@@jkadoodle no, I do not. If you also sound like that - which I'm assuming you do as you seem to be taking this personally - then you need an actual life, not just Bethany.
My dad bought this exact vacuum about three or so months ago, easily one of our favorites I've used over the past decade. Handles pet hair like a champ and I love the adjustable airflow option for carpet or hard floors. Shark knocked it out of the park with this one.
@@DamienPainter Shark is horrible. I seen plenty of vacuum reviews and owned one years ago. I had a Dyson years ago too but I moved and got rid of it. Later I got a eureka but that didn't last long. After many reviews I realized that going back to bag vacuums are actually better. I recently got a Hoover WindTunnel MAX and it works really good. The problem with some other brands is reliability, parts availability and loss of performance. After watching many reviews from professional vacuum maintenance technicians, I realized that a decent bagged vacuum will sustain suction for longer and is less messy. I settled on the Hoover because they are fairly reliable and have some maintenance features that are thought out pretty well.
@@robertlawrence9000Awwww another Shark hater. Junk? It's the best vacuum I've ever used and blew away the Dyson animal 3 I had. This and the vertex are the vest Anyone calling Shark junk has absolutely no idea what they're talking about
@@el34glo59 Well since I owned both, I can tell you that Shark sucks. I seen many reviews from professionals and that's why I went with a bagged Hoover vaccuum.
I own 6 cats, and I got the Vertex when it came out! LOVE the Vertex! I didn't see much difference between the new Stratos and the Vertex so I'm not opting an upgrade. The only thing I'd like to see Shark improve is the hose... it's rather short and on all my Sharks it tends to tip over the unit when just using the attachments. It's due to the strong suction, which is good, but I've done damage to walls and furniture when the big thing tips over, which is every time I use it in attachment mode without removing the lift away. For those wanting an easy deordizing trick, put your favorite scent drops on cotton balls and put them in the canister empty. It works, even though it's hepa filtered. No need to invest just because of the deodorizer upgrade, which as far as I can tell is the only difference between the Vertex and Stratos... color variation as well but I like the blue brushes on the Vertex better anyway. The vacuums are excellent and have given Dyson a good competitor's run since they started. Can't beat that double roll vacuum head, it's what makes the Shark far superior to the Dyson, where you have to change heads to go from hard to carpet flooring. Most need range to high range vacuums are plenty enough in suction to satisfy a typical homeowner. The under appliance attachment is great for me as my cats constantly end up with their mice and balls under my freezer and fridge... it doesn't suck them up but gets their hair which will cause plugging of fridge vent and painful break down of the appliance if you don't keep it clean. You don't need to suck the dust off the moon, just out of your room...Dyson was revolutionary in their release way back when but now, they just keep adding gadget stuff like Lazer lights, which doesn't really get the dust up better it just shows you it can, which any light will do. So in the end if you get the Vertex for slightly cheaper, you'll get what this model can do... no need to pay for upgraded price for basically the same vacuum. Great review, thanks again!! Smiles and blessings...
Both great vacuums. Loved my vertex. Only reason I got the Stratos is my Vertex broke and I found a crazy deal for $260, for the entire Stratos pet package. Comes with every attachment, the scent replacers, the steam mop, etc. Brand new. Or I just would have bought another Vertex. Either way they're both the best vacuumes I've ever used
To be honest with the review, I wouldn't pick up cereal and kibble on hard floor with the floor vac.. I'd use the wand feature, which I'm sure is more effective anyway.
Wow, thoroughly impressed with this vacuum! Minus the price factor, it seems like a worthwhile investment in the long-term for most pet owners, and I would imagine so more for those with multiple pets. Happy to see Bailey in another video, as well! Great review as always!
Sharks aren’t worth it. Dyson and shark aren’t the only vacuum brands. It staggers me no end that people won’t do more than 10 minutes or research before dropping hundreds. Even less research than that will reveal shark is a garbage brand.
Oh my goodness Bailey is looking so much like your other golden as she gets older. I don't remember her name anymore cause it's been so long but she was a treat to see as well.
I *LOVE* the Shark Lift-Away. I have parrots and they throw seed, pellets & food everywhere! In addition, the dust from their feathers lands on everything including the furniture. This machine has the power after a few years to keep up with the daily demand. If you’re in the market for a new vacuum get a Shark Lift-Away!
Not being a dog person (actually, I am afraid of dogs) I at first didn't plan to watch this video, but I'm glad I did. Bailey is such a good girl. So much kindness in her eyes. And the vacuum looks like a very good product.
I just purchased this vac. Great review, LOVE Bailey! We have 8 Bernese Mtn Dogs, so we have a lot of hair! Great to see that Bailey is an older dog, and it looks like she is doing great! thanks for your insights!
Hey James, I gotta appreciate you not compressing or turning the volume of the vacuum down for the video! It sure did make my ears ring loudly! Lol cool vacuum though. But wear hearing pro if you use it or hopefully it’s just not as loud in real life as it was in the video. 😳
It would be way to heavy for me. At that price it's a not for me too. Bailey is just the sweetest dog a person can have, so is Elle. Our little Abby is getting old and it's heartbreaking to think of her not with us any longer. Thanks for the review, James. Have a great week! 🥰🥰
It’s not heavy at all. I have some medical problems and my muscles are weak. I can lift it with zero difficulties. I got mine (not this exact model. No pet tools) during the holidays last year for $100.00!
@@ShirlBussman I also have spine issues from my neck to my sacrum. I don’t have the fancy one he’s reviewing but the one I got was originally $225.00. It is in the Lift-away line Shark has. This is my second one in 10years with numerous pets.
So I just got my shark STRATOS130 I use this code on the shark website and got this unit for $299. I was concerned after watching other reviews from vacuum snobs. I am more than satisfied after getting it out of the box and using it. I’ve had Dysons, Hoover’s and I just did not want to go spend $700-$1500 on sebo or mila. Best vacuum I’ve purchased under $400!
