Las 3 mejores aspiradoras de mano inalámbricas que hemos probado, incluidas Levoit, Shark y Dyson
El abeto
Soy editora de limpieza, así que estoy probando una aspiradora nueva en cualquier momento. Y aunque he comprado, usado y me encantaron muchas aspiradoras verticales , es mi aspiradora de escoba inalámbrica la que uso cuando quiero recoger las migas debajo de la trona de mi hija o limpiar toda mi casa de dos plantas.
Las aspiradoras de escoba inalámbricas son prácticas, ligeras y potentes. Hasta la fecha, hemos sometido a más de 60 de ellas a rigurosas pruebas en el laboratorio y en casa. Mis tres favoritas provienen de marcas de primera línea que realmente cumplen con su cometido: Levoit, Shark y Dyson. Cuestan desde $200 hasta $1,000, y todas compiten con sus homólogas de mayor tamaño.
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Súper ligero
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Limpia bien alfombras, pisos de madera, azulejos y escaleras.
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La batería se carga rápidamente y dura más de lo anunciado.
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Fácil de vaciar y limpiar el filtro.
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No hay quejas importantes
La aspiradora de escoba inalámbrica Levoit LVAC-200 es lo máximo: una máquina para limpiar pisos de madera, alfombras, azulejos y escaleras, además de ser increíblemente ligera y de carga rápida. Hemos probado más de 350 aspiradoras y nunca me había impresionado de forma tan inmediata y continua con una aspiradora.
Esta opción no solo rivaliza con sus homólogas verticales, conocidas por su potencia de succión, sobre todo en alfombras, sino también con las aspiradoras inalámbricas más caras que hemos probado, de Dyson, Tineco y otras marcas de alta gama. Es la aspiradora que tengo y uso (¡en serio!) a diario , y deja marcas en la alfombra rápidamente, demostrando que penetra en las fibras y retira el polvo acumulado.
Conozca al probador
Soy editora sénior en Homey Zen y vivo en una casa de dos plantas con mi esposo y mi hijo pequeño. Mi casa tiene una mezcla de alfombras, pisos de madera y baldosas, y muchas escaleras. Mis aspiradoras se encargan varias veces a la semana de limpiar alfombras y recoger las migas de comida que deja un niño de dos años.
Después de cada limpieza completa de la casa, el depósito de polvo está a reventar. Aunque el pelo se enreda un poco en el filtro, me ha resultado fácil sacar el depósito de la aspiradora y girar el filtro para limpiarlo; además, el pelo suele caerse enseguida.
Desde que tengo esta aspiradora, he tenido la oportunidad de limpiar los filtros premotor y postmotor integrados en el depósito de polvo. Levoit recomienda limpiarlos una vez al mes y reemplazarlos cada tres meses. (Puedes conseguir fácilmente un paquete de dos filtros postmotor y cuatro premotor por menos de $25 en Amazon). Los filtros son fáciles de quitar; solo necesitas enjuagarlos, apretarlos y dejarlos secar al aire antes de volver a colocarlos en la aspiradora.
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El Levoit LVAC-200 tiene un buen rendimiento en alfombras y tapetes, como lo demuestran las pruebas.
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Es fácil separar el depósito de polvo del resto de la aspiradora y sólo lleva unos segundos vaciarlo.
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El botón de encendido y el interruptor de modo están ubicados intuitivamente en el mango del Levoit LVAC-200.
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Aún no hemos encontrado pequeños residuos o polvo que esta aspiradora no pueda manejar.
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La aspiradora de mano inalámbrica Levoit LVAC-200 viene con una herramienta para mascotas 2 en 1 y un cepillo para polvo.
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Es fácil separar el recipiente del resto de la aspiradora para limpiar por encima del piso.
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Esta aspiradora cuesta solo $200, lo que la coloca entre nuestras aspiradoras económicas favoritas . No tiene estación de vaciado automático ni indicador digital del nivel de limpieza de su hogar como otras de nuestras selecciones, pero estas no son características imprescindibles. En cambio, la Levoit LVAC-200 se centra en una serie de pequeños detalles que facilitan la limpieza, como un botón de encendido central, una batería de larga duración que se carga rápidamente y una luz en el cabezal de piso que ilumina el camino.
