Shark PowerDetect Speed (IA1241)
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PowerDetect Speed (IA1241)

A lighter PowerDetect with a single brushroll.

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PowerDetect Speed trims the flagship to 3.22 kg, with a 1.59 kg hand vac, a HEPA filter, and dirt and floor sensing. It quotes 60 minutes and has a smaller 0.47 L cup. It replaced the Stratos in Shark's US lineup.

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Key specs
Runtime
60 min
Bin
0.47 L
Weight
3.22 kg
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PowerDetect Speed trims the flagship to 3.22 kg, with a 1.59 kg hand vac, a HEPA filter, and dirt and floor sensing. It quotes 60 minutes and has a smaller 0.47 L cup. It replaced the Stratos in Shark's US lineup.

Best for

Shoppers who want Shark sensors at lower weight

Not for

Big homes that need a large bin

Main strength3.22 kg stick, 1.59 kg hand vac
Main weakness0.47 L cup
Reasons to buy
3.22 kg stick, 1.59 kg hand vac
Dirt and floor sensing
Five-year warranty
Reasons to avoid
0.47 L cup
6-hour charge
No published suction figure
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Product data

Full specifications

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Weight (hand vac)
1.59 kg
Runtime Min
60 min
Charging time
6 h
Dust bin
0.47 L
Wet/dry
dry
Cleaning path
8.31 in (21.1 cm)
LED headlight
Yes
HEPA filtration
Yes
Warranty
5 years
Type
stick
Width
10.24 in (26 cm)
Depth
13.78 in (35 cm)
Height
44.09 in (112 cm)
Weight Kg
3.22 kg
Dirt / dust sensing
Yes
Anti Tangle
Yes
Power
350 W
Filter Type
HEPA
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