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The 10 Best Vacuum Cleaners for 2024

Derek Hales

Written By: Derek Hales

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To date, we have tested 150+ different vacuums, including 94 robots, 23 uprights, and 41 cordless vacuums. We put vacuums through a battery of objective and data-driven tests to find the absolute best vacuums for 2024.

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Best Vacuums 2024

We’re organizing this list by type of vacuum and then by price, from most expensive to more budget-friendly.

What’s on this page?

Best Uprights | Best Cordless Stick | Best Robot Vacuum | Cleaning Performance | System Sealing | Run Time | Navigation | Noise | Usability | Maintenance | How We Test

#1 Overall Upright

Dyson Ball Animal 3

Dyson Ball Animal 3

Type: Upright Dustbin: 0.45 gal Price: $$

Odor Neutralizing; High performance

Shark Stratos Upright

Shark Stratos Upright

Type: Upright Dustbin: 0.37 gal Price: $$

Upright with Canister Features

Shark Navigator Lift Away Pro

Shark Navigator Lift-Away Pro

Type: Upright Dustbin: 0.55 gal Price: $

#1 Overall Cordless

Dyson Gen5

Dyson Gen5 Detect

Type: Cordless Stick Dustbin: 0.20 gal Price: $$$$

Odor Neutralizing Cleaning

Shark Stratos Cordless

Shark Stratos Cordless

Type: Cordless Stick Dustbin: 0.10 gal Price: $$$

Budget Cordless; Great Cleaning

Samsung Jet 75

Samsung Jet 75

Type: Cordless Stick Dustbin: 0.21 gal Price: $$

#1 Overall Robot

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra

Type: Robot Mop Combo Self-Empty: Yes Price: $$$$+

Best Vacuum Performance

Roomba S9+

Roomba S9+

Type: Robot Vacuum Self-Empty: Yes Price: $$$

Great with long hair

Shark Matrix

Shark Matrix

Type: Robot Vacuum Self-Empty: Yes Price: $$$

Budget with a dock

Roomba I3+ Evo

Roomba i3+ EVO

Type: Robot Vacuum Self-Empty: Yes Price: $$

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Best Upright Vacuums

First up, let’s discuss the best upright vacuums.

Best Upright All Vacuums

#1 Overall Upright

Dyson Ball Animal 3

Dyson Ball Animal 3

Type: Upright Dustbin: 0.45 gal Price: $$

Odor Neutralizing; High performance

Shark Stratos Upright

Shark Stratos Upright

Type: Upright Dustbin: 0.37 gal Price: $$

Upright with Canister Features

Shark Navigator Lift Away Pro

Shark Navigator Lift-Away Pro

Type: Upright Dustbin: 0.55 gal Price: $

Also see our deep dive best upright vacuums guide for more.

Dyson Ball Animal 3

Dyson Ball Animal 3
99 Cleaning
100 Sealed System
100 Build Quality
89 Usability
96 Maintenance
98.3 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1

Best For

  • Fantastic 99.4% overall debris removal score
  • Cleaning head is adjustable for variable suction and sealing
  • Great for pet hair and long hair

Considerations

  • Not available at all retailers

Our Verdict

The Dyson Ball Animal 3 isn’t too different from the previous Ball Animal 2. However, it improves in small ways like the adjustable cleaning head to increase/decrease suction.

In terms of performance, the Animal 3 is fantastic removing 99.4% of all debris, managing pet and long hair with ease, and being completely sealed.

While it can be a bit pricey at times, the performance of the Animal 3 is undeniable. If you are looking for the best, this is it.

Type: Upright
Bagless: Yes, 0.45 gal (1.7 L)
Cordless: No, 35 ft. (10.7 m)

Across the entire list of vacuums we recommend, the Dyson Ball Animal 3 is the top performer when it comes to raw cleaning performance. While other vacuums come close, nothing compares to the 99.4% debris removal across all floor types. In addition, none of the long hair tangled around the brush roll, and practically all of the pet hair was removed. Thanks to an adjustable cleaning head, which raises or lowers gates to adjust the suction and seal on the floor, the Animal 3 cruised through our tests with ease.

Dyson Ball Animal 3 Hard Pre
Dyson Ball Animal 3 before hardwood cleaning test
Dyson Ball Animal 3 Hard Post
Dyson Ball Animal 3 after hardwood cleaning test

The body of the Animal 3 is completely sealed, ensuring debris doesn’t get scattered about the room as you clean. Plus, it comes with a few useful accessories that aid in cleaning.

Dyson Ball Animal 3 Hose Extension
Dyson Ball Animal 3 using hose and wand

Usability is solid as the Dyson Ball Animal 3 is a relatively simple device. Both of the filters are washable and the dust bin utilizes Dyson’s classic point-and-shoot style. The Animal 3 finds itself in the middle of the pack of the upright vacuum price range. By all accounts, it is an absolute steal if you are looking for the best raw cleaning performance in an upright package.

Test TypeTest Data
Overall Debris Tests99.4%
Hardwood Floor Test99.5%
Low Pile Carpet Test99.3%
High Pile Carpet Test99.5%
Long Hair Test100%
Pet Hair Test99.0%
Edge Cleaning Test100%
Crevice Test100%
Sealed System TestFully Sealed
Build Quality TestExceptional
Noise Test81 dB

Shark Stratos Upright

Shark Stratos Upright
99 Cleaning
100 Sealed System
100 Build Quality
90 Usability
75 Maintenance
97.3 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1

Best For

  • Excellent debris removal, 98.9% across all floors
  • Great for pet hair and long hair
  • Multiple accessories and detachable pieces

Considerations

  • Most expensive upright on this list
  • Slightly struggled with sugar on high pile carpet

Our Verdict

The Shark Stratos Upright is an upright packed with multiple features, configurations, and accessories to aid in cleaning performance. It has lift-away features to act as a canister vacuum, an odor-neutralizing pod, and an under-appliance tool for under-furniture reach.

It had fantastic performance across the board removing 98.9% of all debris across all floor types. Furthermore, both hair types weren’t an issue, and crevices and edges posed no threat. In addition, the vacuum is completely sealed.

While it is the most expensive upright vacuum at times, the Stratos packs the performance and features to make it a great choice.

Type: Upright
Bagless: Yes, 0.37 gal (1.4 L)
Cordless: No, 30 ft. (9.1 m)

Being the most expensive upright vacuum on this list, the Shark Stratos Upright is a powerful contender. During our testing series, it removed 98.9% of all debris across all floor types. In addition, it completely avoided tangles in our long hair tests and removed all of the pet hair from the high pile carpet. Furthermore, the 0.4-gallon dust bin is completely sealed, keeping all of the smoke in our tests inside the vacuum.

