rollers and own electric motor, the Duo-Clean floorhead is a big and weighty unit. This isn’t so much of an issue on floors, but using it single-handed on stairs requires some serious wrist strength.

Within EU regulations, Shark could have fitted a 750W motor and still had some watts left to power the floorhead. Using traditional motors that might have made the HV390UKT a little heavier, but not by much. Opportunity missed? We think so. Although, looking at it another way, it’s A+ energy rating means it’s greener and leaner on your electricity bill. The design of the HV390UKT might be excellent, but there are other things you’ll need to think about before you decide if this is the right one for you. For instance, how comfortable are you going to feel using the vacuum? Despite Shark’s intimation that you can use the main floorhead connected directly to the cleaner body on stairs, this isn’t an easy option or practical.

If you’re looking for something sleek and stylish, then Shark has got you covered with the HV390UKT. There’s no bulky cannister to worry about like with the average stand-up hoover. The slim profile means that this hoover is attractive and easier to store in tight cupboards. The tube portion of the hoover is also available in rose gold, which makes it totally on-trend for the current marketplace. Yet this Shark doesn’t offer improved suction over its cordless sibling, despite being mains-powered. Its very low-power (circa 400W) suction motor is half the EU power limit, and that shows in some of the test results. If you can live with the above then there’s plenty of versatility and cleaning ability here for a relatively attractive price. Verdict With a Pet-based name, the HV390UKT TruePet needed to display vet-level animal handling abilities. It didn’t disappoint.

To empty your canister, just press a button when aiming it over the bin. Remember, although the process for emptying the container isn’t hard, it’s also a bit messy. Thus, make sure you’re prepared for a plume of dust. There’s also a handy cable tidy included to keep your cord out of the way when you’re not using the machine. 3. Shark DuoClean Weight and Handling The bin can be emptied whilst still on the cleaner body or removed first, whichever you find easier. For general dust and debris, the bin’s large flap means everything falls out cleanly.The disadvantage of the Flexology tube is that the folding mechanism and flexible tube coupling add further weight. This is particularly noticeable when you reach for those pesky high-up cobwebs. The pistol grip is well behind the weight of the motor, too, leading to a very nose-heavy balance when you lift it ceilingward. Using a second hand for support is essential – and mind you don’t trip over that cable when looking up. The head is also very easy to clean out, thanks to a top-mounted removable cover and huge thumb clips. No need to find a coin to turn release-screws here. Fully assembled, the main floorhead is quiet, dampening air-rush noise too. The result was a very peaceful 73dB when cleaning hard floors and carpets on the highest (carpet) setting. Given this is how most people will use this cleaner most of the time, that’s a great result. To help you decide whether Shark’s approach to handling dirt, dust, and pet hair is right for you, we’ve put together this comprehensive review into the Shark Duo Clean corded vacuum with Flexology.