Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6 – Which Is Better For You?

It is yet another duel between Shark and Dyson. Neither of them needs any introduction. The Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6 comparison will hopefully show us how good these brands are with vacuum cleaners.

They both manufacture more than just vacuum cleaners and you can rest assured their other products too are top notch too. These are brands you can trust to deliver at all times.

This comparison review is aimed at making it easy for you to decide which of these two offerings will best fulfill your needs.

Before we go ahead, we suggest that you are clear on what exactly you want from a cordless vacuum cleaner.

By so doing, it will be a lot easier to tell these two apart and go with the one that suits you best.  Now, let’s move on.

 

 

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Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6 – Comparison Overview

Vacuums from these two brands are always at loggerheads. Rightfully so, they are created to outperform each other.

With the Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6 comparison we will find out which of them achieves that. This will surely help you make a choice.

The Shark Ion X40 gives you 40 minutes of runtime as against the 20 from the Dyson V6.

The V6 has HEPA filters while the X40 uses dual foam filters to trap dust and allergens.

Both vacuums have strong suction both in the normal mode and max mode. You can also convert them both into handhelds and use attachment tools with them.

As for their price tags, they are fairly within the same range.

 

 

Comparison Table – Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6

	Shark ION X40	Dyson V6
Available Models	IR141, IR142	Absolute, Animal (Pro), Motorhead, Cord Free, Baby + Child, Car + Boat, Fluffy, Top Dog, Trigger
Battery Life	Up to 40 minutes	20 minutes
Filtration System		Washable HEPA filter
Attachment tools	Upholstery tool, crevice tool, and precision duster	Mini motorized tool, soft dusting brush, combination tool, crevice tool
Weight	8.7 lbs	5 lbs
Dimension	13.4 x 10.2 x 45.9 inches	9.8 x 8.7 x 46.4 inches
Dust Cup	0.3 liters	0.4 liters

 

 

 

 

 

Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6 – Who’s Each Best For?

Shark ION X40	Dyson V6
We all know that attachment tools are important. If you want versatility in your cordless vacuum, you will have to pay extra attention to the tools you get.   The Shark ION X40 comes with an impressive array of attachment tools. These allow you to clean in many different ways and you can take your vacuuming beyond floors and maybe into your car if you want.	The Dyson V6 also comes with a good collection of attachment tools too. In fact, the V6 has more tools. The main thing that differentiates the V6 models is the number of tools they come with.   If you want the entire attachment tools collection, you are better off with the Dyson V6 Absolute.
Time is of the essence when you are using a cordless vacuum. How long the vacuum can run from is a very attractive feature to look out for.   The Shark ION X40 can give you up to 40 minutes of battery life. Even when using it in the turbo mode, you will still get a decent time out of it.   That’s not all, the lithium-ion battery is removable. What this means is that if you can spend a bit more on an extra battery, you can essentially double the runtime.   So, if an extended runtime is important to you, the X40 is your best choice.	The Dyson V6 will give you up to 20 minutes of runtime. If you combine that with how powerful it is, you will still get a lot of vacuuming done in that time.   The V6 has a Max mode and the runtime you get in that mode is an entirely different story. You will only get a measly 6 minutes in the Max mode. However, that can be enough time considering how powerful this mode is.
The two main reasons are why the dust cup capacity is an important part of a cordless vacuum. First is the capacity and second is the ease of use.   The Shark ION X40 does great in the latter but its capacity is quite small. This means that you will have to empty it quite often.	The Dyson V6 has a marginally larger dust cup than its counterpart. Emptying it is also as easy and straightforward.   The dust cup opens at the base and the dirt falls out. However, if there is any dirt clinging on, you will have to get your hands dirty.
The Shark ION X40 also features the DuoClean brush head. This brush head has both a bristle brush roll and a fluffy brush roll in one head.   That way, you can transition from carpets to hard floors without any issues. You will also be able to tackle any type of dirt on any floor type.	As for the Dyson V6, it has all it takes to clean on both carpets and hard floors. In this case, it has independent brush heads for either floor type. The direct drive brush head caters to carpet floors and the fluffy brush head is mainly for hard floors.   However, you will have to switch brush heads as needed. As you will agree, this requires extra time and effort. Another thing you need to note with the V6 is that the fluffy brush head is only available in the Absolute model.
If you are an allergic or asthmatic user, one of the most important features you want to look out for is the filtration system. By standards, a HEPA filter is the best you can get for a vacuum cleaner.   The Shark ION X40, unfortunately, does not feature that. What it has is a foam filter which is also efficient. One good part of this is that it is washable, so you will not have to change it as often.	The V6 uses a HEPA filter which efficient at trapping allergens and dust. This will keep them from seeping out of the vacuum into your home which will put you at the risk of inhaling them.   So, if you are concerned about the filtration system, the HEPA filter on the V6 is the best option for you.

