BUTY BULU Cordless Stick Vacuum

The battery lasts 20-30 minutes of continuous use on a single charge, though the unit is rated for up to 40 minutes with all six 2200mAh batteries.

The 150W motor delivers 30KPa of suction. It handles light to moderate cleaning tasks well but may struggle with heavily soiled or deeply embedded dirt.

It works on hardwood, tile, and low-pile carpets. The motorized brush, dusting brush, and crevice tool attachments let you clean furniture and tight spaces.

For pet hair, look for strong suction (roughly 20,000 Pa or more on a robot vacuum, 150 AW or more on a cordless), a tangle-resistant brush roll, a dedicated pet tool, and HEPA filtration, which by definition captures 99.97% of particles at 0.3 microns. Dyson, Shark and Bissell all make well-reviewed pet models. Use the Pet Hair Specialist filter on our comparison table to see which ones are in stock and what they cost right now.

Most manufacturers suggest replacing filters every 3 to 6 months, depending on how often you vacuum and whether you have pets. HEPA filters usually last 12 to 18 months if you clean them regularly. Washable foam filters on bagless models should be rinsed every 1 to 2 weeks and dried fully before going back in. Replacements typically run $15 to $50. A clogged filter chokes airflow, so suction drops noticeably well before the filter looks dirty.