If your space is in need of a deep clean this fall, then it might be time to invest in a new vacuum cleaner. Well, we have some good news for you: Amazon has some great deals on models from Shark, all of which are available right now.

For this article I've rounded up a selection of the 9 best deals on Shark vacuum cleaners you can shop on Amazon. There's great savings to be found here with up to 39% off the RRP on certain models.

Amazon deals don't last forever, so if you see something that you like here make sure to snap it up fast!

I can't get enough Ninja deals. The brand makes some of the best appliances you can buy, so when they're on sale, it's smart to snap them up fast.

For example, the best value blender we've tested, the Ninja BlendBoss is on sale for £107. (Click the on-page coupon to get this deal.) It's incredibly powerful for the price, and it crushed ice effortlessly in our tests. Plus, it comes in a selection of fun colours.

I'm sharing the best Ninja deals you can get right now, so keep scrolling to check them out! I also recommend taking a look at our Amazon promo codes coverage.

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If your house is in need of a deep clean then it may be time to pick up a new vacuum cleaner. Well, we have some good news for you: there are some great offers on Dyson and Shark vacuums in the Prime Day sales right now.

I've selected 9 of the best deals on the site, with both stick and upright models so you can choose the machine that is right for your situation. There are also models that specialize in tackling animal fur – and pet owners will know just how tough that can be.

Prime Day deals are only around for a limited time, so if you're looking to make a purchase, don't wait to pick up one of these great vacuums.

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If you want to make light work of fall cleaning chores, or upgrade your outdated cordless, you’ll need one of the best vacuum cleaners to get the job done.

As Homes Editor, I've been testing my fair share of vacuums for years, and there’s no better time to pick up a great bargain than on Amazon Prime Day.

Luckily, I just spotted a great deal on an impressive Shark cordless vacuum cleaner—one that won't last long. Right now, the Shark Cordless Vertex Pro Lightweight Cordless Stick Vacuum has crashed to just $219 from $449 on Amazon.

That’s an incredible 51% off — saving you serious cash in your wallet.

So if you’re looking for a powerful, cordless cleaner that can handle every cleaning task, this is the one deal not to sleep on.

Upgrade your cleaning

If you don’t want to spend a fortune on a vacuum cleaner, this Shark cordless has the suction power, pet hair removal capabilities, and, of course, a versatile 2-in-1 design, which are all you'll need to get your tasks done.

It’s also lightweight, which makes it ideal to carry up and down stairs or around the home with ease.

This also comes with an advanced brushroll system designed to pick up deep-set dirt or debris ingrained in carpets and quickly get rid of dust on hard floors. And if you’re a pet household, you’ll appreciate the anti-hair wrap technology that will eliminate the hassle of tangles.

I also like the fact that it comes with a multiflex reach wand that can bend at an angle to get under sofas, beds, or any low-rise furniture — saving you the back-breaking task.

Plus, it easily converts into a handheld vacuum where you can tackle those hard-to-reach places, especially cobwebs this season.

Another useful feature is the IQ display that gives you instant readings of runtime, performance, and maintenance. And its built-in LED headlights are handy for illuminating hidden dust, so you’ll never miss a spot.

This Shark cordless vacuum has definitely got you covered, and at just $200, I wouldn’t wait much longer to sweep this deal up now.

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Spring has finally sprung in Australia, so it's the perfect time to tidy up and dust away your winter blues with some new cleaning appliances.

If you're in the market for a new vacuum, floorwasher or spot cleaner, it's an ideal time to shop at Amazon. This week, the retailer is holding its annual Prime Big Deal Days sale, running until Monday, October 5, and there are deep discounts on home appliances from brands like Dyson, Ecovacs, Roborock, Shark and Tineco.

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I've gathered 18 great spring cleaning deals below to help you find your next best home appliance. Do note, though, these discounts won't last long, as they're set to expire next Monday, October 5, when the sale comes to a close.

Shark is well-versed in making robot vacuums. Its even made one of the best robot vacuums we've ever tested, the Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal. But, that doesn't mean it's resting on its laurels.

While you may have already heard of the Shark Navigator, an existing range with both an upright vacuum and robot vacuum in its collection, it's Shark's latest release that takes the Navigator to the next level.

The newest product in the lineup is the Shark Navigator 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop. Yes, it's a mouthful, but it's also a declaration of exactly what this new robot vacuum is capable of, cleaning up household messes left, right and center.

And while the US government is considering bans on almost all robot vacuums, SharkNinja was happy to tell us at the time: "Regarding future models, we are evaluating our best options, but as a U.S.-based company we believe we are well positioned to navigate the process to continue to launch new models at competitive prices as we always have." And it turns out, they were right. Here's what's pretty cool about its newest model.

Meet the new Shark Navigator

Of course, you want to know how well the Shark Navigator 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop cleans, but before I get to that, I think it's important to talk about how it makes its way around your home.

It's a hard task for any robot vacuum to navigate the changing landscapes, tangled up wires, sudden corners and the day-to-day mess across your home. But, the Shark Navigator is capable of cleaning after just one click, which means you can use it pretty much straight out of the box.

How? Well, it uses 360-degree LiDAR mapping alongside Shark's very own SmartPath Max Navigation to guide methodically, row by row across your home. You can even check out the maps on the SharkClean app, setting no-go zones and scheduling cleans without having to lift a finger. Okay, one finger, to press the app.

As Alex Forman, Director of Marketing at SharkNinja puts it: "People want a cleaner home with less effort, and that's what Navigator is all about. It brings powerful Shark vacuuming and mopping performance together with simple setup and automatic emptying, making it easier to let a robot take on the daily cleaning."

That powerful vacuuming has 4x the suction of one of our favorite budget robot vacuums, the Dreame D10 Plus Gen 2 and mopping that'll deliver 2x better stain cleaning than the Roomba 105 Combo (so SharkNinja says — we'll need to test to find out). It'll even automatically avoid carpets and rugs when in mop mode to keep them dry, as well as cleaning up hairs with a self-cleaning brush roll.

And, like I said, once its cleaned your home, it'll clean itself by emptying into a bagless base that'll hold debris for 30 or 60 days. I'm certainly up for a robot cleaning my home with little effort from me, but I'll wait to pass my full judgment until we get our hands on one for a review.

Availability

The Shark Navigator 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop is available now, starting at $499.99 from SharkNinja.com. and will be available soon on Amazon, Costco, and Sam's Club.

Surprisingly, if you just get the Shark Navigator Robot Vacuum (no mopping), it'll only cost you $50 less at just $449.99.

The Shark Navigator® 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop with a 60-day bagless base ($599 model) launched today on SharkNinja.com and will be coming soon to Amazon.

The Shark Navigator range is clearly the budget-friendly option amongst Shark's robot vacuum lineup, with the other three options costing between $999.99 and $1299.99. And, when it comes to other 2-in-1 robot vacuums we've tested, its competitively priced amongst Dreame, iRobot, Roborock and more.

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IMHO, as a hair tool reviewer, there's no better time than the present to upgrade your aging stylers. That hairdryer you've had for 15 years? Yeah, it's finally time to let it go. But before you dive into deep hairdryer research and dissect the latest Dyson dupes, let me point you to my current holy grail — the Shark SpeedStyle Pro Flex.

Shark's latest hairdryer landed in Australia a few months ago, as a notable evolution to the existing SpeedStyle. The Pro Flex arrives at the perfect time, as more "intelligent hairdryers" enter the market to help manage scalp health, hair damage, and flyaways.

I saw this trend take shape in April 2024 when I reviewed Dyson's Supersonic Nural, the first-of-its-kind intelligent dryer. It was only a matter of time before Shark got to work, and its entry didn't come a moment too soon.

The Shark SpeedStyle Pro Flex was designed to deliver powerful performance in a compact package, combining powerful airflow and a foldable design. One of its standout features is the new Scalp Shield mode, which helps protect the scalp and new hair growth from heat damage by regulating and measuring the temperature up to 1,000 times per second.

Alongside the new design come new attachments. The new QuickSmooth and Finishing tools both tickled my fancy, which is a major win for someone with stubborn flyaways and baby hairs. And I knew I'd get some serious use out of the diffuser attachment when I wanted to follow my wavy hair routine.

For the past two months, I've put the Shark SpeedStyle ProFlex to the test in my everyday hair styling routine. From speedy drying times to convenient attachments, here's how Shark's latest hairdryer fared.

Quick styling times unlocked

I get it — drying your hair can be a particularly tedious and time-consuming task, and sometimes after a long day it's the last thing anyone wants to do. Personally, I've fallen victim to this many a time; however, the ProFlex has made my hair routine that much faster.

Typically, taking my thick, wavy hair from sopping wet to completely dry with a traditional hair dryer takes anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour. This is largely due to my meticulous sectioning, the length of my hair and overall hair density, as my hair's thickness is pretty deceiving.

Shark claimed the ProFlex has ultrafast drying, with the high-velocity airflow reaching up to 160km/h in under a second. This piqued my interest, as comparatively, Dyson's Supersonic Nural only reaches 95km/h.

There's also the added benefit of Shark’s Scalp Shield Mode, which is activated by holding the temperature button for 2 seconds. This mode is indicated by the temperature button turning blue, and the heat drops lower to a more comfortable level to dry your roots. I liked this mode a lot — that said, I didn't notice much difference in my scalp health over the test period. However, my roots were always super shiny and polished when using the flyaway tool (more on that later), so this mode was effective in a sense.

With four heat settings (cool shot, low, medium and high) and three airflow settings (low, medium and high), I almost always opted for high heat and air and I was consistently rewarded with a quick styling time. Over the course of my test period, drying my hair from completely wet to dry with the highest settings took around 15.21 minutes. This was a big win in my books, especially because I didn't opt for an attachment in most cases and used the dryer on its lonesome.

When using the diffuser attachment, my usual settings were medium heat and medium airflow, as the process usually takes a while and my waves last longer with less heat. Sure enough, the ProFlex cut my drying time almost in half — the whole process being 35 minutes on average, instead of a full hour — and the results were pretty on par with my usual wavy hair days.

Overall, I was pretty obsessed with how fast the Shark SpeedStyle ProFlex handled drying and diffusing my thick hair and I will definitely opt for drying my hair more often.

Seriously slick

My biggest gripe after spending time drying my hair is flyaways. No matter how precise I am, whether I'm sectioning correctly or using a round brush and a concentrator attachment, I'm always left with stray flyaways. That said, the ProFlex's attachment has changed the game.

The Rapid Gloss Finishing tool — a.k.a. the flyaway attachment — uses Coanda airflow technology to help collect and smooth any stray hairs. Coanda airflow is used in several hair tools on the market — including the Shark FlexStyle and Dyson AirWrap Coanda 2x — and is an aerodynamic phenomenon where a fast-moving stream of air naturally clings to a curved or flat surface, rather than moving in a straight line.

Shark's cylindrical attachment uses two streams of air to smooth flyaway strands on dry or straightened hair. When using the attachment, you need to start directly at the scalp and work your way down to the ends.

After styling my hair, it was easy enough to pop on the attachment and start the smoothing process. The results were pretty instantaneous, and it goes without saying, but now after every styling session, I use the flyaway attachment to give my hairstyles more polish, and it's a winner every time.

