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Shark Detect Lift-Away Corded Upright Vacuum with Self-Cleaning Brushroll LA492
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Highlights
- FLOOR DETECT™: The Intelli-Sense™ ultrasonic sensor detects the type of floor you're cleaning and automatically adapts its brushroll speed for optimal performance on all surfaces.
- DIRECTION DETECT: Intelli-Sense™ automatically recognizes the direction you are vacuuming and directs its powerful suction forward or reverse for maximum cleaning in both directions.
- LIFT-AWAY® TECHNOLOGY: Step on the pedal to lift away the pod to clean stairs, furniture, and everywhere else in your home.
- LED HEADLIGHTS: Powerful LED headlights on the nozzle reveal hidden debris around your home.
- NO HAIR WRAP: The self-cleaning brushroll delivers powerful pet hair pickup without wrapping hair.
- GUARDS AGAINST BAD ODORS: Odor Neutralizer Technology guards against bad odors inside your vacuum to help freshen your home.
- ANTI-ALLERGEN COMPLETE SEAL: Works with a HEPA filter to trap 99.99% of dust and allergens inside the vacuum, keeping them out of the air you breathe*. *Based on ASTM F1977 of particles 0.3 microns or larger. Allergens refers to non-living matter.
- ADVANCED SWIVEL STEERING: Advanced Swivel Steering lets you easily maneuver your vacuum in and out of tight spaces, in corners, around furniture, and more.
- ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES: Includes extra tools for removing pet hair and cleaning in tight spaces.
Description
The Shark DETECT™ Lift-Away® corded upright vacuum combines powerful suction with cutting-edge Detect technology for an ultra-powerful clean. The Intelli-Sense™ sensor does the work for you, automatically reacting to different floor types and the direction the vacuum is moving—all to take the guesswork out of cleaning.
Dimensions (Overall): 45.55 Inches (H) x 9.75 Inches (W) x 12 Inches (D)
Weight: 13 Pounds
Features: 360-Degree Swivel, Detachable Canister
Capacity (Volume): .74 Quart
Cable/Cord Length: 25 Feet
Number of Speeds: 3
Bag Type: Bagless
Cleaning Path Width: 10.74 Inches
Recommended Surface Application: Carpet, Hardwood
Filter Type: HEPA
Hose Length: 1.84 Feet
Power Source: Electric
Battery: No Battery Used
Warranty: 5 Year Limited Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, please call Target Guest Services at 1-800-591-3869
TCIN: 94371646
UPC: 622356636896
Item Number (DPCI): 329-00-0092
Origin: Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 12 inches length x 9.75 inches width x 45.55 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 13 pounds
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This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
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4.7 out of 5 stars with 133 reviews
2 out of 5 stars
28 October, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
Disappointing - Not a true lift away
I got this vacuum to replace the Shark vacuum I'd had for years after its motor went out. I loved the old vacuum and thought it was very versatile and it picked up all the dog hair and dirt from my floors. I thought this model would be even better because it has the power detect feature and the suction going forward and backwards. It does a good job of cleaning my floors, but I'm very disappointed that it's marketed as a "lift-away" vacuum but the lift-away feature is useless. On my old vacuum, the "pod" would come off of the pole and the head of the vacuum was still attached so I could vacuum under the bed, tables, etc. On this new model the "lift-away" just means the head of the vacuum detaches so you can't vacuum under anything. What's the point of that? I feel like Shark is misleading people with the false advertising in a blatant money grab. I've been using Shark products for many years and have always been pleased on their cleaning performance, but after this intentional misdirection to get people to spend more money, I think I'm going to have to start researching other companies and products.
2 out of 5 stars
7 October, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
Lift Away = NO Vacuuming
What's the point of having a Lift Away feature if you CAN'T vacuum UNDER anything? Once the "pod" is separated, the vacuum head with the rollers is inoperable. My previous Shark vacuum at the same price point had this feature. Now it's only offered for the top of the line models. Ridiculous!
1 reply from SharkNinja team - 28 days ago
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're so sorry to hear that the Lift-Away feature didn’t meet your expectations, especially after having a previous Shark model that allowed you to vacuum under furniture more easily. We'll share your comments with our product team so they’re aware of how this change is affecting long-time users. We’re always working to improve our designs, and feedback like yours is incredibly valuable. Kind regards, Shark Clean
2 out of 5 stars
24 September, 2025
Breaks once warranty is up
Good vacuum while it lasts. But once your 2 year warranty is up it breaks and you are out of luck. Guess you need to buy an almost $400 vacuum every 2 years which is quite crazy.
5 out of 5 stars
10 September, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
Powerful vacuum
This was a replacement to my previous shark vacuum. I’m very pleased with the power this vacuum offers. One negative I see with this vacuum is the power cord is too short. I have a small 804 sq ft home and I have to move and plug into two different rooms to be able to vacuum my entire house.
5 out of 5 stars
27 July, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

Great vacuum
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a nice vacuum. It picks up everything! I love that you can use it on different floor types. It’s not too heavy. It has been easy to maintain so far as well.
