Shark Vacuum Cleaners Review: Is the NV356E Right for a Pet Home?
Worth it—with corded limits
Worth it or skip it?
Worth it if
- You want one corded upright for carpets, bare floors, upholstery, stairs, and pet-hair cleanup.
Skip it if
- You need cordless operation or unusually quiet cleaning, or you have not confirmed the outlet, storage, hose, and noise fit.
Key facts
Dust-cup capacityThe cup holds 0.87 liters, a useful fit check for how much debris your cleaning routine produces before emptying.
A versatile corded choice
Choose the NV356E if you want one corded machine for carpets, bare floors, upholstery, stairs, and pet-hair cleanup. Before buying, make sure its 80 dB noise level, 5-foot hose, 0.87-liter cup, storage footprint, and outlet needs fit your home.
Buy on AmazonOne vacuum, several surfaces
Pet hair gathers on the rug, stairs, and sofa; one upright can move between those surfaces without changing cleaning systems.
A pod that changes the reach
The NV356E combines a corded upright with a detachable Lift-Away pod, a Pet Power Brush, dusting brush, and crevice tool. Brushroll shutoff creates a separate bare-floor mode, while washable HEPA and foam filters support the sealed filtration design.
It is a flexible pet-home setup when floor coverage matters more than cordless freedom or especially quiet cleaning.
Before you choose
Can it clean both carpets and bare floors?
Yes. The seller states multi-surface suction, and brushroll shutoff switches to a gentle hardwood-floor mode.
Does it include tools for stairs and upholstery?
Yes. The Lift-Away pod is intended for stairs and furniture, with a Pet Power Brush, dusting brush, and 8-inch crevice tool listed.
Is the filter washable?
Yes. It has washable HEPA and foam filters; the instructions say to rinse them and air-dry for 24 hours before reinstalling.
Full spec sheet
| Other Special Features of the Product | HEPA |
|---|---|
| Filter Type | Washable HEPA + Foam Filters |
| Surface Recommendation | Upholstery, Carpet, Bare Floor |
| Capacity | 0.87 liters |
| Maximum Suction | 1 inches |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Carpet, Bare Floor, Upholstery |
| Color | White |
| Noise Level | 80 db |
| Style Name | Navigator (White) |
| Number of Speeds | 2 |
| Cleaning Path Width | 9.25 inches |
| Number of Power Levels | 1 |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Finish Types | Glossy |
| Number of Wheels | 4 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Item Weight | 13.7 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 14.96"L x 11.4"W x 45.5"H |
| Hose Length | 5 feet |
| Form Factor | Upright |
| Brand Name | Shark |
| Included Components | Crevice Tool, Dusting Brush |
| Model Name | NV356E 26 Navigator Lift-Away Professional |
| Model Number | NV356E 26 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Series Number | 26 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Item Type Name | Upright Vacuum with Crevice Tool and Dusting Brush |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Wattage | 1200 watts |
| Amperage | 10 A |
| Controller Type | Push Button |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Brand | Shark |
| Special Feature | HEPA |
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