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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£60
  • Avg. price in US: ~$60
  • Steam pressure: ?
  • Heat-up time: 30 seconds
  • Power rating: 1,050 W
  • Water tank capacity: 375 ml
  • Weight: 1 kg

Shark S1000UK review. Compare 61 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Steam Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3

Overall score

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

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

Score components:

80.0%

6.8

Technical Score

20.0%

9.1

User score

Very good
6.8

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Steam Cleaners category across these key areas: Performance, Tank, Versatility, Accessories, Design, Safety.

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

Score components:

28.0%

8.5

Performance

24.0%

6.5

Tank

21.0%

6.3

Versatility

10.0%

3.7

Accessories

9.0%

7.5

Design

8.0%

6.2

Safety

Good
9.1

User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.4
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4.4
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4.2
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 7.3
    Hard-floor cleaning

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.0

    Rotating / motorized pads

    25.0%

    10

    Swivel / flexible floor head

    20.0%

    9.9

    Heat-up time

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

    10.0%

    1.5

    Power rating

  • 5.8
    Upholstery cleaning

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.0

    Upholstery / fabric tool

    25.0%

    4.0

    Extension hose

    20.0%

    9.9

    Heat-up time

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

    10.0%

    1.6

    Accessory count

  • 5.5
    Grout cleaning

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.0

    Jet nozzle

    25.0%

    4.0

    Detail brushes included

    20.0%

    4.0

    Extension hose

    15.0%

    9.9

    Heat-up time

    10.0%

    10

    Weight

  • 5.5
    Car-interior cleaning

    Score components:

    25.0%

    4.0

    Extension hose

    20.0%

    4.0

    Jet nozzle

    15.0%

    4.0

    Detail brushes included

    15.0%

    9.9

    Heat-up time

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

    10.0%

    1.6

    Accessory count

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Verdict

The Shark S1000UK is a corded upright steam mop operating at 1050 watts, designed to clean and sanitise up to 99.9% of bacteria on sealed hard floors using water alone. Key specifications include a removable 375ml water tank, a 5.5-metre power cord, a rapid 30-second heat-up time, and a 25g/min steam flow rate that provides roughly 15 minutes of steaming time per tank. Main advantages include its ultra-lightweight design of 1.35kg to 1.98kg, swivel steering with a low-profile mop head for easy furniture navigation, and the inclusion of two reusable, machine-washable microfibre Dirt Grip pads. However, notable drawbacks include its lack of automatic steam settings, as it requires manual handle-pumping action to generate steam, and the compact tank capacity means frequent refills are required for larger floor plans.

Technical Specifications of steam cleaner Shark S1000UK

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Steam Cleaners category across these key areas: Performance, Tank, Versatility, Accessories, Design, Safety.

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

Score components:

28.0%

8.5

Performance

24.0%

6.5

Tank

21.0%

6.3

Versatility

10.0%

3.7

Accessories

9.0%

7.5

Design

8.0%

6.2

Safety

6.8
Shark S1000UK has a technical score of 6.81 points, which is lower than 88.8% 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 Steam Cleaners category.

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

Score components:

70.0%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
(18943)
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4.4
(6530)
amazon
4.2
(285)
United States
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4.4
(19509)
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4.4
(6309)
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4.2
(743)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.1
Shark S1000UK has a user score of 9.15 points, which is higher than 91.6% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Steam Cleaners category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Steam Cleaners category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
10
Shark S1000UK has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 66.4% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Steam Cleaners category with their prices.

When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Steam Cleaners category and want a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.3

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.1
Shark S1000UK has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.1 points, which is lower than 59.4% of products in this category.
Steam pressure
What it is: Measures the steam pressure of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam pressure.

Importance: HIGH

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Steam temperature
What it is: Measures the steam temperature of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam temperature.

Importance: HIGH

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Steam flow rate
What it is: Measures the steam flow rate of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam flow rate.

Importance: HIGH

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Heat-up time
What it is: Measures the heat-up time of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by heat-up time.

