How effective a vacuum is at removing dust, dirt and debris from your home’s floors depends on the relationship between the stubbornness of the surface and the suction power of the vacuum. While weaker vacuum cleaners make the process harder and more time-consuming, strong vacuum cleaners save you time and effort, allowing you to clean efficiently and methodically.
What’s more, modern advancements in vacuum cleaners mean there are high suction vacuums in all types, shapes and sizes – from corded vacuums to cordless and handheld.
Keep reading to learn which Shark vacuums have the most powerful suction, what vacuum features actually mean, and when suction power should be your priority.
Understanding voltage and wattage overall for vacuums
Firstly, when choosing a vacuum, it’s important to understand and check its specifications. Each high suction vacuum has its own strengths and will be specifically designed to suit different lifestyles and spaces. To help you find the vacuum that best suits you, we’ll explain what voltage and wattage mean below.
Voltage
Voltage is the force that drives the flow of electricity around your vacuum to operate it. The voltage of a strong vacuum cleaner either comes from being plugged into the wall or from a rechargeable battery. Voltage can drop slightly when your vacuum’s battery is low, which is why it’s important to place your corded or handheld vacuum back on its charger when you’re finished cleaning.
Wattage
Wattage (W) is a unit that’s commonly used to express a vacuum cleaner’s power. Watts measures the amount of power a vacuum cleaner’s motors can produce. Generally, the strongest suction vacuums will have more watts, but more watts don’t always mean more suction – suction power can be influenced by a vacuum’s design.
Which Shark vacuum has the most powerful suction?
Suction power is one of the key specifications to consider when purchasing a vacuum. The higher the suction power of a vacuum, the more comprehensively the vacuum can clean a surface. At Shark, we have a variety of high suction vacuums in every type – and in a range of prices to suit all budgets.
Below, we’ll pinpoint the strongest suction vacuum among our corded, cordless and handheld vacuums and explain why powerful suction can be useful for you.
Corded vacuum
Because corded vacuums are plugged into the wall, they usually have the strongest suction vacuum out of all categories. This is why they’re great to use if you have a big home or workspace, with lots of carpet to cover.
Our corded vacuum with the highest suction power is the Shark PowerDetect Corded Upright. Designed with advanced cleaning technology, this vacuum senses hidden dirt and debris – and will automatically boost its suction to capture it.
Cordless vacuum
Nowadays, many cordless vacuums are as powerful as traditional vacuums, but have the added benefit of being easier to manoeuvre. Cordless vacuums are quick and convenient, as you can start vacuuming without needing to plug in first – allowing you to start straight away and navigate your space with ease.
The best suction cordless vacuum in the Shark range is the Shark Stratos Cordless Pet Pro Vacuum Plus with Clean Sense IQ. Clean Sense IQ powers the vacuum, allowing it to boost suction power when needed to pick up dirt. With 120 minutes of runtime, this vacuum is suitable for small and large spaces alike.
Handheld vacuum
Compact, light and ergonomic, handheld vacuums are all about maximising ease of use. Given their size, they’re still extremely strong vacuum cleaners that are great at what they’re designed for – giving you the ability to clean furniture, car seats, small messes and tight spaces.
The Shark WANDVAC Power Max is our strongest suction vacuum that’s handheld. Packed with power, this vacuum is a fantastic solution to everyday messes. It also features four attachment tools, so you can quickly clean pet hair, upholstery, or the tight crevices between your walls and floors.
When you should prioritise suction power
Having a strong vacuum cleaner is a great thing, enabling you to clean a variety of surfaces deeply and efficiently. Although, whether you need your vacuum to have high suction power depends on your specific cleaning needs.
We have a variety of vacuum tips to clean your home, whether you need to vacuum a large space with multiple floors or a single piece of furniture. Below, learn when suction power should be your focus when choosing your next vacuum.
Your home has thick or high-pile carpets
Plush carpets are great for comfort. Being soft and fluffy in texture, they’re usually placed in lounges and bedrooms. Their only drawback is that their long fibres and high piles allow more space for dirt to rest and embed into the carpet. If you have high-pile carpets anywhere in your home, opt for a high suction vacuum.
You own a pet
If you have pets, you’ll know their hair can quickly accumulate on your floor and furniture. Some carpet textures may even cling to pet hair, making it difficult to dislodge and remove.
If you have pets, we recommend going with a strong vacuum cleaner like the Shark Stratos XL Pet Pro. Featuring an odour neutraliser, self-cleaning brushroll and multi-surface tool, this vacuum is designed to eliminate pet hair and purify your floors.
You have allergies
Common allergens like pollen, dust mites, mould and pet dander can rest on your carpet or furniture. Learning how often you should truly vacuum your home will protect anyone with allergies in your home. Generally, vacuuming once or twice a week with a high suction vacuum will maintain the air quality and general comfort of your living spaces.
Cleaning your home is made simple with a strong vacuum cleaner and an efficient process. To get the most from your vacuum, learn how to maintain your vacuum when you have pets.