Final thoughts

I've spent plenty of hands-on time with Shark hair tools and they all do a pretty damn good job at minimising heat damage while maximising frizz-free finishes. That being said, if I had to take one hair tool to a deserted island to use until the end of time, it would be the Shark SpeedStyle ProFlex.

It has all the attachments you'd need for a good hair day and beyond, doesn't skimp out on minimising heat damage and can be folded away for easy storage or use while travelling. That said, it's not an all-in-one styling kit like the FlexStyle or the Shark Glam, but it doesn't need to be.

So if you're looking for a new hairdryer with a few extras thrown in, the Shark SpeedStyle ProFlex is worth considering.

SharkNinja, known for making some of the best vacuums, has launched AquaReach — a 2-in-1 wet-and-dry vacuum and mop designed to go far beyond cleaning floors.

Inspired by social media cleaning hacks to reach places that standard floor cleaners cannot, the $399 AquaReach goes beyond the ordinary core-cleaning capabilities. Apart from the standard floor cleaner design, AquaReach includes an extendible wand to reach elevated surfaces and tight spaces.

AquaReach tackles more messes in one

Consumers have shared countless cleaning hacks, some of which Tom’s Guide has covered: wrapping dryers sheets around vacuum nozzles, taping microfiber cloths to cleaning tools, and inventing DIY workarounds to get the job done.

SharkNinja says those videos weren’t just clever hacks; they revealed an unmet need that vacuums hadn’t addressed.

“People weren’t creating cleaning hacks because they wanted to — they were creating them because they had to,” says Petra Oman, VP of Marketing at SharkNinja in a press release. “They showed us what was missing.

“AquaReach was built around the way people were already cleaning, combining vacuuming, mopping and extended reach so they can tackle more of the mess in one routine.”

I’m thinking one tool that does multiple jobs cuts down chore time — you’re no longer having to improvise or pick up another appliance to get a job done.

Cleaning messes beyond the floor

We all know that real-life messes don’t stay on the floor. Food splatters on cabinet fronts, and grime builds around toilet bases. Life happens, and messes aren’t just dry.

That’s why SharkNinja has combined a wet and dry vacuum to tackle what we all face every day. With the AquaReach, the brushroll rotates continuously, working with a powerful jet of cleaning solution to loosen and scrub stuck-on debris, while Shark's powerful suction lifts away dirt and dirty liquid simultaneously.

And when you need to clean up more than just the floor, the integrated extendable wand offers the same vacuuming and mopping power with more flexibility.

What's more, the appliance comes with two specialized tools — a stain scrubber and detailer mop. With a targeted spray and powerful suction, the stain scrubber is designed to remove stuck-on messes from the floor, baseboards, window sills, behind toilets and bathtub ledges. Meanwhile, the detailer mop reaches under furniture, along edges and into tight corners.

And while cleaning your floors, the brush roll is continuously refreshed — preventing dirty water and debris from redistributing a mess on your floors. That’s thanks to the dual-tank system, which keeps clear and dirty water separate, and an on-dock rinse cycle that flushes the brush roll after every use.

And for an even better clean...

SharkNinja hasn’t just launched one new appliance; you can also choose the AquaReach Pro. What’s the difference? The Pro version has the additional Total Self-Cleaning and Drying System, and its Self-Sanitizing dock rinses the brushroll and dries it with heated air up to 160°F. According to SharkNinja, this helps reduce odors and eliminate 99.9% of bacteria from the brushroll.

It also offers an edge-optimization nozzle that cleans closer to baseboards and edges, and an LED reveal beam that illuminates hidden dust, crumbs and other debris.

But you do have to pay more for the AquaReach Pro, which is available for $529 direct from SharkNinja.

We're still waiting to get our hands on SharkNinja’s newest appliance, but I'm eager to put it up against Tineco's Floor One S6 wet and dry vacuum and Eureka's RapidWash Floor Cleaner, to see if the additional wand is a worthy extra.

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Doing my hair has always felt like such a chore. I used to dread wash days because I knew I'd be spending the next hour blow-drying and styling my hair. Thankfully, I finally found a solution that cuts down my styling time and takes the stress out of my haircare routine: the Shark FlexStyle.

I use the Shark FlexStyle almost every day, whether I'm blow-drying my hair, adding a few curls or getting ready for a special event. While its rival, the Dyson Airwrap, gets most of the attention, the FlexStyle offers many of the same styling capabilities at a fraction of the price. Better yet, the Shark FlexStyle is currently on sale for just $259 on Amazon — that's $90 off and includes four styling attachments.

I've been using the hair tool for a few months now, and I can honestly say my hair has never looked better. What used to take me an hour of blow-drying and styling now takes just 20 minutes — even with my sometimes stubborn hair. It may seem like a small change, but it’s made a huge difference in my daily routine.

One of my favorite things about it is it's versatility: It can straighten, curl and blow dry. I had to travel to a wedding recently and I simply threw the Shark FlexStyle in my bag and didn't have to worry about bringing a whole slew of tools. I was able to give myself a salon-quality blowout and bouncy curls in record-time.

At full price, the Shark FlexStyle is $349 with all attachments included. After calculating how much I would spend for a few trips to the salon, the tool basically pays for itself. It also competes directly with tools costing double like the Dyson Airwrap — not to mention it's currently $90 off.

The FlexStyle also uses circulated hot air rather than direct contact heat, which is how it styles without excessive damage. Hot air flows through the attachments while you work, smoothing or curling hair at lower temperatures than traditional tools require.

If you've been considering the Shark FlexStyle, now is the perfect time to buy at just $259.

When it comes to vacuum cleaners, arguably two brands rule the roost. At one end you have Dyson, which has a well-deserved reputation for its high end cordless vacuum cleaners where you get the quality that you pay for. At the other, you have Shark which is known for great value models that are especially good at tackling things like pet hair.

Both brands have their strengths and we're not here today to say which is better or right for your needs. What we are here to do, however, is present you with nine great deals for products from both brands.

There are corded and cordless models here, stick vacuums and more traditional cleaners. All of them have money off right now, meaning you can save up to 33% off the retail price. But hurry, these deals won't last forever...

There's nothing worse than heat damage. It can cause breakage, impact your hair and scalp health, and leave ends severely dry. Thankfully, Shark Beauty has thought of everything to eliminate heat damage, with the launch of two new wet-to-dry stylers in Australia.

Designed with heat damage in mind, the new Shark SilkiPro Straight and Glossi maximise airflow and heat settings to ensure minimal hair damage. As a hair tool reviewer, I was beyond eager to get my hands on the first wet-to-dry stylers for the brand.

I did approach using the stylers with a degree of scepticism, however. Although I appreciate airstylers because they minimise hair damage, I typically have to rely heavily on hairspray to keep my styles intact. This is largely because airtools like the Dyson Airstrait do not use heated plates, effectively cutting down on the amount of direct heat applied to the hair, and therefore, don't clamp the hair into a pin-straight finish.

This was the case during my Dyson Airstrait review. Even though the Airstrait excelled at drying and styling my hair from wet to dry in a matter of minutes, it only achieved a naturally straight finish with its angled airflow. However, the SilkiPro has ceramic elements, meaning there's a heated plate at play alongside Shark's impressive heat and airflow tech. While my experience with the Dyson Airstrait was generally positive, I was curious to see if the SilkiPro’s ceramic plates could offer a more polished finish.

On the other hand, the Glossi also has ceramic elements, but it's a blowout brush with wet and dry modes. In my experience, blowout brushes can be used on damp hair, but not soaking wet, so my curiosity was piqued. Both tools can also be used on totally dry hair to achieve shiny, frizz-free styles.

I put both of Shark's wet-to-dry stylers to the test to see how they fare — and ultimately which one I'd recommend — below. If you're keen to check out Shark's other highly-rated hair tools, including the Shark Glam and the Shark FlexStyle, you can view them in the widget below.

Shark SilkiPro Straight

Using the HeatSense ceramic plates — which automatically monitors and adjusts temperature to minimise heat damage — and the airflow from the high-velocity air vents, the Silki acts as a comparable Dyson Airstrait dupe.

Retailing at AU$449.99, the Shark SilkiPro Straight really puts Dyson's inflated AU$749 price tag to shame. Not only is it AU$300 cheaper, the SilkiPro performs — dare I say — better, but there are a few caveats involved in that judgement.

Throughout my month of testing, I used both wet and dry modes of the SilkiPro Straight and used all three of the styling comb attachments. I also used each of the three temperature settings — low (100℃ wet / 160℃ dry), medium (110℃ wet / 190℃ dry) and high (120℃ wet / 220℃ dry) and the three airflow settings — again, low, medium and high — throughout my tests.

Much like when using the Dyson Airstrait, you need to rough dry your hair before using the SilkiPro on wet hair by clamping the styler together and locking it into place. The rough dry didn't take long during my first use, around 5 minutes or so, and I was ready to start straightening.

Shark recommends that your hair is at least 70% dry before straightening in wet mode. Shark also recommends sectioning your hair in smaller 2.5cm to 5cm sections to ensure you have minimal passes when straightening. I took this advice on and set the styler to the recommended heat and air settings for my hair type — which was medium heat and high airflow for my wavy hair.

Even though the presence of ceramic plates left me slightly confused as to why airflow would even be necessary for styling, it turned out to be vital. The angled design of the airflow significantly accelerated the overall wet-to-dry process.

Sure enough, after extensively sectioning and straightening, my hair was damn near perfectly straight, thanks to the plates and airflow combination. I could have stopped there, considering my hair was completely styled and dry, but the brand suggests using the dry mode on the device to help lock in the style and shine. I opted to use medium heat and airflow to minimise thermal damage and dry mode was pretty spot on at correcting any imperfections.

After using the SilkiPro a few more times throughout the month, I ultimately decided that high heat and airflow worked better for me in wet mode. If I needed to touch up any strands, I used dry mode on medium settings to straighten things out.

The styling combs are supposed to help straighten and lengthen hair, but they didn't do too much for my wavy, thick hair. I didn't love using the comb attachments on my hair when it was wet, but I found the experience much more pleasant when it was dry. Regardless, I am still not convinced that the combs are overly necessary to the SilkiPro experience and may work better for those with curly or coily hair.

Overall, I was highly satisfied with the SilkiPro and turned to it more than my Dyson Airstrait. This is largely due to the results, as my hair turned out much straighter, shiner and lasted longer using the Silki. However, I know that this is because of the Silki's ceramic plates, making it much more comparable to the results of a normal hair straightener. The Silki's plates use lower temperatures than other straighteners, so it still minimises heat damage, but you can't guarantee that your hair will be totally damage-free. And that's just part of the risks involved with hair stylers and hot tools in general, not just the SilkiPro Straight.

Shark Glossi

Out of all the hair tools I've tried, I always struggle styling my hair with a blowout brush. I've watched many hair tutorials on TikTok and Instagram, and even invested in the Revlon Volumiser 2.0, thinking I could do a 90s-style blowout with ease. But I was so wrong.