We’ve owned many Shark vacuums, all have outperformed others. As a Sheltie breeder, dog hair is an issue. My biggest complaint has always been cleaning the roller heads. Your video has sold me on purchasing the new model. Excellent review.
That the problem. You have owned many. That’s the issue with shark. They are disposable. Buy a vacuum you only need one of. One that doesn’t last a year before breaking.
It would be interesting to see the Stratos vs long human hair. All of the vacuums I’ve used get hair around the roller like the older Apex vacuum first use.
My mom owns the Apex model. Excellent vacuum and great warranty service. She followed all filter instructions but the old motor was overheating after a year at the time. She didn't know at the time that it came with a 5 year warranty. It saved us a lot of money. After following troubleshooting and going over what we done to try to remedy the issue before coming to them they approved a replacement of the whole motor part. Part looks just like new and haven't had an issue since. Instead of returning the old motor they just told us to recycle it at our local junk yard, which I did.
Alright now nice vacuum from Shark... Stratos is really good it appears to pickup pet hair or long human hair strands , without bunching up and knotting onto the roller.... This is the most important feature for a vacuum , regretted not getting this roller feature when I purchased our second Shark ..Lightweight Lift-Away model... First one was a Shark Navigator Heavy-Duty this was by far the best vacuum under $200 , only thing was the real heavy weight of the machine although the power roller easily propelled the vacuum forward ! Next the roller was a super heavy duty cleaning machine, with long lasting bristles although long hair was an issue... The Lightweight Lift-Away is a decently light to control vacuum , the filters are tucked out of the way preventing mass dirt build up.... The two major issues are for one the suction hose won't properly stretch out thus resulting in always tipping over...Plus the second major issue the cord always gets run over or caught up in the vacuum , Why is there no automatic cord retrieval / wind-up for staggered lengths 10 feet , 20 feet etc... This missing feature alone is mandatory for my next purchase , plus can't do without the no-hair knotting rollers on a vacuum.... Now just waiting for Walmart's the big special offer on Vacuums to drop for under $300 Dollars ... Yes I'll be running fast and hard to purchase the Shark Stratos !
I really like Shark vacuums but my one main gripe has always been the super high clearance of the canister part so it's hard to get under tables/beds despite the low profile of the front.... so that powered lift away feature is awesome. This might be my next vacuum.
@Good Gremlin Media try not being so rude and elitist especially over vacuums. The shark I used for a couple years worked well although I had a few gripes with it. Not everyone has the budget to "get out of Walmart" when vacuum shipping. In the end what does it matter? Are you pulling out your uber expensive vacuum to show off to your friends and brag about how much it costs? Probably not and if so that would be kinda weird. I had a $35 *walmart* Bissell that lasted longer and honestly worked better than any other vacuum I've owned.. it was a light weight plastic piece of crap but it never busted up on me, I just wore out the cord.
@@spaceishigh No. it’s not elitist to spend $800 on a vacuum that lasts 20 years. How is that elitist. It’s financially responsible? That $50 Bissell might suck up dirt but it’s actually dirtying the air as it goes. An unsealed vacuum is a glorified dust relocator. If you have the money to buy a new vacuum every year then you have the money to buy one vacuum that lasts 20 years. Hell you can buy a $200 used Riccar from the Vibrance platform that will last you a decade if you change the belts, brushes, and maintain it properly. You don’t need a small fortune to have a clean home. Just common sense and knowing what you are buying helps too.
I'm still using the Dyson I bought in 2015 it still works as good as it did new. My only complaint is long hair from 3 women and sewing thread wrap around the beater bar. Dog hair from 3 dogs German Shepherd and 2 Shiba Inu's is no problem. I've vacuumed drywall dust, flour, powdered sugar, saw dust with my Dyson no problem.
Thank you!!! We have two Golden Retrievers so I automatically love this review testing it against them. Our old cordless shark eventually succumbed - so we have ordered this as a replacement
Bought this vacuum after being continually frustrated with the lack of performance from my dirt devil vacuum. Arrived yesterday, cleaned yesterday. I was very very impressed with the performance of this vacuum! Thanks for reviewing this vacuum.
I am considering getting this for a review. But $500 is to much for a shark. Most Dysons cost that. Sharks are good but have two major flaws. There cyclone systems are almost useless and mean the filters get clogged with dirt very fast. Two is that Sharks warranty service is basically nonexistent. So good luck getting help from them. Trust me I have reviewed hundreds of vacuums over 5 years.
I've had the cordless Vertex for almost two years, and while I have to say I do absolutely love it, you're spot on with the filters getting dirty very fast. I believe they say to clean the pre-motor filter should be washed monthly, but I find I need to do it twice a month. Maybe I'm just anal about it, but it always seems filthy after a couple weeks.
@@eric3529 I have the cordless vertex too. With regular use I clean the filters every two weeks. I also have the Dyson v15 which I forgot to clean the filters for months and they were still clean.
Thanks for the information, my apex just stopped working and honestly it’s the best vacuum I’ve had, but looking for an upgrade this stratos sounds very convenient! Little expensive but I think is worthy
Best vacuum I've ever owned. Your review reveals exactly what I've experienced using the Stratos. The steam mop works fine, but the upgrade (S7001TGT) is the one you want. Too bad Shark only sends customers the S1000 mop.