Con 1,4 kg, incluyendo la batería, es una de las aspiradoras más ligeras que hemos probado. No he tenido ningún problema para transportarla por mi casa de dos plantas con tantas escaleras, y su diseño me parece muy práctico para moverse por las escaleras y alrededor de sillas. En definitiva, estoy completamente segura de que esta aspiradora de escoba Levoit es una ganga, sobre todo porque suele estar en oferta.
Peso: 3.2 libras | Duración de la batería: Hasta 30 minutos (45 minutos según nuestra experiencia) | Accesorios: Herramienta para rincones 2 en 1, herramienta 2 en 1 para mascotas
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Diseño flexible para llegar debajo de los muebles.
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Able to pick up dog hair, dust, and large debris very well
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Floor head is easy to navigate and turns in seconds
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Collection bin can be tough to detach
Self-emptying stations are becoming a popular accessory for cordless stick vacuums, and I’m seeing them pop up the most with Shark’s reliable line of lightweight, powerful stick vacuums. Our recent favorite in this space is the Shark Cordless PowerDetect Clean & Empty System. It’s a true menace with piles of dog hair, dust, nails that spilled out of a toolbox, and potting soil. Our editor started using it during her move, so we got to see just how effective it is and easy it is to use.
She actually noted that it’s better than vacuums she’s spent a lot more on, and her robot vacuum-mop combo that also empties itself. The floor head moves in seconds when she makes twists and turns, as if it’s reading her mind, and this gliding effect has made her want to vacuum just for fun.
Meet the Tester
Daniela lives in a one-story, ranch-style home with her fiancé and Shiba Inu pup, who has long hair and can shed a lot. While she has limited carpet in her home, she does have hardwood floors and carpeted stairs, and her kitchen and bathrooms are outfitted with grouted tile.
Emptying the vacuum is as easy as situating it on its self-empty station that doubles as a charging dock. A flip of a switch turns on the suction, which moves the debris from the vacuum’s dust bin to the canister. It’s really quite simple and convenient, and this feature is something that’s made us say, “How did I ever live without it?”
On top of great cleaning power and an easy emptying process, this vacuum is also pretty quiet in comparison to others. At 7.3 pounds, it’s also the second-lightest pick on our list, and isn’t as heavy as it may feel out of the box. The battery lasts for 70 minutes as well, which is twice as long as my top pick—though, using any higher settings or different modes will change this up.
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You can see how efficient the Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Cordless Vacuum is based on the clear path it leaves behind.
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Detaching the wand of the Shark PowerDetect and using it as a handheld vacuum is a smooth process. The attachments easily clip on, too.
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The bendable wand of the Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Cordless Vacuum is an absolute game-changer when it comes to mobility.
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The vacuum’s two brushrolls are on display when the head is inverted to be reattached to the wand.
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The display on the Shark PowerDetect Cordless Vacuum gives you a reading of battery and suction power.
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And, to top it all of, this vacuum has a really flexible design that allows it to bend under furniture for you. If you or someone in your household has limited mobility, or has trouble bending over, this vacuum can be a seamless solution for thorough house cleaning.
Weight: 7.3 pounds | Battery Life: 70 minutes | Attachments: Duster crevice tool, pet multi-tool, odor neutralizer pack, accessory dock, charging dock
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Fluffy optic cleaner head with green laser light
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Operates quietly
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Super easy to move around furniture
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Dust bin emptying mechanism
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One of our heaviest picks
Dyson is a household name, and if you’re in the market for a colorful, reliable, and feature-packed vacuum, the Dyson Gen5detect is the way to go. It contains the brand’s fastest motor to date, which translates to incredibly powerful suction in a technologically-advanced package.
When we first powered on the Gen5detect, we quickly noticed the low noise level—a perk if you want to have a conversation, listen to a podcast while you’re vacuuming, or if you have sound sensitivities. The boost mode is noticeably louder and higher-pitched, but does help speed the process along. (Though, it will likely also drain your battery the fastest.)
