[Loneoak]

I asked this question once and the replies were split between the Dyson stick vac and the Shark Rocket. At home I have a Dyson cannister vac and also a Dyson hand vac (great for bugs!). I ended up getting the Shark mainly due to the price difference.

The Shark needs power to run, the Dyson charges.

I brought both (Dyson hand vac & Shark) to Florida and am glad I did. The Dyson hand vac was so much easier to use for bugs and quick clean-ups. We brought about a thousand Asian lady beetles with us and had to suck up several dozen every day.

The Shark did a great job as a vacuum for regular cleaning.

Knowing what I know now, If a person does not have a Dyson hand vac, I would recommend the Dyson stick vac as it converts easily to a hand vac. The Shark also does, but with a cord, and is larger. To take it out as a hand vac for quick clean-ups would be a bit more onerous, especially since it is stored in the back of the bedroom closet. Since I already had the Dyson hand vac, I believe I made the right choice for us.