I just got the Shark Stratos Ultralight Corded Stick Vacuum for only $219!!! Brand new. I'm in LOVE!!!! OMG, it's so powerful and amazing!! Unbelievable suction power on both hard floors and carpet!!! I prefer corded stick vacuums over cordless to maintain constant suction and power and air flow. It's more of a pain for the battery to die mid-cleaning than deal with a cord. But the Stratos corded stick has 30' of cord and goes a longggggg way, so it had a cordless feel to it. I have a Sirena water filtration vacuum that I LOVE for heavy-duty total home cleaning, but the Stratos corded stick is excellent for in-between cleanings. I cleaned just my stairs first with my Stratos and had a dust cup full of pet hair before I even finished my stairs!!!! Like WOW!!! Used the same pet turbo brush with PowerFins that you showed and no hair wrap! The only drawback on the Stratos stick is a very small dirt cup. But it has fully-sealed HEPA filtration. YAY! So I'd definitely get this Stratos lift away upright for sure if I didn't already have my $800 Sirena. Thanks for the review! Stratos looks like the best Shark out there!!!! And right now it's on sale at Shark website for only $299!!!
I love shark vacuums. They have the best technology. I bought the Duoclean NV835 over 4 years ago and honestly sometimes I wish it would break down so I have an excuse to buy one of these new powerfin models. Mine is excellent at picking up pet hair and human hair but it tangles in the brush roll every time. No matter how much I abuse it though it still works like new.
Best technology? Seriously? What are you basing this one. There’s so many other brands out there that work better and last longer? Sounds like your vacuum knowledge is limited to what you can get at target.
I have the apex like you do. It’s powerful but it drives me crazy the amount of pet hair that gets wrapped around the brush roll. The small bin is also annoying. Before I saw this video I was considering the dyson ball animal or multi floor. Due to the steep price tag of both and already having a pricy shark I’d love your thoughts on the stratos vs the dyson ball. Thanks for great content.
I have the dyson, it is several years old, but have hated it since day 1. Was advised at the vacuum store not to get it, but I had a couple of friends that recommended. Paid alot more than this shark and didnt like it at all.
The Dyson feels very cheap for the price. Very thin plastic; especially on the handle. I've opened 3 different Dyson's (Animal Ball Extra, V15, and V10) to set up displays that had broken attachments or parts. Dyson has a far better cyclone and doesn't make the pre motor filters dirty as quickly as Sharks do. The ball swivel on the Dyson's does make it agile, but also makes the vacuum incredibly clunky and tall at the floor head. Dyson does not perform as well on hard floors as the Duo Clean Sharks, but does a better job getting embedded dirt out of carpet. Both do amazing with hair. I've never opened a Shark that had any broken parts. They're still made of cheap plastic, but the plastic is nowhere near as chintzy or thin. The Sharks also are far more versatile. The Powered Lift-Away function makes it three vacuums in one. The Swivel head on the Sharks are more agile in my opinion and don't make the vacuum feel needlessly bulky. They both have incredible suction, but I'd say Shark narrowly edges the Dyson out. They're both designed to be disposable. Replacement parts are far and few in-between. I feel the Shark will last longer with proper maintenance, but we're not talking about lasting anywhere near as long as a German vacuum. If you have more carpet and live in a dusty or sandy area? Buy the Dyson. If you have a lot of hard flooring, furniture to clean under, stairs, or pets? Get the Shark.
Hey James, that seems like a really good vacuum but I have a question. All these vacuums talk a good game about pet hair and not getting caught on the rollers etc. What about long human hair? My wife loses hair so much I make jokes saying I re-tiled the bathroom and took out the shag carpet lol. I use a really good vacuum we have and her hair gets caught all the time in the rollers. Maybe test with some long hair cheap wigs?
I was debating between the newer soft roll brush vs the old brushing system and I decided with the old brush system since it’s more efficient on hard floors
i hate bag-less as they tend to lose suction with in a few min as the filters are plugged up from dust and so on i will keep using bagged vacs when vacing in the house.
Pay the extra money for a shark, they're def worth it and work perfect. I own a rotator pro pet and even though it's almost 5 yrs old still works perfect with weekly use.
This is the kind of vacuum I would want. I broke a cheap Eureka one years ago because of hair wrap around the roller. I didn't know until that vacuum that hair wrap breakage was a thing. I have quite a bit of hair that falls out when I'm styling and I think this would do the trick. I do also really like the lift away aspect for under low furniture which I do have and my current vacuum doesn't fit under there. Lastly I am intrigued by the filter that supposedly eliminates vacuum odors. My current vacuum started to smell really bad after awhile which is one of the major reasons why I got a new one. I got the Bissell Pet Hair Eraser but haven't been able to test it out yet. The price between that one and the Stratos is a major factor in why I wouldn't buy this one. Seems to be a major upgrade in features though from the Apex. So glad to see Bailey be the star of another video. She looked very happy to donate hair to the vacuum cause.
LOL I've owned 2 Goldens, one of them, I named HaHa, but sadly he got cancer at age 5 and had to be put to sleep. My other one, AU is 8 years old now. (Au is the chemical name for gold, and sounds a lot like Hey You). Goldens shed more than any dog I've ever had...especially when they blow their coats twice a year. It seems like for about 2 weeks each time you have 15 dogs shedding in the house rather than just 1 golden. I've been using a 12 amp Eureka, that on the vacuum itself has a big sticker that claimers "Better than Dyson at 1/2 the price" I paid about $110 dollars for it 10 years ago and it really has impressed me....great suction power and picks up golden retriever hair wonderfully. I do love that Shark though...it is more versatile as far as how one can make it a portable with one click, and the bucket looks easier to dump. And wow...no hair on the rollers! My Eureka can't do that. Also, hair inside of the Eureka's canister gets caught between the container and the 'hurricane funnels' at the top of the canister...So I have to reach up, and with my fingers snag and pull clumps of hair from that area.
We still have the shark slim thats still kicking butt! Love your reviews!! What a beautiful dog you have as well can't go wrong with Bailey in your review!!
