Handheld vacuums are portable appliances used for cleaning. Finding the best hand vac overall can make the day to day chore of cleaning easier. The handheld vacuum is a small cleaning tool designed to be easier to handle than a full sized vacuum cleaner. It may be used for quick clean ups or for tight areas needing vacuumed such as stairways or window sills. The vacuum may be utilized for cleaning vehicles or in an RV or camper as the primary means of vacuuming. The best handheld vacuums offer portability and ease of use while still providing sufficient suction to perform the cleaning function in a timely and efficient manner.

When considering which handheld vacuum is the best, the buyer must consider the use required and the areas to be covered. Whether or not the handheld vacuum is to be used in an area with sufficient power outlets must be considered in order to decide if a cordless vacuum is needed. Areas which will have pet hair or dander may require a vacuum with a stronger suction. Tool choice should be made based on the need for particular crevice cleaning or types of fabric or floor to be vacuumed.

Handheld vacuums vary in price range from a simple $12 car vacuum with minimal cleaning capability to a $715 commercial backpack vacuum with the ability to clean large areas using a portable tool. http://www.bizrate.com/vacuums_accessories/products__keyword--handheld+vacuums__sort--6.html

The Bissell Pet Hair Eraser is a hand held vacuum designed with an HEPA filtration system for removing pet dander, dust and debris. The vacuum has a four inch cleaning path and is lightweight weighing just four pounds. The system includes a pet contour nozzle allowing removal of hair from stairs and furniture. The vacuum includes a sixteen foot cord allowing large space coverage without changing power outlets. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/BISSELL+-+Pet+Hair+Eraser+Bagless+Hand+Vac+-+Black+Pearl/8931819.p?id=1215217074016&skuId=8931819 Price range for the Pet Hair Eraser ranges from $28 to $40. http://www.bizrate.com/vacuum-accessories/bissell-33a1-pet-hair-eraser-handheld-vacuum-cleaner--pid932616880/

Ratings

• Amazon.com - 4.4 out of 5http://www.amazon.com/Bissell-Eraser-Handheld-Vacuum-33A1/dp/B001EYFQ28/ref=pd_sim_k_2
• Walmart.com - 4.7 out of 5http://www.walmart.com/ip/Bissell-Pet-Hair-Eraser-Hand-Vac-33A1/10098029
• Best Buy.com - 4.5 out of 5http://www.bestbuy.com/site/BISSELL+-+Pet+Hair+Eraser+Bagless+Hand+Vac+-+Black+Pearl/8931819.p?id=1215217074016&skuId=8931819

Price

• $28.74 at Amazon.comhttp://www.amazon.com/Bissell-Eraser-Handheld-Vacuum-33A1/dp/B001EYFQ28/ref=pd_sim_k_2

Reviews

• "Designed especially for pet hair pick-up around the house, this handheld vacuum cleaner delivers the power needed for fast results. "—Amazon.comhttp://www.amazon.com/Bissell-Eraser-Handheld-Vacuum-33A1/dp/B001EYFQ28/ref=pd_sim_k_2

• "Remove pesky pet dander from your carpet, upholstery and floors using this bagless hand vac that features a pet contour nozzle for eliminating pet hair from stairs and furniture and a hard nozzle that makes cleaning pet debris a snap."—BestBuy.comhttp://www.bestbuy.com/site/BISSELL+-+Pet+Hair+Eraser+Bagless+Hand+Vac+-+Black+Pearl/8931819.p?id=1215217074016&skuId=8931819

• "Contour nozzle works like a magnet to pull dirt and hair out of hard-to-reach places"—Walmart.comhttp://www.walmart.com/ip/Bissell-Pet-Hair-Eraser-Hand-Vac-33A1/10098029#Item+Description

The Electrolux Ergorapido Bagless Cordless Vacuum is a two in one design vacuum which is both stick and hand type. The vacuum is ultrahigh weighing only 5.5 pounds. The stick vacuum is 42 inches tall and has a wall mountable charging station to support the cordless vacuum.http://www.amazon.com/Electrolux-EL1014A-ErgoRapido-Cordless-Handheld/dp/B002IAY3N0 The vacuum has an eleven inch cleaning path and an easy to empty dust cup. The vacuum features a 180 degree swivel head for cleaning of difficult locations.The price range from the product is from $83 to $120.<ref>http://www.bizrate.com/electrolux-ergorapido-el1014a/

