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Shark WV270UK review: 54 specs compared

Avg. price:~£130Suction pressure:16 kPaCapacity:0.1 LWeight:0.65 kgRuntime:15 minHEPA filter:no

Shark WV270UK 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 WV270UK
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 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
▲ Better than 74% of models
Score components

80%

7.4

Technical score

20%

8.1

User score

▲Better than 74% of portable vacuums
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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 88% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

5.5

Price

▼Worse than 88%
7.4

Technical score

Technical score
7.4/ 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
▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components

30%

8.0

Performance

30%

6.4

Filtration

24%

7.4

Battery

10%

8.5

Attachments

3%

8.4

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

▲Better than 69%
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 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 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 66%
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Ranked #34 of 180 models in Portable Vacuums (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner Shark WV270UK

Technical score
Technical score
7.4/ 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
▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components:

30%

8.0

Performance

30%

6.4

Filtration

24%

7.4

Battery

10%

8.5

Attachments

3%

8.4

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

7.4
User score
User score
8.1/ 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 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
7.9/ 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 66% of models
Popularity:
Shark WV270UK has a popularity score of 7.9 points, which is higher than 66.5% of products in this category.
7.9
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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 88% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

5.5

Price

6.9
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
160 W
Market range: <0 W – >200 W
This portable vacuum cleaner has a rated motor power of 160 W, which is higher than that of 90.2% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 2.5% of portable vacuums.
Suction pressure
16 kPa
Market range: <0 kPa – >20 kPa
This portable vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 16 kPa, which is higher than that of 93% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 3.5% of portable vacuums.
Suction power
75 AW
Market range: <0 AW – >100 AW
This portable vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 75 AW, which is higher than that of 89.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.6% of vacuum cleaners.
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Battery energy
27 Wh
Market range: <0 Wh – >50 Wh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery energy capacity of 27 Wh, which is greater than that of 64.9% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 8.2% 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
14 V
Market range: <5 V – >25 V
This portable vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 14 V, which is higher than that of 76.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 4.1% 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
0.1 L
Market range: <0 L – >1 L
This portable vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.1 L, which is smaller than that of 88.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6.5% 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
?
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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 cm
Depth
19 cm
Height
46 cm
Weight
0.65 kg
Market range: <0 kg – >2 kg
This portable vacuum cleaner weighs 0.65 kg, which is less than 64.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 6% 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 WV270UK vs the average portable vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 8.25 kPa higher suction pressure
    This portable vacuum cleaner produces higher suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (16 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
    16 kPa vs 7.75 kPa
  • 50 AW stronger suction
    This portable vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average portable vacuum (75 AW vs 25 AW).
    75 AW vs 25 AW
  • Suitable for allergy sufferers
    This portable vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers; the average portable vacuum is not specifically suitable for allergy sufferers.
  • 1 h faster charging
    This portable vacuum cleaner charges faster than the average portable vacuum (3 h vs 4 h).
    3 h vs 4 h
  • Includes an upholstery tool
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes an upholstery tool, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 40 W more motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a more powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (160 W vs 120 W).
    160 W vs 120 W
  • Includes battery indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 1 more speed levels
    This portable vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average portable vacuum (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 1.5% higher user score
    User score
    8.1/ 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 WV270UK
    the average portable vacuum
    Shark WV270UK has a higher user score than the average portable vacuum (8.12 vs 8.000).
    8.12 vs 8
  • 8.25 kPa higher suction pressure
    This portable vacuum cleaner produces higher suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (16 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
    16 kPa vs 7.75 kPa
  • 50 AW stronger suction
    This portable vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average portable vacuum (75 AW vs 25 AW).
    75 AW vs 25 AW
  • 40 W more motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a more powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (160 W vs 120 W).
    160 W vs 120 W
  • 1 more speed levels
    This portable vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average portable vacuum (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 1 h faster charging
    This portable vacuum cleaner charges faster than the average portable vacuum (3 h vs 4 h).
    3 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 removable battery
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, 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.
  • 2.9 V higher battery voltage
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a higher battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (14 V vs 11.1 V).
    14 V vs 11.1 V
  • 5 Wh more battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores more battery energy than the average portable vacuum (27 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    27 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • Suitable for allergy sufferers
    This portable vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers; the average portable vacuum is not specifically suitable for allergy sufferers.
  • 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.
  • 13.3% lighter
    This portable vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average portable vacuum (0.7 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    0.65 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • Does not include a HEPA filter
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
  • 0.3 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).
    0.1 L vs 0.4 L
  • Lower HEPA class
    This portable vacuum cleaner uses a lower HEPA class than the average portable vacuum (H10 vs H12).
    H10 vs H12
  • 5 min shorter runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (15 min vs 20 min).
    15 min vs 20 min
  • 5.5 min shorter turbo runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average portable vacuum (9 min vs 14.5 min).
    9 min vs 14.5 min
  • 2.89x more expensive
    Shark WV270UK is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£130 vs £45).
    £130 vs £45
  • 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
  • 11.1% worse value for money
    Shark WV270UK offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (6.93 vs 7.7).
    6.93 vs 7.7
  • 2.89x more expensive
    Shark WV270UK is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£130 vs £45).
    £130 vs £45
  • 11.1% worse value for money
    Shark WV270UK offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (6.93 vs 7.7).
    6.93 vs 7.7
  • 1.7 dB higher operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (76.7 dB vs 75 dB).
    76.7 dB vs 75 dB
  • 5 min shorter runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (15 min vs 20 min).
    15 min vs 20 min
  • 5.5 min shorter turbo runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average portable vacuum (9 min vs 14.5 min).
    9 min vs 14.5 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
  • Does not include a HEPA filter
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
  • 0.3 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).
    0.1 L vs 0.4 L
  • Lower HEPA class
    This portable vacuum cleaner uses a lower HEPA class than the average portable vacuum (H10 vs H12).
    H10 vs H12
  • 10.4% more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (5,244 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³).
    5,244 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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trustedreviews.com
16/05/2022
Summary of the review
Shark Premium Handheld Vacuum WV270UK - Trusted Reviews
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expertreviews.co.uk
06/10/2023
Summary of the review
Shark WandVac 2.0 (WV270UK) review: An always-ready handheld hero | Expert Reviews
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telegraph.co.uk
03/06/2026
Summary of the review
The best handheld vacuums for quick clean ups - The Telegraph

