Best 2017 Vacuums for Noise level

#1 Miele Blizzard CX1 Bagless Canister Vacuum
4.8
6 reviews

Noise is a consistent strength, with reviewers repeatedly describing the vacuum as quiet for its power.

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

Cons: Stair Cleaning, Clogging and debris prevention

#2 Bissell Featherweight Stick Vacuum
4.3
3 reviews

Noise feedback is favorable overall: reviewers called it not too loud, and it even won one noise comparison against a premium vacuum.

Pros: Controls and UI, Support and Reliability

Cons: Filtration / Dust Containment, Low-profile design

#3 NaceCare Henry HVR160 Compact Vacuum
4.0
7 reviews

Noise impressions were mixed: one technician called Henry quiet and another called both sizes quiet, while home reviewers described it as standard, acceptable, or noisy compared with some household vacuums.

Pros: Low-profile design, Overall durability/longevity

Cons: Bag-full indicator, Cordless convenience

#4 Eureka Blaze 3-in-1 Stick Vacuum
3.8
2 reviews

Noise feedback was generally acceptable, though lab-style comparison suggested its lower decibel score may not feel meaningfully quieter.

Pros: Packaging quality, Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance

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

#5 Kenmore Elite Canister Vacuum
3.3
3 reviews

Noise feedback is mixed, with one demo calling the powerhead quiet while later written reviews describe the machine as moderately loud or more intrusive than premium models.

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

Cons: Comparative performance, Odor control

#6 DeWalt DCV517B 20V Max Cordless Portable Vacuum
3.2
3 reviews

Noise feedback was mixed: one reviewer called it loud, another considered it tolerable for quick tasks, and one described it as moderately quiet in offices or homes.

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

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

#7 Black+Decker 20V Pivot Vac Cordless Handheld Vacuum
3.2
5 reviews

Noise was mixed to negative overall: several reviewers called it louder or slightly high, while one measured/reported a more comfortable volume.

Pros: Assembly and Setup, Kid-friendliness

Cons: Airflow blowback, Filtration / Dust Containment

#8 Bissell Zing Canister Bagless Vacuum
2.9
4 reviews

Noise impressions varied from regular-vacuum or quieter-than-average to plainly loud, so the sound level depends on the reviewer and comparison point.

Pros: Kid-friendliness, Controls and UI

Cons: Onboard tool storage, Filtration / Dust Containment