Shark Apex Uplight Vacuum Cleaner Review and Demo

[@emmajay2401]

Never been more embarrassed. I bought this vacuum two years ago and found this video to learn how to release the top from the bottom since I only really use the floor vacuum feature. I love it and notice a lot of other people with mobile issues like it too.

[@kathyburke133]

I am disabled, and this vacuum has given me back the ability to vacuum the majority of my house again instead of having to rely on others. This vacuum has been a God send.

[@kathyburke133]

@@Gabriel-i77 Well, yes, but I really want to be able to do even the simplistic, mundane task by myself for as long as possible. It is good exercise, and is good for the soul.

[@alozzzy1213]

Kathy Burke I agree cleaning is good for the soul!

[@VacTech1]

@@kathyburke133 I agree. I hope you're enjoying it!

[@jblps]

That's awesome to hear although I've read a few reviews that say it gets tiring due to most of the weight being on the handle at the top. Wondering if a traditional upright like the Shark NV351 would be easier if you primarily push it around. The lift away's are nice because you can still lift the vac off and use it to clean couches/ cars etc. Depends how much hard to reach cleaning you do

[@SweetiePieTweety]

Thank you for fully demonstrating the how to in this vac. I bought one without reading reviews in a pinch and needed to know how to use it fast moving into a new construction home with some serious construction debris. No time for reading the manual 👍

[@VacTech1]

Glad I could help! After a big cleaning job like that, you'll likely need to wash the filter under the cup.

[@audin-no4bl]

I has 3 attachments and could not for the life of me figure out where all of them went. Now I understand one is just extra without a place on the vacuum itself. WHEW!!!! Racking my brains for months!!! Thank you!

[@VacTech1]

Glad I could help!

[@audin-no4bl]

You have no idea how frustrating it was! I'm not much of a drinker but was going to self medicate if I couldn't find where those doggone attachments were supposed to go!!! JK Thank you for this video!!!

[@ljcl1859]

Thanks for the review. I liked it so much I bought one. I love it. I love being able to vacuum up both large and small particles. The children have the cereal pieces that normally vacuum cleaners just push around, this cleans it up without slowing down.

[@VacTech1]

Thanks for watching! It's a great stick vac.

[@mariavelazquez9755]

Thank You. Great Video.I just bought this vacuum and wow does a super job on rugs as well as floor tiles. I'm so glad I purchased this Rocket Vacuum.

[@sarabruner8506]

I just got this vacuum and tried it today it was amazing how much dirt and pet hair it collected from my hardwood floor and carpet. I really love this vacuum. I had a bissell zing and it died after 4 years and it didn’t do nearly as well compared to the shark.

[@VacTech1]

Glad you like it! I think it's a great stick vac. Be sure to keep the screen in the dirt cup and the filters clean!

[@jblps]

I just bought this vac. One of the best things is the closed system doesn't leak dust all over your house like MOST vacuums spare the higher end units. How is yours holding up?

[@meghanlino908]

Hello Vac Tech, Thank you so much for your video review of the Shark Apex Uplight vacuum. I am a wheelchair user and after watching your video, I purchased this vacuum. I absolutely love it. It's everything you said it was and more. Oh, and not too heavy in the hand. Be well!

[@VacTech1]

Glad to hear you like it!

[@BirdieMcLovin]

Thank you for this review. It definitely helped me make a decision, which is to buy it.

[@patfiddles]

Great review, purchased the unit and this is really a great supplement to the owners manual!

[@bobkilla430]

This is probably the one Im going to buy. I wonder why vacuum companies don't have hybrid cord/cordeless options for these stick types. Don't wanna wait for the battery to charge.or battery life? plug the cord in and you're good to go. Or Want to take the top portion without a cord? also good to go.

[@kevinaelbrecht4621]

I live in Belgium and they don't even sell stick vacuums with cords anymore. Battery powered vacuum will deteriorate faster I guess. You will have to buy a new one faster, so this means more money for the companies.

[@bobkilla430]

@@kevinaelbrecht4621 That's too bad, can't you buy them online? sounds like alot of electronics these days. I even read an electronic cooking device wouldn't work if you didn't update its software that.you had to pay for monthly/yearly! I did end up getting this shark and agree with the positives and negatives in most reviews.

[@michaelpietrzak2067]

Shark needs a cord rewinder function. I am way too lazy to rewrap my cords lol

[@VacTech1]

That's a great feature, but it would add a lot of bulk and weight to the machine. Also vacuums with cord winders generally have shorter cords. This Shark has a nice long 30' cord.

[@Mirmirmirm]

Me too!!!!