That said, the Shark Glossi has really surprised me as a one-pass-wonder (yes, I've coined that term) in a wet-to-dry styler. Priced at AU$199.99, the Glossi is a much more affordable option for most blowout lovers. It did take some time to get used to how to properly work the brush, but if you've managed to get a voluminous, bouncy blowout by using a roller brush and hair dryer before, then I could see it eliminating that strenuous process entirely.

Unlike other hot brushes, one side of the Glossi is dedicated to a standard bristle brush, and the other is a ceramic plate-coated comb. The ceramic side is supposed to support shine and lock in smoothing styles, whereas the bristle brush is for volume and bouncy waves. Personally, I prefer silky finishes with some volume by my roots, so I leant towards the ceramic side in most use cases, and finished my roots with the bristle.

Much like the SilkiPro, the Glossi has a wet and dry mode, and has three temperature and airflow settings. Unfortunately, much to my dismay, I couldn't use it on soaking wet hair, as per the brand's instructions, so I had to rough dry my hair before styling. This wasn't the biggest deal — I had suspected as such with most blowout brushes that it couldn't be used on sopping wet hair — but I was a touch disappointed that I couldn't reach for it immediately out of the shower.

Instead, wet mode is largely exclusive to 70% damp hair, like the SilkiPro. I followed Shark's instructions for wet mode by detangling my hair, sectioning it in smaller 5cm sections and placing the ceramic plates at my roots before turning the styler. In each turn, I allowed the bristles to grip my hair and help it comb through the ceramic in an anticlockwise motion to ensure sleek, yet bouncy waves.

Getting the perfect blowout for my hair was a bit tricky. I was a bit perplexed by the airflow and heat settings on the Glossi, as there were no strict brand recommendations for my hair type. The highest airflow was very powerful — to the point where my hair was flying all over the place — and the lowest heat setting did very little for my ends. After some trial and error, I landed on high heat and medium airflow, and that delivered great results every time. I also found myself reaching for the Glossi to fix my bangs and apply volume when I felt they were falling.

Again, the brand recommends using dry mode to smooth and correct any imperfections, and after doing so for the initial test, I didn't find myself needing to lock in the style with dry mode. Sure, I could have easily guaranteed a longer-lasting hairstyle by following through, but the Glossi wet mode results just speak for themselves. The Glossi's dry mode also has to heat up for 45 seconds before use — and if I'm being honest here, I didn't always feel like waiting… sue me.

Which one should I buy?

After a good month of washing my hair at least a dozen times for science, it's safe to say that Shark's newest wet-to-dry stylers did not disappoint me in the slightest. While the devices have very similar use cases — they do dry hair after all — both tools tick different styling boxes.

I am a fan of the Shark Glossi for its simplicity and price point. Although, practically, it felt like I was unlocking a whole new skillset to to get the best blowout out of it. However, I am very much impressed with the device and I'm beyond certain that it would garner a happy fanbase.

But tete-a-tete, I'm an even bigger fan of the Shark SilkiPro Straight for my everyday routine, especially as it's a dryer and straightener all-in-one. And dare I admit, it's coming for my Dyson Airstrait's crown as it can deliver pin-straight results without any touchups. Did I mention it's also AU$300 cheaper?

So if you're thinking of upgrading or stepping into the world of wet-to-dry hair stylers, Shark Beauty's range is one to consider.

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Shark is a brand that knows how to make a good vacuum. In fact, when it comes to the best vacuum cleaners we've ever tested, Shark holds two of the seven top spots. Impressive, huh? But, it doesn't coast on its past success, releasing new innovative products on a pretty regular basis.

Its latest release, though, really feels like it might have outdone itself. The Shark PowerDetect Transformer vacuum has just launched, but it's not just one product – it's three. While it's an upright vacuum at first glance, it can easily be reconfigured into a lightweight stick vacuum or powerful handheld.

Now, when I hear the name Transformer, my mind goes immediately to the iconic robots. And while I loved that as a kid, my adult form is a big fan of the vacuum version.

About the Shark PowerDetect Transformer

The Shark PowerDetect Transformer is a little bit of everything. While you've got your full-size upright to begin with, it can easily be changed into a stick vacuum that's flexible and lightweight, or a handheld for those above-floor and tight spaces.

What you get with a lot of vacuums right now is a whole suite of cleaning tools to complete the job, but what the PowerDetect Transformer aims to do is streamline all of that into just one transforming system. And it's really as easy as one click to turn the upright into a handheld with the removable pod. Then, you simply click it back onto the upright and it'll empty itself into the main dust cup.

As Petra Oman, VP of Marketing at SharkNinja explains: "The upright vacuum has looked and worked the same way for decades. We saw an opportunity to rethink the category by eliminating the bulky hose and creating a system that adapts to the way people actually clean."

And it's not just an impressive reconfiguring vacuum that you get, but there's smarts packed inside, too. With both PowerDetect and Reveal technologies onboard, it's capable of finding hidden dirt and debris that usually goes unnoticed and then responds to the environment from floor types to edges.

Here's why I can't wait to try it

I've got a Shark vacuum right now, but I'll admit that I get fed up with the hose getting in my way, especially when going up the stairs or reaching for those annoying corners. I also absolutely hate when the attachments have a mind of their own, detaching themselves from my upright when I'm manoeuvring around.

What I've really been after is something streamlined that's still capable of tackling my whole home, and that's where the Shark PowerDetect Transformer seems like it could really fit the bill.

All three cleaning forms in one system for one price? Sign me up. And while it's a little more expensive than the likes of the Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Vacuum, which launched for $499, or the Shark Stratos for $399, it's also not that much more considering it's a 3-in-1.

I'm also a big fan of the colorways, as well as the big Transformer logo down the shaft of the handheld. I never thought I'd see a day when I'd get excited about a Transformer that was a vacuum instead of a robot, but here we are. I'll reserve my full judgment for when we get hands-on for a full review.

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'Tis the season. No, not that season. I meant, 'tis the season for being absolutely sweltering, not getting any sleep, and being thoroughly unproductive. I live in the south west of England, and today it's going to hit 38 degrees. So, unsurprisingly, handheld fans are well and truly in.

As such, I've rounded up a few of my favourites here, in the likely scenario that you're searching for a new one. Happily, Amazon's Prime Day deals are helping out a little, with discounts on many fans at Amazon, although there are some deals at other retailers, like B&Q/DIY.

If you need a new fan, keep reading!

9 portable fan deals to keep you cool this summer

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Vacuum cleaners are always a popular purchase during Prime Day's summer savings event — and Bissell products are no exception. In fact, there's one model in particular that I have my eye on: the Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Allergen Lift-Off.

As a dog mom, I'm always on the search for products that can help me clean up after my furry friend — and this vacuum cleaner is checking off all the boxes. Even better? The powerful device is currently 40% off for Prime Day. Typically priced at $199, you can grab it right now for the low price of $119.

If you have a pet, you’re no stranger to the constant buildup of hair, fur, and dirt around your home. Finding tools that truly get the job done isn’t always easy — but customers are consistently impressed by how well this vacuum cleaner performs, especially when it comes to picking up pet hair. It features a 4.4 star rating with nearly 3,000 reviews.

The vacuum has extremely strong suction and scatter-free technology, meaning that it traps any dust or allergens inside the vacuum so they don’t escape back into the air you breathe. Plus, it has an extra large tank capacity, holding up to 1L. It has an easy empty dirt tank that allows a quick release of dirt with just one touch.

I've been searching for a vacuum that can stand up to the pet hair and dirt in my home that I constantly have to keep with — and at 40% off, I think this powerful Bissell device might just be the one. Grab yours this Prime Day for just $119.

If there's one beauty tool that's dominated feeds, wishlists, and "is it worth it?" debates over the past couple of years, it's the multi-styler — and the Shark FlexStyle has quietly become the smart shopper's answer to it.

It promises the kind of salon-quality blowouts and curls usually reserved for tools costing twice as much, like the Dyson AirWrap, and right now it's down to just $199 in Amazon's Prime Day sale.

The Shark FlexStyle has earned its reputation by bringing professional-grade styling to a price point that won't make you wince. At $199 with all the included attachments, it goes head-to-head with tools that cost twice as much.

The real draw is how genuinely versatile it is. The attachments move effortlessly from glossy blowouts to defined curls, and getting the hang of it is easier than you'd expect. There's no wrestling with the tool or burning through tutorial after tutorial just to nail the basics.

Rather than relying on direct contact heat, the FlexStyle styles using circulated hot air — that's the secret to shaping your hair without frying it. Air streams through the attachments as you work, curling and smoothing at lower temperatures than traditional hot tools demand.

The auto-wrap curling barrel takes it a step further, using airflow to draw your hair around the barrel and set the curl, so there's no manual wrapping involved. It's a smarter take on heat styling, one that gets you the look you're after while keeping your hair healthier in the process.

For anyone chasing salon results at home, the value here is hard to argue with. You're getting most of what the Airwrap can do for less than half the price.

At $199, the Shark FlexStyle strikes a rare balance between professional performance and a price you can actually stomach. Whether you're leveling up your routine or finally caving on the tool that's been all over your feed, that $150 discount makes it a whole lot easier to justify.

If, like me, you have mainly hard floors, wet and dry floor cleaners are a total game-changer. Not only do they have the powerful suction of the best vacuum cleaners to suck up debris quickly, but they can also handle the back-breaking task of scrubbing your floors until they’re spotless and stain-free. And I know since I’ve bought mine, I’ve never looked back (goodbye mop and bucket!)

If you’re shopping for a wet and dry vacuum without breaking the bank, you’re in luck. Right now, the Shark Hydrovac Messmaster 3-in-1 Floor Cleaner is just $199 at Amazon, down from $299. That’s a solid 33% discount — saving you some serious cash.

Why I converted to the Shark Hydrovac MessMaster

Since I put many wet and dry floor cleaners to the test for a living, this is definitely my favorite based on our Shark Hydrovac Messmaster 3-in-1 Floor Cleaner review. If you want a machine that’s straightforward and skips the complicated bells and whistles, this one is incredibly user-friendly and a breeze to set up.

I love its impressive suction power and convenient self-propelling action (saves you the effort), and tackling spills on my wood and tiled surfaces is basically effortless.

What sets it apart from other models is how quickly floors dry, leaving them completely streak-free without any unpleasant smells. Perhaps my favorite feature is the self-cleaning function; it handles the dirty work for you, so you can ditch the grimy task of rinsing out a grimy mop. In fact, since using my Shark HydroVac, I have hardly brought out my standard mop and bucket.

So if you want clean and stain-free hard floors or simply want to upgrade your cleaning regime, I’d recommend grabbing this great Shark deal fast.

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Here at Tom's Guide, I test and review the latest tech to make sure you're getting a good deal for the money you're spending. As such, the best advice I can give is to keep your eyes peeled for killer deals.

With Prime Day looming over us and kicking off in less than 24 hours, the deals are already ramping up. This is seriously the best time to make your big purchases to upgrade your life.

A couple of months back, I wrote about using the Shark NeverChange Air Purifier to help with seasonal allergies, but since then, I've realised it can help with so much more. It's currently at its lowest price since Black Friday, and with $90 off its usual price.

You can grab the Shark NeverChange Air Purifier for $159 at Amazon right now.

