Compare Shark Rotator Powered Lift-Away Upright Vacuum, NV752 vs Dirt Devil Multi-Surface Upright Vacuum

Ease of use is mostly strong thanks to Lift-Away, handle controls, and easy emptying, but weight and hose issues create exceptions.

Ease of use was generally good once assembled, with simple operation and disassembly, though filter condition affected cleaning performance.

Surface safety is generally positive where addressed, especially brush-roll shutoff and soft hard-floor use, though some hard-floor concerns remain.

Bare-floor scratch resistance was a serious concern in the detailed review because of the aggressive spinning brush and lack of brushroll shutoff.

Under-furniture pickup is a major advantage because Powered Lift-Away lets the head or wand reach under beds and furniture.

Under-furniture cleaning was a weakness because the bulkier cyclone assembly prevented reaching under low furniture.

Tool changes are generally easy, with click-on accessories and a removable handheld piece praised for quick transitions.

Tool changes and fittings were a recurring weak spot, with reviewers criticizing awkward attachment installation and proprietary/custom hose fittings.

Hard-floor hair pickup is mixed, with one test favoring the Shark over Bissell and CNET/customer evidence showing weakness without the right tool.

Hard-floor hair pickup was weak in the CNET test and the detailed review remained cautious about bare-floor use despite some pickup ability.

Hard-floor seal and intake are weak in some evidence, especially where the head struggles with large debris or sounds rough on hard floors.

One Rewind review praised the bare-floor seal, saying it helped pick up debris that might normally scatter.

Upright stability is a weakness in customer feedback, especially when the pod or wand is used and the unit tips easily.

The hose clip and parked hose setup were viewed as helpful for keeping the vacuum from tipping during above-floor use.

Emptying is usually praised as easy and mess-controlled, though bin capacity and packed pet hair create some complaints.

Emptying and mess control were mixed: one-touch/removable bins helped, but accidental bin release, grimy handling, and trash-can positioning were concerns.

Packaging has limited but positive customer evidence, with one buyer saying it was packed well and worked as described.

Packaging and out-of-box setup were criticized because filters were not preinstalled and reviewers had to warn buyers to check packaging.

Medium-pile or shag-style rug feedback is positive in customer evidence, with one user saying it revived a mid-cut shag area rug.

Medium-pile performance was context-dependent, ranging from CNET's weak pickup to newer-model reviewers who found carpet contact finicky but workable.

High-pile carpet performance is positive in review and customer evidence, with suction and settings helping rugs and high-pile carpet.

High-pile evidence was limited and only moderately positive, mostly pet-hair pickup rather than broad debris testing.

Weight is a repeated drawback, with reviewers calling the unit hefty, heavy on the wrist, or difficult for some users.

Weight evidence was mostly positive: the vacuum was described as light or easy to carry, though the newer model traded some weight for sturdier build.

Maintenance is generally easy for filters and dust-bin cleaning, but brush-roll hair maintenance can be frustrating for pet owners.

Maintenance requirements were mixed: filters and savings were manageable, but brush access, filter washing, and jam-clearing could be tedious.

The accessory package is valued for crevice, upholstery, pet, dusting, and hard-floor tools, though some customers wished more tools were included or stored onboard.

Accessories were useful in some reviews, but the tool package was inconsistent, with complaints about a stubby wand, custom fitting, missing tools, and a disappointing turbo tool.

Heavy-duty suitability is favorable, with professional and customer reviewers describing it as appropriate for pets, kids, carpets, and cleaning-house use.

Heavy-duty suitability was limited: the Rewind was framed for heavier cleaning, but CNET found jam-clearing could create extra work.

Filtration is one of the strongest consensus points, with sealed HEPA performance and smoke-test results keeping dust and allergens contained.

Filtration drew praise in roundup-style coverage and from one owner, but the detailed review criticized it as an unsealed budget system with dust getting through.

Upholstery and above-floor cleaning are generally good with pet and upholstery tools, but some reviewers find the pet tool weak or prone to resistance.

Upholstery and above-floor pickup were inconsistent: CNET's turbo tool clogged with pet hair, while newer reviews found the turbo tool acceptable or powerful.

Low-pile carpet performance is broadly positive, though heavy debris can require extra passes.