Importance: MEDIUM

30 seconds
Shark S1000UK has a heat-up time of 30 seconds, which is shorter than that of 57.1% of steam cleaners and matches that of 22.6% of steam cleaners.
Continuous steam time
What it is: Measures the continuous steam time of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by continuous steam time.

Importance: MEDIUM

15 minutes
Shark S1000UK has a continuous steam time of 15 minutes, which is shorter than that of 67.2% of steam cleaners and matches that of 20.7% of steam cleaners.
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Cordless
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has cordless.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by cordless.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark S1000UK is corded only. Cordless operation is found in 4.2% of steam cleaners.
Action radius
What it is: Measures the action radius of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by action radius.

Importance: MEDIUM

5.5 m
Shark S1000UK has an action radius of 5.5 m, which is shorter than that of 79.6% of steam cleaners and matches that of 4.9% of steam cleaners.
Stainless steel boiler
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has stainless steel boiler.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by stainless steel boiler.

Importance: LOW

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Power rating
What it is: Measures the power rating of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by power rating.

Importance: LOW

1,050 W
Shark S1000UK has a power rating of 1050 W, which is lower than that of 92.4% of steam cleaners and matches that of 2.3% of steam cleaners.
Water tank capacity
What it is: Measures the water tank capacity of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by water tank capacity.

Importance: HIGH

375 ml
Shark S1000UK has a water tank capacity of 375 ml, which is smaller than that of 78.3% of steam cleaners.
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Suitable for allergy sufferers
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has suitable for allergy sufferers.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by suitable for allergy sufferers.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Shark S1000UK is suitable for allergy sufferers. This use is supported by 89.8% of steam cleaners.
Product type
What it is: Describes the product type of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by product type.

Importance: LOW

steam mop
Convertible handheld design
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has convertible handheld design.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by convertible handheld design.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark S1000UK does not have a convertible handheld design. It is available on 18.3% of steam cleaners.
Steam vacuum function
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has steam vacuum function.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam vacuum function.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark S1000UK does not have a steam vacuum function. It is available on 12.3% of steam cleaners.
Floor nozzle type
What it is: Describes the floor nozzle type of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by floor nozzle type.

Importance: LOW

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Accessory count
What it is: Measures the accessory count of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by accessory count.

Importance: MEDIUM

3
Shark S1000UK includes 3 accessories, which is fewer than the number included with 91.6% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 2.8% of steam cleaners.
Mop pads included
What it is: Measures the mop pads included of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by mop pads included.

Importance: LOW

2
Shark S1000UK includes 2 mop pads, which is more than the number included with 57.5% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 33% of steam cleaners.
Carpet glider included
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has carpet glider included.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by carpet glider included.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark S1000UK does not have a carpet glider. It is available on 29.8% of steam cleaners.
Extension tubes / wands
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has extension tubes / wands.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by extension tubes / wands.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark S1000UK does not have extension tubes or wands. It is available on 44.7% of steam cleaners.
Extension hose
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has extension hose.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by extension hose.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark S1000UK does not have an extension hose. It is available on 18.8% of steam cleaners.
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Wheels
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has wheels.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by wheels.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark S1000UK does not have wheels. It is available on 55.6% of steam cleaners.
Volume
What it is: Measures the volume of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by volume.

Importance: LOW

58.032 L
Shark S1000UK has an external volume of 58.032 L.
Weight
What it is: Measures the weight of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by weight.

Importance: MEDIUM

1 kg
Shark S1000UK weighs 1 kg, which is lighter than 90.7% of steam cleaners and the same weight as 9.3% of steam cleaners.
Width
What it is: Measures the width of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by width.

Importance: LOW

310 mm
Shark S1000UK has a width of 310 mm, which is wider than that of 60% of steam cleaners and matches that of 6.1% of steam cleaners.
Height
What it is: Measures the height of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by height.

Importance: LOW

1,170 mm
Shark S1000UK has a height of 1170 mm, which is taller than that of 82.1% of steam cleaners and matches that of 1.6% of steam cleaners.
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Child safety lock
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has child safety lock.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by child safety lock.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark S1000UK does not have a child safety lock. It is available on 61.3% of steam cleaners.
Safety valve / safety cap
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has safety valve / safety cap.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by safety valve / safety cap.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark S1000UK does not have a safety valve or safety cap. It is available on 67% of steam cleaners.
Auto shut-off
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has auto shut-off.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by auto shut-off.

