If you're looking to upgrade your Shark vacuum cleaner, at some point you'll probably find yourself trying to figure out the differences between the Shark PowerDetect and Shark Detect Pro product lines. In terms of specs and smarts, these are the two of the best Shark vacuum ranges at time of writing, and despite the fact they have very similar names, there are key differences that should be taken into consideration when choosing between the two. Note: this article will mostly focus on the cordless stick vacuums in each line.
The Detect Pro range launched in September 2023, and comprises a cordless stick vacuum and (in the US only) a robot vacuum. The stick vacuum introduced a range of detection and automation features, and as well as an optional auto-empty base. You can get the full low-down in our Shark Detect Pro cordless stick vacuum review.
