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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£70
  • Avg. price in US: ~$70
  • Suction pressure: 9.71 kPa
  • Capacity: 0.43 L
  • Weight: ?
  • Runtime: 10 min
  • HEPA filter: no

Shark CH901UK review. Compare 53 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Vacuums category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Vacuums category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Vacuums category.

Score components:

80.0%

6.4

Technical Score

20.0%

8.9

User score

Good
6.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the portable vacuum cleaner’s technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Vacuums category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

30.0%

5.5

Performance

30.0%

7.4

Filtration

24.0%

5.7

Battery

10.0%

7.0

Attachments

3.0%

7.7

Design

3.0%

7.2

Smart features

Good
8.9

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Vacuums category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

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  • 6.5
    Car interiors

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.7

    Suction pressure

    25.0%

    ?

    Weight

    20.0%

    1.0

    Runtime

    15.0%

    7.0

    Capacity

    10.0%

    10

    Flat crevice tool

  • 6.3
    Desktop cleaning

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Weight

    30.0%

    ?

    Volume

    20.0%

    1.0

    Operating noise level

    15.0%

    6.0

    USB charging

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Verdict

The Shark CH901UK UltraCyclone Pro is a 70-watt cordless handheld vacuum weighing 1.02 kg, specifically designed for quick spot cleans and car interiors. Key characteristics include a 0.43-litre bagless dust capacity, a 7.2V lithium-ion battery, two powerful cyclonic air streams, and a washable HEPA foam filter. Its main advantages are a lightweight, highly maneuverable design, convenient one-touch hands-free debris disposal, and included crevice and scrubbing tools. However, its primary drawbacks include a very short 10-minute maximum runtime, a lengthy 4-hour recharge period, and mixed user feedback regarding a lack of heavy-duty suction power.

Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner Shark CH901UK

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the portable vacuum cleaner’s technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Vacuums category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

30.0%

5.5

Performance

30.0%

7.4

Filtration

24.0%

5.7

Battery

10.0%

7.0

Attachments

3.0%

7.7

Design

3.0%

7.2

Smart features

6.4
Shark CH901UK has a technical score of 6.39 points, which is lower than 73.9% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Vacuums category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(62)
United States
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4.2
(20975)

(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

8.9
Shark CH901UK has a user score of 8.88 points, which is higher than 84.2% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Vacuums category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Portable Vacuums category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
10
Shark CH901UK has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 71.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the portable vacuum cleaner's overall score with its price.

When it matters: When you are looking for a portable vacuum cleaner with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.9

Overall score

40.0%

8.0

Price

7.2
Shark CH901UK has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.2 points, which is lower than 67.4% of products in this category.
Cyclonic technology
What it is: A dust separation system that spins incoming air to help keep suction more stable as debris builds up.
When it matters: When you want suction to stay steadier as dust builds up in the bin.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Shark CH901UK uses cyclonic technology. 35% of vacuum cleaners use this filtration approach.
This model includes cyclonic technology.
Wet & dry
What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum supports wet-and-dry cleaning.
When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark CH901UK does not support wet-and-dry cleaning. 32.1% of portable vacuums have this feature.
This model does not include wet & dry.
Rated motor power
What it is: Rated electrical input power of the vacuum motor in watts
When it matters: Useful when comparing cleaning performance, operating comfort, or portability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 100 W

70 W
Shark CH901UK has a rated motor power of 70 W, which is lower than that of 81.9% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 2.7% of portable vacuums.
Rated motor power: 70 W.
Suction pressure
What it is: Maximum suction pressure generated by the motor, measured in kilopascals
When it matters: Useful when comparing cleaning performance, operating comfort, or portability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 15 kPa

9.71 kPa
Shark CH901UK has a suction pressure of 9.71 kPa, which is higher than that of 69.9% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 2.8% of portable vacuums.
Suction pressure (kPa): 9.71.
Suction power
What it is: A measure of usable suction output in air watts, combining airflow and pressure into one cleaning-power figure.
When it matters: When you want the clearest single number for overall cleaning power on carpets and stubborn debris.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 100 AW

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Battery energy
What it is: Total stored battery energy in watt-hours
When it matters: Useful when comparing cleaning performance, operating comfort, or portability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 50 Wh

14 Wh
Shark CH901UK has a battery energy capacity of 14 Wh, which is lower than that of 75% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 14.7% of portable vacuums.
Cordless
What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum can run without being connected to a power cable.
When it matters: When you want to move quickly between rooms, stairs, or cars without trailing a power cord.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Shark CH901UK works cordlessly. 93.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery type
What it is: The battery chemistry or technology used in the vacuum, such as Li-ion.
When it matters: When you care about charging behavior, longevity, or replacement expectations for the battery.

