Shark's new PowerPro cordless vacuum has Brits 'shocked' at what came up from the carpet

Shark has cut more than £70 off a new vacuum cleaner that has left Brits 'shocked' at what it removed from their carpets. The is down to £179 from the usual £249.99. This marks a £70.99 or 28% discount, with the same deal also available from and . The PowerPro is said to deliver 'powerful' suction and cleaning performance, with its 'FloorDetect' technology automatically adjusting brush-roll speed depending on the food surface. It also features Shark's Anti Hair Wrap technology that separates and removes both long and short hair from the brush-roll as it cleans, making it ideal for homes with pets. The vacuum's 'Flexology' wand allows for easy cleaning under furniture, while also saving space when folded over in freestanding storage.

The Shark PowerPro can run for up to 50 minutes from a single charge, while its extra-large dustbin means it needs emptying less often. With the vacuum, shoppers will also receive several accessories including a crevice tool and upholstery tool for cleaning various surfaces around the house. The PowerPro deal rivals Dyson's own Spring sale, which has seen the - Dyson's 'most powerful V8 ever' - drop from £329.99 to £249.99. However, this has a shorter 40-minute runtime compared to the Shark and lower review score of 4.4 stars.

For a more affordable option, Amazon is currently offering the at £135.98 for Prime members, which boasts a longer 60-minute runtime but a lower review score of 4.6. These compare to the 's 4.7-star review after 43 ratings - 41 of which are four or five stars.

One happy customer said: "I was quite shocked after I first used my new vacuum cleaner - the amount of dirt and fluff which came out of my carpet was scary. It made me feel quite embarrassed like I'd never cleaned my carpet before, which of course I had. This vacuum is so much more powerful than my previous cordless."

Another said: "I found this really helpful for vacuuming all over the house, especially the stairs. Not having to fuss with a cord made things infinitely more convenient. This also had suction power I felt was stronger than any other vacuum I've had, including some more expensive ones, and it was by far the quietest vacuum I've used. As a bonus, I also found it simple to clean out after each use."

A third said: "I have just bought this cleaner and used it after vacuuming with my old Shark. I couldn't believe the difference between them. The new cleaner was so efficient and picked up a load of dog hairs the old one wouldn't. It is light and easy to handle and the tools from the old machine fit the new one."

However, despite their five-star review, the same buyer added: "I agree with other comments that the bin is a bit small but it doesn't bother me."