Shark - Apex Duo Clean with Zero-M Powered Lift-Away

I second this advice. I’ve had several different Shark vacuums and the Shark Apex Duo has easily been the best. The self cleaning brush has made life so much easier. We used to always end up with hair build up that had to be cut off and the brush does not come out easily. I LOVE that the second roller pops right off for cleaning if needed, it cuts up the hair, and the internal roller is always hair free!

Shark Apex. It’s the best purchase I have ever made. I love my vacuum like a member of my family.

Yeah that’s the one! Not sure why it is unavailable right now unless there is a newer version out or something 🤔

I have an old Shark Apex AZ1002 that has done amazingly for five years, and it's still running strong. I get Shark probably make them a bitch to service/repair, however for the price, performance, and quality. I'm extremely happy with it and nothing is broken on it. Reddit likes to hate. They hate the vacuum wars guy a lot, but he does seem to be a by-the-numbers guy. If you know you like Miele then there's no reason to watch him. Ultimately, what matters if you're happy with the vacuum and that you want to use it regularly.

Shark Apex does really great with pet hair. It has a metal comb like piece in front to the roller brush. It moves well, has great auction, can be used to go under beds and furniture. If you ever need parts and filters grab them on eBay they’re cheaper. It’s like 300-350 full retail but I bet you can get a used on or open box on eBay much cheaper. Like $100-150. I was very satisfied with this vac and I’ve had it like six years without issue. It’s the first vacuum I purchased in 40 years. I’ve always just repaired shit I find on the curb lol.

I purchased the stratos after I had my previous version for years (apex). Only replaced because after a certain period of time, no cleaning will remove that dog smell. But again, we are talking 6+ years with one permanent dog and several rover dogs in the mix. I like the stratos but my big gripe is the wand doesn’t have a light on it like the apex. Also, I could take the vacuum head completely apart and clean it out in the apex, but the stratos only lets me open the very front part. I have carpets, rugs, and hardwood. I liked the apex because I could take the beater out, can’t do that with the stratos, so I had to buy a mighty mite for my Persian rug.

I prefer canister ( i also clean my filters, canister, and brushroll weekly- im anal i know.) but i was told the power detect is too strong for area rugs. I want the shark apex bc it has best of all worlds but ofc the discontinued it

Shark Apex AZ1002... As someone whose wife has lower back-length hair, two daughters, and 22 dogs - we need a good vacuum! I can't speak highly enough about it. It has a "cutter" that will help break up long hair. And the pre-roller brush is removable, so you can clear off any hair that does tangle/wrap in it... Replacement parts are available, filters are removable & able to be cleaned.

Shark Duo Clean - Zero M It combs hair as it sucks it up. I’ve had mine 7 years now. I have long, thick hair and a mini-Australian shepherd that sheds year round. I did a ton of research and this vacuum literally changed my life.

I asked a similar question last year on r/VacuumCleaners Here's the thread if you want to read everyone's answers: [Do I need two vacuums? : r/VacuumCleaners](https://www.reddit.com/r/VacuumCleaners/comments/1cg235f/do_i_need_two_vacuums/) I settled on a Kenmore Elite 800 (the gold/bronze one) and it does a pretty damn good job Before this one, I had a Shark Apex DuoClean with the self-cleaning brush roll and that lasted like 7ish years, was an amazing vac honestly. Before that I had a Dyson DC50 animal and that thing was fucking garbage and I will NEVERRRR recommend Dyson to anybody lol If you don't mind spending like $1000, I'd go for the Miele or Sebo, they will last a lifetime Also note that if you want a vacuum that lasts a long time, all the experts recommend bagged vacuums over canister vacuums

Nope. I am on my third Shark (all different models) within 5 years. It’s horrible, I have the Apex, which was replaced 3 times by Shark due to the motor burning out. I then bought the 3m model Navigator, which lasted a year before it stopped working completely, and finally tried out the old faithful, base Navigator, didn’t even make it 6 months. My first Shark Navigator lasted 9 years and I actually gave it to a friend when I “upgraded” to the Apex and I regret it. Currently searching for a reliable brand or I’ll just go to a Bissell and replace when needed for way less money.