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Shark HZ500UKT Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£200
Avg. price in US: ~$260
Suction power (AW): ?
Battery runtime: N/A minutes
Capacity: 0.3 L
Weight: 3.9 kg

Shark HZ500UKT review. Compare 52 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Vacuum Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

7.5

Very good

7.0

Very good

9.3

Exceptional

5.1
Hard floors
Score components:
30.0%
4.0
Mopping support
25.0%
7.3
Weight
20.0%
5.9
Noise level (Min-Max)
15.0%
1.0
Capacity
10.0%
7.0
Power consumption
5.5
Pet homes
Score components:
30.0%
4.0
Mini motorized brush
25.0%
10
Anti-tangle brush
20.0%
1.0
Capacity
15.0%
5.9
Noise level (Min-Max)
10.0%
7.3
Weight

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The Shark HZ500UKT is a bagless, corded stick vacuum cleaner designed for pet owners, featuring a 450W motor, a 10m power cord, and a 0.3L dust cup capacity. Its main characteristics include a DuoClean floorhead with dual brush rolls for seamless transitions between hard floors and carpets, integrated Anti Hair Wrap technology to prevent hair tangles, and a flexible Flexology wand that bends to reach under low furniture and folds for compact storage. Additional pros include an Anti-Allergen Complete Seal that traps 99.9% of dust, useful LED headlights, and a conversion option into a handheld unit with a dedicated pet tool, crevice tool, and upholstery attachment. However, notable cons include its small 0.3L dust capacity that requires frequent emptying, its 4.4kg weight making it heavy for a stick vacuum, and a fixed handle length that lacks height adjustment.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Shark HZ500UKT

Overall score

7.5

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.

When it matters: When you prefer a vacuum cleaner that has been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.

Performance

8.2

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Suction power (AW)

What it is: A measure of usable suction output in air watts, combining airflow and pressure into one cleaning-power figure.

When it matters: When you want the clearest single number for overall cleaning power on carpets and stubborn debris.

Importance: HIGH

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Suction power (kPa)

What it is: The maximum suction pressure the vacuum can generate, expressed in kilopascals.

When it matters: When you compare how strongly different vacuums can pull dirt from seams, rugs, and tight surfaces.

Importance: HIGH

?

Airflow

What it is: The volume of air the vacuum moves during operation, which helps indicate how effectively debris can be carried into the dust container.

When it matters: When you want better pickup of lighter debris such as dust, crumbs, and hair across larger floor areas.

Importance: HIGH

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Motor type

What it is: The motor design used to drive suction, such as brushless or universal construction.

When it matters: When you care about motor durability, efficiency, and how modern the vacuum drive system is.

Importance: LOW

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Power consumption

What it is: The amount of electrical power the vacuum draws while operating, measured in watts.

When it matters: When you want to limit electricity use or compare efficiency between vacuums with similar cleaning power.

Importance: LOW

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Battery

5.4

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Cordless

What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum can run without being connected to a power cable.

When it matters: When you want to move quickly between rooms, stairs, or cars without trailing a power cord.

Importance: MEDIUM

Battery runtime

What it is: The maximum operating time the vacuum can deliver on a full charge in standard use.

When it matters: When you want to finish your normal cleaning routine on one charge.

Importance: HIGH

N/A

Charging time

What it is: The time required to recharge the battery from empty to full.

When it matters: When you need the vacuum ready again quickly after a short cleaning session.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Battery capacity

What it is: The total amount of energy or charge the battery can store before recharging is needed.

When it matters: When you want a rough idea of how much stored energy the battery pack holds.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Battery voltage

What it is: The nominal electrical voltage supplied by the battery pack.

When it matters: When you compare cordless models and want another clue about battery system strength.

Importance: LOW

N/A

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Filtration

7.8

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Filter class

What it is: The filtration standard or class used to describe how finely the vacuum filters outgoing air.

When it matters: When you care about capturing finer dust and keeping the exhaust air cleaner.

Importance: MEDIUM

Minimum overall efficiency

What it is: The minimum particle retention efficiency implied by the stated filter grade.

When it matters: When you want a clearer view of how much fine particulate the filter grade can block at minimum.

Importance: MEDIUM

Suitable for allergy sufferers

What it is: Indicates whether the filtration setup is strong enough to make the vacuum more appropriate for allergy-sensitive homes.

