On an average, a well maintained handheld vacuum from a quality brand should last you a minimum of 6 years. At just 1.4 pounds, this Shark vacuum is one of the lightest cordless handheld models money can buy, and it looks pretty distinctive, as well. Despite its narrow silhouette, it does a surprisingly good job cleaning difficult debris like pet hair and is easy to empty with the press of a button.
This vacuum’s rubber nozzle attracts hair and is able to pull dirt from stairs and upholstery with ease. A 16-foot power cord gives the user decent range of motion for this five-pound vacuum, but it’s a bit bulkier in size than other handheld vacuums. Neumann also recommends purchasing a vacuum with an automated brush roll.
Handle features convenient smart touch controls to alternate cleaning modes. Previously picked as an editors’ choice “Best Value,” the Black+Decker Pivot is a handheld vacuum worth considering. A pivot joint lets you bend the device 200 degrees, so you can turn it into a hook to get cobwebs off the tops of cabinets, or fold it up for easy storage. Fans of this hand vacuum love how much power is held in its small footprint.
Ultimately, this machine is ideal for small, quick clean-ups that require a decent amount of power and/or anyone who’s short on storage space. Bagged vacuums typically collect more dirt than bagless models, so you don’t need to empty the vacuum as often. They often have self-sealing bags that help prevent the release of dust and particles into the air as you change them. However, they require replacement bags, making them costlier to maintain and creating more waste. If you need something extremely lightweight and easy to maneuver, a stick vac might be right for you.
Both types clean effectively, so your choice is a matter of preference. What’s great about them is that they vacuum for you, erasing a chore from your bissell vacuum cleaner to-do list. They maneuver around furniture and objects, and in many cases, you can control the settings and cleaning routines from a smartphone app.
The design of this cordless Dyson stick vacuum is similar to the Tineco one above. It offers three adjustable levels of suction power and separately converts into a handheld vacuum and is lightweight enough to reach elevated surfaces. We included various vacuum types like cordless, corded, robot and handheld that work on all floor types to give shoppers an idea of the different styles that might be right for their home.