Shark AZ950UK, 750 W, 1.5 liters

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The best value for money in vacuum cleaners is with a corded upright like these AZ910 & AZ950 vacuum cleaners because they offer the same suction power as the best Dysons but they cost less and the battery will never run out because it’s plugged into the wall. Yes, it is a significant weight increase when compared to models like the NV601UKT, but it is worth it for the improved features. Tech Features Plus, DuoClean is still active so that you can really make the most out of each cleaning session. The fact that the main body is so much lighter really helps with the handling.

Shark has introduced a new brush roller that eliminates any hair from ever getting wrapped on the roller ever again. It really works and is really effective. Another excellent innovation from Shark. Powered lift away. You can remove the waste container from the main hoover freeing you up to attach one of the accessories to make it super easy to clean above floor areas like the stairs and up to the ceiling. You can also read our detailed guide on Shark repairs, troubleshooting, and maintenance if you want to learn more about caring for your vacuum. Carpet test: The wide floor head and powerful suction make light work of dirt in any type of carpet.

So, what exactly is the difference between theAZ950UK and AZ950UKT? The nice thing about Shark vacuums cleaners is that I can say there isn’t much difference at all. Some features make a big difference and this has lots of them but the biggest thing to pay attention to with any vacuum cleaner is the suction power.

x large floorhead with anti hair wrap brush, soft roller for hard floors and brush roller for carpets. Secondly, there is a colour difference. The UK is a shade of purple with silver touches, and the UKT is rose gold for a more sophisticated look. Here is a good if a bit lengthy video showing you exactly what you get with the AZ910 and AZ950 corded upright vacuum cleaners: What this should show you is that the filtration system really is doing its job, and you can see how effective it is as collecting dust and allergens.

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Of course, you also have the powered lift away. This means that the main body of the vacuum cleaner can be detached from the frame at the press of a button – essentially turning it into a handheld vacuum cleaner. Maybe you don’t need an extra large waste container but you do have pets or maybe you do have pets but don’t need the extra large waste container. The powered lift away also means you have more flexibility to clean under the furniture, get into tighter or lower spaces, and can even use the main floorhead on the stairs. This is another Shark with an 8m cord, and it is something I do find mildly disappointing. I would love to see a 10m cord for more convenience, but at least it isn’t as short as 5m. The Shark AZ950UKT is the heaviest of all the upright models, and with all the tools attached it comes in at 7.9kg. Without the tools, it is 7.5kg, but this is still a heavy piece of kit to have.

The AZ950UKT has a warranty that will last for five years. This is quite nice because the industry-standard only tends to last for one year. The warranty covers malfunctions and breakdowns, as well as the cost of parts and labour when you send it in for repair. You just need to remember to register your Shark vacuum cleaner online. Should I Buy the Shark AZ950UK/T? Thankfully, it only requires you to push it in this form and when you decide to use the lift away feature it only weighs half the total weight. However, if you do need to lift it in its full form, just be wary of how much it actually weighs. Shark knows how good these vacuum cleaners are but to give you the ultimate peace of mind they come with a 5-year guarantee so if anything goes wrong in that time Shark will sort it out for you. Verdict You will get used to the sound, but it’s not a model you can use early in the morning or late at night if you don’t want to run the risk of waking everyone up.

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There are 4 models in this range with the difference between them being the size of the waste container and whether or not they come with a pet tool so you can easily select the one that is most suitable to your individual circumstances: