Dreame R20 Cordless Vacuum

Pros

• Accessories & Tools ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 9 reviews 4.6
  Comes well-equipped with two main floorheads (soft roller + bristled/carpet), motorized mini brush for upholstery, crevice/dusting tools, and a bendy under-furniture adapter; a couple of niche accessories and/or dock storage can feel less sturdy or not accommodate every tool.
• Hard Floor — Fine Dust Pickup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.6
  With the soft roller, it captures nearly all fine dust on hard floors in testing, keeping pickup consistent and on par with Dyson-level performance.
• Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.6
  Strong at pulling debris from grooves and gaps (including tests around ~0.3-inch gaps) and the crevice tools help reach tight edges and corners where full-size heads can’t fit.
• Hair Pickup — Hard Floors ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.6
  Hard-floor hair pickup is consistently strong, often clearing pet hair in a single pass in testing and general use.
• Upholstery / Above-Floor Pickup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.6
  The motorized mini brush is repeatedly praised for upholstery, pet beds, and fabric surfaces, pulling embedded dust and hair effectively.
• Packaging quality ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.6
  Packaging is repeatedly described as well organized with fitted compartments that prevent parts from rattling or shifting in transit.
• Suction & Airflow ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 9 reviews 4.6
  Strong, Dyson-challenging suction for a stick vac (often cited around 190 Air Watts / ~27kPa) and consistently praised on hard floors; on thick carpets the same suction can increase drag and require airflow relief or extra passes.
• Aesthetic design & finish ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.5
  Generally viewed as sleek and premium-looking (graphite/grey finishes with metallic accents and a carbon-fibre-style tube), though some note fingerprints/scratches and a sharper, less-comfy finger guard area.
• Assembly and Setup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.5
  Setup is quick with parts snapping together, and wall-mounting is made easier with included templates/stencils; docking typically requires drilling and suitable wall space.
• Tool-change simplicity ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.5
  Attachments click in/out with a release button and swapping heads is straightforward; a few reviewers say the fit feels slightly less smooth/refined than Dyson’s.
• Cordless convenience ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 4.5
  Cordless design plus relatively low weight makes it easy to carry around and use on stairs/rooms, and docking keeps it ready; convenience drops if you can’t wall-mount the dock or need long sessions in max power.
• Edge & Baseboard Cleaning (Hard Floors) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.5
  Generally cleans close to walls and baseboards effectively, though some tests note occasional scattering toward skirting that’s usually picked up with a follow-up pass or targeted approach.
• Under-Furniture Pickup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 4.4
  The included flexi adapter lets the wand bend to reach under low beds, sofas, and other furniture without awkward contortions.
• Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.4
  Main rollers are commonly reported to resist tangles well (including long human hair and pet hair), though some small wheels/secondary parts can still collect hair and Dyson’s best anti-tangle heads can outperform it on carpet.
• Weight ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 4.4
  Generally considered lightweight for a cordless stick (often cited around 2.7kg / ~6lb assembled), with some sources quoting a lighter hand-unit figure; most find it easy to carry, though prolonged handheld use can still tire the arm.
• Carpet — Low-Pile Pickup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.4
  On low-pile carpet it typically cleans well in a couple of passes with max/boost, though edges may take extra work; overall performance is strong but not always dramatically better than cheaper siblings on this surface.
• Pet-Ready Features ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.4
  Excellent for pet hair on hard floors and upholstery thanks to strong suction and a motorized mini brush; mixed results on carpeted homes where fur can remain and the small bin may fill quickly.
• Price & Value ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 4.4
  Frequently rated as excellent value (especially on sale) because it bundles premium-style features and strong cleaning at well below Dyson pricing; at full MSRP, some reviewers suggest considering alternatives if you need better carpet or a larger bin.
• Ease of use ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.4
  Day-to-day use is generally easy thanks to light weight, auto mode, and a dock plus bendy under-furniture adapter, but the trigger/hand ergonomics can be divisive and the vacuum can feel draggy on thicker carpets unless you adjust airflow.
• Convertible handheld design ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.3
  Converts easily to handheld for shelves, cars, stairs, and upholstery; handheld use is generally comfortable, especially with the motorized mini brush, though long sessions can still fatigue the hand.
• Comparative performance ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.3
  Regularly framed as a Dyson alternative: competitive on hard floors and general cleaning with strong suction and features, but typically trails top Dyson heads on deep carpet cleaning and refined fit/finish.