The hardest thing to test is how much of the embedded fur does it pull out. Traditionally, it requires a high suction/airflow vacuum with bristles that extend deep into the carpet pile. The best vacuum I have found for this is a Kirby with either the pet brush-roll or the firm brush roll. However, Kirby vacuums are only really practical for carpet. What I mean by that is that they can* clean virtually everything else, but the Kirby has to be converted to use the hose attachments or the hose and hard floor tool for hard floors. Kirbys do not store the hose or any of the tools on-board. However, they are built out of metal - like a tank. They are like those vacuums from decades ago that are built well, are super powerful, and last for decades. I keep one stored in the closet for the occasional once-a-month deep cleaning of the carpet. I use my Miele C3 canister all other times. If I want to use an upright and need to clean more than just the carpet, I typically use the Shark. If I am vacuuming up heavy duty stuff, like debris from a construction job, I use the Kirby.
Thank you for another great comparison. I am on a quest for a cordless that word as well as a corded vacuum. I have several in my basement as my closet won’t hold them all LOL I’m at the point I have them delivered at my neighbors so hubby won’t say “OH NO NOT ANOTHER VACUUM HaHa!!!! Although he is right and I need to stop! Love your channel, you are so helpful especially with all my gadget buys
I own a shark too its an older model but I like it. Just got a shark for work too. Here's the catch: vacuums always work fantastic tight out of the box. The true test is use 30 to 200.
good thorough review as usual james but i will be more interested to see how well its performing in a years time. These things are usually great out of the box but over time can wear and lose suction etc, so should be relevant in another year.Were there any removable filters to clean as in my current shark vacuum ( unless i missed that part lol ) cheers
I've got a Shark Duo that I bought in 2017, and it still picks up as good as it did when it was new. I've never had a problem with it. It's doesn't handle pet hair as well as the newer models, but otherwise picks up dirt/debris just as well.
You should have also pushed and rubbed the hair into the carpet for a test. Just dropping it on top in a clump is too easy. It’s picking up individual, embedded hairs that is a challenge.
As someone formerly owned by a pure-bred Maine Coon, a self-cleaning roller is definitely what is needed, and made me want to give up my old Dyson Animal. That said, 8:37 did seem to have a clump of pet hair tangled tightly around the roller, albeit just in the one spot. Still way better than how my old Dyson's roller gets so full of hair.
As a pet owner and Freakin Reviews fan, these videos are ALWAYS my favorite. Bailey is such a queen for putting up with all that. :)
If I remember correctly Daisy does not like vacuums and she’s the oldest out of the goldens. Then Elle completes the doggie trio.
Yes she steals the show !
@@BethanyAnnette91
@@PRDreams you need to take a break from the internet and look in the mirror for a while
@@jkadoodle no, I do not. If you also sound like that - which I'm assuming you do as you seem to be taking this personally - then you need an actual life, not just Bethany.
Bless Baileys heart! She’s a good girl who’s always willing to help. Golden retriever pac man😂😂😂😂😂😂
I know she’s so darn cute. Sniffing the camera. Lol 😂. She’s like do I get yummy treats after this?
If i may ask what is the name of the brush you use on your golden retriever bailey please let me no thanks
I hope Bailey was rewarded with her favorite treat for donating fur for the video.😂
My dad bought this exact vacuum about three or so months ago, easily one of our favorites I've used over the past decade. Handles pet hair like a champ and I love the adjustable airflow option for carpet or hard floors. Shark knocked it out of the park with this one.
It's junk
@@robertlawrence9000Someone's mad they can't afford one lol
@@DamienPainter Shark is horrible. I seen plenty of vacuum reviews and owned one years ago. I had a Dyson years ago too but I moved and got rid of it. Later I got a eureka but that didn't last long. After many reviews I realized that going back to bag vacuums are actually better. I recently got a Hoover WindTunnel MAX and it works really good. The problem with some other brands is reliability, parts availability and loss of performance. After watching many reviews from professional vacuum maintenance technicians, I realized that a decent bagged vacuum will sustain suction for longer and is less messy. I settled on the Hoover because they are fairly reliable and have some maintenance features that are thought out pretty well.
@@robertlawrence9000Awwww another Shark hater. Junk? It's the best vacuum I've ever used and blew away the Dyson animal 3 I had. This and the vertex are the vest
Anyone calling Shark junk has absolutely no idea what they're talking about
@@el34glo59 Well since I owned both, I can tell you that Shark sucks. I seen many reviews from professionals and that's why I went with a bagged Hoover vaccuum.
We need more vacuum reviews if it gets us more Bailey screen time.
Agreed!
Bailey was so curious about her disappearing fur 💛
Bailey is too cute ... James, watching you vacuum up everything especially Bailey's hair was so satisfying ... We all value your reviews, thank you .
Also really good to see Bailey and Elle. Glad they both still seem to be doing ok 😁👍
I own 6 cats, and I got the Vertex when it came out! LOVE the Vertex! I didn't see much difference between the new Stratos and the Vertex so I'm not opting an upgrade. The only thing I'd like to see Shark improve is the hose... it's rather short and on all my Sharks it tends to tip over the unit when just using the attachments. It's due to the strong suction, which is good, but I've done damage to walls and furniture when the big thing tips over, which is every time I use it in attachment mode without removing the lift away. For those wanting an easy deordizing trick, put your favorite scent drops on cotton balls and put them in the canister empty. It works, even though it's hepa filtered. No need to invest just because of the deodorizer upgrade, which as far as I can tell is the only difference between the Vertex and Stratos... color variation as well but I like the blue brushes on the Vertex better anyway. The vacuums are excellent and have given Dyson a good competitor's run since they started. Can't beat that double roll vacuum head, it's what makes the Shark far superior to the Dyson, where you have to change heads to go from hard to carpet flooring. Most need range to high range vacuums are plenty enough in suction to satisfy a typical homeowner. The under appliance attachment is great for me as my cats constantly end up with their mice and balls under my freezer and fridge... it doesn't suck them up but gets their hair which will cause plugging of fridge vent and painful break down of the appliance if you don't keep it clean. You don't need to suck the dust off the moon, just out of your room...Dyson was revolutionary in their release way back when but now, they just keep adding gadget stuff like Lazer lights, which doesn't really get the dust up better it just shows you it can, which any light will do. So in the end if you get the Vertex for slightly cheaper, you'll get what this model can do... no need to pay for upgraded price for basically the same vacuum. Great review, thanks again!! Smiles and blessings...
