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    12. Alternative Configuration
  5. Performance
    1. Hard Floor Pick-Up
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    3. Low-Pile Carpet Pick-Up
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Shark APEX Upright vs Shark Stratos Upright [AZ3000, AZ3002]

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

Shark APEX Upright
Shark Stratos Upright [AZ3000, AZ3002]

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Shark APEX Upright Picture
Shark Stratos Upright [AZ3000, AZ3002] Picture
Wet Compatible
No
Vacuum Type
Upright/Handheld
Bagless
Yes
Cordless
No
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
Yes
Wet Compatible
No
Vacuum Type
Upright/Handheld
Bagless
Yes
Cordless
No
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
Yes
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  2. Upright

Variants

  • AZ1002 (Espresso)
  • AZ1000 (Olive/Burgundy)
  • AZ3002 (Navy)
  • AZ3000C (Red Plum)

Review

See Shark APEX Upright Review
See Shark Stratos Upright [AZ3000, AZ3002] Review
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Our Verdict

Shark APEX Upright

Shark Stratos Upright [AZ3000, AZ3002]

For the most part, the Shark Stratos Upright improves on the older Shark APEX Upright. The Stratos has a more effective self-cleaning brushroll, weighs fractionally less, and delivers slightly better performance on most surface types. While some users might view it as a gimmick, the Stratos also has an odor-neutralization system that masks unpleasant scents as you clean. On the other hand, the APEX has a higher-capacity dustbin, and the design of its grip makes it more comfortable to use in its handheld configuration.

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