Ratings

• Amazon.com - 4.3 out of 5http://www.amazon.com/Electrolux-EL1014A-ErgoRapido-Cordless-Handheld/dp/B002IAY3N0
• Walmart.com - 4.5 out of 5http://www.walmart.com/ip/Electrolux-Ergorapido-2-in-1-Stick-Hand-Vac/12399560
• Best Buy.com - 4.5 out of 5http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Electrolux+-+Ergorapido+Bagless+Cordless+Hand/Stick+Vac+-+Tangerine/9274625.p?id=1218072892308&skuId=9274625&st=hand%20vacuum&cp=1&lp=2

Price

• $96.94 at Amazon.comhttp://www.amazon.com/Electrolux-EL1014A-ErgoRapido-Cordless-Handheld/dp/B002IAY3N0

Reviews

• "Easy to empty without having to touch the dirt. 2-stage snap filter is easy to clean."—BestBuy.comhttp://www.bestbuy.com/site/Electrolux+-+Ergorapido+Bagless+Cordless+Hand/Stick+Vac+-+Tangerine/9274625.p?id=1218072892308&skuId=9274625&st=hand%20vacuum&cp=1&lp=2

• "Whether you use it as a stick vac or a hand vac, complete cleaning is at your fingertips for tile, hardwood and other bare floors throughout your home."—Walmart.comhttp://www.walmart.com/ip/Electrolux-Ergorapido-2-in-1-Stick-Hand-Vac/12399560#ProductDetail

• "This cordless vacuum is always at the ready when you are, and its bagless design--with no-touch dust cup and a snap-spring filter that removes all the dirt--is easy to empty and eliminates costly replacement bags. The 2-position switch lets you flip from high to low power and back again in an instant."—Amazon.comhttp://www.amazon.com/Electrolux-EL1014A-ErgoRapido-Cordless-Handheld/dp/B002IAY3N0

The Dyson DC 31 is a bagless cordless hand vacuum which is powered at 22.2 volts. The cordless design allows work in areas not accessible by power outlet. The vacuum is accompanied by a crevice tool and combination brush tool for additional cleaning.http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Dyson+-+DC31+Bagless+Cordless+Hand+Vac+-+Iron/Satin+Yellow/9549456.p?id=1218122911859&skuId=9549456&st=Dyson%20DC31%20Handheld%20Vacuum%20Cleaner&contract_desc=null The dual power mode offers suction at a high constant rate for 10 minutes utilizing root cyclone technology for consistent suction. The vacuum weighs less than three pounds and has a two year warranty.http://www.amazon.com/Dyson-DC31-Handheld-Vacuum-Cleaner/dp/B002GWW2J2/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1284970856&sr=1-1 The price range for the Dyson DC31 is from $199 to $220 each.http://www.bizrate.com/dyson-dc31/

Ratings

• Amazon.com - 3.9 out of 5http://www.amazon.com/Dyson-DC31-Handheld-Vacuum-Cleaner/dp/B002GWW2J2/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1284961525&sr=1-1
• Walmart.com - 4 out of 5http://www.walmart.com/ip/Dyson-DC31-Handheld-Vacuum/11396553
• Best Buy.com - 4.5 out of 5http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Dyson+-+DC31+Bagless+Cordless+Hand+Vac+-+Iron/Satin+Yellow/9549456.p?id=1218122911859&skuId=9549456&st=Dyson%20DC31%20Handheld%20Vacuum%20Cleaner&contract_desc=null

Price

• 197.94 at Amazon.comhttp://www.amazon.com/Dyson-DC31-Handheld-Vacuum-Cleaner/dp/B002GWW2J2/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1284961525&sr=1-1

Reviews

• "Power that doesn't fade from start to finish. Recharges up to three times faster than others. — Walmart.comhttp://www.walmart.com/ip/Dyson-DC31-Handheld-Vacuum/11396553

• "The powerful Dyson DC31 Handheld Vacuum Cleaner is ideal for quick pick-ups and spot cleaning. Its small, light digital motor is more powerful than conventional motors and has no carbon brushes or carbon dust."—Amazon.comhttp://www.amazon.com/Dyson-DC31-Handheld-Vacuum-Cleaner/dp/B002GWW2J2/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1284961525&sr=1-1

• "Clean small messes quickly with this cordless, handheld vacuum that includes a crevice tool for added cleaning versatility."—BestBuy.comhttp://www.bestbuy.com/site/Dyson+-+DC31+Bagless+Cordless+Hand+Vac+-+Iron/Satin+Yellow/9549456.p?id=1218122911859&skuId=9549456&st=Dyson%20DC31%20Handheld%20Vacuum%20Cleaner&contract_desc=null

Black and Decker Model SPV1800 is a platinum model hand held vacuum. The 18V motor provides power for cleaning. The vacuum is a cordless design and offers a bagless solution to clean up. The battery for the SPV1800 is a spring loaded system allowing was charging. The hand held vacuum allows for a three inch cleaning path and weighs less than five pounds. The product offers a two year parts and labor warranty.http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Black+%26+Decker+-+Platinum+Series+Cordless+Workshop+Hand+Vac+-+Silver/9383954.p?id=1218096179092&skuId=9383954&st=hand%20vac&cp=1&lp=15Price range for the product is from $44 to $65.

