The Shark upright vacuums are the most powerful in the lineup. Those are designed for vacuuming carpets. Unlike the cordless alternative, these are heavier and ideal for all types of surfaces.
Powerful uprights [Shark] compared
| Specs/Models | AZ4002 POWERDETECT | Stratos AZ3002 | AZ2002 Vertex | ZU102 Rotator Pet |
| Price | $599.95 | $457.99 | $398.99 | $249.99 |
| Specs | ||||
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| Power (W) | 1,416 | 1,416 | 1,344 | 1,150 |
| Bin capacity (ml) | 1,910 | 1,400 | 950 | 2,900 |
| Cord length (ft) | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| Anti-Allergen complete seal | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| LED lights | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Cleaning mechanics | ||||
| Powered Lift-Away | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Brushroll technology | DuoClean Detect | DuoClean PowerFins HairPro | DuoClean PowerFins | PowerFins HairPro |
| Self-cleaning brushroll | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Smart Features | ||||
| Dirt Detect | yes | no | no | no |
| Floor Detect | yes | no | no | no |
| Edge Detect | yes | no | no | no |
| Direction Detect | yes | no | no | no |
| Odor Neutralizer | yes | yes | no | yes |
| Accessory kit & Weight | ||||
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| Weight (lbs) | 17.5 | 16.7 | 16.4 | 15.18 |
Powered Lift-Away
A function that helps to clean above the floor without tiring your hands.
Puts the most weight on the floor without tiring your arm
Compared to the cordless cleaners that contain more weight at the top part, the uprights locate it at the bottom.
The Stratos AZ3002 has the same power as the POWERDETECT, yet lacks intelligent suction adjustment and has the smallest price tag.
The ZU102 Rotator Pet lacks power; however, it comes with the largest dust cup in the industry.
The best overall
POWERDETECT AZ4002
Intelligent suction adjustment | Large dustcup
The powerful one
$599.95 on AmazonThe Shark POWERDETECT AZ4002 has advanced cleaning rollers and is a pro at dealing with long hair.
Smart suction adjust:
- On different floor types
- On messy areas
- Along the edges
- On reverse movement
The latest bruishroll system has sensors that react to different cleaning environments.
Why is POWERDETECT the best?
- The most powerful for all types of surfaces.
- The smartest with intelligent suction adjustment.
- Big dust cup for pet owners.
- Includes a motorized cleaning tool.
To date, the Shark POWERDETECT AZ4002 is the best vacuum cleaner in the lineup
The balance
AZ2002 Vertex DuoClean vs. AZ2001AMZ Vertex
The two have the same specifications, except that the AZ2002 includes a self-cleaning motorized tool.
Compared to others, the Vertex lacks smart features and odor-neutralizer technologies.
Features:
- Strong power
- Relatively big dustcup
- Motorized cleaning tool
Cons:
- Lacks power compared to Stratos and Powerdetect
- Has the smallest duscup
The Vertex is something between the performance and the largest dustbin.
The Shark Vertex AZ2002 is an ideal balance between power and performance, and the price
Sum up
Editor's choice: Shark POWERDETECT AZ4002
The most powerful and smart upright to buy in 2026.
Shark's Detect Upright Vacuums Specs
The Detect is a lineup with intelligent suction adjustment, but lacks the POWERDETECT and Vertex power.
| Specs | LA492 Detect | LA742 Detect Pro | LA802 Detect Pro |
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| Price | $379.99 | $299.99 | $279.97 |
| Specs | |||
| Dust capacity (quarts/ml) | 0.74 / 700 | 0.74 / 700 | 0.79 / 757 |
| Wattage | 960 | 960 | 960 |
| Cord length (ft) | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| Product weight (lbs/kg) | 13.2 / 5.98 | 13.2 / 5.98 | 14.99 / 6.7 |
| Cleaning mechanics | |||
| Anti-Allergen Complete Seal | yes | yes | yes |
| Filter type | HEPA + Foam Filters | HEPA + Foam Filters | HEPA + Foam Filters |
| Brushroll technology | PowerFins Detect | DuoClean Detect | DuoClean Detect |
| Self-Cleaning Brushroll | yes | yes | yes |
| Lift-Away | yes | yes | yes |
| LED | yes | yes | yes |
| Smart features | |||
| Floor Detect | yes | yes | yes |
| Direction Detect | yes | yes | yes |
| Edge Detect | no | yes | yes |
| Dirt Detect | no | yes | yes |
| Package | |||
| Crevice Tool | yes | yes | yes |
| Dust Brush | yes | no | yes |
| Pet-Multi Tool | yes | no | yes |
| Upholstery Tool | no | yes | no |
| Odor Neutralizer | yes | yes | yes |
The Detect Pro is more intelligent. Except for a lack of additional accessories, there are no other differences.
The biggest difference:
Accessory setLA492 Detect vs. LA742 Detect Pro:
The Detect Pro additionally boosts suction on a reverse movement and along the edges.
With the minor price difference, the editor's recommendation between the two is the LA742 Detect Pro.
The best balance of smart and performance
Key features:
- Adjusts suction in the edges, on carpets, when it detects high-traffic areas
- Picks up the same amount of debris in both directions
- The latest brushroll technology
- The double roller system
Has one of the latest brushroll systems that resists hair tangles & does a perfect job on both carpet and hard floor.
Performance & smart features:
- Adjusts suction on carpet, dirty areas, and along the edges.
- Doesn't lose suction on a reverse movement.
- Neutralizes odors.
- Includes a pet multi-tool for upholstery cleaning.
A cheaper alternative to the best PowerDetect.
The Detect Pro LA802 and Detect Pro LA742 have the same specs and cleaning mechanics. The only difference between the two is an extra multi-tool that the LA802 includes.
Summing up
The Shark Detect Pro LA802 includes more accessories
If you don't need a tool that cleans upholstery and the price difference is huge, get the Detect Pro LA742.
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