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Shark APEX DuoClean AX950 VS. Dyson V8 Absolute

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7.7
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Shark APEX DuoClean AX950

Reasons to buy Shark APEX DuoClean AX950:

  • button icon Powered-Lift Away Technology.
  • button icon DuoClean-Technology for cleaning all floor-types.
  • button icon Advanced Anti-Allergen Complete Seal Technology.
  • button icon Noise Reduction Technology & Active-Glide Technology.
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Dyson V8 Absolute

Reasons to buy Dyson V8 Absolute :

  • button icon It Is lightweight and versatile - You can use it clean anywhere
  • button icon Powerful suction and Cord-free operation.
  • button icon Deep Cleans Carpets and Sucks Up Pet-Hair.
  • button icon Whole-machine HEPA filtration captures allergens.
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE
WINNER :

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950

  • Commercial
  • Quiet Operation
USABILITY
DRAW :
DESIGN
WINNER :

Dyson V8 Absolute

  • Cordless
  • Charging Station
CONCLUSION
DRAW :

COMPARISON – Shark APEX DuoClean AX950 VS. Dyson V8 Absolute

PERFORMANCE

Suction Power

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

300 airwatts of maximum suction

Yes

Suction power in MAX-mode is 115-AW.

Commercial

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

With full-sized Shark power and dust-cup capacity, this vacuum-cleaner can be used commercially.

No

Automatic Rewind

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
No

No

Multi Floor Cleaning

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

DuoClean-Technology features a Bristle-Brush to deep clean carpets and an additional Soft-Brushroll that directly engages hard-floors for a polished look.

Yes

This device is engineered to pick up ground-in dirt and fine dust from hard floors and carpets.

Speed

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

Its motor spins at speeds of up-to 125,000 rpm.

Yes

Spins at up to 107,000rpm to create a powerful suction.

Vacuums & Mops

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
No

No

Removes Pet Hair

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

Its powerful suction picks up everything including fine dog hair. It also comes with a Pet Multi-Tool that helps to cleanup all types of hair on the floor and on upholstery.

Yes

The mini motorized tool helps to remove pet hair.

Run Time

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

This vacuum-cleaner is corded and will offer longer run-times using direct power compared to cordless vacuums.

Yes

Up to 40-minutes with a non-motorized tool, 30-minutes with the Soft roller cleaner head & Up to 8-minutes in MAX-mode

Quiet Operation

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

With Noise Reduction Technology, this vacuum is expertly tuned to reduce noise and soften pitch when cleaning up your house.

No

Deep clean Carpets

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

DuoClean Technology features a bristle brush to deep clean carpets.

Yes

Its powerful suction and direct-drive motorhead help to clean deep into carpets.

Battery Charge Time

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
No

Yes

Requires charging for 4-hours before first use.

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950

USABILITY

Wash and Dry

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
No

No

Easy to Clean and Maintain

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

This device is very easy to clean and maintain.

Yes

Yes and comes with a washable lifetime filter.

Easy to use in hard-to-reach places

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

With Powered-Lift Away Technology, the canister detaches to deep clean hard-to-reach areas while delivering power to keep the dual Brushrolls spinning. In fact, this technology gives you the ability to clean under furniture and above floor with the push of a button.

Yes

It’s very ergonomic and transforms to a handheld for easy cleaning of stairs, car-seats and other hard-to-reach areas.

Easy to maneuver

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

Active-Glide Technology provides smooth maneuverability on floors and carpets while maintaining a powerful suction.

Yes

Changes to a handheld vacuum cleaner and back again for easy cleanup of high-up places and floors.

DESIGN

Bagged

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
No

No

Bagless

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Cordless

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
No

Yes

Yes (includes a powerful battery).

Lightweight

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

The vacuum weighs approximately 16-lbs which makes it lightweight and portable.

Yes

This device is very Lightweight and ergonomic.

Transforms to a handheld Vacuum

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

Powered-Lift Away Technology allows you to detach the canister for handheld-cleaning under furniture and above floors.

Yes

This vacuum-cleaner quickly transforms to a handheld vacuum and back again in just one click.

Wattage & Motor Strength

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

It uses 1350-Watts of power coupled with a powerful DuoClean-motor that never loses suction.

Yes

Uses 115-AW in MAX-mode and features a powerful digital motor.

Bin Size

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

The dust cup holds 1.5 dry-quarts to the "max-fill" line.

Yes

0.14-gallons

Anti-Allergy Seal

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

Advanced Anti-Allergen Complete Seal Technology plus HEPA-filter help to trap 99% of dust and allergens when cleaning up your home.

Yes

It uses whole machine filtration to capture allergens and then expels cleaner air.

LED Lights

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

The LED-lights on the handle and floor nozzle provide visibility in dark-spaces allowing for a thorough cleanup.

No

Modes of Power

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

3 power-modes of (high-pile carpet, low-pile carpet and hard-floor).

Yes

2 power-modes (MAX mode & Powerful mode).

Charging Station

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
No

Yes

Comes with a wall-mountable docking station that recharges and stores it.

Attached Accessories

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

Anti-Allergen Dust Brush, Pet Multi-Tool & Duster Crevice.

Yes

Soft roller cleaner head, Direct drive cleaner head, Mini Motorized tool, Mini soft dusting brush, Combination-tool, Crevice-tool.

Build-up Quality & Durability

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

It is produced with a combination of durable plastics, like ABS and PP along with some metal and rubber components.

Yes

This device is of great quality and very durable.

Price & Affordability

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

This device is fairly priced but a bit is expensive.

Yes

It is affordable compared to higher models.

Dyson V8 Absolute

CONCLUSION

PROS

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

• DuoClean Technology. • Active-Glide Technology. • Noise Reduction Technology. • Powered-Lift Away Technology. • Deep clean carpets and bare floors. • Full-sized Shark power and capacity. • Advanced Anti-Allergen Complete Seal. • Pet-and-allergen cleaning experience. • LED-lights for visibility in dark-spaces.

Yes

• Two power modes. • Whole machine filtration. • Lightweight and versatile. • Powerful suction and Cord-free. • Quickly transforms to a handheld. • Certified asthma & allergy friendly. • Powered by the Dyson digital motor V8. • Deep Cleans Carpets & Sucks Up Pet Hair.

CONS

Shark APEX DuoClean AX950
Dyson V8 Absolute
Yes

 It's heavy.  It is not cordless.

Yes

Small dust-bin of 0.14 gallons., Provides only 7-minutes of high power in MAX-mode.

Overall Winner

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