 

Common Features – Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6

Both vacuums have quite a number of things in common. This is expected as they are the same type of vacuum and are targeted towards generally the same use.

Handheld Mode

Both the Shark ION X40 and Dyson V6 are capable of transforming into a handheld 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 dust furniture, vacuum your window blinds and drapes, you can also clean upholstery, etc.

That’s not all; since you are not tethered by an electric cord, you are free to roam as far as you need to.

You can go from room to room, up and down the stairs. You can even go as far as your garage if you want to. With this much freedom, you can go clean your car interior all you want.

The truth is that how you can use the handheld mode is only limited to your creativity, and of course, the attachment tools available to you.

When you use the Shark ION X40 in the handheld mode, that is when you will get the entire 40 minutes of runtime this vacuum promises.

 

Ease of Use

You will agree that this is important, even though it is not an outright feature.

The last thing anybody wants is to spend that type of money on a household item they will have a hard time using.

Firstly, let’s talk about maneuverability. This is something you will enjoy from both vacuums. They are both easy to push on hard floors and carpets and will turn quite easily as well.

Secondly, changing the attachment tools is easy too as it does not require any technicalities. They both use a snap-on design that clicks when an attachment connects. Both vacuums have all the controls you need to use within reach.

Thirdly, let’s talk about the reach. The Dyson V6 has a swivel steering which allows the vacuum to tilt almost parallel to the floor. As you can guess, this makes it easy for you to get underneath furniture.

As for the Shark ION X40, it can also tilt enough to reach under furniture. There is a mechanism on the wand that lets it turn 90 degrees.

Furthermore, 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. You can charge it like that too.

The Shark ION X40, on the other hand, can stand upright if you take off the head and hang it right on the brush head. In this position, it can easily sit covertly in your closet.

 

Dust Cup

Both vacuums have dust cups that work pretty much the same way. They are also both located on the handle of the vacuum.

The two dust cups open up at the base to allow dirt to fall out. On the Dyson V6, the Radial Cyclone extends into the dust cup which could hold in the dirt even while the cup is open.

The Shark ION X40’s dust cup does not have anything that can keep in the dirt so once you just open the base, down goes all the dirt.

 

Max Mode

Both vacuums have a strong motor that powers them which is why they both have powerful suction.

Even at normal mode, they will still do a great job of cleaning your floors. However, there are times you need to deep clean of your carpets which is where the Max Mode comes in.

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.

 

Attachment Tools

These have a lot to do with the versatility of your cordless vacuum and how you can clean with it.

The more attachment tools you have at your disposal, the more ways you can use the vacuum. With the tools that come with both cordless vacuums, you can clean floors, ceilings, and everything in between.

If you want details on the attachment tools, check the ‘Comparison Table’ section above. You will see which attachment tools you get with which model you buy.

 

 

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Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6 – What’s Unique To Each Product?

Features Unique To Shark ION X40

Removable Battery

The Shark ION X40, like its predecessors, uses a lithium-ion battery just like the Dyson. However, this one is removable.

If both batteries are fully charged, there you go, double the runtime. The only thing you will need to do is swap batteries once one is spent.

That’s not all, there are different modes with which you can charge the battery.