Importance: LOW

Li-ion
Battery voltage
What it is: The nominal electrical voltage supplied by the battery pack.
When it matters: When you compare cordless models and want another clue about battery system strength.

Importance: LOW

Good value: At least 18 V

7 V
Shark CH901UK uses a battery voltage of 7 V, which is lower than that of 86.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
What it is: The total amount of energy or charge the battery can store before recharging is needed.
When it matters: When you want a rough idea of how much stored energy the battery pack holds.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 2,500 mAh

2000 mAh
Shark CH901UK has a battery capacity of 2000 mAh, which is larger than that of 23.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 40.4% of vacuum cleaners.
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HEPA filter
What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum includes a HEPA filter.
When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.

Importance: HIGH

no
Shark CH901UK does not include a HEPA filter. 57.1% of portable vacuums have this feature.
This model does not include hepa filter.
Washable filter
What it is: Indicates whether the main filter can be rinsed or washed for repeated use.
When it matters: When you want lower maintenance costs and the option to rinse the filter instead of replacing it often.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Shark CH901UK includes a washable filter. 96.7% of vacuum cleaners include this maintenance-friendly feature.
This model includes washable filter.
Capacity
What it is: The amount of dust or debris the container or bag can hold before it needs to be emptied or replaced.
When it matters: When you want to empty the dust container less often during bigger cleaning jobs.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 0.5 L

0.43 L
Shark CH901UK has a dust capacity of 0.43 L, which is larger than that of 54.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Capacity: 0.43.
Transparent bin
What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum includes a transparent dustbin.
When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Shark CH901UK includes a transparent dustbin. This feature is present on 89.6% of portable vacuums.
This model includes transparent bin.
Number of filtration stages
What it is: Total number of air filtration stages
When it matters: Useful when comparing cleaning performance, operating comfort, or portability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 3 stages

2
Shark CH901UK has 2 filtration stages, which is more than 18.4% of portable vacuums and equal to 60.5% of portable vacuums.
Number of filtration stages: 2.
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Extension tube
What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum includes an extension tube.
When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.

Importance: LOW

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Soft dusting brush
What it is: A gentle brush attachment designed for dusting delicate surfaces without scratching them.
When it matters: When you dust shelves, vents, or delicate surfaces that should not be scratched by a harder tool.

Importance: LOW

?
Flat crevice tool
What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum includes a flat crevice tool.
When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Shark CH901UK includes a flat crevice tool. This feature is present on 89.6% of portable vacuums.
Upholstery tool
What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum includes an upholstery tool.
When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark CH901UK does not include an upholstery tool. 25.7% of portable vacuums have this feature.
Mini motorized brush
What it is: A small powered cleaning head intended for upholstery, stairs, and concentrated dirt or pet hair.
When it matters: When you clean sofas, stairs, or pet beds where a powered small head works better than a standard nozzle.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark CH901UK does not include a mini motorized brush. 11.6% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
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Width
What it is: The side-to-side dimension of the vacuum body or main cleaning head.
When it matters: When the vacuum must fit specific storage spaces or move around tight furniture layouts.

Importance: LOW

Good value: Up to 300 mm

100.00 mm
Shark CH901UK is 100.00 mm wide, which is narrower than 96.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 1.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Depth
What it is: The front-to-back measurement of the vacuum body or main assembly.
When it matters: When front-to-back size affects where the vacuum can be stored or parked.

Importance: LOW

Good value: Up to 300 mm

440.00 mm
Shark CH901UK is 440.00 mm deep, which is more than 97.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Height
What it is: The vertical size of the vacuum when measured in its assembled or standing form.
When it matters: When upright storage height or fit inside cupboards matters in your home.

Importance: LOW

Good value: Up to 150 mm

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Weight
What it is: The total mass of the vacuum cleaner, which affects carrying comfort and ease of use.
When it matters: When you carry the vacuum upstairs, around the house, or use it for longer sessions.

