March 2023

Vacuum Cleaners: MetaRanking

This page highlights the aggregate summary of Vacuum Cleaner rankings posted by key online experts, as of March 2023.

Summary

Between 4 Mar 2023 and 7 Mar 2023, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 91 Vacuum Cleaner endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.

73 Vacuum Cleaners were endorsed in total, only 13 made it into this month's ranking (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included).

As of 7 Mar 2023, Dyson V15 Detect takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed vacuum cleaner with 5 expert endorsements. 1 expert out of 5 recommended it as the '#1 vacuum cleaner' this month. It is followed by Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352 and iRobot Roomba s9+ , with 2 and 4 expert endorsements respectively.

Brand breakdown
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Price breakdown
As can be seen in the chart below, lowest high-ranking vacuum cleaners start at $1 (Wyze Cordless Vacuum) and go up to $1796 (Miele Complete C3 Brilliant). Median vacuum cleaner costs $279.99 (Roborock Q5).
$1
$1796

At a glance - March 2023 Ranking

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Rank Change Price Vacuum Cleaner
Wirecutter
HGTV
The Strategist
TechRadar
Consumer Reports
The Spruce
Rtings.com
Good Housekeeping
CNN Underscored
Tom's Guide
1
- $675
Dyson V15 Detect
5
-
-
3
-
11
1
5
-
-
2
- $180
Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352
1
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1
3
- $800
iRobot Roomba s9+
-
-
-
4
7
-
-
9
-
8
4
- $320
Kenmore Elite 31150
-
-
-
-
1
-
-
-
-
4
5
+1 $356
Shark Vertex IZ462H
-
-
8
-
-
1
-
-
-
-
6
+1 $777
Miele Complete C3 Calima
2
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
3
12
- $434
Dyson Ball Animal 2
-
-
3
6
-
-
-
-
-
-
13
- $222
Bissell Turbo Plus
-
-
7
-
-
-
-
3
-
-
14
New * $330
Miele Classic C1
-
-
-
-
-
-
5
-
4
-
15
-1 $535
Dyson V11 Torque
-
-
6
-
-
-
-
-
-
5
16
New * $49
Black+Decker CHV1410L
14
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
3
-
17
-2 $116
Shark WandVac Slate
-
-
-
9
8
-
-
-
-
-
18
-2 $175
Shark Navigator NV360
12
-
9
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

Sorted by price:

Position in ranking Price Vacuum Cleaner
#16 $49 Black+Decker CHV1410L [buy] [more info]
#17 $115.55 Shark WandVac Slate [buy] [more info]
#18 $175 Shark Navigator NV360 [buy] [more info]
#2 $179.99 Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352 [buy] [more info]
#13 $222.19 Bissell Turbo Plus [buy] [more info]
#4 $319.99 Kenmore Elite 31150 [buy] [more info]
#14 $329.78 Miele Classic C1 [buy] [more info]
#5 $355.54 Shark Vertex IZ462H [buy] [more info]
#12 $433.95 Dyson Ball Animal 2 [buy] [more info]
#15 $534.99 Dyson V11 Torque [buy] [more info]
#1 $674.99 Dyson V15 Detect [buy] [more info]
#6 $777.01 Miele Complete C3 Calima [buy] [more info]
#3 $799.99 iRobot Roomba s9+ [buy] [more info]

We ranked Dyson V15 Detect #1 in March 2023 because:

  • 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Dyson V15 Detect as #1.
Critic endorsements:
Wirecutter

Exceptional cleaning, clever features

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TechRadar

Best premium vacuum cleaner

Pros
Powerful Suction
Laser highlights hidden dust
Informative LCD Screen

Cons
Average-sized dust canister
Noisy on full power

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The Spruce

Best for Pet Hair

Pros
Light on floor head reveals dust and fur particles
Adapts to different floor types
Lightweight and easy to maneuver
Charging stand included

Cons
Very pricey
Bin emptying process could be easier

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Rtings.com

Best Vacuum

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Good Housekeeping

Most Innovative Vacuum Cleaner

Pros
Automatically adjusts speed and suction
Laser spotter makes it easier to see dust on bare floors
Converts to a handheld vacuum
Battery can be removed and charged separately

Cons
Pricey

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We ranked Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352 #2 in March 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
  • Out of those, 2 experts ranked Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352 as #1.
Critic endorsements:
Wirecutter

Well Rounded,Great Value

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Tom's Guide

The Best Vacuum is Great At Picking Up Everything

Pros
Great performance at an affordable price
Swivel head for multidirectional cleaning
Able to tone down the suction for small rugs and delicate fabrics

Cons
Brush roll isn't removable
A little heavy and clunky to disassemble and reassemble

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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts

Identify Experts

We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend Vacuum Cleaners.

Capture Rankings

For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of Vacuum Cleaners, it must be updated in the last 9 months.

