Best 2020 Vacuums for Suction and Airflow

#1 Hoover ONEPWR Evolve Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum
4.7
6 reviews

Reviewers repeatedly praised suction and airflow for floor pickup, with especially strong comments on dirt, fine particles and general cordless-vacuum cleaning power.

Pros: Storage footprint and upright-stand stability, Assembly and Setup

Cons: Convertible handheld design, Upholstery / Above-Floor Pickup

#2 Kenmore 400 Series Bagged Canister Vacuum Cleaner
4.6
6 reviews

Reviewers consistently describe the vacuum as powerful, with nice suction power, strong brush-roll performance, and successful pickup in direct debris testing.

Pros: Suitability for small spaces, Carpet — Low-Pile Pickup

Cons: Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors)

#3 Shark Vertex Upright Vacuum with DuoClean PowerFins
4.6
6 reviews

Reviewers largely praised the Vertex for powerful suction and airflow, though one technician argued the nozzle design limits how well those numbers translate into cleaning.

Pros: Carpet — Low-Pile Pickup, Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors)

Cons: Overall durability/longevity, Hair-removal channel issues

#4 Black+Decker Spillbuster Hand Vacuum
4.5
3 reviews

Reviewers praised suction/power for pulling up messes, with three transcripts describing good power, impressive suction, or active suctioning.

Pros: Pet-Ready Features, Assembly and Setup

Cons: Accessories and Tools, Comparative performance

#5 Bissell AeroSlim Cordless Handheld Vacuum
4.4
8 reviews

Reviewers generally found suction strong for a compact hand vacuum, especially on crumbs, chips, sand, and small car debris, though one review framed it as good enough rather than powerhouse-level.

Pros: Kid-friendliness, Surface safety with attachments

Cons: Bin and Bag, Suitability for heavy-duty use

#6 Shark NV151 Navigator Swivel Pro Complete Upright Vacuum
4.4
4 reviews

Reviewers consistently describe strong suction, with direct testing and owners reporting powerful pickup on floors, carpets, dust, and pet debris.

Pros: Assembly and Setup, Battery and Charging

Cons: Headlight and LED lights, Debris illumination

#7 Shark UltraCyclone Pro Cordless Handheld Vacuum
4.3
8 reviews

Reviewers mostly praised strong suction and steady pickup, though a few tests described raw suction as average or low-end for larger jobs.

Pros: Clogging and debris prevention, Cyclone performance

Cons: Onboard tool storage, Floorhead Seal on Hard Floors

#8 Miele Triflex HX1 Stick Vacuum
4.3
7 reviews

Reviewers mostly praise the Triflex HX1 for strong suction and airflow, especially on carpets and fine debris, though one tester measured weaker suction than expected.

Pros: Stair Cleaning, Innovation compared to competitors

Cons: Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance, Bin and Bag

#9 Shark Vertex Cordless Stick Vacuum
4.2
7 reviews

Suction and airflow were generally strong, although some objective tests found lower airflow than certain rivals.

Pros: Assembly and Setup, Hair Pickup — Hard Floors

Cons: Weight, Aesthetic design and finish

#10 WORX WX030L 20V Power Share Cordless Cube Vac Compact Vacuum
4.2
9 reviews

Most reviewers found the cube vac strong enough for crumbs, grit, car debris, and routine messes, but two car-focused reviews said suction was limited on sand or heavier work.

Pros: Ease of use, Cordless convenience

Cons: Cyclone performance, Filtration / Dust Containment

#11 Tineco Pure One S11 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner
4.1
9 reviews

Reviewers consistently found suction strong for a cordless vacuum, with measured above-average airflow, strong carpet pull, and enough power for daily debris, though owners reported suction loss when filters clogged...

Pros: Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup, Noise level

Cons: Ongoing ownership costs (bags, filters

#12 Kenmore 600 Series Canister Vacuum
4.1
5 reviews

Reviewers generally found suction and airflow strong, though one reviewer noted the measured suction was not exceptional despite solid pickup outcomes.

Pros: Versatility, Onboard tool storage

Cons: Scratch resistance, Surface safety with attachments

#13 Bissell Featherweight Cordless Stick Vacuum
4.0
5 reviews

Review evidence is mixed: several hands-on tests praise suction and pickup, but one lab comparison says Kenmore was more powerful and another notes below-average max CFM.

Pros: Suitability for small spaces, Cordless convenience

Cons: Suitability for heavy-duty use, Headlight and LED lights

#14 Eureka Bagless Canister Vacuum Cleaner
3.9
5 reviews

Suction is the most divided trait: several reviewers called it strong or powerful, while one controlled review found the suction weak and another rated Eureka below Bissell on suction.

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

Cons: Clogging and debris prevention, Suitability for heavy-duty use

#15 Shark Rocket Pet Plus Cordless, IZ163H
3.9
4 reviews

Suction is generally strong for a cordless stick vacuum in tests, but owner reports are mixed, with some calling it merely OK and noting weak attachment suction.

Pros: Filtration / Dust Containment, Assembly and Setup

Cons: Support and Reliability, Odor control

#16 Shark Cordless Vacuum IZ362H
3.3
2 reviews

Reviewers split on power: one owner praised the turbo boost as extra pickup power, while comparative testing criticized the Shark models for weak damage output and longer clear time.

Pros: Overall durability/longevity, Build quality and durability

Cons: Packaging quality, Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake

#17 Bissell MultiClean Vacuum
3.2
5 reviews

Reviews split on suction: some users praised strong real-world pickup, while lab reviews found below-average sealed suction, hose airflow, and crevice results.

Pros: Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup, Filtration / Dust Containment

Cons: Hair-removal channel issues, Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors)

#18 Lefant Robot Vacuum Cleaner, M210
3.0
6 reviews

Suction is usable for surface dust, crumbs, and hard-floor maintenance, but multiple reviewers say the brushless design limits deeper carpet cleaning.

Pros: Aesthetic design and finish, Assembly and Setup

Cons: Carpet — High-Pile Pickup, Suitability for heavy-duty use