I initially purchased the Shark NeverChange Air Purifier as a way to cope with allergies in the spring, and it did a great job of reducing the effect pollen had on me while at home. But not only that, I immediately noticed a reduction in the amount of dust in my home.

The filters on either side of the air purifier catch dust and larger debris, and these need to be cleaned out intermittently. I was surprised at how much they were catching, but I was glad that I could see the device working — this is no placebo.

But as the 4th of July is coming up, I imagine a lot of you are planning an extravagant backyard BBQ with friends and family. But do you ever notice that the smell can carry into the house if windows and doors are left open? I love the smell of BBQ, but I don't want it lingering in the house.

The air purifier will pull the smoky air through the HEPA filter and remove the tiny ash and soot particles. After trying this out after a bonfire in my backyard, I was amazed by how quickly the smell of smoke went away.

I will recommend this device to anyone, but if you want to find out more about it, you can read our full Shark NeverChange Air Purifer review.

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Shopping the EOFY sales for a new vacuum? Let me help you!

As a home appliance reviewer, I've been able to try some of the best cordless vacuums, robot vacuums and wet dry vacuums available, including those from sought-after brands. From Dyson, to Dreame and Shark, I've tried them all, and I've found 12 of the best EOFY deals below.

Ranging from handheld units to fully automated robots and floorwashers, there's plenty of variety to choose from this EOFY. Whether that's a simple stick vac to pick up crumbs in the kitchen or a heavy-duty pet-focused device that'll suck up every strand of loose hair, there's a vacuum here that will suit your needs this June.

If you're looking for more than just a vacuum this sales season, you can check out our dedicated EOFY coverage here. Otherwise, scroll on to find the best EOFY vacuum deals.

Best EOFY vacuum deals

Great hair doesn’t come easy — but instead of spending hours styling, shelling out hundreds at the salon and a testing a whole lot of my patience, I've found a solution that takes the stress out of doing your hair: the Shark FlexStyle.

The Shark FlexStyle delivers multi-styling capabilities at a fraction of the price of the Dyson Airwrap — and it just dropped to $199 ahead of Amazon Prime Day. That's $130 off the special edition copper color with four attachments included. (For more deals, check out the Tom's Guide Savings Squad and our Prime Day deals coverage).

I've been using the hair tool for a week now, and I can honestly say my hair has never looked better. What used to take me an hour of blow-drying and styling now takes just 20 minutes — even with my sometimes stubborn hair. It may seem like a small change, but it’s made a huge difference in my daily routine.

The Shark FlexStyle has built a solid reputation by delivering professional results at a more accessible price point. At $329 with all attachments included, it competes directly with tools costing double — not to mention it's currently 40% off.

One of my favorite things about it is it's versatility: It can straighten, curl and blow dry. I had to travel to a wedding this weekend and I simply threw the Shark Flexstyle in my bag and didn't have to worry about bringing a whole slew of tools. I was able to give myself a salon-quality blowout and bouncy curls in record-time.

The FlexStyle also uses circulated hot air rather than direct contact heat, which is how it styles without excessive damage. Hot air flows through the attachments while you work, smoothing or curling hair at lower temperatures than traditional tools require.

Amazon Prime Day doesn't officially start until June 23, but several early deals are already live. If you've been considering the Shark FlexStyle, now is the perfect time to buy at just $199.

As a hair tool reviewer and skincare fiend, it's no surprise that I'm a big fan of all things Shark. In my time at Tom's Guide AU, I've gotten to review and examine Shark's extensive range of home and beauty appliances, and I've been fairly impressed by the brand so far.

However, my biggest pain point is pricing. While Shark never ceases to amaze me, its pricing can be a touch inflated for those on a budget.

That said, Shark (and sister brand Ninja) has dropped some seriously attractive deals during its EOFY sale on its website and Amazon storefront. From now until July 1, 2026, you can save up to AU$180 off Shark's home appliances, from air purifiers to vacuums and fans. Better yet, the deals extend to Shark Beauty, with up to AU$150 off select hair tools, including my everyday staple, the Flexstyle, now 38% off.

I've gathered my top-rated EOFY deals from Shark below, but you'll need to act fast, though, as these hot home and haircare deals end on July 1, 2026.

Best Shark Clean EOFY deals

Best Shark Beauty EOFY deals

Ready for Prime Day? Amazon's big shopping event is less than two weeks away. But in the meantime, there are tons of early deals you can shop now. In particular, Shark is dropping prices on appliances that are essential for summer. (Don't forget to sign up for an Amazon Prime membership.)

Temperatures are already soaring, so you're going to need help keeping cool. I recommend grabbing the Shark FlexBreeze Pro Misting Fan for $199 ASAP. It uses a combination of cooling breeze and a mist spray to keep you from overheating.

There are plenty more Shark deals up for grabs, so keep scrolling to see my favorites.

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• Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Pro Fan: was $149 now $129
• Shark NeverChange Compact Pro Air Purifier: was $149 now $139
• Shark StainForce Cordless Spot Cleaner: was $199 now $168
• Shark FlexBreeze Pro Mist Fan: was $249 now $199
• Shark Matrix Clean Robot Vacuum: was $599 now $289
• Shark Rotator Lift-Away Upright Vacuum: was $349 now $319

My Top Deals

The Shark Home Luxe Collection has just arrived as the brand's first cross-category design collection. What does that mean? Well, it's trying to bring a little spark of luxury to some admittedly utilitarian home appliances.

These reimagined floorcare products are interior-inspired, with feature-elevated finishes and eight new colors designed to complement whatever your home decor is. Basically, if you want to feel like you're living on the Upper West Side without the mortgage to show for it, Shark has you covered.

The collection launched online today on SharkNinja and Amazon and spans two of the company’s newest cleaning systems: the Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal 2-in-1 Vac & Mop and the Shark PowerDetect Speed Cordless Vacuum Clean & Empty System.

Bringing cleaning appliances front and center of our homes

In the past, Shark states that floorcare products have been designed almost exclusively for utility and have been “dominated by glossy black and stark white finishes, and bright accent colors optimized for retail shelves rather than the home itself.”

However, as robot vacuums and cordless systems have become more visible in everyday life, Shark saw an opportunity to rethink what these products could look like in our homes.

The Shark Home Luxe Collection was created in response to the gap between utility and interior design and follows a SharkNinja survey in 2025, where 55% of consumers said color impacts the emotional appeal of their home, yet only 12% believed appliance brands get color right.

“For years, this category has been focused almost entirely on function,” said François Nguyen, Chief Design and Experience Officer at SharkNinja. “We saw an opportunity to rethink that.”

And he added, “With the Luxe Collection, we paid close attention to every detail, from color and finish to materials and form, creating products that feel at home in the spaces where they live.”

While shifting its focus toward sophisticated home design, Nguyen emphasized that high performance remains the foundation of the collection.

Changing colors

Moving away from the traditional harsh color tones associated with floorcare, Shark has developed a softer palette of earth tones and muted neutrals to sit with a wide range of interior styles. Choose from Espresso, Walnut, Dove, Oatstone, Evergreen, Sagewood, Deep Harbor and Harbor Slate, all of which are finished with a subtle metallic accent.

To help bring the new collection to life, Shark worked with acclaimed interior designer and award-winning television personality, Jeremiah Brent. “The Luxe Collection approaches cleaning products with the same level of intention we bring to furniture, lighting, and accessories. The colors feel sophisticated, the finishes elevated, and the collection integrates into the home in a way that feels thoughtful rather than disruptive,” he said.

Shark's new Home Luxe Collection extends across two products

The Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal Robot & Mop, available for $1,299 at SharkNinja, uses UV light to detect and clean messes, dried spills and pet accidents that your eyes miss, while vacuuming and mopping in a single pass. It’s now available in Espresso, Evergreen, Deep Harbor and Ivory.

The second cleaning appliance in the Home Luxe Collection is Shark’s PowerDetect Speed Cordless Vacuum Clean & Empty System, available for $499 at Amazon in Walnut, Oatstone, and Harbor Slate, and exclusively at SharkNinja in Evergreen and Sagewood, where it is currently reduced from $499 to $379.

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I've been reviewing hair tools for over two years now, and I've had some serious hands-on time with the likes of the Shark, Dyson and Dreame airstylers. Up until now, my go-to airstyler was the Shark Flexstyle, as it packs an Airwrap-sized punch in a more affordable package. But now, I'm considering ditching it completely for Shark's newest entry.

The Shark Glam officially launched in global markets last year, building on the Flexstyle by introducing brand new attachments that truly make it an all-in-one styling solution. In our Shark Glam review, our Homes Editor, Millie, gave it a glowing 5-star rating, claiming that most people would "never need another hair styler again", as it would certainly replace most hair tools, from dryer to straightener and hot brush, thanks to its interchangeable attachments.

Notably, the new hair tool includes specialised ceramic straightener and brush styler attachments, which both utilise heat and airflow settings to achieve a frizz-free finish. As a wet-to-dry styler, it cuts down precious time on hair drying and styling, and can be used in either wet or dry mode across the attachments. It also has a cool shot to lock in styles and boost shiny locks.

As for pricing, the Shark Glam costs a modest AU$699.99, which is just AU$300 cheaper than its direct competitor, the Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x and is available in Soft Gold or Soft Pink colourways. Note that Soft Pink is currently out of stock at Shark Direct, but it is available at retailers like Myer and JB Hi-Fi.

After going between my Shark Flexstyle and Dyson Airstrait depending on what hairstyle I'd like on any given day, I just know the Glam would save me plenty of time, especially given how easy it is to change attachments. If I wanted to curl my bangs but keep most of my hair straight, it would be effortless, and I wouldn't need to switch tools.

Even in her verdict, Millie noted that it's one of the most capable hair stylers she's ever tried, and that she can "basically get rid of every other hair tool in my styling arsenal now, because the Glam outpaces all of them".

As mentioned, if you're keen on nabbing the ultimate airstyler, the Shark Glam, you'd better act fast — it's already selling out at major retailers, so you'll need to hurry. And if you're worried about the hefty pricetag, you may want to check back here in a couple of weeks during EOFY sales. My fingers (and toes) are crossed a bargain will come my way for this coveted styler 🤞

When I was growing up, I never suffered from seasonal allergies despite constantly playing outside on fields of freshly cut grass and getting as close to the flower beds as I possibly could. But as I've become older, I've noticed that as soon as April rolls around and the flowers and trees in my area start pollinating, I get a serious case of the sniffles.

I always thought I was the chosen one who would never suffer with allergies, but oh, how wrong I was. Over the years, I've moved to different cities, and this can have an influence on my reaction due to the different environments, meaning that I've become more sensitive to things like dust and pollen.

So this year I've invested in the Shark Never Change air purifier, and it's completely altered my home. I've been using it for a month, and here are three of the biggest changes I noticed.

Reduced dust

The first thing I noticed within a week of having the air purifier was the reduced dust floating around my home. My house has never been dusty by any means, but it's only natural to spot dust floating around when sunlight beams in through the windows.

I hardly notice any dust now, and on my weekly clean, there's way less dust settling on surfaces. This has been a game-changer for me since, as well as dealing with seasonal allergies, my skin is extremely sensitive to triggers like disturbed dust.

