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Avg. price:~£150Heat-up time:20 secondsPower rating:1120 WWeight: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.

5.9

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

80%

5.9

Technical Score

20%

?

User score

▼Worse than 98% of steam-cleaners
5.9

Technical Score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

28%

5.5

Performance

24%

5.9

Tank

21%

7.0

Versatility

10%

4.2

Accessories

9%

7.5

Design

8%

4.7

Safety

▼Worse than 90% of steam-cleaners
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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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

Technical Score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components:

28%

5.5

Performance

24%

5.9

Tank

21%

7.0

Versatility

10%

4.2

Accessories

9%

7.5

Design

8%

4.7

Safety

5.9
Shark S8201UKDB has a technical score of 5.9 points, which is lower than 89.5% of products in this category.
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Shark S8201UKDB has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 86.7% of products in this category.
1.0
Shark S8201UKDB has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 86.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components:

60%

5.9

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

7.1
Shark S8201UKDB has a value-for-money score of 7.1 points, which is lower than 93% of products in this category.
Steam pressure
N/A
Steam temperature
100 °C
Steam temperature
100 °C
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <95 °C – >160 °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
?
Heat-up time
20 seconds
Heat-up time
20 seconds
▲ Better than 83% of models
Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
This steam cleaner has a heat-up time of 20 seconds, which is shorter than that of 83.2% of steam cleaners and matches that of 6.3% of steam cleaners.
Continuous steam time
11.5 minutes
Continuous steam time
11.5 minutes
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <11.5 minutes – >50 minutes
This steam cleaner has a continuous steam time of 11.5 minutes, which is shorter than that of 87.9% of steam cleaners and matches that of 1.5% of steam cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
▼ Worse than 4% of models
This steam cleaner is corded only, unlike 4.2% of steam cleaners.
Action radius
5.18 m
Action radius
5.18 m
▼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
This steam cleaner has an action radius of 5.18 m, which is shorter than that of 85.8% of steam cleaners and matches that of 0.8% of steam cleaners.
Stainless steel boiler
no
Stainless steel boiler
no
▼ Worse than 23% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a stainless steel boiler, unlike 22.5% of steam cleaners.
Power rating
1,120 W
Power rating
1,120 W
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
This steam cleaner has a power rating of 1,120 W, which is lower than that of 88.8% of steam cleaners and matches that of 1.4% of steam cleaners.
Water tank capacity
350 ml
Water tank capacity
350 ml
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k 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
▲ Better than 8% of models
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
▼ Worse than 18% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a convertible handheld design, unlike 18.2% of steam cleaners.
Steam vacuum function
no
Steam vacuum function
no
▼ Worse than 13% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a steam vacuum function, unlike 12.6% of steam cleaners.
Floor nozzle type
Floor head
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Accessory count
6
Accessory count
6
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <4 – >17
This steam cleaner includes 6 accessories, which is fewer than the number included with 70.4% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 2.1% of steam cleaners.
Mop pads included
4
Mop pads included
4
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <0 – >2
This steam cleaner includes 4 mop pads, which is more than the number included with 97.9% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 2.1% of steam cleaners.
Carpet glider included
no
Carpet glider included
no
▼ Worse than 31% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a carpet glider, unlike 31.5% of steam cleaners.
Extension tubes / wands
no
Extension tubes / wands
no
▼ Worse than 57% of models
This steam cleaner does not have extension tubes or wands, unlike 56.6% of steam cleaners.
Extension hose
no
Extension hose
no
▼ Worse than 20% of models
This steam cleaner does not have an extension hose, unlike 19.6% of steam cleaners.
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Wheels
no
Wheels
no
▼ Worse than 56% of models
This steam cleaner does not have wheels, unlike 55.9% of steam cleaners.
Volume
?
Weight
4 kg
Weight
4 kg
▼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <1.18 kg – >7 kg
This steam cleaner weighs 4 kg, which is heavier than 50.4% of steam cleaners and the same weight as 9.8% of steam cleaners.
Width
?
Height
1,206.8 mm
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Child safety lock
no
Child safety lock
no
▼ Worse than 60% of models
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
▼ Worse than 61% of models
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
▼ Worse than 13% of models
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
▼ Worse than 27% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a trigger lock for continuous steam, unlike 26.6% of steam cleaners.
Descaling system
no
Descaling system
no
▼ Worse than 26% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a descaling system, unlike 25.9% of steam cleaners.
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Shark S8201UKDB vs the average steam cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceTankVersatilityAccessoriesDesignSafety
  • Detachable water tank
    Detachable water tank
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This steam cleaner has a detachable water tank, while the average steam cleaner does not have a detachable water tank.
  • Includes rotating / motorized pads
    Rotating / motorized pads
    yes
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    This steam cleaner has rotating or motorized pads, while the average steam cleaner does not have rotating or motorized pads.
  • 130 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    20 seconds
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (20 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    20 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • 2 years newer
    Release date
    2025
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This steam cleaner was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.
    2,025 vs 2,018
  • 3 more mop pads
    Mop pads included
    4
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <0 – >2
    This steam cleaner includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (4 vs 1).
    4 vs 1
  • 7.3 cm wider cleaning width
    Cleaning width
    37.8 cm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <27 cm – >37.8 cm
    This steam cleaner has a wider cleaning width than the average steam cleaner (37.8 cm vs 30.5 cm).
    37.8 cm vs 30.5 cm
  • 1 more steam levels
    Steam levels
    3
    ▲ Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <2 – >5
    This steam cleaner offers more steam levels than the average steam cleaner (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 0.18 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    5.18 m
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <4 m – >7.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (5.2 m vs 5 m).
    5.18 m vs 5 m
  • 130 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    20 seconds
