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The Best Handheld Vacuum (Corded or Cordless)


2017

Appliances you'll need for daily life and maintenance. And a powerful vacuum
Cleaner is certainly one of the tools you will want to have in your home on day one.
Take your time and read the handheld vacuum buying guide information
below. Alternatively, jump ahead by clicking on another link, to see which
Models made it onto the best handheld vacuum top 5 list.

Handheld models are naturally invaluable for small, everyday cleaning tasks, but
The versatility of the best handheld vacuums also lets you easily take care of
Many medium-sized tasks both in and out of the home. And if you haven't used a
Portable vacuum in the past several decades, you'd be amazed at how advanced the
technology has become.
Sure, you can still buy tiny vacuums similar to the Dust Busters that first came out
40 years back. But there are also versions with amazing suction that can rival many
Upright or canister models, along with flexible hoses and useful
Attachments that may get into spaces like car seats, window sills and tight
Corners that larger vacuums can't handle.
The Groom+Style team has rigorously reviewed all of the handheld models on the
Market and decided the five best currently available. We'll get to our honor roll
Following some quick tips on making your decision.
Get the Perfect Handheld Vacuum for the Jobs You'll Be
Doing
The first choice you will face is whether to buy a corded or cordless model.
If you plan on using the unit mostly in 1 area like a kitchen or workspace, a
Corded vacuum will offer constant cleaning power without the need to stop
And recharge the battery occasionally. You'll want a long power cord, though, so
You're not always moving from outlet to outlet.
Cordless handhelds are extremely convenient when you plan to take them around
The home, into the garage and out to wash the car.
Most will only run for ten or twenty minutes per charge.
When choosing a cordless handheld vacuum, then pay careful attention not only to the
Amount of running time you get with a single fee, but just how long each recharge will
take. A lithion-ion battery will last longer and cost faster, but may make the
vacuum more expensive than one with a NiCad battery.

From place to place can quickly become a chore.
Additional Factors to Take into Account
The ability of the unit is not as big a factor as you might expect. The Majority of the best
Handheld vacuums will be rated between 18 and 20 volts giving them a lot of
Suction, but even lesser models rated around 15 volts are more than adequate for
most jobs.
A bigger concern should be the size of the dirt container, because smaller
Handheld versions (many of which have bagless collection cups) must be emptied
And cleaned more frequently than standard vacuums.
Another crucial factor: the accessories that comes with the product. Crevice tools and
Upholstery brushes are common and important, but you may want specialized
Extras like motorized brushes for rugs or pet-hair attachments which are an

Extendable hoses are also great for reaching tight spots or high places. And you
Can discover wet/dry handheld models if they fit your requirements.
Finally, think about the filter. Some vacuums require replacements that are much
More costly than others, and you may want to invest in a model that has a
HEPA filter that can remove allergens and dust mites as you vacuum.
Here's our best handheld vacuum top 5 list. Let us clean up.
This is about as far from the old-school Dust Buster as possible. It's a
Pretty big cordless unit and is shaped like more like a canister vacuum, so you
Can't simply grab it in the palm of one hand; you will likely need both of them.
But at 20 volts it is a lot more powerful, it is extremely flexible as it pertains
With a terrific range of accessories. Better Still, it is a lot lighter than our

Relatively-comparable Dyson model we'll get to shortly.
The review team enjoyed the BDH2020FLFH most because of its versatility. This
Handheld comes with a four-foot long flexible hose, a nozzle and brush tool, a
crevice tool, a pet hair brush and a pivoting floor head for an attachable stick.
The combination allows you to easily clean high, clean low, clean corners, clean
Fluffy's hair and even use the stick to mimic a more traditional vacuum.
This isn't the most powerful handheld on the market, but it's in the upper echelon,
With the cyclonic dust collection mechanism preventing dirt from collecting on
The filter too quickly, plus a three-stage filter.
Terrific dirt collection includes a price, though; you will find the paper filter
Needs regular cleaning and replacement, but the filters are very reasonably
priced.

