Shark Classic Upright Vacuum in Classic Blue

The Shark NV602UK's standout trick is its Lift-Away function — detach the pod from the upright body and you've instantly got a portable canister vacuum that reaches under beds, up staircases, and across upholstered sofas without swapping to a separate machine. That versatility is what separates it from basic uprights that demand you awkwardly tilt the whole unit or drag a second appliance out of the cupboard. The anti-allergen complete seal with HEPA filtration also means the air going back into the room is genuinely cleaner, which matters if you're vacuuming daily rather than occasionally.

Who Is This For?

This suits someone in a mixed-floor home — think laminate hallways, carpeted bedrooms, and a sofa that needs weekly attention — who wants one machine to handle all of it without fuss. It's particularly well-suited to pet owners who need reliable suction on upholstery as well as floors. If you live in a large open-plan space and hate wrangling a cord, you'd be better served by something from our best cordless vacuum deals guide instead.

What Buyers Say

Owners consistently praise the NV602UK's suction consistency on both carpet and hard floors, and the Lift-Away pod transition gets particular mention for being genuinely quick rather than a gimmick. The most common complaint is weight — the full upright configuration runs to around 7.6kg, which some users find tiring on longer cleaning sessions across multiple floors. The cord length draws occasional grumbles too, particularly in larger rooms that require a mid-clean socket switch.

The Deal

At £149.99 against a previous price of £199.99, you're saving £50 — a clean 25% reduction. Our price history across 48 data points shows this is actually the lowest this model has ever been tracked at, with an average sitting just above at £151.03, meaning it barely ever drops here. This is a genuine floor price, not a manufactured discount. If you've been watching it, now is the time to move. For more context on Shark's current lineup, see our best Shark deals guide.