Shark Stratos Upright High Pile Pre
Shark Stratos Upright before high pile cleaning test
Shark Stratos Upright High Pile Post
Shark Stratos Upright after high pile cleaning test

Both the standard version and the TruePet upgraded Shark Stratos have the same base vacuum, but the TruePet has more accessories. This wide range of accessories gives you the perfect tool for the cleaning situation.

Shark Stratos Unboxed
Shark Stratos Unboxed

Another great advantage the Stratos has is the ability to lift the dustbin away from the device, turning it into a canister vacuum. Additionally, this upright, and all vacuums in the Stratos lineup, come with odor-neutralizing pods that help mask bad odors that occur while cleaning.

Shark Stratos Upright Standing Height
Shark Stratos Size

While Shark makes other excellent models including the Apex DuoClean Zero-M and the Vertex DuoClean (both of which made it onto our best uprights list), neither of these models is quite as good as the Stratos.

Test TypeTest Data
Overall Debris Tests98.9%
Hardwood Floor Test99.5%
Low Pile Carpet Test99.0%
High Pile Carpet Test98.3%
Long Hair Test100%
Pet Hair Test100%
Edge Cleaning Test100%
Crevice Test99.6%
Sealed System TestFully Sealed
Build Quality TestExceptional
Noise Test75 dB

Shark Navigator Lift-Away Pro

Shark Navigator Lift Away Pro
89 Cleaning
100 Sealed System
91 Build Quality
89 Usability
83 Maintenance
90.2 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1

Best For

  • Multiple cleaning configurations
  • Set at a budget-friendly price
  • Strength of suction can be adjusted on carpet

Considerations

  • Struggled on high pile carpet, removing 60.5% of debris
  • Filters need to be replaced

Our Verdict

The Navigator Lift-Away Pro is an older upright that has a few shortcomings but still is an excellent choice. It has lift-away functionality to act as a canister vacuum and a large dustbin

But performance wasn’t perfect for the Navigator. It removed 83.6% of all debris across all floor types, struggling more on high pile carpet. However, it had exceptional performance with long and pet hair, and was completely sealed.

It isn’t perfect, but the Shark Navigator Lift-Away Pro still packs an appealing package at a great price. If you are looking for upright power on a budget, this is a great pick.

Type: Upright
Bagless: Yes, 0.55 gal (2.1 L)
Cordless: No, 30 ft. (9.1 m)

Compared to the other upright vacuums on this list, the Shark Navigator Lift-Away Pro may not look like it compares. However, the asking price for this vacuum makes it a great pick for those on a tighter budget. It has solid performance in our cleaning tests, removing 83.6% of all debris across all floor types. The dip in score only came from high pile carpet, as performance on low pile carpet and hardwood was excellent.

shark navigator pro low carpet test
Shark Navigator cleaning performance on low pile carpet

It showed great results in the long hair test, keeping the majority of it from tangling, but struggled more in our pet hair tests, not quite removing all of it from the carpet. However, the device was completely sealed in our smoke sealant tests, which is something even some high-performance vacuums fail to accomplish.

Shark Navigator Lift Away Pro Vacuum Stairs Test
Shark Navigator Pro Lift Away cleaning stairs

It comes with useful accessories and the same lift-away features the Shark Stratos has, allowing it to function as a canister vacuum when needed. Additionally, that dustbin is the biggest on this entire list, giving you more space for dirt and debris. Overall, it is again, not the absolute best, but still a great pick considering the price.

Test TypeTest Data
Overall Debris Tests86.4%
Hardwood Floor Test92.0%
Low Pile Carpet Test94.8%
High Pile Carpet Test72.5%
Long Hair Test55.0%
Pet Hair Test99.9%
Edge Cleaning Test100%
Crevice Test95.0%
Sealed System TestFully Sealed
Build Quality TestExcellent
Noise Test80 dB

Best Cordless Stick Vacuums

Next up, let’s talk cordless stick vacuums.

Best Cordless Stick 2024 Image

#1 Overall Cordless

Dyson Gen5

Dyson Gen5 Detect

Type: Cordless Stick Dustbin: 0.20 gal Price: $$$$

Odor Neutralizing Cleaning

Shark Stratos Cordless

Shark Stratos Cordless

Type: Cordless Stick Dustbin: 0.10 gal Price: $$$

Budget Cordless; Great Cleaning

Samsung Jet 75

Samsung Jet 75

Type: Cordless Stick Dustbin: 0.21 gal Price: $$

Also see our best cordless stick vacuums guide for more info.

Dyson Gen5 Detect

Dyson Gen5 Detect
98 Cleaning
100 Sealed System
97 Build Quality
80 Run Time
97 Usability
88 Maintenance
96.1 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1

Best For

  • 98.4% debris removal across all floor types
  • Practically perfect long and pet hair performance
  • Intuitive design with built-in crevice tool

Considerations

  • Expensive cordless stick
  • Powerful suction may blow away smaller debris in specific situations

Why It’s Best

The Dyson Gen5 Detect is a great improvement upon previous generations, keeping excellent performance and adding great usability features. It adds a built-in crevice tool which makes handheld cleaning even simpler.

In addition, you can choose between the standard and Outsize versions of the Gen5, which comes with an additional battery, larger cleaning head, and increased dust bin capacity.

Performance was fantastic for these vacuums, removing 98.4% of all debris across all floor types. In addition, it avoided long hair tangles, managed pet hair, and were both completely sealed.

However, all this power comes at a higher asking price. The Dyson Gen5 vacuums are not cheap, but if you want the best cordless stick out there, then these are it.

Type: Cordless Stick
Bagless (Standard): Yes, 0.20 gallons
Bagless (Outsize): Yes, 0.50 gallons
Cordless: Yes, 72:19 run time

When we picked our top contender for the best cordless stick vacuum, we chose the Dyson V15. It is still an excellent cordless stick vacuum, but since the time of that comparison, the Dyson Gen5 Detect & Outsize was released. It keeps the incredible performance the V15 had while improving usability.

Dyson Gen5 Outsize Lay Down Height
Dyson Gen5 Outsize Lay Down Height

In our tests, the Dyson Gen5 Detect removed 98.4% of all debris, avoided long hair tangles and removed all of the pet hair from the high pile carpet. It has an incredibly long run time of 72 minutes on the lowest power mode and the 0.20 gallon dust bin is completely sealed.

Dyson Gen5 Detect Before Low Pile Cleaning Test
Dyson Gen5 Detect Before Low Pile Cleaning Test
Dyson Gen5 Detect After Low Pile Cleaning Test
Dyson Gen5 Detect After Low Pile Cleaning Test

The Gen5 Detect keeps all the great usability features like an auto mode, robust display, and adjustable cleaning head, but makes some key changes as well. The controls have switched to a button which reduces the chance of accidentally turning on the device while holding it.

