12 Handheld Vacuum Cleaners Available Now

12 Handheld Vacuum Cleaners Available Now

The latest vacuum cleaners have come a long way since the days of Henry. Now cordless, with smartphone-synced technology and super suction, modern-day models command serious money in exchange for impressive results. From stick cleaners to rechargeable robots, here are the ones we think are worth the investment…

STICK & HANDHELD

AEG Animal Cordless Lightweight 2-in-1 Pet Stick Vacuum, £229

This lightweight model combines a range of cutting-edge features, including an HD lithium turbo powered battery and pet turbo nozzle – making it the perfect piece of cleaning equipment for animal owners. Great for cleaning up pet hair from furniture, rugs, beds and stairs, this hoover comes with quick-charging technology, as well as a handheld pop-out unit to clear up quick spills or dirt. 
 
Accessories: Pet hair turbo nozzle, dusting brush, crevice nozzle, charging stand
Charge time: 4 hours
Run time: 45 minutes
Weight: 2.5kg
Capacity: 0.5l

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Dyson Cyclone V10 Animal Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, £399.99 

With an unbeatable level of suction, this model has been specifically designed for homes with hard floors and carpets, and features a direct-drive motorhead for deeper cleaning. Complete with a range of different Dyson attachments to help remove ground-in dirt, dust and pet hair, this is the hoover that was awarded the Which? Best Buy in 2019.
 
Accessories: Combination tool, crevice tool, docking station, mini motorhead tool, soft dusting brush, 2-year guarantee
Charge time: 3.5 hours
Run time: 60 minutes
Weight: 2.7kg
Capacity: 0.77l

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John Lewis & Partners Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner, £149 

A great choice if you live in a flat or are looking for something compact, this model transforms from stick to handheld so you can quickly switch modes mid-session. Extremely lightweight, it also comes with a wall hanger to neatly store it away, as well as an upholstery nozzle to reach those crumbs down the back of the sofa. With up to 40 minutes battery life, it's the ideal hoover for a quick blast around the house. 
 
Accessories: Wall mount, upholstery nozzle, 2-in-1 nozzle, 2-year guarantee
Charge time: 5 hours
Run time: 40 minutes
Weight: 2.2kg
Capacity: 0.5l

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Vax Blade 32V Pro Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, £148.10

This slimline design features advanced technology, power and performance. A 32V lithium battery combines with Vax's new direct Helix technology to deliver a powerful 45-minute run time that holds seriously high suction throughout. Meanwhile, the smart control dial offers users a more efficient way of cleaning, as the boost mode instantly increases power at the touch of a button.
 
Accessories: Crevice tool, dusting brush, pet and stairs tool, 2-year guarantee
Charge time: 4 hours
Run time: 45 minutes
Weight: 3kg
Capacity: 0.6l

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Shark WV251UK Handheld Vacuum Cleaner with Dual Battery, £179.99 

This twin battery, handheld cordless model is both lightweight and powerful. A kitchen essential, it effortlessly removes crumbs or dry food spills from worktops and tables, or can be used to pick up dust and pet hair. With a high-efficiency motor for impressive suction, it charges while stored on the sleek charging base, although a run time of only a quarter of an hour means a second battery is also stored to give you an extra boost when needed.
 
Accessories: Pet multi-tool, crevice tool, charging base, 2-year guarantee
Charge time: 2.5 hours
Run time: 16 minutes
Weight: 0.87kg
Capacity: 0.25l

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Dyson V11 Absolute Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, £599.99 

This hoover really does the thinking for you: Dynamic Load Sensor technology in the cleaner head automatically adjusts the suction to suit different floor types, while an LCD screen display shows the runtime and performance of your model, so you don’t need to worry about running out of charge. With up to 60 minutes of run time, it’s one of the most reliable models in the Dyson cord-free range. 
 
