Shark Apex Uplight Vacuum - The Perfect Choice for Homes With Pets

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Shark Apex Uplight Vacuum - The Perfect Choice for Homes With Pets

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Pets are our family's best friends, but they can be messy and leave their hair whenever they come and go. If you have a little backyard, things can be even worse, as they can sometimes turn your living room into a mini garden with their muddy paws.

Fortunately, there are lots of vacuums designed to tackle pet hair and pet messes. The best models should have superior suction power, a premium filtration system, the versatility to work on different floor types, and the right tools to clean up dirt and debris on all corners of your house.

The Shark Apex Uplight is one of the pet vacuums that checks every box. So this review will take you through its specs before detailing out other important features of this well-made Shark vacuum.

1. Specifications
  • Dimensions: 46.19 x 10.44 x 11.38 inches
  • Weight: 14.63 pounds
  • Lift-away canister
  • Self-cleaning brush roll
  • HEPA filter & Anti-Allergen Complete Seal technology
  • Wattage: 700 W
  • Amp: 5.8 A
  • Convertible to handheld
  • Included LED lights on the floor nozzle
  • Accessories: Pet multi-tool, Crevice tool, Accessory Holder
  • Warranty: 5 years
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2. Slim and Portable Design

Most uprights are bulky and heavy, and their bulkiness usually gives shoppers a second thought when they need to purchase a full-sized vacuum. However, the Shark apex uplight vacuum, or the Shark LZ601, is an exception.

As the name suggests, it's lightweight and slim with a lift-away pod, providing users freedom to reach hidden areas in the house.

You don't need to carry around a large upright to vacuum your carpeted stairs, simply press a little button on the vacuum's body to lift the canister up. Now vacuuming off-floor surfaces are much more manageable. On top of that, its retractable wheels also enhance its portability, making it an ideal choice for apartments.

Homeowners with pets usually struggle to keep their dwellings tidy and clean. Handheld vacuums are portable and easy to use, but their power and battery life are limited. Full-sized vacuums are not very portable.

Now, what if you have a perfect combination of a light upright and a handheld in one slim design like the Shark LZ601? Sounds great, doesn’t it? Pet hair shouldn't be a real challenge anymore as you rely on this Shark pet vacuum.

3. Excellent Cleaning Capabilities on Different Floor Types

The Shark uplight apex features Sharks' unique DuoClean technology. If you're a first-time buyer of a Shark vacuum, it might be new to you. So here is a quick explanation: DuoClean refers to the two motorized brush roller systems in Shark vacuums' floor head.

It's capable of removing large debris, small particles, and embedded dust on multiple floor types. In addition, it seamlessly moves from one room to another to clean carpets, tiles, hardwood floors, and laminate floors without stopping to switch heads.

This innovative feature allows the tool to thoroughly clean carpets and softly polish hardwood floors in only one pass. Thanks to this advanced technology, pet hair has no chance to hide.

If you’ve searched for techniques on how to clean bathroom with bleach, I guess you've probably also looked for tips on how to polish your hardwood floors. We tend to rely on all sorts of cleansers or chemicals to keep our living space clean.

However, we don't always have to resort to cleaners and chemicals these days. Modern household equipment can help us with these tasks. The better floor cleaning tools we have, the less we have to rely on chemicals, which would be good for our health and the environment.

Oak, maple, cherry, bamboo, and walnut are all wooden floor types that always look better when they’re shiny. However, keeping them in good condition does require special care.

Fortunately, you don’t have to look around for hardwood floor polish if you equip yourself with a well-made vacuum cleaner that works on multiple floor types like the Shark apex uplight duoclean.

The tool's DuoClean system includes the soft roller and bristles brush combo that picks up large debris not only effectively but also quickly cleans fine dust, leaving you with flawlessly shiny timber floors.

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4. Easy To Use Dust Canister

Its dirt chamber is located right on top of the tool's body. You only need to grab its handle to lift it up, press the little button on its body; then, the debris will quickly fall out right into your dustbin. Once you're done emptying the dustbin, putting it back in is pretty straightforward.

The only drawback is its narrow shape, so sometimes you have to use your hands to pull out the debris out. My tip is not to leave until it's too full so that you can tap the debris out easier.

5. Well-Designed Filtration System

The Shark apex uplight corded lift away has two filters. The pre-motor foam filter is located right behind the dust canister, so you’ll need to take it out to access this filter. It’s washable, so simply run it under water to release all of the dust and dirt out, then leave it aside to dry before putting it back in

There's also a HEPA filter, ideal for family members allergic to pollen, pet hair, or those who have asthma. It's tucked away right below the dirt chamber. Just press a little button to take its cover out to access it for cleaning purposes.

Aside from these two filters, this corded upright is also equipped with the Anti-Allergen Complete Seal technology. This means all dirt and debris that goes into the filters will stay there, and they have no risks of being released back into the air of your house.

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6. A Full Set of Tools

Pet owners would love the full set of accessories from this Shark apex uplight lift-away duoclean. First and foremost, its pet multi-tool with stiff bristles can gobble up stubborn pet hair on various surfaces, leaving you with a fur-free house.

Like any other full-sized vacuum, this Shark also comes with a crevice tool. However, I notice that this crevice tool is quite long, it's 10 inches and can extend even further to help you reach hidden spots with little effort.

There is also an accessory holder that can be attached to the wand. You can then attach your tools up to always have them with you whenever you vacuum.

7. Low-profile Design

There's a common myth that most uprights can't go under low cabinets or tables. But this Shark is different as it has a low-profile design, allowing users to access more areas. In addition, its cleaner head can get under your lowest furniture to collect hidden dirt, dust, and pet hair in your home.

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The Bottom Line

I hope this Shark apex uplight review has provided you with useful insights about this corded vacuum cleaner. With a slender and portable design, it's a perfect combination of an upright and a stick vacuum. Better still, it can also convert into a handheld. So you can have a 3-in-1 design vacuum that tackles most of your vacuuming tasks in no time. y to fall over, this self-standing cleaning tool can stand on its own, thanks to the retractable wheels. Besides, its integrated hose gives users extended reach to clean ceiling spiderwebs, bookshelves, or car interiors easily. Still, it doesn't have the strongest suction power for large spaces, so if you're living in an apartment with your pets or toddlers, it's a perfect choice.
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