Shark S6003UKDB Review | 61 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150Heat-up time:30 secondsPower rating:1200 WWeight:2 kg

Shark S6003UKDB 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.

5.8

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Steam Cleaners category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
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Score distribution
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Score components

80%

5.2

Technical Score

20%

8.0

User score

â–¼Worse than 99% of steam-cleaners
5.2

Technical Score

Technical score
5.2/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components

28%

4.0

Performance

24%

5.7

Tank

21%

6.6

Versatility

10%

4.0

Accessories

9%

6.1

Design

8%

4.7

Safety

â–¼Worse than 99% of steam-cleaners
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

6.2

Number of reviews

Based on 164 buyer reviews from online shops.
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 52% of steam-cleaners
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Verdict

The Shark S6003UKDB Klik n' Flip Automatic Steam Mop Deluxe is a 1200-watt corded steam cleaner designed for sealed hard floors, featuring a 0.35-litre water capacity, a 6-metre power cord, and a rapid 30-second heat-up time. Key characteristics include Intelligent Steam Control with three automatic settings (Low, Medium, High) and a double-sided floorhead that eliminates up to 99.9% of household bacteria using water alone. Its primary pros are the hands-free Klik n' Flip technology that lets you release and attach the four included machine-washable Dirt Grip pads touch-free, a targeted Steam Blaster mode for stubborn messes, and an included carpet glider accessory. However, notable cons include its inability to stand upright on its own for easy storage, the lack of a detachable handheld unit for above-floor cleaning, and a relatively small water tank that requires frequent refilling during larger tasks.

Technical Specifications of steam cleaner Shark S6003UKDB

Technical Score
Technical score
5.2/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components:

28%

4.0

Performance

24%

5.7

Tank

21%

6.6

Versatility

10%

4.0

Accessories

9%

6.1

Design

8%

4.7

Safety

5.2
Shark S6003UKDB has a technical score of 5.2 points, which is lower than 100% of products in this category.
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

6.2

Number of reviews

Based on 164 buyer reviews from online shops.
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.0
Shark S6003UKDB has a user score of 8.02 points, which is higher than 51.8% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
6.2/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Shark S6003UKDB has a popularity score of 6.2 points, which is lower than 69.9% of products in this category.
6.2
Shark S6003UKDB has a popularity score of 6.2 points, which is lower than 69.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.0/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components:

60%

5.8

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

7.0
Shark S6003UKDB has a value-for-money score of 7 points, which is lower than 95.8% of products in this category.
Steam pressure
2.5 bar
Steam pressure
2.5 bar
This steam cleaner has a steam pressure of 2.5 bar, which is lower than that of 93.2% of steam cleaners and matches that of 2.3% of steam cleaners.
Steam temperature
100 °C
Steam temperature
100 °C
This steam cleaner has a steam temperature of 100 °C, which is lower than that of 63.1% of steam cleaners and matches that of 30% of steam cleaners.
Steam flow rate
25 g/min
Steam flow rate
25 g/min
This steam cleaner has a steam flow rate of 25 g/min, which is lower than that of 82.9% of steam cleaners and matches that of 5.7% of steam cleaners.
Heat-up time
30 seconds
Heat-up time
30 seconds
This steam cleaner has a heat-up time of 30 seconds, which is shorter than that of 58.7% of steam cleaners and matches that of 22.4% of steam cleaners.
Continuous steam time
?
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
This steam cleaner is corded only, unlike 4.2% of steam cleaners.
Action radius
6 m
Action radius
6 m
This steam cleaner has an action radius of 6 m, which is shorter than that of 71.7% of steam cleaners and matches that of 6.7% of steam cleaners.
Stainless steel boiler
no
Stainless steel boiler
no
This steam cleaner does not have a stainless steel boiler, unlike 22.5% of steam cleaners.
Power rating
1,200 W
Power rating
1,200 W
This steam cleaner has a power rating of 1,200 W, which is lower than that of 83.9% of steam cleaners and matches that of 4.2% of steam cleaners.
Water tank capacity
350 ml
Water tank capacity
350 ml
This steam cleaner has a water tank capacity of 350 ml, which is smaller than that of 81.7% of steam cleaners and matches that of 5.8% of steam cleaners.
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Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
This steam cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers, as are 91.6% of steam cleaners.
Product type
steam mop
Convertible handheld design
no
Convertible handheld design
no
This steam cleaner does not have a convertible handheld design, unlike 18.2% of steam cleaners.
Steam vacuum function
no
Steam vacuum function
no
This steam cleaner does not have a steam vacuum function, unlike 12.6% of steam cleaners.
Floor nozzle type
Rectangular floor head
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Accessory count
5
Accessory count
5
This steam cleaner includes 5 accessories, which is fewer than the number included with 73.2% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 8.5% of steam cleaners.
Mop pads included
2
Mop pads included
2
This steam cleaner includes 2 mop pads, which is more than the number included with 65.7% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 25.9% of steam cleaners.
Carpet glider included
no
Carpet glider included
no
This steam cleaner does not have a carpet glider, unlike 31.5% of steam cleaners.
Extension tubes / wands
no
Extension tubes / wands
no
This steam cleaner does not have extension tubes or wands, unlike 56.6% of steam cleaners.
Extension hose
no
Extension hose
no
This steam cleaner does not have an extension hose, unlike 19.6% of steam cleaners.
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Wheels
no
Wheels
no
This steam cleaner does not have wheels, unlike 55.9% of steam cleaners.
Volume
?
Weight
2 kg
Weight
2 kg
This steam cleaner weighs 2 kg, which is lighter than 66.4% of steam cleaners and the same weight as 21% of steam cleaners.
Width
340 mm
Height
1,180 mm
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Child safety lock
no
Child safety lock
no
This steam cleaner does not have a child safety lock, unlike 60.1% of steam cleaners.
Safety valve / safety cap
no
Safety valve / safety cap
no
This steam cleaner does not have a safety valve or safety cap, unlike 60.8% of steam cleaners.
Auto shut-off
no
Auto shut-off
no
This steam cleaner does not have automatic shut-off, unlike 13.3% of steam cleaners.
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
no
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
no
This steam cleaner does not have a trigger lock for continuous steam, unlike 26.6% of steam cleaners.
Descaling system
no
Descaling system
no
This steam cleaner does not have a descaling system, unlike 25.9% of steam cleaners.
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Shark S6003UKDB vs the average steam cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceTankVersatilityAccessoriesDesignSafety
  • 48.8% lighter
    Weight
    2 kg
    40% lighter: this steam cleaner is lighter than the average steam cleaner (2 kg vs 3.91 kg).
    2 kg vs 3.91 kg
  • 1 more steam levels
    Steam levels
    3
    This steam cleaner offers more steam levels than the average steam cleaner (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 1 more mop pads
    Mop pads included
    2
    This steam cleaner includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 120 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    30 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (30 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    30 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • 1 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    6 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (6 m vs 5 m).
    6 m vs 5 m
  • 1 more steam levels
    Steam levels
    3
    This steam cleaner offers more steam levels than the average steam cleaner (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 120 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    30 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (30 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    30 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • 1 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    6 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (6 m vs 5 m).
    6 m vs 5 m
  • 1 more mop pads
    Mop pads included
    2
    This steam cleaner includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 48.8% lighter
    Weight
    2 kg
    40% lighter: this steam cleaner is lighter than the average steam cleaner (2 kg vs 3.91 kg).
    2 kg vs 3.91 kg
  • 1.5 bar lower steam pressure
    Steam pressure
    2.5 bar
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (2.5 bar vs 4 bar).
    2.5 bar vs 4 bar
  • 35 °C lower steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    100 °C
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (100 °C vs 135 °C).
    100 °C vs 135 °C
  • Not suitable for upholstery and fabrics
    Suitable for upholstery / fabrics
    no
    This steam cleaner is not suitable for upholstery and fabrics, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • No adjustable steam output
    Adjustable steam output
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have adjustable steam output, while the average steam cleaner has adjustable steam output.
  • 450 ml smaller water tank capacity
    Water tank capacity
