Are you looking for the best handheld vacuum 2022 for cleaning your home? In this article, we share the top 10 handheld vacuums on the market.
Best Handheld Vacuums
1. Shark WANDVAC WV201.
The WANDVAC WV201 is a cordless handheld vacuum that comes with a charging dock that charges and stores the device. This ensures that the vacuum is always charged and ready to use.
The charging dock has storage space for the device’s accessories, making all the parts conveniently accessible in one place.
The WV201 operates on a lithium-ion battery and takes 2.5 hours to fully charge.
It provides incredible suction thanks to its high-speed, brushless motor.
This vacuum is great for cleaning high surfaces as the lightweight structure offers better control and balance. The vacuum is cordless so it’s portable and easy to maneuver.
The WV201 features a tapered nozzle that can fit into crevices and extract dust and debris.
It comes with two accessories that are designed to tackle upholstery, carpets, and pet hair.
It has a dust cup capacity of 0.08 quarts and detaches easily with a single-touch function without getting your hands dirty.
The dust cup and filter are washable for easy maintenance.
This is the best cordless handheld vacuum in our guide and has the highest rated cleaning ability in our cleaning tests.
- Lightweight
- Easy to empty
- Low profile allows easy storage
- Lots of attachments
- Easy docking and charging
- Long battery duration
- Strong suction
- Noisy operation
- Relatively expensive
2. Dyson 231770-01 V7 Trigger.
The Dyson 231770-01 is a handheld vacuum with very strong suction thanks to the V7 motor. It comes with a charging cord but it is cord-free when in operation. To start the motor, you simply pull the trigger.
Once the device is fully charged, it provides fade-free suction for up to 30 minutes.
It comes with a variety of useful accessories. The Mini Motorized tool can be used to remove pet hair and ground-in dirt, the Combination tool is great for cleaning the car, and the long crevice tool is designed to reach awkward spaces.
The Dyson V7 Trigger is fitted with a hygienic dirt ejector that empties the vacuum in a single action, eliminating the need to touch the dirt.
All of these features put it above and beyond most handheld vacuums.
- Lightweight build
- Versatile design
- Easy to maneuver around
- Maintenance is simple
- Bin is simple to empty
- Great suction especially when using max power mode
- Small bin
- Only a 10 minute run time on max power
3. BLACK+DECKER HHVI315JO42.
The HHVI315JO42 is a lightweight, cordless vacuum that comes with a plug-in charger and a wall-mount for storage. It delivers extended run time and strong, cyclonic suction.
This handheld vacuum Black decker operates on lithium technology. It comes with a crevice attachment for accessing hard-to-reach places, and brush tool for cleaning upholstery. Its wide-mouth design allows it to easily scoop up large debris in addition to finer dust particles.
The cyclonic action of the device keeps the filter clean for longer. The vacuum is fitted with a translucent dirt bowl so it’s easy to see when it needs to be emptied. The dustbowl and filter are washable, making maintenance of the device relatively easy.
Performance in cordless models usually lags behind corded ones, but this handheld model is a great choice.
- Long cord
- Lots of attachments that are useful
- Easy to use and lightweight
- Comes with a mount
- Decent suction
- Battery time is weak
- Charging takes a long time
- No indicator light to let you know when its charged or dead
4. VacLife VL106.
The VL106 is a cordless device with a strong motor and forceful suction powered by a lithium-ion battery. The battery is long-lasting and takes 3-4 hours to fully charge.
This device comes with 3 nozzles that are designed to tackle different situations. The dust brush tool is designed to loosen debris, the crevice attachment is thin enough to reach into awkward spaces, and the rubber jar tool allows the vacuum to suck up liquid. It also comes with an extension hose for hard to reach surfaces.
The sleek handheld vacuum is fitted with a durable, stainless steel HEPA filter that can be washed and a detachable dust cup for quick and easy emptying of the vacuum.
The VacLife handheld vacuum features a practical LED light so you can clean more efficiently in the dark.
- Comes with many accessories
- Suction is powerful
- Washable filter that is reusable
- Long battery time
- LED indicator for charging status
- Dust collector is visible so you know when to empty
- Awkward positioning of air vent, sometimes it blows air into what you’re trying to vacuum
- No storage bag or docking station
- Replacing the filter is tricky
5. Audew AX-6601.
The Audew is a rechargeable, lightweight cordless vacuum that is designed with a specialized air vent that facilitates the reduction of noise.
The vacuum runs on a lithium battery that operates a high-speed motor. The vacuum is fully charged within 3 to 5 hours and provides a total runtime of 30 minutes. The device can be left on charge as it won’t cause any damage to it.
It comes with 3 attachments; a crevice nozzle for vacuuming corners and liquids, a brush nozzle for carpet and hair, and a flexible long tube for hard-to-reach places.
The Audew has a HEPA filter that promotes powerful suction and is easy to clean, it has great cleaning power compared to other handheld vacuums and we list it as one of our favorite cleaning products.