Aggregate Rankings

We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking

Experts chosen for March 2023 ranking

We ranked iRobot Roomba s9+ #3 in March 2023 because:

  • 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 17 Sep 2021)
The best smart vacuum that takes care of itself
Experts Praise For:
  • Good performance on wooden floors
  • Autonomous dirt disposal
  • Advanced navigation capability
Experts Criticise For:
  • Loud operation
  • Expensive
A more detailed summary:

Experts are impressed with the iRobot Roomba s9+, which passed every performance test with flying colors. The suction is powerful enough to collect human/pet hair, small particles, larger debris, and it has no problem picking up dirt from wooden floors. Performance on carpeted areas was almost just as good. Its unique D-shaped design allows it to tackle corners with no difficulty. It uses a smart mapping system so it can remember the layout of various rooms. Most experts also praise its ability to empty the collected dirt into a dustbin without any human intervention. The device intuitively returns to its charging base when it’s time to repower. Once fully-charged, it returns to its previous position to keep cleaning. One negative point some reviewers noted is that it tends to be loud while operating. It may be noisy, but the iRobot Roomba s9+ certainly gets the job done.

Critic endorsements:
TechRadar

The best robot vacuum cleaner

Pros
Good suction on hard floors
Cleans corners efficiently
Self-emptying

Cons
Expensive but worth every penny
Dust bags have an ongoing cost

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Consumer Reports

Robotic Vacuum

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Good Housekeeping

Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Pros
Best spot cleaning robot in our tests
Automatically empties dirt into its bin
Doesn't clog with pet hair

Cons
Pricey

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Tom's Guide

Our Favorite Robot Vacuum if Price is No Object

Pros
Attractive, premium design
Mapping was quick and easy
Easy-to-use mapping controls in app
Great corner cleaning

Cons
Better on hard floors than carpet
Have to buy replacement disposal bags

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We ranked Kenmore Elite 31150 #4 in March 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Kenmore Elite 31150 as #1.
Critic endorsements:
Consumer Reports

Bagged Upright

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Tom's Guide

A Heavy But Effective Vacuum Cleaner

Pros
Great performance on carpet
Good edge cleaning
Long cord

Cons
Heavy
Not easily maneuverable

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We ranked Shark Vertex IZ462H #5 in March 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Shark Vertex IZ462H as #1.
Critic endorsements:
The Strategist

Best vacuum for small apartments

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The Spruce

Best Overall

Pros
Powerful suction on all surfaces
Vacuum basically moves itself
Very long battery life
Folds in half for easy storage

Cons
Collection canister could be bigger
Pieces are individually wrapped
Noisy when picking up larger items

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We ranked Miele Complete C3 Calima #6 in March 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Wirecutter

Top Notch,Built To Last

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Tom's Guide

Best Canister Vacuum Cleaner

Pros
Excellent for wood floors
Good for people with allergies
Attachments securely stored onboard

Cons
Expensive
Takes up more space than an upright

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We ranked Dyson Ball Animal 2 #7 in March 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
The Strategist

Best upright vacuum

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TechRadar

The best upright vacuum cleaner

Pros
Powerful suction
Large dust canister
Glides well on carpet and hard floor

Cons
No LEDs on the floor cleaning head
Heavy and bulky

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We ranked Bissell Turbo Plus #8 in March 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
The Strategist

Best (less expensive) vacuum for pet hair

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Good Housekeeping

Best Vacuum for Pet Hair

Pros
Brush roll and dust cup help eliminate pet hair messes
Sealed to trap allergens
Well-priced

Cons
Some reviewers found it too heavy

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We ranked Miele Classic C1 #9 in March 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Rtings.com

Best Mid-Range Corded Vacuum

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CNN Underscored

Best canister vacuum

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We ranked Dyson V11 Torque #10 in March 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
The Strategist

Best vacuum for pet hair

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Tom's Guide

Splurge-worthy Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner

Pros
Dynamic Load Sensor adjusts suction automatically
Brushroll automatically adjusts between carpet and bare floors
Informative LCD screen
Comes with plenty of useful tools

Cons
Heavy in comparison to other models
Dock only stores two attachments
No soft roller head cleaner

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We ranked Black+Decker CHV1410L #11 in March 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Wirecutter

For Quick Cleanups

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CNN Underscored

Best handheld vacuum

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We ranked Shark WandVac Slate #12 in March 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
TechRadar

Particular good if you want to clean up small spills

Pros
Lightweight
Strong suction
Easy to empty

Cons
Noisy
Much shorter battery life
Small that usual dust canister

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Consumer Reports

Handheld Vacuum

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We ranked Shark Navigator NV360 #13 in March 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Wirecutter

A cheaper canister vacuum

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The Strategist

Best vacuum with detachable handheld option

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