Best 2022 Vacuums for Comparative performance

#1 Kenmore SpotLite Spot Cleaner
5.0

Comparative evidence was highly favorable in one roundup that named the KW2001 both a best overall and budget pick.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Overall opinion

#2 Shark Stratos Ultralight HZ3002 Corded Stick Vacuum
4.9

Compared with other stick vacuums or even full-size vacuums, reviewers repeatedly found its cleaning performance unusually strong.

Pros: Hard Floor — Fine Dust Pickup, Odor control

Cons: Bin and Bag, Cordless convenience

#4 DEWALT 20V Handheld Cordless Vacuum
4.8

Comparative tests and reviewer judgments placed the DeWalt near the top of handheld-vac performance.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Overall opinion

Cons: Noise level, Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake

#5 Dyson Ball Animal 3 Extra Upright Vacuum
4.7

Comparative evidence is favorable: reviewers say it impressed against other uprights, outshined competition on carpet, and felt like a worthy successor.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Weight, Area Rug Handling

#6 Dyson V12 Detect Slim Vacuum
4.7

Comparative performance was favorable against smaller or older Dyson models, while the V12 remained below larger flagship Dysons for raw power.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Bin and Bag, Maintenance requirements

#7 Shark Stratos Upright Vacuum
4.6

Comparative testing placed the Stratos near or ahead of key rivals overall, though some competitors beat it in specific carpet or suction tests.

Pros: Convertible handheld design, Overall opinion

Cons: Odor control, Weight

#8 Roborock Q7 Max+ Robot Vacuum
4.5

Comparison evidence generally favored the Q7 Max+ against several premium or competing models in cleaning, navigation, or value contexts.

Pros: Overall opinion, AI, Smart, App and Automation

Cons: Noise level, Price and Value

#9 Kenmore DS1030 Ultra-Light Cordless Vacuum
4.5

Comparative comments generally favor the Kenmore on price, suction, filtration, and overall head-to-head scoring, with some category-specific tradeoffs.

Pros: Weight, Overall opinion

Cons: Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake

#10 Dreametech D10 plus Robot Vacuum and Mop
4.5

Comparative performance was strong for the price, with the D10 Plus ranking well and its navigation standing out among mid-range competitors.

Pros: Map and Path Efficiency (Robot Vacuums), AI, Smart, App and Automation

Cons: Mopping performance, Water tank

#11 Shark Stratos Cordless Vacuum IZ862H
4.4

Comparative performance is favorable overall, especially for carpet/value against Dyson and award competition, though not every competitor comparison was a clean win.

Pros: Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance, Price and Value

Cons: Odor control, Weight

#12 Dreame L10s Ultra Robot Vacuum and Mop
4.1

Comparative performance was favorable overall: reviewers often positioned it close to pricier flagships or as a better-value alternative.

Pros: Overall opinion, Mopping performance

Cons: Obstacle Avoidance (Robot), Mop lifting system

#13 Dyson Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum
4.0

Comparative performance is mixed-positive overall: it ranks near the top in some tests, but some competitors beat it for hardwood, usability, or value.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Overall opinion

Cons: Ease of use, Maneuverability and Handling

#14 Kenmore Elite Cordless Stick Vacuum
4.0

Comparative performance was favorable in budget-category comparisons, especially where debris containment and category wins mattered.

Pros: Overall opinion, Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup

Cons: Runtime, Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance

#15 Kenmore Featherlite Lift-Up Vacuum
3.9

Comparative evidence was split but mostly favorable: several reviews put Kenmore ahead of budget rivals, while TechGearLab preferred Shark alternatives.

Pros: Overall opinion, Weight

Cons: Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance, Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors)

#16 Dreame H12 Pro Wet Dry Vacuum Cleaner
3.8

Comparative comments were mixed-to-positive: the H12 Pro cleaned very well against rivals, but newer Dreame models and competitors add features it lacks.

Pros: Overall opinion, Mopping performance

Cons: Controls and UI, Emptying and Mess Control

#17 Bissell CrossWave Vacuum Cleaner
3.4

Comparative performance was highly context-dependent: Bissell often won on power or ease, but several newer competitors beat it on features, value, or ergonomics.

Pros: Overall opinion, Water tank

Cons: Maintenance requirements, Solution / Liquid system

#18 Roomba Combo j7+ Robot Vacuum & Mop
3.0

Comparative evidence was mixed, with reviewers praising some unique strengths while noting stronger competitors in mopping efficiency or value.

Pros: AI, Smart, App and Automation, Map and Path Efficiency (Robot Vacuums)

Cons: Maintenance requirements, Dock noise

#19 Bissell CleanView Compact Upright Vacuum
2.5

Comparative performance is mixed to weak: one roundup did not recommend under-$100 vacuums, and another preferred the turbo variant for varied floors.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake, Floorhead design

#20 Ryobi 18V One+ Powered Brush Hand Vacuum Kit
1.0

The clearest comparison was negative, with one reviewer saying an old Kmart vacuum had stronger suction.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Emptying and Mess Control, Bin and Bag