Here’s our countdown of the best cordless vacuum cleaners from Dyson to Shark and Hoover
The best cordless vacuum cleaners can now match, and in many cases, outperform their wired competitors when it comes to suction power, large dust bins, and a good selection of tools. Nowadays, many of the best vacuum cleaners on the market have cut the cord completely. Brands like Dyson, Vax, and Shark offer some of the best cordless vacuum cleaners, which are sometimes known as stick vacuums, that are lightweight, compact, and easy to store without compromising on power or battery life. In fact, vacuum superbrand Dyson is so over wires these days that during the launch of its super-popular Cyclone V10, it vowed never to make a corded vacuum again. So with everyone cutting the cord, is it time you did too? Before we get stuck into the best cordless vacuums available right now, we’ve got another high-tech option for you to consider. The best robot vacuums on the market can roam and tidy your home without you so much as lifting a finger. These certainly have no wire holding them back either, but you do have to pay a little extra for the convenience. But robot vacuums aren’t for everyone, setting them up can be a bit of a hassle and even the best ones tend to miss those dusty corners. So, if you’re looking for a thorough clean from one of the best cordless vacuum cleaners of the year, we have all the best options for you to choose from below. UPDATE: Dyson recently unveiled its newest cordless vacuum, the Dyson V15 Detect, which has a built-in laser to highlight hidden dust. The powerful cordless vacuum, which is available to buy in the US now and is listed as coming soon in the UK, can even count and size the dust particles, displaying this information on the LCD screen so you have visual evidence you’ve thoroughly cleaned your home. The Dyson V15 Detect generates 230 Air Watts, which is 24% more suction power than offered by the V11, and has a swappable battery built-in to the handle, which reduces interruptions to your cleaning, too. We’ll be putting this cordless vacuum cleaner to the test to see if can better the results the Dyson V11 range achieves. Is this the perfect cordless vacuum cleaner? A few niggles aside, it very nearly could be. It’s more potent than its best-in-class predecessor, cleans even better on all surfaces, is quieter, and has a longer-lasting battery too. Even on the lowest power setting, it delivers powerful suction. It’s easy to switch between the power settings manually, alternatively use it in Auto mode with the new High Torque cleaner head and let the V11 automatically adjust the power for the floor type you’re using it on. It’s also got a new color LCD display that adds a touch of class with in-depth information such as the exact run-time remaining, where blockages are located, and how to clear them. It comes with an arsenal of tools too including a soft roller cleaner head, mini motorized tool, crevice tool, and quick-release mini soft dusting brush. There’s also a docking station and charger. A smidge heavier than its predecessor, now tipping our scales just over the 3kg mark, it still felt balanced in use, but the V11 Absolute doesn’t come cheap. That said, we think it’s worth the money if you want simply the best cordless vacuum cleaner available today. Read our full review: Dyson V11 Absolute While the Roidm S1E doesn’t match the Dyson on suction power or run-time, at a fraction of the price it’s a worthy entrant in our line-up of the best cordless vacuums. Easy to carry and use in both stick cleaner or handheld mode, this lightweight cordless vacuum excels when it comes to noise too. Even though its decibel levels are similar to other cordless vacuums, we found the tone was softer making it easy to chat while cleaning without the need to shout. With six design awards under its belt, the Roidmi S-series ticks the style and substance boxes. There’s a good selection of tools too, including a motorized mattress brush that makes light work of upholstery cleaning.