The filters on the side of the air purifier need to be cleaned intermittently, and the more dust there is, the more often you'll need to do this. I find this task very simple: I pop out the side filters, wipe them down with a damp (not wet) cloth, let them dry, and then put them back in. You could also vacuum the filters if that's easier for you, and it saves you waiting around for them to be completely dry before reinstalling them.

Pollen detection

Whether you're someone who suffers the most when the tree pollen hits you as soon as you step outside, or whether it's the lingering effects it has in your house when it gets on your rugs that affects you the most, the air purifier is one of the easiest ways to combat the effects.

The HEPA filter ensures that particles as small as 0.3 microns are captured before the fresh air is returned to your home.

There are also settings on the screen that can show you the level of pollen in the air and how the air purifier is dealing with correcting this. I've let that dictate how often I take antihistamines, and it's become a great way to manage my symptoms.

Improved sleep

While the air purifier isn't in my bedroom, it works hard to filter the air from all around my home. As allergy season began, I was waking up in the night occasionally, but since having the air filtered, I've been sleeping like a baby.

I track my sleep every night with my Oura Ring, and the difference from the week before the air purifier and the week with the air purifier is undeniable.

Having this air purifier in my home has allowed my immune system to rest and created a sanctuary. I can't recommend a device like this enough, especially if you hate dealing with seasonal allergies like me.

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Shark is no stranger to a good vacuum and at this point, I can find myself getting a little confused about which vacuum is which. Fortunately, the brand is well-versed in giving its vacuums names that lay out what each one is aiming to do.

This rings true with Shark's latest release — the Shark PowerDetect Speed Clean & Empty System. And what I'm really impressed about here is that Shark is finally combining two of its greatest features — smart technology and self-emptying.

Ultimately, it seems like a collaboration of the smarts found inside the Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop and the self-emptying and charging station of the Shark Clean & Empty Cordless Vacuum. And it's on sale right now for just $499 at SharkNinja.

About the Shark PowerDetect Speed Empty & Clean System

The Shark PowerDetect Speed Empty & Clean System is a bit of a mouthful, but its name is such because of how many features it packs in. So, I won't complain too much.

Shark has your at-home space in mind and has created a lightweight, easy-to-maneuver vacuum that's compact enough to fit into smaller or busier homes. And that's all great news, but what I'm really interested in is the technology it packs in that'll both clean up your home and the vacuum itself.

PowerDetect Intelligence is one of Shark's most impressive features, automatically sensing mess and cleaning it up. Whether it's large debris or dirt hiding across multiple surfaces, the technology is dedicated to getting rid of it.

Throw in Dirt Detect that boosts power up to 50% in high-traffic areas and Edge Detect for increasing suction along walls and corners and you've got the next level of clean. There's even the TurboPro Detect brushroll here to really disturb and suction up the mess. A brushroll, I must add, that is also self-cleaning.

For smaller spaces, up to 60 minutes of runtime should be no issue, but there's also the hands-free Auto-Empty Dock, which is one of Shark's other great features. Not only will it charge your vacuum, but it'll also empty it after every clean and hold that debris for up to 45 days.

Here's why I can't wait to try it

My current Shark vacuum has been putting in the hard work for a few years now, but I've been on the hunt for a replacement. So, when I heard that the Shark PowerDetect Speed Clean & Empty System is "compact enough to fit seamlessly into smaller or busier spaces", the fact I have two small kids running around my home immediately sprung to mind. I vacuum a lot, but it never seems like enough with constant crumbs and debris.

Being able to try out a combination of Shark's PowerDetect technology that I've only been about to read about up until now with the self-emptying dock of the cordless vacuum is what I'm really excited to try out. Plus, the MultiFlex wand can get where I'm sure I haven't vacuumed in a really long time.

I'm almost nervous to see how much dirt the technology picks up on, sensing dirtier areas, floor types, and cleaning direction around my home and boosting suction to suit. And with a powerful blue LED light to glisten over all that hidden dust, I'm looking forward to seeing what it achieves across my home the more I use it.

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At this point, I'm pretty convinced that Dyson and Shark are in some sort of competition to come up with the craziest names for their latest innovations. Dyson has the PencilVac Fluffycones and PencilWash, whilst Shark has the BlastBoss and ChillPill.

What I'm saying is I'd love to be a fly on the wall in the rooms where they come up with these names because I think a vacuum called DirtKing could really catch on. Anyway, while the names are unusual, there's nothing unusual about how impressive these products are. And in the latest addition to its line-up, Dyson has released its first ever portable handheld fan called the HushJet Mini Cool.

Why HushJet? Well, it harnesses the brand's HushJet technology that uses focused airflow with reduced turbulence and smoother, quieter acoustics. And while that also sounds like the recipe for a pretty dreamy plane ride, it's actually a wearable, handheld, or desk-friendly fan that has really caught my eye.

Meet the Dyson HushJet Mini Cool

Weighing in at just 7.5oz, the HushJet is the perfect companion for those hot, summery days. And while Shark has only recently launched the ChillPill, an eerily similar product that also offers misting, Dyson has some of its own features to rave about.

Aside from looking a little bit like a high fashion pore remover or facial cleanser, it's got some pretty impressive highlights including up to 6 hours of battery life and a high-speed brushless motor spinning up to 65,000 RPM. Now, I'm not sure how cool that's going to keep me, but it certainly sounds impressive.

With 5 speeds and even a Boost mode for those extra sweaty days, the HushJet has one goal in mind, to provide a mini cooling fan that you can take wherever you go.

Not only do you get the fan, available in three finishes – Stone/Blush, Carnelian/Sky (available May 2026), and Ink/Cobalt (available June 2026), but it even comes with a lanyard, charging stand, USB-C cable and travel pouch. It's really screaming out: "Take me with you!"

Here's why I can't wait to try it

Dyson is a bit of a master at making fans. Take the Dyson Cool CF1 bladeless fan, a redesign of the brand's iconic Dyson Cool from 2009 or the Dyson Hot+Cool 3-in-1 air purifier, heater and fan as two shining examples of the brand's impressive air care range.

And yet, this is the first time it's ever released a handheld fan, which is one of the main reasons I'm excited to try it. Taking "17 years of airflow mastery" into a portable cooling companion feels like a big deal.

An even bigger deal? It's actually incredibly affordable at just $99. Sure, in comparison to the questionable handheld fan I panic bought one hot summer from Walmart, it's pricey. But, said handheld fan is also not very good. Plus, in comparison to say the Shark ChillPill that'll cost you $149, it's competitive, especially considering it offers a range of features that I'm also eager to try.

Airflow speeds up to 25m/s (55mph), 6 hours of runtime, 7.5oz in weight, HushJet technology for a cool and quiet experience, and multi-functional use are all part of the line-up. But, I'll wait until I get a full hands-on experience before I say whether it's truly worth the money. For now, the signs are looking good.

The HushJet is available now for $99 at Dyson.

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Recently, on my hunt for the best robot vacuums, I came across the Roborock Saros 20, the brand's new flagship model. One thing came to mind, “This looks a lot like my Shark robot vacuum at home.” And while the two share similarities, their performance and cleaning features are wildly different.

As with most things, the vacuum that’s right for you comes down to a matter of personal preference. So, let’s take a look at the differences in the Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch Pro and the Roborock Saros 20.

Roborock Saros 20 vs Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1: Specs

Roborock Saros 20 vs Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1: Price & availability

The Roborock Saros 20 is available at Amazon for $1,599 / £1,309. This is Roborock’s brand-new, premium flagship model, and it comes with all the bells and whistles to make your home cleaning as streamlined as possible. While the brand has some budget offerings like the Roborock Q10 S5+, the Saros 20 is for anyone ready to make an investment in home maintenance.

The Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch is available at Amazon for $1,299 / £949, which is a little cheaper than the Roborock. Again, the Shark has all the bells and whistles, but the Roborock edges into the lead slightly with better obstacle avoidance skills, and with that technology comes an increased price tag.

That said, it all depends on how advanced you want your home tech to be. That extra bit of cash spent on the Roborock could make all the difference in your cleaning experience.

Winner: Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1

Roborock Saros 20 vs Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1: Design

Both of these robot vacuums are severely good looking, and there really isn’t that much separating them in size either; the dock of the Roborock is just an inch bigger in height, width and depth than the Shark.

The robots are the same diameter, at just under 14 inches, but the Roborock is slightly slimmer at 3.1 inches compared to the Shark’s 3.5 inches. This may not seem like much, but if you have some low-to-the-ground furniture you need to clean underneath, you have a better chance with the Roborock.

Both models have a clean-water and a dirty-water tank in their docks, but the cleaning solution needs to be manually added to the Shark; the Roborock adds it automatically as needed.

Both vacuums also have a small platform to help with ‘parking’ when returning to the dock. They both also have a slot for the mop to detach itself when not needed (which I’ll talk about more a little later).

The self-emptying bin is where these models start to differ. The Shark uses a bin that you remove and empty, but the Roborock uses a dust bag design. This comes down to personal preference, but you will need to replace the dustbags over time.

The Saros 20 wins me over because it has AdaptiLift Technology, which uses the wheels to easily lift itself over tougher terrain. And the FlexiArm design means that the side sweeping bristles actually extend out from the body of the vacuum cleaner. This gives better reach and coverage for areas that the vacuum can’t quite get to.

Winner: Roborock Saros 20

Roborock Saros 20 vs Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1: App & mapping

Both robot vacuums are compatible with a companion mobile app. This means you can control them right from your smartphone without moving from the sofa (which is my favorite thing about robot vacuums).

Both of the apps work in similar ways, with quick mapping, zone settings, and scheduling options. But the Saros 20 brings a bit more intelligence to the table.

It can identify obstacles like room thresholds and literally climb over them by deploying two small arms. The Saros 20 also uses mapping and sensor technology to identify specific obstacles. It will automatically name your sofa to give a better picture of the room in the app. Also, as you use the vacuum over time, the robot’s knowledge of the area will improve and better inform it.

The Roborock Saros 20 also has some of the best navigation I’ve seen. It was actually like watching a dance as it moved around the table legs and detected and transitioned from carpet to hard floor.

But enough of me gushing over its waltzing abilities — it didn’t bump into a single thing, and even avoided people walking right in its path. The Shark finds this kind of disturbance a little more confusing.

Winner: Roborock Saros 20

Roborock Saros 20 vs Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1: Vacuum & mop performance

It’s no secret that I love the Shark’s cleaning performance. It’s become the go-to in my home for tackling any spills or crumbs… but the Roborock Saros 20 does one heck of a good job too. While the suction power isn’t disclosed for the Shark vacuum, the Roborock has a suction power of 36,000Pa. That’s pretty powerful, and it’s not even that loud.

When the Saros 20 has the mop attached, it lifts itself off the carpet to avoid getting it wet. The Shark does this too. Both robots also leave the mops behind in the dock station. I love this feature in particular as it means I don’t have to fuss with removing the mop when it’s wet.

The Shark mops with a pad that moves from side to side. This is effective and gets my floors sparkling. But the Saros 20 uses two circular pads that rotate and add pressure in areas where stains are detected. The two pads can also move out from under the robot to get right up close to the edges of the room.

