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Best rated stick vacuums

By Lily Rose

April 19, 2022 / 8:00 AM EDT / Essentials

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The best stick vacuums are lightweight and cordless, with strong suction and a bunch of cool features. But with so many stick vacuums on the market, it can be hard to find the right one for you. We've found the best rated stick vacuums from top brands including Samsung, Dyson and Shark that you can buy right now -- some of which are on sale.

Top products in this article:

Samsung's Bespoke stick vacuum: Samsung Bespoke Jet cordless stick vacuum, $1,034

$1,034 at Samsung

Samsung's top-rated stick vacuum: Samsung Jet 90 complete cordless stick vacuum, $331 (regularly $649)

$331 at Samsung

Top-rated Dyson stick vacuum: Dyson Outsize Absolute+, $949

$949 at Dyson

A big, old, clunky vacuum can take up precious closet space. Thank goodness for spring cleaning deals. Toss your bulky vacuum and invest in a slim, new stick vacuum from a top-rated home brand.

We found stick vacuums that have digital displays, so you'll always know how much battery life is left. Many of these stick vacuums have multiple brush heads; adjust from cleaning carpet to wood floors; and feature multi-step HEPA filtration for a deep clean -- perfect for people living with pet allergies.

(Not sure a stick vacuum is right for you? Chest out the best smart robot vacuums right now.)

Samsung Jet 90 complete cordless stick vacuum

This lightweight Samsung stick vacuum features a 180-degree swivel head that cleans in all directions; a high-capacity dust bin so you can suck up more and empty less; and a five-layer filtration system to trap fine dust and allergen particles. The cleaning appliance can vacuum for up to 60 minutes before requiring a charge on its freestanding dual charging station. It's on sale right now at Samsung.

"I really like this vacuum and it's a much better option to clean my house than my loud, bulky, upright vacuum. The battery power gives me the freedom to move all over the house without having to unplug and move to another outlet. Super convenient and great upgrade for our family," wrote a Samsung customer who purchased the Jet 90.

Samsung Jet 90 complete cordless stick vacuum, $331 (regularly $649)

$331 at Samsung

Samsung Jet 75 complete cordless stick vacuum

This six-pound vacuum features a five-layer filtration system, a high-capacity dust bin and a removable battery. This Samsung option includes the company's clog-reducing Jet Cyclone technology for consistent, powerful suction that stops dirt and debris from building up on the filter. It, too, is on sale right now at Samsung.

"Ten times stronger than the infamous Dyson! Great suction and the battery life seems to be long. Highly recommend," wrote a Samsung customer who purchased the Samsung Jet 75.

Samsung Jet 75 complete cordless stick vacuum, $274 (regularly $499)

$274 at Samsung

Samsung Bespoke Jet cordless stick vacuum

Samsung's Bespoke Jet cordless stick vacuum comes in a variety of colors to complement your home. It features an all-in-one clean station that can empty the dust bin at the press of a button. This powerful stick vacuum uses Samsung's 210-watt HexaJet Motor technology for Samsung's strongest suction. It features a dual brush to best clean multiple surfaces, from carpet to tile. It even features a digital display that provides info on the vacuum's power level and remaining battery time.

"After a few short weeks, I can tell my new Bespoke Jet is all that was promised," wrote a Samsung customer who purchased the vacuum. "Bespoke Jet is more powerful and effective than my old vacuums. And, it's convenient to use. Best of all is the self emptying feature. I do store the entire unit and accessory rack in a hall walk-in closet, but I would not hesitate to proudly display the Bespoke Jet anywhere in the house."

Samsung Bespoke Jet cordless stick vacuum, $1,034

$1,034 at Samsung

Dyson Cyclone V10 Animal cordless stick vacuum

The Dyson Cyclone V10 Animal cordless stick vacuum has tons of positive reviews.

"I feel at the medium (powerful) setting the V10 outperforms my V7 in MAX, which says a lot about the performance of the new motor Dyson has built into the V10," wrote a Best Buy customer who purchased the Dyson cordless vacuum. "In addition to the improved performance and battery life, the V10 has a redesigned dust bin/cyclone rotating it 90 degrees. I am also pleased that Dyson has a removable HEPA filter that can be easily cleaned as well... If you are looking for the best cordless vacuum currently on the market, the Dyson V10 is the one to beat."

Dyson Cyclone V10 Animal cordless stick vacuum, $549

$549 at Dyson

Dyson Cyclone V10 Animal cordless stick vacuum, $549

$549 at Best Buy

Shark Vertex UltraLight DuoClean PowerFins corded stick vacuum

This ultra-lightweight Shark vacuum weighs only three pounds. It features Shark's PowerFin roller plus a soft roller so you can seamlessly switch between cleaning carpets and other types of flooring. The cleaning appliance comes outfitted with powerful LED lights on the nozzle to help you locate dirt, dust and pet hair you might typically miss around your home.

This stick vacuum is corded, but customers who have purchased the Shark Vertex have appreciated that feature.

"Honestly, never having had a Shark or a stick vacuum before I didn't know what to expect but I'm thrilled. This small thing holds lots of power and is perfect for my apartment," wrote an Amazon customer who purchased the device. "It does get a bit tiring for one hand after a while, but if you do it in sections it's easier. The pet attachment works so-so, but the double rollers do as told."

Shark Vertex UltraLight DuoClean PowerFins corded stick vacuum, $229 (regularly $299)

$229 at Amazon

Shark cordless Pet Plus with anti-allergen complete seal

This stick vacuum is a great option for people with multiple pets and severe allergies. It features a self-cleaning brush roll and HEPA filtration. Shark claims the device traps 99.9% of dust and allergens. Its CleanTouch dirt ejector allows for hands-free dirt disposal.

"You will be impressed by the power, ease of use, and overall convenience of the Shark," wrote an Amazon customer who purchased the vacuum.

Shark cordless Pet Plus with anti-allergen complete seal, $349

$349 at Amazon

Dyson Outsize Absolute+

Dyson claims that this stick vacuum model has twice the suction of any other cordless vacuum. This device features Dyson's laser slim fluffy cleaner head that can detect hard-to-see dirt and dust particles on floors. The stick vacuum has a 120-minute battery life and features a digital display that shows run time countdown to the second and displays maintenance alerts.

It's equipped with a half-gallon dust bin and a hair screw tool that picks up human and pet hair, plus a point-and-shoot system for easy and hygienic dust bin emptying.

Dyson Outsize Absolute+, $949

$949 at Dyson

LG CordZero cordless stick vacuum

An Amazon customer who purchased the five-pound vacuum described it as, "extremely lightweight" and was pleased with the device's ability to pick up pet hair without tangling and trapping human hair in its brushes.

"Suction power is excellent on normal mode. It sucks up animal hair easily (I have a pitbull and long-haired cat). Surprisingly very quiet, quieter than my upright Dyson Ball Animal 2, even on turbo. Filters are all washable, handle is very ergonomic, all attachments easily click to attach or remove. Adjustable telescopic handle is great for short folks, as I'm 5'0. Does not tangle and trap long human hair in either of its beater brushes."

LG CordZero cordless stick vacuum, $501

$501 at Amazon