The latest vacuum and floorcare industry and product news from Vacuum Wars!
Rowenta has recalled select X-Force Flex cordless vacuums due to a fire and burn hazard linked to certain lithium-ion batteries. The recall affects about 3,660 units in the U.S., and consumers are being directed to stop using affected batteries and follow Rowenta’s official recall process.
SharkNinja has announced the Shark PowerDetect Transformer, a new corded upright vacuum built around a three-in-one design. It is an unusual entry in the upright category because Shark has reworked the basic upright layout so the vacuum can operate as a full-size upright, a lighter stick-style cleaner, and a detachable handheld system.
MOVA has announced the P70 Pro Ultra and P20 Ultra robot vacuums. The new models feature claimed 30,000Pa suction, spinning mop systems, automated dock functions, and advanced navigation technologies, with the P70 Pro Ultra adding enhanced object recognition and premium hands-free maintenance features.
Shark has unveiled its new CarpetForce carpet cleaner lineup, featuring lightweight upright carpet cleaners designed for deep cleaning and easier storage. The new CarpetForce HairPro EX551 also expands Shark’s HairPro technology, which has appeared in previous Shark carpet-cleaning products reviewed by Vacuum Wars. Learn what’s new and how the CarpetForce models fit into Shark’s growing carpet cleaner portfolio.
Dyson has launched the new V10 Konical and V8 Cyclone cordless vacuums, bringing updated motors, swappable batteries, triggerless controls, and new cleaning technologies to its cordless lineup. The V10 Konical introduces Dyson’s All Floor Cones™ cleaner head and future self-emptying dock compatibility, while the V8 Cyclone refreshes one of Dyson’s most established cordless platforms.
Dyson’s new V16 Piston Animal lineup is now available, bringing a redesigned dual-conical cleaner head, a new 900W Hyperdymium motor with up to 315 air watts of suction, and the CleanCompaktor dust-compression system. The launch includes both the standard V16 Piston Animal and the wet-and-dry V16 Piston Animal Submarine.
Levoit has launched the new VortexIQ cordless vacuum series, introducing the VortexIQ and VortexIQ Pro. Both models feature NeoSight™ green light dust detection, HEPA filtration, anti-tangle brush technology, and a self-standing design, while the Pro adds more suction, longer runtime, and a mini motorized brush.
Shark is giving floor care a design-focused refresh with the launch of its new Home Luxe Collection. The lineup introduces eight premium colorways across select Shark PowerDetect robot and cordless vacuums, including the PowerDetect UV Reveal robot vacuum and PowerDetect Speed cordless vacuum. The collection aims to blend high-performance cleaning with finishes designed to complement modern home interiors.
Dreame has unveiled its new X60 Pro Series robot vacuums alongside the Cyber X, a stair-climbing transport module designed to carry compatible robot vacuums between floors. We cover the Cyber X launch timeline, pricing, features, and what it could mean for multi-level homes.
Dreame’s new R10S cordless vacuum adds a 180-degree bendable wand designed to make cleaning under furniture easier. The budget-friendly stick vacuum also includes 25,000Pa suction, anti-tangle brush technology, LED dust-detection lights, and up to 45 minutes of runtime.