Both great vacuums. Loved my vertex. Only reason I got the Stratos is my Vertex broke and I found a crazy deal for $260, for the entire Stratos pet package. Comes with every attachment, the scent replacers, the steam mop, etc. Brand new. Or I just would have bought another Vertex. Either way they're both the best vacuumes I've ever used
I have a 5 yr old shark , I love it , I also wish they would make the want longer to reach higher ! Wish they would have done it by now .
@@el34glo59were did u buy it from that deal price please
What a way to end Shark Week with a Shark vacuum, way to go James...and you too Bailey!
Without Bailey, this video wouldn't be possible . Thanks Bailey !!!!!
Thank you Captain Obvious.
James smelling the vacuum was amusing. As always, thanks for the video my dude
To be honest with the review, I wouldn't pick up cereal and kibble on hard floor with the floor vac.. I'd use the wand feature, which I'm sure is more effective anyway.
BROOM
I would use a dustpan in a handbroom like 99% of other people
Wow, thoroughly impressed with this vacuum! Minus the price factor, it seems like a worthwhile investment in the long-term for most pet owners, and I would imagine so more for those with multiple pets. Happy to see Bailey in another video, as well! Great review as always!
Buy a Sebo
Sharks aren’t worth it. Dyson and shark aren’t the only vacuum brands. It staggers me no end that people won’t do more than 10 minutes or research before dropping hundreds. Even less research than that will reveal shark is a garbage brand.
I know I should root for a vacuum to work but I find myself rooting for Bailey every time. 😆😻
Oh my goodness Bailey is looking so much like your other golden as she gets older. I don't remember her name anymore cause it's been so long but she was a treat to see as well.
Daisy, I think her name was.
Her name is definitely Daisy!!!
@@Valacosa yep that's it! She was a sweetie
As usual, a detailed and informative review…AND Bailey (nice to see Elle too). What more can we ask for? Thanks James !!
That was so nice of Bailey to help you, I hope that she got paid with a few extra treats. Thank you for all that you do.
I *LOVE* the Shark Lift-Away. I have parrots and they throw seed, pellets & food everywhere! In addition, the dust from their feathers lands on everything including the furniture. This machine has the power after a few years to keep up with the daily demand. If you’re in the market for a new vacuum get a Shark Lift-Away!
Not being a dog person (actually, I am afraid of dogs) I at first didn't plan to watch this video, but I'm glad I did. Bailey is such a good girl. So much kindness in her eyes. And the vacuum looks like a very good product.
I just purchased this vac. Great review, LOVE Bailey! We have 8 Bernese Mtn Dogs, so we have a lot of hair! Great to see that Bailey is an older dog, and it looks like she is doing great! thanks for your insights!
Hey James, I gotta appreciate you not compressing or turning the volume of the vacuum down for the video! It sure did make my ears ring loudly! Lol cool vacuum though. But wear hearing pro if you use it or hopefully it’s just not as loud in real life as it was in the video. 😳
i will always have a shark vac. Had one since they first came out and never changed. Love it
Why? Have you ever looked into other clearly better brands?
It would be way to heavy for me. At that price it's a not for me too. Bailey is just the sweetest
dog a person can have, so is Elle. Our little Abby is getting old and it's heartbreaking to think of
her not with us any longer. Thanks for the review, James. Have a great week! 🥰🥰
It’s not heavy at all. I have some medical problems and my muscles are weak. I can lift it with zero difficulties. I got mine (not this exact model. No pet tools) during the holidays last year for $100.00!
@@wrinklesandsprinkles $100 is great price. I had two spinal surgeries and so I thought it would be way to hard for me.
@@ShirlBussman I also have spine issues from my neck to my sacrum. I don’t have the fancy one he’s reviewing but the one I got was originally $225.00. It is in the Lift-away line Shark has. This is my second one in 10years with numerous pets.
@@wrinklesandsprinkles Thank you for the info. I do appreciate it.
I wish you had a live channel where you just reviewed stuff 24/7 lol. LOVE Freakin Reviews
So I just got my shark STRATOS130 I use this code on the shark website and got this unit for $299. I was concerned after watching other reviews from vacuum snobs. I am more than satisfied after getting it out of the box and using it. I’ve had Dysons, Hoover’s and I just did not want to go spend $700-$1500 on sebo or mila. Best vacuum I’ve purchased under $400!
We’ve owned many Shark vacuums, all have outperformed others. As a Sheltie breeder, dog hair is an issue. My biggest complaint has always been cleaning the roller heads. Your video has sold me on purchasing the new model. Excellent review.
That the problem. You have owned many. That’s the issue with shark. They are disposable. Buy a vacuum you only need one of. One that doesn’t last a year before breaking.
@@goodgremlinmedia2757 Please can you tell me which vacuum cleaner/s you recommend?
I hate how much I love this vacuum. I actually look forward to vacuuming. It sounds corny as hell but I’m dead serious.
Not only a great review but a great video! Love how Bailey participated and donated and sacrificed her hair!🤪✌️
Big fan of the vacuum cam 😂
It would be interesting to see the Stratos vs long human hair.
All of the vacuums I’ve used get hair around the roller like the older Apex vacuum first use.
qvc video tonite human hair it worked great
Always awesome to see Elle and Bailey.
