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Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Cordless

Multi-surface cordless vacuum with auto-emptying charging dock and forward/reverse cleaning detection.

List price

$499

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Catalog as of September 1, 2026

Manufacturer list price, not a live offer. Confirm current pricing before you buy.

Suction

180 AW

Max runtime

70 minutes (Eco mode handheld)

Weight

7.7 lb (3.5 kg) whole machine

What it does well

  • Auto-empty charging dock stores up to 30 days of dust and allergens
  • PowerDetect technology optimizes cleaning in forward and reverse strokes
  • MultiFLEX folding wand bends to clean under low furniture effortlessly

Where it gives ground

  • Auto-empty charging base takes up dedicated floor space
  • Heavier 7.7 lb (3.5 kg) weight with wand attached

Compare it head to head

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Full specifications

Cleaning performance

SuctionNot on the official sheet
180 AW
Auto suction adjust
Yes (DirtDetect, EdgeDetect, FloorDetect auto adjust)
Floor illumination
LED headlights on main cleaner head
Anti-tangle
Self-cleaning brushroll with anti-hair wrap technology
Floor types
Hardwood, tile, area rugs, deep pile carpet
Dust / particle sensing
DirtDetect sensor detects hidden debris and increases power

Runtime & charging

Max runtime
70 minutes (Eco mode handheld)
Typical mixed-use runtimeNot on the official sheet
~30–40 minutes in Auto mode
Charge time
~4.0 hours

Usability

Weight
7.7 lb (3.5 kg) whole machine
Bin capacity
0.70 L (stick) / 2.0 L (docking station)
NoiseNot on the official sheet
~76 dB (vacuum) / ~82 dB (dock emptying cycle)
Display
Smart LED indicator rings with battery percentage

Filtration

Filtration
Anti-Allergen Complete Seal with HEPA filter
Sealed system
Yes

Kit

Attachments
DuoClean Detect nozzle, Duster Crevice tool, Pet Multi-Tool, Auto-Empty dock
Dock
Auto-Empty charging base station (holds 30+ days debris)

Ownership

Warranty
5 years
Bagless
Yes
Most rows are from the official spec sheet. Marked rows are other published figures or our summary, not lab tests we ran.Official Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Cordless spec sheet (opens in a new tab)

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Frequently asked

How much does Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Cordless cost?

Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Cordless lists at $499 (manufacturer list price snapshot as of 2026-09-01). Retail prices vary by merchant and this is not a live quote.

What are Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Cordless’s key specs?

Key specifications for Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Cordless include suction (180 AW), max runtime (70 minutes (Eco mode handheld)), and weight (7.7 lb (3.5 kg) whole machine).

What does Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Cordless compare against?

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