When it matters: When someone at home reacts badly to dust and you want a safer filtration setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

Capacity

What it is: The amount of dust or debris the container or bag can hold before it needs to be emptied or replaced.

When it matters: When you want to empty the dust container less often during bigger cleaning jobs.

Importance: MEDIUM

Bagless

What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum collects dirt in a reusable dust container instead of disposable bags.

When it matters: When you prefer not to buy replacement bags and want to empty a reusable bin instead.

Importance: LOW

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Attachments

7.5

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Main brush type

What it is: The construction style of the main floor brush that makes primary contact with the surface being cleaned.

When it matters: When you need the floor head design to match your mix of carpets and hard floors.

Importance: LOW

soft roller

Roller type

What it is: The roller material or profile used to move across the floor and lift debris.

When it matters: When you want the contact surface to suit delicate floors, embedded dirt, or hair pickup better.

Importance: LOW

multi-surface

Anti-tangle brush

What it is: A brush design intended to reduce hair wrapping and tangling around the roller.

When it matters: When long hair regularly wraps around the brush and you want less manual cleaning.

Importance: LOW

Mini motorized brush

What it is: A small powered cleaning head intended for upholstery, stairs, and concentrated dirt or pet hair.

When it matters: When you clean sofas, stairs, or pet beds where a powered small head works better than a standard nozzle.

Importance: LOW

Suitable for pet owners

What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum is especially suited to homes where pet hair is a regular cleaning concern.

When it matters: When pet hair is one of the main reasons you are buying a vacuum in the first place.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Design

6.7

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Vacuum type

What it is: Identifies the vacuum's overall form factor, such as stick, canister, upright, handheld, or wet-dry.

When it matters: When storage, maneuverability, and your usual cleaning jobs matter more than raw suction numbers.

Importance: LOW

stick

Weight

What it is: The total mass of the vacuum cleaner, which affects carrying comfort and ease of use.

When it matters: When you carry the vacuum upstairs, around the house, or use it for longer sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

2-in-1 design

What it is: A design that allows the vacuum to be used in two form factors, typically as a stick unit and a handheld unit.

When it matters: When you want one machine to handle both floors and quick handheld jobs.

Importance: LOW

Self-standing

What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum can remain upright on its own without being leaned against support.

When it matters: When you want to pause mid-clean without laying the vacuum on the floor or wall.

Importance: LOW

Adjustable tube height

What it is: Indicates whether the tube length can be adjusted to change reach and handling height.

When it matters: When different users share the vacuum or you want a more comfortable reach.

Importance: LOW

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Smart features

5.2

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Auto suction adjustment

What it is: A function that changes suction automatically based on floor type or detected dirt load.

When it matters: When you want the vacuum to react by itself as you move between floor types or dirt levels.

Importance: LOW

Dust particle sensor

What it is: A sensor that monitors fine debris levels to inform or automate cleaning behavior.

When it matters: When you want extra feedback in dusty rooms instead of relying only on what you can see.

Importance: LOW

LED display

What it is: A built-in illuminated display used to show status information such as battery, mode, or alerts.

When it matters: When you want cleaner status feedback for battery, mode, and warnings at a glance.

Importance: LOW

Nozzle light

What it is: A light built into the cleaning head to improve visibility in dark areas under furniture or along edges.

When it matters: When you vacuum under beds, sofas, or dark corners where hidden dust is easy to miss.

Importance: LOW

Mopping support

What it is: Indicates whether the appliance can also wipe or mop surfaces in addition to vacuuming.

When it matters: When you want one appliance to handle both dry vacuuming and light floor wiping.

Importance: LOW

Shark HZ500UKT vs the average vacuum cleaner

Why is Shark HZ500UKT better than the average vacuum cleaner?