But even more impressive is the built-in crevice tool. By simply pressing a button, the extension wand can be removed revealing the crevice tool in its place. Additionally, the vacuum can lay down nearly completely flat and comes with a variety of useful accessories.

Dyson Gen5 Outsize Built In Crevice Tool
Dyson Gen5 Outsize Built In Crevice Tool

In addition, the Gen5 comes in an Outsize version with a larger debris bin of 0.50 gallons, an extra battery, and a larger cleaning head.

While the Dyson Gen5 Detect is the latest and greatest from Dyson, they have a history of making excellent high-performance cordless stick vacuums. Even models that are a few years old, including Dyson V11 and V10, have incredible cleaning performance.

Dyson V12 Detect Slim
Dyson V12 Detect Slim

Due to their age, a lot of these older models come at a cheaper price while still offering great performance. If you want Dyson, but don’t want to pay for the Gen5 Detect, take a look at the V10, V11, V12, and V15. Each of these offers incredible performance, suction, and usability in a cordless vacuum.

All in all, the Dyson Gen5 Detect is set at a high price point, but if you are looking for the latest cordless stick with cutting-edge features and fantastic performance, this is it.

Test TypeDetect Test Data
Overall Debris Tests98.4%
Hardwood Floor Test99.3%
Low Pile Carpet Test98.4%
High Pile Carpet Test97.6%
Long Hair Test100%
Pet Hair Test100%
Edge Cleaning Test93.0%
Crevice Test91.1%
Sealed System TestFully Sealed
Build Quality TestExceptional
Run Time Test72:19
Noise Test78 dB
Test TypeOutsize Test Data
Overall Debris Tests98.1%
Hardwood Floor Test100%
Low Pile Carpet Test96.7%
High Pile Carpet Test97.7%
Long Hair Test100%
Pet Hair Test100%
Edge Cleaning Test100%
Crevice Test100%
Sealed System TestFully Sealed
Build Quality TestExceptional
Run Time Test72:22
Noise Test78 dB

Shark Stratos Cordless

Shark Stratos Cordless
98 Cleaning
100 Sealed System
96 Build Quality
88 Run Time
33 Usability
100 Maintenance
90.8 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1

Best For

  • Great cleaning performance removing 96.7% of overall debris
  • Exceptional management of long and pet hair
  • Bendable extension wand and odor neutralizing pods
  • Long run time on a single battery

Considerations

  • Weighing 9 pounds makes it fairly heavy
  • Struggled slightly with smaller debris on carpets

Why It’s Best

The Shark Stratos Cordless is the stick vacuum variant of the Stratos Upright, packing great usability, performance, and an odor-neutralizing pod.

Additionally, the cleaning performance for the Stratos was excellent, removing 96.7% of all debris across all floor types. Furthermore, it managed long and pet hair without issue, and was completely sealed.

What makes the Stratos an appealing offer is the asking price. Considering the performance of the vacuum and the usability features available, it is a great deal.

Type: Cordless Stick
Bagless (Standard): Yes, 0.10 gallons
Cordless: Yes, 78:50 run time

Our mid-range pick for cordless vacuums easily fell to the Shark Stratos Cordless. Released in tandem with the Shark Stratos Upright, it packs a lot of the same features and fantastic performance. In our tests, the Stratos removed 96.7% of all debris across all floor types. Long hair didn’t tangle and it removed all of the pet hair from the carpet.

Shark Stratos Cordless High Pile Carpet Lane Before
Shark Stratos Cordless High Pile Carpet Lane Before
Shark Stratos Cordless High Pile Carpet After
Shark Stratos Cordless High Pile Carpet After

It has the longest run time of any cordless vacuum on this list on a single battery, coming in at just under 79 minutes. Additionally, the dust bin is completely sealed ensuring that debris doesn’t scatter around the room as you clean.

It packs odor-neutralizing pods, the same that are in the Stratos Upright, and has a few included accessories. Unique to the Cordless Stratos is a bendable extension wand, that allows you to clean under furniture without bending over or crouching down.

Shark Stratos Cordless Cleaning Under Couch
Shark Stratos Cordless Cleaning Under Couch

While it doesn’t have perfect performance across the board, the Shark Stratos Cordless is still a fantastic vacuum. When you consider the asking price, it is easy to recommend this stick vacuum.

Test TypeTest Data
Overall Debris Tests96.7%
Hardwood Floor Test98.4%
Low Pile Carpet Test96.3%
High Pile Carpet Test95.3%
Long Hair Test100%
Pet Hair Test100%
Edge Cleaning Test100%
Crevice Test99.1%
Sealed System TestFully Sealed
Build Quality TestExceptional
Run Time Test78:50
Noise Test76 dB

Samsung Jet 75

Samsung Jet 75
93 Cleaning
70 Sealed System
93 Build Quality
49 Run Time
97 Usability
92 Maintenance
85.7 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1

Best For

  • Exceptional cleaning performance at 99.3% debris removal
  • Washable filters reduce annual maintenance costs
  • Useful accessories

Considerations

  • Low run time at 44:19
  • Dust bin wasn’t completely sealed

Why It’s Best

The Samsung Jet 75 isn’t the most flashy cordless stick vacuum, but it packs a solid feature set along with great performance. In addition, it maneuvers well and has the ability to lay down completely flat.

Performance for the Jet 75 was great, removing 99.3% of all debris with perfect results on hardwood flooring. It has a partially sealed dustbin, and long and pet hair performance were good, but not perfect.

However, the Samsung Jet 75 is still a great pick despite these shortcomings. When you consider the Price, it is a great pick for anyone looking for a budget-friendly stick vacuum.

Type: Cordless Stick
Bagless (Vacuum): Yes, 0.21 gal
Cordless: Yes, 44:19 run time

Despite being the budget-friendly pick, the Samsung Jet 75 is still a fantastic performer in its own right. It removed 99.3% of all debris in our tests, having perfect results on hardwood flooring. Long hair and pet hair performance wasn’t perfect, but still solid. In addition, its 0.21-gallon dust bin was partially sealed, leaking a small amount of smoke into the air during our test. This isn’t ideal, but still within an acceptable range, in our view.

Samsung Jet 75 hardwood test - before
Samsung Jet 75 hardwood test – before
Samsung Jet 75 hardwood test - after
Samsung Jet 75 hardwood test – after

The run time was quite shorter than the other stick vacuums on this list, which means you’ll need to charge it more often. That said our run time test is run with the Turbo Action Brush attached, Samsung states you can expect up to 60 minutes of run time with no motorized accessories attached.