And a charge of the lithion-ion battery takes about four hours, well within the
Parameters of the finest handheld vacuums on our listing. It's rather noisy, definitely
Louder than your upright vacuum, but not objectionable for short vacuuming tasks.
You can cover a lot more to get a little more suction and a filter that doesn't need to
Be cleaned quite as frequently, but why would you? The BDH2020FLFH will suck up
Almost anything you need it to (and is great for pet hair), and it's a terrific price

Facts and statistics on the Black & Decker BDH2020FLFH MAX Lithium Flex
Vacuum:
O Maximum power: 20V



o Dust capacity: 0.1 gallons
o Accessories: Flexible hose, nozzle and brush tool, crevice tool, pet hair brush, stick with pivoting
floor head
O Weight: 3.2 pounds
O Warranty: Two years, restricted
You don't need Groom+Style experts to tell you that the Dyson alternative is the most
Expensive on our listing. You also don't want us to tell you that it is top-of-theline
And worth every penny, if you're going to present your handheld vacuum a genuine
workout.
The 100-watt V6 Trigger is powered with a Dyson digital motor which provides
Terrific suction; what makes this model unique, though, is that it uses the company's
Famous two-tier cyclone collection system with a total of 15 cyclones arranged
For greater airflow -- the key to effective dust collection.
This handheld normally runs for approximately 20 minutes on a charge (also takes 31/2
Hours recharge), but has a "maximum power" mode for tougher jobs that offers you
Six minutes of maximum power for tough jobs.
The V6 looks more like a Star Trek weapon (or a stylish hand drill with a little
Gumball machine in the middle) than a vacuum. You hold it in one hand to operate
The trigger, which only activates the lithion-ion battery when you actually need it
And is great for saving battery power.
The oddly-shaped tool in the end of this handheld unit functions as both a regular
Head and a nozzle which can fit into tight squeezes. (A similar model, the Dyson V6
Car and Boat, comes with extra attachments and an upholstery tool.)

The hygienic dust bin is easy to empty, too.
The Dyson V6 Trigger is almost double the price of the Black & Decker, and
It could
Be more handheld vacuum than you need, but as with all of their products, Dyson
doesn't disappoint.
Details to the Dyson V6 Trigger Cordless Handheld Vacuum Cleaner:
O Peak power: 100V


O Filter: Washable, life
o Dust capacity: 0.12 gallons

O Weight: 3.4 lbs
O Warranty: 2 years, restricted
The Groom+Style review team finds corded handheld vacuums to be something
Maybe we're just not
coordinated enough.
But many people prefer a corded model for use in their kitchen or workshop, and
This unit from Eureka does the job extremely well, at a really low price compared to
The cordless models we have discussed up to now on our list of the top 5 best handheld
vacuums.

Totaling 5.5 amps provide the power for the 71B, and it sucks up dirt nearly as well
As the Black & Decker and Dyson -- such as stubborn pet hair.
It has amazing reach as well, thanks to the 20-foot power cord and the long
Stretchy hose that is similar to the hose in an upright model.

(but requires regular cleaning), and it's an on-off switch so you keep control
Over the way the EasyClean picks up dirt.
Perhaps the coolest feature, though, is that the "Riser Visor" nozzle cover which is
Normally in the down position for flat areas, but flips up for easy cleaning of
Vertical surfaces such as stair risers. There's also a crevice tool for nooks and

filter.
Eureka's 71B is somewhat heavier than cordless models and isn't for everyone. But
It's strong, inexpensive and can do virtually anything the pricier handheld
Vacuums on our list can perform.
More info on the Eureka EasyClean Corded Hand-Held Vacuum, 71B:
O Battery: AC, 20 foot cable
o Run/charge time: N/A
o Filter: Cup-style, Washable
o Dust capacity: N/A
o Accessories: Crevice tool
O Weight: 4.8 pounds
o Warranty: One year, limited
This is an extremely good cordless handheld vacuum cleaner.
Somewhere between the Black & Decker and Dyson, so it drops lower in our
Rankings because we are not sure the cost is totally justified.
However, the Groom+Style team insists we would all be happy to have
The Bissell 1985 in our home.
Powered with a fade-free (meaning it doesn't gradually lose power as you use it) 22-
Volt lithion-ion battery, this unit has terrific suction that contrasts nicely to the top
Vacuums on our listing.