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (20 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    20 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • 1 more steam levels
    Steam levels
    3
    ▲ Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <2 – >5
    This steam cleaner offers more steam levels than the average steam cleaner (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • Detachable water tank
    Detachable water tank
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This steam cleaner has a detachable water tank, while the average steam cleaner does not have a detachable water tank.
  • 0.18 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    5.18 m
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <4 m – >7.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (5.2 m vs 5 m).
    5.18 m vs 5 m
  • Includes rotating / motorized pads
    Rotating / motorized pads
    yes
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    This steam cleaner has rotating or motorized pads, while the average steam cleaner does not have rotating or motorized pads.
  • 7.3 cm wider cleaning width
    Cleaning width
    37.8 cm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <27 cm – >37.8 cm
    This steam cleaner has a wider cleaning width than the average steam cleaner (37.8 cm vs 30.5 cm).
    37.8 cm vs 30.5 cm
  • 3 more mop pads
    Mop pads included
    4
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <0 – >2
    This steam cleaner includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (4 vs 1).
    4 vs 1
  • 2 years newer
    Release date
    2025
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This steam cleaner was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.
    2,025 vs 2,018
  • 35 °C lower steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    100 °C
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >160 °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
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    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
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    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
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k 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
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    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
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    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
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    This steam cleaner cannot steam garments, while the average steam cleaner can do this.
  • No safety valve / cap
    Safety valve / safety cap
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a safety valve or safety cap, while the average steam cleaner has a safety valve or safety cap.
  • 7.51x less popular
    Shark S8201UKDB is less popular than the average steam cleaner (1 vs 7.5).
    1 vs 7.51
  • 12.9% worse value for money
    Shark S8201UKDB offers worse value for money than the average steam cleaner (7.06 vs 8).
    7.06 vs 7.97
  • 0% lower 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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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Shark S8201UKDB
    the average steam cleaner
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Shark S8201UKDB has a lower user score than the average steam cleaner (8.00 vs 8.004).
    8 vs 8
  • 15.4% more expensive
    Shark S8201UKDB is more expensive than the average steam cleaner (£150 vs £130).
    £150 vs £130
  • 35 °C lower steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    100 °C
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >160 °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
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    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
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have an on-demand steam trigger, while the average steam cleaner has an on-demand steam trigger.
  • 8.5 minutes shorter continuous steam time
    Continuous steam time
    11.5 minutes
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <11.5 minutes – >50 minutes
    This steam cleaner has a shorter continuous steam time than the average steam cleaner (11.5 minutes vs 20 minutes).
    11.5 minutes vs 20 minutes
  • 450 ml smaller water tank capacity
    Water tank capacity
    350 ml
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k 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
  • 1.82 m shorter action radius
    Action radius
    5.18 m
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a shorter action radius than the average steam cleaner (5.2 m vs 7 m).
    5.18 m vs 7 m
  • 380 W lower power rating
    Power rating
    1,120 W
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
    This steam cleaner has a lower power rating than the average steam cleaner (1120 W vs 1500 W).
    1,120 W vs 1,500 W
  • Not suitable for upholstery and fabrics
    Suitable for upholstery / fabrics
    no
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    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
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    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
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    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
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    This steam cleaner is not suitable for glass and windows, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • No upholstery / fabric tool
    Upholstery / fabric tool
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    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
    ▼ Worse than 57% of models
    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
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have detail brushes, while the average steam cleaner has detail brushes.
  • No jet nozzle
    Jet nozzle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    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
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a scraper or grout tool, while the average steam cleaner has a scraper or grout tool.
  • 3 fewer accessories
    Accessory count
    6
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <4 – >17
    This steam cleaner includes fewer accessories than the average steam cleaner (6 vs 9).
    6 vs 9
  • No wheels
    Wheels
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have wheels, while the average steam cleaner has wheels.
  • No carry handle
    Carry handle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 87% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a carry handle, while the average steam cleaner has a carry handle.
  • 2.3% heavier
    Weight
    4 kg
    ▼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <1.18 kg – >7 kg
    40% heavier: this steam cleaner is heavier than the average steam cleaner (4 kg vs 3.91 kg).
    4 kg vs 3.91 kg
  • No safety valve / cap
    Safety valve / safety cap
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    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
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    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

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

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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trustedreviews.com
06/03/2025
Summary of the review
⁠Trusted Reviews: Shark Steam & Scrub Automatic Steam Mop S8201UK Review
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thesun.co.uk
17/12/2025
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I tried the Shark Steam and Scrub mop - The Sun
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the-ambient.com
12/03/2025
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