Samsung Jet 75 handheld with mini motorized tool
Samsung Jet 75 handheld with mini motorized tool

It comes with a variety of tools that aid in specific cleaning situations, washable filters, and can lay down almost completely flat while still cleaning.

Test TypeTest Data
Overall Debris Tests99.3%
Hardwood Floor Test100%
Low Pile Carpet Test98.8%
High Pile Carpet Test99.2%
Long Hair Test40.0%
Pet Hair Test99.0%
Edge Cleaning Test99.9%
Crevice Test100%
Sealed System TestPartially Sealed
Build Quality TestExceptional
Run Time Test44:19
Noise Test78 dB

Best Robot Vacuums

Finally, let’s discuss robot vacuums.

Best Robot Vacuum 2024

#1 Overall Robot

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra

Type: Robot Mop Combo Self-Empty: Yes Price: $$$$+

Best Vacuum Performance

Roomba S9+

Roomba S9+

Type: Robot Vacuum Self-Empty: Yes Price: $$$

Great with long hair

Shark Matrix

Shark Matrix

Type: Robot Vacuum Self-Empty: Yes Price: $$$

Budget with a dock

Roomba I3+ Evo

Roomba i3+ EVO

Type: Robot Vacuum Self-Empty: Yes Price: $$

Also see our best robot vacuums deep dive guide for more info.

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra
93 Cleaning
92 Navigation
99 Build Quality
98 Usability
96 Maintenance
93.4 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1

Best For

  • Fantastic Debris Removal at 97.9%
  • Lift-away excellent mopping performance
  • Excellent cleaning efficiency, always returning to base
  • Feature-packed docking station

Considerations

  • Struggled more with long and pet hair
  • Failed to avoid the cord and mug in our obstacle avoidance test
  • High asking price

Why It’s Best

The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra is a robot mop combo packed full of tech to make cleaning less of a hassle. The robust docking station can automatically handle daily maintenance, and the robot has smart features to avoid making messes while cleaning.

Cleaning performance for the S8 was great, removing 97.9% of all debris across all floor types. While it struggled with long hair and pet hair, it had no issues with edges or crevices. In addition, the robot cleaned a healthy amount of debris while mopping.

By no means is the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra budget-friendly. However, if you are looking for the most advanced and best robot vacuums out there, then the S8 is a great choice.

Type: Robot Mop Combo
Bagless (Robot): Yes, 10.1 oz. (300 mL)
Bagless (Dock): No, 0.8 gal. (3.0 L)
Self-Empty: Yes

The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra comes at a steep asking price, but it backs it up with numerous bleeding-edge features. Debris removal performance was exceptional, cleaning 97.9% of all debris across all floor types. While long and pet hair performance struggled, the hair was easy to remove from the brush roll. However, the mopping performance was excellent. Thanks to the ability to raise /  lower the mop pads, the S8 can vacuum and mop at the same time without getting carpet or rugs wet. 

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra Low Pile Carpet Before Test
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra Low Pile Carpet Before Test
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra Low Pile Carpet After Test
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra Low Pile Carpet After Test

The robot is equipped with LiDAR, an RGB camera, and internal sensors that enable excellent obstacle avoidance. Furthermore, it can quickly map and successfully navigate while cleaning without getting stuck.

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra Lidar
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra Lidar

Maintenance is less frequent thanks to the robust docking station included. It can automatically empty the debris, refill the water supply, and wash and heat dry the mop pads. The controls are simple and the app is intuitive.

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra Dock Top
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra Dock Top

If you like the idea of Roborock but need something less expensive, the Roborock Q Revo and S7 series are both great choices. Both are less expensive, while still offering most of the same features that we see with the S8.

Test TypeTest Data
Overall Debris Tests97.9%
Hardwood Floor Test99.5%
Low Pile Carpet Test97.2%
High Pile Carpet Test96.9%
Long Hair Test36.7%
Pet Hair Test67.0%
Crevice Test100%
Edge Cleaning Test100%
Mop TestExcellent
Cleaning Speed65 min.
Obstacle AvoidanceNo
Build Quality TestExceptional
Noise Test75 dB

Roomba S9+

Roomba S9+
95 Cleaning
82 Navigation
95 Build Quality
100 Usability
100 Maintenance
93.3 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1

Best For

  • 99.0% debris removal across all floor types
  • Handles pet hair well, removing 87.0% from the carpet
  • D-shaped body to improve edge and corner access
  • Auto-empty base and helpful usability features

Considerations

  • Lacks RGB camera and obstacle avoidance
  • Lacks mopping capabilities

Why It’s Best

The Roomba S9+ is an impressive robot vacuum despite its age. Designed with a D-shaped body, auto-empty base station, and user-friendly app experience, the S9+ still has a lot to offer.

Where it shines is in cleaning performance as it removed 99.0% of all debris across all floor types, managed pet hair well, and cleaned effectively along edges and in crevices. That said, it struggled with long hair, having the majority tangle around the brushroll.

Despite that one setback, the Roomba S9+ has a lot to offer. Due to its age, the S9+ has come down in price, making it a great choice for a robot vacuum solution.

Type: Robot
Bagless (Robot): Yes, 12.8 oz. (379 mL)
Bagless (Dock): No, 0.5 gal. (1.7 L)
Self-Empty: Yes

Despite being an older model in terms of when it was released, the Roomba S9+ still stands as one of the best-performing robot vacuums we’ve tested. Across all floor and debris types, it cleaned up 99.0% of the debris. While it struggled more with long hair performance, having 56.7% of the strands tangle, the pet hair performance was excellent.

Roomba S9+ cleaning vs. high pile carpet
Roomba S9+ cleaning vs. high pile carpet

It lacks mopping capabilities and obstacle avoidance features but navigates well. Assuming you clear the floor of obstacles, the S9+ has no issues fully cleaning the space and returning to the docking station.

Roomba S9 Plus Robot Vacuum
Roomba S9+

It has helpful mapping features, an intuitive app, and an auto-empty docking station. While this station isn’t as robust as others, it works well and holds, on average, up to 30 days of debris.

Under side of the Roomba S9+
Under side of the Roomba S9+

As with Roborock, Roomba has a much larger model lineup if you need something less expensive. The Combo j7+ is a vacuum mop combo that empties its own dust bin and did great in our tests. In addition, the budget-friendly i3+ EVO has fewer bells and whistles, but still maintains exceptionally good vacuuming performance.

Shark Matrix

Shark Matrix
91 Cleaning
79 Navigation
90 Build Quality
100 Usability
100 Maintenance
90.2 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1

Best For

  • Excellent debris removal and tangle avoidance
  • Bagless dust bin reduces annual maintenance costs
  • Navigates quickly and well

Considerations

  • Lacks obstacle avoidance or mopping features
  • Struggled with pet hair

Why It’s Best

The Shark Matrix is a robot vacuum with an auto-empty base and bagless debris bin. It is a fairly simple device that lacks obstacle avoidance technology but navigates efficiently.

