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Shark Ultracyclone Pet Pro+ Review

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Updated Jan 2, 2024 1:44 PM

True Score

81
80
6

Experts

83
1,219

Consumers

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Top experts praised the Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+, recommending it for all surfaces as well as stairs and cars. They were pleased with its outstanding suction power, portable design, and moderately sized dirt compartment.

However, they were unimpressed by its non-HEPA filter and miserable 11-minute battery life.

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Table of Contents

Product Snapshot

Overview

The Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ is a compact handheld vacuum that made its debut in 2020 with the intention of providing powerful suction and reliable performance on carpets and hard floors.

Like most top-tier vacuum cleaners on the market, this model has powerful suction. It is remarkably effective on carpets and hard floors and boasts a portable design that suits cleaning on stairs and in vehicles.

Unlike most handheld models, this device has a large 0.4L dirt compartment. Continue reading our Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ review below and browse our Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Lithium-Ion Hand Handheld Cordless Vacuum review if you prefer a dedicated handheld device for pet hair.

Best For

  • Apartment

  • Handheld

  • Handheld For Pet Hair

  • Lightweight

  • Multi Surface

  • Rv

  • Stairs

Consensus

our Verdict

Experts praised the Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+, praising its performance on hard floors and carpets. Weighing just 2.27 lbs, this vacuum proved to be portable, and editors at Trusted Reviews recommended it for stairs and vehicles.

Consumer Reports praised its moderately-sized 0.4L dust cup, Check out the Shark Vertex Lightweight Cordless review for a bigger 0.7L dirt chamber.

The Pet Pro+ comes with an effective turbo brush, and reviewers lauded its 5.26 kPA tested suction power. It removed an incredible 100% of the pet hair on low-pile carpets and hard floors.

Large debris pickup tests revealed an excellent 100% cleaning rate on bare floors and 89% on carpets. It has a moderate tested noise rating of 71.8 dBA. However, stick vacuum enthusiasts can consider the Shark Rocket Pet Pro with MultiFlex IZ163 review.

Tests revealed a poor battery life of just 11 minutes and a lack of an anti-allergy HEPA air filter. Check out the Wyze Handheld vacuum review if you require an anti-allergy HEPA filter.

ReasonS to Buy

  • Excellent performance with pet hair
  • Great dirt pick-up rate on carpets and hard floors
  • Comes with a turbo brush
  • Great build quality
  • Portable design

Reason to Avoid

  • Poor battery life
  • Lacks a HEPA filter

Shark Ultracyclone Pet Pro+ Review Specs

BaglessBaglessYes
Bin CapacityBin Capacity0.1 gal
Brush Roll Shut-OffBrush Roll Shut-OffUnknown
Carpet Height AdjustmentsCarpet Height AdjustmentsUnknown
Cleaning Path WidthCleaning Path Width2.5"
Compatible Floor TypeCompatible Floor TypeAll floors
Cord LengthCord LengthUnknown
Corded/CordlessCorded/CordlessCordless
Filter TypeFilter TypeCloth, Washable
HypoallergenicHypoallergenicUnknown
PetPetYes
Product WeightProduct Weight2.8 lbs
Vacuum TypeVacuum TypeHandheld vacuums
Wet And Dry UsageWet And Dry UsageNo

All Specs

Test Results

Bare Floor Performance (% of Debris Cleaned)95.25
Carpet Performance (% of Debris Cleaned)84.5
Pet Hair Performance (% of Debris Cleaned)99.165
Noise Level (dB)77.2

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Product Comparison

Shark Ultracyclone Pet Pro+ Review

True Score

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Market Context

The Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ is a compact handheld vacuum that made its debut in 2020 with the intention of providing powerful suction and reliable…

The Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ is a compact handheld vacuum that made its debut in 2020 with the intention of providing powerful suction and reliable performance on carpets and hard floors.

Like most top-tier vacuum cleaners on the market, this model has powerful suction. It is remarkably effective on carpets and hard floors and boasts a portable design that suits cleaning on stairs and in vehicles.

Unlike most handheld models, this device has a large 0.4L dirt compartment. Continue reading our Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ review below and browse our Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Lithium-Ion Hand Handheld Cordless Vacuum review if you prefer a dedicated handheld device for pet hair.

While the Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ doesn’t come with an anti-allergenic HEPA filter, the Shark ION W1 WANDVAC features a HEPA filter. However, the Pet…

While the Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ doesn’t come with an anti-allergenic HEPA filter, the Shark ION W1 WANDVAC features a HEPA filter. However, the Pet Pro+ vacuum has a much larger 0.4L dirt compartment than the WANDVAC, which has a 0.07L compartment. Explore our Shark ION W1 WANDVAC review to learn more about how it compares with the Pet Pro+.

The Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ has a much bigger 0.4L dirt compartment than the 0.05L dust bin of the Bissell AeroSlim. Also, the Shark vacuum…

The Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ has a much bigger 0.4L dirt compartment than the 0.05L dust bin of the Bissell AeroSlim. Also, the Shark vacuum performs significantly better on all floor types, removing 100% of the large debris on hard floors compared to the measly 1% rate of the Bissell.

The Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ and the Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro are very similar with both models featuring a lightweight handheld design with a 0.4L…

The Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ and the Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro are very similar with both models featuring a lightweight handheld design with a 0.4L dirt compartment. Unlike the Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro, however, the Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ (this review) comes with a pet turbo brush.

Bagless

Yes

Yes

Yes

Bin Capacity

0.1 gal

0.08 gal

0.03 gal

Brush Roll Shut-Off

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Carpet Height Adjustments

Unknown

Unknown

No

Cleaning Path Width

2.5"

3.35"

3"

Compatible Floor Type

All floors

All floors

All floors

Cord Length

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Corded/Cordless

Cordless

Cordless

Cordless

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Score Card

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Expert Score

80

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Customer Score

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True Score

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Expert Scores

  • Rtings
    101.4

    Category Trust Rating

    80
    The Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ is excellent for bare floors. It can pick up pet… Read More

    By:

    Kyle Bartlett
  • Techgear Lab
    93.5

    Category Trust Rating

    62
    The Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro Plus is a solid handheld vacuum but not quite good… Read More

    By:

    Austin Palmer
  • Vacuum Cleaner Advisor
    79.85

    Category Trust Rating

    89
    If you have carpet and/or hard flooring, small to medium size debris and some pet… Read More

    By:

    Nigel Russco
  • Trusted Reviews
    93.5

    Category Trust Rating

    80
    A little larger and bulkier than some other handheld cleaners, the Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+… Read More

    By:

    David Ludlow
  • Techradar
    69.8

    Category Trust Rating

    90
    The Shark CH950UKT / Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro Plus is a compact handheld vacuum that’s… Read More

    By:

    Verity Burns
  • Consumer Reports
    45.6

    Category Trust Rating

    NR
    The Shark UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ CH951 is part of the Vacuum Cleaners test program at… Read More

    By:

    Unknown