Cordless stick vacuum reviews 2023
Best cordless stick vacuum in 2023
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What's in this guide
- Best cordless stick vacuum for pet hair and deep carpet: Dyson V11 Animal
- A great affordable cordless stick vacuum: Bissell IconPet
- Best cordless stick vacuum for smaller jobs and smaller spaces: Shark Wandvac Cordless Stick Vacuum
- How we tested
- Other cordless vacuums we tested
Lindsay Boyers/CNN
Today’s cordless stick vacuums are a far cry from their bagged, corded ancestors. They’re compact, lightweight and impressively powerful — powerful enough to tackle most jobs around apartments or smaller homes, even challenging tasks like vacuuming up pet hair.
For the past two months, we put seven cordless stick vacuums highly rated by professional reviewers and everyday users to the test. We assessed performance, suction power, ease of use and battery life. And since finding the best vacuum for pet hair is always on our minds, we gave our five pets — two dogs and three cats — full reign of the house and then got to work, sucking up pet fur, cat litter and pine needles, along with all the dirt and debris that’s left behind on a daily basis.
We found three great stick vacuums for any kind of floor, and for jobs large and small.
Dyson V11 Animal
Best cordless stick vacuum for pet hair and deep carpet
Dyson
With impressive power and the ability to tackle cleaning tasks on surfaces ranging from high-pile carpet to hard floors, the Dyson V11 Animal is the most capable cordless stick vacuum we tested.
$699.00 $574.99 at Walmart $649.99 at The Home Depot
Bissell IconPet
A great affordable cordless stick vacuum
Amazon
A great performer on multiple surfaces, the Bissell IconPet does a solid job on multiple surfaces. It’s not as powerful or simple to empty as the Dyson, but a smaller power unit and dustbin make it easier to use in a handheld configuration.
$366 $244 at Bissell
Shark Wandvac Cordless Stick Vacuum
Best cordless stick vacuum for smaller jobs and smaller spaces
Amazon
Lightweight, maneuverable and with the easiest to use convertible handheld attachment of all the vacuums we tested, the Shark Wandvac is great for smaller homes or quick cleanups.
$248.99 $211.64 at Overstock $259.99 $239.99 at Walmart $259.99 at Best Buy
Dyson V11 Animal
Lindsay Boyers/CNNIf you’ve ever used a Dyson vacuum (or anything that Dyson makes, really), you’re probably not surprised to see that the Dyson V11 Animal came out on top. This stick vacuum is an absolute powerhouse that made easy work of everything we threw at it. It performed equally well on high- and low-pile area rugs and carpets, and all types of hard floors — vinyl, tile and hardwood. The swivel head and lightweight body — it weighs in at 6.68 pounds — also made it easy to move around the room.
The swivel head was especially impressive on carpets and area rugs. No animal fur, dirt or dust escaped the V11 Animal. It sucked up so much debris from our living room rug that we were as embarrassed as we were impressed by the results.
The V11 Animal has three modes — Boost, Auto and Eco — that you can easily cycle through with the touch of the button located on the LED screen. The vacuum defaults to Auto, which was plenty powerful for most of our needs, but the Boost mode was helpful for pulling dirt and heavier debris, like cat litter, out of plush carpet.
The screen has a battery monitor that gives you a rough estimate of how much battery life is left. In theory, the Dyson V11 will give you 60 minutes of continuous runtime on a full charge, but in reality, the usage drops down to 30 to 45 minutes when you’re using it on Auto or Boost, the latter of which sucks up the most juice. The 0.2-gallon (or 0.
76-liter) dustbin was one of the most generously sized in our testing pool, and though it made the V11 Animal one of the bulkier cordless sticks we tested, we’ll gladly take a little bit of bulk to have to empty it fewer times.
Aside from the main high-torque cleaning head, the Dyson V11 comes with four additional attachments — a combination tool, dirt brush, crevice tool and mini motorized tool — none of which are especially revolutionary, but they served their specific purposes well. You can swap out the main brush head for each attachment, or remove the wand portion altogether and use the V11 Animal as a handheld. It’s a bit bulky and heavy in this application, but we found it convenient for vacuuming couches, cat towers and the car.
