The Very Best Vacuums on Amazon, Tested and Reviewed by Us

When it comes to finding the best vacuums on Amazon, our editors are seasoned pros. We’ve been testing every model on the market from the most sought-after cordless vacuums to robot vacuums for years now, including longtime best-sellers as well as new and notable picks from names like Dyson and Levoit.

We’ve filtered the best of the best based on factors like cleaning power, filtration, battery life, and vacuum attachments to tackle dirt and debris for everyday cleaning and a deep refresh for allergy sufferers. Any device worth its salt these days is going to be a mega multitasker, as well, which we considered when determining overall value.

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Best Overall Vacuum on Amazon

Levoit LVAC-300 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

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$350 $270 (23% off)

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Best Value

Bissell PowerClean FurFinder Cordless Vacuum

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$260

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Best Handheld

Dyson Car+Boat Handheld Vacuum

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$230

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While several of our editors have tested and trust Levoit products, the brand’s latest vacuum might just be our favorite of all time. Shopping director Lori Keong says that the LVAC-300 (an update to the brand’s LVAC-200 model) has been a huge step up for her cleaning routine. Williams tested the 200 and gave its filtration system and tangle-resistant design high remarks, and Keong says the new version maintains these qualities plus more. Other upgrades include a 60-minute runtime versus 50, and a redesigned brush assembly to keep tangling at bay.

Other perks are the advanced features. “I love that the display screen tells you exactly how much battery life is left, and I was able to vacuum the entirety of my teeny apartment, which is around 300 square feet, without even breaking 90% battery life on eco mode,” Keong says. Though the eco mode struggled to pick up a popcorn kernel, the turbo mode handled it easily. Last but not least, assembly is a breeze. If you want something with an elevated, Dyson-like design at a lower price point, Keong recommends this dustbuster: “I think it’s a great alternative for anyone who’s on a budget and wants a slightly tech-enhanced model that deconstructs for small space living.”

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Commerce SEO director Stewart Savin has gone through her fair share of vacuums to pick up after her dog Dexter’s shedding hair, dirt, and treat crumbs. That’s why she thinks the Bissell PowerClean FurFinder is a no-brainer for pet owners. It’s been a reliable appliance to transform her weekly floor cleaning, as the self-standing stick vacuum has a tangle-free illuminated head, three suction levels, and multiple attachments that can handle anything her pup throws its way. After using it across multiple types of flooring in her 1,640-square-foot home, some callouts she noted were its rechargeable design and strong HEPA filtration to collect dander and allergens. And since she’s constantly cleaning up after Dexter, the illuminated swivel steering easily reveals debris, as well as the upholstery tool and tangle-free brushroll for fur cleanup.

Best Handheld Vacuum

While some of us might not be at the financial point where we have a boat that requires a “boat vacuum,” our senior shopping editor Nashia Baker can testify that this handheld vacuum is perfectly suited to regular, non-boat surfaces—like the baseboards in her apartment. “It quickly picked up everything from small pieces of plastic to dust in one pass over the course of a few seconds” she says. It has a trigger release for emptying the bag, so you can do so over the trash can without creating any mess. It’s highly portable, though Baker points out the weight difference between the front and back makes its stowage tricky.

Best Wet-Dry Vacuum

This wet-dry vacuum hosts up to 60 minutes of run time, including a hard-floor brush and a carpet brush for oscillating between surfaces, and a self-cleaning brush roll. Baker loves this one, as well: “My old wet-dry vacuum wasn’t self-drying, and it actually left a wet, dingy mark on my hardwood floors after cleaning,” she says. Where old wet-dry vacuums can harbor a musty smell, this one’s self-cleaning and heated drying abilities has banished the issue altogether. “This vacuum has been a welcome change since it literally tells me when it needs self-cleaning and washes and dries itself on the charging station completely from there.”

Best Robot Vacuum

Our tester Yelena Moroz Alpert loved the Narwal so much she wrote a full-flung, adoring review. The latest model has 25,000 Pa, about three-plus times the suction power of the industry standard and a 2.5L dust bin. “The smart robot also senses when the mop is getting dingy and goes back to the station to clean it,” she says. “It can sense if the floor is still dirty and goes back for a second pass until whatever is stuck to it is no longer there.” It took her Narwal two hours and 43 minutes to clean the first floor (914 square feet) with the “vacuum then mop” feature—no skin off her nose when she’s not doing the work. It has a high-tech mapping system (no, really), and it can “climb over different threshold levels, specifically the high one between the original hardwood floors of the house and the transition into the laminate floor of the kitchen.” That’s a godsend to those who have tried with robot vacuums before and found the little things give up at the slightest bump.

Best Cordless Vacuum

With a mix of vinyl, textured tile, and thick rugs in her home, shopping producer Lauren Arzbaecher knew she needed a vacuum that could transition easily across various floor types without losing suction power. That’s where Dyson’s cordless V11 comes in. It boasts adjustable settings to clean different floor types as well as a strong suction level, so much so that it surprised her at how quickly it made spilled potting soil a thing of the past when tending to her houseplants.

