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Shark S8201UKDB Review | 61 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£150
Avg. price in US: ~$190
Steam pressure: ?
Heat-up time: 20 seconds
Power rating: 1,120 W
Water tank capacity: 350 ml
Weight: 4 kg

Shark S8201UKDB 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.

6.9

Good

6.9

Good

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8.8
Hard-floor cleaning
Score components:
30.0%
10
Rotating / motorized pads
25.0%
10
Swivel / flexible floor head
20.0%
10
Heat-up time
15.0%
7.4
Weight
10.0%
2.1
Power rating
6.1
Upholstery cleaning
Score components:
30.0%
4.0
Upholstery / fabric tool
25.0%
4.0
Extension hose
20.0%
10
Heat-up time
15.0%
7.4
Weight
10.0%
?
Accessory count
5.2
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%
10
Heat-up time
10.0%
7.4
Weight
5.8
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%
10
Heat-up time
15.0%
7.4
Weight
10.0%
?
Accessory count

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Verdict

The Shark Deluxe Black Steam & Scrub Automatic Steam Mop (S8201UKDB) is an 1120-watt corded hard floor cleaner featuring two motorized power pads that rotate 150 times per minute alongside three electronic steam settings (Light, Normal, and Deep) to eliminate up to 99.9% of bacteria using water alone. Its primary advantages include a powerful targeted Steam Blaster jet for stuck-on grime, illuminating integrated LED headlights, a 350ml removable water tank with a fast 20-second heat-up time, and four machine-washable Dirt Grip pads. However, notable drawbacks are its relatively small water reservoir that yields a short 11.5-minute runtime per fill, its reliance on a mains power cable rather than a cordless setup, and its inability to vacuum or suction up solid floor debris.

Technical Specifications of steam cleaner Shark S8201UKDB

Overall score

6.9

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Performance

8.2

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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

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

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Tank

6.2

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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

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

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

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

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Versatility

6.7

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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

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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

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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

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

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

Floor head

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Accessories

5.6

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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

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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

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

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

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

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Design

7.2

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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

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

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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

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

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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

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Safety

6.2

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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

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

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

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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

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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

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Shark S8201UKDB vs the average steam cleaner

Why is Shark S8201UKDB better than the average steam cleaner?

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Includes rotating / motorized pads
Shark S8201UKDB has rotating or motorized pads, while the average steam cleaner does not.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has rotating / motorized pads.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by rotating / motorized pads.
Importance: LOW
Shark S8201UKDB has rotating or motorized pads, while the average steam cleaner does not.
100 seconds shorter heat-up time
Shark S8201UKDB has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (20 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 S8201UKDB has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (20 seconds vs 120 seconds).20 seconds vs 120 seconds
3 more mop pads
Shark S8201UKDB includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (4 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 S8201UKDB includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (4 vs 1).4 vs 1
7 newer release date
Shark S8201UKDB 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 S8201UKDB was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.2025 vs 2018
6.4 mm wider cleaning width
Shark S8201UKDB has a wider cleaning width than the average steam cleaner (37.8 mm vs 31.4 mm).
What it is: Measures the cleaning width of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by cleaning width.
Importance: LOW
Shark S8201UKDB has a wider cleaning width than the average steam cleaner (37.8 mm vs 31.4 mm).37.8 mm vs 31.4 mm
0.18 m longer power cord
Shark S8201UKDB has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (5.2 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 S8201UKDB has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (5.2 m vs 5 m).5.18 m vs 5 m
100 seconds shorter heat-up time
Shark S8201UKDB has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (20 seconds vs 120 seconds).
0.18 m longer power cord
Shark S8201UKDB has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (5.2 m vs 5 m).
Includes rotating / motorized pads
Shark S8201UKDB has rotating or motorized pads, while the average steam cleaner does not.
6.4 mm wider cleaning width
Shark S8201UKDB has a wider cleaning width than the average steam cleaner (37.8 mm vs 31.4 mm).
3 more mop pads
Shark S8201UKDB includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (4 vs 1).
7 newer release date
Shark S8201UKDB was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.

Why is Shark S8201UKDB worse than the average steam cleaner?