Low-pile pickup split by model/review: CNET measured poor sand pickup, while the newer model did excellently on low-pile commercial carpet.

Hair-wrap resistance is one of the most mixed attributes: some reviewers report minor tangles, while pet-hair tests and long-hair owners report serious wrapping.

Hair-wrap/tangle resistance was poor in CNET's human-hair test, where hair tangled and wrapped around the rollerbrush.

Large-debris hard-floor intake is mixed, with strong customer pellet pickup but CNET criticism that Cheerios were too tall for the head.

Large-debris hard-floor pickup was mixed, with positive claims about fewer passes but CNET's hard-floor Cheerios result was poor.

Overall opinion is strongly positive across professional and customer sources, with caveats around hard floors, weight, hose length, and tangles.

Overall opinion was highly mixed: several reviewers liked the newer models at $100, while CNET strongly rejected the older Dash evidence.

Cord management is a downside because the cord is manual, non-retractable, and can get in the way.

Cord management varied by variant: the non-rewind cord fought the reviewer during wrapping, while the Rewind's retracting cord was praised.

Dust-bin feedback is mixed: reviewers like easy emptying and size in some tests, while Amazon customers complain the usable capacity can feel low.

The bin was praised for capacity/removability in some reviews, but several reviewers disliked accidental release, grimy handling, or awkward reinstallation.

Onboard tool storage is a weakness because the vacuum cannot hold all attachments and tools can fall or require the bag.

Onboard storage was convenient in the roundup, but reviewers criticized an unused post, missing accessory, and tool-storage oddities.

Hose length is mixed to negative: one reviewer measured useful reach, but others say the hose is short and limits range.

Hose length was decent on newer owner reviews, but CNET considered the Dash hose ungenerous against a named Eureka comparison.

Fine-dust hard-floor pickup is split: CNET found excellent sand pickup, while other reviewers and customers mention fine-particle or bare-floor weaknesses.

Hard-floor fine-dust evidence was mixed: CNET found weak fine-particle performance, while first-impression demos saw fine dust pickup on carpet and bare-floor demos looked better.

Hair pickup on carpets is a strength across tests and customer reviews, with many reviewers saying it pulls up pet hair effectively.

Carpet hair pickup was generally favorable in newer reviews, but CNET found the older Dash comparatively weak despite a 92 percent pet-hair result.

Versatility is a standout strength, with reviewers praising the ability to clean floors, stairs, furniture, cars, corners, and under-furniture areas.

Versatility was a strength for floor types and above-floor use, but bare-floor safety and custom tools limited the otherwise broad use case.

Cord length is mixed: some reviewers call it long, while customers often want several more feet.

Cord length evidence was split, with CNET calling 25 feet plenty but the detailed newer-model review calling the cord too short.

Pet performance is a major strength in most sources, with reviewers praising pet-hair pickup, though tool and tangle issues appear in some use cases.

Pet-oriented tools and hair pickup earned praise in positive reviews, but the included pet/turbo accessories were not consistently strong across all evidence.

Maneuverability is generally good thanks to swivel steering, but the top-heavy pod and strong pull make handling mixed for some users.

Handling was usually positive on the newer models, but the CNET Dash review found it less maneuverable than comparable vacuums.

Innovation is tied to Powered Lift-Away; reviewers and customers describe the configuration as unusually flexible compared with other uprights.

Innovation evidence was limited but positive, centered on the detailed review's view that TTI made real improvements over recent Dirt Devils.

Clogging evidence is mixed-negative: one CNET test found large carpet debris did not clog, but pet-hair and head-clog complaints recur elsewhere.

Clogging/debris prevention evidence was split: one review praised multi-cyclonic clog reduction, while CNET found tool clogging and brush-well jams.

Hair-removal channel and brush-cleaning access are notable weaknesses for long pet hair, with owners reporting lengthy brush-head cleaning.

Hair-removal channel evidence was negative, with CNET finding hair wrapped around the rollerbrush rather than fully entering the bin.

Area-rug handling is mixed: settings help some rugs, but several customers say suction is too strong for smaller rugs.

Area-rug handling was mixed: reviewers saw dirt pickup, but also noted hard pushing and annoying height-setting compromises.

Assembly and setup are praised as easy, with convenient clips and customer comments that it is simple to put together.

Assembly was a clear pain point in the unboxing review, with the handle and screws described as surprisingly difficult.

