Key Features of the NV801 220V/240V Upright Vacuum

Built for homes with mixed flooring and stairs, the NV801 pairs a two-in-one upright and handheld design with power sized for wherever in the world you're plugging it in.

Powered Lift-Away

The canister section detaches from the main body to give you a handheld unit, brush and all:

• Powered brush, not just a hose: the brush stays powered once it's off the main body, so suction doesn't drop just because you've left the upright behind
• 1.5m hose reach: enough to cover stairs and anywhere the wand alone won't stretch

DuoClean Floorhead and Swivel Steering

Most uprights make you choose between a head built for carpet and one built for hard floors. The DuoClean head handles both without a change, useful in homes with mixed flooring, tile in the kitchen, carpet in the bedrooms:

• No attachment swap: glides from carpet to hard floor in the same pass
• Swivel steering: for easier maneuvering around furniture
• 118cm x 26cm x 34cm, 6.6kg: sized like a standard upright

750W Motor Built for 220V/240V, 50-60Hz

Most overseas-use appliances with motors are built around 50Hz only, and running a 50Hz-only motor on the wrong frequency is exactly what shortens an appliance's life:

• 50Hz and 60Hz support: Covers both the international standard and North America's, once you're on 220-240V power, including the 230V nominal mains standard used across most of Europe and the UK
• Not for standard North American outlets: Those supply 110-120V, roughly half what this vacuum needs, and running it here would need a properly sized step-up transformer, not a trade we'd recommend for a household vacuum at this price
• 80dB noise, EU energy rating B, ~29.3kWh annual consumption: The efficiency numbers behind the 750W motor

Washable Filters

The filters are washable rather than disposable, so there's nothing to keep buying as replacements. Combined with the 8-meter cord, that's less time on upkeep and outlet changes, more time actually cleaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Shark vacuum weigh?

The NV801 weighs 6.6kg (about 14.5 lbs).

Can the Shark NV801 clean both carpets and hard floors?

Yes. The DuoClean floorhead moves from carpet to hard floor without stopping, so there's no attachment to swap between the two.

Does the Shark NV801 include washable filters?

Yes, the filters are washable, so there's nothing to keep buying as replacements.

Will this vacuum work in the United States or Canada?

Not on a standard outlet. It's built for 220V/240V power and won't run on North America's 110-120V. It would need a properly sized step-up transformer to work here, which isn't something we'd recommend for a vacuum at this price point. A domestic 110V model is the simpler option if you need one for US or Canadian use.

Does the Shark NV801 work well for pet hair?

It's not marketed as a dedicated pet-hair model, but the 750W motor and DuoClean head give it strong suction across carpets and hard floors, and the washable filter makes upkeep easy if you're vacuuming pet hair regularly.

Does this vacuum include HEPA filtration?

No. The NV801 uses washable filters rather than a HEPA filter system.

Is the Shark NV801 a bagless vacuum cleaner?

Yes, it uses a 1.1L dust bin rather than a bag, so there's nothing to buy or replace as it fills up.