Shark Navigator Swivel Pro Upright Vacuum NV181 12" Cleaning Path Red
$179.99
In Stock
Eligible for registries and wish lists
At a glance
About this item
Additional product information and recommendations
Discover more options
Frequently bought together
Guests also viewed
- $79.99reg $99.99 Sale4.6 out of 5 stars with 73 ratings
Related Categories
Guests are saying
The vacuum has received mixed feedback from guests, with many praising its strong suction power and ease of use, particularly for pet hair. However, several guests reported issues with reliability, including loss of suction and mechanical failures within a short period. While some guests found it lightweight and easy to maneuver, others expressed frustration over frequent clogs and the vacuum's tendency to tip over. Overall, it offers good performance for cleaning but may require regular maintenance.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.0 out of 5 stars with 600 reviews
55% would recommend
147 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
15 June, 2026Verified purchase
New vacuum
Easy to use and great sucking power
2 out of 5 stars
15 June, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Flimsier and more awkward than their past offerings in this price range.
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 4 days ago
Hi there, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re disappointed to hear that the vacuum feels less sturdy and more awkward to use than expected. We’ll be sure to pass your comments along to our product development team as we continue to improve our products. If you ever need product support or assistance choosing a vacuum that better suits your needs, please contact our customer service team at 1 855 427 5127, available Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET. Kind regards, Shark Home
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
14 June, 2026Verified purchase
Breaks easily
This vacuum broke within a couple of months. I bought it because shark is usually a decent brand and the sale was good, but it’s not worth the money. Now I have to get yet another vacuum because this one doesn’t suction correctly so it doesn’t clean anything.
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 3 days ago
Hi Lillian, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re very disappointed to hear that the vacuum stopped working properly within such a short time and is no longer providing the suction you need. This is not the level of performance we aim to deliver, and we’d like to help troubleshoot this with you and see what might be causing the issue. Please contact our customer service team at 1 855 427 5127, available Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET, and we’ll be happy to assist you further. Kind regards, Shark Home
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
12 June, 2026
(no review title)
Just what I wanted
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
12 June, 2026Verified purchase
Was pleased at how well this worked
I like the fact that this has settings for floors and carpets and the suction is very good. The spinning brush really picks things up out of the carpet, but in my case it’s low pile so I can’t say how it would do on something longer pile.. emptying the canister is easy. And the cleaning head swivels not just back-and-forth for easy navigation.. It’s also possible to get about 6 inches underneath a couch if you lower the body of the vacuum as you’re pushing forward. There’s a nice long cord.. seems well made and should be durable although it won’t take a beating like some older model “hotel” type vacuums will. I don’t like the fact that the on-off switch you have to bend down to engage it. This review is based on my first day of using the vacuum. I was shocked at how much came out of my carpets. Be aware that very light weight carpets that are more like mats you can’t clean because the suction just pulls them right up into the cleaning brush. Also having a HEPA filter is a plus.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
12 June, 2026Verified purchase
Terrible dont buy
I actually hate this vacuum. I’ve owned many vacuums. This constantly gets clogged with most basic things that a vacuum should suck up like dust. If you are using the wand it constantly tips over. I don’t ever even write reviews but oh my gosh this thing sucks!!! I have to clean it out and unclog it constantly. Don’t buy it
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 6 days ago
Hi there, Thank you for your feedback on the Navigator. We understand how frustrating this must be, especially with constant clogging and poor suction. This isn’t our usual standard, and we’d appreciate the opportunity to help. For troubleshooting assistance, please contact our customer service team at 1-855-427-5127, available Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, and we’ll be happy to assist you further. Kind Regards, Shark Home
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
8 June, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Very satisfied with my purchase.
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
6 June, 2026Verified purchase
Hose ALWAYS breaks and leaks air in the system.
Mine is 1 year and 2 months old and the hose is already done for.
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 13 days ago
Hi Melissa, thank you for your feedback. We’re disappointed to hear that the hose has worn out after such a short period of use, as durability is an important part of the overall performance. We’d like the opportunity to look into this further and see how we can assist you. Please contact our customer service team at 1-855-427-5127 (Monday to Friday 9 a.m.–9 p.m. ET, Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m. ET), and we’ll be happy to help. Kind regards, Shark Home
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
26 May, 2026Verified purchase
Awful "vacuum"
If I could give it a zero star rating I would. This vacuum hasn’t been great since I’ve gotten it and today it just completely stopped working for me. I have cleaned the filters and brush and always stored it in my cleaning closet when not in use and it completely died on me while vacuuming a rug. Absolute garbage don’t waste your time buying this vacuum.
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 22 days ago
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We truly appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We’re very disappointed to hear about your experience and completely understand how frustrating it can be when a vacuum loses performance over time and ultimately stops working, especially after you’ve made the effort to maintain it properly. We’d really like the opportunity to make this right for you. Please reach out to our Customer Service team at 1-855-427-5127. We’re available Monday–Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, and our team will be more than happy to look into this further and explore a solution with you. Kind regards, Shark Home
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
25 May, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Stopped working properly within 4 months of purchase.
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 23 days ago
Hi Melissa, Thank you for your feedback. We’re really disappointed to hear that your Navigator stopped working properly within such a short time. This isn’t our usual standard, and we understand how frustrating this must be. For further assistance, please contact our customer service team at 1-855-427-5127, available Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, and we’ll do everything we can to make this right. Kind Regards, Shark Home
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
20 May, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
This machine clogged after I use and I am a tidy housekeeper so it is not like I had not vacuumed in months. Highly disappointing.