There were only two minor things we didn’t love about the Dyson V11 Animal.
The first is that the power button operates on a trigger mechanism, meaning you have to continuously hold it down as you vacuum. We would have preferred to just switch it on and go but, on the plus side, the trigger mechanism makes it easy to shut it off quickly. The second — common to most of the cordless sticks we tested — is that it doesn’t stand on its own. If you’re using it around the house as part of your weekly chores and don’t return it to its dock right after using it, you have to lean it carefully against a wall or lay it down on the floor.
Bissell IconPet
Lindsay Boyers/CNN The Bissell IconPet got the job done on all types of floors and effectively sucked up everything from pet hair to pine needles from carpeted surfaces and smooth vinyl flooring with ease. It had slightly less suction power overall than the Dyson V11 Animal, so we found ourselves kicking it up into high gear more often, but it’s a capable cleaning tool on any surface.
On the highest setting, it formed a seal on carpets and rugs that helped pull up all types of debris, from lighter-weight pet fur that sat on top of the rugs and upholstery to heavier cat litter that we sprinkled into the plusher carpets.
The design is similar to the Dyson, with the power unit situated on the top of the machine. Like the Dyson, it has three power modes that you can toggle through with the touch of a button on the handle. The swivel head is a bit clunky, but it was easy enough to maneuver, and it lies down flat and easily reached under our coffee table and couches. It weighs in at around 7 pounds.
The Bissell IconPet comes with two attachments — a dusting brush combination tool with an LED light and a motorized brush roll tool that’s specifically designed to pull pet fur out of upholstery.
As with the Dyson, you can attach the tools directly to the power unit and use the vacuum as a handheld. Since the dustbin is almost 50% smaller, it was a lot less bulky and convenient to use in this configuration.
However, the dustbin was also part of the reason the Bissell IconPet earned the runner-up spot. It’s smaller than the Dyson V11’s and filled considerably faster, which meant more pauses to empty it. It also wasn’t as convenient. You have to manually remove it from the vacuum and manually pull out the filter to empty it, which makes the overall process a bit messier, too.
Shark Wandvac Cordless Stick Vacuum
Lindsay Boyers/CNN While the Shark Wandvac Cordless Stick Vacuum requires a little more effort, this vacuum made easy work of cleaning up debris from every type of floor, save for on high-pile carpet, where it required multiple passes.
It has a smaller dustbin than our other recommendations, so it isn’t suited to large homes or big cleanups, but its hidden feature — it incorporates Shark’s highly regarded Shark Handheld Wandvac as its power unit — makes it a contender for anyone who wants a multipurpose cleaning tool for smaller spaces.
The Wandvac only has one power mode, but that was enough for most of our needs. It doesn’t have the power of the Dyson and Bissell models we tested, and occasionally, we needed to do a few passes on extra dirty spots, but, overall, we were impressed at how well this vacuum picked up fur and pulled pine needles out of carpet.
At 2.1 pounds, it’s the most portable and lightweight on the list, so it was easy to bring from floor to floor and to maneuver around the room and under furniture.
It operates on an effortless swivel and lies down flat to reach under couches, the bed and other furniture.
To access the hidden Shark Handheld Wandvac, you just pull down on two release levers — there’s no reconfiguration of attachments required as is the case with the Dyson, Bissell and other competitors. Before trying this vacuum, we already owned a Shark Wandvac Handheld and it has been one of our favorite household cleaning tools. It’s small and maneuverable, and lets you get into tight spaces where the competition is too bulky to go.
The Wandvac Cordless Stick comes with a freestanding charging base which adds another layer to convenience. Unlike the Dyson and Bissell models, you don’t have to install the docking station on the wall, so you can easily move the vacuum from room to room without the need to reinstall the charging station.