In our cleaning tests, the Matrix removed 97.3% of all debris and had fantastic performance with long hair. That said, it had issues with pet hair, but cleaned well along edges and in crevices. Furthermore, it has no mopping functionality.

What gives the Shark Matrix the edge is the price relative to performance and the reduced maintenance costs from the bagless debris bin. If you don’t need some of the higher-tech features, then the Matrix is a fantastic pick.

Type: Robot
Bagless (Robot): Yes, 6.4 oz. (189 mL)
Bagless (Dock): Yes, Unknown
Self-Empty: Yes

The Shark Matrix, like the previously mentioned robot vacuums, has excellent debris removal with 97.3% cleaned across all floor types. It had nearly perfect results on hardwood but lagged behind a little on low and high pile carpet.

Shark Matrix Hardwood Before Cleaning Test
Shark Matrix Hardwood Before Cleaning Test
Shark Matrix Hardwood After Cleaning Test
Shark Matrix Hardwood After Cleaning Test

However, the Matrix is one of the best-performing robots at managing long hair. Only 6.7% of the strands tangled around the brush roll after the test. Pet hair performance wasn’t as great and it lacks any obstacle avoidance.

Despite the lack of a camera, the Matrix navigates efficiently, without getting stuck and returning to base. It has a useful app and an auto-empty base. This is the only robot vacuum on this list that uses a bagless dust bin in the base, which reduces annual maintenance costs.

Shark Matrix
Shark Matrix

While it may lack some of the latest features, it still performs well and has thoughtful additions that enhance usability. Considering the price point, the Shark Matrix is an easy recommendation.

Test TypeTest Data
Overall Debris Tests97.3%
Hardwood Floor Test99.7%
Low Pile Carpet Test95.3%
High Pile Carpet Test96.9%
Long Hair Test93.3%
Pet Hair Test43.0%
Crevice Test100%
Edge Cleaning Test89.0%
Mop TestExceptional
Cleaning Speed45 min.
Obstacle AvoidanceNo
Build Quality TestExcellent
Noise Test65 dB

Roomba i3+ EVO

Roomba i3+ EVO
96 Cleaning
77 Navigation
92 Build Quality
94 Usability
100 Maintenance
92.2 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1

Best For

  • Excellent debris removal performance with 99%
  • Auto-empty base for reduced daily maintenance
  • Budget-friendly price

Considerations

  • Lacks obstacle avoidance or more robust mapping features
  • No mopping functionality

Why It’s Best

The Roomba i3+ EVO is a slightly improved version of the original i3+ released in 2018. The robots are essentially the same, with the only difference being improved mapping features with the i3+ EVO. In addition, there is a non-plus version that doesn’t include the auto-empty docking station.

In regards to performance the i3+ EVO did well removing 99.0% of all debris, handling pet hair well, and having no issues in our edge and crevice tests. That said, it had the majority of long hair tangle in the brushroll.

What makes the Roomba i3+ EVO great is the price relative to performance. It may not come with the latest and greatest features, but still offers a great package at a cheaper price.

Type: Robot
Bagless (Robot): Yes, 16.9 oz. (500 mL)
Bagless (Dock): Yes, Unknown
Self-Empty: Yes

As mentioned previously, the Roomba i3+ EVO is a more budget-friendly robot vacuum from Roomba, that still packs excellent performance and great usability features. Across all debris removal tests, the i3+ EVO cleaned 99.0% of debris, matching the performance of the S9+. Long and pet hair performance was both solid, but it lacks mopping capabilities.

Roomba i3+ EVO Hardwood Floor Cleaning Tests
Roomba i3+ EVO Hardwood Floor Cleaning Tests

Due to the device’s age, it lacks some of the newer features like improved navigation and virtual walls or zones. However, it still creates a map for you to view, but virtual walls can’t be set and zones can’t be identified. That said, the i3+ EVO comes with an auto-empty base that reduces the amount of time you spend with your hands on the robot.

Roomba i3+ EVO Clean Base
Roomba i3+ EVO Clean Base

It’s not the highest-tech option on this list by any means. But seeing this level of performance at this price point makes the Roomba i3+ EVO an easy recommendation.

Cleaning Performance

Cleaning performance is the most important factor we consider when choosing the best vacuums. We test many factors depending on the vacuum type, including long and pet hair tests, edge and crevices tests, and mop tests for the robot vacuums.

Dry Debris Cleaning Performance Test
Cleaning performance test – dry debris

Due to the difference in testing procedures, we will separate robot vacuums from the other devices to make a more accurate comparison.

Upright & Cordless Stick Vacuums

Across all cleaning tests the Dyson Ball Animal 3 is the clear winner. With 99.4% debris removal across all floor types, no other vacuum comes close, except the Samsung Jet 75. Surprisingly the Jet 75 had nearly identical performance with 99.3% debris removal.

Dyson Ball Animal 3 before low pile carpet cleaning test
Dyson Ball Animal 3 before low pile carpet cleaning test
Dyson Ball Animal 3 after low pile carpet cleaning test
Dyson Ball Animal 3 after low pile carpet cleaning test

The worst-performing model was the Shark Navigator Lift-Away Pro with 83.6% debris removal. However, it’s also incredibly budget-friendly, so some of that missed performance can be excused.

In regards to long hair, practically every single vacuum recommended on this list managed long hair well. Many vacuums had perfect scores, while others were practically there themselves, with the notable exceptions being the Shark Navigator and Samsung Jet 75.

Samsung Jet 75 hair test results
Samsung Jet 75 hair test results

For comparison, the average upright we test has 10.6% of long hair tangle in the brush roll. The average cordless stick has 14.2% of the strands tangle, based on all of our tests to date.

Pet hair performance was great for all devices and the edge test was no threat to any vacuum. The same could be said for the crevice test, except for the Shark Navigator, which struggled removing debris from the deepest crevice in our testing lane.

