Best 2017 Vacuums for Assembly and Setup

#1 Bissell Featherweight Stick Vacuum
5.0

Assembly is consistently described as easy, with few parts and a handle that goes on quickly.

Pros: Overall opinion, Weight

Cons: Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake, Cord length

#2 Black+Decker 20V Pivot Vac Cordless Handheld Vacuum
5.0

Setup was consistently easy, with reviewers saying it arrived assembled and required little more than charging before use.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Ease of use

Cons: Filtration / Dust Containment, Build quality and durability

#3 Bissell Zing Canister Bagless Vacuum
4.8

Assembly was consistently described as easy, nearly complete out of the box, or quick to put together.

Pros: Overall opinion, Weight

Cons: Accessories and Tools, Filtration / Dust Containment

#4 Kenmore Elite Canister Vacuum
4.8

Setup is described as quick and intuitive, with no meaningful assembly complaints in the scored evidence.

Pros: Accessories and Tools, Filtration / Dust Containment

Cons: Maneuverability and Handling, Weight

#5 Miele Blizzard CX1 Bagless Canister Vacuum
4.8

Setup is simple, with reviewers describing assembly and fitting parts as quick, solid, and straightforward.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Hair Pickup — Carpets, Price and Value

#6 Eureka Blaze 3-in-1 Stick Vacuum
4.6

Assembly was consistently described as easy, with simple click-in or snap-in setup.

Pros: Overall opinion, Maneuverability and Handling

Cons: Emptying and Mess Control, Filtration / Dust Containment

#7 NaceCare Henry HVR160 Compact Vacuum
4.0

Setup was usually easy or minimal, but reviews also criticized pictorial instructions and tight wand pieces that needed force to assemble correctly.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Bin and Bag

Cons: Storage footprint and upright-stand stability, Floorhead design