[@jblps]

@@VacTech1 My wife also wanted cord rewind but honestly it takes like 4 seconds to wrap the cord

[@sirisoule4214]

I really love this vacuum. Easy to use and easy to clean without alot of landfill filters. My carpet has never been cleaner of dog hair! But now after 18 months, I need to replace the hard brush roller, and its near impossible. Most professionals won't even work on them. A vacuum that can't be fixed?? If I'm replacing a vacuum every yr and a half- that's so much trash for the landfill and so much money... I'm feeling defeated. If Shark made a long-lasting and fixable vacuum, I'd be 1st in line. Great review! Its all true 😢

[@VacTech1]

The sad thing with Sharks is that very few parts are available for repairs outside of the basics. Are you able to contact Shark about it while it’s still under warranty? They may be able to send you a new cleaner head.

[@sirisoule4214]

@VacTech1 no longer under warranty. I double-checked, and I actually bought just over 2 yrs ago, and since I bought on Amazon, I'm not sure they'd warranty it anyway. (Side note to all- if you purchase items from Amazon, warranties that are expected from the brand, often are limited) I actually found a replacement hard brush and brush cover on ebay from an excellent seller. The roller head does have easy access to change the brush cover but anything more requires specific specialty tools to remove a variety of security screws. I'm waiting on one to arrive now, and I will then see if i can get in. According to a professional repairman, even after all the screws are out, the pieces are hard to remove because they click together. Cheers

[@Pierre-zb6xq]

Great review! I am having issues disconnecting the attachments on the tube.

[@peachpiti3582]

I don’t like how bulky the top of it is, but I do really enjoy it.

[@PerfectCode]

Thanks for the great overview of this. Nice and helpful.

[@VacTech1]

Thanks, and thank you for watching!

[@PerfectCode]

@@VacTech1 I ended up choosing one of these (the current model, LZ601W) for my ageing (🙁) parents a few weeks ago (20% off as they still have going on currently) and it's been a great improvement over the old 25 lbs vacuum they had been using prior. 👍

[@pensivern]

You definitely have to clean the soft roll in the power head occasionally- I couldn’t believe the crud and hardened dust along the housing for this- I discovered this from another shark how to video. There’s a button the side that releases the soft roll for removal

[@VacTech1]

Indeed. I forgot to mention that the soft roller will get dirty over time, and need to be washed.

[@benster5]

I'd be really sold if they made a cordless version of this.

[@VacTech1]

We'll get there soon. Until then, dyson's cordless offerings will prolly meet your needs best.

[@benster5]

I have the Dyson v11 and love it, but I wish Dyson would adapt features that Shark already has, like anti hair tangle.

[@VacTech1]

@@benster5 The Dyson V11's brushbar already resists tangles, thanks to its wide diameter. Do you find that's an issue with yours?

[@reinaldoromero25]

@@VacTech1 I brought a dyson v10 last month I'm returning the whole 15 min on max or about 45 didn't seem to be enough. Back to corded I go. Getting apex thanks for review

[@justind8125]

Just bought this when they had their Black Friday sale this week. Should be a good upgrade from my older Rocket. Love Shark products!

[@pibe816]

Excellent review, great job...Thanks!

[@VacTech1]

Thanks a lot! I really appreciate it.

[@julienielsen3746]

Tried mine out today. I vacuumed my bedroom. I have two cats, and filled it with cat hair in one cleaning.

[@sruhaana5096]

I liked the suction and performance of this vacuum but sadly i am unable to bare the sound of of it 😓 why does shark make stick vaccums with loud noise! It would be the best selling vacuum if that noice isn’t there

[@VacTech1]

I wish it were quieter too. It is a shame bc they're capable of making very quiet vacuums.

[@joshfiorino3747]

It's a vacuum lol...people will find anything to be negative about. 🥴🥴

[@mndza09]

How do you clean the extended hose? It is not removable, it’s attached to the the vacuum but needs a serious deep cleaning. It’s no longer clear looks like wet food and dirt possibly stuck to it.

[@MargeBurkellDotCom]

Is there any way to adjust the amount of suction? Thanks!

[@ryanhawkins1235]

I think you can put the floor head on with the wand for easier floor or fur furniture cleaning,

[@VacTech1]

Thanks! For some reason on mine, the nozzle does not connect directly to the Pod.

[@1dulceritmo]

Thank you 🙏🏼 great video

[@kojimasan444]

Great review! Thank you ! Huge sale on Kohl's for this now

[@VacTech1]

Thanks for watching! I hope you like it!

