Claiming to have 20% more suction power than its predecessor (the D10 and winner of our tests!), the Dyson V11 Torque Drive bodes well for the future of vacuum innovation. What else does it do? It automatically adjusts its suction to whatever surface you’re vacuuming. On easier-to-clean bare floors the suction dials down, but ramps up for deep cleaning carpets. It’s also the only vacuum we’ve seen with an LCD screen. The screen tells you how much battery power is left, when to clean the filter, if there are any blockages, and how to clear those blockages using a quick on-screen video clip.
Attachments: Floor cleaner head, mini motorized tool, combination tool, crevice tool, mini soft dusting brush, stubborn dirt brush, wand storage clip
Run time: Up to 60 minutes in Eco mode per the manufacturer
Converts to a handheld vacuum: Yes
Black + Decker Powerseries Pro 2-in-1 Cordless Vacuum cleaner reviews
We loved that this combination 2-in-1 vacuum has a removable canister and hose that makes it super convenient to vacuum stairs, curtains, and other hard-to-reach places that a traditional stick vac may not reach. We like that the attachments clip on board so you’ll always know where they are and that it has touch controls and a compactor for the dust cup so you can compress the dirt inside for less frequent empties. While it did pick up almost 99% of the debris we put down, we did notice that a few bits got stuck on the rubber wheels.
Attachments: 3-in-1 nozzle, crevice tool and upholstery brush
Run time: Up to 34 minutes in our tests
Converts to a handheld vacuum: No, but the canister is portable and can be used with attachments.
Quiet Mark Rating: Moderately quiet (2 out of 3 stars)
Eureka Blaze 3-in-1 Swivel Lightweight Stick Vacuum Cleaner reviews
With 889 5-star reviews on Amazon, this inexpensive corded stick vacuum must be doing something right! Its low price tag and 3-in-1 design make it a must-have. Use it as a stick vac, a hand vac, or with the steel handle removed and nozzle attached, it converts to a stair vacuum. At only four pounds, it’s lightweight and reviewers love its swivel head. Though we haven’t tested this model, Eureka vacuums have performed well in previous tests and this would be a good choice for dorm rooms and small apartments.
Attachments: Floor nozzle, crevice tool
Cord length: 18-feet
Converts to a handheld vacuum: Yes
