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A cordless stick vacuum is the quick-cleanup tool for most homes, and in a small home it can be the only vacuum. The six below range from a 2.43-pound slim model for hard floors to a 90-minute model with a pet brush head. Every number comes from the makers’ specification tables.
Every specification on this page comes from the manufacturer’s own product page, checked on 26 October 2026. We have not used these products ourselves, so the picks are based on published specifications only.
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How we chose these
- Full specification table published: suction, maximum runtime, charging time and dust bin size.
- Removable or rechargeable battery details given by the maker.
- Fine-particle filtration figure stated by the maker.
Two cautions. First, makers rate suction differently: some in air watts (AW), some in pascals (Pa), so a figure in one unit cannot be compared with the other. Second, “maximum runtime” is measured in the lowest power mode, and Dreame states it uses a small tool such as the crevice nozzle; expect much less on carpet or in boost mode.
Comparison table
| Vacuum | Suction (maker’s rating) | Max runtime | Charge time | Dust bin | Weight (maker) | Filtration (maker) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dreame Air | 80AW (22kPa) | 40 min | 4 h | 0.16 L | 1.1 kg / 2.43 lb handheld | 99.99% at 0.3µm, 3-layer |
| Dreame R10S | 75AW (25,000Pa) | 45 min | 4.5 h | 0.5 L | 1.4 kg vacuum body | 99.9% at 0.3µm |
| Levoit VortexIQ | 80AW | Up to 50 min | 3 h | 0.85 L | 3.2 lb handheld | 99.99%, 5-stage HEPA |
| Dreame R20 TangleX | 26,000Pa | 60 min | 4 h | 1 L | 1.16 kg / 2.56 lb vacuum body | 99.9% at 0.3µm |
| Levoit VortexIQ Pro | 110AW | Up to 60 min | 3 to 4 h | 0.85 L | 3.5 lb handheld | 99.99%, 5-stage HEPA |
| Dreame Z20 | 250AW | 90 min | 4 h | 0.16 gal | 3.88 lb vacuum body | 99.99% at 0.3µm, HEPA |
Weights are as each maker lists them (handheld unit or vacuum body); they do not include the floor head and wand unless stated.
1. Dreame Air Cordless Stick Vacuum: for the lightest, slimmest option
Dreame calls the Air its slimmest and lightest stick vacuum, based on a 1.1 kg (2.43 lb) handheld unit. The main unit is 1.89 inches wide, it lies flat to 3.74 inches to reach under furniture, and its dual-roller floor brush rotates 360° to steer around chair legs. LED lights on the front and rear of the head light up dust in 300°.
- Rated power 320W; battery 6 x 2,000mAh; push-to-empty dust cup (Dreame).
- Warranty: 1 year.
Pros: very light and slim; reaches under low furniture; agile floor brush.
Cons: smallest dust cup here at 0.16 L; shortest maximum runtime; 1-year warranty.
2. Dreame R10S Cordless Stick Vacuum: for a bendable wand and a mid-size bin
The R10S has a wand that bends almost 180° for cleaning under low furniture without kneeling, an LED display and one-touch dust emptying. Dreame rates its suction at 75AW, with a 25,000Pa vacuum degree, and a maximum of 45 minutes in eco mode with the combination tool.
- Rated power 250W; battery 6 x 2,200mAh; dust cup 0.5 L (Dreame).
- White LED lights to show dust on the floor.
Pros: bendable wand; LED display; larger bin than the Air.
Cons: heaviest Dreame body here at 1.4 kg; longest charge time at 4.5 hours.
3. Levoit VortexIQ Cordless Stick Vacuum: for a large bin and tangle-resistant brush
Levoit’s VortexIQ pairs an 80AW rating with a 0.85 L dust bin, one of the largest here, and a roller brush with four silicone blades that Levoit says guides hair into the bin instead of wrapping around the brush. It stands on its own on hard floors, and the battery can be charged in the vacuum or removed and charged separately.
- Runtime up to 50 minutes; charging about 3 hours; handheld weight 3.2 lb (Levoit).
- Green LED dust detection with 150° coverage.
Pros: big bin; removable battery; self-standing; fastest charge here.
Cons: suction rating lower than the Pro version.
4. Dreame R20 TangleX Cordless Stick Vacuum: for the biggest bin
The R20 has the largest dust cup here at 1 liter, a 10-position extendable rod and a blue light that Dreame says reveals dust in a 140° spread. Dreame rates it at up to 60 minutes in eco mode with the crevice nozzle.
- Rated power 350W; battery 8 x 2,200mAh; vacuum body 1.16 kg (Dreame).
- Smart dirt detection; warranty 1 year.
Pros: 1-liter bin; light body for its runtime; adjustable rod length.
Cons: suction given only in pascals, so it cannot be compared directly with AW ratings; 1-year warranty.
5. Levoit VortexIQ Pro Cordless Stick Vacuum: for carpets and pet hair
The Pro keeps the VortexIQ’s 0.85 L bin, silicone-blade brush and removable battery, and raises the suction rating to 110AW. Levoit says it is meant for deeper carpet cleaning and adds an LED display for battery life and power settings.
- Runtime up to 60 minutes; charging 3 to 4 hours; handheld weight 3.5 lb (Levoit).
Pros: highest AW rating among the Levoit models; LED display; large bin.
Cons: heavier than the standard VortexIQ.
6. Dreame Z20 Cordless Stick Vacuum: for the longest runtime and pet hair
The Z20 has the highest suction rating and the longest runtime here: 250AW and up to 90 minutes, which Dreame says covers 300 m². It comes with a pet brush head, HEPA filtration that Dreame rates at 99.99% at 0.3 µm, and blue light dust detection. Its motor runs at 140,000 RPM.
- Battery 8 x 2,850mAh; charging 4 hours (Dreame).
- Modes: eco, auto and turbo. Dreame suggests cleaning the cyclone and pre-filter every 3 to 4 months.
- Warranty: 2 years.
Pros: longest runtime and highest AW figure here; pet brush included; 2-year warranty.
Cons: heaviest Dreame here at 3.88 lb for the body.
Which one fits you
| Your home | Look at | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Small apartment, hard floors | Dreame Air | Lightest and slimmest; reaches under furniture |
| Lots of low furniture | Dreame R10S | Wand bends almost 180° |
| Pet hair, long-haired family | Levoit VortexIQ or Pro, Dreame Z20 | Anti-tangle brush or pet brush head |
| You hate emptying the bin | Dreame R20, Levoit VortexIQ | 1 L and 0.85 L bins |
| Larger home, one charge | Dreame Z20 | Up to 90 minutes in eco mode |
Practical tips
- Plan on the runtime of the mode you use most, not the maximum figure.
- Clean or wash filters on the maker’s schedule; Levoit says to wash its HEPA filter periodically and replace it at least once a year.
- If suction drops, see our troubleshooting guide.
Sources
Specifications from each manufacturer’s product page, checked 26 October 2026: Dreame Air Cordless Stick Vacuum, Dreame R10S Cordless Stick Vacuum, Levoit VortexIQ Cordless Stick Vacuum, Dreame R20 TangleX Cordless Stick Vacuum, Levoit VortexIQ Pro Cordless Stick Vacuum, Dreame Z20 Cordless Stick Vacuum. Makers can change specifications; check the product page before you buy.
About Owen Palmer
Owen Palmer is part of our editorial team and reviews and edits our non-vacuum cleaning gear guides, checking product details against manufacturer specifications and owner feedback.
