Shark has released its cordless PowerPro Flex, which is a competitor to the Detect Pro. Both seem similar, yet one has advantages over the other and vice versa. What are the differences between the two?
Shark Detect Pro vs. PowerPro Flex
| Specs/Models | Shark IW1111 Detect Pro | PowerPro Flex Reveal Plus |
| Price | $239.97 | $279.99 |
| Specs | ||
| Type | Cordless | Cordless |
| Digital motor power (Max) | 240 watts | 181 watts |
| Bin capacity | 0.81 quarts / 770 ml | 0.79 quarts / 747 ml |
| Run time | 40 min | 50 min |
| Weight | 6 lbs | 7.03 lbs |
| Cleaning Mechanics | ||
| Storage | Free-Satnding | Free-Satnding |
| Multiflex Technology | no | yes |
| Brush Type | QuadClean | PowerFins |
| Headlights | Auto | yes |
| Self-Cleaning Brushroll | yes | yes |
| Filtration | ||
| HEPA + Anti-Allergen Complete Seal | yes | yes |
| Odor Neutralizer | no | no |
| Smart Features | ||
| Display | yes | N/A |
| Edge Sence | yes | no |
| Floor Sense | yes | yes |
| Dirt Sense | yes | no |
| Direction Sense | no | no |
The Cleaning mechanics
Shark's famous Multiflex technology, which folds the vacuum when it needs to reach under-the-furniture areas, is only present in the PowerPro Flex. The Detect Pro does not flex.
The brushroll system is different, too:
The new QuadClean roller system combines a soft roller for picking up debris of all sizes with a rubber mix that allows it to penetrate deeper into carpets.
The PowerFins is a previous-gen brushroll system.
Shark IW1111 Detect Pro
Key features:
- Adjusts suction along the edges, on carpets, and in messy areas.
- Has more power.
- Illuminates dust automatically.
- New brushroll system.
The QuadClean rollers recognize edges, floor type, and debris and auto-illuminate dark areas. It has a display and a new brushroll system.
Shark IW1111 Detect Pro
Best value
Advanced brushroll technology that senses dirt and adjusts direction and suction level
$319.95 on AmazonSmartly adjusts suction on carpets and messy areas. Unlike the PowerPro, the Detect Pro doesn't fold.
The cleaner is ideal for hard floors and surface cleaning
Other than that, it is smart, doesn't cost much, and has a modification with a self-empty station.
Shark PowerPro Flex Pet Plus
Key features:
- Longer battery life.
- Multiflex technology.
PowerPro Flex Reveal Plus
Folds to reach under furniture
Adjusts suction on carpets
$279.99 on AmazonUnlike the Detect Pro, the PowerPro is not as powerful and doesn't boost suction on messy areas and along the walls.
With MultiFlex, the cleaner gets hard-to-reach places
Ideal for hard floors.
Which one to buy
The Detect Pro has more power and is smarter. It optimizes battery life by adjusting suction where it is needed. However, the vacuum doesn't fold, which might be a bummer if you want to reach under furniture.
Unlike the Detect Pro, the PowerPro Flex is not as smart, yet it boosts suction on carpets, lasts longer, and has Multiflex. Not suitable for deep carpet cleaning, though.
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