[@debedwards8348]

Even tho you said you should never have to clean the brush area, if you have animals you do. The main reason I came on here is so I could see how to get it out as I'm in the middle of a move and can't find my paperwork

[@pajamelah1415]

Great video, you convinced me! Thanks!

[@VacTech1]

Thanks for watching!

[@lunacadence6050]

Have you since this video found an even better one? Like is there a quieter one? Thank you.

[@pamelarule2870]

You didn't even test this for the no tangle hair! Good video but I really wanted to see if that works

[@VacTech1]

Sorry didnt have long hair to test it on. Seems to work well though upon further testing.

[@krisb4623]

Trust me... it’s horrible! Doesn’t work as they claim!

[@jrock-xs9vp]

I just ordered this 60 dollars off for Labor Day I noticed they have two options to get all the tools it’s 299 239 without tools

[@jennifers8843]

Does this have a hardwood floor setting? I worry about scratching the wood floor

[@ameliaclaire9809]

It works great on my hard wood floors!

[@jennifers8843]

@@ameliaclaire9809 Thanks

[@TJones-fz2ug]

My attachment wand is stuck. Any advice how to detach?

[@sissi7746]

I have irreversible muscle weakness. How much this held part weight? You mentioned « heavy » on the arm, which makes me feel wary I wouldn’t be able to lift it to clean the interior of my kitchen cabinets and set of drawers.

[@VacTech1]

When used with dusting tools, I hold it two-handed. I'm not sure of the unit weight, but its probably between 8-10lbs. It's heavier in the hands than many conventional uprights when vacuuming the floor, because the motor and all the main parts are up by the hand. I hope this helps!

[@lunacadence6050]

I can’t get that filter frame with foam filter back in!!!

[@VacTech1]

@@lunacadence6050 I would wipe off the chamber the filter cartridge sets into, and the seal around the bottom of the filter cartridge itself. It just firmly sets in. The seal on the filter cartridge being clean can cause friction too.

[@Mirmirmirm]

The only thing it is missing is the led lights at the bottom of the wand like the apex.

[@TT-de7wb]

I wish my dirt was that pretty! :)

[@KrlsB33]

I got one of these handed down. Love it, but after a year of use it’s started losing suction. Hoses are clear, filters are clean, canister is empty, brushes are clear. Any ideas?

[@VacTech1]

Is the screen in the cup clean? That's another key thing to check. I would wash the filters (in case you haven't yet), to make sure they're completely clean.

[@Herr2Cents]

Thank you, what a great practical review. I'm researching shark vacuums. Do you know the cfm of the vacuum in your review?

[@scottelkington7661]

54cfm at the brush head according to this review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pn28fnZnm8aSgbc

[@danceplaylist3481]

excellent video

[@VacTech1]

Thanks!

[@MMCM1010]

Thank you, this helped me to learn the ins and outs quickly... GREAT video.

[@VacTech1]

Thank you for watching! Glad I could help!

[@Ana53215]

How I can get the attachments?

[@madanlynn3]

Do you think this would work well on a shag area rug without tearing it up since its only on one setting?

[@veliaescudero3587]

Works well on my shag area rug that’s a 5x7. I imagine if it was a smaller one it might pull back from the power of the suction. Hope this helps

[@kayhoughton3856]

Love your muck (dirt)mine don’t sparkle it’s coal muck 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣thanx luv from Barnsley yorkshire xxx

[@jrock-xs9vp]

Thanks for your video

[@VacTech1]

Thanks for watching!

[@joeannkilleen6149]

Help!!! How do I remove the crevice tool after using

[@VacTech1]

It twists and removes. They call it "friction fit," as it just presses onto the hose/wand.

[@PeterAgostiniJdcap26]

What is the model numbers? Ty 👍

[@breshka87]

does it come with the pet power brush or do you have to buy that separately?

[@kewlbeenz8099]

QVC sells it with the pet brush & a few other tools in the set, $199 Today’s Special Value

[@jcmac185]

How loud is it? Dyson V10, more or less?

[@VacTech1]

Probably about as loud as the V10 on high speed. The V10 is 3 speeds, and it's louder than the V10's low or medium speed.

[@amyhill8301]

It has a very high pitched sound but I LOVE this vac.

[@Flyersrulez]

Red light still on and it been clean out

[@jeanette8497]

Apex corded stick or apex or uplight?

[@RoboVacParty]

I wish it was available in Europe

[@VacTech1]

I'm surprised it's not? I thought you guys got this model?

[@samanthaaguirre5031]

Great review ! than you!

[@susanbuckhart3495]

Hot air comes out of my vacuum. Is this normal for this model?

[@VacTech1]

Make sure the filters are clean, and the dust bin screen isn't clogged. The exhaust air from the machine is going to be warm during use, especially after a few minutes.

