Best 2017 Vacuums for Build quality and durability

#1 NaceCare Henry HVR160 Compact Vacuum
4.9

Build quality earned strong praise, with reviewers describing the unit as robust, well-built, solid, and suited to hard use.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Bin and Bag

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

#2 Miele Blizzard CX1 Bagless Canister Vacuum
4.5

Build quality is a strength, with reviewers describing robust construction and high-quality engineering.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Hair Pickup — Carpets, Price and Value

#3 DeWalt DCV517B 20V Max Cordless Portable Vacuum
4.3

Build feedback was positive around the heavy-duty latch, positive feedback lockup, and secure locking feel.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Cordless convenience

Cons: Suitability for heavy-duty use, Accessories and Tools

#4 Eureka Blaze 3-in-1 Stick Vacuum
4.3

Build impressions were mixed: one reviewer liked the solid clip fit, while another said it was not rugged but adequate.

Pros: Overall opinion, Maneuverability and Handling

Cons: Emptying and Mess Control, Filtration / Dust Containment

#5 Bissell Featherweight Stick Vacuum
3.8

Build feedback is mixed: one long-term owner called it sturdy, while another source said the plastic body felt cheap in places.

Pros: Overall opinion, Weight

Cons: Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake, Cord length

#6 Kenmore Elite Canister Vacuum
2.8

Build quality evidence conflicts, ranging from solid construction praise to filter-door failures and broader concerns about modern material durability.

Pros: Accessories and Tools, Filtration / Dust Containment

Cons: Maneuverability and Handling, Weight

#7 Black+Decker 20V Pivot Vac Cordless Handheld Vacuum
2.6

Build quality was mixed: one review called the overall quality solid, while several criticized the dust door, latch, base, or clip as weak or flimsy.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Ease of use

Cons: Filtration / Dust Containment, Build quality and durability

#8 Bissell Zing Canister Bagless Vacuum
2.2

Build quality drew consistent criticism for plasticky parts, cheap-feeling heads, and hose quality below stronger competitors.

Pros: Overall opinion, Weight

Cons: Accessories and Tools, Filtration / Dust Containment