- Comes with a carrying case
- Lots of accessories
- Cleanable filter
- Good battery life
- Simple operation
- Suction is average and requires a lot of time to vacuum because of how weak it is
6. BLACK+DECKER Dustbuster CHV1410L.
The BLACK+DECKER CHV1410L is a cordless, rechargeable vacuum that can be left on charge without damaging the device, so it’s always ready for operation. The vacuum is equipped with Smart Charge technology that uses up to 50 percent less energy. It takes 4 hours to fully charge.
The device runs on a lithium-ion battery and delivers outstanding suction.
The CHV1410L has a nozzle that rotates 180 degrees and is slim enough to fit into very tight spaces. It also features a built-in extendable crevice tool that pulls out when needed.
It functions with cyclonic action which keeps the filter clean similar to a canister vacuum. The dirt bowl and filters are removable for easy cleaning.
- Swivel head
- Has a charging stand
- Lightweight
- Easy to empty and clean
- Reassembly is simple and quick
- Battery lasts a long time
- Nozzle sometimes falls off when maneuvering in tight places
- Loud operation
7. Dirt Devil Scorpion SD20005RED.
The Dirt Devil Scorpion is a corded handheld vacuum with a 16-foot power cord that provides extended reach, making it easy to move around or vacuum your car.
The benefit of being corded is that the vacuum has continuous power for covering larger areas while still being lightweight and portable.
The vacuum cleaner has great suction strength due to its 7 Amp motor. It features user-friendly fingertip controls and comes with a detachable hose for hard-to-reach surfaces, an upholstery tool, and a built-in crevice tool. All of this combined makes it great for removing pet hair, cleaning bare floors and even handling wet spills.
The Dirt Devil Scorpion corded vacuum has a durable filter that can be detached and washed for easy maintenance. We think the Scorpion is by the best corded handheld vacuum on the market.
- Small compact design
- Powerful suction
- Easy storage
- Value for money is great
- Long power cord
- Operation is very loud
- Relatively heavy
- Dust gets stuck all around the filter
8. Homasy HM207A.
This is a powerful cordless vacuum that runs on 4 lithium batteries and delivers a runtime of up to 30 minutes before needing to be recharged. The time required to fully recharge the batteries is 3 to 4 hours in total.
The Homasy HM207A operates a high-power motor with suction power up to 8Kpa or Airwatts. The strong suction is suitable for deep cleaning, collecting pet hair, and vacuuming particles as small as 0.3 microns. The vacuum can be used on wet and dry surfaces.
The Homasy HM207A is a good handheld vacuum and comes with 3 versatile attachments. The rubber jar tool is suitable for cleaning liquids, the brush tool facilitates the cleaning of carpets and frames, and the crevice tool is great for cleaning hard-to-reach places.
It has a decent-sized dust cup capacity of 600 ml so it requires less frequent cleaning.
- Replaceable filters
- 30 minutes of run time
- Large capacity dust cap
- Decent suction strength
- Battery life could be improved
- Indicator lights for battery would be nice
- Hair gets stuck inside
9. Shark Rocket HV292.
The HV292 is a corded, lightweight handheld vacuum that is fitted with a versatile 15-foot power cord so the vacuum won’t lose its suction power while being very portable.
This mobile vacuum is great for quick pick-ups, cleaning above ground, stairs and car interiors.
The device comes with various accessories including a stretch hose, crevice tool, dusting brush, and TruePet motorized brush.
The unique TruePet motorized brush picks up pet hair, allergens, and dust from deep inside fabric and furniture.
The Shark Rocket HV292 is fitted with a user-friendly dust cup that empties by simply pushing a button. The filters are washable and the vacuum does not use bags so there are no maintenance costs.
- Versatile and practical
- Lightweight design
- Easy to use
- Emptying it out is very simple
- Good motorized brush
- 15-foot cord
- Great value for money
- Non retractable cord
10. BLACK+DECKER BDH2000PL.
This cord-free vacuum has a high-performance motor that operates on a lithium battery and provides fade-free suction power. It comes with a standing charging base for a compact, convenient storage solution.
The BDH2000PL has a nozzle that pivots up to 200 degrees for hard to reach areas.
The vacuum features a 3-stage filtration system that expels cleaner, more breathable air.
The device has an onboard brush for cleaning upholstery and an on-board crevice tool for easy access to tight spaces.
The bag-free dust bowl has a decent capacity of 15 ounces. The bowl and the filter are easy to remove and wash, providing hassle-free maintenance.
- Good suction power
- Storage and charging is easy
- Compact design
- Long battery life
- Cool modern design
- Very loud operation
- Hard to empty
- Relatively expensive
FAQ
What are some common attachments with handheld vacuums?
- Brush attachment
- Multi surface pet tool
- Pet hair tool / pet hair brush
- Flexible hose
- Extension cord
Is a handheld vacuum worth it?
A hand vacuum is great for short cleaning jobs. You won’t survive cleaning your whole house using only handheld vacuum cleaner, but it’s great your cars and other jobs. Not all handheld vacuums are equal and some have better features. Look for things such as an extendable hose, very powerful suction and a removable battery. Also don’t get one with a short battery life, small dust bin or one that can’t handle fine debris.
In our traditional handheld vacuum reviews, we try to go into detail of each hand vac.
What are some alternative hand vacs not on the list?
- Shark Ultracyclone
- Bissell Pet Hair Eraser