The Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum is an affordable stick vacuum suitable for all floor types but, despite the name suggesting otherwise, less effective for pet hair removal.
The highest-rated vacuum stick suitable for hardwood floors is the Samsung Bespoke Jet. In our opinion, this is the most high-quality model, with the bonus of a mopping function. This is a very convenient feature to have if you have a wooden floor at home.
The Dyson V15 with laser technology 🎞️ and the Dyson Omni-Glide are more affordable than the Samsung but slightly less feature-rich. This can be nice if you want to use the vacuum occasionally.
The fewer parts you buy, the more cost-effective it will be. The Omni-Glide, which only has a brush for hardwood floors, is a relatively affordable choice. I deliberately use “relatively” because it is still a somewhat expensive model. If you're looking for a cheaper model, consider the Tineco Pure One S11.
I have tested the Dyson Omni-Glide and other Dyson models on a hardwood floor.
Key considerations
A stick vacuum for hardwood floors is suitable for individuals looking for a lightweight vacuum that is easy to maneuver and specifically designed for hardwood surfaces.
Stick vacuums are generally cordless and lightweight and come with a soft floor brush attachment for hardwood floors.
We have paid extra attention to the following factors:
High suction power on hard floor types
Long battery life
Lightweight
Provides protection and prevents scratches on floors
How to choose the best model?
A stick vacuum for hardwood floors is a particular type of vacuum cleaner designed to provide efficient and safe cleaning for delicate hardwood surfaces.
Characterized by their slim, lightweight design, these vacuums offer easy maneuverability and convenient storage. A distinctive feature of these models is the inclusion of specialized brushes, often called parquet brushes, designed specifically for hardwood floors.
When looking for a new stick vacuum, it is very important to pay attention to its suitability for specific floor types. For example, not every stick vacuum has a brush with soft bristles that protects a vulnerable floor against scratches.
Not every stick vacuum is equipped with a soft parquet brush that protects a wooden floor against scratches
If you have hardwood floors in particular, it is important to pay attention to the following points:
Presence of a parquet brush: if you vacuum a hardwood floor with a normal suction brush, a scratch is quickly made. It is therefore important to pay attention to the presence of a parquet brush. These brushes are equipped with soft bristles.
Maneuverability of the stick vacuum: is the vacuum cleaner easy to operate? Can you make sharp turns without dragging on the ground? There are vacuum cleaners with a 360 degree nozzle: this can be very interesting for hardwood floors.
Suction power on hard floors: As with a stick vacuum for hard floors, it is important to pay attention to the suction power on hard floors. Besides that, strong suction power is also important for sucking away dirt from the wood grains.
Extra functions: do you also want to be able to mop your wooden floor? Then it's smart to take a closer look at the extra functionalities of the stick vacuum, because there are vacuum cleaners that have a nozzle with a mopping function.
What are vulnerable floors?
In the world of vacuum cleaners, “delicate floors” is a much discussed topic. But what exactly is a vulnerable floor? Although we focus on a stick vacuum for hardwood floors in this guide, our findings are also very interesting for the some other floor types, such as:
Hardwood floors
Laminate floors
PVC floors
Vinyl floors
How was the ranking determined?
A stick vacuum cleaner can be effectively used for vacuuming hardwood floors. However, it must meet certain important factors. If you purchase a vacuum cleaner that is not suitable for hardwood floors, it can result in scratches on the floor, something you would want to avoid.
To assess how well a stick vacuum cleaner performs on hardwood floors, we examine two important factors: the level of floor protection and the suction performance on hard floor types. For floor protection, we closely examine the floor brushes: do they have soft bristles? And are they free from sharp components that could damage the floor during vacuuming?
We test the suction performance on hardwood floors by using various types of dirt on laminate surfaces. We have special floor bins where different sizes of dirt are spread out. We then vacuum the dirt with the stick vacuum cleaner to assess how easily it is removed.
Apart from suitability for hardwood floors, we also check other factors to determine whether we have a good choice with a stick vacuum cleaner. For a cordless stick vacuum, consider factors such as battery life, weight, and ease of emptying.
We investigated these factors
As you have probably already seen above, there are several factors that are very important when choosing a stick vacuum for a hardwood floor. We came to our research findings by paying close attention to the following points:
Hardwood floors
Laminate floors
PVC floors
Vinyl floors
Since we are dealing with a cordless vacuum cleaner, we also looked at the battery life and the charging time.
Different vacuum cleaners for hardwood floors
The stick vacuum cleaner is the main focus for our research, but there are also other models that can be interesting for a hardwood floor. For example, if you don't like having to charge a battery, a canister vacuum with cord may be a better choice. And do you quickly suffer from an allergic reaction? Then realize that a bagless vacuum cleaner may not be the best option, because emptying a bagless vacuum cleaner is less hygienic than emptying a bagged vacuum cleaner.
What I would like to point out
A stick vacuum cleaner is a great choice for hardwood floors: they often come with a soft roller brush and are lightweight, minimizing the risk of floor damage. What we've noticed is that there are now many stick vacuums with a mopping function, allowing you to not only vacuum but also mop the floor. This is perfect for hardwood floors.
However, keep in mind that with a stick vacuum cleaner with a mopping function, you'll spend more time on maintenance compared to other vacuum cleaners. You'll need to fill and empty the water reservoir and clean the floor brush afterwards to prevent odors and mold formation.
Why you can trust my research?
We're committed to giving you reliable research at Vacuumtester. We personally review each vacuum, focusing on the key features using our unique method. We don't take sponsorships from vacuum brands, so you can rest assured that our advice is unbiased and honest. Moreover, we've purchased and tested each vacuum that we recommend here. For more insights into our testing process, take a look at our vacuum cleaner research methodology.
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