We miss Daisy 😇
My mom owns the Apex model. Excellent vacuum and great warranty service. She followed all filter instructions but the old motor was overheating after a year at the time. She didn't know at the time that it came with a 5 year warranty. It saved us a lot of money. After following troubleshooting and going over what we done to try to remedy the issue before coming to them they approved a replacement of the whole motor part. Part looks just like new and haven't had an issue since. Instead of returning the old motor they just told us to recycle it at our local junk yard, which I did.
Alright now nice vacuum from Shark... Stratos is really good it appears to pickup pet hair or long human hair strands , without bunching up and knotting onto the roller.... This is the most important feature for a vacuum , regretted not getting this roller feature when I purchased our second Shark ..Lightweight Lift-Away model... First one was a Shark Navigator Heavy-Duty this was by far the best vacuum under $200 , only thing was the real heavy weight of the machine although the power roller easily propelled the vacuum forward ! Next the roller was a super heavy duty cleaning machine, with long lasting bristles although long hair was an issue... The Lightweight Lift-Away is a decently light to control vacuum , the filters are tucked out of the way preventing mass dirt build up.... The two major issues are for one the suction hose won't properly stretch out thus resulting in always tipping over...Plus the second major issue the cord always gets run over or caught up in the vacuum , Why is there no automatic cord retrieval / wind-up for staggered lengths 10 feet , 20 feet etc... This missing feature alone is mandatory for my next purchase , plus can't do without the no-hair knotting rollers on a vacuum.... Now just waiting for Walmart's the big special offer on Vacuums to drop for under $300 Dollars ... Yes I'll be running fast and hard to purchase the Shark Stratos !
I really like Shark vacuums but my one main gripe has always been the super high clearance of the canister part so it's hard to get under tables/beds despite the low profile of the front.... so that powered lift away feature is awesome. This might be my next vacuum.
Powered lift away has been around for at least 10 years. I’d recommend having a look at the other models available if you wanna save some dollar
What is there to like about shark. It’s cheap garbage. Try getting out of Walmart when vacuum shopping
@Good Gremlin Media try not being so rude and elitist especially over vacuums. The shark I used for a couple years worked well although I had a few gripes with it. Not everyone has the budget to "get out of Walmart" when vacuum shipping. In the end what does it matter? Are you pulling out your uber expensive vacuum to show off to your friends and brag about how much it costs? Probably not and if so that would be kinda weird. I had a $35 *walmart* Bissell that lasted longer and honestly worked better than any other vacuum I've owned.. it was a light weight plastic piece of crap but it never busted up on me, I just wore out the cord.
@@spaceishigh No. it’s not elitist to spend $800 on a vacuum that lasts 20 years. How is that elitist. It’s financially responsible? That $50 Bissell might suck up dirt but it’s actually dirtying the air as it goes. An unsealed vacuum is a glorified dust relocator. If you have the money to buy a new vacuum every year then you have the money to buy one vacuum that lasts 20 years. Hell you can buy a $200 used Riccar from the Vibrance platform that will last you a decade if you change the belts, brushes, and maintain it properly. You don’t need a small fortune to have a clean home. Just common sense and knowing what you are buying helps too.
I'm not trying to be a wise guy. So what would be a better option with similar performance in your opinion? Buy once, cry once.@@goodgremlinmedia2757
Can you test some of the Miele vacuums. Bagged vacuums are always much more powerful than none bagged.
I'm still using the Dyson I bought in 2015 it still works as good as it did new. My only complaint is long hair from 3 women and sewing thread wrap around the beater bar. Dog hair from 3 dogs German Shepherd and 2 Shiba Inu's is no problem. I've vacuumed drywall dust, flour, powdered sugar, saw dust with my Dyson no problem.
Thank you!!! We have two Golden Retrievers so I automatically love this review testing it against them. Our old cordless shark eventually succumbed - so we have ordered this as a replacement
This is one of the best vacuum reviews I have ever seen! Great job
Bought this vacuum after being continually frustrated with the lack of performance from my dirt devil vacuum. Arrived yesterday, cleaned yesterday. I was very very impressed with the performance of this vacuum! Thanks for reviewing this vacuum.
I am considering getting this for a review. But $500 is to much for a shark. Most Dysons cost that. Sharks are good but have two major flaws. There cyclone systems are almost useless and mean the filters get clogged with dirt very fast. Two is that Sharks warranty service is basically nonexistent. So good luck getting help from them. Trust me I have reviewed hundreds of vacuums over 5 years.
I've had the cordless Vertex for almost two years, and while I have to say I do absolutely love it, you're spot on with the filters getting dirty very fast. I believe they say to clean the pre-motor filter should be washed monthly, but I find I need to do it twice a month. Maybe I'm just anal about it, but it always seems filthy after a couple weeks.
@@eric3529 I have the cordless vertex too. With regular use I clean the filters every two weeks. I also have the Dyson v15 which I forgot to clean the filters for months and they were still clean.
Love the positive attitude keep up the good work 👍and i really like your dogs 😁
Thanks for the information, my apex just stopped working and honestly it’s the best vacuum I’ve had, but looking for an upgrade this stratos sounds very convenient! Little expensive but I think is worthy
Bailey is just an overgrown puppy! And I love her!
I would love to see you do a review on the all new LG CordZero All in One Auto Empty Cordless Stick Vacuum.
I have the vertex and I much prefer it over the stratos.
Can I ask why? I'm comparing the 2?
Thank you for the thorough review. I'm ordering Shark AZ3002 Stratos now :--))
Thanks for showing us the vacuum and Bailey. Bailey is always a win.
BAILEY! Yes! This ought to be good - the Goldie against a shark.
Best vacuum I've ever owned. Your review reveals exactly what I've experienced using the Stratos. The steam mop works fine, but the upgrade (S7001TGT) is the one you want. Too bad Shark only sends customers the S1000 mop.