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 28 days ago
Hello there, Thank you for sharing your review. We're truly sorry to hear about your challenges with the Shark Navigator vacuum. We understand the disappointment when it clogs, especially when you're unable to effectively complete your cleaning tasks. You deserve a smooth and effortless experience, and we encourage you to contact us at 1-855-427-5127. We're available Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET. Kind regards, Shark Home
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
18 May, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Broke after 5 months, no longer suctions
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 1 month ago
Hi Samantha, Thank you for your feedback. We’re really disappointed to hear that your Navigator stopped working after a short time and is no longer providing suction. This isn’t the experience we want for our customers, and we understand how frustrating this must be. Please contact our customer service team at 1-855-427-5127, available Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, and we’ll do everything we can to make this right. Kind Regards, Shark Home
1 out of 5 stars
17 May, 2026Verified purchase
Same your money and your sanity...don't buy.
Terrible purchase. I have had to open this vacuum to troubleshoot more than any vacuum I’ve ever owned. I’ve only used it about 10 times. Now the brush won’t turn rendering it useless. Checked all clog points per guide and the belt seems intact. One other piece of terrible is it falls over anytime you use the handle wand for corners and edges, which was why I bought it. The engineer of this model should have to pay me for my hours of maintenance on a brand new vacuum. Tossing it to keep my sanity.
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 1 month ago
Hello Jessica, we’re very sorry to hear about your experience. Having to troubleshoot a vacuum after such limited use, especially with the brushroll and stability issues you’ve described, is understandably frustrating. That’s not the reliability or design we aim to deliver. Your feedback is appreciated and will be shared with our team, and Shark Customer Care may be able to assist with warranty support or replacement options. Feel free to contact us at 1-855-427-5127 (Monday to Friday: 9 AM to 9 PM ET and Saturday: 9 AM to 6 PM ET). We’re here to help. Kind Regards, Shark Home
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
14 May, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
suction not good, had to go over my rug a couple of times
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 1 month ago
Hi there, thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re disappointed to hear that the suction isn’t meeting your expectations and that you’ve had to go over your rug multiple times. We understand how frustrating that can be, especially when you’re looking for effective, one‑pass cleaning. We’d like the opportunity to look into this further and help improve your experience. Please contact our customer service team at 1‑855‑427‑5127, available Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET. Your concerns have been noted, and we’ll take the appropriate steps to get this resolved. Kind regards, Shark Home
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
12 May, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Brand new right out of the box and the brush roll doesn't turn. Not on carpet or floor. Checked all the connections and tried troubleshooting still does not work.
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 1 month ago
Hello Lori, we’re very sorry to hear about this experience. A brush roll not working right out of the box is not expected, especially after troubleshooting. Your vacuum should be covered under the manufacturer warranty, and Shark Customer Care can help with replacement or repair options. Feel free to contact us at 1-855-427-5127 (Monday to Friday: 9 AM to 9 PM ET and Saturday: 9 AM to 6 PM ET). We’re here to help. Kind Regards, Shark Home
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
6 May, 2026
Didn't last a year, but good suction.
Worked great for about a year. I did have to constantly clean the roller and cut hair out of it, and it did get clogged quite a bit though. I liked the big tank that would hold a lot of debris. It started smelling like burning and made loud noises and stopped working in the middle of using it one day. Should last way more than 10-13 months… I do not recommend.
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 1 month ago
Hi Alysha, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re really sorry to hear that your unit stopped working and began making loud noises with a burning smell especially after just over a year of use. We understand how frustrating that must be, particularly when you were otherwise happy with features like the large debris tank.This certainly isn’t the experience we want for our customers, and we’d like the opportunity to help. Please give our support team a call at 1-855-427-5127, available Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET | Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, so we can take a closer look and assist further. Kind regards, Shark Home
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
5 May, 2026Verified purchase
Love It!
Works great!! This is an awesome vacuum. We didn’t realize how poorly our old vacuum was performing until we got this one. Strong suction, super easy to use and maneuver, and much quieter than our old B*ssell. 10/10 recommend.
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
29 April, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
I am 78years old little too heavy for me
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
28 April, 2026Verified purchase
Stopped working. No suction
Stopped Working. I do not even think I had this for a year. or maybe just completed the year.
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 2 months ago
Hello there, we’re sorry to hear your vacuum stopped working. That’s definitely frustrating, especially around the one‑year mark. Your Navigator may still be covered under warranty, and our Customer Care team would be happy to help review repair or replacement options. Thank you for sharing your experience. You can contact us at 1-855-427-5127 (Monday to Friday: 9 AM to 9 PM ET and Saturday: 9 AM to 6 PM ET). Kind regards, Shark Home
1 out of 5 stars
26 April, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
No problem with the product, but it said it was out for delivery for over 4 days. We called the shipping company they said a day ago it would be delivered before end of shift and they changed delivery date to yet another day. It was quite ridiculous considering I own a cleaning company and rely on products to get there at a decent time
1 reply from SharkNinja Product Expert team - 2 months ago
Hello Julia, thank you for sharing your experience. We’re sorry to hear about the delivery delays and the inconvenience this caused. We understand how important timely delivery is, especially when you rely on your equipment for your business. Since shipping is handled by the carrier or retailer, we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We’re glad to hear there were no issues with the product itself and thank you for your patience. Kind Regards, Shark Home