Ratings

• Amazon.com - 3.3 out of 5http://www.amazon.com/Volt-Cordless-Vac-SPV1800-Platinum/dp/B000GS6WC6/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1284958971&sr=1-1-fkmr1
• Walmart.com - 4.2 out of 5http://www.walmart.com/ip/Black-Decker-18-Volt-Platinum-Series-Cordless-Hand-Vacuum-Model-SPV1800/4764746
• Best Buy.com - 4.5 out of 5http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Black+%26+Decker+-+Platinum+Series+Cordless+Workshop+Hand+Vac+-+Silver/9383954.p?id=1218096179092&skuId=9383954&st=hand%20vac&cp=1&lp=15

Price

• $64.99 at Amazon.comhttp://www.amazon.com/Volt-Cordless-Vac-SPV1800-Platinum/dp/B000GS6WC6/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1284958971&sr=1-1-fkmr1

Reviews

• "With this efficiently designed model, dirt is collected in a back compartment — your hands stay clean while you pull off the back and empty into the trash."—Walmart.comhttp://www.walmart.com/ip/Black-Decker-18-Volt-Platinum-Series-Cordless-Hand-Vacuum-Model-SPV1800/4764746#ProductDetail

• "18 Volts of cordless power are backed by the trusted Black & Decker name."—Amazon.comhttp://www.amazon.com/Volt-Cordless-Vac-SPV1800-Platinum/dp/B000GS6WC6/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1284958971&sr=1-1-fkmr1

• "this hand vac makes it easy to keep your workspace neat and tidy. The cordless design and removable spring-loaded battery eliminate cable clutter, making it easy to keep the hand vac charged and ready to clean."—BestBuy.comhttp://www.bestbuy.com/site/Black+%26+Decker+-+Platinum+Series+Cordless+Workshop+Hand+Vac+-+Silver/9383954.p?id=1218096179092&skuId=9383954&st=hand%20vac&cp=1&lp=15

The Shark SV70 is a cordless vacuum classified as a pet vacuum. The 14.4 volt vacuum is a bagless dust cup type cleaner which utilizes Twister Cyclonic technology to maintain suction for cleaning. The vacuum features a detachable filter which can be washed. A motorized brush aids in the cleaning of pet hair from upholstery and a crevice tool is provided for small spaces where the vacuum will not reach. The 5 pound vacuum has a 1 year warranty.http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Shark+-+Pet+Perfect+Bagless+Cordless+Hand+Vac+-+Green/9261167.p?skuId=9261167&id=1218070353701 The product price range is from $31 to $45. http://www.bizrate.com/shark-sv70/

Ratings

• Amazon.com - 3.0 out of 5http://www.amazon.com/Shark-Cordless-14-4V-Perfect-SV70/dp/B0028MLEPS/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1284959404&sr=1-1-fkmr0
• Walmart.com - 3.6 out of 5http://www.walmart.com/ip/Shark-Cordless-Pet-Perfect-Cyclonic-Hand-Vacuum/10038312
• Best Buy.com - 3.5 out of 5http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Shark+-+Pet+Perfect+Bagless+Cordless+Hand+Vac+-+Green/9261167.p?skuId=9261167&id=1218070353701

Price

$44.35 at Amazon.comhttp://www.amazon.com/Shark-Cordless-14-4V-Perfect-SV70/dp/B0028MLEPS/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1284959404&sr=1-1-fkmr0

Reviews

• "Twister Cyclonic technology suction stays stronger longer. Easily detachable and washable filter"—Walmart.comhttp://www.walmart.com/ip/Shark-Cordless-Pet-Perfect-Cyclonic-Hand-Vacuum/10038312#Item+Description

• "The convenient dust cup design means no replacement bags are needed and the filter is easily detached and washable. The LED indicator light alerts you when the vacuum needs to be charged."—Amazon.comhttp://www.amazon.com/Shark-Cordless-14-4V-Perfect-SV70/dp/B0028MLEPS/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1284959404&sr=1-1-fkmr0

• "Motorized brush removes pet hair from upholstery and dirt from carpets easily. Crevice tool helps to clean hard-to-reach spaces."—BestBuy.comhttp://www.bestbuy.com/site/Shark+-+Pet+Perfect+Bagless+Cordless+Hand+Vac+-+Green/9261167.p?skuId=9261167&id=1218070353701

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