Awesome shout out for Vacuum wars, that guy deserves way more subs than he gets. I love my 3 shark vacuums (as well as my Miele).
I think it’s adorable the dogs were following you while vacuuming
I've used Shark for few years now and my biggest complaint is the suction hose.. it's short and pulls over the vacuum if you don't old it.
Thumbnail had Bailey. Instant like and comment.
I just got the Shark Stratos Ultralight Corded Stick Vacuum for only $219!!! Brand new. I'm in LOVE!!!! OMG, it's so powerful and amazing!! Unbelievable suction power on both hard floors and carpet!!! I prefer corded stick vacuums over cordless to maintain constant suction and power and air flow. It's more of a pain for the battery to die mid-cleaning than deal with a cord. But the Stratos corded stick has 30' of cord and goes a longggggg way, so it had a cordless feel to it. I have a Sirena water filtration vacuum that I LOVE for heavy-duty total home cleaning, but the Stratos corded stick is excellent for in-between cleanings. I cleaned just my stairs first with my Stratos and had a dust cup full of pet hair before I even finished my stairs!!!! Like WOW!!! Used the same pet turbo brush with PowerFins that you showed and no hair wrap! The only drawback on the Stratos stick is a very small dirt cup. But it has fully-sealed HEPA filtration. YAY! So I'd definitely get this Stratos lift away upright for sure if I didn't already have my $800 Sirena. Thanks for the review! Stratos looks like the best Shark out there!!!! And right now it's on sale at Shark website for only $299!!!
I love shark vacuums. They have the best technology. I bought the Duoclean NV835 over 4 years ago and honestly sometimes I wish it would break down so I have an excuse to buy one of these new powerfin models.
Mine is excellent at picking up pet hair and human hair but it tangles in the brush roll every time. No matter how much I abuse it though it still works like new.
Best technology? Seriously? What are you basing this one. There’s so many other brands out there that work better and last longer? Sounds like your vacuum knowledge is limited to what you can get at target.
Respect for that vacuum wars plug. Awesome video like always
Bailey is like “I have no idea what’s happening I’m just happy to be involved” 😂😂
I have the apex like you do. It’s powerful but it drives me crazy the amount of pet hair that gets wrapped around the brush roll. The small bin is also annoying. Before I saw this video I was considering the dyson ball animal or multi floor. Due to the steep price tag of both and already having a pricy shark I’d love your thoughts on the stratos vs the dyson ball. Thanks for great content.
I have the dyson, it is several years old, but have hated it since day 1. Was advised at the vacuum store not to get it, but I had a couple of friends that recommended. Paid alot more than this shark and didnt like it at all.
The Dyson feels very cheap for the price. Very thin plastic; especially on the handle. I've opened 3 different Dyson's (Animal Ball Extra, V15, and V10) to set up displays that had broken attachments or parts.
Dyson has a far better cyclone and doesn't make the pre motor filters dirty as quickly as Sharks do.
The ball swivel on the Dyson's does make it agile, but also makes the vacuum incredibly clunky and tall at the floor head.
Dyson does not perform as well on hard floors as the Duo Clean Sharks, but does a better job getting embedded dirt out of carpet. Both do amazing with hair.
I've never opened a Shark that had any broken parts. They're still made of cheap plastic, but the plastic is nowhere near as chintzy or thin.
The Sharks also are far more versatile. The Powered Lift-Away function makes it three vacuums in one.
The Swivel head on the Sharks are more agile in my opinion and don't make the vacuum feel needlessly bulky.
They both have incredible suction, but I'd say Shark narrowly edges the Dyson out.
They're both designed to be disposable. Replacement parts are far and few in-between. I feel the Shark will last longer with proper maintenance, but we're not talking about lasting anywhere near as long as a German vacuum.
If you have more carpet and live in a dusty or sandy area? Buy the Dyson.
If you have a lot of hard flooring, furniture to clean under, stairs, or pets? Get the Shark.
love loves ur vids.you always give them a real world breakdown&tell the pros&cons&all.
COMICAL! Both babies following you as you were using it on the bare floor!
Hey James, that seems like a really good vacuum but I have a question. All these vacuums talk a good game about pet hair and not getting caught on the rollers etc. What about long human hair? My wife loses hair so much I make jokes saying I re-tiled the bathroom and took out the shag carpet lol. I use a really good vacuum we have and her hair gets caught all the time in the rollers. Maybe test with some long hair cheap wigs?
What I want to know!
Yes I have really long hair and both my Dyson's have my hair wrapped around roller that I have to cut off. They do okay with dog hair.
I’ve had my Stratos for a few weeks now and have had zeros issues with it picking up long hair, not a single hair caught in the rollers.
What an amazingly clean house!
I’m going to get this Hoover. I have a previous model one that’s 10 years old and it’s best Hoover I’ve had
Lovely lovely dogs you have.. I know its not a channel for pet content, but I love when they are in the videos.. Always gives me a big smile
Loved your cohost Bailey, it's always good to see her. I'm not in the mkt for a vacuum, but great review and entertaining. Thanks!!
I was debating between the newer soft roll brush vs the old brushing system and I decided with the old brush system since it’s more efficient on hard floors
i hate bag-less as they tend to lose suction with in a few min as the filters are plugged up from dust and so on i will keep using bagged vacs when vacing in the house.
Finally a good Bailey fix! Nice to see Elle too. If I didn't have an older Shark vacuum, I would probably get this one.
Pay the extra money for a shark, they're def worth it and work perfect. I own a rotator pro pet and even though it's almost 5 yrs old still works perfect with weekly use.
My apex is just out of the 5 year warranty and the roller brush broke so i decided to buy one of these. I’m excited
That pet roller attachment just sold me on this. Thanks for showing that off. They had a $60 off coupon code on their site.