[@8hammer2189]

Would have been nice to see the pet attachment head used on stairs and pet hair not in a couch

[@VacTech1]

Haha I'll keep that in mind!

[@charlesrodriguez7984]

9:53 great agitation.

[@marcusjones8735]

Attached the pet attachment and now we can't get it off..driving us crazy

[@VacTech1]

Since it just friction fits, sometimes it helps to twist the tool as you remove it. I hope this helps!

[@mrhaths]

what do you think dyson or this one? for carpets and hardwood?

[@VacTech1]

This for carpets, Dyson cordless for hardwoods. Dyson overall is better.

[@mrhaths]

I want a dyson cordless but I have thicker hardwood in my bedrooms I love sharks but the dyson are so pretty. I also like the leds on sharks. They have good suction over dyson. Still want the dyson. I’m worried about my carpets tho

[@VacTech1]

@@mrhaths Follow your heart, bud. Dyson has the edge on hardwoods and filtration systems. They're worth the investment, but this Shark is a fine machine too.

[@RickSample]

Mr Hath - I was considering a Dyson, but it's just way to expensive for a vacuum. Have you checked out all the bad reviews about them on Amazon? For a $500+ model... there sure is a lot of negative reviews. Many people have said the V10/V11 model is impossible to push across thicker piled carpets. It has so much suction... that you just can't push it. Others have said the battery life is around 10-15 minutes. It takes me 40 minutes non-stop to do my house (3 floors). That means I would have to purchase and 2 additional battery packs for an already over priced model. Or charge this a couple times between using it which would be a huge headache if I'm doing an all house clean. Other reviews have said they had there's for 7,8,9 months and it no longer holds a charge. So you spend $500+ for a Dyson, then once a year buy a new battery?

[@mrhaths]

Rick Sample I bought the v10 and I like it so far we have thicker carpets in our bedrooms and it does fine. I’ve had a few sharks which you can’t go wrong with either. I’m super ocd and like things clean and the dyson is doing it for me! Cordless is nice. I had the shArk apex duo and loved it but we returned it because my wife thought it was too heavy. The dyson feels like it cleans the same

[@robertmendez4990]

Mine won’t start

[@payasoinfeliz]

Loved it but then it clogged and stopped working after like 3 uses. Returned it.

[@VacTech1]

Sorry to hear that! Yeah it'll require regular maintenance to keep it running.

[@douglasmurphy9798]

Its a vacum cleaner read instructions look at display model after purchased its 100 % used and you own it.

[@DougMcDave]

I am hoping this goes under low furniture, like the side of my bed.

[@VacTech1]

It's very low profile. It can get under most of my furniture with ease.

[@surgicaltechcrafter2169]

I love my Vacuum.

[@MD77SA]

Can this be used to vacuum steep carpeted stairs without taking it apart or using attachments?

[@VacTech1]

Yes, the cleaner head will kind of "flop around" though. I would probably use it in hose mode with the mini-turbo nozzle for stairs.

[@MD77SA]

@@VacTech1 i have a house full of steep and carpeted stairs. Wouldnt that cause bending to use the attachment? Do you mind recommending a lightweight vacuum for me? I was liking the Shark advertisement for brushroll self cleaning. Thank you

[@MD77SA]

@@VacTech1 is the mini turbo nozzle a motorized brush?

[@VacTech1]

@@MD77SA No, it's air-powered. You could use it attached to the wand so you don't have to bend down while cleaning stairs. Also the cordless Dysons are great for stairs. Maybe that route would work out better for you?

[@MD77SA]

@@VacTech1 thank you. Would you tell me which cordless Dyson is great for stairs and has a motorized brush? I do need it to be self cleaning brushroll Does Dyson have that? I have literally spent 15 hours researching vacuums. I ordered one and am going to cancel it because i discovered it didn't have powered lift away for undrneath furniture. I know Shark has a Apex with brushroll cleaner and powered lift away but i am not sure if stair attachment is a mororized brush. Trying to get Black Black Friday sales but they are not there to ask today.

[@schlowe2003]

I laughed when you said "nice, large dirt cup" because these are the most pathetically small dirt cups I've ever used! I have a rocket duoclean with a 0.91 qt capacity, this model is about 0.68. That would be the entire reason I most likely will not buy this particular vacuum. I need one with the sealed system (my house is terribly dusty to begin with, unsealed systems make it worse) but at this point would buy a new vacuum JUST to get a bigger dust cup.

[@VacTech1]

I suppose I mean a large dirt cup for what I would consider a stick vac, which usually have small capacities. There are lots of options from Shark and other companies that may suit your needs better!

