Portable Vacuums

The best portable vacuums

Portable vacuums can boldly go where no vacuum has gone before. Their diminutive size and light weight make them perfect for those hard-to -reach areas, such as around furniture, along baseboards and even into closets and cupboards.

Often referred to as “dust busters,” portable vacuums are generally hand held cordless vacuums designed for quick cleanups or spot cleaning. They do not typically have the power, nor are they particularly convenient, for whole-home cleaning. Still, a portable vacuum can be a great complement to your regular upright or canister vacuum.

Keep in Control with Cordless Handheld Vacuum Cleaners

Where the cordless handheld vacuum really shines is in its versatility on various surfaces. Because of their size, handheld vacs fit into small areas and work around awkward or hard-to-move furniture. When looking for the right portable cordless, consider the voltage, weight and attachments.

Cordless handheld vacuums move with ease and are generally powerful enough to get the job done. If you are looking for something that will suck pet hair out of the furniture, make sure you consider a portable vac that has the amps or volts you need, even if you have to pay a little more. For a simple quick clean on hard surfaces, a less expensive unit will do the trick.

Small handheld vacuums appeal to the energy-conscious. Black and Decker’s Hand Vac 18.0V cordless vacuum has earned the Energy Star rating and has a three-stage filtration system for superior cleaning. It’s easy to charge on a wall-mountable charging base and has two speeds to allow for increased suction. The 10-position pivoting nozzle means there is no excuse for dust bunnies to be left under the television stand.

Find the Best Portable Vacuum for You

Which handheld vacuum is worthy of your hard-earned dollars? Portable dust busters range in price from around $25 to upwards of $200, depending on the features and functions. The best portable vacuums aren’t necessarily the most expensive, either; many mid-range options offer good value.

A great middle-of-the-line machine is the Metro Vacuum VM4B500 Vac 'N' Go 500-Watt Hi-Performance Hand Vac. This stainless-steel hand vacuum weighs less than 3 pounds, is easy to use and is even easier to carry. It’s ideal for quick cleanups and plugs into a standard 110V AC outlet. At around $70, this machine is perfect for home, office and vehicle cleanups.

For a quick kitchen cleanup that doesn’t require strong suction power, consider the Dirt Devil 08220 Scorpion Quick Flip Vacuum. Its convenient design is lightweight and designed to pick up small particles. This bagless vacuum has a dirt cup that can be easily removed for emptying, a 7-amp motor and an entry-level price of around $35.