Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket – Which Should You Go For?

We have said it before and we won’t hesitate to say it again, Dyson and Shark are top dogs of the vacuum cleaner industry. This is why we are bringing you the Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket comparison.

If you have tried shopping for a vacuum cleaner online, you must have bumped these two brands.

They have both consistently offered great products and are still creating advanced and innovative ones.

The Dyson V6 and Shark Rocket are both perched on the good side of the vacuum cleaners ranks.

They offer great performance and certainly make vacuuming easier. Depending on your needs, you can’t go wrong with either of these.

Without further ado, let us dive into stacking them up against each other. That way, you can easily tell which will serve your needs and pocket best.

 

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Comparison Overview – Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket

These two brands are each other’s closest rivals. They have impressed users over time and have gained their trust.

That said, whichever you go for after reading this Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket comparison, you would have made a good choice.

Both vacuums have good suction power and they top it off with great cleaning performance.

They both come with useful accessories and can transform into a handheld vacuum. This makes them both quite versatile and can be used in many ways.

There are quite a number of features these vacuums have in common. You will learn more about them as you read on.

One of their top differences is that the Dyson V6 is a cordless vacuum while the Shark Rocket is corded. They both have their advantages and disadvantages but in the end, they are both worthy vacuums.

To make it easy for you to choose between the two, it is important that you are clear on what features are most important to you.

Price might also be a determining factor for you. In that case, follow any of the links to check the price and make the buy!

 

Comparison Table – Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket 

	Dyson V6	Shark Rocket
Available Models	Absolute, Animal (Pro), Motorhead, Cord Free, Baby + Child, Car + Boat, Fluffy, Top Dog, Trigger	Deluxe Pro, Zero M, and Ultralight
Battery Life	20 minutes	Corded
Charge Time	3 hours 30 minutes	N/A
Attachment tools	Mini motorized tool, soft dusting brush, combination tool, crevice tool	Pet multi-tool (which includes an upholstery tool), crevice tool, onboard storage clips, and dusting brush
Filtration System	Washable HEPA filter	Washable foam filters
Weight	5 lbs	7.6 lbs
Dimension	9.8 x 8.7 x 46.4 inches	10.2 x 9.8 x 46.4 inches
Dust Cup	0.4 liters	0.4 liters

 

 

 

What Situation Is Each Best For? – Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket

Dyson V6	Shark Rocket
If you need the freedom a cordless vacuum has to offer, this is a good option. However, you must know that with this freedom, you are up against time.   The Dyson V6 will give you about 20 minutes to vacuum in normal power and about 7 minutes in high power.	If you don’t mind the power cord, the Shark Rocket is a great stick vacuum to go for. In this case, you won’t have to worry about rushing your job which might not let you get thorough with vacuuming. Even though it is corded, the cord is about 30 feet long so you won’t exactly feel tethered. You have a fairly large circumference to roam so you won’t be switching sockets often unless you are vacuuming a really large space which this vacuum is not meant for.
The V6 uses a HEPA filter which is good at trapping allergens and dust.   So, if you are keen about the best filtration system, the HEPA filter on the V6 is the best option for you.	If you are on a budget or you don’t believe in digging deep into your finances for something like a vacuum cleaner, you certainly don’t want to be going the Dyson way.   Any Dyson vacuum is known to be pricey compared to vacuums in its ranks. However, this Shark Rocket, with all the good stuff it has to offer is not as expensive as the Dyson. So, on the basis of price, the Rocket is your best bet.
If you have been using a Dyson vacuum for any length of time you would know that the brand is big on power. The V6 has good suction to lift dirt on both hard floors and carpets.	The Shark Rocket is a great vacuum for longevity. Some vacuums lose suction power when the dust cup is getting filled up or over a period of time. This is not the case with the Shark Rocket. Even if it is filled with debris, you can still vacuum fine particles. Even after that, the Rocket still has suction strong enough to suck in a clay ball if you want! This is not gainsaying, check out the video above for a real demonstration of that.

 

Common Features – Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket

Since these two are vacuum cleaners of the same type (stick vacuums), they are bound to share certain things in common.

Those similarities are the point of discussion in this section. The information you get here will help you know more about each vacuum. That knowledge will further make it easier to choose the right one for your needs.

 

Max Mode

Both vacuums have powerful suction. They have a strong motor in them which is where all that power comes from.

In the regular mode, they will still do a great job of cleaning your floors. However, when you need a deeper clean of your carpets, you can easily switch to the Max Mode with the touch of a button.

This mode significantly increases the suction power of the vacuum which makes it clean better.

The Max mode on both vacuums can work whether you are using it in the full mode or in the handheld mode.

