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Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330Suction power (AW):142 AWBattery runtime:70 minutesCapacity:0.7 LWeight:3.71 kg

Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT 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.

7.9

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 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–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

80%

7.9

Technical Score

20%

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User score

â–²Better than 87% of vacuum-cleaners
7.9

Technical Score

Technical score
7.9/ 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 87% of models
Score components

28%

6.9

Performance

22%

8.1

Battery

18%

8.2

Filtration

14%

9.2

Attachments

10%

6.9

Design

8%

9.4

Smart features

â–²Better than 87% of vacuum-cleaners
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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%

?

Number of reviews

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Verdict

The Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT is a 380-watt cordless stick vacuum designed specifically for households with pets, featuring a 0.7-litre bagless dust capacity and an Anti-Allergen Complete Seal. Prominent characteristics include its advanced PowerDetect Intelligence system—incorporating DuoClean, DirectionDetect, DirtDetect, EdgeDetect, and FloorDetect sensors—alongside a flexible MultiFLEX wand for under-furniture reach. Key pros of this 3.71kg model include an impressive maximum runtime of up to 70 minutes on a 6-hour charge, highly effective hair pick-up via the Anti Hair Wrap Plus system, and seamless transition between hard floors and carpets. However, noted cons include its relatively heavy handheld weight and long battery recharge time, with some users experiencing a fragile dustbin catch and a tendency for the floorhead to aggressively grip and stick to high-pile carpets.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT

Technical Score
Technical score
7.9/ 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 87% of models
Score components:

28%

6.9

Performance

22%

8.1

Battery

18%

8.2

Filtration

14%

9.2

Attachments

10%

6.9

Design

8%

9.4

Smart features

7.9
Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT has a technical score of 7.9 points, which is higher than 87.1% 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 PowerDetect IP1251UKT has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
1.0
Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.2/ 10
✕
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 83% of models
Score components:

60%

7.9

Overall score

40%

8.8

Price

8.2
Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT has a value-for-money score of 8.2 points, which is higher than 82.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
142 AW
Suction power (AW)
142 AW
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 142 AW, which is lower than that of 57.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
?
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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
70 minutes
Battery runtime
70 minutes
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 70 minutes, which is longer than that of 88% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
6 hours
Charging time
6 hours
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 6 hours, which is slower than 95.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 4.3% 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
21.6 V
Battery voltage
21.6 V
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 21.6 V, which is lower than that of 59.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 16.5% 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
0.7 L
Capacity
0.7 L
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.7 L, which is smaller than that of 62.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.9% 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
3.71 kg
Weight
3.71 kg
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 3.71 kg, which is greater than the weight of 51.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.3% 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 PowerDetect IP1251UKT vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 20 minutes longer runtime
    Battery runtime
    70 minutes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (70 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    70 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 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.
  • 7% better value for money
    Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT offers better value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (8.18 vs 7.6).
    8.18 vs 7.65
  • 20 minutes longer runtime
    Battery runtime
    70 minutes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (70 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    70 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 2 minutes longer turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    14 minutes
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (14 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    14 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 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
    2024
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has a newer release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2024 vs 2021).
    Released in September 2024.
    2024 vs 2021
  • 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)
    86-86 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (86-86 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    86-86 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 2 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    6 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (6 hours vs 4 hours).
    6 hours vs 4 hours
  • 0.3 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.7 L
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.7 L vs 1 L).
    0.7 L vs 1 L
  • 128 mm deeper body
    Depth
    393 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (393 mm vs 265 mm).
    393 mm vs 265 mm
  • 2.2x more expensive
    Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£330 vs £150).
    £330 vs £150
  • 0.6 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    21.6 V
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (21.6 V vs 22.2 V).
    21.6 V vs 22.2 V
  • 8 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    142 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (142 AW vs 150 AW).
    142 AW vs 150 AW
  • 58 mm taller body
    Height
    1,158 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1158 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,158 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 2.2x more expensive
    Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£330 vs £150).
    £330 vs £150
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    86-86 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (86-86 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    86-86 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 8 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    142 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (142 AW vs 150 AW).
    142 AW vs 150 AW
  • 2 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    6 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (6 hours vs 4 hours).
    6 hours vs 4 hours
  • 0.6 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    21.6 V
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (21.6 V vs 22.2 V).
    21.6 V vs 22.2 V
  • 0.3 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.7 L
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.7 L vs 1 L).
    0.7 L vs 1 L
  • 128 mm deeper body
    Depth
    393 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (393 mm vs 265 mm).
    393 mm vs 265 mm
  • 58 mm taller body
    Height
    1,158 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1158 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,158 mm vs 1,100 mm

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT?

  • Excellent suction power that automatically adapts using PowerDetect smart technology
  • Superb pickup of pet hair on multiple surface types
  • Flexible Flexology wand bends easily to reach under low-lying furniture
  • Generous runtime of up to 70 minutes when used in handheld mode
  • DuoClean floorhead works effectively moving both forward and backward
  • Folds down completely for compact, freestanding storage

What customers dislike about Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT?

  • Feels physically heavy and tiring to use for long periods, especially in the handle
  • Can grip carpets too tightly on max settings, making it difficult to push and maneuver
  • Small dust canister capacity that requires frequent manual emptying
  • Emptying the dust bin can be a messy process compared to self-emptying station variants
  • Long battery recharge times and lacks a precise digital percentage indicator
  • Requires manual removal of the battery pack to charge it on this specific standard model

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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rtings.com
29/11/2024
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telegraph.co.uk
07/03/2025
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Shark PowerDetect Cordless Pet: auto-detection takes a major leap with this super-smart vacuum
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which.co.uk
01/10/2024
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Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT review - Which.co.uk
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vacuumwars.com
15/01/2025
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Shark PowerDetect Cordless Vacuum Completes the Lineup
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smarthomeassistent.de
01/01/2026
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13/05/2025
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nettoyant.org
23/05/2026
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smartworld.it
09/02/2026
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techprincess.it
03/06/2026
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tecnorecensioni.com
09/12/2025
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global.techradar.com
10/06/2025
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id.nl
07/05/2025
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