Shark Steam & Scrub Steam Mop, All-in-One Hard Floor Cleaner, Grey, S8001

The Shark S8001 is a steam mop with an automatic scrubbing head, designed for households where a standard steam mop leaves too much elbow grease on the table. Instead of relying on you to push and scrub, its rotating microfiber pads spin at over 150 scrubs per minute and do the mechanical work of lifting stuck-on food, grease, and grime from sealed hard floors. It suits anyone who wants a deeper clean than a traditional steam mop provides, without getting down on their hands and knees.

The three steam modes are one of the more practical features here. Light mode is meant for quick daily passes, Normal handles routine cleaning, and Deep mode directs more steam at stubborn stains. Being able to dial up or down means you can use the mop frequently without over-saturating a sensitive floor like hardwood, and then push it harder when something sticky has dried on the tile. The built-in LED headlights are a small but genuinely useful addition: they cast light forward across the floor surface, making it easy to spot dust, pet hair, and crumbs that blend into the floor under normal room lighting.

The mop ships with four Dirt-Grip textured microfiber pads, all machine washable. That means you can swap a soiled pad mid-session and toss the used ones in the laundry rather than buying disposables. The water tank is removable, so you carry it to the sink to fill it rather than wrestling the whole mop over to a tap. The listing describes it as large enough to clean for a meaningful stretch without constant refills, though the exact capacity is not specified.

A few limits are worth knowing before you buy. This mop is designed exclusively for sealed hard floors. If you have unsealed wood, natural stone without a sealant, or any carpet, it is not the right tool. The listing also notes that sanitization claims require you to follow specific directions in the owner's guide, so that benefit is not automatic. Cord length is not stated, which could matter if your rooms are large or outlets are few.

Verdict: The S8001 is a strong choice for anyone with a home full of sealed hard floors who wants to cut down on scrubbing effort while getting a cleaner result than a basic steam mop delivers. The combination of automatic rotating pads, adjustable steam, and washable pads makes it a practical everyday tool. If your floors are mostly carpet, or you prefer a cordless setup, you will want to look elsewhere.

A great fit if you:

• Have sealed hard floors throughout your home, such as tile, hardwood, vinyl, laminate, marble, or stone
• Deal with stuck-on messes regularly and want the mop to do the scrubbing rather than doing it yourself
• Prefer reusable, washable pads over buying disposable refills on a recurring basis
• Want the option to adjust steam intensity depending on the floor type or the size of the mess

Consider something else if you:

• Have carpeted rooms or unsealed floors that should not be exposed to steam
• Need a cordless mop that can reach anywhere in a large space without an outlet nearby

What floor types can this mop be used on?
It is designed for all sealed hard floors, including hardwood, marble, tile, stone, laminate, and vinyl. It is not intended for unsealed surfaces or carpet.

How many pads come in the box, and can they be laundered?
Four Dirt-Grip microfiber pads are included. All four are machine washable, so you can reuse them rather than replacing them after each cleaning session.

Does it actually sanitize floors?
The mop is described as capable of sanitizing floors, but the listing is clear that you must follow the specific directions in the owner's guide exactly. Sanitization is not guaranteed simply by running the mop over the floor.

Can I choose how much steam it produces?
Yes. There are three modes: Light for quick cleanups, Normal for everyday use, and Deep for heavy stains and stuck-on messes. You select the level that matches the cleaning task.