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To say the sleek and capableDysonsparked a new love of vacuuming the kitchen would be a total lie.
But, it did give me pause to wonder why I hadnt switched over much sooner.
Cordless is pretty simple to understand; you dont need to plug it into an outlet.
But within that category youve got upright, stick, handheld, canister and wet and dry.
And what I sacrificed in capacity, I more than made up for in ease-of-use and portability.
Stick vacuums tend to be designed for smaller homes or apartments.
Theyve got a smaller bin, which means more trips to the trash for emptying.
If youre after a powerful cordless stick vacuum at an affordable price, this V11 does the job.
With its lightweight design, its easy to maneuver around the home.
The LCD screen displays three cleaning modes, maintenance alerts, and remaining run time up to 60 minutes.
And if you have pets, the anti-tangle brush will tackle stubborn hair.
No swapping sockets
The obvious advantage of a battery-powered cordless vacuum is…no wires!
The Dyson V11 boasts a 60-minute battery life which is about standard for an affordable cordless vacuum.
Its like racking a pump-action shotgun after firing, and it’s incredibly satisfying.
Good Dyson alternative
This Shark model is a powerful cordless vacuum with HEPA filter.
Its DuoClean Powerfins and self-cleaning brush roll can quickly deep clean carpets and hardwood floors with ease.
And if you dont want to get your hands dirty, it comes with a self-emptying and charging base.
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