One annoyance is that the dustbin release button is located directly below the power button. While the mechanisms are different — the power button is a push button and the dustbin operates on a toggle switch — we felt the close placement was a design flaw, and it’s way too easy to accidentally open the dustbin instead of turning the vacuum on or off. And since the dustbin can open while it’s attached to the vacuum and in use, we ended up with debris all over the floor a few times.
Overall, if you’re looking for a less-expensive lightweight stick vacuum for quick cleanups and could use a great handheld for tight spaces, the Shark Wandvac is a solid choice.
Lindsay Boyers/CNN
After scouring online user and professional reviews and product specifications, we chose seven stick vacuums to test. Each of the seven models are marketed toward users with pets. We decided to go this route because these vacuums are typically more powerful than other models, and they’re versatile too — they all come with upholstery tools that you can use even if you’re not plagued by pet fur everywhere.
We rated each vacuum on setup, different aspects of design like maneuverability and dustbin size and overall performance, considering things like suction power, effectiveness on different floor types and battery life.
- Each vacuum arrived in some degree of disassembly, so we lightly factored the setup process into our ratings.
Because this is something you only have to do once, we didn’t weigh it too heavily, but we did consider whether or not any of the models were especially difficult to put together.
- Ease of use/maneuverability: How easy was it to use the vacuum in different areas of the house? Part of the benefit of a stick vacuum over an upright is that they’re more convenient to use. We considered how well the vacuum swiveled and moved, how much it weighed and whether the design allowed it to reach under furniture and into tighter spaces. We also considered if the vacuum glided smoothly over carpets and hard floors or if it got stuck or pulled.
- Dustbin size: The size of the dustbin determines how often you have to stop and empty the vacuum canister. With a lot of pets, smaller dustbins can fill up quickly, so we factored this into our testing.
- Ease of emptying: In addition to the size of the dustbin, we considered how easy (or difficult) it was to empty the canister.
Was the process automatic, or did it require us to get our hands a little dirty? The answers helped us narrow down our top picks.
- Suction power: Suction power was one of the most important factors in our ratings. We tested the main brush head and each attachment on pet fur, cat litter, pine needles and the regular daily dirt and debris that inevitably get dragged into the house when you have two humans and five animals living there. We took note of the suction power when the dustbin was empty versus full, and whether a full dustbin negatively impacted the suction power. We also paid attention to battery life and noted whether or not suction power started to diminish as the battery drained.
- Effectiveness on different floor types: We tested each stick vacuum on four types of floors — carpet/rug, tile, vinyl and hardwood — using pet fur, cat litter and pine needles and took note of the performance as well as maneuverability.
- Effectiveness on different pile heights: In addition to testing on different types of floors, we tested each vacuum on high-pile (very plush) carpet, a medium-pile area rug and a low-pile area rug.
- Effectiveness on various surfaces: Since all of the vacuums came with targeted attachments aimed at vacuuming different surfaces, like stairs and upholstery, we tested how well they worked and how convenient they were to use. We vacuumed couches, cat towers, car seats and a mattress.
- Battery life: How much use we could get out of a single charge. One major perk of stick vacuums is that they operate on a battery, so you’re not tethered to the wall by an electrical cord. We timed how long each battery lasted on different power modes in between charges and factored this into our results.
You can’t really compare the Dyson Omni-Glide directly to the other models we tested.
It’s optimized for hard floors, and on those surfaces this vacuum’s performance is unmatched. It has two brush bars that are covered in soft nylon and engineered to pull both larger debris and finer particles, like dust, off hard floors. It effortlessly sucked up clumps of fur, pine needles and random dirt off tile, hardwood and vinyl floors without ever losing suction power or getting tangled.
The cleaner head is omni-directional, meaning it rotates 180 degrees, or any which way you turn it. This makes it the easiest to maneuver out of all the vacuums on the list (and all the vacuums we’ve ever tried). It glides smoothly over hard floors and gets right into corners, thanks to the brush head’s rectangular shape.
The main downside is the size of the dustbin.
