Weight: The vacuum’s weight may also be an important factor, since it can contribute to ease of use or be a hassle to move. “A lightweight and ergonomically-designed model can significantly ease the cleaning process, making it less of a chore,” says Tim David, CEO at Airlucent. “It’s especially important for cleaning stairs, upholstery, or high areas where maneuvering a bulky vacuum (like one with a canister) can be tedious.” Especially if you’re a pet owner, or if you plan or vacuuming some areas, like the living room, every day.
However, keep in mind that you may need to find a balance. According to Alessandro, a lightweight doesn’t necessarily mean more premium. “Many vacuum cleaners are lighter because they’re using cheap plastic,” she explains. “There’s a balance between quality and weight, and I would stay in the 6–9 pound area, again, considering the quality is worth it.”
Surfaces: “Cordless stick vacuum cleaners are designed to clean a variety of floor types, including hardwood floors, carpeted floors, rugs, tile, and laminate floors, and also stairs, and furniture (like couches and chairs),” says Marla .
But, if you have carpet floors and rugs, Alessandro recommends spending a bit more to get a vacuum with high suction power. “For hard floors, look for soft roller cleaner heads, because ‘standard’ cleaner heads sometimes scratch the surface, especially to delicate floors,” she says.
Suction: David tells us that suction power is the heart of a vacuum’s performance. “Pick a model with strong enough suction to effectively pick up dirt for the floor that you are going to use it on.,” he explains. “Carpets and rugs will need a strong suction, whereas hard floors could be effective with less suction.”
Also, keep in mind that the average cordless vacuum might have strong suction, but it’s not going to compare to upright vacuums.
Dustbin size: When deciding what size bin would be suitable Katie says you should consider factors like pets, home size, and vacuum usage frequency. Marla says dustbins generally range from 0.3 liters to 1.5 liters in capacity.” Smaller dustbins are suitable for quick clean-ups and small spaces,” she says. “Larger dustbins are preferred for larger homes or spaces and require less emptying of the dustbin during cleaning sessions.”
What is the best and most powerful stick vacuum?
The best and most powerful stick vacs are the LG Cord Zero, Samsung Bespoke Jet AI, and Dyson Gen 5. All three are built with high quality and durable components. These three also excel in power and boost suction power as needed. The multi-surface brushrolls swivel well, and can clean well on both carpets and hard floors. In addition, the three vacuums are use HEPA filtration, ease of use is excellent, and the vacuums are versatile enough to convert to a handheld vacuum. We also consider the Shark, Bissell, and Tineco models on our list to be some of the best cordless vacuums. Still, if we had to choose three, those would be our top choices.
Is a Shark or Tineco cordless vacuum better?
One brand is not necessarily better than another one, so the choice should be based on what’s more important to you. For example, both the Shark and Tineco models on our list have a 70-minute runtime, and a self-standing and self-emptying clean station. The Tineco has a 12-stage filtration system, and LED headlight. On the other hand, the Shark has 2 brushrolls, and a flex wand for reaching under furniture. Weighing which features are more important to you can determine which cordless stick vacuum is better for your needs.
Which vacuum cleaner has the best battery life?
The LG Cord Zero comes with two swappable batteries (60 minutes each) for a total of 120 minutes, making it the vacuum cleaner with the longest battery life. The Samsung Bespoke Jet AI provides 100 minutes on a single charge, so it has the longest battery life without swapping out batteries.
What else is important in battery life?
Manufacturers tend to list a vacuum cleaner’s battery life based on usage in the lowest or eco mode. Keep in mind that when you shift to a higher mode, the battery will run out much quicker. For example, the vacuum’s battery may last 60 minutes in low or eco mode, but only 30 minutes in high mode. That’s why some people might want to use cordless stick vacuums for quick and light messes, but keep an upright with a canister for larger spaces and bigger messes that require longer cleaning sessions. If convenience is your primary concern, consider one of the best robot vacuums instead.
How do you clean a cordless stick vacuum?
Specific instructions may vary by manufacturer and model, but as a general rule, you should remove and empty the dust bin (if it’s not a self-cleaning vacuum) into the trash and clean any trapped debris. Remove and rinse the filters or wash with soapy water according to directions. Clean the brush heads and accessories by first removing any debris, and then rinsing under running water. Never submerge the main body containing the motor in water.
What are the best cordless stick vacuums for pet hair?
Several cordless stick vacuums are ideal for pet hair. The LG Cord Zero offers the right combo of power, suction, and lights to see hidden pet hair. The compressor also packs pet hair down so you don’t have to stop and empty the dust bin so often. The Samsung Bespoke Jet is another powerful option that has an anti-tangle pet hair tool for removing pet hair from various surfaces. The Dyson Gen5 Detect Absolute has a digital motorbar cleaning head with 56 detangling vanes to remove wrapped hair, along with a hair screw tool attachment for pet beds. Last but not least, the Bissell Cleanview Pet has a tangle-free brushroll, LED lights on its floor head, and a deep cleaning fur brush.