Winner: Roborock Saros 20

Roborock Saros 20 vs Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1: Maintenance

Luckily for me — someone who hates touching anything dirty — both of these vacuums are totally self-sufficient. I never want to have to think about how much bacteria could be on a mop pad. They look after themselves until the dust bin or bag is full, and then it’s just a case of emptying them into your bin and putting them back in the dock station.

The Shark vacuum uses 185ºF water to clean the mop pad in the dock. This kills bacteria, and then to stop any damp smells from happening, the dock uses 175ºF air to dry the mop pad.

The Roborock Saros 20 uses 212ºF hot water to clean the mop pads and then dries them with 131ºF air.

Winner: Tie

Roborock Saros 20 vs Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1: Which should you buy?

So as you can tell, there’s not that much in it. They both look pretty much the same and share very similar dimensions too. But the Roborock Saros 20 just beats out the Shark with its technical advancements, like the ability to climb over thresholds and identify specific obstacles.

The extra attention to detail with the extending mop pads and side sweeping brush also makes the Saros 20 an ideal choice for getting dust and debris from hard-to-reach spots. And for a navigation experience that is nothing short of majestic, the Saros is the obvious winner.

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Shark is known for creating iconic products like the Shark Glam Multi-Styler and the last summer's viral Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo misting fan. And when it comes to cleaning up your home, they've got a range of items our experts have happily tested, including the 2-in-1 Shark VacMop and the Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum.

But, how about something a little different? Namely, an air blasting system that works both indoors and out. Allow me to introduce you to the Shark BlastBoss, a product designed to help you clear up messes around the home with an airflow that works... well, like a boss.

About the Shark BlastBoss

The Shark BlastBoss is what the brand is called "a first-of-its-kind indoor-outdoor air blasting system", which is likely why it's given it the much catchier title of BlastBoss.

With an adjustable airflow of up to 190 MPH, it aims to budge messes like sand from your car seats or toys from under your couch or pine needles on your porch, demonstrating it can be used both in your home, outside, and even in your car. And fortunately, the adjustable airflow can be easily changed using a variable-speed button to give you the power you need, depending on the job.

As Julie Saldarriaga, VP of Marketing at SharkNinja explains: “At SharkNinja, we’re obsessed with solving the everyday problems people have simply learned to live with. Too often, disruptive messes don’t justify pulling out large, cumbersome equipment—yet they still demand attention. BlastBoss was engineered to fill that gap, delivering targeted, high-performance cleaning power in a compact, always-within-reach design."

Shark isn't done with just calling it the BlastBoss, though. With three interchangeable attachments, the company also offers a BlastBroom. For this, you get the airflow alongside a sweeping tool that can clear debris from patios and walkways whilst also blowing away mess.

Then, there's the extension wand for hard-to-reach places and a precision nozzle for concentrated airflow, like you'd expect on a vacuum. What you get with the BlastBoss though, is a compact and cordless solution for any messes you need to blow away, weighing in at under 1.5 pounds.

Here's why I can't wait to try it

At first glance, I'll be completely honest, I felt like the Shark BlastBoss looked like a stylish, but perhaps glorified, leaf blower. And it pretty much is, but its scope is so much larger. It's clearly versatile, working both inside and outside of your home, which I think is absolutely genius.

Knowing I could use it to reach into places I can't get to with my vacuum and blowing dirt out to places I can then reach to hoover it up is something I've been trying and failing to do with various other home items for ages.

And I'll admit, I also found it to be a surprising drop for the brand. Having recently covered the launch of the Shark's new misting and cooling handheld fan, the Shark ChillPill, I expected more cooling products to be released in the lead-up to summer.

While that's probably still the case, what I didn't expect was an air blasting system with a multitude of uses. But, its features are certainly drawing me in. I'll wait until we get our hands on it for a full review before I make any final judgments on it. What I do know is I can't wait to try it out.

The BlastBoss is available now for $149.99 at SharkNinja and Amazon.

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I've been testing the Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch for over a month now, and in that time, I haven't had to clean it once. That may sound quite disgusting, but the great thing about this robot vacuum is that it's totally self-sufficient and takes care of itself.

It's one of the best robot vacuums out there. It makes daily home cleaning so much easier when you don't have to worry about chasing around the robot vacuum and emptying it halfway through the cycle. The Shark vacuum empties itself of debris but also disinfects itself.

If you've got pets at home who are constantly dragging muddy paws through the house, this is a great solution, so you don't have to mop the floors every time it rains outside.

Keeping it clean

Many robot vacuums now pull double-duty, able to both vacuum your carpet and mop your floors. And, the better ones, like the Shark vacuum, will take care of themselves, too. Once it returns to the docking station, it cleans the mop pad with 185ºF water. This kills bacteria on the mop pad.

By doing this, the mop pad is good to go for the next clean cycle, and it eliminates the horrible damp smell you get from dirty mops lying around.

It dries too

So it just sits on the dock, drip-drying after it gets cleaned? Absolutely not.

The docking station then dried the mop pad with 175ºF air. This prolongs the longevity of the mop pad, keeping it fresher for longer.

Inevitably, you'll eventually need to replace the mop pad, as with most things, but the robot vacuum comes with a spare mop for when the time comes.

Refills after each clean

Once the cleaning process is finished, you don't even need to do anything to the dock.

First of all, if you want to only vacuum the floors and leave the mopping for another time, then the dock will store the mop so it's not dragging around on your floor. It will then reattach itself on its own when needed.

And as for the water in the vacuum, any dirty water accumulated while cleaning will be emptied into the dirty water compartment on the dock. The vacuum will then refill with clean water from the dock's reservoir with multi-purpose cleaner.

These compartments need to be refilled and emptied as and when, but after a month of cleaning my home, they are still going strong. Of course, this may vary depending on how much hard flooring your home has and on how often you run the vacuum.

The Shark has changed the way I clean my home, leaving me with more time to get on with other tasks while it ensures my floors stay sparkling at all times. And its ability to look after itself, so I never touch a dirty mop, is the cherry on top of the powerful cleaning.

To find out more about how the vacuum worked in my home, you can read my full Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch review.

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Amazon’s Big Spring Sale launches today, which means it’s the perfect time to swipe up a deal and upgrade your small home appliances. Whether you fancy a new coffee maker, plan to get healthy with making your own juice, or want to bust the dust in your home with a new vacuum, I’ve picked the top deals from Shark, Ninja and De’Longhi to save you scrolling.

Right now, I’ve found a 43% saving on Shark’s Stratos Upright Vacuum, now $299. Or how about a 28% price drop on De’Longhi’s La Specialista Opera Espresso Machine, reduced from $899 to $649. But if your dollars won’t stretch that far, you could enjoy a brew with Ninja’s Single Serve Coffee Maker with Pods and Grounds, now $99.

It’s a great time to bag a deal, so don’t miss out on these springtime Amazon deals.

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I've tested my fair share of smart gadgets over the years, but hands down the one thing everyone needs in their home is a robot vacuum. One of the best robot vacuums can make your life so much easier by giving your floors a daily clean while you get on with other tasks.

I’ve been testing the Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch and the Roborock Q10 S5+ for the past two weeks, and I’ve found one is worth your money. So can a budget model actually give a premium model a run for its money?

Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 vs Roborock Q10 S5+: Specs

Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 vs Roborock Q10 S5+: Price & availability

The Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch is available at Amazon for $1,199 / £949. This is a premium model with all the bells and whistles, so it commands a premium price.

The Roborock Q10 S5+ is available at Amazon for $549 / £399. This is a lot cheaper than the Shark, but does it reflect in the performance?

Well, I’m going to spoil it for you here: absolutely. To be honest, it’s not even a competition, but it really depends on what your home needs. So let’s get into the details.

Winner: Roborock Q10 S5+

Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 vs Roborock Q10 S5+: Design

Like with most robot vacuum cleaners, these two models look virtually identical. They’re about the same size, so they can fit through the same-sized gaps and under the same height of furniture. But where things start to differ is the self-emptying docks.

But vacuums have a self-empty function, but the size of the docks is quite different. The Shark dock measures 18.2 x 17.5 x 14.3 inches, so it takes up quite a lot of space, whereas the Roborock is a little more discreet and measures 10.2 x 8.3 x 7 inches.

The Shark dock is also capable of a lot more since it is entirely self-sufficient, as it can wash and dry its mop and refill with water. The Roborock is a lot more hands-on since you ned to fill the water manually and clean the mop attachment after each use or else risk a funky smell.

Winner: Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1

Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 vs Roborock Q10 S5+: App & mapping

Both robot vacuums have access to a companion mobile app. This makes controlling the vacuums super simple. And honestly, both apps work very similarly.

The Wi-Fi connection process is straightforward with both vacuums. Both apps also give you the option to name rooms, set schedules and zones, and follow the vacuum’s progress live.

Getting an accurate map of your home is also super quick with both devices and takes under 10 minutes, meaning you’re able to get going right away.

Where the vacuums differ is the navigation. While the Shark is reliable, the Roborock is an absolute nightmare. It required me to babysit it the entire time it was cleaning, as it kept getting itself jammed and mounted on top of things. It even dented my wash basket by ramming into it repeatedly. So yeah, I think the Shark takes this one.

Winner: Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1

Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 vs Roborock Q10 S5+: Vacuum performance

Shark doesn’t specify the suction power of this vacuum, but it has three settings, all of which are totally effective in picking up debris and leaving carpets and hard floors dust-free. The side sweep bristles get everything out from the edges of the room too.

The Roborock has a max suction power of 10,000Pa, which sounds impressive, but when it’s in action, it’s not so impressive. Having the Roborock set to its max power drains the on-board battery incredibly fast, so it had to dock to charge three times before completing the cleaning process, which the Shark can do with about 50% of its charge.

The Roborock left my floors clean, but it’s frustrating that it’s not as efficient as the Shark.

Winner: Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1

Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 vs Roborock Q10 S5+: Mop performance

Both vacuums have mop attachments and can recognize carpet and hard flooring, so they know when to deploy the mop. The Shark certainly gets a more sparkling clean result than the Roborock as it heats the water to remove even tough stains.

The Shark attaches the mop pad itself to the dock when it needs it, meaning it’s not always dragging around, which is useful. It also cleans the pad with 185ºF water to kill bacteria and dries it with 175ºF air to avoid any damp smell. This makes the user experience incredibly easy.

The Roborock always has the mop attached and requires you to manually remove and wash it after every use. This becomes tedious, especially when you have other tasks to get on with, and the whole reason you got a robot vacuum was to do the vacuuming and mopping for you.

Winner: Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1

Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 vs Roborock Q10 S5+: Which should you buy?

So which one is the winner? I think it’s clear that the Shark takes the top spot in every area apart from the price. But is it actually worth that premium dollar?

Absolutely. The beauty of a robot vacuum is to make life easier and give you time to take care of other tasks or simply kick back and relax. The hassle that comes with the Roborock just doesn’t seem worth it.

The Shark vacuum makes day-to-day cleaning in my home so easy, and it’s the perfect home addition for anyone with pets who drag their muddy paws through the house, because that hot water can take care of any stains.

