Shark HV322 Rocket Deluxe Pro Corded Stick Vacuum with LED Headlights, XL Dust Cup, Lightweight, Perfect for Pet Hair Pickup, Converts to a Hand Vacuum, with Pet Attachments, Bordeaux/Silver

Fantastic small room vacuum, much better than I expected.
I have a big Rainbow vacuum that I use to clean the entire house. I love the Rainbow because it uses water as a filtering medium, so suction remains strong no matter how dirty the “filter” gets and it effectively gets a new “filter” every time it’s used. Its only downside is that it’s large and bulky, so if I have to vacuum a small section (like, a carpet runner in a hallway) it’s a bit of an ordeal to take out and set up.My basement has been converted to a space for my teenage daughter. Most of it is bare concrete (epoxy coated) but there’s some carpeting here and there. Further, my daughter’s pet rabbit makes its home in the basement so there’s a fair amount of rabbit fur and debris (hay, bits of chewed cardboard, etc) around its area. My daughter has been “okay” with keeping the floors clean but since the Rainbow is big and bulky it wasn’t as good as it should have been. So I went shopping for a small yet effective vacuum to handle this job and this Shark is where I landed.Truthfully I wasn’t expecting very much, but after the first use I was shocked by how good it actually is. I wouldn’t use it to clean the floors of the whole house (I can’t see it’s nearly-all-plastic construction lasting as long as my 35+ year old Rainbow) but I would absolutely use this for a small apartment. Or, of course, our basement.Assembly was insanely easy. I didn’t have to refer to the owner’s manual for anything, although after I used it I did check it out just to see if I was missing any features (I wasn’t). The pieces simply slide and lock into place very securely, and are easy enough to disconnect/disassemble as needed. There are several well-marked, large release latches for this.I particularly liked how the power switch works. For hardwood (or concrete) floors, moving the switch to the first position enables the sweeper on the power head as well as suction, so you’re not relying on JUST suction to pick up dirt. For carpeted floors, moving the switch forward enables the beater bar to really get into the carpet fibers. My daughter’s pet rabbit roams an area of about 250 square feet, of which about half is carpeted and it hadn’t been vacuumed in probably a month. After using this vacuum on it for the first time we filled the collection bin with bits of hay and rabbit fur and the carpet looked every bit as clean as when I use the Rainbow on it.The LED lights on the vacuum head is a nice touch, allowing you to more easily see dirt and debris on the floor (just look for the long shadows). Removing the power head doesn’t make you blind, however, as there’s a second LED on the vacuum motor that lights the area you’re working on.The vacuum head isn’t very tall at all, and the hose bends down enough to allow absolutely flat operation. Using this I was able to get under low-lying furniture like my daughter’s desk and the nearby shelf units.Suction power is also very good, and consistent throughout its run. I expected the vacuum to be more like the handheld Dustbuster-type vacs we have in the house where power diminishes very quickly as the filter clogs up, but no. Power stayed consistent and strong even with a pretty sold mass of rabbit fur and straw filling the collection bin.Three things I don’t like about it, but are minor things overall.First, it comes with a storage hook cast into the casing which is nice, but the matching hook for the wall is an extra-cost item. It’s available on Amazon for an additional $24 or you can get an identical third-party unit for less than half. For a nearly-$200 vacuum cleaner, it’s inexcusable for Shark to demand additional money for this piece.Second, it’s top-heavy. Now, this isn’t a shock considering the nature of the unit and I’m not exactly penalizing it for being what it is. But it does mean that when you’re done using it for the moment (like, you want to unplug it, or you just need to move some furniture around) you’re really going to want to just lay it down on the floor. More than once did I try to lean it against the wall only to have it slide down. If I wasn’t paying attention it would have hit the floor hard (top-heavy, remember?) and probably damaged the plastics, which includes the collection bin.And third, the vacuum head doesn’t have really good suction on the sides so cleaning the edges and corners of stairs isn’t nearly as effective as cleaning the stair itself. You’ll be removing the vacuum head to get into those nooks and crannies.Still, even with those issues I’d buy it again.

Just what I needed
I have the top end Miele cannister vac, but I found I was avoiding using it because it is cumbersome. I’m in my ’70’s and, ugh, i just didn’t want to lift and drag it around. I live with two cats and a dog — vacuuming is essential! I’ve had two dyson vacs and both of them broke, didn’t keep charge….expensive and worthless. I could not be happier with this Shark corded stick vacuum. It sucks up hair, dirt, everything. It is easy to use and very, very efficient. Glad I took the leap and bought it.

Elegí esta aspiradora por recomendación de un compañero de trabajo. Resultó muy útil. Tengo dos habitaciones que constantemente se ensucian de polvo por tener las ventanas abiertas. Tenemos mascotas en casa y siempre hay pelo de gato en todos lados. Es fácil de usar y succiona muy bien los pelos de las mascotas. Se limpia fácil y es muy practica.

The Shark Rocket TruePet Ultra-Light Upright (HV322) vacuum cleaner has truly exceeded my expectations. From the moment I started using it, I was blown away by its exceptional performance. Its ultra-light design makes maneuvering around my home a breeze, and the powerful suction capabilities are simply outstanding.One of the standout features of this vacuum is its TruePet motorized brush, which effortlessly tackles pet hair and debris on both carpets and hard floors. As a pet owner, this has been a game-changer for me. The advanced swivel steering allows me to effortlessly reach even the most challenging corners and under furniture, ensuring a thorough clean every time.I also appreciate the versatility of the Shark Rocket HV322, as it easily converts into a handheld vacuum for smaller tasks. The bagless design and easy-to-empty dust cup are convenient and cost-effective. It’s a reliable, durable, and efficient cleaning companion. If you’re in the market for a vacuum that combines power, versatility, and lightweight convenience, the Shark Rocket TruePet Ultra-Light Upright (HV322) is an excellent choice that I highly recommend.

There is nothing that we dislike about this vacuum .We have owned a Dyson for years but battery keeps on dying. We did not like the price for a new Dyson. As we had heard good things about shark vacuums and this one had good reviews and for the price we thought why not.Picks up great. it makes no more noise than the Dyson. Plus, we like the fact the container that collects the dust and other bits and bobs empties out really easy and is washable.