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Best Dirt Devil Handheld Vacuums

Updated November 2018
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Bottom Line
Pros
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Best of the Best
Dirt Devil
Flipout Handheld Vacuum
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Bottom Line

When you want a battery powered handheld vacuum, this model delivers a nice level of power.

Pros

Comfortable handle, as you can pick from among four handle positions for either cleaning or storage. Carries a long battery life of 13 hours per charge. Includes a crevice tool for convenience. Even with the battery, this is a lightweight model that you can use anywhere. Uses a 20-volt battery.

Cons

Some problems with build quality and longevity.

Best Bang for the Buck
Dirt Devil
Scorpion Handheld Vacuum
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Bottom Line

Versatile and surprisingly powerful little bagless vacuum cleaner, but it does require a cord.

Pros

Overall design of this model is less than 4 lbs., which is impressive. Ships with a 16' power cord to give you a lot of space when working. Has a 2.5' hose and an integrated crevice tool that's easy to use. Collects soils in a canister instead of a bag. Large 7 amp motor.

Cons

Doesn't have a battery option, which limits the portability of this style of vacuum.

Dirt Devil
Ultra Handheld Vacuum
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Very comfortable design to use, with a single handle on top and most of the weight in the front.

Pros

Includes a motorized brush to make it easier to collect pet hair. Ships with a 16' power cord, so you can work for a long time before having to move the cord. Has a stretch hose and a crevice tool to give you a chance to reach tough spots. Includes a bag filtration feature that keeps it smelling fresh.

Cons

Cannot run from a battery. Only offers a 4 amp motor, which is below average for a corded handheld.

Dirt Devil
Quick Flip Plus Handheld Vacuum
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Bottom Line

Fast-charging battery in a lightweight handheld vacuum that will deliver better than average performance.

Pros

Ships with a crevice tool and a turbo tool to help you reach tough areas successfully. Includes a power indicator light, so you know when it's time to recharge the battery. Charger for the battery will deliver the desired power faster than older versions of this style of handheld vacuum.

Cons

Only uses a 16-volt battery, so it's not as powerful as some other handheld vacuums.

Dirt Devil
The Hand Vac 2.0 Handheld Vacuum
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Bottom Line

Gives you a bit more power than other corded handheld vacuums that weigh less than 3 lbs.

Pros

At only 2.8 lbs., this is a handheld vacuum that's easy to carry anywhere. With a 20' power cord, you'll be able to work for longer periods of times without having to move the cord to a new outlet. Can empty the dirt cup with the touch of a button.

Cons

No option to run from a battery. Doesn't have the built-in tools that some other models offer.

How we decided

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  • 12 Models Considered
  • 6 Hours Researched
  • 1 Experts Interviewed
  • 108 Consumers Consulted
    • Zero products received from manufacturers.

    We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

    Why trust BestReviews?
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.

    Dirt Devil is the original handheld vacuum designed to clean up household messes quickly without hassle. Over the years, Dirt Devil has worked to improve its product and still offers some of the best handheld vacuum options available on the market. The small Dirt Devil models still come with accessory attachments to get into hard to reach spots. Options include corded machines with rollers and the cordless classic model made for quick crumb pickup. Dirt Devil handheld models do a good job on furniture or on the stairs. One of the biggest advantages of the Dirt Devil model is its lower price point.

    The team that worked on this review
    • Kyle
      Kyle
      Writer
    • Melinda
      Melinda
      Web Producer
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    Dirt Devil

    Scorpion Handheld Vacuum

    Dirt Devil

    Scorpion Handheld Vacuum

    Versatile and surprisingly powerful little bagless vacuum cleaner, but it does require a cord.
    $26
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    Dirt Devil

    Ultra Handheld Vacuum

    Dirt Devil

    Ultra Handheld Vacuum

    Very comfortable design to use, with a single handle on top and most of the weight in the front.
    $24
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    Dirt Devil

    Flipout Handheld Vacuum

    Dirt Devil

    Flipout Handheld Vacuum

    When you want a battery powered handheld vacuum, this model delivers a nice level of power.
    $45
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    Dirt Devil

    Quick Flip Plus Handheld Vacuum

    Dirt Devil

    Quick Flip Plus Handheld Vacuum

    Fast-charging battery in a lightweight handheld vacuum that will deliver better than average performance.
    $35
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    Dirt Devil

    The Hand Vac 2.0 Handheld Vacuum

    Dirt Devil

    The Hand Vac 2.0 Handheld Vacuum

    Gives you a bit more power than other corded handheld vacuums that weigh less than 3 lbs.

    $25

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