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Carpets full of dog hair, dust bunnies under the bed, a vacuum that clogs and tangles? Shark Stratos has Shark’s best hair pickup and lifts away for stairs and furniture.
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Quick Verdict
Shark Stratos Upright Vacuum
AZ3002 with DuoClean PowerFins HairPro, HEPA seal and odor neutralizer
If you have carpets and pets, this is one of the best uprights you can buy. Shark says it has ultra-powerful suction and the best hair pickup of any Shark vacuum, DuoClean PowerFins HairPro uses two brushrolls for carpets and hard floors, the self-cleaning brushroll prevents hair wrap, and Powered Lift-Away lets you clean under furniture and stairs. The Anti-Allergen Complete Seal with HEPA keeps dust inside.
- Shark’s best hair pickup (Shark rating)
- DuoClean PowerFins HairPro: two brushrolls
- Self-cleaning brushroll with no hair wrap
- Powered Lift-Away + Pet Power Brush for stairs and furniture
- Heavier than a cordless stick
- Corded
- Takes more storage space
Best for: Homes with carpets, rugs and shedding pets.
Skip it if: You want a light cordless vacuum for quick cleanups.
The Problem It Solves
Pet hair works deep into carpets and wraps around ordinary brushrolls. A powerful upright with self-cleaning brushrolls pulls it out in one pass, so the whole house is done faster.
At a Glance
| Feature | Shark Stratos |
|---|---|
| Suction | Ultra-powerful (Shark rating) |
| Brushrolls | DuoClean PowerFins HairPro |
| Pet hair | Self-cleaning, no wrap + Pet Power Brush |
| Lift-Away | Powered, for under furniture and stairs |
| Filtration | Anti-Allergen Complete Seal + HEPA |
Daily Use: What It Is Really Like
Plug in once and do the whole floor without a battery running out. Lift the pod away for stairs and sofa cushions, and the LED headlights show dust under furniture.
Who It’s For (and Who It Isn’t)
Great for: dog and cat owners, homes with lots of carpet, allergy sufferers.
Not for: small apartments with only hard floors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shark Stratos good for pet hair?
Yes. Shark says it has the best hair pickup of any Shark vacuum, with a self-cleaning brushroll and a Pet Power Brush.
Is it corded?
Yes. It is a corded upright, so it never runs out of battery.
Can it clean stairs and furniture?
Yes. Powered Lift-Away and the included tools handle stairs, upholstery and under furniture.
Is it good for allergies?
It has an Anti-Allergen Complete Seal with a HEPA filter.