As a home editor, I get to test some of the best vacuums on the market. Needless to say, I have a lot of opinions on what's worth your hard-earned money. Whether you're in need of a lightweight cordless stick for quick clean-ups or looking to automate your cleaning routine with one of the best robot vacuums, Amazon Prime Day is a particularly great opportunity to get a deal on some of our favorite models. Right now, on the very last day of the four-day sale, some of our top picks have hit their lowest prices ever, many of which are bound to sell out before the sale's end.
This year, I'm seeing Prime Day vacuum deals up to 50% off on everything from some long-standing favorites to recently launched models going on sale for the first time. If you're looking for an upgrade, I love the Dyson V15 Detect Plus, which takes the sting off the base price with a $180 discount. The cleanerhead's built-in green laser reveals hidden debris in a way that's equal parts unsettling and super satisfying. I've also been testing the new Bissell FurFinder, and I'm quite impressed with this very capable cordless vacuum from a trusted vacuum brand that's on sale for just $130.
Below is a running list of the best vacuum deals available, including several vacuums the Business Insider Reviews team continues to use in our own homes.
Check out our main Prime Day deals hub for sales in other categories, such as mattresses, kitchen appliances, and tech. We're constantly updating it as new deals break and products sell out.
The best Amazon Prime Day cordless vacuum deals
The best cordless vacuums balance strong suction, long battery runtime, and convenience. Dyson is the top name in cordless stick vacuums, and several of its models are on sale, starting with the Dyson V8 Plus for just $299.99. Shark's flagship PowerDetect Clean & Empty is a true cleaning powerhouse and a very functional auto-empty system (similar to what you see on robot vacuums) to limit how often you have to come into contact with dust for 33% off.
If you're looking for something a little bit easier on the wallet, Bissell and Levoit are reliable brands, both of which have options worth your consideration for under $150
The brand's latest model, the Shark Cordless PowerDetect Clean & Empty System, includes a versatile vacuum with strong suction and a convenient self-emptying dock.
- Convenient self-emptying base
- Works well on carpets and hard floors
- Automatically adjusts suction
- Flex wand reaches under furniture
- No tangle brushroll
- Top-heavy design
- Attachments feel flimsy
- Wand with floorhead must be clipped in to activate auto-empty
Levoit's cordless stick vacuum offers great performance for the price. It can clean for up to 50 minutes, has two power settings, and has a special ability to store upright.
- Lightweight and easy to handle with powerful performance on hard floors and low/medium-pile rugs
- Budget-friendly price point
- Stands on its own without a dock
- Comes with multiple attachments
- Tangle-free brush head design perfect for pet fur and hair
- Short battery life on Turbo mode
- Not HEPA-rated
- The LED light could illuminate a farther reach
The Dyson V15 Detect will change the way you clean your floors, with its groundbreaking laser technology that reveals the dust your eyes or even LED lights can’t see. Excellent suction power, performance, and battery life make this one of Dyson’s top offerings. This is among the lowest prices we've seen on this edition.
The brand new Bissell PowerClean FurFinder is a great value-driven cordless vacuum with three suction settings, bright LED lights, a tangle-free brush-roll, and up to 40 minutes of battery life. Bonus, it can stand upright when not in use, and the wall-dock has space to store the two attachments.
For a Dyson at the lowest price possible, you can't go wrong with the basic but mighty Dyson V8 Plus Cordless Vacuum. It offers two cleaning modes, three attachments, and a cleaning time of up to 40 minutes.
The Dyson V11 Origin is a step up from the V8, with up to 60 minutes of run time, three powerful settings with a sleek LCD screen, and it features a HEPA filter to help keep allergens out of the air.
Miele's cleaning prowess extends to its line of cordless stick vacuums with DuoFlex HX1. The vacuum automatically adjusts suction based on floor type, has a bagless dustbin design, and can clean for up to 55 minutes.
For under $100, the Tikom V500 impressed with the highest rated suction power I've found, battery life that matches advertising claims, and convenient LED lights to help spot debris.
Another great vacuum by Shark, this cordless model has 40 minutes of runtime per charge and comes with three attachments for getting into hard-to-reach spaces.
This higher-end option from Tineco has a self-emptying base that helps streamline maintenance. The vacuum itself is lightweight and easy to use, and its battery lasts for around 30 minutes on the auto setting.
The best Amazon Prime Day robot vacuum deals
You can automate floor cleaning with the best robot vacuums. Whether you're after a basic, bump-and-grind model that just suctions up any daily crumbs or debris that accumulate without much fuss, the Eufy 11S Max is a beloved model for it's effective results, despite lacking bells-and-whistles like smart home mapping, advanced obstacle detections, or auto-empty bins. It's on sale for half off, costing under $140. Meanwhile, Shark's PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro Robot Vacuum is 42% off, and it's a great combination of premium features at a mid-range price, even more-so when on sale.
This Roomba model vacuums and mops, and you can control it with a handy app.
Thanks to its powerful suction, the Roborock Q5 Max+ Robot Vacuum did a great job picking up debris on carpeting and hard surfaces in our tests. We were also impressed with its ability to create 3D maps of the test area.
The Shark Ion is the best robot vacuum under $300 we've tested. While it doesn't feature mapping and no-go zones, its cleaning performance rivals high-end models, and the battery life is impressive.
The Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro packs a cleaning punch, vacuuming and mopping with a ferocity few robots can muster. And it does so at a reasonable price.
The Roborock Q Revo mops and vacuums at the same time in a gridded pattern so nary a spot is missed and has a hands-off self-cleaning system that auto empties plus washes and dries mop pads.
If you are looking for a budget-friendly workhorse and don't need high-end features, the Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac 11S Max is your best bet.
