Our Experts Written by Katie Collins, Chris Wedel Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement Why You Can Trust CNET 16171819202122232425+ Years of Experience 14151617181920212223 Hands-on Product Reviewers 6,0007,0008,0009,00010,00011,00012,00013,00014,00015,000 Sq. Feet of Lab Space How we test CNETs expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. What to consider Type of flooring Buy the right vacuum to clean the type (or types) of flooring in your home. Battery life and runtime If you have a lot of home to vacuum, you'll want a model with good runtime. Weight, size and bin capacity Smaller vacuums are easier to maneuver but they often give up power and bin capacity. Warranty Don't spring for an expensive vacuum without a warranty to back it up. Table of Contents Our Picks $750 at LG Best overall cordless vacuum LG CordZero A949 View details $750 at LG View details See at SharkClean.com Cordless solution for powerful home deep cleaning Sponsored - Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty System View details See at SharkClean.com View details $611 at Amazon Best suction performance Dyson V15 Detect View details $611 at Amazon View details $649 at Amazon Best for thick carpets Samsung Jet 90 View details $649 at Amazon View details $200 at Amazon Best budget cordless vacuum Levoit LVAC-200 View details $200 at Amazon View details $500 at Best Buy Best for pet hair Tineco Pure One S15 Pet View details $500 at Best Buy View details $45 at Amazon Best handheld car vacuum Dirt Devil Grab & Go Plus View details $45 at Amazon View details Table of Contents Fact: Every home needs a vacuum. You don't need to break your budget for a decent one. That's why CNET compiled a complete list of cordless vacuums for every need, from top-of-the-line units with loads of features to high-performing budget options. CNETs labs team has been testing vacuums for decades, simulating real-life conditions and looking beyond the brand claims and tech specs. We score each cordless vacuum on suction performance, ease of use, battery life, comfort/handling, standout features an