It has a 0.05-gallon capacity, which translates to just under a cup. This is fine for quick touch-ups, but it filled up fast with five animals running around the house. The good news is that it’s easy to empty. It has what Dyson calls a “point and shoot” mechanism. Basically, you press a button, push down on the handle and the dirt and debris eject into the trash can without you having to get your hands dirty. If there’s a lot of pet fur in the dustbin, you might have to assist the emptying by pulling it out but for the most part, it’s pretty hands-free.
To be clear, because of the special brush rolls, this vacuum will only work on hard floors and does not effectively clean on any type of carpet, but if that’s what you need, get it now.
The Miele Triflex HX1 Cat & Dog performed similarly to the Bissell IconPet, but ultimately fell short for two reasons: It’s considerably more expensive (it is even more expensive than the Dyson V11 Animal) and wasn’t as easy to maneuver under couches and furniture.
But it has some interesting design features along with similar suction power and performance that may make it worthwhile if you like the options it offers
There were some standout features, though. The Miele Triflex HX1 Cat & Dog can be set up in three different configurations — power unit on top, power unit on bottom and handheld — a feature that’s exclusive to this model. It also adjusts the roller head and suction power automatically when you transition from carpet to hard floor, so you don’t have to fumble with manual settings. It was the most visually appealing of the bunch and it stands on its own, which seems like a minor detail but comes in really handy during use.
All in all, if you don’t mind shelling out the extra cash, you’ll likely be just as happy with the Miele Triflex HX1 Cat & Dog as you would the Bissell IconPet.
The Tineco A11 Tango has a design that’s almost identical to the Dyson V11 Animal, but it fell short of that model and others in terms of suction power. It was able to pull pet fur, cat litter and pine needles off hard floors and plush carpets, but it required more passes than the top picks. It also has a shorter run time — 40 minutes on a full charge compared to the 60 minutes of the others.
The pros are that it’s extremely lightweight and easy to maneuver — it weighs just 5.3 pounds — and it had the quietest operation of the bunch, even on the highest of its three settings.
The Hoover Onepwr Evolve Pet is a fairly impressive machine that you can nab for a fraction of the price of the other models.
While it gives off more of an upright vacuum than a stick vacuum vibe, it is cordless and works well on all types of flooring, though it struggles a little bit on really plush carpet. There are three settings — carpet, hard floor and no brush roll — that you can toggle through manually, and each does a decent job of sucking up all types of debris off various floor types, although high-pile carpet took a few passes.
We think the Hoover Onepwr Pet is a good choice for smaller living areas or homes that only have low-pile rugs or hard floors.
Note: The prices above reflect the retailers' listed price at the time of publication.
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The 6 Best Cordless Stick Vacuums - Winter 2023: Reviews
- Table of Contents
- Intro
- Best Vacuum
- Best Upper Mid-Range
- Best Mid-Range
- Best Budget
- Best Lightweight
- Best For Allergies
- Notable Mentions
- Recent Updates
- All Reviews
- Discussions
Updated Dec 15, 2022 at 04:23 pm
By Evan Jakab
Cordless stick vacuums are helpful tools when you need something lightweight and portable.
Since they don't have a power cord, you don't have to worry about range or managing the cable when you finish cleaning. They're also easier to carry up and down stairs or into different rooms than traditional upright or canister vacuums. Some people may even prefer how they feel in hand, as they can be lighter to maneuver around the room. That said, they come with disadvantages related to their battery performance. If you don't mind the charge time or their short active battery life, they can be a suitable addition to any home.
We've tested over 130 vacuum cleaners, and below are our recommendations for the best stick vacuums with a cordless design to buy. These picks were selected not only on their performance on different surfaces but also their feature set, battery life, and price. For more buying recommendations, check out our articles for the best cordless vacuums, the best cordless vacuums for pet hair, and the best vacuums for high-pile carpet.