If you want, you could leave the battery in the vacuum and plug in the electric cable to charge it. Alternatively, you could pull out the battery and charge it by itself.

Either way, the battery indicator (more on that later) will let you monitor how it is charging.

 

 

 

 

 

DuoClean Brush Head

The brush head of the Shark ION X40 is obviously bigger than that of the Dyson V6. The reason for that is because the brush head consists of 2 brush rolls.

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 in its wake.

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

The only change you will need to make is within the reach of your finger. You only need to change the vacuum setting to “floor” in you are going on hard floors and “carpet” if you want to vacuum on carpets.

Another awesome thing about this brush head is that it works great when it is time to handle a pile of debris. The fluffy brush roll in front is able to roll over the pile which makes it easier to vacuum.

 

Battery Indicator

There are 3 lights on the battery of the Shark ION X40. The purpose of these lights is to let you monitor how much of the battery you have used.

This is a good feature because it lets you know how much power you have left which can influence how you work.

The light indicator also lets you know how the battery is charging. If two of the lights are on, for instance, you can tell that it has charged up to two-thirds of the way.

 

 

 

Features Unique To Dyson V6

Direct Drive Brush Head

This is a specialized brush head exclusive to Dyson. It has a mechanism that drives the brush roll.

This is unlike some other vacuums that use the force of the suction to drive the brush roll. We all know that Dyson’s engineering prowess can be that impressive.

This, apart from the powerful digital V6 motor, is what gives the brush head a good amount of agitation.

This is perhaps the secret behind the Dyson V6’s ability to clean so well on both carpets and hard floors.

 

HEPA Filter

The Dyson V6 trumps the Shark ION X40 in this area. If you are an asthmatic or an allergic user, you will agree that this is a lot of value.

It is no news anymore that a HEPA filter is the highest standard of filter you can find in a vacuum cleaner.

That the Dyson V6 uses this type of filter is good enough. It goes a step further by having 2 of it if you go for the Absolute model. The Shark ION X40 too has dual filters but they are not HEPA.

The V6 Absolute has one filter in the middle of the radial cyclone compartment and another after the motor.

These two filters ensure that none of the allergens and air-borne contaminants that were sucked in makes it back out.

The particles these filters can trap is way smaller than the diameter of a typical human hair. Now you can rest assured the air that flows out of your V6 is safe enough to breathe.

There’s more! These HEPA filters have lifetime longevity and are washable. This means that you will not be buying replacement filters throughout the lifetime of the vacuum. Just rinse and reuse! Just makes sure it gets dry first.

 

Weight Distribution

The weight of a vacuum is quite important when shopping for a cordless vacuum.

For one thing, you will be holding the vacuum with one hand which could quickly make it uncomfortable if it is too heavy.

For another, it has everything to do with how well you can maneuver the vacuum.

A lot of cordless vacuums are often top heavy. Their engine which is attached to the handle is the obvious culprit.

This can quickly 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 did great with its weight distribution. It is as a whole not heavy at just 5 pounds. However, if not for how the weight is distributed, it might not be so comfortable to use over a long period.

 

 

 

 

Trigger Button

Dyson cordless vacuums have a type of power button that you have to hold on to. The V6, of course, has this feature too.

The purpose of this kind of power button design is aimed at helping you save battery. Instead of flicking a switch every now and then to turn off the vacuum, you just need to release your hold of it.

This design surely helps to save battery but on another hand, it can quickly become a disadvantage.

This is so because holding on to the button will put a strain on your finger. Doing this for an extended period will certainly be painful which is not a feeling you want from a vacuum cleaner.

 

 

 

Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6 – Unique Pros

Shark ION X40

i. Its battery can last for 40 minutes. On top of that, it is removable so you can get an extra if you want.

ii. It can easily transition to different floor types without having to switch brush heads.

iii. The vacuum can stand upright on its own. You just have to fix the handle on the brush head.

 

Dyson V6

i. It uses a HEPA filter, two of it if you go for the Absolute model.

ii. It comes with more attachment tools.

iii. The vacuum is lighter than the Shark ION X40.

