Cordless handheld vacuums typically offer about 8–20 minutes of run time and are described as lightweight and highly portable. Cordless stick vacuums can run up to about 40 minutes, are also lightweight, and commonly convert into a handheld for spot cleaning. Corded upright vacuums provide continuous run time since they plug into power.
Common attachments include crevice tools, upholstery tools, and motorized brush or dedicated pet-hair tools. Cordless models may also include charging bases or spare batteries as part of the package.
These combs are typically dual-sided (metal and delicate teeth), reusable, and easy to clean. They’re suitable for carpets, furniture, car upholstery and clothing, and are compact enough for drawer storage or hanging when not in use.
Some models advertise whole-machine filtration or anti-allergen seals with high-efficiency filters that trap over 99% of particles—examples cited range from about 99.9% up to 99.99%—and capture particles down to roughly 0.3 microns.
Helpful features include direct-drive or motorized cleaner heads, de-tangling cleaner-head technology, and self-cleaning brushrolls or similar brush systems that lift long hair and reduce hair wrap.
Most list carpet plus hard floors (including hardwood) or simply “multi-surface.” Spot foams and portable cleaners also mention upholstery, area rugs and stairs. Some products note compatibility with wool, nylon and stain-resistant carpets.
Portable cleaners typically use a triple-action process—spray, scrubbing/agitation, and suction. They often include self-cleaning stain tools, specialized pet-hair tools, and separate clean and dirty water tanks.
Spot foams commonly include a cleaning solution. Portable carpet cleaners often include a cleaning solution or a trial-size stain remover and may ship with tools such as self-cleaning stain tools, upholstery tools or pet-hair tools.