Importance: LOW

?
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has trigger lock / continuous steam lock.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by trigger lock / continuous steam lock.

Importance: LOW

?
Descaling system
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has descaling system.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by descaling system.

Importance: LOW

no
Shark S1000UK does not have a descaling system. It is available on 23.9% of steam cleaners.
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Shark S1000UK vs the average steam cleaner

  • 3 kg lighter
    Shark S1000UK weighs less than the average steam cleaner (1 kg vs 4 kg).
    What it is: Measures the weight of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by weight.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Shark S1000UK weighs less than the average steam cleaner (1 kg vs 4 kg).1 kg vs 4 kg
  • 160.5 mm shallower
    Shark S1000UK is shallower than the average steam cleaner (160 mm vs 320.5 mm).
    What it is: Measures the depth of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by depth.

    Importance: LOW

    Shark S1000UK is shallower than the average steam cleaner (160 mm vs 320.5 mm).160 mm vs 320.5 mm
  • 1 more mop pads
    Shark S1000UK includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (2 vs 1).
    What it is: Measures the mop pads included of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by mop pads included.

    Importance: LOW

    Shark S1000UK includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (2 vs 1).2 vs 1
  • 90 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Shark S1000UK has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (30 seconds vs 120 seconds).
    What it is: Measures the heat-up time of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by heat-up time.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Shark S1000UK has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (30 seconds vs 120 seconds).30 seconds vs 120 seconds
  • 3 newer release date
    Shark S1000UK was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.
    What it is: Shows when the steam cleaner model was released.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by release date.

    Importance: LOW

    Shark S1000UK was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.2021 vs 2018
  • 2.17x cheaper
    Shark S1000UK is cheaper than the average steam cleaner (£60 vs £130).
    Shark S1000UK is cheaper than the average steam cleaner (£60 vs £130).£60 vs £130
  • 0.5 m longer power cord
    Shark S1000UK has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (5.5 m vs 5 m).
    What it is: Measures the power cord length of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by power cord length.

    Importance: LOW

    Shark S1000UK has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (5.5 m vs 5 m).5.5 m vs 5 m
  • 14.4% higher user score
    Shark S1000UK has a higher user score than the average steam cleaner (9.15 vs 8).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Steam Cleaners category.
    When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Steam Cleaners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Shark S1000UK has a higher user score than the average steam cleaner (9.15 vs 8).9.15 vs 8
  • 90 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Shark S1000UK has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (30 seconds vs 120 seconds).
  • 0.5 m longer power cord
    Shark S1000UK has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (5.5 m vs 5 m).
  • 1 more mop pads
    Shark S1000UK includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (2 vs 1).
  • 3 kg lighter
    Shark S1000UK weighs less than the average steam cleaner (1 kg vs 4 kg).
  • 160.5 mm shallower
    Shark S1000UK is shallower than the average steam cleaner (160 mm vs 320.5 mm).
  • 3 newer release date
    Shark S1000UK was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.
  • 5 minutes shorter continuous steam time
    Shark S1000UK has a shorter continuous steam time than the average steam cleaner (15 minutes vs 20 minutes).
  • 425 ml smaller water tank capacity
    Shark S1000UK has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (375 ml vs 800 ml).
  • 1.71 m shorter action radius
    Shark S1000UK has a shorter action radius than the average steam cleaner (5.5 m vs 7.21 m).
  • 450 W lower power rating
    Shark S1000UK has a lower power rating than the average steam cleaner (1050 W vs 1500 W).
  • Not suitable for upholstery and fabrics
    Shark S1000UK is not suitable for upholstery and fabrics, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • Not suitable for grout
    Shark S1000UK is not suitable for grout, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • Cannot steam garments
    Shark S1000UK cannot steam garments, while the average steam cleaner can do this.
  • 6.51 mm narrower cleaning width
    Shark S1000UK has a narrower cleaning width than the average steam cleaner (24.9 mm vs 31.4 mm).
  • Not suitable for glass and windows
    Shark S1000UK is not suitable for glass and windows, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • No upholstery / fabric tool
    Shark S1000UK does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • 7 fewer accessories
    Shark S1000UK includes fewer accessories than the average steam cleaner (3 vs 10).
  • No jet nozzle
    Shark S1000UK does not have a jet nozzle, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • No detail brushes
    Shark S1000UK does not have detail brushes, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • No wheels
    Shark S1000UK does not have wheels, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • No carry handle
    Shark S1000UK does not have a carry handle, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • 840 mm taller
    Shark S1000UK is taller than the average steam cleaner (1170 mm vs 330 mm).
  • 16 mm wider
    Shark S1000UK is wider than the average steam cleaner (310 mm vs 294 mm).
  • No safety valve / cap
    Shark S1000UK does not have a safety valve or safety cap, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • No child safety lock
    Shark S1000UK does not have a child safety lock, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • No upholstery / fabric tool
    Shark S1000UK does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner does.
    What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has upholstery / fabric tool.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by upholstery / fabric tool.

