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Shark HZ500EU Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:0.3 LWeight:3.9 kg

Shark HZ500EU 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.

6.7

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the vacuum cleaner's quality, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best vacuum cleaners on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

80%

6.7

Technical Score

20%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 54% of vacuum-cleaners
6.7

Technical Score

Technical score
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components

28%

7.5

Performance

22%

4.9

Battery

18%

7.4

Filtration

14%

8.1

Attachments

10%

6.7

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

â–²Better than 58% of vacuum-cleaners
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £180
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Verdict

The Shark HZ500EU is a 450-watt bagless corded stick vacuum cleaner weighing 3.9 kg, equipped with a 10-meter power cord and a 0.4-liter dust container. Its standout characteristics include the DuoClean floorhead for seamless transitions between carpets and hard floors, Anti Hair Wrap technology to actively clear tangled bristles, an integrated HEPA filtration system, and a flexible Flexology wand that bends to reach under low furniture and folds for compact storage. Main pros include continuous power delivery with an extensive 11-meter cleaning reach, bright LED headlights to illuminate hidden dirt, and the versatility to convert into a lightweight handheld unit. However, notable cons include its relatively heavy handheld feel and a small 0.4-liter dustbin capacity that requires frequent emptying during deep cleans.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Shark HZ500EU

Technical Score
Technical score
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

28%

7.5

Performance

22%

4.9

Battery

18%

7.4

Filtration

14%

8.1

Attachments

10%

6.7

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

6.7
Shark HZ500EU has a technical score of 6.7 points, which is higher than 58.4% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% 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 the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you prefer a vacuum cleaner that has been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Shark HZ500EU has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
1.0
Shark HZ500EU has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the vacuum cleaner's overall score with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a vacuum cleaner with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components:

60%

6.7

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

7.6
Shark HZ500EU has a value-for-money score of 7.6 points, which is higher than 39.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
450 W
Power consumption
450 W
â–² Better than 61% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 450 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 60.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.2% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery voltage
N/A
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Filter class
hepa
Filter class
hepa
â–¼ Worse than 38% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class hepa, which is more advanced than the class used by 16% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 46% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
99.95%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.95%
â–¼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.95% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 32% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 26.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
â–² Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
0.3 L
Capacity
0.3 L
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.3 L, which is smaller than that of 96% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
â–² Better than 21% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses a bagless design. 78.6% of vacuum cleaners use this setup.
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Main brush type
soft roller
Roller type
multi-surface
Anti-tangle brush
yes
Anti-tangle brush
yes
â–² Better than 74% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle brush. 25.7% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
Mini motorized brush
no
Mini motorized brush
no
â–¼ Worse than 27% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a mini motorized brush. 26.9% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
Suitable for pet owners
yes
Suitable for pet owners
yes
â–² Better than 28% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
stick
Weight
3.9 kg
Weight
3.9 kg
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 3.9 kg, which is greater than the weight of 54.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.9% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
yes
2-in-1 design
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This vacuum cleaner offers a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
no
Self-standing
no
â–¼ Worse than 19% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not stand on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
no
Adjustable tube height
no
â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include adjustable tube height. 47.4% of vacuum cleaners offer this ergonomic feature.
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Auto suction adjustment
no
Auto suction adjustment
no
â–¼ Worse than 20% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
no
Dust particle sensor
no
â–¼ Worse than 8% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
no
LED display
no
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
yes
Nozzle light
yes
â–² Better than 57% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
no
Mopping support
no
â–¼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Shark HZ500EU vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • Includes anti-tangle brush
    Anti-tangle brush
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 3.5 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    10 m
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner 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
    Nozzle light
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes foldable tube
    Foldable tube
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a foldable tube, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 150 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    450 W
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (450 W vs 600 W).
    450 W vs 600 W
  • 150 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    450 W
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (450 W vs 600 W).
    450 W vs 600 W
  • 3.5 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    10 m
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (10 m vs 6.5 m).
    10 m vs 6.5 m
  • Includes anti-tangle brush
    Anti-tangle brush
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes foldable tube
    Foldable tube
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a foldable tube, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 0.7 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.3 L
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.3 L vs 1 L).
    0.3 L vs 1 L
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    80-80 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 145 mm deeper body
    Depth
    410 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (410 mm vs 265 mm).
    410 mm vs 265 mm
  • 80 mm taller body
    Height
    1,180 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1180 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,180 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 7.7% higher weight
    Weight
    3.9 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (3.9 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    3.9 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    80-80 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 0.7 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.3 L
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.3 L vs 1 L).
    0.3 L vs 1 L
  • 145 mm deeper body
    Depth
    410 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (410 mm vs 265 mm).
    410 mm vs 265 mm
  • 80 mm taller body
    Height
    1,180 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1180 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,180 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 7.7% higher weight
    Weight
    3.9 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (3.9 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    3.9 kg vs 3.62 kg

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Shark HZ500EU?

  • Strong suction power that effectively lifts deep-down dirt and refreshes carpets
  • DuoClean floorhead smoothly transitions between hard floors and carpets without changing attachments
  • Generous 10-metre power cord allows for a wide cleaning radius with fewer plug changes
  • Flexology wand bends easily to reach under low furniture and folds completely for compact storage
  • Anti-hair wrap technology successfully reduces hair tangles around the brush rolls
  • Converts easily into a lightweight handheld unit for stairs, upholstery, and cars
  • Operates at a relatively quiet and unobtrusive noise level during use
  • Bright LED headlights on the floorhead clearly illuminate hidden dust and debris

What customers dislike about Shark HZ500EU?

  • Small 0.3-litre dust container capacity requires frequent emptying during larger cleaning sessions
  • Can feel top-heavy and physically tiring to push, especially on thicker carpets
  • The long power cord can occasionally get tangled or wrapped around furniture while cleaning
  • Lacks multiple manual power/suction adjustments, operating on restricted pre-set modes
  • Struggles to maneuver as fluidly on deep-pile carpets compared to lighter cordless stick models

Expert reviews

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goodto.com
30/09/2022
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expertreviews.co.uk
29/11/2022
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