“The cordless experience makes using this vacuum super speedy,” Arzbaecher says, adding that the attachments are especially helpful. “I’m notorious for eating meals on the sofa, so the amount of crumbs and debris in between my couch cushions is…let’s say concerning. Dyson’s crevice and combination tools get into tight spaces easily so that I didn't have to fully remove all the cushions to get down to cleaning.” While other vacuums she’s used typically lost suction power with attachment, she says this Dyson is particularly consistent when switching away from the main cleaning head.

Best Canister Vacuum

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Miele Complete C3 Calima Vacuum

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It might seem a little retro, but don’t overlook the cleaning power of a canister vacuum—especially Miele’s. This vacuum comes with six suction levels that can work on any floor type, though it does perform best on hardwood floors. Even if you’re hesitant about shopping for a corded cleaner, this one reaches up to 36 feet to help you go the distance. Its Turbo Brush is perfect for collecting pet hair, and the Parquet Twister floorhead has a double-swivel joint that gently cleans and maneuvers across hard surfaces.

Weighing in at 16 pounds, this canister cleaner is heavier than your average robot and stick vacuum. But since the weight sits on the floor and you only need to use the stick attachment, the feel actually mirrors more of a handheld vacuum. Once you’re done refreshing your floors, you can use the one-touch cord rewind to quickly retract the cord and keep it from knotting up.

Stick vacs like this one are hard to beat, especially because LG’s has a detachable cordless handheld vacuum feature to get in all those narrow parts in the house. Alpert uses this crevice attachment most to clean the dust that collects between the balusters of her hardwood stairs. Attachments aside, the vacuum as a whole is a steal for the price. It’s so easy for everyday cleaning that Alpert calls it her “grab-and-go vacuum because it’s perfect for picking up little messes, like sprucing up my kitchen by running it under the counters or near the garbage bin, and definitely for after-dinner crumbs.” It’s lightweight (just about five pounds), has a 60-minute run time on a full charge, and has sensors that automatically tell the difference between carpet and hard floors and adjust the suction power accordingly.

This ultra-slim vacuum is another AD favorite for its versatility mopping and vacuuming on either carpets or hardwoods, with an additional LED headlight for additional visibility. “What makes the Tineco Floor ONE Switch S7 so unusual is that it includes one battery that can be swapped out between the wet-dry vacuum and the floor washer,” says Williams. It also has an iLoop feature that detects debris levels and adjusts suction accordingly, as well as a zero-tangle brush to prevent hair clogging.

You also get a two-in-one combo deal, as the cordless stick vacuum converts to a handheld vacuum cleaner for digging into crevices and deep cleaning upholstery. Another cool feature is that the floor washer self-cleans dirty water by heating it to 158 degrees Fahrenheit to kill bacteria and odors and uses fresh water to clean hard floors.

From carpets to hardwoods, our editors test the best Amazon vacuums by actually using them to clean the floors in our homes. Aside from floor type, our team shops for options that specifically suit our lifestyles. For instance, pet parents keep an eye out for Amazon vacuums that come with tangle-free brushes to trap loose fur without clogging the motorhead. And those who like an easygoing cleaning experience opt for robot vacuums to clean every corner and crevice around the house.

Here are additional factors we weigh to determine the best vacuums on Amazon for our spaces and yours:

Vacuum Type: Amazon offers countless vacuums on its site, but the most common types you’ll find are cordless stick, robot, wet-dry, handheld, and canister. While the option you choose is largely up to your preference, take note of these key factors to help inform your next buy:

• Cordless stick: Cordless stick vacuums are typically lightweight and narrow to allow you to get in hard-to-reach or high places, like ceilings.
• Robot: This vacuum type is ideal for those who like hands-off and scheduled cleanings, as robot vacuums offer 3D mapping to identify where and what to clean.
• Wet-dry: If you have hard floors, wet-dry vacuums are helpful to polish surfaces and rid them of debris and stains at the same time.
• Canister: Large homes can benefit from a canister vacuum with their large capacities. They also feature far-reaching stick attachments to clean areas like stairs and ceilings.

Filtration: One of the most important vacuum features to look out for is a HEPA filter. This helps capture fine particles and allergens—sometimes up to 99.99%—for an incredibly thorough clean.

Bag vs. Bagless: Some vacuums come with bags that seal dirt, while others are bagless and allow you to dump out the contents directly in the trash. If you’re prone to allergies, it could be helpful to go the bagged route so you aren’t exposed to the debris your vacuum picks up.

Attachments: For hard-to-reach corners and narrow stretches of floor, crevice and combination tools are some of the most helpful tools to have in your cleaning arsenal. Certain Amazon vacuums even come with unique attachments like pet nozzles specifically designed to remove dander and fur clinging to furniture and upholstery.