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Best Cordless Stick Vacuum
Dyson V15 Detect
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8.0
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8.9
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8.5
Workshop
6.1
Vacuum Type
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Bagless
Yes
Cordless
Yes
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
Yes
Wet Compatible
No
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The Dyson V15 Detect is the best cordless stick vacuum we've tested.
It delivers superb overall performance on bare floors and low and high-pile carpets, though its strong suction force can make it hard to push around on some rugs. It can automatically adjust its suction power depending on the surface type you're cleaning. It also has a dirt sensor that measures and counts the size of debris sucked into the vacuum, which will be helpful if you want to know about the presence of fine particles in your home. While this vacuum can run for more than 70 minutes of battery life in its most energy-efficient configuration, its runtime drops to a little under 10 minutes when using it in its 'Boost' suction mode, so you need to work quickly when cleaning stubborn debris. It also feels fragile in places, which is disappointing for a vacuum at this price point.If you don't need the Dyson vacuum's automatic surface detection system or particle sensor, the Samsung Jet 90 Complete is a great alternative that delivers similarly strong performance across a wide range of surface types.
See our review
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Best Upper Mid-Range Cordless Stick Vacuum
Miele Triflex HX1
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5.6
Vacuum Type
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Bagless
Yes
Cordless
Yes
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
No
Wet Compatible
No
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The best upper mid-range cordless stick vacuum we've tested is the Miele Triflex HX1. Its maximum battery life of about half an hour is considerably shorter than the Dyson V15 Detect, and it's a little heavier.
However, it does have a few advantages other than its lower price tag. Chief among those is its superior build quality, with a body made mainly from thick, high-grade plastic that feels sturdier than the thinner material used by the Dyson. The Miele's unique three-in-one design enables you to configure it as a stick, upright, or handheld vacuum, depending on how you arrange its motor unit, wand, and floorhead. Like the Dyson, it has a surface detection system that tweaks its suction power to match the surface that it's on; it can also stop the rotation of its brushroll if something gets tangled within it.Unfortunately, its dustbin is pretty small for a vacuum of this type and will require somewhat frequent emptying. It also has a very small range of included attachments, with only a soft-bristle dusting brush, a straight-suction upholstery tool, and a crevice tool for clearing away debris in tight spots. If you want something with a wider array of tools, the Dyson V12 Detect Slim is a great alternative, though it feels flimsier and has an even smaller dustbin.
See our review
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Best Mid-Range Cordless Stick Vacuum
Tineco PURE ONE S11
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5.8
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Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
Yes
Wet Compatible
No
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If you're looking for something on the more affordable end of things, the Tineco PURE ONE S11 is a great choice. This cordless stick vacuum has a less powerful suction motor than premium options like the Dyson V15 Detect and doesn't feel as sturdily built as the Miele Triflex HX1.
If neither of those things is a big issue, this vacuum is worth considering. Its lightweight construction makes it a cinch to maneuver in cluttered areas. Unusually for a vacuum in this price range, it features a built-in dirt sensor that allows it to raise its suction power when it encounters an area with a lot of debris. You can also pair the vacuum with your smartphone through the Tineco Life app, which lets you adjust its suction power with a virtual slider, check its charge, or verify if its filters need cleaning.This vacuum has a HEPA filter, which is great if you're sensitive to fine allergens, and it doesn't make too much noise while running. There are also quite a few attachments in the box, like a pair of floorheads, one with a soft roller for bare floors and the other with bristles for carpeting. Unfortunately, it takes quite a while to recharge. If that's a problem, the Shark Rocket Pet Pro is a good alternative, though it is noticeably heavier.
See our review
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Best Budget Cordless Stick Vacuum
Wyze Cordless Vacuum
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8.7
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8.0
Workshop
5.7
Vacuum Type
Stick/Handheld
Bagless
Yes
Cordless
Yes
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
Yes
Wet Compatible
No
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The best budget-friendly cordless stick vacuum we've tested is the Wyze Cordless Vacuum.
