Best 2023 Vacuums for Comparative performance

#1 Dyson Gen5 Outsize Cordless Vacuum Cleaner
5.0

Comparative performance was top-tier overall, though the smaller Gen5detect was favored by some for value, weight, and head performance.

Pros: Debris illumination, Overall opinion

Cons: Weight, Price and Value

#2 Roborock S8 + Robot Vacuum
4.6

The S8+ generally outperforms many hybrids in suction, edge cleaning, hair handling, and mapping. Some tests found the S7 MaxV stronger on first-pass cleaning or object recognition, while premium rivals...

Pros: Overall opinion, Map and Path Efficiency (Robot Vacuums)

Cons: Dock noise, Price and Value

#3 iRobot Roomba J5+ Combo Vacuum & Mop
4.5

Comparative performance is strong overall, especially for vacuuming and obstacle avoidance versus similarly priced or low-midrange robots.

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

Cons: Mopping performance, Price and Value

#4 Dyson V11 Origin Cordless Stick Vacuum
4.5

Comparative performance was strong, with reviewers finding it close to newer Dyson models and much stronger than older ones in key ways.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Controls and UI

#6 Dreame R20 Cordless Vacuum
4.5

Comparative reviewers positioned the R20 as a stronger-featured, longer-running, better-value option, while still conceding some rivals beat it on carpet.

Pros: Runtime, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Emptying and Mess Control, Suitability for heavy-duty use

#7 Dyson V15s Detect Submarine Wet Dry Vacuum
4.5

Comparative performance was favorable against Dyson's V15 lineage, with the Submarine treated as comparable to or based on a top cordless platform.

Pros: Overall opinion, Mopping performance

Cons: Price and Value, Controls and UI

#8 Ultenic Cordless Vacuum Mop All in One Combo, AC1 Elite
4.5

Comparative performance was positive, with reviewers finding the AC1 better value than a named competitor and at least as effective as a previous wet/dry vacuum.

Pros: Overall opinion, Mopping performance

Cons: Area Rug Handling, Noise level

#9 Dyson Gen5 Detect Cordless Vacuum
4.4

Comparative performance was one of the Gen5 Detect's strongest themes: reviewers repeatedly ranked it at or near the top, though some preferred cheaper alternatives for value.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Debris illumination

Cons: Price and Value, Weight

#10 Roborock Q5 Pro + Robot Vacuum and Mop
4.3

Comparative performance was generally strong versus test averages and high-end bots, though one reviewer found deep cleaning merely average.

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

Cons: Obstacle Avoidance (Robot), Mopping performance

#11 Dreame L20 Ultra Robot Vacuum and Mop
4.3

Comparative evidence ranged from strong leaderboard and competitor praise to a later review saying competitors performed better in wet cleaning.

Pros: Overall opinion, Obstacle Avoidance (Robot)

Cons: Price and Value, Storage footprint and upright-stand stability

#13 BISSELL Revolution HydroSteam Carpet Cleaner
4.2

Comparative evidence is mixed: HydroSteam often cleaned better than ProHeat-style models, but some reviewers preferred cheaper or larger alternatives.

Pros: Dried-On Stain Removal, Price and Value

Cons: Floor Drying Time, Weight

#14 Levoit LVAC-200 Cordless Vacuum
4.0

Compared with premium and newer models, the LVAC-200 often wins on value but gives up raw power, features, or carpet deep-cleaning strength.

Pros: Runtime, Price and Value

Cons: Controls and UI, Convertible handheld design

#15 Roborock Q8 Max+ Robot Vacuum and Mop
4.0

Comparative performance was favorable on carpet and deep cleaning, but mixed across broader rankings because hard-floor, mopping, and obstacle results varied by test.

Pros: Mopping performance, AI, Smart, App and Automation

Cons: Obstacle Avoidance (Robot), Dock noise

#16 Roomba Combo j9+ Robot Vacuum & Mop
4.0

Comparative performance was split: one review rated vacuuming among the best, while another said competitors maintain floors better.

Pros: Obstacle Avoidance (Robot), Overall opinion

Cons: Maintenance requirements, Self-cleaning cycle

#17 Ryobi 18V One+ Hand Vac
4.0

The Ryobi outperformed some cheaper handhelds and looked competitive for its low tool-only price, though premium models were stronger overall.