 

 

 

Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6 – Unique Cons

Shark ION X40

i. It is heavier than the V6.

ii. It does not have a HEPA filter, though, its dual foam filter is quite efficient.

 

Dyson V6

i. You have to hold on to the power button to keep the vacuum on. This can put a strain on your finger.

ii. You might have to reach in with your finger if all the dirt does not come out of the dust cup.

iii. 20 minutes is quite short when compared to its rival.

 

 

Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6 – Pros Common To Both Products

Shark ION X40	Dyson V6
It is important to have efficient filters in a vacuum cleaner especially if you are a sensitive person.   The filter in the Shark ION X40 is quite efficient. It is made of foam which is a good filter by nature. This will keep you safe from inhaling dust and allergens.   The X40 has both a pre and post-motor filter. So, you can rest assured you are well protected.	Same as the Shark X40, however, the filter(s) in the Dyson V6 is HEPA which is better than foam filters.
Vacuums that are heavy are not easy to use. This is why a lot of vacuum brands try as much as possible to keep the weight of their vacuums as low as possible.   The X40 is lightweight despite its powerful motor and this makes it easy to maneuver and carry around.	Same as the Shark Ion X40. In fact, the Dyson V6 weighs less.
The Shark Ion X40 has impressive suction power. It cleans really well on both carpets and hard floors. If you raise it to the Max mode, you will definitely get a deep clean of your carpets.	Same as the Shark ION X40. However, the amount of time you will get from the V6 in Max mode is quite short.
If you want versatility, you will get it from the Shark ION X40. All thanks to the attachment tools that come with it.   All you need to do is to switch from one tool to the other and take advantage of the handheld mode as well.   With all these, you can clean floors all the way to the ceiling and everything else in between.	Same as Shark ION X40. In this case, depending on which model of the V6 you go for, you can get as much attachment tools as the X40 or even more.

 

 

Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6 – Cons Common To Both Products

Shark ION X40	Dyson V6
This vacuum is a bit on the high side considering that there are quite a number of upgraded versions.	Same as the Shark ION X40.

 

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Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6 – General Feeling Among Users

Shark ION X40	Dyson V6
A lot of the people that used this vacuum on carpets as well as hard floors praised the suction of the vacuum.   They were all pleased with how well it picks up dirt, debris, and pet hairs on all floor types.	Users with wooden floors love how well this vacuum works on it. You will get even better performance if you have the fluffy roller brush head. This is because the soft roller leaves a polished effect in its wake.
A lot of users like the fact that it is so easy to use the vacuum. Some said that setting it up was pretty straightforward, most of them did not even need to consult the user manual to do that.   They also like how easy it was to move across floors especially transitioning from hard floors to carpets which turns out to be a breeze.	Some users are happy that you can easily switch the attachment tools without hassles. They are also happy with the assortment of tools available to the vacuum.   They also like that you can convert it into a handheld vacuum. A certain user said she uses it for cleaning the interior of her car.
Cordless vacuum users seem to consider it a huge advantage if the battery of a vacuum is removable. This makes sense if you consider the different advantages that come with it.   This is so because quite a number of them like the Shark X40 because you can easily get an extra battery and you essentially double the runtime.	If there is nothing users can like about the Dyson V6, they will like its suction power. They will also like the fact that the suction helps it perform great at lifting dirt and hair off different floor types.   One user said that the Dyson V6 cleans really great on hard floors but not so well on high pile carpets.

 

 

Shark ION X40 vs Dyson V6 – Bottom Line

Shark ION X40	Dyson V6
The Shark ION X40 is a fairly new addition to the Shark ION series. However, the brand’s reputation is enough for you to trust the vacuum. Moreover, users have been praising it.   If you feel this cordless vacuum matches your needs, you should get it now.	The V6 has been here for a while. That Dyson still makes it only shows that people still buy it. This is proof that the vacuum is serving its purpose.   If its purpose serves your needs, then this is the vacuum you have been looking for.

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