Accessories: Charging cable dock, mini motorhead, combination tool, crevice tool, mini soft dusting brush, torque drive cleaner head, soft roller cleaner head, 2-year guarantee
Charge time: 4.5 hours
Run time: 60 minutes
Weight: 3.1kg
Capacity: 0.76l

Available here

ROBOTIC

Bagotte BG600 Robot Vacuum Cleaner, £199.99 

If cordless sticks were the latest innovation, robot models take hoovering one step further. With built in all-round sensors to find edges, stairs and other obstacles, the suction power on this robotic model is designed to clean easily on multiple floor surfaces. Double-sided brushes help to achieve the best result, while the machine automatically returns to its charging docking station once it detects it has less than 20% power left. Clever.
 
Accessories: 1-year guarantee, docking station
Charge time: 5-6 hours
Run time: 100 minutes
Weight: 4.48kg
Capacity: 0.5l

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Coredy R650 Robot Vacuum Cleaner, £229.99 

This robot cleaner boasts boost-intellect technology, which enables automatically increasing suction power within seconds of a carpet being detected. It also moves effortlessly from hard-surfaces to soft, while the 500ml capacity dustbin has been redesigned with a 180-degree wide opening door for easy access and quick, mess-free emptying. Meanwhile, a 2600mah Li-ion battery supports up to 120 minutes of hoovering, with quiet volume and an infrared-sensor to avoid unnecessary crashes. Best of all? It automatically self-recharges so it's always ready to go.
 
Accessories: 1-year guarantee, 6.6ft magnetic boundary strips, 4 side brushes, 1 extra HEPA filter, remote control, charging dock, AC power adapter, 1 cleaning tool
Charge time: Approx. 3 hours
Run time:  120 minutes
Weight: 4.88kg
Capacity: 0.5l

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Dibea Robot Vacuum Cleaner, £169.99 

With a large dust container and water tank, this nifty D-shaped model can sweep and mop at the same time, with up to 120 minutes running time across a 180sq m area. A height of just 7.5cm means it can clean under low furniture, while anti-fall and anti-collision sensors keep your device safe and secure. It even has an in-built voice function which can be set in advance by remote control. Like other models, it also automatically goes to the charging station once finished.
 
Accessories: 2-year guarantee, docking station, water tank, side brushes
Charge time: 4-5 hours
Run time: 90-110 minutes
Weight: 2.2kg
Capacity: 0.4l

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Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac 11S (Slim), £189.99 

Voted the best robot hoover of 2018 by Reviewed.com, this model comes with multiple cleaning modes and auto-clean scheduling to ensure an effortless, thorough result. Making the equivalent noise of an operating microwave, it’s only 2.85cm tall to be able to clean under low furniture with ease. Meanwhile, a three-point cleaning system, BoostIQ technology and up to 1300Pa of suction power ensures your floors and carpets are clear of all dirt, dust and crumbs.
 
Accessories: 1-year guarantee, remote control, charging base, AC power adapter, cleaning tool, extra set of high-performance filters, 4 side brushes, 5 cable ties
Charge time: 5-6 hours
Run time: 100 minutes
Weight: 2.6kg
Capacity: 0.6l

Available here

Roborock S5 Robot Vacuum and Mop, £449.99 

Use the Mi Home app in conjunction with this super-smart hoover to set up scheduling, zoned cleaning, spot cleaning, direction control and full customisation. In-built smart sensors enable quick cleaning in the shortest time, while the sweeping system is designed to draw all the dust into the dust bin so there’s nothing left. Finally, the mopping system leaves zero water streaks and stains, while a 2000Pa suction system switches seamlessly between soft and hard flooring – just be careful not to use it on high pile or dark carpets. 
 
Accessories: 1-year guarantee, dock charger, EU plug, washable strainer, 2 pairs of water tank filter, 1 water tank, 1 waterproof pad, 2 mopping cloths, 1 beak-like cleaning tool, service card
Charge time:  Approx. 6 hours
Run time: 150 minutes
Weight: 6.2 kg
Capacity: 0.48l

Available here

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