Shark S6005UK Review | 61 Data compared

Avg. price:~£160Heat-up time:30 secondsPower rating:1050 WWeight:2 kg

Shark S6005UK 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

Score
7.3/ 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%

6.9

Technical Score

20%

8.8

User score

â–²Better than 50% of steam-cleaners
6.9

Technical Score

Technical score
6.9/ 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%

5.2

Performance

24%

7.3

Tank

21%

9.0

Versatility

10%

7.5

Accessories

9%

7.3

Design

8%

4.7

Safety

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8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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%

8.8

Number of reviews

Based on 3,835 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.
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Verdict

The Shark S6005UK is a versatile 2-in-1 corded steam mop featuring a 1050W heating element that is ready to use in 30 seconds and a 0.5-litre water tank providing up to 15 minutes of chemical-free sanitisation. Its core characteristics include a detachable Lift-Away handheld unit, two automatic steam settings, and a Klik 'n' Flip floorhead paired with machine-washable, double-sided Dirt Grip pads. Key pros of this 2.8 kg appliance are its exceptional multi-surface versatility via five included accessories, chemical-free elimination of up to 99.9% of bacteria, and a targeted Steam Blaster mode for stubborn stains. However, main cons noted by users include its inability to stand upright on its own, a dark water tank that makes checking fluid levels difficult, and a relatively weak steam output when operated in handheld mode.

Technical Specifications of steam cleaner Shark S6005UK

Technical Score
Technical score
6.9/ 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%

5.2

Performance

24%

7.3

Tank

21%

9.0

Versatility

10%

7.5

Accessories

9%

7.3

Design

8%

4.7

Safety

6.9
Shark S6005UK has a technical score of 6.9 points, which is lower than 61.5% of products in this category.
User score
User score
8.8/ 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%

8.8

Number of reviews

Based on 3,835 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.
8.8
Shark S6005UK has a user score of 8.78 points, which is higher than 85.3% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
8.8/ 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 S6005UK has a popularity score of 8.8 points, which is higher than 74.8% of products in this category.
8.8
Shark S6005UK has a popularity score of 8.8 points, which is higher than 74.8% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.0/ 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%

