10 Best Upright Vacuums in 2023 [Top Picks]


When it comes to vacuums, people have a lot of choices. But which one is the best for you? These days, there are many upright vacuums on the market that offer great features and performance.

Best Overall
1
4.9
Shark Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner, Anti Hair Wrap, 60 Minute Run Time Battery, Flexible DuoClean Vacuum Cleaner with Motorised Pet Tool, Multi-Surface & 20cm Crevice Tools, Black/Red, IZ300UKT

Shark Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner, Anti Hair Wrap, 60 Minute Run Time Battery, Flexible DuoClean Vacuum Cleaner with Motorised Pet Tool, Multi-Surface & 20cm Crevice Tools, Black/Red, IZ300UKT

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  • FLEXIBLE & LIGHTWEIGHT: Shark cordless stick vacuum cleaner with 50% more suction (vs Shark IZ201UK); transforms into a lightweight handvac including Motorised Pet Tool, Crevice & Multi-Surface Tools
  • ANTI HAIR WRAP TECHNOLOGY: Removes hair from the brush-roll as you clean. Perfect for long, short & pet hair. DuoClean & PowerFins draw in hair and debris and lift stuck on dust from hard floors
  • UP TO 60 MINS RUN-TIME*: Charge the removable battery anywhere, on or off the vacuum. LED headlights illuminate hidden dust. Carpet & hard floor modes. (*In ECO Power Mode, with non-motorised tool)
  • BENDS SO YOU DON'T HAVE TO: The Flexology wand bends to reach anywhere, easily cleans underneath furniture, & folds down for compact, freestanding storage.
  • INCLUDES: Shark Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner with Anti Hair Wrap DuoClean Floorhead, 1 Battery & Charger, Motorised Pet Tool, Crevice Tool, and Multi-Surface Tool. Weight: 4.58kg. Colour: Black/Red
Best Runner-Up
2
4.8
Dyson V7 Animal Cordless Handheld Vacuum Cleaner, Purple, Medium

Dyson V7 Animal Cordless Handheld Vacuum Cleaner, Purple, Medium

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  • Up to 30 minutes runtime
  • 75% more brush bar power than the V6 cord free
  • Converts to handheld in moments with additional tools
  • Easy storage with hygienic bin emptying
  • Cordless cleaning for homes with pets
Best Multi Layered Filtration System
3
4.7
Samsung Bespoke Jet Pro Extra Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner and Mop, Max 210 W Suction Power, With Auto Empty Built-in Cleanstation and Spray Spinning Sweeper, VS20A95973B, Midnight Blue

Samsung Bespoke Jet Pro Extra Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner and Mop, Max 210 W Suction Power, With Auto Empty Built-in Cleanstation and Spray Spinning Sweeper, VS20A95973B, Midnight Blue

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  • Advanced cleaning performance: A massive 210 W suction power, airflow-boosting design and cyclonic filters, Effortlessly picks up dust, dirt and pet hair from carpets, tiles and wood floors
  • Lightweight design: Light and portable 2.7 kg (handheld:1.44 kg) design for easy control, Easy to carry around the house and car and manoeuvre under furniture and up and down stairs
  • No bags, no mess: Simply click and twist to empty – no need to remove the pipe, Entire dust bin is fully washable, Multi-layer filtration system captures ultra-fine pollen and mould particles
  • Up to 120 minutes cleaning**: Vacuum the whole house thanks to the long-lasting battery, 2-in-1 Charging Station can be wall mounted or used as a stand-alone charger, Compatible with Clean Station
  • What's in the box: 1x Jet Pro Extra vacuum cleaner, 1x Battery, 1x 2-in-1 charger, Model no.: VS20A95973B, Weight: 2.7 kg
Best from Dyson
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4.6
Dyson Detect Absolute V15 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner 369372-01, Yellow & Nickel, 230 W, 0.76 liters, 82 Decibeles

Dyson Detect Absolute V15 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner 369372-01, Yellow & Nickel, 230 W, 0.76 liters, 82 Decibeles

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  • High Torque cleaner head with anti-tangle technology : Powerfully sucks up dust and hair from all floors. De-tangling comb automatically clears hair from the brush bar.
  • Automatically deep cleans carpets : In Auto mode, Dyson DLS technology inside the High Torque cleaner head monitors brush bar resistance 360 times a second, intelligently adapting power across different floor types.
  • 4 cleaning tools included : Hair screw tool picks up long hair and pet hair. Fast. Combination and Crevice tool to clean surfaces, edges and right into narrow gaps. Soft dusting brush for gentle dusting on delicate surfaces.
  • Running time from 5 minutes to 60 mins, depending on the setting used.
Best Under-Budget
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4.5
Henry Quick Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner

Henry Quick Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner

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  • Love cordless cleaning, but fed up with dirty emptying? Meet Henry Quick Henry Quick compacts dust inside a clever pod system, giving a bigger capacity than most leading vacuums and one-click, dust-free emptying. Ready to go with 26 Pods included, say goodbye to dusty and dirty emptying for good
  • Simple to swap, charge and replace, Henry Quick’s detachable, lithium-ion battery delivers up to 60 minutes of powerful, cordless cleaning. Just as you would expect from a Henry
  • With Henry Pods, there are no filters to clean, meaning you get brand-new, out of the box performance with every new Pod. Climate-positive and made from recycled material, Henry Pods provide advanced, multi-layer filtration with Dust Lock Seal for one-click, dust-free emptying
  • Henry Quick’s powerful, motorised brush head easily tackles stubborn dust, dirt and pet hair on carpets, hard-floors, stairs and furniture. Easily remove and clean the brush bar in seconds with no tools
  • Includes handy accessories for hard-to-reach cleaning; scent capsule to leave your home smelling fresh; and stores neatly away on wall dock with accessory storage
Best with Powerful Suction
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4.4
Dyson Cyclone V10 Absolute, Large red 180846-01

Dyson Cyclone V10 Absolute, Large red 180846-01

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  • Item height: 49.17 inches
  • Item width: 49.17 inches
  • Wattage: 49.17 inches
Best Longer Battery life
7
4.3
Hoover HF122GH Cordless Vacuum Cleaner (Single Battery) - H-Free 100, Grey/Red

Hoover HF122GH Cordless Vacuum Cleaner (Single Battery) - H-Free 100, Grey/Red

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  • Convenience - 25-minute runtime at full charge with no cables to get in the way
  • Functionality - comes with dusting brush and mini crevice tool stored on board
  • Capacity - large 0.9L bin
  • Ease of use - lightweight with no complicated settings to adjust
  • Versatility - suitable for use on both carpets and hard floors
Best Compact Design
8
4.2
Dyson Big Ball Animal 2 Bagless Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner

Dyson Big Ball Animal 2 Bagless Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner

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  • Bag or Bagless: Bagless
  • Bin volume: 1.8L
  • Filtration: A grade ERP filtration - Washable lifetime filter
  • Manuf Partno: BIG BALL ANIMAL 2 PLUS
  • Suction Power: 180AW
Best with PerformCyclone Technology
9
4.1
Beko PowerClean™ Cordless Vacuum Cleaner with ActiFlex

Beko PowerClean™ Cordless Vacuum Cleaner with ActiFlex

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  • PERFORMCYCLONE TECHNOLOGY- Delivering 165W of powerful suction, PerformCyclone Technology allows you to deeply clean your carpets and hard surfaces quickly and efficiently. Even the smallest of dust particles will be lifted from your floors.
  • ACTIFLEX- Allows you to get to those hard to reach spots under the sofa or bed without bending. The ActiFlex ergonomic, bendable suction tube allows the vacuums nozzle to glide effortlessly under furniture, giving you a more complete clean with minimal effort.
  • RANGE OF ATTACHMENTS- With an attachment for any situation, the Elbow, Soft Brush and Crevice tools allow you to get to those hard to reach areas, while the Mini Turbo brush is great for lifting pet hair from the sofa. When you’re finished, all attachments can be stored on the magnetic dock station while the product is charging.
  • 45 MINUTE RUN TIME- Go cordless without cutting your cleaning time. With a run time of up to 45 minutes, you’ll have plenty of time to complete your cleaning routine.
  • SELFSTAND- For when you need to stop halfway through your clean, the SelfStand will keep the vacuum cleaner vertically upright unsupported , so you can easily pick up from where you left off.
Cheapest Option
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4
Henry HVR 200-11 Bagged Cylinder Vacuum, 620 W, 9 Litres, Red, Black/Red (Renewed)

Henry HVR 200-11 Bagged Cylinder Vacuum, 620 W, 9 Litres, Red, Black/Red (Renewed)

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  • 9L capacity
  • 620 Watts
  • Extended working life with reduced sound level
  • 2-stage motor technology
  • German (Publication Language)

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