Best 2022 Vacuums for Versatility

#1 Dyson Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum
5.0

Versatility is praised where the adjustable cleaner head helps the vacuum handle multiple floor and debris types.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Overall opinion

Cons: Ease of use, Maneuverability and Handling

#2 Dyson V12 Detect Slim Vacuum
4.9

Versatility was strong because the V12 works as a floor vacuum and above-floor cleaner with the right tool for many jobs.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Bin and Bag, Maintenance requirements

#3 Shark Stratos Upright Vacuum
4.8

Versatility was a major selling point, with the lift-off canister making it feel like two vacuums in one.

Pros: Convertible handheld design, Overall opinion

Cons: Odor control, Weight

#4 Bissell CrossWave Vacuum Cleaner
4.6

Versatility was one of the strongest themes, with reviewers repeatedly valuing the ability to vacuum, mop, handle hard floors, and sometimes address rugs in one machine.

Pros: Overall opinion, Water tank

Cons: Maintenance requirements, Solution / Liquid system

#6 Shark Stratos Ultralight HZ3002 Corded Stick Vacuum
4.6

Versatility is a repeated strength, with reviewers using or recommending it for floors, upholstery, stairs, cobwebs, and whole-home cleaning.

Pros: Hard Floor — Fine Dust Pickup, Odor control

Cons: Bin and Bag, Cordless convenience

#8 Roborock Q7 Max+ Robot Vacuum
4.6

Reviewers liked that the robot can vacuum and mop in one run, especially for homes that need frequent mopping.

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

Cons: Noise level, Price and Value

#9 DEWALT 20V Handheld Cordless Vacuum
4.5

Versatility was a major strength, with reviewers using it as a handheld, dust extractor, car cleaner, and near-stick-vac setup.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Overall opinion

Cons: Noise level, Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake

#10 Dyson Ball Animal 3 Extra Upright Vacuum
4.5

Reviewers see it as versatile across mess sizes, surfaces, modes, and whole-apartment cleaning, especially with carpets, hard floors, and attachments.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Weight, Area Rug Handling

#11 Kenmore SpotLite Spot Cleaner
4.5

Versatility was positive across carpets, upholstery, car interiors, hard-to-reach spots, and area rugs.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Overall opinion

#12 Bissell CleanView Compact Upright Vacuum
4.5

Versatility is a strength for routine home use, with reviewers citing rugs, carpet, hard surfaces, and above-floor cleaning.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake, Floorhead design

#13 Kenmore Featherlite Lift-Up Vacuum
4.5

Reviewers described the vacuum as versatile, with many ways to use it and a broad budget feature set.

Pros: Overall opinion, Weight

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

#14 Roomba Combo j7+ Robot Vacuum & Mop
4.5

The core versatility claim was positive: one review praised completing vacuuming and mopping in the same cleaning run.

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

Cons: Maintenance requirements, Dock noise

#15 Dreame H12 Pro Wet Dry Vacuum Cleaner
4.4

Versatility was strong for hard floors because it combines vacuuming and mopping, but reviewers warned it does not replace a carpet vacuum.

Pros: Overall opinion, Mopping performance

Cons: Controls and UI, Emptying and Mess Control

#16 Dreametech D10 plus Robot Vacuum and Mop
4.3

Versatility was a plus because reviewers used it for vacuuming, mopping, multi-room, and multi-floor routines.

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

Cons: Mopping performance, Water tank

#17 Dreame L10s Ultra Robot Vacuum and Mop
4.2

Versatility was supported by multi-floor scheduling and room-based cleaning options rather than only whole-home cleaning.

Pros: Overall opinion, Mopping performance

Cons: Obstacle Avoidance (Robot), Mop lifting system

#18 Kenmore Elite Cordless Stick Vacuum
4.2

Versatility was a recurring strength for quick cleanups, crevices, hardwood, and above-floor tasks, though not for all heavy jobs.

Pros: Overall opinion, Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup

Cons: Runtime, Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance

#19 Ryobi 18V One+ Powered Brush Hand Vacuum Kit
4.1

Versatility was a recurring positive for garage, car, couch, corner, and general quick-clean tasks, with caveats around add-ons.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Emptying and Mess Control, Bin and Bag

#20 Shark Stratos Cordless Vacuum IZ862H
4.0

Versatility evidence is positive but broad, with one review calling the Stratos packed with features for many uses.

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

Cons: Odor control, Weight