Cordless Vacuums

Cordless stick vacuums trade runtime for reach. This category covers models for quick daily pickups, pet hair, and homes where hauling a corded upright between floors is the main complaint. We compare rated runtime against realistic use on the highest power setting, since the gap is often large. Battery replacement cost, filter washability, dust bin capacity, and weight at the wrist all factor into our ratings. Attachments matter more here than in any other vacuum format, so we note which crevice and pet tools ship in the box and which cost extra. Buyers who clean large carpeted areas in one long session should look at upright or canister models instead.