 

Handheld Mode

Talking about the handheld mode, both cordless vacuums are capable of transforming into a miniature version of themselves.

This transformation lets you clean up dirt closely and clean in ways you could not in the full mode.

For instance, in the handheld mode, you can clean upholstery, dust furniture, vacuum your window blinds and drapes, etc.

There are many ways that you can vacuum with either of these two. The attachment tools that you can use with the handheld mode give it a lot of versatility.

 

Attachment tools

The tools available to a vacuum cleaner determine how versatile the vacuum turns out to be. As you can guess, versatility has a lot to do with the value you get for your money.

The more attachment tools you have at your disposal, the more ways you can use the vacuum.

With the tools that come with the Dyson V6 and the Shark Rocket, you can clean floors, ceilings, and everything in between.

If you want details on the attachment tools available with these vacuums, check the ‘Comparison Table’ section above.

 

Ease of Use

This is an important thing to consider when buying a vacuum. You don’t want to buy a vacuum you need to learn how to use.

Maneuverability is something you will get out of both vacuums. They are both easy to push on the floor and they will turn quite easily as well.

Changing the attachment tools is easy as it does not require any technicalities, just snap it in and you are good to go. Both vacuums also have all the controls you need to use within reach.

The Dyson V6 has a swivel steering which allows the vacuum to tilt almost parallel to the floor. This makes it easy for you to get underneath furniture to clean things out.

Both vacuums can turn on a dime. They both have swivel heads that lets them turn 90 degrees to either side.

Still on ease of use, storing both cordless vacuums is easy as well. The V6 comes with a dock that lets you hang the vacuum on the wall so it does not take floor space.

The Shark Rocket too has a wall mount that lets you hang the vacuum and keep it on charge.

 

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Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket – What’s Unique To Each Product?

Features Unique To Dyson V6

Weight Distribution

When searching for a cordless vacuum, or any type of vacuum for that matter, the weight is an important feature to consider.

This has everything to do with its maneuverability as using a heavy vacuum is not as convenient as a light one.

One common problem with cordless vacuums is that they are often heavy at the handle. The reason for this is because that is where the motor is.

This can put a strain on your hand when you use it for an extended period. For those with physical challenges, it can actually be a pain.

The Dyson V6 distributes its weight quite well. It is not a heavy vacuum at 5 pounds but if not for how the weight is distributed, it might not be so comfortable to use over a long period.

 

Cordless

The Dyson V6 is a cordless vacuum and this is a great advantage for it when compared to its rival in this context.

This gives you the freedom to roam as far as you want. Some people do not like being tethered and have to change sockets every now and then. Trust us, we know that pain.

With this cordless advantage, you can go from room to room, up and down the stairs with this vacuum. In fact, you can go as far as vacuuming the interior of your car, boat, etc.

However, the cordless advantage can become less exciting when it comes to time. Since it runs on battery, it is bound to run down at some point.

 

HEPA Filtration

The Dyson V6 has a HEPA filter and by standards, this is the most efficient filter you will get in a vacuum cleaner.

This filter is so efficient at its job that it is rated to prevent 99.97% of particles down to 0.3 microns from passing through.

When you vacuum, the dirty air passes through this filter before it is ejected out of the vacuum.

If you are wondering how much particles this filter can stop, we will tell you. The human hair is 50 microns in diameter.

Now compare that to the 0.3 microns this HEPA filter can stop. You see, this vacuum is fighting on your behalf battles you cannot see.

That’s not all, another cool thing about this filter is that it is washable and can last the lifetime of the vacuum. That way, you won’t need to buy replacement filters which save you a lot in the long run.

 

Double Brush Heads

Depending on which model of the Dyson V6 you go for, you will get a direct drive head and a fluffy brush head.

The direct drive head is the brush head that is ideal for carpets. This will help you deep clean your carpets and take out pet hairs.

The fluffy brush head is a bit different in the sense that the brush roll does not have bristles. Instead, it has a soft microfiber which makes it ideal for hard floors.

This also helps the Dyson V6 tackle large debris better as it rolls over them instead of pushing them around.

 

 

 

 

Features Unique To Shark Rocket

DuoClean Brush Head

The brush head of the Shark Rocket is bigger than that of the Dyson V6. The reason for that is because the brush head consists of 2 brush rolls. Yes, two brush rolls in one head.

One has stiff bristles that comb through the fibers of your carpet to dislodge embedded dirt and pick it up. The other, microfiber soft brush, will work on your hard floors. This will leave a sort of polished look on your floors.

With this, you can clean on both hard floors and carpets without changing the brush head as you will with the V6.

Another awesome thing about this brush head is its ability to handle a pile of debris because it does not have a front wall which is why it does not push debris around. The fluffy brush roll in front sort of rolls over the pile making it easy to vacuum.