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Includes anti-tangle brush
Shark HZ500UKT includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
What it is: A brush design intended to reduce hair wrapping and tangling around the roller.
When it matters: When long hair regularly wraps around the brush and you want less manual cleaning.
Importance: LOW
Shark HZ500UKT includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
Higher filter class
Shark HZ500UKT uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 12 vs hepa).
What it is: The filtration standard or class used to describe how finely the vacuum filters outgoing air.
When it matters: When you care about capturing finer dust and keeping the exhaust air cleaner.
Importance: MEDIUM
Shark HZ500UKT uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 12 vs hepa).hepa 12 vs hepa
3.5 m longer power cord
Shark HZ500UKT has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (10 m vs 6.5 m).
What it is: The physical length of the mains cable supplied for corded use.
When it matters: When you clean larger rooms with a corded model and want fewer outlet changes.
Importance: LOW
Shark HZ500UKT has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (10 m vs 6.5 m).10 m vs 6.5 m
Includes nozzle light
Shark HZ500UKT includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
What it is: A light built into the cleaning head to improve visibility in dark areas under furniture or along edges.
When it matters: When you vacuum under beds, sofas, or dark corners where hidden dust is easy to miss.
Importance: LOW
Shark HZ500UKT includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
Includes foldable tube
Shark HZ500UKT includes a foldable tube, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
What it is: Indicates whether the tube can be folded to make storage or under-furniture cleaning easier.
When it matters: When storage space is tight or you need easier access under low furniture.
Importance: LOW
Shark HZ500UKT includes a foldable tube, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
16.2% higher user score
Shark HZ500UKT has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (9.3 vs 8).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters: When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Shark HZ500UKT has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (9.3 vs 8).9.3 vs 8
150 W lower power draw
Shark HZ500UKT draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (450 W vs 600 W).
What it is: The amount of electrical power the vacuum draws while operating, measured in watts.
When it matters: When you want to limit electricity use or compare efficiency between vacuums with similar cleaning power.
Importance: LOW
Shark HZ500UKT draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (450 W vs 600 W).450 W vs 600 W
150 W lower power draw
Shark HZ500UKT draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (450 W vs 600 W).
3.5 m longer power cord
Shark HZ500UKT has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (10 m vs 6.5 m).
Higher filter class
Shark HZ500UKT uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 12 vs hepa).
Includes anti-tangle brush
Shark HZ500UKT includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
Includes foldable tube
Shark HZ500UKT includes a foldable tube, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
Includes nozzle light
Shark HZ500UKT includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.

Why is Shark HZ500UKT worse than the average vacuum cleaner?

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Louder operation
Shark HZ500UKT is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
0.7 L smaller dust bin
Shark HZ500UKT has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.3 L vs 1 L).
0.45 % lower filtration
Shark HZ500UKT has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.5% vs 99.95%).
No upholstery nozzle
Shark HZ500UKT does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
145 mm deeper body
Shark HZ500UKT is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (410 mm vs 265 mm).
70 mm taller body
Shark HZ500UKT is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1180 mm vs 1110 mm).
10.8% higher weight
Shark HZ500UKT is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (3.9 kg vs 3.52 kg).
0.7 L smaller dust bin
Shark HZ500UKT has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.3 L vs 1 L).
What it is: The amount of dust or debris the container or bag can hold before it needs to be emptied or replaced.
When it matters: When you want to empty the dust container less often during bigger cleaning jobs.
Importance: MEDIUM
Shark HZ500UKT has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.3 L vs 1 L).0.3 L vs 1 L
Louder operation
Shark HZ500UKT is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
What it is: The operating sound range of the vacuum across its available modes, measured in decibels.
When it matters: When you clean in apartments, around children, or at night and want a quieter machine.
Importance: HIGH
Shark HZ500UKT is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
0.45 % lower filtration
Shark HZ500UKT has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.5% vs 99.95%).
What it is: The minimum particle retention efficiency implied by the stated filter grade.
When it matters: When you want a clearer view of how much fine particulate the filter grade can block at minimum.
Importance: MEDIUM
Shark HZ500UKT has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.5% vs 99.95%).99.5 % vs 99.95 %
No upholstery nozzle
Shark HZ500UKT does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
What it is: A nozzle attachment shaped for cleaning fabric surfaces such as sofas, chairs, or mattresses.
When it matters: When fabric chairs, sofas, or mattresses need regular cleaning instead of just floors.
Importance: LOW
Shark HZ500UKT does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
145 mm deeper body
Shark HZ500UKT is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (410 mm vs 265 mm).
What it is: The front-to-back measurement of the vacuum body or main assembly.
When it matters: When front-to-back size affects where the vacuum can be stored or parked.
Importance: LOW
Shark HZ500UKT is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (410 mm vs 265 mm).410 mm vs 265 mm
10.8% higher weight
Shark HZ500UKT is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (3.9 kg vs 3.52 kg).
What it is: The total mass of the vacuum cleaner, which affects carrying comfort and ease of use.
When it matters: When you carry the vacuum upstairs, around the house, or use it for longer sessions.
Importance: MEDIUM
Shark HZ500UKT is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (3.9 kg vs 3.52 kg).3.9 kg vs 3.52 kg
70 mm taller body
Shark HZ500UKT is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1180 mm vs 1110 mm).
What it is: The vertical size of the vacuum when measured in its assembled or standing form.
When it matters: When upright storage height or fit inside cupboards matters in your home.
Importance: LOW
Shark HZ500UKT is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1180 mm vs 1110 mm).1180 mm vs 1110 mm
33.3% more expensive
Shark HZ500UKT is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£200 vs £150).
Shark HZ500UKT is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£200 vs £150).£200 vs £150

