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Shark WV201WH review: 54 specs compared

Avg. price:~£110Suction pressure:9.71 kPaCapacity:0.08 LWeight:1.4 kgRuntime:8 minHEPA filter:no

Shark WV201WH Review: Compare 54 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Vacuums category and whether it is worth buying.

Shark WV201WH
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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 75% of models
Score components

80%

6.3

Technical score

20%

8.9

User score

▼Worse than 75% of portable vacuums
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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 93% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

▼Worse than 93%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 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 82% of models
Score components

30%

6.2

Performance

30%

5.3

Filtration

24%

6.6

Battery

10%

8.5

Attachments

3%

6.8

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

▼Worse than 82%
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 90% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 90%
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Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner Shark WV201WH

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 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 82% of models
Score components:

30%

6.2

Performance

30%

5.3

Filtration

24%

6.6

Battery

10%

8.5

Attachments

3%

6.8

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

6.3
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 90% 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 WV201WH has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.6% of products in this category.
10
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

6.7
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
9.71 kPa
Market range: <0 kPa – >20 kPa
This portable vacuum cleaner 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 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
19 Wh
Market range: <0 Wh – >50 Wh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery energy capacity of 19 Wh, which is lower than that of 60.2% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 0.6% 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
10 V
Market range: <5 V – >25 V
This portable vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 10 V, which is lower than that of 61.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.2% 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
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes a soft dusting brush. 80.4% 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
16 cm
Height
16 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 WV201WH vs the average portable vacuum

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  • 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.
  • 1.96 kPa higher suction pressure
    This portable vacuum cleaner 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
    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.
  • 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.
  • 10.9% 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 WV201WH
    the average portable vacuum
    Shark WV201WH 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
  • 1.96 kPa higher suction pressure
    This portable vacuum cleaner produces higher suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (9.7 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
    9.71 kPa vs 7.75 kPa
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 65.8% less external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller external volume than the average portable vacuum (1,625.6 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³).
    1,625.6 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • 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
  • 12 min shorter runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (8 min vs 20 min).
    8 min vs 20 min
  • 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
  • 86.7% 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 2.44x more expensive
    Shark WV201WH is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£110 vs £45).
    £110 vs £45
  • 15.7% worse value for money
    Shark WV201WH offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (6.65 vs 7.7).
    6.65 vs 7.7
  • 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
  • 12 min shorter runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (8 min vs 20 min).
    8 min vs 20 min
  • 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
  • 3 Wh less battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores less battery energy than the average portable vacuum (19 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    19 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • 1.1 V lower battery voltage
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (10 V vs 11.1 V).
    10 V vs 11.1 V
  • 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
  • 86.7% 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 customers like about Shark WV201WH

  • Excellent and powerful suction performance for its small size, easily lifting crumbs, hair, and pet debris.
  • Ultra-lightweight (only 1.4 lbs) and highly maneuverable, making it comfortable to hold and use.
  • Sleek, slim, and aesthetically pleasing wand-like design that takes up minimal space.
  • Convenient charging dock that stores attachments and keeps the unit ready for immediate use.
  • Hassle-free, one-touch dust cup emptying system that pops open at the push of a button.

What customers don't like about Shark WV201WH

  • Very short battery runtime, typically lasting only around 8 to 11 minutes per full charge.
  • Extremely small dirt compartment capacity that requires frequent emptying during single cleanups.
  • Side exhausts can blow air forcefully, occasionally scattering loose dust or light debris before it can be vacuumed.
  • Noticeably loud and high-pitched operating noise during use.
  • Prone to clogging when trying to suck up larger or bulkier debris items.

Verdict

The Shark WANDVAC WV201WH is an ultra-lightweight cordless handheld vacuum weighing just 1.4 lbs, powered by an 80-watt brushless motor and a 7.2V lithium-ion battery. It features a tapered nozzle with a 3.35-inch cleaning path width, filtration technology, an ergonomic handle, a 0.08-quart (0.25L) easy-empty dust cup, and comes with a sleek, space-saving charging dock. Main pros include its extreme portability, powerful suction for quick touch-ups, a convenient one-touch debris disposal system, and included attachments like the multi-surface pet tool and duster crevice tool. However, major cons include a very limited runtime of only 8 minutes per charge, a long 2.5 to 3.5-hour recharge time, a tiny bin capacity that requires frequent emptying, and a tendency for larger debris to clog the entry compartment.

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