Glad you posted this. Am in the process of looking for a new vacuum and was planning on going thru some of your vacuum videos soon!
Jacksonville resident here, I am appreciating the shirt 👍
This is the kind of vacuum I would want. I broke a cheap Eureka one years ago because of hair wrap around the roller. I didn't know until that vacuum that hair wrap breakage was a thing. I have quite a bit of hair that falls out when I'm styling and I think this would do the trick. I do also really like the lift away aspect for under low furniture which I do have and my current vacuum doesn't fit under there. Lastly I am intrigued by the filter that supposedly eliminates vacuum odors. My current vacuum started to smell really bad after awhile which is one of the major reasons why I got a new one. I got the Bissell Pet Hair Eraser but haven't been able to test it out yet. The price between that one and the Stratos is a major factor in why I wouldn't buy this one. Seems to be a major upgrade in features though from the Apex. So glad to see Bailey be the star of another video. She looked very happy to donate hair to the vacuum cause.
Ever looked into other vacuum brands? Sebo, Miele, Riccar, Simplicity?
LOL I've owned 2 Goldens, one of them, I named HaHa, but sadly he got cancer at age 5 and had to be put to sleep. My other one, AU is 8 years old now. (Au is the chemical name for gold, and sounds a lot like Hey You).
Goldens shed more than any dog I've ever had...especially when they blow their coats twice a year. It seems like for about 2 weeks each time you have 15 dogs shedding in the house rather than just 1 golden.
I've been using a 12 amp Eureka, that on the vacuum itself has a big sticker that claimers "Better than Dyson at 1/2 the price" I paid about $110 dollars for it 10 years ago and it really has impressed me....great suction power and picks up golden retriever hair wonderfully.
I do love that Shark though...it is more versatile as far as how one can make it a portable with one click, and the bucket looks easier to dump. And wow...no hair on the rollers! My Eureka can't do that. Also, hair inside of the Eureka's canister gets caught between the container and the 'hurricane funnels' at the top of the canister...So I have to reach up, and with my fingers snag and pull clumps of hair from that area.
We still have the shark slim thats still kicking butt! Love your reviews!! What a beautiful dog you have as well can't go wrong with Bailey in your review!!
If that was you, filming the close-ups, they looked really GREAT, maybe add a little stabilization but that looked very professional, sans the shake.
The hardest thing to test is how much of the embedded fur does it pull out. Traditionally, it requires a high suction/airflow vacuum with bristles that extend deep into the carpet pile. The best vacuum I have found for this is a Kirby with either the pet brush-roll or the firm brush roll. However, Kirby vacuums are only really practical for carpet. What I mean by that is that they can* clean virtually everything else, but the Kirby has to be converted to use the hose attachments or the hose and hard floor tool for hard floors. Kirbys do not store the hose or any of the tools on-board. However, they are built out of metal - like a tank. They are like those vacuums from decades ago that are built well, are super powerful, and last for decades. I keep one stored in the closet for the occasional once-a-month deep cleaning of the carpet. I use my Miele C3 canister all other times. If I want to use an upright and need to clean more than just the carpet, I typically use the Shark. If I am vacuuming up heavy duty stuff, like debris from a construction job, I use the Kirby.
You know you're bored at work when you're watching vacuum videos on UA-cam
Love This! Best video in a while, great job James
Looks really nice. And I love the under appliance/bed feature. I sure would hate to give up the Kirby though. :-/
Thank you for another great comparison. I am on a quest for a cordless that word as well as a corded vacuum. I have several in my basement as my closet won’t hold them all LOL I’m at the point I have them delivered at my neighbors so hubby won’t say “OH NO NOT ANOTHER VACUUM HaHa!!!! Although he is right and I need to stop! Love your channel, you are so helpful especially with all my gadget buys
I own a shark too its an older model but I like it. Just got a shark for work too. Here's the catch: vacuums always work fantastic tight out of the box. The true test is use 30 to 200.
good thorough review as usual james but i will be more interested to see how well its performing in a years time. These things are usually great out of the box but over time can wear and lose suction etc, so should be relevant in another year.Were there any removable filters to clean as in my current shark vacuum ( unless i missed that part lol ) cheers
I've got a Shark Duo that I bought in 2017, and it still picks up as good as it did when it was new. I've never had a problem with it.
It's doesn't handle pet hair as well as the newer models, but otherwise picks up dirt/debris just as well.
@@terrylockwood9176 good to know thanks
You should have also pushed and rubbed the hair into the carpet for a test. Just dropping it on top in a clump is too easy. It’s picking up individual, embedded hairs that is a challenge.
As someone formerly owned by a pure-bred Maine Coon, a self-cleaning roller is definitely what is needed, and made me want to give up my old Dyson Animal. That said, 8:37 did seem to have a clump of pet hair tangled tightly around the roller, albeit just in the one spot. Still way better than how my old Dyson's roller gets so full of hair.
Buy a Sebo. You take the roller out with the push of a button, clean it or throw it in the dish washer. Then put it back.
Funny that you're doing this product on the final day of Shark Week 🤣
Great review, and just what I needed with our dog, especially since it compared this unit with the Apex which I also have.
I'm surprised Bailey has any hair left. Love the pet hair pac man
Aww, it looks like Bailey is really getting up there in age.
Bailey's working overtime on this one!
Love your reviews bro and your son looks just like you loved the last c cream review y’all did
I came for your doggo. I love her guest appearances!
One of the very best reviews I have seen great video like always 😁
Best vacuum I've owned. Vertex was amazing too
Hi mate, good video but would be good to demonstrate empting it after use. It is something I think is important in a vacumm
Always love & look forward to your freakin' reviews, you are the best, thank-you man!
Love the power button on the handle .
What a beautiful dog!
correction: two beautiful dogs!
Not that the videos are ever bad, but Bailey instantly makes them better.