Shark Stratos UprightDyson Ball Animal 3Shark Navigator Lift-Away ProAverage Upright VacuumDyson Gen5 DetectDyson Gen5 OutsizeShark Stratos CordlessSamsung Jet 75Average Cordless Stick Vacuum
Vacuum TypeUprightUprightUprightUprightCordless StickCordless StickCordless StickCordless StickCordless Stick
Overall Cleaning98.9%99.4%84.0%88.2%98.4%98.1%96.7%99.3%90.2%
Hardwood Overall99.5%99.5%93.0%80.2%99.3%100%98.4%100%90.6%
Low Pile Overall99.0%99.3%98.0%95.5%98.4%96.7%96.3%98.8%92.3%
High Pile Overall98.3%99.5%61.0%86.8%97.6%97.7%95.3%99.2%87.0%
Long Hair Tangle Avoidance100%100%99.0%86.7%100%100%100%40.0%85.7%
Pet Hair Removed100%99.0%99.0%98.8%100%100%100%99.0%99.2%
Edge Test100%100%100%99.7%93.0%100%100%99.9%93.8%
Crevice Test99.6%100%59.4%92.9%91.1%100%99.1%100%98.5%

Robot Vacuums

When it comes to robot vacuums, the Roomba’s are the clear winners with debris removal. Whether it is the S9+ or the i3+ EVO, both have 99% total debris removal. However, neither the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra or Shark Matrix are that far behind. There is only 1.7% difference between these 4 devices.

Roomba S9 Plus Cleaning Low Pile Carpet Tests
Roomba S9+ cleaning vs. low pile carpet

Robot vacuums struggle more with long hair compared to other vacuums. However, we still have a clear stand-out winner. While the performance wasn’t perfect, the Shark Matrix only had 6.7% of the hair tangle in the brush roll. The Roomba S9+ was second but was still far behind having 56.7% of the hair tangle by weight.

Roomba S9 Hair Test
Roomba S9 Hair Test

Pet hair performance wasn’t nearly as good as the other vacuum types with the closest device being the Roomba S9+, which removed 87% of the pet hair.

Edges and crevices weren’t a major issue for any robot vacuum, and the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra was the only robot with a mop, which had excellent performance while cleaning.

Roborock S8 Pro UltraRoomba S9+Shark MatrixRoomba i3+ EVOAverage Robot Vacuum
Overall Cleaning97.9%99.0%97.3%99.0%92.5%
Hardwood Overall99.5%99.0%99.7%99.0%97.1%
Low Pile Overall97.2%99.0%95.3%99.0%89.7%
High Pile Overall96.9%99.0%96.9%99.0%90.3%
Long Hair Tangle Avoidance36.7%43.3%93.3%46.7%51.8%
Pet Hair Removed67.0%87.0%43.0%93.0%75.6%
Edge Test100%100%89.0%98.7%87.2%
Crevice Test100%100%100%100%99.1%
Mop Test92.0%n/an/an/a88.8%

System Sealing Comparison

For the sealed system test, we want to determine how well the entire vacuum system is sealed. Vacuums that are fully sealed ensure that dust and debris vacuumed stays inside the vacuum. Vacuums that are not fully sealed may spread dust and debris around your home.

To test this, we set up a fog machine and place the tube of the vacuum directly in front of the output nozzle. We then turn the vacuum on and release short bursts of smoke into the vacuum, checking how well the device is sealed.

This test is performed on upright and cordless stick vacuums, not robot vacuums.

Every single vacuum was completely sealed except the Samsung Jet 75. That said, only a small amount of the smoke escaped the device during the test. I would still consider this level of performance acceptable.

Machine Sealing
Shark Stratos UprightCompletely Sealed
Dyson Ball Animal 3Completely Sealed
Shark Navigator Lift-Away ProCompletely Sealed
Dyson Gen5 DetectCompletely Sealed
Dyson Gen5 OutsizeCompletely Sealed
Shark Stratos CordlessCompletely Sealed
Samsung Jet 75Partially Sealed

Cordless Stick Run Time Comparison

To test the run time of cordless stick vacuums, we fully charge the battery and run it on a single power mode until the battery is empty.

This test is performed exclusively on cordless stick vacuums. A majority of robot vacuums can recharge and resume making run time a non-factor and upright vacuums have cords, giving them endless run time.

Shark Stratos Cordless Eco Mode
Shark Stratos Cordless Eco Mode

Our testing showed the Shark Stratos Cordless had the longest run time at 78:50. The Dyson Gen5 Detect wasn’t too far behind, but the Samsung Jet 75 was. It had a considerably lower run time at 44:19.

Dyson Gen5 Outsize Battery
Dyson Gen5 Outsize Battery

On average, based on all of our cordless stick vacuum tests to date, run times on the lowest power mode reach 59:03.

VacuumPower Mode 1 (Lowest)Power Mode 2Power Mode 3 (Highest)
Dyson Gen5 Detect72:1945:477:26
Dyson Gen5 Outsize72:2247:007:15
Shark Stratos Cordless78:50n/a13:56
Samsung Jet 7544:1925:309:59
Average Cordless Stick Vacuum55:0933:249:01

Navigation focuses on the robot’s ability to clean a space without getting stuck, its cleaning speed, and the effectiveness of the obstacle avoidance technology.

As the user controls upright and cordless stick vacuums manually, this test is performed exclusively on robot vacuums.

In terms of navigation, the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra is the only robot on this list with an RGB camera and obstacle avoidance technology. While that tech isn’t perfect, it gives it an edge in cleaning on a broader scale. The other robot vacuums clean well, but might need some obstacles moved to make that process easier.

Shark Matrix Robot
Shark Matrix Robot

When there are no obstacles, the Shark Matrix is the fastest, cleaning the space in 45 minutes.

Navigation ScoreCleaning SpeedShoe AvoidedMug AvoidedCord AvoidedPet Waste AvoidedReturn to Base?Fully Cleaned?Get Stuck?
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra91.965 min.YesPartialNoYesYesYesNo
Roomba S9+82.455 min.PartialNoNoNoYesYesNo
Shark Matrix79.345 min.NoNoNoNoYesYesNo
Roomba i3+ EVO77.390 min.NoNoNoNoYesYesNo

Noise Comparison

Vacuums can be loud while cleaning, whether it’s upright, cordless stick, or robot. To measure how loud, we run each device on each power mode available and measure the level of noise generated. We do this with a sound meter from about 3’ away.

For comparison, we also take a baseline measurement of the ambient noise in the room. Additionally, we measure the noise created when a device self-empties, if that feature is available.

Across the board, upright and cordless stick vacuums are consistently louder than robot vacuums. At 81.1 dB the Dyson Ball Animal 3 was the loudest device across all vacuums on this list. On the other end, the Shark Matrix was the quietest device at 65.1 dB on the highest suction mode.