Importance: LOW

Good value: Up to 0.8 kg

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Self-standing design
What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum has a self-standing design.
When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark CH901UK does not have a self-standing design. 1.7% of portable vacuums have this feature.
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LED light
What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum includes an LED light.
When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark CH901UK does not include an LED light. 18.1% of portable vacuums have this feature.
Auto suction adjustment
What it is: A function that changes suction automatically based on floor type or detected dirt load.
When it matters: When you want the vacuum to react by itself as you move between floor types or dirt levels.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark CH901UK does not support automatic suction adjustment. 1.2% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Display type
What it is: Type of visual status display or indicator interface on the vacuum
When it matters: Useful when compatibility, charging convenience, or interface preferences matter.

Importance: LOW

LED
Shark CH901UK has an LED display. This feature is present on 97.4% of portable vacuums.
Filter replacement indicator
What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum includes a filter replacement indicator.
When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark CH901UK does not include a filter replacement indicator. 3.9% of portable vacuums have this feature.

Shark CH901UK vs the average portable vacuum

  • Uses cyclonic technology
    Shark CH901UK uses cyclonic technology, the average portable vacuum does not.
    This model includes cyclonic technology.
    What it is: A dust separation system that spins incoming air to help keep suction more stable as debris builds up.
    When it matters: When you want suction to stay steadier as dust builds up in the bin.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Shark CH901UK uses cyclonic technology, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Suitable for allergy sufferers
    Shark CH901UK is suitable for allergy sufferers, while the average portable vacuum does not.
    This model includes suitable for allergy sufferers.
    What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum is suitable for allergy sufferers.
    When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Shark CH901UK is suitable for allergy sufferers, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 1.96 kPa higher suction pressure
    Shark CH901UK produces higher suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (9.7 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
    Suction pressure (kPa): 9.71.
    What it is: Maximum suction pressure generated by the motor, measured in kilopascals
    When it matters: Useful when comparing cleaning performance, operating comfort, or portability.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 15 kPa

    Shark CH901UK produces higher suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (9.7 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).9.71 kPa vs 7.75 kPa
  • Includes a full-charge indicator
    Shark CH901UK includes a full-charge indicator, while the average portable vacuum does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum includes a full-charge indicator.
    When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.

    Importance: LOW

    Shark CH901UK includes a full-charge indicator, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Supports one-click emptying
    Shark CH901UK supports one-click emptying, while the average portable vacuum does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum supports one-click emptying.
    When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.

    Importance: LOW

    Shark CH901UK supports one-click emptying, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 230 mm narrower body
    Shark CH901UK is narrower than the average portable vacuum (100 mm vs 330.00 mm).
    What it is: The side-to-side dimension of the vacuum body or main cleaning head.
    When it matters: When the vacuum must fit specific storage spaces or move around tight furniture layouts.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Up to 300 mm

    Shark CH901UK is narrower than the average portable vacuum (100 mm vs 330.00 mm).100.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 11% higher user score
    Shark CH901UK has a higher user score than the average portable vacuum (8.88 vs 8.000).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Vacuums category.
    When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Shark CH901UK has a higher user score than the average portable vacuum (8.88 vs 8.000).8.88 vs 8
  • 0.03 L larger dust capacity
    Shark CH901UK has a larger dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.4 L vs 0.4 L).
    Capacity: 0.43.
    What it is: The amount of dust or debris the container or bag can hold before it needs to be emptied or replaced.
    When it matters: When you want to empty the dust container less often during bigger cleaning jobs.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 0.5 L

    Shark CH901UK has a larger dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.4 L vs 0.4 L).0.43 L vs 0.4 L
  • Uses cyclonic technology
    Shark CH901UK uses cyclonic technology, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 1.96 kPa higher suction pressure
    Shark CH901UK produces higher suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (9.7 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
  • Includes a full-charge indicator
    Shark CH901UK includes a full-charge indicator, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Suitable for allergy sufferers
    Shark CH901UK is suitable for allergy sufferers, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 0.03 L larger dust capacity
    Shark CH901UK has a larger dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.4 L vs 0.4 L).
  • Supports one-click emptying
    Shark CH901UK supports one-click emptying, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 230 mm narrower body
    Shark CH901UK is narrower than the average portable vacuum (100 mm vs 330.00 mm).
  • 50 W less motor power
    Shark CH901UK has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (70 W vs 120 W).
    Rated motor power: 70 W.
  • 12 dB higher operating noise
    Shark CH901UK operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (87 dB vs 75 dB).
    Operating noise level: 87 dB.
  • 10 min shorter runtime
    Shark CH901UK runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (10 min vs 20 min).
  • 8 Wh less battery energy
    Shark CH901UK stores less battery energy than the average portable vacuum (14 Wh vs 22 Wh).
  • 5 V lower battery voltage
    Shark CH901UK has a lower battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (7 V vs 12 V).
  • Does not include a HEPA filter
    Shark CH901UK does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
    This model does not include hepa filter.
  • 300 mm deeper body
    Shark CH901UK is deeper than the average portable vacuum (440 mm vs 140.00 mm).
  • Does not include a HEPA filter
    Shark CH901UK does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
    This model does not include hepa filter.
    What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum includes a HEPA filter.
    When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.

