DuoFlex HX1 Extra vs PowerDetect IP1251UKT Cordless Vacuums

Torn between DuoFlex HX1 Extra and PowerDetect IP1251UKT for your next cordless vacuum?

We examine the DuoFlex HX1 Extra – a battery-power vacuum by Miele, comparing runtime, dust tank, and costs, with – PowerDetect IP1251UKT by Shark, analysing real-world vacuuming performance.

By assessing these vacuums – the DuoFlex HX1 Extra and PowerDetect IP1251UKT from MIELE and SHARK, you get the best floorcare machine.

Best Cordless Vacuum Pick

MIELE DuoFlex HX1 Extra vs SHARK PowerDetect IP1251UKT – key Specifications

DuoFlex HX1 Extra and PowerDetect IP1251UKT Cordless Battery Run Time

MIELE Stick cordless vacuums, like the DuoFlex HX1 Extra, provides lightweight portability without mains cables. PowerDetect IP1251UKT Stick is also cordlessly powered by a SHARK rechargeable battery.

The Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT has a battery supply runtime of 70 minutes of cleaning, compared to the Miele DuoFlex HX1 Extra which has 55 minutes life.

• MIELE DuoFlex HX1 Extra Runtime: 55 mins continuous vacuuming
• SHARK PowerDetect IP1251UKT Runtime: 70 mins continuous vacuuming

Charging times between the DuoFlex HX1 Extra and PowerDetect IP1251UKT varies – check manual.

Cordless Vacuum Dust Tank Capacity

Both Miele DuoFlex HX1 Extra and Shark PowerDetect IP1251UKT are bagless, storing dust, hairs, dirt, and debris inside a sealed 0.3 litre and 0.7 litre tank, respectively. The PowerDetect IP1251UKT by SHARK holds up to 0.7 Litre of compressed dirty particles. The DuoFlex HX1 Extra by MIELE has a capable capacity of 0.3 litre for manual disposable.

• DuoFlex HX1 Extra onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.3L
• PowerDetect IP1251UKT onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.7L

Floor Cleaning Types

Miele’s DuoFlex HX1 Extra and Shark’s PowerDetect IP1251UKT brush heads are effective on every surface – carpets & deep-pile rugs, hard floors (laminate, wood, tiles), vinyl, even upholstery, and stairs.

Their only limitation is the PowerDetect IP1251UKT and DuoFlex HX1 Extra can’t vacuum liquids. For this, a SHARK or MIELE ‘wet and dry’ vacuum is needed.

Most Miele and Shark battery powered vacuums include accessories. Check DuoFlex HX1 Extra or PowerDetect IP1251UKT manual for specifications and attachments.

Vacuum Filtration

The PowerDetect IP1251UKT and MIELE DuoFlex HX1 Extra include effective filters to capture dust, dander, pollen, hairs, and fibres.

MIELE and SHARK use HEPA, foam, or cloth, filters. DuoFlex HX1 Extra and PowerDetect IP1251UKT maintain suction and clean exhaust air.

SHARK and MIELE Reviews

Combined feedback from 31 reviewers shows the DuoFlex HX1 Extra with a rating of 4.8/5 stars, and the PowerDetect IP1251UKT vacuum gains a 4.4/5 average from 91 reviews, showing comparable reliability results.

Brand	Model	Runtime	Weight	Tank	Best Price
MIELE	DuoFlex HX1 Extra	55 M	3.1	0.3L	£299.00
SHARK	PowerDetect IP1251UKT	70 M	3.7	0.7L	£499.99