The Gen5detect is also powered by a button, so there’s no need to consistently pull a trigger to operate it (a requirement for many of Dyson’s other models that we’ve tested). The fluffy optic cleaner head shines a laser onto tiny particles you might not usually see while cleaning, and we loved the effect on both hard flooring and carpet.
Meet the Tester
Erin lives in a one-bedroom apartment with a dog, and uses this vacuum at least a few times per week to clean hardwood, tile, and medium- to high-pile area rugs. This vacuum is tasked with long and short hair, dog food, potting soil, crumbs, plastic price tag attachments, and more.
The digital screen at the top of the handle also offers insights into the vacuum’s run time and battery life. While the screen is snazzy, it does offer extraneous information that other vacuums skip, so it doesn’t feel completely necessary.
Notably, setting up and navigating this vacuum is a breeze. You can adjust the head with a simple turn of your wrist, and in our lab, we were able to suction up a mixture of Cheerio crumbs, orzo, coffee grounds, and wig hair with no issues. The vacuum comes with two brush roll heads; a larger, no-tangle one and the fluffy optic one mentioned above.
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The Dyson Gen5detect zaps up crushed cereal from hardwood floors.
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We did have to clean hair out of the Dyson Gen5detect, but it was easy.
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The crevice tool on the Dyson Gen5detect works for stain creases and tight corners.
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Testing the Dyson Gen5detect with a decibel meter confirmed its quietness.
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Emptying the dust canister into the trash was quick and smooth thanks to the push button design.
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The attachments that come with the Dyson Gen5Detect are easy to use, too. The crevice tool made quick work of the cotton ball spider webs we made on top of a bookshelf, and the pet hair attachment has impressed us a lot when cleaning our dog carrier.
The ejection mechanism of the dust bin is also a satisfying way to empty all the dirt and debris we collected (and to ensure we didn’t have to come in contact with any of it, a real perk for those with allergies). The only downside, beyond the almost-$1,000 price tag? The powerful motor really made this machine feel heavy, so you might find yourself vacuuming in spurts. The battery does have a lengthy 70-minute run time to help you get through your cleaning session.
Weight: 7.6 pounds | Battery Life: 70 minutes | Attachments: Hair screw tool, built-in dusting and crevice tool, combination tool, two cleaning heads
Final Verdict
The best cordless stick vacuum is the Levoit LVAC-200 Cordless Stick Vacuum. This vacuum just immediately and continuously impressed me because it’s super lightweight, easy to empty, and works on all kinds of surfaces well, including stairs. For a more feature-packed option, check out the Dyson Gen5Detect that has a laser light, digital readout, and long battery life.
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How We Tested the Cordless Stick Vacuums
Out of the over 350 vacuums we’ve tested in The Lab and at home, over 60 are cordless stick ones. Our thorough process gives us the chance to rate each model’s cleaning power, noise level, value, and more.
- Setup: We start with unboxing and assembling each vacuum, timing how long it takes to put each one together and rating how clear the instructions are.
- Effectiveness: We put each vacuum through its paces to test cleaning power and see just how successful it is at picking up measured amounts of common household debris like hair, popcorn kernels, and cereal on a hardwood surface, three types of carpet (low, medium, and high-pile), and stairs. At home, we test each vacuum’s cleaning power by putting it up against our day-to-day debris and regular cleaning routines.
- Noise Level: We consider whether or not you could have a conversation or hear the doorbell ring while the machine is in use. In general, we’ve found that cordless stick vacuums aren’t nearly as noisy as their upright counterparts.
- Maneuverability and Portability: We set up a living room obstacle course and run the vacuums through it to see how they reach under low-sitting couches and around tables.
- Ease of Emptying: We rate how messy or complex the process is, and how easy it is to complete (including whether or not any hair and fuzz get tangled in any of the filters or brush rolls).
- Overall Value: We consider the overall value of each vacuum, taking our experience with not only the vacuum but also its competitors, into account. Cordless stick vacuums can cost up to $1,000, so we want to see if the price tag is worth what you get.
- Long-Term Testing: We use the vacuums for months, and even years, on end to see how they hold up over time in our homes. During this time, we dig deeper into their ease of use, durability, ease of storage, and attachments and features.