Value is a strong theme: reviewers repeatedly say the Shark delivers high-end flexibility and suction for a midrange or reasonable price.

Value depended heavily on price: reviewers liked it around $100, but criticized it at $119-$130 and strongly rejected the older Dash's value.

Reliability and support are mixed: one review praises the long warranty, while a customer describes a poor warranty/support experience.

Support evidence was mixed to negative: CNET noted a comparable warranty, while the detailed reviewer criticized TTI after-sales and warranty support.

Low-profile reach is praised when the detachable head or wand gets under beds, chairs, and furniture.

Low-profile reach was poor because the cyclone assembly prevented getting under low furniture.

Build quality is mixed: professional reviewers often call it solid, while some customers report flimsy parts, broken lids, or cheaper-feeling plastics.

The newer model's build quality received strong praise for sturdiness, thicker plastic, and feeling less cheap than prior Dirt Devils.

Longevity evidence is mixed-positive, with warranty praise and several long-term owner reports balanced against isolated failures.

The detailed reviewer saw better construction and motor feel than older Dirt Devils, but still considered longevity below the equivalent Bissell.

Design impressions are mostly positive, with reviewers noting modern styling, appealing color, and a premium-looking finish.

One reviewer described the Rewind variant as a nice-looking vacuum, giving limited but positive aesthetic evidence.

Floorhead design is mixed: it helps carpet pickup and maneuverability, but its lip and size cause hard-floor and width complaints.

The floorhead earned praise for stiff bristles and a felt gasket, but reviewers also criticized carpet-contact issues and the lack of brushroll shutoff.

Comparative performance is strong overall, with reviewers often favoring the NV752 over similarly priced uprights while noting pricier models can beat it in some tests.

Comparative performance evidence diverged sharply, with CNET's Dash test performing poorly and the detailed reviewer calling the newer model a major Dirt Devil improvement.

Ownership costs are favorable where discussed because the vacuum is bagless with washable filters and little routine replacement.

Ownership costs look moderate: some evidence praised fewer filter replacements, but the detailed review still expects washing and periodic filter replacement.

Stair cleaning is a consistent benefit because Lift-Away mode and attachments make stairs easier than with a fixed upright.

Stair use was better than expected for the detailed reviewer, although reach limitations meant the top steps could require repositioning.

Noise feedback is moderate: one reviewer found it quieter than a Dyson DC65 but not truly quiet overall.

Noise impressions were mixed: one reviewer said the vacuum was not very loud, while another called the turbo brush loud and rattly and the Rewind louder than a cordless unit.

Reviewers consistently describe the NV752 as a strong-suction corded upright with high airflow, especially through the hose and on carpets.

Reviewers most often praised suction and airflow, especially on the newer Multi-Surface Total Pet, though that strength did not rescue every hard-floor or tool scenario.

Edge and baseboard cleaning is mostly positive, though one review notes some debris may remain in corners or along walls.

Only one review supplied opinionated edge-cleaning evidence, and it was positive about reducing dirt hiding near walls and corners.

Controls are praised for being on the handle and intuitive, though isolated customer feedback says the power button can be hard to keep engaged.

Controls were generally simple and accessible, but height adjustment and release mechanisms could be awkward or inconvenient.

Airflow blowback is positively addressed in customer evidence where the Shark avoids spitting debris back at the user.

Cyclone performance was improved versus older Dirt Devils in some owner evidence, but the detailed review still called the cyclone ineffective under dust load.

Automatic obstruction shutoff has positive customer evidence because it protects the motor and warns when the brush stops or clogs.

Automatic brush/standby behavior is praised where mentioned, with the roller stopping when upright or locked.

Crevice and grouted-floor pickup has negative customer evidence, especially on grouted tile where grit required repeated passes.

Debris illumination is a standout practical feature, with users saying the lights reveal crud and missed dirt.

Headlights are strongly praised for showing debris on floors, dark corners, and attachment work.

The self-propelled feel helps carpet cleaning for many users, though the pull can feel too strong in tight spaces.

Small-space usefulness is positive when using the portable pod and tools for stairs, pantries, and tight spaces.

The Lift-Away/convertible design is one of the product’s core strengths, making it easier to use as an upright, pod, canister-like, or handheld-style cleaner.