[@schlowe2003]

@@VacTech1 Indeed. I have a Bissell Cleanview, and it works well except the height adjuster doesn't work well enough and the brush continuously bogs down, and it too is not a sealed system so dust flies everywhere. Despite claiming to have only a 1 quart capacity, I can finish multiple rooms without having to constantly dump the canister. Maybe it just isn't cleaning as well. I have to dump the Rocket cup several times in just 1 room. 3 dogs don't help either.

[@scottelkington7661]

@@schlowe2003 What makes you think this doesn't have a sealed system? kzbin.info/www/bejne/pn28fnZnm8aSgbc

[@schlowe2003]

@@scottelkington7661 I didn't say that it wasn't. I was saying that's what I need, regardless.

[@daniellej7914]

Do you know how to fix the bottom suction part?

[@VacTech1]

What's wrong with it? I'd probably contact shark, as it's under warranty.

[@louiesamalicdem4060]

am here on youtube trying to look for videos about the shark vacuum because my cousin together with her cats are visiting next week! i rented one on mygaragerentals.com and we're looking forward to it thank you for this video

[@dominicscuriosity]

To me it looks terribly uncomfortable and a Dyson is way better I’ve tried both and this is just way too awkward

[@VacTech1]

It's definitely heavier to use, but both work great. I prefer the Dysons as well.

[@น้ําฝนเปียสง่า-ฝ6ญ]

every go here for more details

[@jasonwhitton8106]

Stick vacuums are supposed to be about convenience, the floor head is to bulky, and the cord is annoying. I love my dyson v11.

[@VacTech1]

I prefer my dyson V8, and I do like the cordless convenience for sure. The floor head although larger, is about the same height, so it can still slip under furniture easily. The cord is nice and long (30 feet).

[@ericb9197]

its cheaper and has unlimited power unlike dysons

[@jasonwhitton8106]

Vac Tech I just imagine that floor attachment knocking the floor when being picked up more than the slender design of Dyson’s, and I had the V8 for a week, and decided to exchange it for the v11. I have two cats, and hard floors, at times they fling litter everywhere, and the cleaning head on the V8 was dragging litter in the front, the head on the v11 doesn’t. Although I will admit that the soft “fluffy” head was superior on hard floors. I honestly think it just boils down to what the person needs. My cats get litter everywhere. So I’m using my v11 at least twice a day.. usually more.. I have a small two story house, and I don’t have to charge the battery for about two to three days. I also love using the dusting brush attached to the hose to clean my wooden stairs, and dusty car dashboard. The only reason I’d have a corded vacuum was if I had a lot of carpet.

[@jasonwhitton8106]

EricB I have a small two story house, I have to vacuum up piles of cat litter usually three times a day, my dyson v11’s battery lasts for two, to three days on a charge.

[@SilverSprings95]

Are we gonna talk bout how he said uplight lol

[@mochmaster45]

I would hope so because that's the name of the vacuum.

[@sissi7746]

It looks way too heavy for me.

[@JayJay0805]

Perhaps a Shark Ion P50 would be better for you then

[@theglammam7028]

It would be nice if you mute the noise from the vacuum jeez

[@VacTech1]

For sure, but I want viewers to know what it sounds like.

[@kimkeller7390]

I’m glad you didn’t mute. Wasn’t too bad and gave me the realistic sound effect.

[@smallpp688]

Slow down on the passes

[@VacTech1]

I'll keep that in mind!

[@smallpp688]

Vac Tech I usually will make slow passes forward and backwards on the same pass, just got this vacuum a few days ago, pretty impressed

[@VacTech1]

@@smallpp688 Slow and thorough is definitely best. I hope you like the Shark! Keep the screen in the top of the cup, and the filters clean, and it should perform well for years. The soft roller in the front is removable as well, and can washed as needed (they get gummed-up over time).

[@smallpp688]

Vac Tech I clean the whole thing every time I use it, very OCD I also have the shark epex duo clean zero m for my pets.

[@smallpp688]

Stick one

[@518TommyP]

Hated the handle.. to much stress is placed on the handle which now is part of the canister when using the vacuum... terrible idea.. ..the angle of the handle is assbackwards.. .it forces your fingers to slide forward and your one knuckle tends to get scraped constantly.. it needs to be a bit bigger for larger hands.. not everyone who vacuums is a woman.. ..there is such a thing as single men

[@EvanJS2005]

I hate shark no offense

[@Ana53215]

How I can get the attachments?

[@VacTech1]

I would try Shark direct, local vac shops (they may have used tools), and Amazon or Ebay.