Best 2022 Vacuums for Weight

#1 Dyson V12 Detect Slim Vacuum
5.0

Weight was one of the most praised attributes; reviewers repeatedly highlighted the V12 as light, compact, and easy to carry.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Bin and Bag, Maintenance requirements

#2 Kenmore Elite Cordless Stick Vacuum
5.0

Weight was one of the clearest strengths, repeatedly described as extremely light and easy to operate.

Pros: Overall opinion, Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup

Cons: Runtime, Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance

#3 Bissell CleanView Compact Upright Vacuum
4.9

Weight is a major strength; reviewers repeatedly called it light, portable, and easy to carry.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake, Floorhead design

#4 Kenmore DS1030 Ultra-Light Cordless Vacuum
4.8

Weight is one of the strongest attributes; reviewers consistently describe it as ultra-light or nearly weightless.

Pros: Weight, Overall opinion

Cons: Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake

#5 Kenmore Featherlite Lift-Up Vacuum
4.6

Weight was a major strength, with reviewers repeatedly describing the vacuum as very light or feather light.

Pros: Overall opinion, Weight

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

#6 Kenmore SpotLite Spot Cleaner
4.5

Weight was praised by reviewers who called it among the lightest options or easy to carry even with water.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Overall opinion

#9 DEWALT 20V Handheld Cordless Vacuum
3.9

Weight feedback split by battery and use case: some called it heavy, while others found it light or manageable.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Overall opinion

Cons: Noise level, Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake

#10 Dreame H12 Pro Wet Dry Vacuum Cleaner
3.7

Weight impressions were mixed-to-positive: reviewers called it relatively lightweight or manageable on the floor, but some still noted it is fairly heavy.

Pros: Overall opinion, Mopping performance

Cons: Controls and UI, Emptying and Mess Control

#11 Bissell CrossWave Vacuum Cleaner
3.3

Weight was split: HF3 was repeatedly praised as very light, while HydroSteam and CrossWave Edge were considered heavier.

Pros: Overall opinion, Water tank

Cons: Maintenance requirements, Solution / Liquid system

#12 Roomba Combo j7+ Robot Vacuum & Mop
3.2

Weight was a minor drawback in one review because the robot was on the larger, heavier side.

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

Cons: Maintenance requirements, Dock noise

#13 Shark Stratos Upright Vacuum
3.0

Weight was the main ergonomic drawback, with reviewers calling it bulky, heavy, or cumbersome to carry.

Pros: Convertible handheld design, Overall opinion

Cons: Odor control, Weight

#14 Ryobi 18V One+ Powered Brush Hand Vacuum Kit
2.8

Weight and balance were mixed: the bare unit could feel manageable, but batteries added wrist weight and some users found it tiring.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Emptying and Mess Control, Bin and Bag

#15 Shark Stratos Cordless Vacuum IZ862H
2.6

Weight is a repeated weakness, with reviewers calling it hefty, heavier than other models, or heavier than preferred.

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

Cons: Odor control, Weight

#16 Dyson Ball Animal 3 Extra Upright Vacuum
2.4

Weight is a consistent downside: reviewers describe it as the heaviest in a comparison, not lightweight, and tiring to lift.

Pros: Overall opinion, Suction and Airflow

Cons: Weight, Area Rug Handling

#17 Dyson Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum
2.1

Weight is a repeated concern across reviews, especially for carrying, stairs, and extended use.

Pros: Suction and Airflow, Overall opinion

Cons: Ease of use, Maneuverability and Handling