5 out of 5 stars
5 July, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
Great features! Easy to use! The suction is so gre
I’ve been using my new Vacuum for a couple of weeks now. I absolutely love it! My Dyson quit working on me. So I ordered this Shark. It is lightweight, easy to use and so versatile. I love that the hose can detach and it works so well. Much better than your typical upright vac. Thank you shark! The sickroom is amazing too!!
5 out of 5 stars
24 June, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
Excellent vacuum
Excellent vacuum. The best Shark I have had out of 5. Easy to use, lightweight and does a thorough job
4 out of 5 stars
16 June, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
Expensive for not delivering all promised!
I bought this a few weeks ago in hopes of it being as good as the Shark Apex Duo Clean I had for years. Not quite but okay. Doesn’t pickup going backwards like it says it will. Also have to go over several times on hardwood floors to pickup cat litter.
5 out of 5 stars
15 June, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
I love the carpet to floor transition option!
The Lift Away vacuum is so light and so powerful. I love that it’s easy to use the attachments and that the adjustments go from carpeting to wood floors without having to give it any thought.
3 out of 5 stars
11 June, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
Good vacuum
I bought this about two weeks ago. Best detection,great self cleaning fins. Need more attachments and longer flexible crevis tool. Quality is nit like my other shark this one does fix but feels so cheap on the Quality.
1 reply from SharkNinja team - 5 months ago
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're so sorry to hear that you aren't happy with the quality and lack of attachments for your Shark vacuum. We will absolutely share your feedback with the relevant teams for consideration on future products. If you need any help with your product, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team by phone at 1-855-427-5127. Kind regards, Shark Clean
3 out of 5 stars
1 June, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
DOES NOT LIKE PET HAIR
I purchased this vacuum about 1 year ago. First couple of times I used it I hated it from the start. If you have even the smallest snag in your rug it will catch it. Dust collects on the outside of the vacuum from the static. It is not pet hair friendly! You have to dig it out. Do not recommend this vacuum.
1 reply from SharkNinja team - 5 months ago
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're so sorry to hear that you’re having trouble with your Shark vacuum. Please reach out to our team by phone at 1-855-427-5127, we'd be happy to look into this for you. Kind regards, Shark Clean
5 out of 5 stars
31 May, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
Happy Vacuuming
So far so good! Picks up a ton of dirt. Very happy with my purchase.
5 out of 5 stars
29 May, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
Great features
Got this is a replacement so far so good love the sweeper shark is very simple easy to work with very kind people will always go shark
5 out of 5 stars
22 May, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
Amazing Shark!
Love my new shark! The suction is amazing. It is fairly light to use. The deodorizer, automatic floor detection, and no hair wrap are great features. One thing I would like is for the cord to be a little longer.
5 out of 5 stars
20 May, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
AWESOME SUCTION!
I have 7 cats, and the Shark Detect life Away vacuum cleaner sucks up every hairball of hair, I will upgrade to highest Shark Detect when my budget allows!
5 out of 5 stars
8 May, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
love this Vac.
I love it. it has great suction and I like the new roller, where the hair does not get wrapped around it. My only complaint is the cord is really stiff.
5 out of 5 stars
26 April, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
Great Suction.
I am a shark user for over 35 years. I finally purchased a new one because my old was slowly falling apart many of the plastic components were becoming so brittle. Shark vacuum have the best suction I have ever seen. So lightweight, great features and so easy to maneuver
3 out of 5 stars
14 April, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
When it works it works great.
When it works it works great. Unfortunately after maybe a month of owning the floor type detect sensor gave out and it switches back and forth between carpet and hardwood non stop, making vacuuming impossible unless I put it in manual mode. It also has now decided to suck all air in through this little vent at the bottom of the dust collector bin part that holds all the dirt which is incredibly loud, even though I’ve gone through the entire thing and there’s nothing blocking any of the hoses. For how expensive this vacuum is, I shouldnt have to be putting this much work into figuring out problems instead of vacuuming
1 reply from SharkNinja team - 7 months ago
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're so sorry to hear that you’re having trouble with your vacuum. Please reach out to our team by phone at 1-855-427-5127, we'd be happy to look into this for you. Kind regards, Shark Clean
3 out of 5 stars
4 April, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
Hate the form roller on carpet. Works great on ha.
This was a replacement vacuum sent to me by shark. Does not work good on carpet.
1 reply from SharkNinja team - 7 months ago
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're so sorry to hear that you're having issues with your replacement vacuum. Upon review, we can see that the issue was rectified. If you need any help with your product, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team by phone at 1-855-427-5127. Kind regards, Shark Clean
3 out of 5 stars
27 March, 2025
originally posted on sharkninja.com
A little disappointed
I almost want to send it back because of the plastic cord you put on it. Why ruin a vacuum with a stiff plastic cord. It fights against me , not works with me . As far as the vacuuming goes- it’s ok. I don’t think the backward vacuuming picks up too well
1 reply from SharkNinja team - 7 months ago
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're so sorry to hear that you aren't happy with the make of the cord for your Shark. We will absolutely share your feedback with the relevant teams for consideration on future products. If you need any help with your product, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team by phone at 1-855-427-5127. Kind regards, Shark Clean