What to Look for in a Cordless Stick Vacuum
The Battery Life and Run Time
The first thing to consider when shopping for a cordless stick vacuum is run time, or the battery’s life, since this will determine how long you can clean for. Most of my favorite cordless stick options offer around 40 minutes of run time, with the Dyson Gen5Detect Cordless Vacuum offering up to 70 minutes of cleaning time.
When considering your model’s battery life, know that it’s not always cut and dry. If you use the max or boost mode on your vacuum, the battery can drain quicker than advertised for each session. You’ll also need to take the charge time into account. Some models take a few hours to charge; others will be ready for use much quicker than that, especially if they’re stored on a charging station.
Along with a limited charge, most batteries also have a shelf life for their long-term usage, too. Emily Rairdin, vacuum expert at University Vacuum & Sewing says that, so far, lithium-ion batteries used in the vacuum industry last about three to five years, depending on use (which is just slightly less than the four to six-year average lifespan for residential vacuums). If your battery dies completely, you’re able to purchase a new one, in most cases, from the brand or a major retailer like Amazon.
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The Dust Bin Capacity
By design, the dust bins on cordless stick vacuums are smaller than those on upright vacuums or canister vacuums, and can limit the amount of time or space you can vacuum in one session.
To find the best option for you, consider your cleaning habits and preferences to help determine what size dust bin—or type of vacuum—you need. If you prefer to vacuum large spaces in one fell swoop, an upright vacuum with a bigger dust bin is going to allow you to take fewer breaks.
However, the vacuums on our list do offer a good amount of space for dust, debris, and more. My top pick for a cordless stick vacuum sits at 0.75 liters. I can clean my entire house before it needs to be emptied—however, I don’t have any pets.
If you don’t like the idea of frequently emptying your dust bin, a larger style of vacuum, or one with a self-emptying base, may be worth considering, too. People with allergies will also want to consider self-emptying bases, since those will limit their exposure to potential irritants. There is one vacuum on our list with a self-emptying station: the Shark Cordless PowerDetect Clean & Empty System.
What Attachments You Get in the Box
Most vacuums—cordless stick or not—come with a crevice tool in their box. This is the most standard attachment and helps you get into tight areas. That said, you can find other attachments in your box, including additional brush rolls for different types of surfaces, upholstery brushes, dusting tools, and more. Typically, more expensive vacuums will come with a larger amount of attachments—but, focus on the vacuum functionality first before zeroing in on accessories.
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When Is the Best Time to Buy Cordless Stick Vacuums on Sale?
Cordless stick vacuums, and vacuums in general, go on sale very often. You also can expect deep discounts during Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Labor Day, Memorial Day, and Amazon’s Prime Days. During these sale events and weekends, vacuums can be up to 60 percent off, meaning you can score even high-end options for hundreds less.
Spring is also a great time to shop for vacuums, because retailers are ready to support your spring cleaning efforts and typically mark down cleaning products and tools as a result. When a brand has just released a new model, you can also typically find older models at a discount. If a cordless stick vacuum is being discontinued, you can also usually find it at a discount.
Why Trust Homey Zen?
Marisa Viglione es editora sénior de Homey Zen y se especializa en limpieza, electrodomésticos, organización y tecnología para el hogar, especialmente en aspiradoras. Ha colaborado en el desarrollo y la realización de nuestras pruebas de aspiradoras, tanto en casa como en el laboratorio , y ha probado media docena de modelos en su propia casa.
Actualmente tiene la aspiradora de varilla inalámbrica Levoit LVAC-200 (nuestra favorita). Siempre prefiere una aspiradora de varilla inalámbrica en lugar de una vertical, y es posible que sea la mayor fan de la Levoit LVAC-200, ya que cumple con todos sus requisitos como editora de limpieza y experta en aspiradoras.
Para este resumen, además de su propia experiencia, utilizó datos de pruebas exhaustivas de nuestro laboratorio y de nuestras pruebas caseras, teniendo en cuenta el poder de limpieza, la portabilidad, la facilidad de vaciado, el nivel de ruido, el valor y más para cada aspiradora de nuestra lista.
Nuestros expertos:
- Emily Rairdin , experta en aspiradoras de University Vacuum & Sewing
