Best cordless vacuum cleaners for busting the dust in 2024

Tested by Mumsnet: Read our in-depth Dyson V15 Detect review

As far as feedback on the Mumsnet forums is concerned, there is a clear winner for the title of best cordless vacuum. Moving easily between floor types including hardwood, tiles and carpet, the Dyson V15 Detect is ideal for daily use. Lightweight and easily manoeuvrable, this stick vacuum can tackle dirt lurking in even the most awkward nooks and crannies.

When in auto/medium mode, the suction power adjusts automatically to maximise battery life and perform as efficiently as possible. Battery length is displayed on the LCD screen, so there’s no chance of the V15 unexpectedly conking out mid-vacuum. On the downside, the V15 Detect requires a lengthy four-and-a-half-hour charging time in order to run for 60 minutes. But this is one of the longest run times of all the cordless vacuums on our list, so it’s worth the extra time if it means you can vacuum the whole house in one swoop.

Tested by Mumsnet: Read our full review of the Tower VL100 Optimum Cordless 3-in-1 Pole Vacuum

Although the Tower VL100 Optimum Cordless 3-in-1 Pole Vacuum hasn’t got the epic suction of a Dyson or Shark’s influencer fanbase, it’s a reliable, lightweight vacuum for an affordable price. The vacuum picks up an impressive amount of dust and was even able to suck up long hair without it getting tangled around the roller. However, it struggled with embedded threads, fluff and pet hair, even on the highest of its four power modes. The LED screen is able to tell you exactly how much battery was remaining, which is handy.

For keeping on top of everyday muck and mess, the Tower VL100 Optimum is a smart choice if you're on a limited budget.

Tested by MNHQ: Read our full Shark IZ202UK Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner review

This cordless vacuum features Shark’s signature Anti-Hair Wrap Technology and DuoClean floorhead, which allows you to move seamlessly between carpeted and hard floors. It also features a bendable wand, so you can vacuum under low-level furniture without hurting your back. It even transforms into a cordless handheld vacuum, making it perfect for tackling stairs and extracting pet hair from soft furnishings.

The downside is the Shark only provides 16 to 40 minutes of cleaning time once fully charged, so depending on how much vacuuming you need to do, you may need to break this chore down into bite-sized chunks.

Tested by Mumsnet: Read our full review of the Henry Quick cordless vacuum cleaner

Featuring Henry’s trademark cheery smile emblazoned on the handle, the Henry Quick is a powerful cordless vacuum cleaner that’s easy to assemble, use and empty.

It's a little on the heavy side and bulky when used as a handheld vacuum but it’s very manoeuvrable when used as a stick vacuum and the power boost button really does the business, particularly when it comes to tackling pet hair. The scent pods are a nice touch, especially if you’re having trouble with pet pongs.

We put the Henry Quick through its paces to see how it tackles dirt and grime at home. Following thorough testing, we're happy to report that it has the MNHQ seal of approval.

Designed to tackle the mess left behind by even the dirtiest of dogs, the Gtech AirRam MK2 K9 Pet Cordless Vacuum Cleaner works wonders on hard floors and carpets, including deep pile carpets. A clean eject dirt system makes emptying easy and mess-free.

As well as effortlessly vacuuming up dirt, fine dust and pet hair, thanks to its pending patented airloc system, this lightweight vacuum also features sweet-smelling filter tabs to eliminate unpleasant pet pongs. You could say that the Gtech AirRam is a real breath of fresh air.

Tested by Mumsnet: Read our full review of the Vax Blade ONEPWR 4 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

Easy to use, effective on carpets and hard floors and available to buy for less than £200, the Vax Blade ONEPWR 4 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner is hard to fault. Add in a quick-to-charge battery with a 45-minute runtime and it’s clear to see why this model is one of Vax’s best-selling vacuum cleaners. Plus it features an interchangeable battery that can used across ALL Vax floor care products - incredibly useful if you run out of power half-way up the stairs as you can swap it out and charge the spare battery in the meantime.

It’s generally lightweight - lighter than the Dyson V11 and Henry Quick in fact, but the handle itself feels quite heavy to hold. However, for easy everyday cleaning, we give it a big thumbs for performance and price.

Mumsnetters love to sing the praises of Miele vacuum cleaners and the brand has a great reputation for effectively dealing with pet hair. The Miele Triflex HX2 Cat and Dog Cordless Vacuum Cleaner is no exception.

A clever ultra-wide brush automatically adjusts speed and power according to floor type and three modes - comfort, reach and compact - help you to capture dirt and dust lurking in even the most hard-to-reach places. A 60-minute run time means that you can cover an impressive amount of ground.  And after all that dirt-busting, you can neatly hang the Triflex on its own wall cradle for convenient storage. The big downside is the Triflex has quite a small capacity, which means you will have to empty the bin more often.

Tested by Mumsnet: Read our full review of the eufy Mach V1 Ultra

Is it a mop? Is it a vacuum cleaner? It’s both, actually! This clever product can shift dust and dirt from carpets and give hard floors a thorough clean too. It has an impressive run time (up to 82 minutes) compared to other cordless vacuum cleaners and a handy app lets you know when your vac/mop is in need of some maintenance.

It's suitable for daily mopping and hard floor washing; the steam mode is recommended for cleaning sealed hard floors, including sealed hardwood, marble, tile, and stone floors. For extra cleaning power when using the mop, just flick the switch and the Mach V1 Ultra will mix the cleaner and water using super fancy Tesla Valve Mixing.

It’s on the heavy side and certainly isn’t built for stairs, but if you're looking for a quality all-rounder for your carpets and hard floors, then the Mach V1 Ultra ticks a lot of boxes. Check out how it performs in a busy family home in our detailed review.

Tested by Mumsnet: Read our full review of the Ultenic FS1 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

Effective at blitzing dirt and easy to manoeuvre across hard floors, rugs and carpets, the Ultenic FS1 is a capable cordless vac but its standout feature is undoubtedly its self-emptying bin. Its freestanding dust station sucks dust, dirt and debris from the canister when you've finished cleaning and neatly collects it into a 3-litre dust bag. You'll only have to empty it when full which means you can avoid messy dust clouds and keep your hands clean throughout. It's an affordable alternative to the Samsung Bespoke Jet Bro.