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This is a comparison between the old and the new. The Shark NV752 model is a Shark upright vacuum classic. The zu782 model is one of the newest additions to the Shark upright vacuum collection.
There are a few significant differences between these two vacuums. Have a look at our Shark nv752 vs zu782 review to learn more.
If you are in a hurry you can have a look at the comparison table below to get a brief overview of the main differences between these two vacuums.
Comparison Table
Shark ZU782
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Duo Clean Technology |
Self-Cleaning brush roll |
Dust Cup Capacity – 1.3 quarts |
Weight – 17.7 lbs. |
Liftaway Model |
Hose length – 8.4 feet |
LED lights – On floor nozzle |
Cleaning path – 12 inches |
Accessories – 12” crevice tool, upholstery tool and pet power brush |
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Shark NV752
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No Duo Clean Technology |
No Self-Cleaning brush roll |
Dust Cup Capacity – 1.5 quarts |
Weight – 16.7 lbs. |
Powered Liftaway Feature |
Hose length – 6 feet |
LED lights – On floor nozzle and handle |
Cleaning path – 10.5 inches |
Accessories – True Pet mini motorized brush, Hard Floor Hero, Pet Multi Tool, Duster Crevice Tool, Canister Caddy |
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(Note: Attachments might differ depending on which retailer you purchase the vacuum from)
Shark NV752 vs ZU782 – The Differences
- The zu782 model has duo clean technology.
- The zu782 model has the self-cleaning brush roll.
- The nv752 has a slightly bigger dust cup.
- The zu782 model weighs slightly more (just 1 pound).
- The nv752 is a powered liftaway model while the zu782 is a liftaway model. You can learn about the difference between a liftaway and powered liftaway below.
- They have different accessories.
- The location of the LED lights differ.
- The zu782 model has a larger cleaning path.
What is Duo Clean Technology
The implementation of duo clean technology allows for more efficient cleaning on both hardwood floors and carpets.
The dual brush roll allows the vacuum to pick up large particles, small particles and stuck on dust that you would usually find on hardwood floors.
The bristle brush is ideal for cleaning carpets and the soft brush roll pulls in larger particles and work on floors to provide a more polished look.
What is Zero M Cleaning Brush Roll
The ZU782 is the only vacuum in our comparison that has the zero m self-cleaning brush roll.
The self-cleaning brush roll has a series of protrusions that constantly remove hair from the brush roll as you vacuum instead of having to manually do this task.
If this is one of the tasks that you dislike when cleaning pet hair you might want to have a look at the ZU782 model.
What is Powered Liftaway
The powered liftaway features a detachable pod so you can easily clean stairs, furniture and other above-floor areas.
The ZU782 model doesn’t have this feature. It does however have a liftaway feature that provides similar performance.
What is the difference between powered liftaway and liftaway
Lift-Away (ZU782 model) means that the main unit can be detached from the wand at the click of a button, turning your upright vacuum into a portable.
Powered Lift Away (NV752 model) delivers power directly to the brush roll head even in Lift Away mode.
The only difference is the fact that this model has a liftaway feature instead of a liftaway feature. However, we feel the other advantages cancel out this flaw.
Detailed Comparison of the Features
- Cleaning Performance (Winner ZU782) – The zu782 is one of the more recent upright vacuums. It has some of the latest cleaning technology such as the duo clean technology and the self-cleaning brush roll which makes it ideal for cleaning pet hair.
- Weight & Dust cup capacity (Tie) – Both of these vacuums have a similar weight and dust cup capacity.
- Maneuverability ( Winner NV752) – One of the unique features of Shark vacuums is the powered liftaway mode. This delivers power to the main cleaning brush even in liftaway mode.The zu782 model doesn’t have powered liftaway mode so the main brush head doesn’t turn when in liftaway mode. It only has suction power.
- Accessories (Tie) – Both the NV752 and the ZU62 come with a large variety of accessories. Even though the nv752 has more accessories the zu782 has some built in features that make the accessories in the nv752 model obsolete.
- Cost(Tie) – The NV752 model and the ZU782 have similar prices.
Quick look at the NV752
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Type: | Upright & Bagless |
Product Dimensions: | 13.2 L X 11.9 W X 45 H |
Weight: | 16.7 lbs. |
Floor Type: | Hardwood floors, and carpets |
Dust Bin: | 1.5 quarts |
Cord Length: | 30 feet |
Hose Length: | 6 feet |
LED lights: | On floor nozzle and handle |
Filter type: | Washable HEPA + foam filters |
Wattage: | 1150 |
Amps: | 9.5 |
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PROS
- Has powered liftaway feature
- Excellent cleaning performance
- Good for pet hair
- Large variety of accessories
CONS
- Does not have the zero m self-cleaning brush roll
- Does not have duo clean technology
Who is this vacuum best suited for?
The NV752 is a good all round vacuum cleaner and is suitable for people with pets owners who have hardwood floors. This vacuum also performs well on carpets so no need to worry about this.
An additional plus is the powered liftaway feature that allows you to detach the cleaning pod and still have the brush moving in the main vacuuming head.
Quick look at the Shark ZU782
Features | |
Type: | Upright & Bagless |
Product dimensions (in.): | 13 L x 12.2 W x 30.7 H |
Weight: | 17.7 lbs. |
Floor Type: | Good for pets |
Dust Bin: | 1.3 quarts |
Cord Length: | 30 feet |
Hose Length: | 8.4 feet |
LED lights: | On floor nozzle |
Filter type: | Washable HEPA & foam filters |
Wattage: | 1200 |
Amps: | 10 |
Price: |
PROS
- Good for pet hair
- Zero M self-cleaning brush roll
- Has duoclean technology
- Good all round vacuum
CONS
- Does not have the powered liftaway feature
Who is this vacuum best suited for?
Conclusion
As we stated above our pick is the zu782 model since it comes with the latest technology. The fact that it is in a similar price range as the nv752 model makes it a no-brainer.