And powered brush roller which make it easy to clean just about anywhere and pick
Up just about anything including pet hair.
What they didn't like as much was the relatively-short extension hose which
Requires you to bend over to use the Bissell for most applications, and the fact that
It's heavier than most competitors. The short recharging time is another big plus.
The 1985 Multi Cordless may be somewhat overpriced, but it is a great cordless
Handheld model that's definitely worth your consideration, particularly when you
Can find it on sale.
Looking closer at the Bissell 1985 Multi Cordless Hand Vacuum:
O Peak power: 22V
o Battery: Lithion-ion, rechargeable

o Filter: Washable, replaceable


O Weight: 3.9 pounds
O Warranty: 2 years, limited
We wanted to include one wet/dry model on the list of the top 5 best handheld
Vacuums, and the DirtTamer Supreme is our choice. It is slightly "underpowered"
In our opinion at 12 volts, and the battery is lead-acid rather than lithion-ion.
But there are positives to compensate. There's a three-stage HEPA filter which does
An superb job of removing contaminants since it warms up, and the Groom+Style
Team discovered that the lower power rating doesn't really prevent this unit from
Cleaning up just about everything it comes across, such as liquid messes. (If you
Want more power, the company's Ultima V2510 is rated at 14.4 volts, but we
Didn't think it made a major difference.)


The Black & Decker CHV1410L vacuum is designed with a rotating, slim nozzle
That targets dirt from tight spaces. Black & Decker asserts 50-percent more reach than
The preceding dustbuster designs, making for less bending and better
accessibility. The CHV1410L features its "smart charge" technology, which uses
Up to 50% less energy, to go with its Lithium-Ion battery. This handheld vacuum
Includes brush and crevice tool accessories which are found on-board the unit

Pro & Cons
Groom+Style found that the battery performance of the Black & Decker
CHV1410L was long-lasting and fast recharging, which is obviously a secret
Requirement for any cordless, handheld vacuum. The unit is very powerful and has
Remarkable suction. This vacuum features an extended piece on the end, which is
Great for getting to all those hard-to-reach places around the house. This bag less
Vacuum has a plastic filter and is incredibly easy to clean and empty. Other pros
Revolved around the accessions that include this handheld, including the flip-up
brush and rotating nozzle. It is also incredible value for money.

Handheld vacuum which includes a four-foot flexible hose that easily reaches top
Places and tight spaces, making it especially useful on stairs and in your
car. There's no battery memory on this unit, so the battery has a long life and can
The battery charges only when required
As it's Energy Star Smart Charge approved. The BDH2000FL has a highperformance
Motor which powers its powerful, durable suction. This vacuum also
Comes with a pet hair cleaning tool designed to pick up those pesky pet hairs.
Black & Decker also boasts of the three-stage filtration system that prevents dust
and debris from escaping for clean air exhaust. It's also great for hardwood floors.
Pro & Cons
The long run-time per fee (~18 minutes) is a big selling point for this vacuum
As are the fantastic attachments that come with the unit, in particular the crevice tool,
The flexible hose comes in handy when you're
Trying to get into tight spaces, like in a car.
exceptional. Other pros include its lightweight design, good quality plastics, and
washable filter.