Ambient NoisePower Mode 1 (lowest)Power Mode 2Power Mode 3Power Mode 4 (highest)Self-Empty
Shark Stratos Upright40.7 dB73.3 dB73.8 dB74.7 dBn/an/a
Dyson Ball Animal 339.4 dB79.5 dB81.1 dBn/an/an/a
Shark Navigator Lift-Away Pro39.4 dB72.5 dB77.1 dBn/an/an/a
Average Upright Vacuum39.5 dB79.1 dB78.2 dB78.1 dBn/an/a
Dyson Gen5 Detect40.3 dB69.2 dB75.2 dB78.3 dBn/an/a
Dyson Gen5 Outsize40.3 dB69.5 dB72.9 dB77.8 dBn/an/a
Shark Stratos Cordless39.4 dB67.2 dBn/a75.8 dBn/an/a
Samsung Jet 7539.8 dB71.5 dB75.5 dB78.0 dBn/an/a
Average Cordless Stick Vacuum39.9 dB68.3 dB71.0 dB75.5 dB73.3 dB73.3 dB
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra40.7 dB64.5 dB66.9 dB70.7 dB74.5 dB82.2 dB
Roomba S9+40.1 dB66.7 dB69.5 dB72.2 dBn/a76.3 dB
Shark Matrix49.3 dB59.7 dB62.4 dB65.1 dBn/a70.7 dB
Roomba i3+ EVO39.8 dB65.8 dBn/an/an/a86.0 dB
Average Robot Vacuum41.1 dB60.7 dB64.1 dB67.0 dB69.1 dB78.5 dB

Usability Comparison

Usability varies across each device largely dependent on the type of the device. Robot vacuums are designed to be more hands-free, while cordless stick vacuums are lighter-weight, more maneuverable alternatives to uprights.

Upright & Cordless Stick Vacuums

Each vacuum comes with a set of accessories and features that aid in cleaning performance. Upright vacuums are larger, require a cord, and often have a larger dust bin. Whereas cordless stick vacuums are lighter weight and easier to move around, but require a battery and have a smaller dust bin.

Dyson Gen5 Outsize Accessories
Dyson Gen5 Outsize Accessories

The table below outlines the included accessories and features related to usability. Please keep in mind that some vacuums have multiple variations that may come with different accessories.

Accessory/FeatureShark Stratos UprightDyson Ball Animal 3Shark Navigator Lift-Away ProDyson Gen5 DetectDyson Gen5 Detect OutsizeShark Stratos CordlessSamsung Jet 75
Vacuum TypeUprightUprightUprightCordless StickCordless StickCordless StickCordless Stick
Standard Cleaning HeadYes, DuoClean PowerFinsYes, MotorbarYesYes, MotorbarYes, Motorbar XLYes, Brush HeadYes, Turbo Action Brush
Combination ToolNoYesNoYesYesNoYes
Crevice ToolYesYesYesYes, Built-inYes, Built-inYesYes
Stair ToolNoYesNoNoNoNoNo
Upholstery ToolYesNoNoNoNoNoNo
Dusting BrushNoNoYesNoNoYes, Anti-AllergenNo
Pet Hair ToolNoNoYes, Pet Power BrushNoNoNoNo
Dust-AwayNoNoYesNoNoNoNo
Under Appliance ToolYesNoNoNoNoNoNo
Odor NeutralizerYesNoNoNoNoYesNo
Bagless Dust BinYesYesYesYesYesYesYes
Powered Lift-AwayYesNoYesNoNoNoNo
Washable FiltersYesYesNoYesYesYesYes
Soft Roller BrushNoNoNoYes, Laser FluffyYes, Laser FluffyNoYes, Soft Action Brush
Mini Motorized Cleaning HeadNoNoNoYes, Hair Screw ToolYes, Hair Screw ToolNoYes, Mini Motorized Tool
Click-in Batteryn/an/an/aYesYes, 2xYesYes
Dockn/an/an/aYes, Wall MountYes, Wall MountNoYes, Wall Mount
Dust Bin Capacity0.37 gal0.45 gal0.55 gal0.20 gal0.50 gal0.19 gal0.21 gal
Cord Length30'35'30'n/an/an/an/a

Robot Vacuums

Usability for robot vacuums focuses on the features that make it more convenient to use. Features like app connectivity or an auto-empty docking station enhance the user experience.

Every robot vacuum recommended has app connectivity, however, the Roomba i3+ EVO lacks some of the newer functionality. That said, every device includes an auto-empty base.

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra Water Tanks Removed
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra Water Tanks Removed

The docking station for the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra is by far the most impressive. It automatically empties debris, washes and dries the mop pads, and refills the water supply. In turn that means more maintenance on the dock itself, but it makes it more infrequent.

Shark Matrix Dock Dust Bin
Shark Matrix Dock Dust Bin

Another standout is the bagless dust bin on the Shark Matrix. Removing the bag reduces annual maintenance costs for the user.

FeatureRoborock S8 Pro UltraRoomba S9+Shark MatrixRoomba i3+ EVO
App ConnectivityYesYesYesYes
Mapping FeaturesYesYesYesYes
Obstacle AvoidanceYesNoNoNo
Bagless DustbinNoNoYesNo
Dustbin Capacity10.1 oz. (300 mL)12.8 oz. (379 mL)6.4 oz. (189 mL)16.9 oz. (500 mL)
Auto-EmptyYesYesYesYes
Auto-WashYesNoNoNo
Auto-DryYesNoNoNo

Maintenance Comparison

Maintenance takes into consideration how expensive and difficult it is to maintain a device.

VacuumEstimated Annual Maintenance Costs
Shark Stratos Upright$35.00
Dyson Ball Animal 3$00.00
Shark Navigator Lift-Away Pro$19.00
Average Upright$29.01
Dyson Gen5 Detect$26.00
Dyson Gen5 Outsize$26.00
Shark Stratos Cordless$14.99
Samsung Jet 75$19.99
Average Cordless Stick$29.01
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra$25.99
Roomba S9+$22.99
Shark Matrix$19.99
Roomba i3+ EVO$16.49
Average Robot Vacuum$23.51

Robot vacuums tend to lean on the more expensive side of things while upright vacuums tend to be the cheapest. However, robot vacuums often also have robust docking stations and make daily maintenance less of a hassle.

How We Test

We test and score vacuum cleaners using a battery of 11 data-driven tests for uprights, 12 for cordless sticks, and 13 for robot vacuums. Our tests are a mix of objective testing and subjective assessment, taking into consideration multiple factors depending on the device type.

To choose the best vacuums, we based our selection on the top-performing / highest-scoring vacuums according to our objective testing.

Additionally, price and value were also taken into consideration. While there are a number of other vacuums that could have appeared on our list, we wanted to include the best options available for different price ranges.

Our testing process is detailed and rigorous. The links below have detailed write-ups and graphs to explain our testing process, scoring formulas, and the criteria for how we choose the best vacuums.

How We Test & Score
How We Test & Score Upright Vacuums
How We Test & Score Cordless Stick Vacuums
How We Test & Score Robot Vacuums

All Vacuum Reviews

While these vacuums were the ones we considered the best recommendations, we’ve tested many other vacuums all with their own pros and cons. Below is a comprehensive list of all the vacuums we’ve tested to date, separated by device type.