    Importance: LOW

    Shark S1000UK does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • Not suitable for upholstery and fabrics
    Shark S1000UK is not suitable for upholstery and fabrics, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
    What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has suitable for upholstery / fabrics.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by suitable for upholstery / fabrics.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Shark S1000UK is not suitable for upholstery and fabrics, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • Not suitable for grout
    Shark S1000UK is not suitable for grout, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
    What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner is suitable for cleaning grout.
    When it matters: This matters when you need focused steam for tiled surfaces and grout lines.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Shark S1000UK is not suitable for grout, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • 7 fewer accessories
    Shark S1000UK includes fewer accessories than the average steam cleaner (3 vs 10).
    What it is: Measures the accessory count of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by accessory count.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Shark S1000UK includes fewer accessories than the average steam cleaner (3 vs 10).3 vs 10
  • 425 ml smaller water tank capacity
    Shark S1000UK has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (375 ml vs 800 ml).
    What it is: Measures the water tank capacity of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by water tank capacity.

    Importance: HIGH

    Shark S1000UK has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (375 ml vs 800 ml).375 ml vs 800 ml
  • Cannot steam garments
    Shark S1000UK cannot steam garments, while the average steam cleaner can do this.
    What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has garment steaming capability.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by garment steaming capability.

    Importance: LOW

    Shark S1000UK cannot steam garments, while the average steam cleaner can do this.
  • No safety valve / cap
    Shark S1000UK does not have a safety valve or safety cap, while the average steam cleaner does.
    What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has safety valve / safety cap.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by safety valve / safety cap.

    Importance: LOW

    Shark S1000UK does not have a safety valve or safety cap, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • 1.71 m shorter action radius
    Shark S1000UK has a shorter action radius than the average steam cleaner (5.5 m vs 7.21 m).
    What it is: Measures the action radius of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by action radius.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Shark S1000UK has a shorter action radius than the average steam cleaner (5.5 m vs 7.21 m).5.5 m vs 7.21 m

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Third-party reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Shark S1000UK?

  • Extremely lightweight and effortless to maneuver around furniture
  • Chemical-free cleaning using only water, making it safe for kids and pets
  • Heats up quickly, generating steam in about 30 seconds
  • Reusable microfiber 'Dirt Grip' pads are highly absorbent and machine-washable
  • Floors dry rapidly with virtually no streaks or excess moisture left behind
  • Removable water tank is easy to pop off, fill, and reattach

What customers dislike about Shark S1000UK?

  • Manual pump action requires physically pushing down on the handle to generate steam, which can feel tedious or tiring
  • The 5.5-meter power cord is relatively short, forcing users to switch plug sockets frequently when moving between rooms
  • Lacks a dedicated steam-boost or scrubber function, making it less effective on deeply set, stubborn, or dried-on stains
  • No adjustable steam control settings to customize the steam flow output
  • The low-profile head can occasionally feel awkward when trying to navigate into tight corner angles

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