# Thoughts on cordless vacuums? Care to recommend one? **URL:** \ **Category:** In My Humble Opinion\ **Created:** [July 6, 2019, 11:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646 "2019-07-06T23:49:26Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 14\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Mahaloth](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mahaloth/32/1079_2.png) [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Post date:** [July 6, 2019, 11:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/1 "2019-07-06T23:49:26Z")
[Here is the kind of thing I am talking about.](https://www.amazon.com/Cordless-ONSON-Powerful-Lightweight-Rechargeable/dp/B07KQ6S5N1/ref=sr_1_3?crid=IYN6FFK7TGIP&keywords=cordless+vacuum+cleaner&qid=1562456622&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011&rnid=2661617011&s=gateway&sprefix=cordless+vacuu%2Caps%2C229&sr=8-3) My wife and I are considering getting a cordless vacuum. We love the idea of having no cord and being able to just zip around the house. We have some questions and would also love some good recommendations. 1. Uh, where does all the stuff you vacuum up go? 2. Do they work as well as regular vacuums? 3. [Would one like this be a better idea?](https://www.amazon.com/Cordless-Hikeren-Lightweight-Rechargeable-Handheld/dp/B07PQK4WG7/ref=sr_1_4?crid=IYN6FFK7TGIP&keywords=cordless+vacuum+cleaner&qid=1562456622&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011&rnid=2661617011&s=gateway&sprefix=cordless+vacuu%2Caps%2C229&sr=8-4)It looks more like a regular vacuum. Anyway, would love to hear thoughts. ---
**Author:** ![Dr.Strangelove](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dr.strangelove/32/6613_2.png) [@Dr.Strangelove](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr.Strangelove)\ **Post date:** [July 7, 2019, 12:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/2 "2019-07-07T00:12:31Z")
I have a very similar Dyson handheld (DC59). Works great; as powerful as a normal plugin, but much more maneuverable and easier to use on stairs. I don’t use it nearly as much since getting a Neato, but it still works well for stairs, my car, etc. Dirt goes in the clear cylinder. The bottom is a door that you pop open over your trash can. Debris drops into the can. No paper filter. The second one you linked to probably has more dirt capacity, but looks less maneuverable. My Dyson is enough for my ~1200 sq-ft condo, but would be insufficient for, say, a 3000 sq-ft residence unless you vacuumed a few times a week. Don’t get anything that doesn’t say lithium-ion. The old Ni-Cd stuff is garbage. Most stuff is probably li-ion these days, at least anything in the ~$100+ range, but it doesn’t hurt to check. ---
**Author:** ![campp](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/c5a1d2/32.png) [@campp](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/campp)\ **Post date:** [July 7, 2019, 12:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/3 "2019-07-07T00:19:45Z")
We have a Shark. It features two batteries, which I find very useful. Especially as the batteries age, and they get to be a bit shorter on recharge time. The Shark is heavier than the Dyson we used to have, also a good unit, although only one battery. ---
**Author:** ![MindsEye\_Watering](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mindseye_watering/32/3619_2.png) [@MindsEye\_Watering](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MindsEye_Watering)\ **Post date:** [July 7, 2019, 12:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/4 "2019-07-07T00:23:02Z")
I have a Dyson V6 (Animal), and I purchased a Dyson V8 (Animal) for my daughter. I think they are amazing. They don’t hold a lot of dirt and must be emptied pretty often, but I think that’s a small price to pay for the convenience of these things. ---
**Author:** ![silenus](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/silenus/32/166_2.png) [@silenus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/silenus)\ **Post date:** [July 7, 2019, 12:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/5 "2019-07-07T00:33:29Z")
Another Dyson V8 owner. Awesome machine. With 4 cats the V8 gets a workout. In the years we’ve owned it I’ve had to swap out the battery once. Very maneuverable and pretty light, all things considered. ---
**Author:** ![GaryM](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/garym/32/241_2.png) [@GaryM](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GaryM)\ **Post date:** [July 7, 2019, 3:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/6 "2019-07-07T03:41:43Z")
I live in a medium sized home and have a dog. The Dyson V6 mostly serves for picking up clumps of dog hair and debris from dog toys. Also pieces of “stuff” that gets tracked in. I’d not recommend it for regular whole house vacuuming, but great for the smaller jobs. ---
**Author:** ![Sunny\_Daze](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/sunny_daze/32/438_2.png) [@Sunny\_Daze](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sunny_Daze)\ **Post date:** [July 7, 2019, 5:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/7 "2019-07-07T05:10:06Z")
Another Dyson. I love mine. ---