• Controls & UI ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 10 reviews 4.3
  LCD display and simple mode switching (auto/standard plus boost/max) are well liked, and the trigger can be locked for continuous run; downsides include an overly sensitive trigger for some and controls that can be awkward to reach one-handed.
• Maintenance requirements ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 4.3
  Most components detach without tools, so clearing trapped hair and fine dust is quick and simpler than on Dyson models that require partial disassembly.
• Floorhead design ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 8 reviews 4.2
  Two main floorheads cover hard floors and carpets; the carpet head may have limited swivel and can feel draggy on deep pile, while features like a large-debris flap/airflow relief improve usability once discovered.
• Battery & Charging ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 11 reviews 4.2
  Removable battery with charging via wall dock or direct plug-in; reported charge times vary (~2–4 hours) and at least one reviewer notes you can’t charge the battery separately from the vacuum, while heavy turbo use drains quickly and can run warm in some testing.
• Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.1
  With the multi-surface head (and its front-opening flap) it handles typical large debris like beans/cereal well and doesn’t bulldoze much, but very high-volume piles can jam the roller/scraper or clog the inlet unless you slow down and clear blockages.
• Dried-On Stain Removal ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.1
  Often praised as lightweight and highly maneuverable around furniture, but some floorheads have limited swivel and thick carpet can feel physically harder to push without airflow adjustment.
• Build quality & durability ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.1
  Overall build feels solid and premium for the price (especially the carbon-fibre-like tube and main body), but some reviewers note less-smooth attachment fit than Dyson and a few flimsier accessories; one test also flagged overheating/heat management as a possible long‑term durability concern.
• Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.1
  Carpet performance is strong for the class and generally beats budget sticks, but results vary by pile: it can require extra passes on medium/high pile and Dyson’s V12-style heads still deep-clean and de-tangle better; high suction can also make it harder to push until you adjust airflow.
• Debris illumination ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 9 reviews 4.1
  Blue illumination/laser-style dust detection is helpful for spotting dirt, especially in dim light, but it’s often considered less effective than Dyson’s green laser and some reviewers dislike that only one main head has a light/detection feature.
• Bin & Bag ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.1
  Bagless 0.6L bin is compact and easy to open, but can fill quickly in pet homes; hair clumps may stick inside and sometimes require manual removal.
• Runtime (Measured, Default) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 4.1
  Real-world standard/auto runtime varies widely by surface and how often auto-boost triggers: reviewers measured roughly 40–60 minutes in mixed cleaning, ~57 minutes in a controlled low setting, and as high as ~84 minutes on hard floors; the 90-minute claim seems most achievable on low power with minimal boosting.
• Noise level ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.0
  Noise is generally average to slightly loud: some tests measured ~69–72dB in use, while others noticed a high-pitched whine or reported ~91dB at max power; quieter in auto/standard than in boost.
• Runtime (Measured, Boost/Turbo) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.0
  Max/boost runtime is strong for the category but inconsistent across tests, landing anywhere from about 7–10 minutes to ~13–15 minutes depending on head and measurement method; it’s best used in short bursts for carpets, cars, or stuck-on debris.
• Filtration / Dust Containment ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 8 reviews 4.0
  Five-stage filtration is widely described as effective at trapping fine dust with washable filters, but HEPA labeling/certification appears inconsistent across reviews (some say no HEPA, others say HEPA type unclear), so allergy sufferers may prefer a confirmed HEPA-rated model.
• Area Rug Handling ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 3.8
  Area rugs and thicker carpets can feel resistant to push because of suction and head design; airflow relief/hidden intake adjustments can reduce drag without heavily impacting pickup once found.
• Onboard tool storage ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 3.7
  The wall dock typically includes accessory slots for convenient storage, but some setups can’t store every included tool (notably a second main floorhead), requiring separate closet storage.
• Emptying & Mess Control ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 3.7
  Bottom-flap emptying is quick, but experiences vary: some report minimal blowback while others say the flap opens forcefully and can puff/shoot dust, and pet hair can stick and need manual help.
• Airflow blowback ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 3.6
  Exhaust routing is generally described as unobtrusive (often side-vented away from the face), but backflow/spillage can happen in extreme high-debris or clog scenarios where material may pour back out until cleared.
• Hair Pickup — Carpets ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 3.6
  Carpet hair pickup varies: acceptable on some rugs with turbo, but several tests show noticeable hair left behind on thicker carpets or entrance mats compared with best-in-class anti-tangle heads.