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As we make our way into spring, it's the perfect time to start cleaning your home like a madman (or madwoman). Whether it's having a big clear-out of old clothes you just don't wear anymore, or pulling out the sofas to clean behind them, it's a great time to make your home feel refreshed.

I don't know about you, but despite my current urge to rid my house of any signs of life, I find it so difficult to find the time. Between the 9-to-5, working out and seeing friends, I'm exhausted by the time it comes to getting the cleaning done. Luckily, one of the best robot vacuums from Shark, the PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch can remedy this issue.

Better yet, it's currently available at Amazon for $649, the lowest price I've ever seen it hit. This $550 price reduction makes the robot vac a total steal.

This robot vacuum is usually priced at $1,199, so a 46% price drop is one you don't want to miss out on. This gadget makes keeping up with home maintenance a total breeze.

You can set up cleaning schedules, so you don't even need to be on hand to start a cleaning cycle. In fact, you could leave the vacuum alone for over a month, and it would still keep doing its job incredibly well.

This is thanks to the NeverTouch system that comes as a perk of the charging dock. The docking station has a dust bin, where the vacuum self-empties. This is a great feature and even has a deodorizer which keeps the area around the vacuum smelling fresh.

But the stars of the show (in my opinion) are the water tanks. There is a clean water tank where the floor cleaner goes and a dirty water tank for after the mop has cleaned itself.

And yes, I do mean cleaned itself, because unlike other mops that simply sit and wait for you to remove and clean them, the NeverTouch technology does the work for you. It heats water from the tank to 185ºF to kill any bacteria on the mop pad while the robot vacuum is docked, and then dries it with 175ºF air.

This means no damp smelly mops, and a cleaning experience that you really don't need to get involved with, leaving you with more time to tackle other tasks in the home that a robot just can't do... yet.

To find out more about the Shark robot vacuum, its specs and how it works, you can read this my Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch review.

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The Shark FlexStyle delivers multistyling capabilities without the Dyson Airwrap price tag, and it just dropped to $299 ahead of Amazon's Spring Sale. That's $100 off the cherry colorway with all attachments included.

Amazon's Spring Sale doesn't officially start until Wednesday, but several early deals are already live. If you've been considering a multistyler but couldn't justify the cost, the FlexStyle is worth the hype. You're getting curling, smoothing, and volumizing in one tool for less than half of what an Airwrap costs.

The Shark FlexStyle has built a solid reputation by delivering professional results at a more accessible price point. At $299 with all attachments included, it competes directly with tools costing double without the financial stress.

What makes it work is the genuine versatility. The attachments transition smoothly from sleek blowouts to defined curls, and the learning curve is surprisingly manageable. You're not wrestling with the tool or watching endless tutorials just to figure out basics.

The FlexStyle uses circulated hot air rather than direct contact heat, which is how it styles without excessive damage. Hot air flows through the attachments while you work, smoothing or curling hair at lower temperatures than traditional tools require.

The auto-wrap curling barrel uses air to pull hair around the barrel and set it, eliminating the manual wrapping step. It's a smarter approach to heat styling — one that lets you achieve the look you want without compromising hair health in the process.

For anyone wanting salon-quality results at home, this represents solid value. You're getting most of the Airwrap's capabilities at less than half the price, plus features like the diffuser that higher-end competitors skip entirely.

At $299, the Shark FlexStyle balances professional performance with accessible pricing. Whether you're upgrading your routine or finally trying the tool you've seen all over your feed, this $100 discount makes it easier to justify.

With spring here and summer fast approaching, I can’t wait to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. However, to stay cool and avoid overheating as the weather warms up, you'll need a stylish way to beat the sweat.

Cue Shark’s aptly named ‘ChillPill’, a portable cooling fan designed to provide cooling relief wherever you go. This ergonomic and compact device is small enough to fit in a handbag and comes with three different mini attachments, guaranteeing maximum comfort on the move.

Perhaps my favorite feature is the cooling plate, which can be placed directly on the skin, alongside the 10-speed fan and a handy misting attachment. What’s more, this promises cooling for up to 11 hours (on the lowest speed), and comes in a choice of seven vibrant colors.

While this all sounds impressive, the ChillPill does come at the eye-watering price of $150, which is probably less than what I've spent on a regular standing fan. Still, I was keen to try out this much-talked-about gadget and see if it could actually replace those disappointing handheld fans I'd been stuck with.

I decided to give the Shark ChillPill a test right after my morning yoga. Here are three things I liked — but there's one thing I wasn't crazy about.

3 things I liked about the ChillPill

1. Compact size and ease of use

At first glance, the ChillPill looks like a pair of binoculars rather than a portable cooling gadget. That's because of its unique dual-cylinder shape, and I like that you can angle it to either use it as a handheld device or set it up as a tabletop fan for hands-free use.

Tipping the scales at just 0.77 pounds, it's super lightweight and compact, which is ideal to fit nicely inside your purse or travel holdall. Plus, the included pouch is a nice bonus, making it easy to just toss into your bag.

Although it's pitched to be a wearable gadget, it's slightly disappointing that the lanyard isn't included—you have to buy that separately. Still, the ChillPill is ergonomic and straightforward to use

What’s more, this gadget is easy to use. To get started, just slide the power lock to "unlock" and then press the LCD screen. You'll see the fan speed and the battery status (it's green or red) appear. Want to change the fan speed? Simply twist the dial to adjust to your liking.

Swapping out the different attachments is a breeze too—they just screw on and off and take seconds. Even the misting pod is straightforward, you just fill the mini tank with water to the top, install the pod with a click, and rotate the cap to release the mist. Although, you might want to hold it closer to your skin/face to feel maximum benefits of this.

2. Impressive cooling power

Unlike my other handheld, rechargeable fans, which always seemed to lose their ‘cool’ after a while, the ChillPill was impressive.

Despite its miniature stature, the ChillPill gave an instantly cool, powerful blast— better than my usual rechargeable fans that fade fast, (and I soon get warm again). I was genuinely surprised by how mighty the cooling was, even with its small, bladeless design; it felt like having a mini air conditioner in my hand.

It goes up to speed 10, but honestly, settings 3-4 was sufficient for me to quickly cool down indoors. Shark claims that settings 9 and 10 are best suited to handle sweltering days outdoors, so I'm really looking forward to seeing what it can do when summer really hits!

3. The InstaChill cooling plate

Perhaps the key selling point for me is how versatile the ChillPill cooling gadget is, giving you way more options than your average handheld fan. The Insta Chill cooling plate was a personal favorite; I used it all the time as it gives you that instant, super refreshing cold hit on areas such as your wrists, neck, and forehead.

You can opt for two cooling settings. Level 1 is ideal for chilling indoors, while Level 2 is a colder setting and works great whether you're inside or out. In fact, placing the cooling plate on my neck (sides) and forehead straight after a workout brought a welcome sense of relief.

Bear in mind that you won't be able to use the fan feature whilst the cooling plate is attached. So you'll need to swap it out each time, which you might find a little inconvenient.

...and 1 thing I didn't like

1. Noisy

While the Shark ChillPill checks most of the boxes for a portable fan, it’s a shame that its noise levels at high settings let it down. Setting 1 gave a gentle hum, measuring in at 42dB on my sound meter, which gradually got louder from setting 5 (at 58dB).

By the time you get to the max setting 10, it's at an alarming 70dB—that's about as noisy as my small hairdryer, and was definitely loud enough to drown out a conversation.

Perhaps this would work well in large outdoor events, parks, or even music festivals, where you wouldn’t necessarily be put off by the fan’s noise. But you definitely wouldn’t want this in an indoor or quiet setting where you just want to relax in peace.

The bottom line

Granted, you could probably buy a decent, portable/handheld fan for a fraction of the price — but that wouldn’t necessarily offer you the versatility.

And while the Shark ChillPill might look more like a fashion accessory or a viral fad you're likely to find on a TikTok shop, this certainly packs in the power to instantly cool you down, and get the job done.

I particularly like its game-changing, cooling plate that comes in handy, and its lightweight size makes it convenient to wear, commute with, and travel around with ease.

For the hefty price, it doesn't come with any app connectivity, and it is noisy at higher settings. But if you simply want unwavering power that can keep you cool on the go (and in style), I'd say the Shark ChillPill handheld fan is a summer essential.

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I’m getting ready to spring-clean my home and I'm looking forward to busting the dust and grime in all the areas I usually miss during my weekly blitz. To help me get off to the best start, I’ve been looking out for top discounts on cleaning appliances, and right now, Shark has a stack of deals worth swiping up.

Besides looking for some of the best vacuum cleaners, I’ve had my eye on a few air purifiers to help capture dust and clean the air in time for allergy season. And I’ve spotted Shark’s HP102 Air Purifier is reduced by 25% to $149. I’m going to put one in my shopping cart before they all go.

I also love a two-in-one appliance, and if it’s a robot version, even better. I don’t think you’ll find a better deal than 57% off the Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop, that’s crashed to $299.

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Spring is here and that means the sun is finally shining. It also means that we go from complaining about how rainy and cold it is to saying it's too hot and different iterations of I'm melting — and, fortunately, that's where Shark comes in.

Last year's viral sensation was the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo fan, cooling users indoors and outdoors with its refreshing mist and premium portability. With a whole new summer comes a new opportunity, though, but how do you top it? Well, with a cooling system you can literally strap to you and carry around, it seems.

Meet the Shark "ChillPill", coined by the brand as "the only 3-in-1 personal cooling system that helps you keep your cool in the heat." And it takes the phrase "take a chill pill" to a whole new level.

About the Shark ChillPill

As a 3-in-1 cooling system, you might be wondering how it achieves all three goals while also being wonderfully small — and that's with three interchangeable cooling attachments.

One works as a high-speed fan that can project air up to 7.5m/s. One delivers an evaporative mist that refreshes skin with either a constant or interval setting. And the last is the InstaChill cooling plate that can lower local skin temperature by up to 48°F.

As James Kitto, SVP, Managing Director of EMEA at SharkNinja puts it: "Current personal cooling options simply haven't kept pace with how we live today. Consumers have been making do with inadequate fans that felt awkward to use in public. We wanted to offer them an effective cooling option that truly fits their lifestyle."

And as I stare at the handheld fan that I desperately gripped against my face all last summer while it blew hot air at me, I think it might be time for an upgrade.

Here's why I can't wait to try it

I love the sunshine, but I also get easily hot and bothered chasing my two small kids around whilst out and about. The park seems like a good idea, until you're in it and there's not a touch of shade in sight. The idea of being able to strap the Shark ChillPill to me then, freeing up my hands for summer activities, is actually genius. And having lived with the Shark HydroGo last summer surviving warm nights and outdoor picnics, I know how good Shark is at keeping you cool.

Fortunately, Shark has also thought about the design aspect of wearing the fan, making sure it's lovely to look at too, with a wide choice of attractive colors including Carbon, Iced Latte, Haze, Dragon Fruit, Glacier, Matcha and more. Not only are the colors trendy, but so are their names. It's not just light green, it's Matcha. And it's never a bad thing to be spoilt for choice.