7.3

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

8.0
Shark S6005UK has a value-for-money score of 8 points, which is higher than 49% of products in this category.
Steam pressure
N/A
Steam temperature
160 °C
Steam temperature
160 °C
This steam cleaner has a steam temperature of 160 °C, which is higher than that of 91.5% of steam cleaners and matches that of 3.1% of steam cleaners.
Steam flow rate
15 g/min
Steam flow rate
15 g/min
This steam cleaner has a steam flow rate of 15 g/min, which is lower than that of 94.3% of steam cleaners and matches that of 1.4% 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
15 minutes
Continuous steam time
15 minutes
This steam cleaner has a continuous steam time of 15 minutes, which is shorter than that of 63.6% of steam cleaners and matches that of 18.2% of steam cleaners.
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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
1,050 W
Power rating
1,050 W
This steam cleaner has a power rating of 1,050 W, which is lower than that of 93% of steam cleaners and matches that of 2.1% of steam cleaners.
Water tank capacity
?
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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
2-in-1 steam mop and handheld cleaner
Convertible handheld design
yes
Convertible handheld design
yes
This steam cleaner has a convertible handheld design, as do 17.5% 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
yes
Extension hose
yes
This steam cleaner has an extension hose, as do 18.9% 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
88.264 L
Volume
88.264 L
This steam cleaner has an external volume of 88.264 L.
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 S6005UK vs the average steam cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceTankVersatilityAccessoriesDesignSafety
  • 25 °C higher steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    160 °C
    This steam cleaner has a higher steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (160 °C vs 135 °C).
    160 °C vs 135 °C
  • Includes an extension hose
    Extension hose
    yes
    This steam cleaner has an extension hose, while the average steam cleaner does not have an extension hose.
  • Convertible handheld design
    Convertible handheld design
    yes
    This steam cleaner has a convertible handheld design, while the average steam cleaner does not have a convertible handheld design.
  • 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 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
  • 2 years newer
    Release date
    2020
    This steam cleaner was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.
    2,020 vs 2,018
  • 9.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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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    the average steam cleaner
    Shark S6005UK has a higher user score than the average steam cleaner (8.78 vs 8.004).
    8.78 vs 8
  • 17.2% more popular
    Shark S6005UK is more popular than the average steam cleaner (8.8 vs 7.5).
    8.8 vs 7.51
  • 0.3% better value for money
    Shark S6005UK offers better value for money than the average steam cleaner (8 vs 8).
    8 vs 7.97
  • 25 °C higher steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    160 °C
    This steam cleaner has a higher steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (160 °C vs 135 °C).
    160 °C vs 135 °C
  • 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
  • Convertible handheld design
    Convertible handheld design
    yes
    This steam cleaner has a convertible handheld design, while the average steam cleaner does not have a convertible handheld design.
  • Includes an extension hose
    Extension hose
    yes
    This steam cleaner has an extension hose, while the average steam cleaner does not have an extension hose.
  • 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
  • 2 years newer
    Release date
    2020
    This steam cleaner was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.
    2,020 vs 2,018
  • 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.
  • 25 g/min lower steam flow rate
    Steam flow rate
    15 g/min
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam flow rate than the average steam cleaner (15 g/min vs 40 g/min).
    15 g/min vs 40 g/min
  • 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 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 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.
  • 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.
  • No wheels
    Wheels
    no
    This steam cleaner does not have wheels, while the average steam cleaner has wheels.
  • 4.59 cm narrower cleaning width
    Cleaning width
    25.91 cm
    This steam cleaner has a narrower cleaning width than the average steam cleaner (25.9 cm vs 30.5 cm).
    25.91 cm vs 30.5 cm
  • 23.1% more expensive
    Shark S6005UK is more expensive than the average steam cleaner (£160 vs £130).
    £160 vs £130
  • 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.
  • 25 g/min lower steam flow rate
    Steam flow rate
    15 g/min
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam flow rate than the average steam cleaner (15 g/min vs 40 g/min).
    15 g/min vs 40 g/min
  • 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.
  • 5 minutes shorter continuous steam time
    Continuous steam time
    15 minutes
    This steam cleaner has a shorter continuous steam time than the average steam cleaner (15 minutes vs 20 minutes).
    15 minutes vs 20 minutes
  • 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
  • 450 W lower power rating
    Power rating
    1,050 W
    This steam cleaner has a lower power rating than the average steam cleaner (1050 W vs 1500 W).
    1,050 W vs 1,500 W
  • 4.59 cm narrower cleaning width
    Cleaning width
    25.91 cm
    This steam cleaner has a narrower cleaning width than the average steam cleaner (25.9 cm vs 30.5 cm).
    25.91 cm vs 30.5 cm
  • 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.
  • 4 fewer accessories
    Accessory count
    5
    This steam cleaner includes fewer accessories than the average steam cleaner (5 vs 9).
    5 vs 9
  • 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 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 3,835 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Shark S6005UK?

  • Lift-Away technology easily converts the unit from a floor mop to a handheld steam cleaner for worktops, windows, and shower screens
  • Double-sided Klik 'n' Flip pads allow for continuous cleaning without needing to stop and change the cloth
  • High-quality, well-made build that produces effective, superheated steam
  • Excellent cord length, reducing the need to constantly switch sockets while cleaning
  • Hands-free pad release mechanism allows for hygienic removal of dirty cloths

What customers dislike about Shark S6005UK?

  • Difficult to tell when the water tank has been overfilled
  • Cannot stand upright on its own; requires leaning or storing flat
  • Some users report the setup process to be a bit laborious
  • Known design complaints regarding the water tank cap breaking or cracking over time
  • Premium price point, with some users noting that replacement pads are expensive

Expert reviews

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trustedreviews.com
25/03/2020
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13/06/2022
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idealhome.co.uk
25/02/2021
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