Unlike the Tineco PURE ONE S11, it doesn't have a built-in dirt sensor that would allow it to automatically adjust its suction power, but it's cheaper and still delivers excellent overall performance. It performs very well on carpets and does a very good job on bare floors, though bulky debris can clog the entry to its dustbin. Unusually for a vacuum at this price point, it offers HEPA filtration and has an LED touchscreen display that lets you change its suction power mode or monitor its battery life. It also comes with a combination upholstery tool/soft-bristle dusting brush and a crevice tool. No turbo brush is in the box, but you can purchase this attachment from the manufacturer.If you're looking for a budget-friendly cordless stick vacuum with a turbo brush included in the box, you could look at the Tineco PURE ONE X. Not only does it feature an additional attachment, but it doesn't struggle with bulky debris and charges faster while offering a longer battery life. However, it's harder to maneuver, has a smaller dirt compartment, and has more parts that need regular cleaning.
See our review
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Best Lightweight Stick Vacuum
Dyson Omni-glide
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3.8
Vacuum Type
Stick/Handheld
Bagless
Yes
Cordless
Yes
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
Yes
Wet Compatible
No
See all our test results
If you're looking for a cordless stick vacuum that's lightweight and easy to carry around, the Dyson Omni-glide is worth a look. Unlike traditional stick vacuums like the Tineco PURE ONE S11, it's meant for relatively short cleaning sessions due to its tiny dirt compartment and short maximum battery life of a little under half an hour.
Furthermore, its twin soft-roller floorhead is only for cleaning bare floors. However, it's exceedingly lightweight, and its uniquely-designed floorhead makes it easy to maneuver it in tight spaces.While you can't use it on carpets or rugs, this vacuum does a great job dealing with small debris and pet hair on bare floors and is reasonably effective when sealing in fine allergens. Be careful when cleaning up bulky debris, which can get trapped at its suction inlet.
See our review
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Best Cordless Stick Vacuum For Allergies
Roborock H7
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7.5
Stairs
8.6
Cars
7.9
Workshop
5.1
Vacuum Type
Stick/Handheld
Bagless
Yes (Bag Optional)
Cordless
Yes
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
Yes
Wet Compatible
No
See all our test results
If you're looking for a cordless stick vacuum that's a good fit for those who suffer from allergies, consider the Roborock H7.
It might feel considerably less durable than the comparably-priced Miele Triflex HX1 and delivers inferior deep cleaning performance, but it does offer a unique advantage. Unlike the Samsung vacuum or many other cordless stick models, you can mount a miniature dirtbag within its dirt compartment, resulting in improved air filtration performance and a much cleaner means of debris disposal. It can also run for more than 90 minutes in its most energy-efficient mode, which gives you plenty of time to deal with lightweight debris. While its runtime drops to a little over 10 minutes in its high-power 'MAX' mode, that's normal for a vacuum of this type.It also delivers impressive performance on bare floors and does a decent job on carpets. That said, it doesn't perform quite as well as the Samsung Bespoke Jet, which is also a fantastic option if you suffer from allergies. You can't configure the Samsung as a bagged vacuum, but it does come with a 'Clean Station' accessory that empties its dustbin when the vacuum is docked without generating a plume of dust.
However, it's also bulkier and much more expensive than the Roborock.See our review
Notable Mentions
- Dyson V8: The Dyson V8 is a cordless stick/handheld vacuum that doesn't perform as well as the Dyson V15 Detect on any surface type, but it still has a fantastic performance on bare floors and does a good job on carpets as well. While it doesn't have a surface-type adjustment feature, it's less expensive and has less demanding maintenance needs. See our review
- Dyson V11: The Dyson V11 is a cordless stick/handheld vacuum. Although it has a very good overall performance, it doesn't perform as well as the Dyson V15 Detect on any surface type. See our review
- Shark Vertex Pro Lightweight: The Shark Vertex Pro Lightweight is a versatile cordless stick handheld vacuum with a larger dustbin than the Tineco PURE ONE S11 and features an LED screen displaying suction and surface modes.