Shark is also selling accessories to go along with the ChillPill and I've already got my eyes on the cross-body and wrist straps. "Simply click it on, twist it into place, and cool down whether you're indoors or out," Shark says, and that is music to my sweaty ears.

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Spring is here, and that means it’s time to bust that winter dust. To help out, Shark is offering a ton of deals on appliances to help you spring clean — and the deals are so good that I’m just on the verge of refreshing my entire collection of appliances.

For example, this Shark 3-in-1 vacuum only just released this year and it’s already on sale for its lowest price ever — the Shark EveryMess for $149 at Amazon. It’s perfect for tackling a variety of cleaning tasks, since it can vacuum both wet and dry messes as well as eliminating stains on carpets and upholstery.

There are lots more Shark deals up for grabs, so keep scrolling to see my favorites. I also recommend checking out the 15 best Stanley deals to stay hydrated this spring.

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• Shark VM252 VacMop Cordless Hard Floor Cleaner: was $99 now $59
• Shark HP072 NeverChange Compact Pro: was $149 now $139
• Shark VX101 EveryMess 3-in-1 Wet Vac, Dry Vac, & Stain Eliminator: was $199 now $149
• Shark AZ3002 Stratos Upright Vacuum: was $529 now $299
• Shark AV2501AE AI Robot Vacuum: was $649 now $299

My Top Deals

I'll be the first to admit, my house doesn't get vacuumed nearly enough. As a family of five, with three very active teenagers and two dogs, the combination leads to plenty of dirt and dog hair being tracked all over our house.

I've owned several robot vacuums over the years, and even dabbled with a 2-in-1 robot that could vacuum and mop. Ultimately, I'd give up on them for various reasons. For instance, one model that continuously kept forgetting the map of our house, or another that made a huge mess with its mop pad every time it ran.

However, I’ve never used a premium-priced, 2-in-1 robot vacuum until now. Shark's new PowerDetect UV Reveal robot vacuum is equipped with plenty of interesting features, including a UV light that highlights stains and spills. I put the UV Reveal to the test for two weeks to see if its steep price tag is justified by its fancy list of features, and how it stacked up against the best robot vacuums on the market.

Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal Robot Vacuum: Price & availability

The Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal Robot Vacuum costs $1,299 on SharkNinja. This is also available on Amazon, Best Buy, and Costco for the same price.

Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal Robot Vacuum: Design

In addition to the vacuum itself, the Reveal's box includes its dock, an air freshener to cover up any nasty odors of the bagless dustbin, a 12-ounce bottle of Shark VacMop multi surface cleaning solution, and two side brushes.

You'll need a dedicated space with plenty of room for the dock. It measures 17 x 18 x 14 inches, and needs at least one foot of room on either side, and two feet of room in front of it. When looking at the dock, the dustbin is located in the back-right corner and is easily removed by pressing a button located inside the handle on the right side of the housing.

The clean and dirty water tanks take up the entire width, running along the front of the dock. Both tanks have a top handle and are easy to take in and out of the dock. On the back-left side of the dock are two filters. One is a foam pre-motor filter that you'll need to clean every couple of months, along the post-motor filter on the left side of the dock behind a door that has the same cleaning cadence.

As for the Reveal itself, it looks like a standard 2-in-1 robot vacuum. On the front, it has an array of lights and sensors, including an RGB camera and a UV light that help with the Reveal detect edges, floor types, objects, and live environmental changes.

On top of the Reveal are four touch-sensitive buttons that are used to activate vacuum and mop modes (if you don't want to use the app), send the robot back to its dock, and set up Wi-Fi. Plus, the Reveal's internal dustbin is removable from the back, as is the mop pad plate.

In short, the Reveal looks like a typical 2-in-1 robot vacuum that could pull double duty with its mopping features. On the outside, at least, there's nothing in particular that stands out about the Reveal.

Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal Robot Vacuum review: Performance and Test Results

After finding a spacious spot for the dock and fully setting up the Reveal, which consists of signing into the SharkClean app and connecting the vacuum to Wi-Fi, and giving your vacuum a name. There are a handful of names you can select in the app — we went with Clean Elizabeth. Once that's done, the app will prompt you to let the vacuum map your home. It was fun to watch it roam around the house, randomly spinning in circles as it scans the room and adds to its map.

With the map created, you're then prompted to let the vacuum go around your house and identify carpet and hard floors so it knows where to vacuum and where to mop. The entire setup and mapping process took about an hour. Once it was done, I set Clean Elizabeth loose on its first vacuuming run, which took just over two hours to complete.

This was the first robot vacuum to run in our house in at least a few years. We'd previously given up on them because of how inconsistent and frustrating they can be. But I'm here to tell you, reader, that the Reveal not only met expectations but exceeded them.

Our linoleum, even without mopping, along with carpet throughout the house, looked clean and refreshed. Instead of a random pattern on the carpet, as we've experienced with Ecovacs, the Reveal takes a zig zag route, much like I'd do when vacuuming a room.

Pretty lines on my carpet aside, the Reveal performed well in our lab tests which consist of testing how well it picks up 10 grams of Cheerios, 20 grams of kitty litter, and 2 grams of pet hair in a 5 x 5-foot carpeted and linoleum area. We originally ran the Cheerios test with 20 grams, but the dustbin inside the vacuum wasn't big enough to hold it all, making a mess in the process.

As you can see, the Reveal cleaned up nearly everything it encountered on the linoleum. It cleaned up 99% of the Cheerios, 98% of the kitty litter, and 93% of the pet hair I tested with. Other than the Cheerios, where there were 1.5 rings left, there were zero granules of litter and no visible pet hair on the floor. I can only assume whatever didn't make it into the dustbin is trapped in its internal filter or brushes.

When it comes to performance on carpet, it excelled in two of the three tests, picking up 95% and 100% of the Cheerios and pet hair, respectively.

The kitty litter test is where it struggled, picking up just 55% of the starting amount. However, I can't fault the Reveal. Instead, I blame the small kitty litter granules and the longer carpet threads. When pouring the litter over my carpet, almost all of it immediately disappeared or got caught in the carpet fibers.

The fact that the Reveal collected half of it was a surprise to me, and for that, I commend it. It took a few more passes with a regular vacuum before I got most of the litter out.

The Reveal is equipped with a UV light that helps it find hard-to-see stains on hard surfaces or carpet. The light isn't constantly on, but instead the vacuum randomly flashes it as it works through its route.

A robot vacuum with a UV light has the potential to be something nightmares are made of simply for the fact that it quickly reveals spots and stains you otherwise couldn't normally see. Watching the vacuum get to work in the kitchen, for example, would randomly reveal spots on our linoleum floor where a dog had drooled while waiting to be fed, or where we'd spilled something and never cleaned up. I didn't have the willpower to watch the UV feature at work in the bathroom.

The Reveal will spend extra time on an area where it detects extra dirt or a stain, slowing down and changing the color of its LEDs on either side as an indicator. If the lights are purple, it detects extra dirt/debris and has increased power to clean up that spot. If the lights are blue, it has detected a stain and is spending extra time on that spot.

About halfway into a two-hour session of vacuuming the roughly 1,300 square foot top level of my home, the Reveal returns to its dock to empty its dustbin into the bagless dustbin in the dock. The process, as expected, is loud (similar to a normal vacuum) and lasts just a few seconds.

When it comes to mopping, I was equally impressed with the Reveal's performance. My kitchen and dining room floors looked as clean as they do when hand-mopped. The Reveal uses the same zigzag pattern it does when vacuuming, taking its time to ensure the edges along the walls and under cabinets get as much attention as the rest of the floor.

When strictly in vacuuming mode, the Reveal will leave the mop pad plate behind in the dock. And when it's time to mop, it'll pick it back up and get to work. Previous 2-in-1's I've used have had the pad permanently attached, and even though they claimed to lift the pad off the carpet, the end result was the robot dragging the pad everywhere, resulting in wet carpet and a filthy pad.

With the Reveal, it can traverse across carpet to other rooms, such as a bathroom, without dragging its mop pad across the carpet by lifting up the pad several inches. And then once it's on a hard surface, the pad is lowered. During a mopping session, if the pad gets overly dirty, the Reveal will return to the dock and briefly clean the pad, then return to work.

Once it's completely done, it docks, cleans the pad, and then dries it. The dryer isn't as loud as I expected. It's a constant, low-volume hum similar to what a refrigerator sounds like.

After the end of a full cleaning session, taking roughly two hours, the Reveal's battery would be between 35%-40% remaining charge, which is right on the 3-hour estimated battery life.

Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal Robot Vacuum review: App and Smart Home Compatibility

To get the most out of the Reveal, you'll want to use the SharkClean app. The app gives you total control over the robot. After the initial setup, you'll want to spend some time labeling your rooms and editing the map to ensure it reflects your home's layout.

Editing the map was and still is one of my main frustration points with the app overall. When the Reveal mapped my primary bedroom, it included the primary bathroom and made it just one big room.

I wanted to separate the two (helpful because the bathroom is hard flooring), but when trying to draw a line across the map to separate the two rooms, it took multiple attempts to get the app to accept the change. The most common complaint the app made was that the room I was trying to create was too small.

Admittedly, my primary bathroom is small, but that shouldn't stop me from designating it as a standalone room, especially when you consider the fact that it needs to be mopped. After several tries, I ultimately got the app to accept the change by making the bathroom bigger than it actually is.

Otherwise, the app is easy to use and helpful in the overall experience. I can tell it to spot clean a roughly 5x5 area in a room, adjust how aggressively it mops or vacuums, and view stats after every cleaning session. Also available in the app is the ability to connect your vacuum to either Amazon Alexa or Google Home, allowing you to use either digital assistant to start a cleaning session, down to a specific room.

Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal Robot Vacuum: Verdict

Even with its $1,299 price tag, I've come away impressed with the Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal's overall capabilities and performance. The floors of my house look as if I'm paying a cleaning service to come mop and vacuum a few times a week. Even my wife, who is a harsh critic of robot vacuums, has had nothing but positive things to say about its performance.

The Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch has become the newest member of our family, and if I'm being honest, I think my Mom loves it more than me.

Lovingly named Sharknado in our home, the robot vacuum makes cleaning the entire house a complete breeze as it completes it's daily missions. You can customize the cleaning to get exactly when you need.

You can get the Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch for $749 at Amazon U.S. right now. That's a huge 38% off this self-sufficient cleaning helper.

In my review of the Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch, there was little I didn't like. With the Shark Clean app, you can set up cleaning routes for the robot and even set schedules so it knows when to clean, making the whole experience fuss-free. The mapping feature is also fast and effective, providing a map of your floor plan so you can select where to clean most frequently.

The best part is that you can actually leave the vacuum alone for a whole month. This may seem crazy, but it can empty itself at the docking station, and uses anti-odor technology to keep everything smelling fresh. The dust bin can hold up to 60 days of debris.

The mop function will also look after itself as the robot vacuum fills itself from the larger water tank, and even empties its own dirty water. And no, that damp mop won't smell, because it gets sterilized with 185ºF water after every run and then dried with 175ºF air.

It's great for keeping the floors tidy when my dog comes in and out of the house throughout the day with muddy paws and debris. It really has been the best addition to our busy home, and at this price it's a total steal.

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