Upright Vacuums

Cordless Stick Vacuums

VacuumDebris RemovalPriceReview
Dyson Omni Glide100% (Hard Floors Only)$$$Read Review
Dyson Outsize100%$$$$Read Review
Dyson Outsize Absolute100%$$$$Read Review
Dyson V11 Outsize100%$$$Read Review
Dyson Cyclone V10 Absolute100%$$$Read Review
Dyson V1599%$$$Read Review
Samsung Jet 7599%$$Read Review
Dyson V12 Detect Slim99%$$$Read Review
Dyson Gen5 Detect98%$$$$Read Review
Shark IONFlex DuoClean98%$$$Read Review
Dyson Gen5 Outsize98%$$$$Read Review
Samsung Bespoke Jet98%$$$$Read Review
Samsung Jet 9098%$$$$Read Review
Roborock H798%NARead Review
Shark Vertex DuoClean97%$$Read Review
Shark Stratos Cordless97%$$$Read Review
Onson EV69696%$Read Review
Shark Detect Pro96%$$$Read Review
Dyson V895%$$$Read Review
Elechomes Cordless95%NARead Review
Dyson V794%$$$Read Review
Tineco A11 Hero94%$$Read Review
Xiaomi Roidmi F893%$$Read Review
Tineco Pure ONE S1292%$$$Read Review
Roborock H691%NARead Review
Dyson V691%$$Read Review
Electrolux Ergorapido91%$Read Review
Acum Cordless91%NARead Review
Simplicity S6591%$Read Review
Samsung Jet 6090%$$Read Review
Roborock Dyad Combo Pro89%$$$Read Review
LG CordZero All in One86%$$$$Read Review
LG CordZero A9 Kompressor86%$$$Read Review
Levoit LVAC-12084%$Read Review
Xiaomi Jimmy JV5184%$$Read Review
Deenkee77%$$Read Review
Dibea D18 Pro77%$$Read Review
Aposen H2172%$Read Review
Bissell Bolt66%$Read Review
Shark Rocket Deluxe Pro61%$$Read Review
Dreame T2058%$Read Review
Shark Rocket Pet Pron/a$$Read Review
PUPPYOO A9n/a$Read Review
Dreame T30n/a$$Read Review

Robot Vacuums

VacuumOverall Debris RemovedPriceReview
Roomba e599%$$Read Review
Roomba e699%$$Read Review
Roomba i3+ EVO99%$$$Read Review
Roomba i6+99%$$$Read Review
Roomba i7+99%$$$Read Review
Roomba S9+99%$$$$Read Review
DreameBot D10 Plus99%$$Read Review
DreameBot L10S Ultra98%$$$$Read Review
Amarey A80098%$$Read Review
Shark Detect Pro98%$$$Read Review
Roborock Q8 Max+98%$$$$Read Review
Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra98%$$$$Read Review
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra98%$$$$Read Review
SwitchBot Mini K1098%$$Read Review
Deenkee DK60097%$$Read Review
Roborock E497%$$Read Review
ECOVACS T20 OMNI97%$$$Read Review
Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra97%$$$$Read Review
Shark Matrix97%$$$Read Review
Eufy BoostIQ Robovac 11s97%$$Read Review
Roomba 69497%$Read Review
ECOVACS DEEBOT T10 OMNI97%$$$$Read Review
iLife A997%$$Read Review
Roborock S797%$$$Read Review
Yeedi Cube97%$$Read Review
ECOVACS DEEBOT X1 OMNI96%$$$$Read Review
Roomba Combo j7+96%$$$$Read Review
Roomba j7+96%$$$$Read Review
Roborock S4 Max96%$$Read Review
Samsung Jet Bot+96%$$$Read Review
Dreametech D996%$Read Review
Samsung Jet Bot AI+96%$$$$Read Review
ECOVACS DEEBOT X2 OMNI96%$$$$Read Review
ILIFE A1196%$$Read Review
Shark AI Ultra 2-in-195%$$$Read Review
Roborock Q Revo95%$$$Read Review
Bagotte BG70095%$$Read Review
iLife A80 Max95%$Read Review
Roomba 67595%$$Read Review
Roomba 98095%$$$Read Review
Roomba 98195%$$Read Review
Tesvor S695%$$Read Review
Eufy RoboVac x8 Hybrid94%$$$Read Review
iLife A1094%$$Read Review
Shark ION R8594%$$Read Review
Roborock C10 (Xiaowa Lite)94%$Read Review
Roomba 67194%$$Read Review
Roomba 69094%$$Read Review
Roomba 69294%$$Read Review
Tenergy Otis94%$Read Review
Kyvol Cybovac S3193%UnknownRead Review
Lefant P193%$$Read Review
Roomba 89092%$$Read Review
Roborock E35 (Xiaowa Plus)92%$$Read Review
ECOVACS DEEBOT N8+ Pro92%$$$Read Review
Wyze92%$Read Review
360 S992%$$$Read Review
Roborock S692%$$$Read Review
Roomba 96092%$$$Read Review
Eureka E10s91%$$$Read Review
Ecovacs Deebot N7991%$$Read Review
Roborock S5 Max91%$$$Read Review
Bobsweep Pet Hair Plus90%$$Read Review
Robocist R85090%$$Read Review
Eufy X9 Pro90%$$Read Review
iLife A4s90%$Read Review
Coredy R500+89%$Read Review
Roborock S689%$$$Read Review
Eufy RoboVac 1189%$$Read Review
Roborock E25 (Xiaowa)89%$$Read Review
360 S1088%$$Read Review
iLife V80 Max88%$$Read Review
Samsung POWERBot88%$Read Review
Roomba 65088%$$Read Review
Proscenic 820s88%$$Read Review
Dreame Z10 Pro88%$$$Read Review
Lefant T70087%$$Read Review
Neato Botvac D387%$$Read Review
Shark IQ87%$$$Read Review
Amarey A90086%$$Read Review
Roomba 870
83%$$Read Review
Coredy R350082%$$Read Review
Amarey A98080%$$Read Review
Dreame L10 Pro79%$Read Review
iLife A779%$$Read Review
Lefant M50058%$$Read Review
Pyle Pure Clean58%$Read Review

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The Last Word

If you still are not sure which vacuum is the right choice for your home, please drop us a comment below or send us an email, and we’d be happy to help you decide.

In addition, if you feel like we’ve missed out on a particular model, let us know!

About Derek Hales

Derek HalesDerek Hales is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of ModernCastle.com. He has been featured in Fast Company, Reader's Digest, Business Insider, Realtor.com, She Knows, and other major publications. Derek has a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Kansas State University. Hales has been testing and reviewing products for the home since 2014.