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Avg. price in UK: ~£110
Avg. price in US: ~$130
Suction pressure: 9.71 kPa
Capacity: 0.08 L
Weight: 1.4 kg
Runtime: 8 min
HEPA filter: no

Shark WV201WH 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.

6.7

Good

6.1

Good

8.9

Excellent

4.5
Car interiors
Score components:
30.0%
7.7
Suction pressure
25.0%
3.3
Weight
20.0%
1.0
Runtime
15.0%
1.0
Capacity
10.0%
10
Flat crevice tool
5.0
Desktop cleaning
Score components:
35.0%
3.3
Weight
30.0%
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Volume
20.0%
2.9
Operating noise level
15.0%
6.0
USB charging

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Best rankings

#9 in Best Shark Portable Vacuum Cleaners
#94 in Best Cordless Portable Vacuum Cleaners
#96 in Best Portable Vacuum Cleaners
#96 in Best Cordless Car Vacuum Cleaners
#117 in Best Car Vacuum Cleaners
#128 in Best Desktop Vacuum Cleaners

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.

Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner Shark WV201WH

Overall score

6.7

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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.

Performance

5.9

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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

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

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

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

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

6.5

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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

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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

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

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

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Filtration

5.1

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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

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

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

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

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

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Attachments

8.8

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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

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

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

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Design

5.3

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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

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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

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

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

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

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Smart features

7.2

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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

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

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

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

Shark WV201WH vs the average portable vacuum

Why is Shark WV201WH better than the average portable vacuum?

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2 h faster charging
Shark WV201WH charges faster than the average portable vacuum (2 h vs 4 h).
What it is: The time required to recharge the battery from empty to full.
When it matters: When you need the vacuum ready again quickly after a short cleaning session.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: Up to 4 hours
Shark WV201WH charges faster than the average portable vacuum (2 h vs 4 h).2 h vs 4 h
17.36 AW stronger suction
Shark WV201WH has higher suction power than the average portable vacuum (42.4 AW vs 25 AW).
Suction power (AW): 42.36.
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
Shark WV201WH 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
Shark WV201WH includes an upholstery tool, while the average portable vacuum does not.
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
Shark WV201WH includes an upholstery tool, while the average portable vacuum does not.
1.96 kPa higher suction pressure
Shark WV201WH 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 WV201WH 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 WV201WH 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 WV201WH includes a full-charge indicator, while the average portable vacuum does not.
Includes a charging dock
Shark WV201WH includes a charging dock, while the average portable vacuum does not.
What it is: Indicates whether the portable vacuum includes a charging dock.
When it matters: Useful when comparing convenience, versatility, and included cleaning features.
Importance: LOW
Shark WV201WH includes a charging dock, while the average portable vacuum does not.
Supports one-click emptying
Shark WV201WH 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 WV201WH supports one-click emptying, while the average portable vacuum does not.
10.9% higher user score
Shark WV201WH 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 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
Shark WV201WH has higher suction power than the average portable vacuum (42.4 AW vs 25 AW).
1.96 kPa higher suction pressure
Shark WV201WH produces higher suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (9.7 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
2 h faster charging
Shark WV201WH charges faster than the average portable vacuum (2 h vs 4 h).
Includes a full-charge indicator
Shark WV201WH includes a full-charge indicator, while the average portable vacuum does not.
Includes a charging dock
Shark WV201WH includes a charging dock, while the average portable vacuum does not.
Includes an upholstery tool
Shark WV201WH includes an upholstery tool, while the average portable vacuum does not.
Supports one-click emptying
Shark WV201WH supports one-click emptying, while the average portable vacuum does not.

Why is Shark WV201WH worse than the average portable vacuum?

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5 dB higher operating noise
Shark WV201WH operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (80 dB vs 75 dB).
Operating noise level: 80 dB.
5 W less motor power
Shark WV201WH has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (115 W vs 120 W).
Rated motor power: 115 W.
12 min shorter runtime
Shark WV201WH runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (8 min vs 20 min).
2 V lower battery voltage
Shark WV201WH has a lower battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (10 V vs 12 V).
100 mAh smaller battery capacity
Shark WV201WH has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable vacuum (1900 mAh vs 2000 mAh).
Does not include a HEPA filter
Shark WV201WH does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
This model does not include hepa filter.
0.32 L smaller dust capacity
Shark WV201WH has a smaller dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.1 L vs 0.4 L).
Capacity: 0.08.
Fewer filtration stages
Shark WV201WH has fewer filtration stages than the average portable vacuum (1 vs 2).
Number of filtration stages: 1.
0.67 kg higher weight
Shark WV201WH is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.4 kg vs 0.728 kg).
50 mm taller body
Shark WV201WH is taller than the average portable vacuum (160 mm vs 110.00 mm).
Older release date
Shark WV201WH was released earlier than the average portable vacuum.
20 mm deeper body
Shark WV201WH is deeper than the average portable vacuum (160 mm vs 140.00 mm).
Does not include a HEPA filter
Shark WV201WH 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 WV201WH does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
0.32 L smaller dust capacity
Shark WV201WH has a smaller dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.1 L vs 0.4 L).
Capacity: 0.08.
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 WV201WH 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
Shark WV201WH runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (8 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 WV201WH 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
Shark WV201WH operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (80 dB vs 75 dB).
Operating noise level: 80 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 WV201WH operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (80 dB vs 75 dB).80 dB vs 75 dB
Fewer filtration stages
Shark WV201WH has fewer filtration stages than the average portable vacuum (1 vs 2).
Number of filtration stages: 1.
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
Shark WV201WH has fewer filtration stages than the average portable vacuum (1 vs 2).1 vs 2
0.67 kg higher weight
Shark WV201WH is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.4 kg vs 0.728 kg).
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
Shark WV201WH is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.4 kg vs 0.728 kg).1.4 kg vs 0.728 kg
5 W less motor power
Shark WV201WH has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (115 W vs 120 W).
Rated motor power: 115 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 WV201WH has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (115 W vs 120 W).115 W vs 120 W
2 V lower battery voltage
Shark WV201WH has a lower battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (10 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 WV201WH has a lower battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (10 V vs 12 V).10 V vs 12 V

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Third-party reviews

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(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

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 dislike 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.

Expert reviews

rtings.com

16/04/2026

Summary of the review

Shark WANDVAC Vacuum Review - RTINGS.com

The Shark WANDVAC is a decent cordless handheld vacuum designed for quick cleanups, offering sturdy build quality, excellent filtration, easy maintenance, and low recurring costs. While effective at removing pet hair and small debris on bare floors, its, performance is limited by very short battery life, a small dirt compartment, and an inability to handle large, bulky debris which can clog the inlet.

foodandwine.com

07/04/2026

Summary of the review

The 7 Best Handheld Vacuums of 2026, According to Our Tests

Food & Wine evaluated top handheld vacuums, praising the Shark UltraCyclone Pro for its large capacity and ease of use, and the Shark Wandvac for effectiveness with versatile attachments. While the compact Bissell AeroSlim is noted for travel, the review highlights that budget models like the BLACK+DECKER Dustbuster often lack specialized brush heads and suffer from shorter battery life compared to premium, higher-suction alternatives.

trustedreviews.com

02/07/2021

Summary of the review

Shark Wandvac Cordless Handheld Vacuum WV201 Review

The Trusted Reviews evaluation of the Shark Wandvac Cordless Handheld Vacuum (WV201) highlights it as a lightweight and powerful tool for quick, small-scale cleaning jobs. While praising its versatile accessories and compact, convenient charging stand, the review notes significant limitations, specifically its short eight-minute battery life and non-replaceable battery.

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