By Alex Harrington
Copyright newsweek
When it comes to vacuum cleaners, power isn’t everything – but it certainly helps. The latest generation of vacuum cleaners on the market boast remarkable levels of suction that make cleaning a breeze. From cordless to heavy-duty uprights, these are the most powerful on the market currently.Dyson Gen5detect AbsolutePrice: $949 | Website: dyson.co.ukIf there’s one thing Dyson is good at, it’s extracting power from cordless units. Delivering an incredible 280 Air Watts of suction through its fifth generation Hyperdymium capable of spinning at 135,000rpm, the flagship model boasts a number of other supporting technologies such as laser dust detection, whole-machine HEPA filtration, and a 70-minute runtime. Anti-tangle tech and dust particle counting makes this one of the greatest vacuums out there.Shark Stratos Anti Hair Wrap Plus Pet ProPrice: $499 | Website: sharkclean.co.ukThe most powerful Shark vacuum comes in the shape of the Stratos, utilising Clean Sense IQ to improve its cleaning capabilities by boosting power by up to 50%. It also uses a DuoClean PowerFins HairPro system to stop hair tangling on top of anti-odour tech stops it from smelling over time. With 2-hours of runtime from dual batteries, it’ll keep up with your cleaning habits.Miele Complete C3 PowerLinePrice: $1,159 | Website: miele.co.ukThe German brand is a powerhouse, with the C3 boasting a 1600W PowerLine motor to deliver serious suction for deep carpet cleaning. With an efficient filtration system, it also removes 99.9% of dust particles when used with the appropriate bags and filters. While it’s a plugged in model, it’s long cable gives you an 12-metre radius to play with. This is a serious bit of kit for households that need a bit extra.SEBO Felix PremiumPrice: $699 | Website: sebo.co.ukCombining a powerful 700W suction motor with a 175W powerhead to agitate carpets, this vacuum is a good choice for those who want their vacuums to look as good as they go. A 180-degree swivel-neck and an S-Class filtration system allows for thorough cleaning, with it removing 99.9% of 0.3-micron particles. With a 3.5-litre bag and electronic brush height guidance, it’s capable of cleaning the whole house with ease.Tineco Pure ONE S15 PetPrice: $499 | Website: us.tineco.comA 450W brushless motor creates 120 Air Watts of suction on this unit. Using iLoop Smart Sensor technology, the vacuum adjusts suction depending on dirt detection, meaning you only use the battery to the extent you need to, boosting battery life up to 40 minutes. ZeroTangle technology stops hair annoyance around the brush heads, and a five-stage HEPA filtration system blocks 99.9% of allergens while an LED display gives realtime feedback.Henry HVR200 ProfessionalPrice: $244 | Website: numatic.comOh, Henry. While its smiling face looks up at you sweetly, its 620W motor generates a beastly 2300mm of H2O of suction pressure. On top of this, a TriTex filtration system makes sure the motor is kept out of harms way to ensure a long lifespan. With 10 metres of cable, a 9-litre tank, and weighing in at 8kg, this reliable little vacuum is perfect for heavy duty tasks around the house or office.Dreame R20 Cordless Laser TechPrice: $270 | Website: global.dreametech.comThe R20 may look dainty, but it packs a punch thanks to a 150,000 RPM brushless motor creating 190 Air Watts of suction. A 138-degree laser makes dust visible on hard floors, and an intelligent detection system adjusts power to optimise suction and battery usage. It can run for 90 minutes thanks to a swappable 8×2,900mAh battery pack, meaning that unlike some other cordless models, you won’t be waiting for this to charge after only so many rooms. Weighing just 1.67kg, it’s a brilliant and versatile vacuum.Samsung Bespoke AI Jet UltraPrice: $1,099 | Website: samsung.com/usThe AI Jet Ultra is the most powerful cordless vacuum on the market with an unprecedented 400W of suction power thanks to its HexaJet Motor. Powered by AI, it features AI Cleaning Mode 2.0 that adjust power settings to the scenario, reducing power consumption by up to 21%. With 100 minutes of runtime thanks to a 3,970mAh battery and HEPA filtration, as well as a base that keeps the tank empty and battery topped up, this is a vacuum that does a bit of everything very, very well.SEBO Airbelt D4 Premium 2.0Price: $1,399 | Website: sebo.co.ukThis corded vacuum combines a titanic 1,250W suction motor with a 175W electric powerhead for unmatched cleaning performance. Using a tapered hose, it creates an optimised airflow pathway that is able to give incredible suction while keeping operation to an ultra-quiet 63dBA. With a six-litre bag, S-Class hospital-grade filter, and a 15.5m cleaning radius, it’s the most powerful canister vacuum.While the Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra leads the cordless category with an immense 400W output, the SEBO Airbelt D4 Premium dominates the corded market with a 1,250W motor backed by German engineering. Whether you’re vacuuming a home or something more commercial, each of these products above have the power to maintain pristine floors and surfaces.
