Head-to-head · Best Upright Vacuum

Dyson Ball Animal 3 vs Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe NV360

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe NV360 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.1 vs 3.9). Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe NV360 is best for: multi-floor users seeking good filtration. Read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #3 in Best Upright Vacuum

Dyson Ball Animal 3

3.9

2 sources$347.95as of Oct 11

The Dyson Ball Animal 3 cleans exceptionally well, with a 99.4% debris removal rate in review tests. Its adjustable cleaning head and advanced motorbar system work across floor types and handle pet hair, and reviewers noted it detangles long and pet hair automatically. Some users find the dustbin smaller than its predecessor's, and availability is limited at many retailers. Pet owners after high-performance cleaning are the fit; budget-conscious buyers, or anyone who wants wide retailer access, are not.

Strengths

— Adjustable cleaning head enables effective cleaning on varied floor types
— Handles pet hair easily with automatic tangle-free operation
— Effective at removing long hair with 100% success rate

Watch-outs

— Slightly smaller dustbin compared to previous model

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Higher ratedRanked #2 in Best Upright Vacuum

Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe NV360

4.1

1 source$149.99as of Oct 11

The Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe NV360 is solid value, with the Lift-Away feature, washable filters, and decent performance across floor types. Reviewers noted it is well-built for its price range and picks up debris effectively, though it does not turn sharply and the power cord is short. Some users found the brushroll tangles with pet hair, and the vacuum's balance makes it somewhat unstable when upright. Buyers who want an affordable, multi-floor vacuum with good filtration are the fit; anyone who needs superior edge cleaning or sharp maneuverability is not.

Strengths

— Lift-Away feature allows for easy access to stairs and vehicle interiors
— Three washable filters including a HEPA filter
— Quiet operation compared to many vacuums in its class

Watch-outs

— Short power cord at 25 feet, per TechGearLab

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How they stack up

Dyson Ball Animal 3

The Dyson Ball Animal 3 detangles pet hair automatically, where the Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352 struggles with embedded pet hair that clumps and tangles and the brushroll of the Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe NV360 can tangle with pet hair. Its 35-foot cord is longer than the 27 ft of the Bissell CleanView Swivel Pet 2252, and at 17.3 lb it is heavier than the 15 lb Bissell. It costs more than all three.

Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe NV360

The Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe NV360 shares the lift-away design and HEPA filter of the Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352, with a 1.2-dry-quart dustbin against the NV352's less than a quart. Its 25-foot cord is shorter than the 27 ft of the Bissell CleanView Swivel Pet 2252 and the 35 feet of the Dyson Ball Animal 3. At 12.5 lb it is lighter than both.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Dyson Ball Animal 3	Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe NV360
Suction Power	290 AW	—
Dust Capacity	Smaller than previous model	1.2 dry quarts
Cord Length	35'	25 feet
Weight	17.3 lb	12.5 lb
Filter Type	HEPA	—
Cleaning Head	Adjustable	—
Warranty	5-year manufacturer’s parts and labor warranty	—
Motor Type	—	1200W, 10 Amps, 120V

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