HyLite 2 vs BU3521UK Cordless Vacuums

Torn between HyLite 2 and BU3521UK for your next cordless vacuum?

We examine the HyLite 2 – a battery-power vacuum by Gtech, comparing runtime, dust tank, and costs, with – BU3521UK by Shark, analysing real-world vacuuming performance.

By assessing these vacuums – the HyLite 2 and BU3521UK from GTECH and SHARK, you get the best floorcare machine.

Best Cordless Vacuum Pick

GTECH HyLite 2 vs SHARK BU3521UK – key Specifications

HyLite 2 and BU3521UK Cordless Battery Run Time

GTECH Stick cordless vacuums, like the HyLite 2, provides lightweight portability without mains cables. BU3521UK Stick is also cordlessly powered by a SHARK rechargeable battery.

The Shark BU3521UK has a battery supply runtime of 40 minutes of cleaning, compared to the Gtech HyLite 2 which has 20 minutes life.

• GTECH HyLite 2 Runtime: 20 mins continuous vacuuming
• SHARK BU3521UK Runtime: 40 mins continuous vacuuming

Charging times between the HyLite 2 and BU3521UK varies – check manual.

Cordless Vacuum Dust Tank Capacity

Both Gtech HyLite 2 and Shark BU3521UK are bagless, storing dust, hairs, dirt, and debris inside a sealed 0.3 litre and 0.42 litre tank, respectively. The BU3521UK by SHARK holds up to 0.42 Litre of compressed dirty particles. The HyLite 2 by GTECH has a capable capacity of 0.3 litre for manual disposable.

• HyLite 2 onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.3L
• BU3521UK onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.42L

Floor Cleaning Types

Gtech’s HyLite 2 and Shark’s BU3521UK 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 BU3521UK and HyLite 2 can’t vacuum liquids. For this, a SHARK or GTECH ‘wet and dry’ vacuum is needed.

Most Gtech and Shark battery powered vacuums include accessories. Check HyLite 2 or BU3521UK manual for specifications and attachments.

Vacuum Filtration

The BU3521UK and GTECH HyLite 2 include effective filters to capture dust, dander, pollen, hairs, and fibres.

GTECH and SHARK use HEPA, foam, or cloth, filters. HyLite 2 and BU3521UK maintain suction and clean exhaust air.

SHARK and GTECH Reviews

Combined feedback from 783 reviewers shows the HyLite 2 with a rating of 4.6/5 stars, and the BU3521UK vacuum gains a 4.4/5 average from 128 reviews, showing comparable reliability results.

Brand	Model	Runtime	Weight	Tank	Best Price
GTECH	HyLite 2	20 M	1.5	0.3L	£149.00
SHARK	BU3521UK	40 M	2.7	0.42L	£349.99