**Author:** ![Dewey\_Finn](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dewey_finn/32/4222_2.png) [@Dewey\_Finn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dewey_Finn)\ **Post date:** [July 7, 2019, 1:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/8 "2019-07-07T13:47:42Z")
> [@Mahaloth](#): > > [Here is the kind of thing I am talking about.](https://www.amazon.com/Cordless-ONSON-Powerful-Lightweight-Rechargeable/dp/B07KQ6S5N1/ref=sr_1_3?crid=IYN6FFK7TGIP&keywords=cordless+vacuum+cleaner&qid=1562456622&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011&rnid=2661617011&s=gateway&sprefix=cordless+vacuu%2Caps%2C229&sr=8-3) Wow. That looks like a blatant copy of a Dyson handheld vacuum cleaner. ---
**Author:** ![markn\_1](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/f9ae1b/32.png) [@markn\_1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/markn_1)\ **Post date:** [July 8, 2019, 12:26am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/9 "2019-07-08T00:26:01Z")
The latest issue of consumer reports has a short blurb on stick vacuums. They recommend the Bissell air ram. They say they don’t recommend Dyson sticks because the reliability is not good. ---
**Author:** ![MindsEye\_Watering](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mindseye_watering/32/3619_2.png) [@MindsEye\_Watering](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MindsEye_Watering)\ **Post date:** [July 8, 2019, 2:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/10 "2019-07-08T02:31:48Z")
> [@markn\_1](#): > > The latest issue of consumer reports has a short blurb on stick vacuums. They recommend the Bissell air ram. They say they don’t recommend Dyson sticks because the reliability is not good. Huh. Curious. They rated the Dyson “V” series rather highly when I first purchased one. ---
**Author:** ![aceplace57](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/aceplace57/32/3500_2.png) [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Post date:** [July 8, 2019, 3:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/11 "2019-07-08T03:07:20Z")
Milwaukee 18v 2 gallon Cordless Wet/Dry I like the storage case. I use this to vacuum all our vehicles. We use it in the house for minor spills. Works great clearing the drain line on my HVAC. The hose fits the pvc. Pour cleaner into the clean-out at the unit. The vac gives plenty of suction to clear most clogs. Flush a couple times. It’s cheaper at Home Depot > **[Milwaukee M18 2 Gal. 18-Volt Lithium-ion Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum (Tool-Only),...](https://www.amazon.com/Milwaukee-Lithium-ion-Tool-Only-Lightweight-Effortless/dp/B078GC33D4)** > > Milwaukee M18 2 Gal. 18-Volt Lithium-ion Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum (Tool-Only), 2.8 Amp Motor, Lightweight, Tool-Box Style for Effortless Transport and Storage - - Amazon.com ---
**Author:** ![Mahaloth](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mahaloth/32/1079_2.png) [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Post date:** [July 8, 2019, 4:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/12 "2019-07-08T04:04:55Z")
So, these stick models that seem so common. Do you have to buy new filters all the time? Is there any other part that has to replaced all the time, like bags had to be on bagged vaccums? ---
**Author:** ![thelurkinghorror](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/7c8e57/32.png) [@thelurkinghorror](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/thelurkinghorror)\ **Post date:** [July 8, 2019, 6:03am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/13 "2019-07-08T06:03:13Z")
They work the same as a bagless upright vacuum. The filters are washable, can be replaced but rarely. I have a Shark, and think 2 batteries are probably not _necessary_ with proper planning, but very useful. ---
**Author:** ![ZonexandScout](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/zonexandscout/32/544_2.png) [@ZonexandScout](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ZonexandScout)\ **Post date:** [July 8, 2019, 3:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-cordless-vacuums-care-to-recommend-one/836646/14 "2019-07-08T15:21:03Z")
I bought a Tineco A10 on Amazon about four months ago. It was on sale for about $140. The Dysons looked very nice, but I wasn’t going to commit a house payment to something without making sure I would actually make use of it. I also have a full-size, corded Dyson that I normally use. I chose the Tineco based on reviews and the fact that you can replace the battery. I did not, however, get a spare battery when I ordered it. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I use the Tineco. We have two dogs and it does a great job getting up the most recent fur deposits. It also comes with a motorized hair/fur brush attachment that works pretty well on our couch. (The similar Dyson attachment is superior, but not by an order of magnitude.) I’d say I use the Tineco at least once a day for about 5 minutes, and for much longer periods from time to time. It also works extremely well on our hardwood floors and tile, though the motorized head cannot be turned off as it can on some other units. On the downside, the cup is pretty small and needs to be emptied frequently. My experience has been so positive that I’m considering upgrading to a Dyson. Unfortunately, I hate to toss out a perfectly-good Tineco and so I’ve been putting it off. Maybe when the battery dies or it catches on fire…