If you know anything about Shark’s products, it’s that they’re always designed for user-friendliness. Products like the Shark WandVac Cordless Handheld Vacuum are designed to make quick spills and messes around your home easy to clean up without running the full vacuum.
At under 2 pounds, this tiny but mighty cordless handheld vacuum comes in handy, from cleaning inside drawers to cleaning car seats. I use this product most often to clean my car seats (when I don’t want to do a full cleaning at the car wash), clean couches and upholstery, and pick up crumbs throughout the home. If you’re considering purchasing the Shark WandVac Cordless Handheld Vacuum, here’s what you should know.
Shark WandVac Cordless Handheld Vacuum
Setting Up/Assembly of Shark WandVac
When I unboxed the Shark WandVac, the unit felt smooth and sleek in my hand, and seemed easy to use, as Shark products generally are. Using Shark’s included quick-setup guide, you can start using your WandVac within five minutes of opening the box; simply thread the power cord through the base, set up the tool base, and allow the unit to charge for a couple of hours before use. In my case, I decided to switch gears and work on other tasks while my Shark WandVac Cordless vacuum fully charged.
If you purchase this vacuum from a major retailer, you’ll have a few color options, including the basic slate and oatstone finishes. However, I recommend checking out SharkNinja directly if you want to purchase this vacuum in bold, fun colors, since they offer the full product line on their website, which includes colors like pink or harbor slate.
Pros
- Very lightweight.
- High-speed brushless motor.
- Several color options available.
- Easy-charging base included.
- Single-touch emptying.
- Washable filter.
- Comes with duster attachment and multi-surface crevice tool.
Cons
- Needs to be charged often.
- Dust/debris cup needs regular emptying (small capacity).
- Takes about 2.5 hours to fully charge.
Using the Shark WandVac
Using the Shark WandVac is pretty self-explanatory, but the included quick start guide is there to help if you need assistance. Once the device is fully charged on the base, hit the power button to begin cleaning. You can vacuum up most messes directly with the nozzle without using the attachments. However, you will find two included attachments behind the charging base that help clean specific types of messes and very tight spaces. Remember, this tiny handheld vacuum is meant to clean up things like crumbs and hair (dry debris) and should not be used on any wet spill or mess.
The simple design of the Shark WandVac makes it fun to use. I like the simple on-off power button, with no fancy suction speeds or controls. (Just either on, or off!) When you’re ready to empty the debris cup (which does seem to fill up fast), simply use the one-touch button to empty it over a trash can. Overall, I have no complaints when using this. While it may not be the most powerful handheld vacuum on the market, it picks up crumbs and debris on my car seats pretty well.
Specifications
- Product Weight: 1.4 pounds, 2.29 pounds with base.
- Warranty: 1 year.
- Product Dimensions: 6.73 inches long x 3.66 inches wide x 17.87 inches high.
- Type of Filter: Fabric, washable.
- Dust cup capacity: 0.1 quart.
- Wattage: 115 watts.
- Cleaning path width: Approximately 3.35 inches.
- Power source: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
- Motor: High-speed brushless motor.
- Runtime: Approximately 10 minutes per charge.
- Charging time: Approximately 2.5 hours.
- Price: $129.99.
In My Expert Opinion
A product like this cordless handheld vacuum is not a household must. Many households don’t have one of these — in fact, I haven’t had one up until now. That said, it’s definitely a nice thing to have if you’re looking for an easy way to clean up messes without having to pull out your full vacuum. With only about 8 to 10 minutes of runtime, you’ll want to use the Shark WandVac cordless vacuum for simple, quick cleanups. Don’t expect to use this tiny thing for heavy cleanups, as it’s only meant for minor spills and messes.
Shark WandVac Cordless Handheld Vacuum
Overall, the Shark WandVac cordless vacuum is worth buying if you want convenience throughout your home. If you’re neurotic about keeping your car clean (like I am), I also think this is a great buy. It would also make a great holiday gift for someone in your life who loves to clean. As with all Shark products I’ve tried, I’m not disappointed.
