“When the wildfires hit Los Angeles, I knew it was time to retire my 20-year-old, hand-me-down vacuum and get serious about indoor air quality. My air filter could only do so much. I realized it was necessary to get a vacuum with a HEPA filter that could tackle the dust, ash and micro-particles.
“Our vacuum expert Kristin Granero named the Shark PowerDetect the best upright vacuum of 2025, and while it’s definitely a splurge, some emergencies justify indulgence. I’m thrilled with it. The suction is absurdly powerful, the canister is massive and the HEPA filter gives me peace of mind.
“What really makes it feel like the Cadillac of vacuums? It auto-adjusts to whatever surface I’m on — tile, hardwood, rugs — so I can zone out with my celebrity gossip podcast while it handles the details. And the scent canister? Essential. It makes my home smell like Irish Spring instead of stinky dog.” -Janelle Randazza, Commerce Editor
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