The Dyson V15 Detect ranks first for its strongest overall cleaning performance, while the Eureka and Shark offer compelling alternatives with excellent runtime and practical features.
The Dyson V15 Detect leads with the strongest reported cleaning performance, excellent handling, and useful dust-detection technology.
RTINGS names it the best cordless vacuum tested, while Forbes lists it as an upgrade pick.We earn commission from qualifying purchases.
The Eureka ReactiSense 440 combines strong cleaning, long tested runtime, light handling, and automatic suction adjustment at a compelling value.
CNET names it the best cordless vacuum and reports 60 minutes of tested runtime and a 6.8-pound weight.We earn commission from qualifying purchases.
The Shark PowerDetect stands out for strong cleaning, a long reported runtime, and convenient dust and edge sensing systems.
Forbes names the Clean & Empty version best overall, while TechRadar recommends Shark PowerDetect for most people.We earn commission from qualifying purchases.
The Samsung Bespoke Jet AI Ultra offers excellent maintenance through its cleaning station and a broad AI-assisted feature set.
Good Housekeeping names it best overall among cordless stick vacuums and highlights its tested features.We earn commission from qualifying purchases.
The Dyson V12 Detect Slim is the lightest and most nimble option here, making it especially appealing for furniture and quick cleanups.
Wirecutter says it comes close to ideal and emphasizes its light, nimble handling around furniture.We earn commission from qualifying purchases.
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The five criteria create the AI baseline. The community adjustment is then added or subtracted to produce the current published score.
| Criterion | #1Dyson V15 Detect | #2Eureka ReactiSense 440 | #3Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Cordless Stick Vacuum | #4Samsung Bespoke Jet AI Ultra Cordless Stick Vacuum | #5Dyson V12 Detect Slim |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96 | 88 | 91 | 88 | 87 | |
| 88 | 93 | 88 | 87 | 82 | |
| 92 | 89 | 89 | 86 | 96 | |
| 89 | 86 | 91 | 92 | 86 | |
| 87 | 91 | 86 | 89 | 79 | |
| AI baseline scoreWeighted criteria result | 91.2 | 89.3 | 89.3 | 88.2 | 86.5 |
| Community adjustmentVote-share influence | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Current published scoreBaseline + community | 91 | 89 | 89 | 88 | 87 |
The five criteria create the AI baseline. The community adjustment is then added or subtracted to produce the current published score.
| Criterion | #1Dyson V15 Detect | #2Eureka ReactiSense 440 | #3Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Cordless Stick Vacuum | #4Samsung Bespoke Jet AI Ultra Cordless Stick Vacuum | #5Dyson V12 Detect Slim |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96 | 88 | 91 | 88 | 87 | |
| 88 | 93 | 88 | 87 | 82 | |
| 92 | 89 | 89 | 86 | 96 | |
| 89 | 86 | 91 | 92 | 86 | |
| 87 | 91 | 86 | 89 | 79 | |
| AI baseline scoreWeighted criteria result | 91.2 | 89.3 | 89.3 | 88.2 | 86.5 |
| Community adjustmentVote-share influence | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Current published scoreBaseline + community | 91 | 89 | 89 | 88 | 87 |
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Cordless stick vacuum
Cordless stick vacuum
60 minutes tested
60 minutes tested
Bagless
Bagless
Laser dust illumination
Automatic suction adjustment
6.83 pounds reported
6.8 pounds reported
Scored five cordless stick vacuums using reported cleaning performance, battery life, handling, maintenance, and features and value.