Vacuum cleaners are a strange crossover between tech and appliances. From stick vacuums to robot vacuums, the minification of high-speed motors and improvements to battery life make vacuums one of the most exciting categories here at BTTR.
Since launching BTTR.reviews three years ago, I've put over 25 vacuum cleaners through their paces in my own home, and I can tell you with confidence: there's never been a better time to buy a vacuum cleaner.
Suction and battery life keep getting better, while the introduction of docks and mopping robots make keeping your home clean easier than ever.
While I haven't tested every brand and model on the market, these are my recommendations based on the testing I've done over the past few years.
And if you're after something else, I've also picked out some of the things you should consider when picking out the best vacuum cleaner for your needs.
My favourite vacuum cleaners right now:
Best vacuum for most people: Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra
While Samsung's marketing focuses heavily on the 400 W of suction power, that's not really why you should consider this vacuum. You only get that level of suction on the Jet setting, which gives you about 14 minutes of battery life.
What makes the Bespoke AI Jet Ultra special is the complete package. At $1,699, it's expensive, but you get one of the better-looking base stations on the market, a dedicated pet tool, a slimline hard floor brush, a spray spinning mop head, and the standard Active Dual Brush.
The vacuum has the capacity to clean your home well, though you may need to move away from AI mode to get the best results. The 400 W power is there when you need it, but the 30-40 minutes of battery life in AI mode is more than enough for most homes.
My biggest issue during testing was that the AI mode often felt underpowered for hard floors with larger debris, and could be difficult to push on low-pile carpets. But these are minor complaints for what is otherwise an excellent all-rounder.
The base station automatically empties the dustbin (though you need to press a button rather than it happening automatically when you dock), and the 2 L dust bags should last about three months.
Nick Broughall
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