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Shark WV270UK

  • Impressive suction power for its size, especially when using the Boost mode
  • Sleek, compact, and lightweight design (under 700g), making it easy to maneuver
  • Convenient, neat charging dock that keeps the vacuum upright, charged, and ready to use
  • Hygienic, one-touch easy empty button to clear out the dust cup quickly
  • Includes useful, versatile attachments like the crevice and multi-surface pet tools

What customers don't like about Shark WV270UK

  • Very small dustbin capacity (0.1L) that requires frequent emptying during cleanups
  • Short overall battery life, offering only up to 15 minutes of run-time on standard mode
  • Boost mode drains the battery significantly faster, shortening the operating window
  • Can feel slightly heavy in the hand during extended, continuous usage sessions
  • Bulky debris can occasionally clog the entry point to the dust compartment

Verdict

The Shark WV270UK WandVac 2.0 is a slim, cordless handheld vacuum powered by a 160-watt high-efficiency motor operating on a 14.4V lithium-ion battery. Weighing just under 700g, this compact device features a washable HEPA filter, two power levels (Standard and Boost), and an easy-empty dust cup. Its main pros include highly impressive 16kPa suction power for its size, an ultra-lightweight and highly maneuverable build, useful bundled attachments (a duster crevice tool and a multi-surface pet tool), and a streamlined charging dock that keeps it ready for up to 15 minutes of runtime. However, its primary cons are a microscopic 0.1-litre dustbin capacity that requires frequent emptying, a relatively long 3.5-hour recharge time, loud 80dB operation when using boost mode, and the lack of a motorised brush tool.

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