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8.5 minutes shorter continuous steam time
Shark S8201UKDB has a shorter continuous steam time than the average steam cleaner (11.5 minutes vs 20 minutes).
450 ml smaller water tank capacity
Shark S8201UKDB has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (350 ml vs 800 ml).
2.03 m shorter action radius
Shark S8201UKDB has a shorter action radius than the average steam cleaner (5.2 m vs 7.21 m).
380 W lower power rating
Shark S8201UKDB has a lower power rating than the average steam cleaner (1120 W vs 1500 W).
Not suitable for upholstery and fabrics
Shark S8201UKDB is not suitable for upholstery and fabrics, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
Not suitable for grout
Shark S8201UKDB is not suitable for grout, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
Cannot steam garments
Shark S8201UKDB cannot steam garments, while the average steam cleaner can do this.
Not suitable for glass and windows
Shark S8201UKDB is not suitable for glass and windows, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
No upholstery / fabric tool
Shark S8201UKDB does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner does.
No jet nozzle
Shark S8201UKDB does not have a jet nozzle, while the average steam cleaner does.
No detail brushes
Shark S8201UKDB does not have detail brushes, while the average steam cleaner does.
No wheels
Shark S8201UKDB does not have wheels, while the average steam cleaner does.
No carry handle
Shark S8201UKDB does not have a carry handle, while the average steam cleaner does.
876.8 mm taller
Shark S8201UKDB is taller than the average steam cleaner (1206.8 mm vs 330 mm).
No safety valve / cap
Shark S8201UKDB does not have a safety valve or safety cap, while the average steam cleaner does.
No child safety lock
Shark S8201UKDB does not have a child safety lock, while the average steam cleaner does.
No upholstery / fabric tool
Shark S8201UKDB 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 S8201UKDB does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner does.
450 ml smaller water tank capacity
Shark S8201UKDB has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (350 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 S8201UKDB has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (350 ml vs 800 ml).350 ml vs 800 ml
Not suitable for upholstery and fabrics
Shark S8201UKDB 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 S8201UKDB is not suitable for upholstery and fabrics, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
Not suitable for grout
Shark S8201UKDB 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 S8201UKDB is not suitable for grout, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
Cannot steam garments
Shark S8201UKDB 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 S8201UKDB cannot steam garments, while the average steam cleaner can do this.
2.03 m shorter action radius
Shark S8201UKDB has a shorter action radius than the average steam cleaner (5.2 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 S8201UKDB has a shorter action radius than the average steam cleaner (5.2 m vs 7.21 m).5.18 m vs 7.21 m
No safety valve / cap
Shark S8201UKDB 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 S8201UKDB does not have a safety valve or safety cap, while the average steam cleaner does.
No child safety lock
Shark S8201UKDB does not have a child safety lock, while the average steam cleaner does.
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
Shark S8201UKDB does not have a child safety lock, while the average steam cleaner does.

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Shark S8201UKDB?

Rotating Power Pads: Dual rotating pads scrub automatically, making it easy to glide across floors and lift stuck-on dirt and grime.
Steam Blaster Mode: Delivers an extra targeted blast of steam to tackle highly stubborn stains.
Effortless to Use: Lightweight design that requires less physical effort to push around compared to traditional mops.
Sanitisation: Removes up to 99.9% of household germs and bacteria using only water (chemical-free).
Versatility & Value: Works on all sealed hard floors (wood, tile, marble, stone, etc.) and usually comes with spare, machine-washable pads.
Convenience Features: Features a long 8-metre power cord, LED headlights to illuminate dirt, and an easily removable water tank.

What customers dislike about Shark S8201UKDB?

Hard Floors Only: Not suitable for carpets or rugs.
Price Point: Can be more expensive than basic, standard steam mops on the market.
Pad Saturation: For homes with very large hard floor areas, the mopping pads can get dirty or saturated quickly and may require changing mid-clean.

Expert reviews

trustedreviews.com

06/03/2025

Summary of the review

⁠Trusted Reviews: Shark Steam & Scrub Automatic Steam Mop S8201UK Review

The Trusted Reviews analysis of the Shark Steam & Scrub Automatic Steam Mop S8201UK highlights its ability to efficiently clean and sanitize hard floors using only water, featuring a Steam Blaster mode for stubborn grime. While praised for its ease of use and effective stain removal, the mop is limited by its inability to vacuum solid debris and requires manual cleaning of the rotating pads.

thesun.co.uk

17/12/2025

Summary of the review

I tried the Shark Steam and Scrub mop - The Sun

The Shark Steam & Scrub Automatic Steam Mop is deemed highly effective, with the review from The Sun highlighting its ability to significantly reduce cleaning time and effort on hard floors. Key advantages include self-steering navigation, fast-drying performance, and durable, machine-washable pads, while limitations include a high price point, specific pad care instructions, and the inability to pick up loose debris.

the-ambient.com

12/03/2025

Summary of the review

Shark Steam & Scrub Automatic Steam Mop review

The Ambient's review highlights the Shark Steam & Scrub Automatic Steam Mop as a capable cleaner featuring dual-rotating microfiber pads, three steam settings, and a low-profile design that lays flat, making it highly effective for removing stains. While praised for removing the need for manual scrubbing, the review notes the mop cannot pick up solid debris, requiring a pre-vacuum, and struggles to clean tight corners due to its round pad design.

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