Dyson Ball Animal 3
Score: 83/100
Shark Freestyle Max Nordic Blue
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Dyson Ball Animal 3 is a high-suction upright vacuum with a 290 AW motor and a large 1.7 L bin, excelling at pet-hair removal. Its heavy weight and bulkier shape make it less portable and harder to store. Best suited for pet owners in larger homes who prioritize suction power over maneuverability.
The Shark SV2002 Freestyle Max is a lightweight cordless upright with dual-speed brushroll and LED lights, perfect for quick clean-ups. Its short 21-minute battery life and limited head pivot restrict longer sessions. Great for apartments or small homes needing a nimble cordless solution.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 107.1 cmbest | 114 cm |
| ↓ lower better | 7.86 kg | 3.17 kgbest |
1.7 Lbest | 0.66 L | |
2best | — | |
5 yearsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(2) | ||
Height (cm) | 107.1 cm | 114.0 cm |
Weight (kg) | 7.86 kg | 3.17 kg |
Features(1) | ||
Dust Cup Capacity (L) | 1.7 L | 0.66 L |
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Professional reviewers commend the Dyson Ball Animal 3 for its strong suction, advanced detangling turbine, and redesigned self-adjusting floorhead that excels on hard floors and pet hair. Build quality and the large hygienic bin receive high marks, though the 17 lb weight and lack of a storage rack are noted as drawbacks, especially for users prioritizing portability.
Everyday users praise the vacuum's powerful suction, effective pet-hair handling, long reach, and large bin that minimizes emptying. Recurring complaints focus on its heavy weight, bulkier shape, and the challenges of managing the cord and storing the unit in smaller living spaces.
Professional reviewers describe the Shark SV2002 as a nimble, powerful, and affordable cordless upright. They commend its sub-7-lb weight, strong suction on mixed surfaces, large dust cup, and the convenience of a compact charging dock, while noting the short 21-minute runtime, long charge time, and limited head pivot as notable drawbacks.
Everyday users echo the professional praise for the vacuum's lightweight design and effective two-speed cleaning, especially appreciating the roomy dust cup and easy storage. The main consumer-level criticisms revolve around the limited steering capability and the desire for longer battery life.
