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Shark WV201BLBRN Review | 53 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Suction pressure:?Capacity:0.08 LWeight:1.4 kgRuntime:10 minHEPA filter:no

Shark WV201BLBRN 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.

Shark WV201BLBRN
6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

80%

6.2

Technical score

20%

8.9

User score

▼Worse than 80% of portable vacuums
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

▼Worse than 95%
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

30%

6.2

Performance

30%

5.3

Filtration

24%

6.5

Battery

10%

7.5

Attachments

3%

6.9

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

▼Worse than 85%
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 92%
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Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner Shark WV201BLBRN

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components:

30%

6.2

Performance

30%

5.3

Filtration

24%

6.5

Battery

10%

7.5

Attachments

3%

6.9

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

6.2
User score
User score
8.9/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Shark WV201BLBRN has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.9% of products in this category.
10
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

6.6
Cyclonic technology
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology. 35.3% of vacuum cleaners use this filtration approach.
Wet & dry
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not support wet-and-dry cleaning. 32.1% of portable vacuums have this feature.
Rated motor power
115 W
Market range: <0 W – >200 W
This portable vacuum cleaner has a rated motor power of 115 W, which is lower than that of 51.5% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 2.5% of portable vacuums.
Suction pressure
?
Suction power
42.36 AW
Market range: <0 AW – >100 AW
This portable vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 42.36 AW, which is higher than that of 78.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 4.7% of vacuum cleaners.
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Battery energy
21 Wh
Market range: <0 Wh – >50 Wh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery energy capacity of 21 Wh, which is lower than that of 54.4% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 5.3% of portable vacuums.
Cordless
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner works cordlessly. 93.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery type
Li-ion
Battery voltage
7 V
Market range: <5 V – >25 V
This portable vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 7 V, which is lower than that of 86.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
1900 mAh
Market range: <1.5k mAh – >2.5k mAh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 1900 mAh, which is smaller than that of 79% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 4.7% of vacuum cleaners.
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HEPA filter
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a HEPA filter. 57.1% of portable vacuums have this feature.
Washable filter
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes a washable filter. 96.2% of vacuum cleaners include this maintenance-friendly feature.
Capacity
0.08 L
Market range: <0 L – >1 L
This portable vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.08 L, which is smaller than that of 97.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Transparent bin
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes a transparent dustbin. This feature is present on 89.7% of portable vacuums.
Number of filtration stages
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This portable vacuum cleaner has 1 filtration stages, which is fewer than 82.3% of portable vacuums and equal to 17.7% of portable vacuums.
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Extension tube
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include an extension tube. 29.9% of portable vacuums have this feature.
Soft dusting brush
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush. 81% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
Flat crevice tool
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes a flat crevice tool. This feature is present on 89.7% of portable vacuums.
Upholstery tool
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes an upholstery tool. This feature is present on 26.6% of portable vacuums.
Mini motorized brush
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a mini motorized brush. 12% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
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Width
6.35 cm
Depth
40.64 cm
Height
5.08 cm
Weight
1.4 kg
Market range: <0 kg – >2 kg
This portable vacuum cleaner weighs 1.4 kg, which is more than 86.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 1.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Self-standing design
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not have a self-standing design. 1.6% of portable vacuums have this feature.
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LED light
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include an LED light. 17.9% of portable vacuums have this feature.
Auto suction adjustment
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not support automatic suction adjustment. 1.1% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Display type
LED
This portable vacuum cleaner has a display. This feature is present on 80.4% of portable vacuums.
Filter replacement indicator
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a filter replacement indicator. 3.3% of portable vacuums have this feature.

