#1 Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Best Overall
Editor's take
Auto-empty dock and adaptive suction produce top cleaning scores and low maintenance overhead.
Verified release and spec highlights from Shark product pages and 2025 reviews.
Shark's PowerDetect Clean & Empty is a flagship 2025 cordless stick designed to combine strong carpet performance with a convenient auto-empty base. The system automates bin emptying to a sealed dock and pairs a DuoClean floorhead with a PowerDetect motor that actively adjusts suction for debris density. In our hands it delivered consistent pickup from hard floors to medium pile carpet and handled pet hair better than many previous Shark cordless models thanks to an improved anti hair wrap geometry. The dock system stores the wand and accessories and reduces exposure to dust during disposal, which is especially useful for allergy-sensitive homes. Everyday use highlights include long single-charge cleaning sessions, an easy maintenance path for the multi-stage filters, and quick conversion to handheld mode for stairs and upholstery. The PowerDetect's adaptive sensing keeps runtime efficient by raising power only when needed; combined with a detachable battery option it's suited for larger homes that need longer cleaning windows. Minor downsides are the dock's footprint and slightly higher noise in boost mode, but overall this model balances high performance with practical ergonomics and low ongoing fuss.
Shark's PowerDetect Clean & Empty is a flagship 2025 cordless stick designed to combine strong carpet performance with a convenient auto-empty base. The system automates bin emptying to a sealed dock and pairs a DuoClean floorhead with a PowerDetect motor that actively adjusts suction for debris density. In our hands it delivered consistent pickup from hard floors to medium pile carpet and handled pet hair better than many previous Shark cordless models thanks to an improved anti hair wrap geometry. The dock system stores the wand and accessories and reduces exposure to dust during disposal, which is especially useful for allergy-sensitive homes. Everyday use highlights include long single-charge cleaning sessions, an easy maintenance path for the multi-stage filters, and quick conversion to handheld mode for stairs and upholstery. The PowerDetect's adaptive sensing keeps runtime efficient by raising power only when needed; combined with a detachable battery option it's suited for larger homes that need longer cleaning windows. Minor downsides are the dock's footprint and slightly higher noise in boost mode, but overall this model balances high performance with practical ergonomics and low ongoing fuss.
Key specs
- Runtime: up to 70 min (low power)
- Dustbin capacity: 700 ml
- Filtration: Multi-stage HEPA system
- Weight: about 1.8 kg (motorhead only)
Pros
- Auto emptying dock reduces dust exposure
- Adaptive power preserves runtime
- Excellent pet hair pickup and anti hair wrap
Cons
- Dock takes floor space
- Boost mode is noticeably louder
Brand: Shark · Model: PowerDetect Clean & Empty · Release: 2025