Shark NV380 Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe Upright Vacuum

Users report the NV380 picks up pet hair on both carpets and hard floors. Two-thirds of owners praise its ability to clean up after pets.

The swivel steering and 14.42 lb weight make it easy to move around. The lift-away feature also lets you access hard-to-reach areas without lugging the full unit.

The NV380 is a corded upright, so it doesn't have a battery. You plug it in during use, which gives you unlimited runtime and consistent suction.

For pet hair, look for strong suction (roughly 20,000 Pa or more on a robot vacuum, 150 AW or more on a cordless), a tangle-resistant brush roll, a dedicated pet tool, and HEPA filtration, which by definition captures 99.97% of particles at 0.3 microns. Dyson, Shark and Bissell all make well-reviewed pet models. Use the Pet Hair Specialist filter on our comparison table to see which ones are in stock and what they cost right now.

Most manufacturers suggest replacing filters every 3 to 6 months, depending on how often you vacuum and whether you have pets. HEPA filters usually last 12 to 18 months if you clean them regularly. Washable foam filters on bagless models should be rinsed every 1 to 2 weeks and dried fully before going back in. Replacements typically run $15 to $50. A clogged filter chokes airflow, so suction drops noticeably well before the filter looks dirty.