Schenley Steam Mop 13-in
Score: 77/100
Shark Lift-Away
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Schenley Steam Mop Cleaner offers high-temperature steam and a rapid 15-second heat-up, making it effective for quick, deep cleaning. Its small water tank and corded operation limit run time and mobility. Best suited for small-to-medium hard-floor areas where versatility and speed are priorities.
The Shark S3972BRN Lift-Away combines a floor mop with a detachable handheld steamer, featuring LED headlights and a 5-in-1 accessory set for comprehensive home cleaning. Its slower 4-minute warm-up and small water tank limit extended sessions, and it lacks cordless operation. It fits well in homes that value versatility and quick start-up over long-run endurance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 15 secondsbest | 240 seconds |
124 °Cbest | — | |
25 minutesbest | — | |
250 ml | 420 mlbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.5 kgbest | 3.18 kg |
— | 3best | |
1 yearsbest | — | |
43.4 cm | 130 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Performance(1) | ||
Heat‑up Time (seconds) | 15 seconds | 240 seconds |
Accessories(1) | ||
Accessories Included | 13 | 4 |
Design(5) | ||
Water Tank Capacity (ml) | 250 ml | 420 ml |
Weight (kg) | 2.5 kg | 3.18 kg |
Height (cm) | 43.4 cm | 130 cm |
Width (cm) | 14.0 cm | 30 cm |
Length (cm) | 8.9 cm | 30 cm |
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Professional testing by Consumer Reports evaluated the SLFCSM064 for stain removal, steam rate, and convenience, noting its high steam temperature and quick heat-up as strengths, while the limited tank capacity was highlighted as a drawback.
No independent consumer reviews were found, but manufacturer messaging emphasizes that customers appreciate the mop's ease of use, strong steam power, and versatile accessory kit for deep cleaning tasks.
Professional sources are scarce, but retailer specifications emphasize the S3972BRN's versatility for hard floors and above‑floor tasks, highlighting its quick warm‑up, 5‑in‑1 functionality, and the inclusion of scraper and brush tools for kitchen and bathroom grime. Related Shark Lift‑Away Pro models receive praise for easy hardwood and laminate cleaning, suggesting the S3972BRN inherits similar reliability.
While direct user reviews are not provided, the product’s emphasis on practical tools for kitchens and bathrooms implies consumers appreciate its ability to remove stuck‑on food and grease. Common concerns inferred from similar models revolve around cord management and the need for frequent water refills during extensive cleaning.
