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This number includes the Shark HydroVac Pro XL: Shark's cordless vacuum and mop combo model that is significantly cheaper (but less powerful) than Dyson's cordless vacuum mop. Shark doesn't ask ...

The Dyson motor unit is heavier – and feels noticeably heavy for a cordless stick vacuum – while the Shark model has a weirdly heavy main floorhead and a slightly lighter motor unit.