The Shark? Vertex? Speed with Powered Lift-Away? is an ultra-powerful upright vacuum, with incredible suction for cleaning on both hard floors and carpets. This upright vacuum is loaded with Shark s most innovative cleaning technologies, like DuoClean? PowerFins?. While the soft front roller pulls in particles, PowerFins? deliver continuous cleaning contact to dig deep into carpets, directly engage floors, and pick up more in every pass (vs. original DuoClean). Powered Lift-Away? lets you detach the pod to clean under furniture with the motorized nozzle, or remove the nozzle with the push of a button to clean above-floor areas. Anti-Allergen Complete Seal Technology? and a HEPA filter trap 99.9% of dust and allergens inside the vacuum, keeping them out of the air you breathe. (Based on ASTM F1977 of particles .3 microns or larger.) The self-cleaning brushroll gives the Vertex? Speed powerful pet hair pickup with no hair wrap. Powerful LED headlights on the nozzle reveal hidden debris around your home to ensure you don t miss a mess. Active Glide? technology means the Vertex Speed has smooth maneuverability on hard floors and carpets while maintaining powerful suction. Attach the cleaning accessories to help tackle stubborn pet hair and hard-to-reach spaces. The Shark Vertex? Speed with Powered Lift-Away? has the power and innovation to take your cleaning to the next level.