Rocket TruePet Ultra-Light Upright (HV322)

I find uprights to heavy.  I love the Shark Rockets.  Light weight,  swivel head, 2 head lights, removable head for attachments or remove wand for hand held.  I buy a couple at a time when I see a great sale price.  I also always by corded.

Shark Rocket is my go to.

I have been using [this](https://www.reddit.com/user/Icy_Current9623/comments/1qksa5n/shark_hv_322/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button) from shark , it fits your perfect scenario. It folds in half for surprisingly compact storage and has a motorized pet tool. It's less convenient than cordless and not as "premium" looking, but it's a proven performer for the price.

I’ve actually been using the [Shark HV322 Rocket Deluxe Pro](https://amzn.to/46UkAL4) for a while now, and it’s been a great fit for a similar setup. It’s super lightweight, which really helps if you’ve got back issues, and it still has strong suction for picking up cat hair and litter on carpet. I’ve got pets too, and it handles the fur and debris way better than the older Bissell I used to have. It converts easily to a hand vac for quick cleanups and the LED headlights actually help spot hair on darker carpet. Definitely worth checking out, especially since it’s often under $200 when on sale.

I think that's what I've got as well - mine's the 'TruePet Lift-Away' but I think it's the same general model. The only issue after 5.5 years is that the stick doesn't click into the base very well anymore.

I’ve had the Shark TruePet since 2020, and it’s still holding up great. I do have to cut long hair out of the rollers every few months (three daughters in the house), but it’s been solid on both carpet and hardwood. I think I paid around $250 for it at the time. That said, I’m actually shopping again because my youngest has allergies, and I was told that a bagged vacuum with HEPA filtration can make a big difference. Those three things together (corded + bagged + HEPA) do push the price up, but I’ve seen a couple of Hoover models that land closer to your budget. If you’re still looking, definitely check out the [Vacuum comparison sheet](https://www.reddit.com/user/lacking_foyer48/comments/1lj76h3/vacuum_cleaners_compared_comprehensive_datasheet/) that I saw on another subreddit. It compares all the models and brands side by side. I’m using it right now to shop, and it really helps narrow things down no matter what your priorities are.

I prefer a corded vacuum in this line of work - making sure to have enough charged batteries every day sounds like too much of a hassle to me. My favorite vacuum is the Shark True Pet. It has a great lift away function so you can easily vacuum underneath furniture. It is also user friendly enough that I can handle any maintenance issues.

I agree with Miele! My Shark (TruePet) was also just not cutting it for the hardwoods, and the turbo brush attachment was actually scratching it (though I’ll chalk that up to user error, I shouldn’t have tried it).  I second Miele! I did a ton of my own research trying to figure out the best brands, but then I came across [this vacuum comparison spreadsheet ](https://www.reddit.com/user/lacking_foyer48/comments/1lj76h3/vacuum_cleaners_compared_comprehensive_datasheet/)on another subreddit and it made things so much easier. I can’t take credit, but after comparing the Miele models, I went with a C2 because it has a really wide hardwood attachment. 

I have been using a Shark Rocket pet since 2012 still have it, I did get a new one when I noticed on the “normal roller vacuum attachment” no clue what it’s called had a slight crack in the tubing and after 12+ yrs for a 200$ vacuum with large shedding machines I went and bought the same one. I kept the other and still use it in less traffic areas or with other attachments. Kill the filters (or if you’re lazy buy some replacements, clean the rollers by removing long hair bunches and it’ll last. I now mainly have hardwoods and throw rugs now but it works with carpet. I also have a Roomba that I run in the main area. This keeps my vacuuming to once a week.

Shark Rocket Pro Deluxe. The maroon one. It’s easy and comfortable to use, and it’s a monster. Best thing for stairs (get the attachment) sand leaves no cat hair behind. A work friend recommended hers to me some years when I asked her about stairs. I bless her every time I used it. I have 2. I bought a third for the 3rd floor but I got the ultralight pet version. It’s ok but not as good. You can get for deep discounts on amazon. Keep watching. They ‘ll probably discount it soon for the holidays.

We have bought the Shark pet hair (the larger one). I had the use of Henry whilst waiting - unfortunately it didn’t suit me as I kept banging it on the skirtings and corners. The Shark (with the very long) cord is absolutely brilliant - as we have 2 dogs. The suction is so strong, it’s like a workout for your arm - however, you can decrease the suction with an easy button. Prior to this we had the Shark cordless one - which was great but not nearly as powerful!