The direct drive brush head of the Dyson V6 will only push the debris forward. However, if you use its fluffy brush head, you will get a result similar to this Shark Duo Clean. But then, you won’t have to switch heads with this one.

 

LED Lights

This might sound like a fancy addition just for the sake of it, but trust us, this feature is useful.

The lights are quite bright and provide good illumination. This comes in handy when you are vacuuming in a poorly lit room or dark corners. With these lights, dirt has no place to hide.

 

Corded

This might not be attractive to those who are fed up with cords. However, you won’t need to rush through the vacuuming process as the vacuum will stay powered as long as electricity flows.

This is not a luxury you can afford with cordless vacuums. If you don’t get the job done on time, you will have to wait 3 hours 30 minutes for it to recharge before you finish. So, you really have to weigh your options here.

Another thing is the freedom of movement. With a cordless vacuum, we all know you can go as far as you want.

While we all know how clumsy it can be to manage cords, you can still cover a lot of grounds without switching sockets. Its power cord is that long.

 

 

 

 

Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket – Unique Pros

Dyson V6

i. This vacuum has quite a number of models to choose from.

ii. It distributes its weight properly.

iii. It is lighter than the Shark Rocket.

iv. You don’t have to deal with cords.

Shark Rocket

i. It has a longer crevice tool which is great for cleaning above the floor.

ii. It has a better cleaning performance on carpets (check the video above).

iii. You don’t need to switch brush heads for optimal performance.

iv. There is no time pressure and no need for recharging.

 

 

Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket – Unique Cons

Dyson V6

i. You have only 20 minutes to vacuum and need to wait 3.5 hours to recharge.

ii. You need to switch brush heads to tackle hard floors.

iii. The dust cup does not release dirt completely, so you might have to get in there.

Shark Rocket

i. Even though the cord is long, dealing with power cords can be clumsy.

ii. It does not have a HEPA filter.

 

 

Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket – Pros Common To Both Products

Dyson V6	Shark Rocket
It also works well at picking pet hairs. If you want to get a deeper clean of your carpet, you can easily switch on the Max mode which increases the suction power of the vacuum.	Same as the V6
It distributes its weight well to avoid putting a strain on your wrist.	The Shark Rocket is heavier than the Dyson V6 but it is still lightweight.
The V6 comes with a good assortment of attachment tools. That you can also convert it to a handheld vacuum takes its versatility to an even higher height.	Same as the V6
The dust cup on the Dyson V6 is not so large but has enough capacity to hold a decent amount of dirt. You will not have to empty it ridiculously often. When it comes to emptying, it is a pretty easy affair. In some cases, however, you might need to reach into the yuck to get dirt out.	Same as the V6 but you will not need to get your hands in there.

 

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Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket – Cons Common To Both Products

Dyson V6	Shark Rocket
There are no cons that are common to both vacuums.

 

 

Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket – General Feeling Among Users

Dyson V6	Shark Rocket
As expected a lot of users applauded the suction power of this vacuum and how well it cleans. One user said that the Dyson V6 cleans really great on hard floors but not so well on high pile carpets.	The Shark Rocket also gets praised for its power and how well it works on both hard floors and carpets. One user said that this vacuum sucks up his throw rugs so he has to stand on it. This shows how powerful the suction can be. A particular user said that she likes how easy it is to switch from normal to Max mode. She also said that she was impressed at how well she can transition from one floor type to another. That’s the power of the DuoClean brush head.
Users of the Dyson V6 that have pets in their home are happy at how well it picks up pet hair. A user said that most of the other vacuum he had owned had issues dealing with pet fur and human hair. He went ahead to say that the Dyson V6 is doing fine cleaning his pet’s hairs and his.	Users that have pets hail the Shark Rocket for how well it picks up hairs on both hard floors and carpets. One user actually had a complaint that the vacuum picks pet hairs so well, the roller brush gets jammed.
	The Shark Rocket gets some praises for being easy to use. Users found it easy to set up right out of the box. The vacuum is self-propelled so you won’t need to exert force to push it around. The dust cup is easy to empty, even though it is a bit small. Users also like that it is lightweight enough to use over a period of time without pains.

 

Dyson V6 vs Shark Rocket – Our Verdict

 

Dyson V6	Shark Rocket
The Dyson V6 is a good vacuum to clean on hard floors and low pile carpets but it is expensive. However, if you think the fact that it is a cordless vacuum is worth paying the extra for, then this is a good choice.	If you want a powerful and easy to use stick vacuum but you don’t mind dealing with a power cord, the Shark Rocket will be suitable for you. You won’t even pay as much as the Dyson V6.

 

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