Shark WV201BLBRN vs the average portable vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 2 h faster charging
    This portable vacuum cleaner charges faster than the average portable vacuum (2 h vs 4 h).
    2 h vs 4 h
  • 17.36 AW stronger suction
    This portable vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average portable vacuum (42.4 AW vs 25 AW).
    42.36 AW vs 25 AW
  • Includes an upholstery tool
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes an upholstery tool, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Includes battery indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Includes a full-charge indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a full-charge indicator, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Includes a charging dock
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a charging dock, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 72.4% less external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller external volume than the average portable vacuum (1311 cm³ vs 4748 cm³).
    1,310.96512 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • One-click emptying system
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a one-click emptying system; the average portable vacuum does not have a one-click emptying system.
  • 11% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 10
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    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 distribution
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Shark WV201BLBRN
    the average portable vacuum
    Shark WV201BLBRN has a higher user score than the average portable vacuum (8.88 vs 8.000).
    8.88 vs 8
  • 17.36 AW stronger suction
    This portable vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average portable vacuum (42.4 AW vs 25 AW).
    42.36 AW vs 25 AW
  • 2 h faster charging
    This portable vacuum cleaner charges faster than the average portable vacuum (2 h vs 4 h).
    2 h vs 4 h
  • Includes battery indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Includes a full-charge indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a full-charge indicator, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Includes a charging dock
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a charging dock, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Includes an upholstery tool
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes an upholstery tool, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 72.4% less external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller external volume than the average portable vacuum (1311 cm³ vs 4748 cm³).
    1,310.96512 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • One-click emptying system
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a one-click emptying system; the average portable vacuum does not have a one-click emptying system.
  • Does not include a HEPA filter
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
  • 0.32 L smaller dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.1 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.08 L vs 0.4 L
  • 10 min shorter runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (10 min vs 20 min).
    10 min vs 20 min
  • No soft dusting brush
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average portable vacuum does.
  • 5 dB higher operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (80 dB vs 75 dB).
    80 dB vs 75 dB
  • 1 fewer filtration stages
    This portable vacuum cleaner has fewer filtration stages than the average portable vacuum (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 4.1 V lower battery voltage
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (7 V vs 11.1 V).
    7 V vs 11.1 V
  • 86.7% heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.4 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    1.4 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 2.44x more expensive
    Shark WV201BLBRN is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£110 vs £45).
    £110 vs £45
  • 16.8% worse value for money
    Shark WV201BLBRN offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (6.61 vs 7.7).
    6.61 vs 7.72
  • 5 dB higher operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (80 dB vs 75 dB).
    80 dB vs 75 dB
  • 5 W less motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (115 W vs 120 W).
    115 W vs 120 W
  • 10 min shorter runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (10 min vs 20 min).
    10 min vs 20 min
  • 4.1 V lower battery voltage
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (7 V vs 11.1 V).
    7 V vs 11.1 V
  • 100 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable vacuum (1900 mAh vs 2000 mAh).
    1,900 mAh vs 2,000 mAh
  • 1 Wh less battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores less battery energy than the average portable vacuum (21 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    21 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • Does not include a HEPA filter
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
  • 0.32 L smaller dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.1 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.08 L vs 0.4 L
  • 1 fewer filtration stages
    This portable vacuum cleaner has fewer filtration stages than the average portable vacuum (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • No soft dusting brush
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average portable vacuum does.
  • 86.7% heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.4 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    1.4 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 2 years older
    This portable vacuum cleaner was released earlier than the average portable vacuum.
    2,018 vs 2,021

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Shark WV201BLBRN

  • Strong suction power relative to its compact size
  • Extremely lightweight and highly maneuverable at just 1.4 lbs
  • Convenient sleek charging dock that stores accessories
  • Simple one-touch button system to quickly empty the debris bin
  • Effective at picking up pet hair, dust, and fine debris from bare floors
  • Great portability for quick cleanups in cars, offices, and tight spaces

What we don't like about Shark WV201BLBRN

  • Very short battery runtime, typically lasting only 10 to 15 minutes
  • Extremely small dust cup capacity requiring frequent emptying
  • Bulky or large debris can easily clog the entrance to the dirt compartment
  • Debris can sometimes get stuck around the filter, requiring manual removal
  • Produces a loud, high-pitched noise while operating
  • Not compatible with wet messes or liquid spills

Verdict

The Shark WANDVAC WV201BLBRN is an ultra-lightweight, 1.4-pound cordless handheld vacuum powered by a 115-watt brushless motor and a 7.2V lithium-ion battery. It features a compact 16.5-inch sleek design, a 0.08-quart bagless dust cup, and an 80-decibel noise level, accompanied by a fast-charging dock, a duster crevice tool, and a multi-surface pet tool. Its main pros include exceptional suction power for its size, highly maneuverable ergonomics, a hygienic one-touch debris emptying system, and a space-saving charging base that keeps it constantly ready for quick cleanups. However, its primary cons are a very short runtime of only 8 to 10 minutes per charge and a highly limited dustbin capacity that requires frequent emptying during extended use.

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