When it comes to vacuums, we are interested in the ones that have the capability to clean up pet hair, and of course general mess.
Shark offers several upright vacuums like this, and in the guide below, we’ve compared the upright Shark Rotator Professional vs TruePet vacuum models.
We’ve also compared these vacuums specifically to the Dyson Ball Animal 2 vacuum.
We look at the main features of these models, and also also whether they might be worth purchasing.
Let’s take a better look at them!
(NOTE: this is a general information guide only, and is not professional advice, or a substitute for professional advice. A qualified vet or animal expert is the only person qualified to give you expert advice in regards to your pet/s)
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Shark Rotator Professional vs TruePet vs Dyson Ball Animal 2
If you prefer, you can go straight to viewing these vacs here:
Shark Professional
Shark TruePet
- Shark Rotator Powered Lift-Away TruePet Upright Vacuum, Bordeaux (NV752) (on Amazon)
- Shark Rotator Powered Lift Away TruePet, Renewed Model (on Amazon) – note that this model is renewed (works and looks like new – professionally inspected, tested and cleaned by Amazon-qualified suppliers), but is pre-owned
Ball Animal 2
Shark Rotator Professional vs TruePet vs Dyson Ball Animal 2: Main Differences, & Which To Get?
Overall
Each of these vacuums are well rated.
If you are looking for a mid to high tier upright, corded vacuum, the Shark vacuums are both worth your consideration.
If you want one of the top tier, most power suction vacuums on the market, the Ball Animal 2 is certainly worth your consideration.
In addition to these Shark Rotator models and Dyson Ball Animal 2, you may want to check out the Eureka PowerSpeed, BISSELL Cleanview Swivel Pet, and the Shark Navigator Professional models as other upright, corded vacuum alternatives.
Models like the Shark Vertex DuoClean Powerfins and Shark APEX DuoClean are some of the top tier vacuums on the market right now.
Similarities
The Ball Animal 2 is an upright, corded vacuum like the Shark Rotator models.
Like the Shark models, is can be used on floor surfaces, but also for above floor cleaning with a hose and cleaning wand.
In terms of comparing the Shark models to each other …
Both are upright, corded vacuums that work with the Rotator and swivel steering technology.
They can both be used on several floor surfaces, but also have Lift Away capability to clean above floor level.
They both have the LED lights on the cleaning head for extra visibility.
The also both have multi year limited warranties.
Differences
The Dyson Ball Animal 2 is designed to be one of the most powerful suction vacuums on the market.
It works with some of Dyson’s patented technology such as the Ball system for maneuvering/steering, and whole machine filtration.
Compared to the Shark models which are more mid/top tier vacuums in terms of features and price, the Dyson Ball Animal 2 fits into that top tier of vacuums that boast the most powerful suction.
Some main differences between the Shark models are:
The TruePet works with Powered Away, and the Professional with regular Lift Away. Powered Lift Away allows the brush roll to keep spinning while in Lift Away cleaning
The TruePet has fingertip controls to change between carpet and hard floor suction, and the Professional doesn’t have fingertip controls
The Professional has a bigger dirt cup capacity
The Professional has slightly higher rated Wattage and Amps
They each may come with slightly different cleaning tools
Shark Rotator Professional vs TruePet vs Dyson Ball Animal 2: Main Features
Professional NV501
An upright, corded vacuum
Can clean different types of floor surfaces
Has Lift Away feature that allows the pod/canister to be lifted away and for you to clean above floor level. A hose (8.4 feet long) and cleaning wand assist with this
Has Rotator technology and advanced swivel steering for better maneuverability and control when cleaning
Has the Anti Allergen Complete Seal System
Has LED lights on the cleaning head
Has a dust cup capacity of 1.3 quarts
Has a 30 foot long power cord
Comes with several cleaning tools
Vacuum weighs 15.4 pounds
Rated at 1200 watts, and 10 Amps
Has a 5 year limited warranty
TruePet NV572
An upright, corded vacuum
Can clean different floor surface types
Has a cleaning wand and hose that can extend to clean above floor level, and has Powered Lift Away which means you can use a motorized/spinning brush roll whilst in lift away cleaning
Has fingertip controls that allow you to switch from hard floor to carpet mode
Works with the Rotator and swivel steering technology
Has the Anti-Allergen Complete Seal Technology
Has advanced swivel steering
Has LED lights on the vacuum cleaning head
Comes with several cleaning tools
Dust cup capacity is 0.88 quarts
Vacuum weighs 16.7 lbs
Rated at 1150 Watts, and 9.5 Amps
Electrical Cord is 30 feet
Has a 5 year limited warranty
Upright Dyson Ball Animal Vacuums
You can read a comparison guide of the Dyson Ball Animal vacuums here, along with a list of the main features of each model.
*Note that things such as the warranty length, cleaning accessory inclusions, and features can change over time. Check them before you purchase.
Shark Vacuum Comparison Guide
You can view a Shark Navigator vs Rotator vs Rocket vs APEX vs Vertex Comparison Guide here.
Best Vacuums For Pets
You can read about a list of the top rated vacuums for pets in this guide.
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