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Upright Shark Detect Pro LA802 vs. LA742

Updated: Oct 30, 2025

Lately, Skark released its newer series, Detect Pro, in two modifications. Let's talk about both.

Shark's Detect Pro Upright Vacuums Specs

Specs LA742 Detect Pro LA802 Detect Pro
Price $299.99 $375.0
Specs
Dust capacity (quarts/ml) 0.74 / 700 0.79 / 757
Wattage 960 960
Cord length (ft) 30 30
Product weight (lbs/kg) 13.2 / 5.98 14.99 / 6.7
Cleaning mechanics
Anti-Allergen Complete Seal yes yes
Filter type HEPA + Foam Filters HEPA + Foam Filters
Brushroll technology DuoClean Detect DuoClean Detect
Self-Cleaning Brushroll yes yes
Lift-Away yes yes
LED yes yes
Smart features
Floor Detect yes yes
Direction Detect yes yes
Edge Detect no yes
Dirt Detect no yes
Package
Crevice Tool yes yes
Dust Brush no yes
Pet-Multi Tool no yes
Upholstery Tool yes no
Odor Neutralizer yes yes

Both cleaners seem to have the same specs, yet a different price. Except for a lack of additional accessories, there are no other differences.

Detect Pro

The Shark Detect Pro is one of the most powerful uprights in the lineup, designed for deep carpet cleaning and picking up a wide range of debris. Also, has the smart features of the top-tier POWERDETECT.

A classic, powerful vacuum for big homes with lots of carpets that can handle debris and has zero-tangle technology.

A powerful machine ideal for homes with carpets and pet owners


Summing up

The Shark Detect Pro LA802 includes more accessories

Smarter suction adjustment and the latest brushroll system make the LA802 a better buy in 2025/2026. 


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