    350 ml
    This steam cleaner has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (350 ml vs 800 ml).
    350 ml vs 800 ml
  • Not suitable for grout
    Suitable for grout
    no
    This steam cleaner is not suitable for grout, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • No upholstery / fabric tool
    Upholstery / fabric tool
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner has an upholstery or fabric tool.
  • Cannot steam garments
    Garment steaming capability
    no
    This steam cleaner cannot steam garments, while the average steam cleaner can do this.
  • 14.6% worse value for money
    Shark S6003UKDB offers worse value for money than the average steam cleaner (6.96 vs 8).
    6.96 vs 7.97
  • 21.3% less popular
    Shark S6003UKDB is less popular than the average steam cleaner (6.19 vs 7.5).
    6.19 vs 7.51
  • 15.4% more expensive
    Shark S6003UKDB is more expensive than the average steam cleaner (£150 vs £130).
    £150 vs £130
  • 1.5 bar lower steam pressure
    Steam pressure
    2.5 bar
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (2.5 bar vs 4 bar).
    2.5 bar vs 4 bar
  • 35 °C lower steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    100 °C
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (100 °C vs 135 °C).
    100 °C vs 135 °C
  • No adjustable steam output
    Adjustable steam output
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have adjustable steam output, while the average steam cleaner has adjustable steam output.
  • No on-demand steam trigger
    On-demand steam trigger
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have an on-demand steam trigger, while the average steam cleaner has an on-demand steam trigger.
  • 15 g/min lower steam flow rate
    Steam flow rate
    25 g/min
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam flow rate than the average steam cleaner (25 g/min vs 40 g/min).
    25 g/min vs 40 g/min
  • 450 ml smaller water tank capacity
    Water tank capacity
    350 ml
    This steam cleaner has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (350 ml vs 800 ml).
    350 ml vs 800 ml
  • 1 m shorter action radius
    Action radius
    6 m
    This steam cleaner has a shorter action radius than the average steam cleaner (6 m vs 7 m).
    6 m vs 7 m
  • 300 W lower power rating
    Power rating
    1,200 W
    This steam cleaner has a lower power rating than the average steam cleaner (1200 W vs 1500 W).
    1,200 W vs 1,500 W
  • Not suitable for upholstery and fabrics
    Suitable for upholstery / fabrics
    no
    This steam cleaner is not suitable for upholstery and fabrics, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • Not suitable for grout
    Suitable for grout
    no
    This steam cleaner is not suitable for grout, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • Cannot steam garments
    Garment steaming capability
    no
    This steam cleaner cannot steam garments, while the average steam cleaner can do this.
  • Not suitable for glass and windows
    Suitable for glass / windows
    no
    This steam cleaner is not suitable for glass and windows, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • 0.02 cm narrower cleaning width
    Cleaning width
    30.48 cm
    This steam cleaner has a narrower cleaning width than the average steam cleaner (30.5 cm vs 30.5 cm).
    30.48 cm vs 30.5 cm
  • No upholstery / fabric tool
    Upholstery / fabric tool
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner has an upholstery or fabric tool.
  • No extension tubes / wands
    Extension tubes / wands
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have extension tubes or wands, while the average steam cleaner has extension tubes or wands.
  • No detail brushes
    Detail brushes included
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have detail brushes, while the average steam cleaner has detail brushes.
  • 4 fewer accessories
    Accessory count
    5
    This steam cleaner includes fewer accessories than the average steam cleaner (5 vs 9).
    5 vs 9
  • No jet nozzle
    Jet nozzle
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have a jet nozzle, while the average steam cleaner has a jet nozzle.
  • No scraper / grout tool
    Scraper / grout tool
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have a scraper or grout tool, while the average steam cleaner has a scraper or grout tool.
  • Cannot be parked upright
    Self-standing / parking position
    no
    This steam cleaner cannot stand upright for parking, while the average steam cleaner can stand upright for parking.
  • No wheels
    Wheels
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have wheels, while the average steam cleaner has wheels.
  • No carry handle
    Carry handle
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have a carry handle, while the average steam cleaner has a carry handle.
  • 2 years older
    Release date
    2016
    This steam cleaner was released earlier than the average steam cleaner.
    2,016 vs 2,018
  • No safety valve / cap
    Safety valve / safety cap
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have a safety valve or safety cap, while the average steam cleaner has a safety valve or safety cap.
  • No child safety lock
    Child safety lock
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have a child safety lock, while the average steam cleaner has a child safety lock.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 164 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Shark S6003UKDB?

  • Heats up very quickly in about 30 seconds
  • Double-sided Klik n' Flip design allows you to clean twice the area before changing pads
  • Hands-free pad attachment and release mechanism prevents direct contact with dirt
  • Powerful Steam Blast function successfully loosens stubborn or sticky messes
  • Three intelligent digital steam settings accommodate different floor types like tile, wood, and marble
  • Thick, machine-washable microfibre Dirt Grip pads effectively trap dust and dirt
  • Chemical-free cleaning is completely safe for households with pets and children
  • Floors dry rapidly and are left looking shiny and streak-free

What customers dislike about Shark S6003UKDB?

  • Cannot stand upright on its own, making it inconvenient to pause mid-clean
  • Water tank capacity is small and depletes very quickly when used on the high steam setting
  • Designed strictly for hard floors and lacks any detachable handheld unit or accessories for upholstery and windows
  • The 6-meter power cord may feel a bit short when moving across larger rooms
  • Water compartment cap can feel a little stiff and difficult to open initially

Expert reviews

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trustedreviews.com
17/11/2020
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luxuriousmagazine.com
17/08/2020
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theknighttribe.co.uk
28/12/2017
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