    Importance: HIGH

    Shark CH901UK does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
  • 50 W less motor power
    Shark CH901UK has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (70 W vs 120 W).
    Rated motor power: 70 W.
    What it is: Rated electrical input power of the vacuum motor in watts
    When it matters: Useful when comparing cleaning performance, operating comfort, or portability.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 100 W

    Shark CH901UK has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (70 W vs 120 W).70 W vs 120 W
  • 10 min shorter runtime
    Shark CH901UK runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (10 min vs 20 min).
    What it is: Maximum operating time on a single full charge
    When it matters: Useful when comparing cleaning performance, operating comfort, or portability.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 30 minutes

    Shark CH901UK runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (10 min vs 20 min).10 min vs 20 min
  • 12 dB higher operating noise
    Shark CH901UK operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (87 dB vs 75 dB).
    Operating noise level: 87 dB.
    What it is: Maximum stated operating noise level across normal cleaning modes, measured in decibels
    When it matters: Useful when comparing cleaning performance, operating comfort, or portability.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Up to 75 dB

    Shark CH901UK operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (87 dB vs 75 dB).87 dB vs 75 dB
  • 8 Wh less battery energy
    Shark CH901UK stores less battery energy than the average portable vacuum (14 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    What it is: Total stored battery energy in watt-hours
    When it matters: Useful when comparing cleaning performance, operating comfort, or portability.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: At least 50 Wh

    Shark CH901UK stores less battery energy than the average portable vacuum (14 Wh vs 22 Wh).14 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • 5 V lower battery voltage
    Shark CH901UK has a lower battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (7 V vs 12 V).
    What it is: The nominal electrical voltage supplied by the battery pack.
    When it matters: When you compare cordless models and want another clue about battery system strength.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: At least 18 V

    Shark CH901UK has a lower battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (7 V vs 12 V).7 V vs 12 V
  • 300 mm deeper body
    Shark CH901UK is deeper than the average portable vacuum (440 mm vs 140.00 mm).
    What it is: The front-to-back measurement of the vacuum body or main assembly.
    When it matters: When front-to-back size affects where the vacuum can be stored or parked.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Up to 300 mm

    Shark CH901UK is deeper than the average portable vacuum (440 mm vs 140.00 mm).440.00 mm vs 140.00 mm
  • 55.6% more expensive
    Shark CH901UK is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£70 vs £45).
    Shark CH901UK is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£70 vs £45).£70 vs £45

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(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

What customers like about Shark CH901UK?

  • Strong suction power for its size, making it highly effective at picking up crumbs, dust, and pet hair.
  • Lightweight and compact design that is easy to hold and maneuver for extended periods.
  • Excellent portability, making it ideal for quick clean-ups in tight spots, on stairs, and inside car interiors.
  • Convenient one-touch dirt ejector button allows for quick and hands-free emptying of the dust cup.
  • Includes helpful on-the-spot attachments like a crevice tool and a dusting brush.
  • Features a completely washable filter that is simple to remove and clean.

What customers dislike about Shark CH901UK?

  • Short battery runtime, typically lasting only around 10 to 15 minutes per single charge.
  • The plastic dust container can become stained or difficult to clean thoroughly, sometimes leaving it looking messy.
  • The filter can clog relatively quickly when vacuuming up very fine powders or thick dust.
  • Can be a bit loud or noisy due to the powerful motor.
  • The one-handed emptying mechanism can occasionally feel slightly stiff or fiddly to operate.
  • Lacks a dedicated wall mount for storage and charging.

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