It doesn't do as well on bare floors, however. See our review - Samsung Jet 70: The Samsung Jet 70 is a mid-range cordless stick vacuum that delivers good overall performance and does a better job of deep cleaning carpets than the Tineco PURE ONE S11, but its availability is sporadic. See our review
Recent Updates
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Dec 15, 2022: Ensured all main picks are still available and represent the best option for user needs.
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Dec 01, 2022: Replaced Samsung Jet 90 Complete with Miele Triflex HX1 as 'Best Upper Mid-Range Cordless Stick Vacuum' due to current product pricing.
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Nov 02, 2022: Ensured all main picks represent the best option for user needs.
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Sep 28, 2022: Replaced Samsung Jet 70 Pet with Tineco PURE ONE S11 as 'Best Mid-Range Cordless Stick Vacuum' due to current availability. Added Samsung Jet 70 Pet to Notable Mentions.
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Jul 22, 2022: Recategorized Samsung Jet 90 Complete as 'Best Upper Mid-Range Cordless Stick Vacuum'. Added Samsung Jet 70 Pet as 'Best Mid-Range Cordless Stick Vacuum'.
All Reviews
Our recommendations above are based on what we think are currently the best stick vacuums for most people to buy. We don't just base our results on overall performance, but also on factors like availability, price, and reader feedback.
If you would like to do the work of choosing yourself, here is the list of all our reviews of cordless stick vacuums. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details.
While no vacuum is perfect for every use, most are good enough to please almost everyone, and the differences are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.
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Review Dyson Cyclone V10
Dyson vacuum cleaners have long been leaders in the industry in design, portability and performance. But with the new Dyson Cyclone V10 cordless vacuum cleaner, the company has taken its flagship product back to the drawing board. The Dyson V10 shows that the company has reimagined its illustrious wireless form factor and has upgraded its cyclone technology to deliver stronger suction than ever before. nine0003
You can thank the new Dyson V10 digital motor for that - a truly impressive feat of engineering that is capable of 125,000 rpm (that's over 2,000 rpm) compared to the V8's 108,000 rpm.
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How confident is Dyson in their V10 cordless vacuum cleaner? He is so convinced of the device's ability to suck that he completely stopped developing corded vacuum cleaners in the future.
That's a pretty big challenge considering how many corded vacuums it still sells, which includes models like the impressive Dyson Cinetic Big Ball. nine0003
However, this new vacuum doesn't come cheap - you'll be able to pick up the Dyson V10 in a few different options depending on where you're located: The US and Australia get the deluxe Absolute+ model, which comes with a full range of attachments (and a dainty orange extension). It's priced at $699 (AU$999).
Dyson Cyclone V10 picks up whatever you put in its path
In the UK, the deluxe model with six extra tools is called the Dyson Cyclone V10 Total Clean and has a red extension tube and cyclones. It's priced at 49£9.99.
The mid-range Animal with purple extension tube and cyclones will set you back $599 (£399 / AU$899). In the UK, the mid-range model is the Absolute (not confused yet?), which comes with an orange tube and just 4 extra tools (maybe that's why the '+' at the end is missing from the name). It's priced at £449.99.
Finally, there is also an entry-level model in the US, the Dyson Cyclone V10 Motorhead, which shares the red trim of the V10 Total Clean but comes with fewer attachments. This model costs 49$9 is the same price at which the Dyson V8 was released.
Dyson V10 design
In addition to technological advances, the Dyson Cyclone V10 has a number of other improvements that make sense.
The first thing you'll notice is that its different sections are laid out in a completely different way than previous V-series models.
For example, the V10 has a forward-facing barrel to which all attachments now connect directly.
Behind the barrel is the device's expanded cyclone system (with a total of 14 chambers), followed by the new V10 digital motor - the smallest and smartest the company has ever created.
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Take a look at the engine and the cyclones that power the V10.
In fact, it is said to be so smart that it can detect variables such as altitude, pressure, and air temperature in order to adjust itself accordingly to improve efficiency. Dyson says he even knows the difference between a table and a floor.