Handheld vacuum which excels at cleaning up pet hair around every area of the house.
It sports a Pet Upholstery Tool that offers a 3 blade design for pet hair pickup.
The Platinum LINX vacuum offers a Lithium-Ion interchangeable battery which
Provides fade free power, using a 25 degree pivot design nozzle for easy
maneuverability. Hoover also boasts of its Deluxe Dusting Brush with double rows of
Gentle bristles that quickly let you dust delicate surfaces.
Pro & Cons
Several customers commended the vacuum's Lithium-ion battery, which can be both
powerful and long-lasting. In terms of pet hair, the unit's power brush attachment
Was also a big selling point, as the attachment itself is motorized which works great
On removing pet hair from furniture; this attribute was pointed out by a great deal of
Customers and seems to be the single biggest selling point. Several reviewers also
Remarked on the vacuum's flexibility, making it easy to get into tough-to-reach
Areas, and noting how well it works on stairs and in cars also. Other pros of
The Platinum LINX vacuum include it being very easy to clean and empty, its
Compact design, and that the battery is removable for when its time to charge .
There were several things that customers didn't like about the Platinum
LINX vacuum. The Platinum LINX is somewhat pricey for a handheld vacuum. Some
Reviewers noted that the vacuum occasionally struggled on carpets, and the crevice
Tool needs to be managed carefully.
The Dirt Devil Scorpion Quick Flip is powered by a 7 amp motor that is able to
Pick up pebbles, sand, dirt, and other debris that many other vacuums leave behind.
It comes with a fast flip crevice tool that cleans tight spaces between sofa
cushions and car seats. All dirt and debris that are suctioned by its flexible hose,
Dusting brush, or crevice tool is hauled to a bag-less dirt disposal that is easy
To remove, dump and use once again. The Quick Flip comes with a 16-foot power
Cord also.
Pro & Cons
Several reviewers noted that what makes the suction successful and clean is that
The vacuum comes with an F5 filter that can either be washed in the washer or
sink. The Quick Flip comes with a sixteen foot power cord for when you Don't
Want to charge it, which was a huge selling point for many clients. The power
Cord is easy to wrap around and use within the home. The vacuum is powered by a
Motor that runs on seven amps and weighs just 3 pounds, so it's easy to carry
To get a quick clean up, which is essential when shopping for a handheld vacuum
A few other users wrote that because of its minuscule size, the Quick Flip can become
Quite noisy when it is in use. Another customer noted that the accessory tote that
Comes with the vacuum is too small to hold it.
The Dyson DC34 has a strong digital engine that is designed so that there is no

Vacuums, don't rely on carbon brushes, so there are no carbon dust emissions. The
DC34 is a light weight vacuum that only weighs three pounds.
Difficult to wash with an ordinary vacuum, the DC34 has a dual power mode
Between fifteen minutes (28 air g) of high suction, or six minutes (65 air watts)
Of higher suction if needed.
Pro & Cons
Customers enjoyed many features of the DC34. The product comes with
Accessories for effective cleaning like the mix brush, crevice tool, and
Wide debris nozzle that's able to remove dirt regardless of the location. Reviewers
Were also impressed with the powerful 22.2 volt Lithium-ion battery that easily
charges for reuse. The DC34 stands out from its competitors in that it doesn't
Require a bag as dirt and debris moves into a bin -- press the button to release the
Dirt, and simply reuse.
What did customers not like about the DC34? Well, to begin with, It's quite on the
Expensive side for a handheld vacuum, retailing for about $160. Other than price,
A couple of reviewers noted that the DC34 cannot function while being charged.
The Dyson DC44 stands at twenty-eight inches and weighs only ten pounds. The
Product features a digital motor that is three times stronger than
conventional motors. The vacuum Comprises a nickel manganese cobalt battery which
Allows for rapid recharge, so it is ready for use and functions long enough for the

Fiber brushes, which work great on hard floors.
Pro & Cons
Customers raved about the carbon fiber brushes and brush cleaners, which can be
Meant to improve the cleaning process. The DC44's "Root Cyclone" technology
Also drew praise, as it spins air at a remarkably high speed into a bin, as being a
Bag-less unit means using no loss of suction or mess.
Detachable long-reach wand that allows for cleaning those hard-to-reach areas,
And a "boost mode" which provides a choice either twenty minutes of constant suction

