But that’s the case for every Dyson handstick (and most cordless vacs in general) – you need to hold down the power button located under the handle of the handheld unit within perfect reach of your forefinger for the entire duration of the cleaning session. With 280AW of suction power and a motor that spins up to 135,000rpm which is 9x faster than a Formula One engine. Despite the Motorhead being more suited to carpets, I found myself doing several passes to achieve a thorough clean and found myself resorting to ‘max’ mode, where it jumps to a much healthier 100 Airwatts of power, although remember that the battery doesn’t last long in this mode.

None of these three cordless vacuum cleaners can compete with larger, corded alternatives, though and you’ll have to emptyWash it with cold water until it runs clear, it is recommended to not use detergents to clean it as this could ultimately damage the filter. The Dyson V7 and the Shark Rocket Pet Pro are similarly performing vacuums, but the Shark is better for cleaning bare floors. The Shark APEX Upright is better to use on bare floors, and the Dyson V7 is better to use on carpet.

Its performance remains consistent even when the dirt compartment is half full, which is good if you have several large messes to deal with. The 21 “Airwatts” of power suffices for light cleaning and the 30 minutes of battery life is just about enough time for a thorough sweep of a small two-bedroom flat with hard flooring. Once a button is pressed, the wand can be positioned parallel to the floor, allowing you to vacuum hard-to-access areas such as under your bed or sofa with ease. It might be the most affordable Dyson handstick, but it still carries a bit of the 'Dyson premium' compared to other options on the market.It incurs minimal recurring costs thanks to its bagless design and washable filters, though its plastic construction feels somewhat fragile.