Samsung Jet 75
Almost identical to the Jet 90, the Samsung Jet 75 offers comparable cleaning power, a similar attractive build, the same 60-minute battery life, the same HEPA filter and the same 200 air watts of suction. The main difference is that the docking station must be drilled into the wall while the Jet 90 uses a free-standing dock. The Jet 75 didn’t perform as strongly as the Jet 90 in the CNET Testing Labs midpile sand test but since it’s at a lower price point some may be worth the deal.
Dyson V11 Torque Drive
With a motor that automatically adapts to the type of floor it’s cleaning and a nice LCD screen, the Dyson V11 Torque Drive may feel like an upgrade. It usually retails for around $700 but you can often find it on sale for around $475. While the Dyson V11 lives up to the hype with consistent cleaning power across all CNET Lab tests, it is, however, bested by newer models like the Dyson V15 Detect and other competitors on our best list. .
Miele Triflex HX2
With its price point around $700, we have high hopes for the Miele Triflex HX2. The three-in-one stick vac did poorly in the sand test with low and medium carpets lowering the overall performance score.
Greenworks 24V Cordless Vacuum
This vacuum is a real contender, able to match the performance of $500 or more hand-held stick vacuums while coming in at around $320. In addition to all the tools it includes, it boasts a fast 30-minute recharge time and a solid 45-minute runtime.
Shark Rocket Pet Pro
Usually retailing for less than $350, the Shark Rocket Pet Pro remains a solid budget option if you can find it in stock. It offers excellent cleaning performance with crumbs and other small pieces of debris on hardwood floors and satisfactory pickup power on carpets and dust. It has HEPA filtration and a self-cleaning, anti-tangle brush head (helps prevent pet hair clogs) and converts into a handheld handheld cleaner when needed.
It wasn’t a strong performer in our toughest tests, but the Mooso XL-618 proved perfectly capable of basic cleaning, especially on crumbs and on hardwood floors. It also converts into a handheld vacuum that you can use to clean your car or furniture. Retailing for around $150 and often on sale for under $80, the XL-618 is about as affordable as cordless vacuums can get. If you’re willing to sacrifice some cleaning power to save some money, it’s worth a look.
The Tineco Pure One S11 is a high-performing cordless vacuum with impressive suction power on hard floors and carpets. Versatile attachments, HEPA filtration, and a dirt-detection feature add to its value. The design is basic and the battery life is average, its excellent cleaning makes it a good choice.
The Black & Decker PowerSeries Extreme Max is a budget-friendly cordless vacuum that offers powerful cleaning performance and a long runtime. Its ability to convert into a handheld vacuum adds to its versatility, making it a standout option for its price.