This eufy model is a powerhouse of a robot vacuum, with vacuuming and mopping capabilities.
The Deebot X9 Pro Omni represents Ecovac's latest technology, including 16,600Pa Suction, a roller-style mopping brush roll, and premium features like hot water mop washing and hot air drying, self-emptying, and more.
The X40 Ultra is one of the most expensive robot vacuums we’ve tested. Its impressive high-end features include obstacle detection and avoidance, excellent mopping, video surveillance, and long battery life.
The Eufy L60 is an affordable, feature-packed robot vacuum that’s great for people who need reliable cleaning of everything from pet hair to dust to small gravel.
This pint-size robot vacuum, just 9.8 inches in diameter, is ideal for smaller floor plans and tight spaces. The equally compact docking station can still hold up to 4 liters of debris, approximately 70 days' worth.
The best Amazon Prime Day upright vacuum deals
Upright vacuums are your classic, workhorse vacuums. They plug into the wall, feature powerful suction, and are generally more affordable than cordless and robot vacuums. The Bissell CleanView Rewind Upright Vacuum, a version of our favorite Bissell, is 15% off.
The Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe features a detachable pod for cleaning surfaces other than your floor; it also includes a HEPA filter for allergens and swivel steering for easy maneuverability.
- Detachable dust bin
- Useful wand attachments
- Inexpensive
- Swivel head is not as effective at picking up debris as other upright vacuums
Quiet, powerful, and designed to last for years, the Miele Blizzard CX1 Cat & Dog Canister Vacuum is a top-of-the-line option for homes with pets. It has a maintenance-free lifetime filter and a bagless dustbin design.
While we haven't tested the CleanView Rewind, a similar Bissell model is our favorite budget upright vacuum. We like how powerful and easy-to-use Bissell vacuums are. This one features automatic cord rewind, so the cord stays out of your way and stores quickly.
Designed to suit the needs of pet owners, this vacuum is equipped to eradicate pet hair from every nook and cranny in your home.
The best Amazon Prime Day handheld vacuum deals
The best handheld vacuums are lightweight and convenient to use for small messes and hard-to-reach places. Black+Decker is the top name in the handheld space, and many of their units are on sale, like $40 off the Black+Decker 20V Max Flex.
Carpet and upholstery cleaners can often be large, bulky contraptions that clutter busy closet floor space. So, the portable Bissell Little Green cleaner is a great option for small spaces like apartments, tiny houses, and condos because it's small enough to fit in cupboards, on shelves, or potentially even under your sink.
- Compact design allows access to hard-to-reach areas
- Budget-friendly option with powerful suction
- Self-cleaning hose makes maintenance easier
- Less suction power than other Bissell options
- No stain trapper tool included
The powerful Black+Decker 20V Max Flex Handheld Vacuum (model BDH2020FL) has a narrow, flexible, 4-foot hose that can clean in hard-to-reach areas of your home or car.
Hoover's handheld vacuum cleaner is battery-powered, so you can bring it anywhere and don't need to worry about getting tangled up with a cord.
The Dirt Devil Portable Spot Cleaner Machine is a budget-friendly and lightweight option for cleaning up occasional messes, light stains, and car upholstery.
The best Amazon Prime Day wet-dry vac deals
If you want to vacuum and mop simultaneously, you need one of the best wet-dry vacs. If you love the idea of a hands-free clean up, the Narwal S20 Pro is 32% off; it's loaded with features like heated dry and dirt detection.
The Narwal S20 Pro has five cleaning modes, can detect dirt on hard floors, and has a phenomenal self-cleaning and self-drying system.
- Dirt detect capabilities
- 5 cleaning modes
- Phenomenal edge cleaning and can lay flat
- Separates debris from dirty water tank
- Self-cleaning and self-drying
- Experiencing stock issues
- Short warranty
- Small dirty water tank
The multi-tasking Bissell Crosswave Omniforce can vacuum and mop simultaneously or vacuum only for dry messes, a distinct feature from other Crosswave models. It has increased suction power with up to 30 minutes of cordless cleaning and separate clean and dirty water tanks.
The Shark HydroVac Messmaster Cordless wet-dry vacuum can clean hard floors and rugs and is so lightweight that maneuvering it around your home is easy.
This wet/dry combination vacuum can help you eliminate even the toughest messes on your floor.
Vacuum FAQs
What are the best vacuums?
The best vacuum will depend on your needs. Here are some of the most popular vacuum types and their best uses:
Upright vacuums: This is what people typically think of when they think of a vacuum. The motor, head, and dustbin are one unit. It plugs into the wall; you tilt the body back and run the head across the floor. It's great for whole-house cleaning.
Cordless stick vacuums: These have grown in popularity in recent years because of their convenience. They run on a battery, tend to have good suction, and can get into hard-to-reach places. However, they have small dustbins and can be pricey.
Canister vacuum: This vacuum has a long hose that connects the motor and dustbin to the head and handle. While they are quite powerful, they can be cumbersome and are usually expensive.
Robot vacuum: You schedule the little robot, and it cleans your floor automatically. They're great for light daily cleaning but lack the suction for deep cleaning. Plus, they're expensive.
Handheld vacuum: Handheld vacuums are ideal for quickly cleaning up small messes in tight spaces. They're affordable but not ideal for whole-house cleaning.
Wet-dry vacuum: Vacuum and wash your hard floors simultaneously with a wet-dry vacuum.
Is Prime Day a good time to buy vacuums?
Yes. Vacuums often have the lowest prices on Prime Day, sometimes beating the deals on Black Friday or Cyber Monday. We're spotting deals of up to 50% (and a few even deeper discounts).
Shopping for more discounts today? Check out our roundup of all of the best Prime Day deals or browse Amazon's website for the full selection.
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