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United Kingdom

(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

What customers like about Shark HZ500UKT?

Strong suction power that effectively picks up dirt and embedded debris
Anti-Hair Wrap technology successfully prevents hair from tangling around the brush roll
DuoClean floorhead allows seamless transitions between carpets and hard floors without changing parts
Flexology wand bends easily to reach underneath low furniture and folds for compact storage
Extra-long 10-metre power cord provides an extensive cleaning reach without switching plugs
Converts effortlessly into a lightweight handheld vacuum for stairs, sofas, and car interiors
TruePet tool is highly efficient at removing stubborn pet hair from upholstery
Equipped with bright LED headlights on the floorhead to illuminate hidden dust in dark areas

What customers dislike about Shark HZ500UKT?

Small 0.3-litre dust container capacity requires frequent emptying during use
Top-heavy design can place strain on the user's wrist and feel heavy during extended cleaning sessions
Main floorhead struggles on thick pile carpets and deep rugs, occasionally jamming or getting bogged down
Manoeuvrability feels stiff and restricted on carpets compared to lighter cordless stick alternatives
Fixed handle length lacks height adjustment, which can be uncomfortable for taller or shorter users
Filters clog quickly with fine dust, necessitating regular washing and maintenance to prevent suction loss

Expert reviews

expertreviews.co.uk

29/11/2022

Summary of the review

Shark Anti Hair Wrap with Flexology and TruePet HZ500UKT review

The Shark Anti Hair Wrap with Flexology and TruePet (HZ500UKT) is a corded stick vacuum offering consistent power, a 10m cord, and a flexible design for reaching under furniture. Key advantages include the DuoClean floor head, which transitions between floor types without changing heads, and effective Anti Hair Wrap technology that keeps the main brush roll clean. However, the vacuum is top-heavy, requires manual toggling for floor settings, and the included TruePet attachment lacks the anti-hair-wrap feature.

expertreviews.co.uk

23/03/2024

Summary of the review

The Shark HZ500UKT vacuum cleaner is going cheap in the Amazon Spring Sale

The Shark HZ500UKT is a highly capable corded stick vacuum offering exceptional cleaning performance on carpets and hard floors, featuring DuoClean technology, Anti Hair Wrap, and a flexible Flexology wand for easy storage. While delivering strong performance, the review notes limitations including restricted movement due to its corded design, a 10-meter cable that tangles easily, and a small 300ml bin requiring frequent emptying. The device is highly recommended as a cost-effective alternative to high-end cordless models, particularly at its reduced sale price.

expertreviews.co.uk

02/12/2024

Summary of the review

Best Shark vacuum cleaner 2025: Recommended models we’ve tested

According to Expert Reviews, Shark vacuum cleaners are praised for their strong suction and value, with the Shark IZ300UKT highlighted for its exceptional cleaning performance. A key advantage is the DuoClean floor head with PowerFins, which excels at agitating deep carpets and cleaning debris in a single pass, although the machines can be heavier and bulkier than competitors. For the full roundup, visit Expert Reviews.

expertreviews.co.uk

29 de noviembre de 2022

Summary of the review

Shark Anti Hair Wrap with Flexology and TruePet HZ500UKT Review

The Shark Anti Hair Wrap with Flexology and TruePet (HZ500UKT) is a highly effective corded stick vacuum, offering superior, non-stop cleaning power with an innovative DuoClean floorhead for seamless surface transitions and Anti Hair Wrap technology that actively prevents tangles. Its articulating Flexology wand allows for easy cleaning under furniture and compact storage, though the heavy floorhead can be stiff on thick carpets and the included TruePet tool requires manual cleaning of pet hair.

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