Reviewers generally noted two common complaints with the DC44. The first is
That the dump cup is small and fills up quickly, requiring users to chronically
The second is that at around $350 on Amazon, it is one of the
Most expensive handheld vacuums on the market.
The Eureka EasyClean 71B vacuum is powered by a solid 5.5 amp motor and
Includes a stretch hose that is good for cleaning cars, upholstery, and staircase. This
Vacuum really has two motors -- one that powers the revolving brush, and a
second motor for suction.
Visor" which is useful for carpeted stairs. Other features include a bagless
Filter and a clear dust cup that easily cleans. The unit weighs just five pounds, and
Has a 20-foot cord that wraps for simple storage.
Pro & Cons
Reviewers emphasized how big of a punch the Eureka EasyClean 71B packs at
This type of small size -- the suction on this unit is impressive for a handheld vacuum.
Several clients noted how efficient this vacuum works on stairs, and at
Picking those up hard-to-target pet hairs. The "Riser Visor" is a unique characteristic that
Many customers appreciated as well. Of course, the lightweight design and small
Size of the vacuum is a huge selling points, since it's easy to carry around from space,
And it can be stored almost anywhere.
A Couple of clients noted that the Eureka EasyClean 71B vacuum can be a bit noisy
When it is in use. Even at five Pounds, some users thought this unit was a bit on the
Heavier side for a handheld unit.
The Black & Decker Platinum PHV1810 is a cordless, handheld vacuum which has
18 volts of power and a high performance engine with cyclonic action. It includes

accessories.
Easy maneuverability makes it a perfect car vacuum.

Pro & Cons
Many clients loved this unit's nozzle, which has a wide range of motions and
Pivots to be used at many different angles, which comes in handy when using it in
Your car as well. It's also great for picking up dog hair, cat litter, and any crumbs
The children may have left laying around. Several users noted that the layout
Feature which allows the vacuum to fold in half came in handy quite a bit when it
Was time to store the unit. Other pros include that it's pretty quiet for a handheld
Vacuum, it works very well on upholstery, and it's extremely easy to clean.
Some noticed that the filter is a little hard to access, as you must remove the
Chute and canister to get to it. Others noted that the battery life could be longer.
The FHV1200 comes with a four foot flexible hose that can easily extend to reach
Those hard-to-reach areas, whether on top of cabinets, under the sofa cushions,
It features a three stage filtration system with cyclonic action
that spins dirt away and into an empty dirt canister. The cyclonic action also
Prevents dust and debris from escaping, so the only air exhaust is clean. Other
Equipment that includes the product to assist cleaning is a long crevice tool, a

Pro & Cons
Some clients were impressed by the FHV1200's high performance motor,
Which produces a strong suction. Three words seemed to sum up how many felt
About the FHV1200 -- small, light, and powerful. Other reviewers loved that the
Filter is easily washable and dishwasher-safe. After You're done with the vacuum
It can be saved in a its handy storage caddy, together with its accessories, which
Several users found to be quite helpfulThere are, however, a few disadvantages that a few other clients pointed out
with product. The first is that the brush wears out fast.
Replacement filters are expensive at $10. And the third is that it has a relatively long
Recharge time compared to its competitors.
The Dirt Devil Accucharge features an energy star qualified battery charger that
Results in a longer battery life, always an important factor in a handheld vacuum.
The vacuum's charger replenishes energy twice faster than its rivals, the
Reason being that it comprises AccuCharge technology. The AccuCharge technology
Of the product uses seventy percent less energy, despite using fifteen volts of
Suction ability to suck up dirt and debris.
Pro & Cons
Users noted that dirt and debris that is sucked through the mouth of the vacuum
Cyclones away from the F4 filter and into a transparent bag-less bin which dumps
Directly into the trash for simple and quick reuse. At three pounds, the vacuum is
Easy to carry from room to room while holding to complete cleaning tasks on stairs.
The Dirt Devil comes with a fast flip crevice tool that reaches intricate spaces on
Both the floor and above-ground -- air vents, baseboards, and tiny spaces.
Some clients felt that the wall mount could be improved with this unit -- the wall
Mount stays put on the wall, but there's no click that proves that it's secure to the
mount. Another drawback noted by reviewers is that the product is quite a bit
noisy for such a small sized vacuum.