Shark UV550 vs UV700

Shark has a number of upright vacuums in its collection and sifting through the various vacuums can be time-consuming and downright frustrating.

Hopefully, our review of the Shark UV700 vs UV550 review will help you to differentiate the difference between these two vacuums.

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

(Note: Attachments might differ depending on which retailer you purchase the vacuum from)

Shark UV700 vs UV550 – The Differences

• The UV550 has twice the dust cup capacity of the UV700 model.

• The UV550 has a larger cord length.

• The UV550 has a smaller cleaning path.

• The UV700 model has duo clean technology.

• The UV700 model has the zero m self-cleaning brush roll

Which vacuum is better?

In this case, we would go with the UV700 model. This model has some of sharks’ latest cleaning technology such as the duo clean technology and the self-cleaning brush roll.

The only drawback is the UV700 model doesn’t have as large a dust cup capacity as the UV550 model.

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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. The UV550 model does not have this feature.

What is Zero M Cleaning Brushroll

Most of us are familiar with the problem, of hair wrapping around the brush roll of our vacuums and having to manually remove the hair.

Shark has alleviated this problem with the Zero M self-cleaning brushroll. As their slogan says “we remove the hair wrapped around the brush roll so you don’t have to”.

The self-cleaning brush roll has a series of protrusions that constantly remove hair from the brush roll as you vacuum. The UV550 model does not have this feature.

What is Liftaway

Both the UV700 and the UV550 models have the liftaway mode. Lift-Away means that the main unit can be detached from the wand at the click of a button, turning your upright vacuum into a portable.

Detailed Comparison of the Features

• Cleaning Performance (UV700) – The UV700 model has both duo clean technology and the self-cleaning brush roll so it provides better cleaning performance. Especially if you have hardwood floors or pets.

• Weight & Dimension (Tie) – Both of these vacuums has similar weight and dimensions.

• Maneuverability ( Tie) – Both of these vacuums have the liftaway model which allows you to detach the main unit from the cleaning head turning your vacuum into a portable vacuum.

• Dust Cup Capacity (UV550) – The UV550 model has a twice the dust cup capacity of the UV700 model

• Accessories (Tie) – Both of these models have a similar variety of accessories.

Quick look at the Shark UV700

Who is this vacuum best suited for?

This is a really nice lightweight vacuum that has both duo clean technology and the zero m self-cleaning brush roll. These features are ideal if you have hardwood floors or pets.

Quick look at the Shark UV550

Who is this vacuum best suited for?

This is not one of sharks most advanced models. Actually it is pretty basic. You don’t have duo clean technology or the self-cleaning brush roll. Its main claim to fame is it has a large dust cup holder.

However, if you are looking for a no-frills vacuum that tends to be reasonably price this is a pretty good option.