Pros: Suction and Airflow

#18 Roborock S8 Pro Ultra Robot Vacuum and Mop
3.9

Comparisons were split: some reviews rated it better than older or newer models in areas like mopping or navigation, while others preferred alternatives for value or obstacle avoidance.

Pros: Mopping performance, Self-cleaning cycle

Cons: Price and Value, Value-for-money

#19 Eureka e10s Robot Vacuum
3.8

Comparative performance was mixed: some tests placed it favorably for the price, while others found cheaper or rival robots matched or beat it.

Pros: Overall opinion, Mop lifting system

Cons: Obstacle Avoidance (Robot), Mopping performance

#20 Shark Matrix Self Empty Robot Vacuum
3.8

Comparative performance was strong versus Roomba i3-style rivals but weaker against top-rated competitors or an older Shark in some reviewer opinions.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Map and Path Efficiency (Robot Vacuums)

Cons: Obstacle Avoidance (Robot), Noise level

#21 eufy X8 Pro Robot Vacuum
3.8

Comparative performance was good for the budget tier, but reviewers pointed to pricier models for better mopping, power, or obstacle handling.

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

Cons: Mopping performance, Maintenance requirements

#22 iRobot Roomba Combo i5 Robot Vacuum
3.8

Comparative performance was favorable against the 694 but less compelling as an upgrade over i3-class hardware.

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

Cons: Mopping performance, Noise level

#23 Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Turbo Lift-Off Vacuum
3.7

Comparative performance is mixed: it beats some Shark or Dyson models for hair pickup, but other Shark/Kenmore comparisons favor competitors.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Hair Pickup — Hard Floors, Airflow blowback

#24 Hoover ONEPWR Evolve Pet Elite Cordless Vacuum
3.5

Comparative performance was moderate in the comparison review, where the Hoover was a runner-up and described as basic despite some strengths.

Pros: Bin and Bag, Maneuverability and Handling

Cons: Filtration / Dust Containment, Noise level

#25 Tineco Floor ONE S7 PRO Cordless Wet Dry Vacuum
3.1

Comparative performance is mixed: one review says it beats other wet-dry vacuums tested, while comparison videos prefer rivals on value or feature completeness.

Pros: Overall opinion, Edge and Baseboard Cleaning (Hard Floors)

Cons: Price and Value, Area Rug Handling

#26 Dirt Devil Multi-Surface Upright Vacuum
3.0

Comparative performance evidence diverged sharply, with CNET's Dash test performing poorly and the detailed reviewer calling the newer model a major Dirt Devil improvement.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Overall opinion

Cons: Accessories and Tools, Emptying and Mess Control

#27 LG CordZero A937 Cordless Stick Vacuum
2.7

Comparative performance was mixed: LG impressed in some user comparisons but lagged behind Dyson, Samsung, or Tineco in several tests and reviews.

Pros: Emptying and Mess Control, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake, Comparative performance

#28 Samsung Jet 85 Cordless Vacuum
2.7

Comparisons were usually unfavorable on deep cleaning, carpet power, runtime or innovation versus stronger rivals.

Pros: Pet-Ready Features, Weight

Cons: Debris illumination, Headlight and LED lights

#29 Bissell Cleanview XR Cordless Vacuum
2.6

Direct comparisons were mixed but leaned contextual: some reviews said it outperformed or out-valued Dyson models, while others preferred Shark or Dyson for hard-floor debris behavior.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Emptying and Mess Control, Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake

#30 Roomba i5+ Combo Robot Vacuum and Mop
2.0

Comparative performance was mostly unfavorable, with the i5+ described as worse in a budget roundup, very similar to the I3, or behind Narwal overall.

Pros: Overall opinion, Emptying and Mess Control

Cons: AI, Smart, App and Automation, Mopping performance

#31 Amazon Basics Upright Vacuum
1.8

Comparative performance was poor, with reviewers pointing to better options or slightly more expensive alternatives.

Pros: Weight, Carpet — Low-Pile Pickup

Cons: Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup, Overall opinion