Best 2017 Vacuums for Controls and UI

#1 Bissell Featherweight Stick Vacuum
5.0
1 review

Controls are very simple; one reviewer highlighted the basic on/off switch as easy to operate.

Pros: Controls and UI, Support and Reliability

Cons: Filtration / Dust Containment, Low-profile design

#2 Bissell Zing Canister Bagless Vacuum
4.8
3 reviews

Controls were praised for large, simple buttons and foot-friendly operation, especially for users who do not want to bend down.

Pros: Kid-friendliness, Controls and UI

Cons: Onboard tool storage, Filtration / Dust Containment

#3 DeWalt DCV517B 20V Max Cordless Portable Vacuum
4.7
1 review

The large on/off toggle received positive feedback for being easy to flick while holding the top handle.

Pros: Overall durability/longevity, Storage footprint and upright-stand stability

Cons: Battery and Charging, Suitability for heavy-duty use

#4 Kenmore Elite Canister Vacuum
4.5
5 reviews

Handle and wand controls receive broad praise for convenient placement, direct suction adjustment, and easy multi-surface operation.

Pros: Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors), Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake

Cons: Comparative performance, Odor control

#5 Eureka Blaze 3-in-1 Stick Vacuum
4.5
1 review

Controls are simple and easy to understand, centered on a basic on/off switch.

Pros: Packaging quality, Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance

Cons: Carpet — High-Pile Pickup, Headlight and LED lights

#6 Miele Blizzard CX1 Bagless Canister Vacuum
4.2
5 reviews

Controls are simple and mostly liked, especially suction dials and remote controls on some variants.

Pros: Self-cleaning cycle, Hair Pickup — Hard Floors

Cons: Stair Cleaning, Clogging and debris prevention

#7 NaceCare Henry HVR160 Compact Vacuum
3.9
6 reviews

Controls were seen as simple and functional, but not fancy; reviewers noted the basic on/off switch, suction ring, and occasional stiffness or bending required.

Pros: Low-profile design, Overall durability/longevity

Cons: Bag-full indicator, Cordless convenience