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Avg. price:~£530Suction power (AW):150 AWBattery runtime:60 minutesCapacity:0.47 LWeight:3.2 kg

Shark IA3246UKTGN 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.

8.0

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 10
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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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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

80%

8.0

Technical Score

20%

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User score

★Better than 90% of vacuum-cleaners
8.0

Technical Score

Technical score
8.0/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components

28%

7.1

Performance

22%

8.1

Battery

18%

8.1

Filtration

14%

9.2

Attachments

10%

7.3

Design

8%

9.4

Smart features

â–²Better than 89% of vacuum-cleaners
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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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%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Verdict

The Shark PowerDetect Speed Clean and Empty Pet Pro (IA3241UKT/IA3246UKTGN series) is an 18V cordless stick vacuum cleaner delivering 150 aW of suction power and weighing 3.2 kg. Main characteristics include a 0.5-litre on-board dust cup, an auto-empty charging dock that stores debris hands-free for up to 45 days, a HEPA filtration system, a flexible Flexology wand for reaching under furniture, and a self-cleaning brush-roll. Key pros feature up to 60 minutes of battery runtime (in Eco mode), a precision cyan Reveal beam to illuminate hidden dust, and 4 PowerDetect technologies that auto-adjust power based on floor type, edges, dirt levels, and forward/reverse cleaning direction. However, notable cons include a prolonged 5-hour battery recharge time and a small 0.5-litre on-board capacity that relies heavily on the auto-empty dock for frequent emptying.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Shark IA3246UKTGN

Technical Score
Technical score
8.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components:

28%

7.1

Performance

22%

8.1

Battery

18%

8.1

Filtration

14%

9.2

Attachments

10%

7.3

Design

8%

9.4

Smart features

8.0
Shark IA3246UKTGN has a technical score of 8 points, which is higher than 89.2% 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%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Shark IA3246UKTGN has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
1.0
Shark IA3246UKTGN has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.9/ 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–² Better than 67% of models
Score components:

60%

8.0

Overall score

40%

7.7

Price

7.9
Shark IA3246UKTGN has a value-for-money score of 7.9 points, which is higher than 66.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
150 AW
Suction power (AW)
150 AW
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 150 AW, which is higher than that of 43.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 11.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
digital
Power consumption
350 W
Power consumption
350 W
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 350 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 71.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
yes
Cordless
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
60 minutes
Battery runtime
60 minutes
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 60 minutes, which is longer than that of 62.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 22.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
5 hours
Charging time
5 hours
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 5 hours, which is slower than 73.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 20.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
3,750 mAh
Battery capacity
3,750 mAh
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 3,750 mAh, which is larger than that of 90.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
18 V
Battery voltage
18 V
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 18 V, which is lower than that of 79.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 16% of vacuum cleaners.
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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
99.97%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.97%
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.97% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 59.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 19.4% 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
0.47 L
Capacity
0.47 L
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.47 L, which is smaller than that of 87.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.4% 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
yes
Mini motorized brush
yes
â–² Better than 73% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes 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
3.2 kg
Weight
3.2 kg
â–² Better than 56% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 3.2 kg, which is lower than the weight of 56.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.8% 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
yes
Auto suction adjustment
yes
â–² Better than 80% of models
This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
yes
Dust particle sensor
yes
★ Better than 92% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
yes
LED display
yes
â–² Better than 74% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes 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 IA3246UKTGN vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 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.
  • 1,250 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,750 mAh
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (3750 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    3,750 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes dust particle sensor
    Dust particle sensor
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a dust particle sensor, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 10 minutes longer runtime
    Battery runtime
    60 minutes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (60 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    60 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 1 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    3
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 250 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    350 W
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (350 W vs 600 W).
    350 W vs 600 W
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 1,250 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,750 mAh
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (3750 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    3,750 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 10 minutes longer runtime
    Battery runtime
    60 minutes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (60 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    60 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes full bin indicator
    Full bin indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a full bin indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 0.02 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.97 %
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.97 % vs 99.95 %
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 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.
  • Newer release date
    Release date
    2026
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has a newer release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2026 vs 2021).
    Released in June 2026.
    2026 vs 2021
  • 11.6% lower weight
    Weight
    3.2 kg
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (3.2 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    3.2 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • Includes dust particle sensor
    Dust particle sensor
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a dust particle sensor, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, 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.
  • Includes LED display
    LED display
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    75-85 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (75-85 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    75-85 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 1 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    5 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (5 hours vs 4 hours).
    5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 0.53 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.47 L
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.5 L vs 1 L).
    0.47 L vs 1 L
  • 4.2 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    18 V
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (18 V vs 22.2 V).
    18 V vs 22.2 V
  • 49.2 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    210.8 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (210.8 mm vs 260 mm).
    210.8 mm vs 260 mm
  • 3.53x more expensive
    Shark IA3246UKTGN is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£530 vs £150).
    £530 vs £150
  • 2 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    10 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (10 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    10 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 40 mm taller body
    Height
    1,140 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1140 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,140 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 3.53x more expensive
    Shark IA3246UKTGN is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£530 vs £150).
    £530 vs £150
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    75-85 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (75-85 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    75-85 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 49.2 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    210.8 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (210.8 mm vs 260 mm).
    210.8 mm vs 260 mm
  • 1 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    5 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (5 hours vs 4 hours).
    5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 4.2 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    18 V
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (18 V vs 22.2 V).
    18 V vs 22.2 V
  • 2 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    10 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (10 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    10 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 0.53 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.47 L
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.5 L vs 1 L).
    0.47 L vs 1 L
  • 40 mm taller body
    Height
    1,140 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1140 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,140 mm vs 1,100 mm

Graphic comparison of Shark IA3246UKTGN and other vacuum cleaners

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Shark IA3246UKTGN?

  • Lightweight handle and overall design
  • Intelligent detect technology automatically adjusts suction power based on dirt levels and floor type
  • Self-emptying docking station minimizes dust exposure and lessens frequent bin emptying
  • Excellent maneuverability with smooth gliding and responsive swivel steering
  • Effective at picking up fine debris, dust, and pet hair on both carpets and hard floors
  • Anti-hair wrap system actively removes hair from the brush roller
  • Includes HEPA filtration and an anti-allergen complete seal system

What customers dislike about Shark IA3246UKTGN?

  • Short battery life/runtime, especially when operating in higher suction boost modes
  • Small on-board dustbin capacity that requires frequent emptying if not using the dock
  • Concerns over fragile or low-quality plastic build points, particularly where the wand connects
  • Automatic emptying mechanism can occasionally fail or jam if larger items block the connections
  • Struggles to suction up larger items or debris bigger than a small coin
  • Can be relatively noisy during operation

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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expertreviews.co.uk
30/06/2026
Summary of the review
Shark PowerDetect Speed Clean and Empty Pet Pro cordless vacuum review

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