Shark NV356E White
Score: 77/100
Bissell CleanView Compact Turbo 3437F
Score: 77/100Rankings
The Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV356E is an upright vacuum with strong suction and a large 0.55-gal sealed bin, complemented by HEPA filtration and Lift-Away versatility. Its top-heavy design, non-retractable cord, and occasional bin leaks are notable trade-offs. Ideal for pet owners and allergy-sensitive households seeking deep cleaning.
The Bissell CleanView Compact Turbo Upright (3437F) delivers full-size suction in a lightweight, apartment-friendly package, highlighted by its Scatter-Free Technology and pet-tool kit. Its trade-offs include the lack of a swivel head and a short 5-ft hose, which can limit reach and maneuverability. Best suited for small-space pet owners seeking portability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 115.57 cm | 104.14 cmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 6.21 kg | 4.95 kgbest |
9.14 mbest | 7.62 m | |
2.08 Lbest | 1 L | |
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| Attribute | | |
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Build & Design(2) | ||
Height (cm) | 115.57 cm | 104.14 cm |
Weight (kg) | 6.21 kg | 4.95 kg |
Features(2) | ||
Swivel Steering | true | false |
Dust Cup Capacity (L) | 2.08 L | 1 L |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Cord Length (m) | 9.14 m | 7.62 m |
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Professional reviewers commend the NV356E for its strong suction, large sealed bin, and HEPA filtration, noting it delivers consistent cleaning on carpets, hard floors, and pet hair. They also praise the Lift-Away versatility and Dust-Away attachment, while calling out the top-heavy canister, non-retractable cord, and the ergonomics of the brush-roll pedal as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the vacuum's large easy-to-dump bin, powerful pet-hair pickup, and maneuverability thanks to the 30-ft cord and swivel steering. Common complaints focus on the canister's top-heavy feel, occasional bin leaks, and the stiff brush-roll pedal, with some noting the unit feels heavier than expected.
“large easy-to-dump bin”
“strong pet hair/sand pickup without blowing fine dirt back out”
“praising lightweight design and pet hair pickup for everyday messes”
Professional editors and Bissell's own marketing stress that the 3437F delivers full-size suction in a compact, portable form factor, making it ideal for apartments and dorms. They highlight Scatter-Free Technology and the pet-tool kit as differentiators that address common concerns in small living spaces.
Everyday shoppers consistently note the vacuum's light weight and its ability to pick up pet hair, describing it as convenient for quick clean-ups in tight areas. The most common praise centers on portability and the ease of emptying the 1 L dirt cup, while the few criticisms focus on limited hose length and lack of a swivel head.
