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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SharkNinja:
10 Vacuum Cleaners
(#1 is Shark VACMOP Pro )
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Dyson:
8 Vacuum Cleaners
(#1 is Dyson V11 Outsize )
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Miele:
8 Vacuum Cleaners
(#1 is Miele Complete C3 SoftCarpet )
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Hoover:
5 Vacuum Cleaners
(#1 is Hoover ONEPWR BH57005 )
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iRobot:
4 Vacuum Cleaners
(#1 is iRobot Roomba i3 Plus )
Price breakdown
At a glance - March 2023 Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Vacuum Cleaner |
Wirecutter
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HGTV
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The Strategist
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TechRadar
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Consumer Reports
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The Spruce
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Rtings.com
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Good Housekeeping
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CNN Underscored
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Tom's Guide
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1
|
- | $675 |
Dyson V15 Detect
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5
|
-
|
-
|
3
|
-
|
11
|
1
|
5
|
-
|
-
|
|
2
|
- | $180 |
Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
|
3
|
- | $800 |
iRobot Roomba s9+
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-
|
-
|
-
|
4
|
7
|
-
|
-
|
9
|
-
|
8
|
|
4
|
- | $320 |
Kenmore Elite 31150
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-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
-
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-
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-
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4
|
|
5
|
+1 | $356 |
Shark Vertex IZ462H
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-
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-
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8
|
-
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-
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
6
|
+1 | $777 |
Miele Complete C3 Calima
|
2
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
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-
|
-
|
-
|
-
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3
|
|
12
|
- | $434 |
Dyson Ball Animal 2
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-
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-
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3
|
6
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
13
|
- | $222 |
Bissell Turbo Plus
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-
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-
|
7
|
-
|
-
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-
|
-
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
|
14
|
New * | $330 |
Miele Classic C1
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-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
5
|
-
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4
|
-
|
|
15
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-1 | $535 |
Dyson V11 Torque
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-
|
-
|
6
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
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-
|
-
|
5
|
|
16
|
New * | $49 |
Black+Decker CHV1410L
|
14
|
-
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-
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-
|
-
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-
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-
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-
|
3
|
-
|
|
17
|
-2 | $116 |
Shark WandVac Slate
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-
|
-
|
-
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9
|
8
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-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
18
|
-2 | $175 |
Shark Navigator NV360
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12
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-
|
9
|
-
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-
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-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
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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.
TechRadar
Best premium vacuum cleaner
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Pros
Powerful Suction
Laser highlights hidden dust
Informative LCD Screen
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Cons
Average-sized dust canister
Noisy on full power
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The Spruce
Best for Pet Hair
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Pros
Light on floor head reveals dust and fur particles
Adapts to different floor types
Lightweight and easy to maneuver
Charging stand included
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Cons
Very pricey
Bin emptying process could be easier
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Good Housekeeping
Most Innovative Vacuum Cleaner
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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
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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.
Tom's Guide
The Best Vacuum is Great At Picking Up Everything
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Pros
Great performance at an affordable price
Swivel head for multidirectional cleaning
Able to tone down the suction for small rugs and delicate fabrics
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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
Wirecutter
HGTV
The Strategist
TechRadar
Consumer Reports
The Spruce
Rtings.com
Good Housekeeping
CNN Underscored
Tom's Guide
We ranked iRobot Roomba s9+ #3 in March 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
- Good performance on wooden floors
- Autonomous dirt disposal
- Advanced navigation capability
- Loud operation
- Expensive
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.
TechRadar
The best robot vacuum cleaner
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Pros
Good suction on hard floors
Cleans corners efficiently
Self-emptying
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Cons
Expensive but worth every penny
Dust bags have an ongoing cost
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Good Housekeeping
Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner
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Pros
Best spot cleaning robot in our tests
Automatically empties dirt into its bin
Doesn't clog with pet hair
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Cons
Pricey
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Tom's Guide
Our Favorite Robot Vacuum if Price is No Object
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Pros
Attractive, premium design
Mapping was quick and easy
Easy-to-use mapping controls in app
Great corner cleaning
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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.
Tom's Guide
A Heavy But Effective Vacuum Cleaner
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Pros
Great performance on carpet
Good edge cleaning
Long cord
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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.
The Spruce
Best Overall
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Pros
Powerful suction on all surfaces
Vacuum basically moves itself
Very long battery life
Folds in half for easy storage
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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.
Tom's Guide
Best Canister Vacuum Cleaner
|
Pros
Excellent for wood floors
Good for people with allergies
Attachments securely stored onboard
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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.
TechRadar
The best upright vacuum cleaner
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Pros
Powerful suction
Large dust canister
Glides well on carpet and hard floor
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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.
Good Housekeeping
Best Vacuum for Pet Hair
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Pros
Brush roll and dust cup help eliminate pet hair messes
Sealed to trap allergens
Well-priced
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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.
We ranked Dyson V11 Torque #10 in March 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Tom's Guide
Splurge-worthy Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner
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Pros
Dynamic Load Sensor adjusts suction automatically
Brushroll automatically adjusts between carpet and bare floors
Informative LCD screen
Comes with plenty of useful tools
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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.
We ranked Shark WandVac Slate #12 in March 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
TechRadar
Particular good if you want to clean up small spills
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Pros
Lightweight
Strong suction
Easy to empty
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Cons
Noisy
Much shorter battery life
Small that usual dust canister
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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.