Although it produces 20% more suction than a V8 engine, it is half the size and weighs only 125g (0.27 lbs). nine0003
At the very end you will find the V10 filter, which you can now remove with one simple counter-clockwise twist, making cleaning easier. The LED indicator on the base of the device will also let you know when it's time to wash.
Again, the Dyson filter is claimed to be able to trap 99.97% of allergens in the air - even those as small as 0.3 microns won't be able to leave the V10.
Dyson Cyclone V10 Absolute +, top view
With all of the various vacuum elements now arranged in a linear format, the V10 provides a more direct airflow path than any of its predecessors, which the company says delivers much greater suction efficiency.
The V10 also boasts 40% more bin capacity than the V8, with a redesigned point-and-shoot emptying mechanism that makes it much easier to transfer dust and debris directly into the bin or plastic bag. nine0003
The only downside to the front hopper is that you now have to remove any attachments whenever you want to empty the device - although chances are you've already done this anyway and never realized.
Dyson Cyclone V10 and its new linear design
Opening the container is as simple as pressing the red release valve under the device, which pushes the entire container down and pushes out all the contents inside. Admittedly, this plastic valve feels a bit flimsy, so we hope it can withstand repeated use. nine0003
The flexible rubber lip on the inside of the hopper prevents almost all dust and debris from entering the back of the hopper, but we found that even when the dirt slips through, it still gets pushed out during the emptying process.
Following the trend started with the V8, Dyson removed the attachment release buttons from the V10, opting to place them on the accessories themselves.
This makes it much easier to detach the vacuum heads and extension tubes in one quick motion, although this means that all pre-V8 accessories will not be compatible. nine0003
Performance Dyson V10
Thanks to the new digital motor and 14-cyclone system, the Dyson Cyclone V10 sucks. We don't mean it in a negative way - it's actually a huge compliment in the vacuum world.
In the weeks we've been testing the V10, we've found it performs incredibly well in almost all dry cleaning scenarios - with a few exceptions. Luckily, the Absolute+ model we tested had attachment tools for each of these scenarios. nine0003
The direct drive nozzle is the standard vacuum head you will probably use most on a daily basis, although our favorite tool would have to be the soft roller cleaning head, which is capable of picking up larger pieces of debris such as pet food , cereal, cat litter and more.
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Other notable attachments include a mini motorized tool that's great for cleaning stairs or upholstery, a sharp crevice tool that lets you vacuum deep into corners and crevices, and the Flexi Crevice Tool that has an expandable hose. This is especially useful when you want to vacuum tight spaces, such as inside a car. nine0003
Since this is seemingly unavoidable when using stick vacuums, we did experience a few blockages from time to time. We have found that wipes and wraps often cause V10 jamming and the only solution is to remove said obstruction immediately.
Mini motorized tool in action
Do you know the added power we talked about earlier? We weren't kidding - the Dyson Cyclone V10 is as powerful as any corded vacuum cleaner the company has released so far. nine0003
Three power levels are available on the V10 - low, medium and high. The use of each will likely depend on the surface being cleaned (or stains) and how much charge your device is holding (which you can measure from the LED indicator when it's in use).
Luckily, the V10 has a much more energy-efficient battery than its predecessors, which means you can now vacuum continuously for up to 60 minutes on the lowest setting. This setup was also generally more than strong enough to pick up any dirt we put in front of it. nine0003
Dyson Cyclone V10 Beast that picks up animal after animal The
Maximum Power delivers incredible suction (we put our fingers on the vacuum head and were amazed at its power - enough that we strongly recommend against trying it at home), though unfortunately this setting will drain the battery completely after about five minutes of use.
In our opinion, the average power level of V10, which will give you about 30 minutes of continuous use, is the setting you will use most of the time, with the maximum value reserved for small vacuuming sessions and when you really have stubborn dirt on carpet or rugs. nine0003
The new and improved battery also means faster recharging times, taking approximately 3.
