Why You Need A Cordless Vacuum For Your RV
RVs can get pretty messy. For one thing, just getting in and out of the RV tracks a little of the outside into the RV. This is especially true if you have a dog or two traveling with you. Sweeping with a broom can help, but it’s really not as effective as a good vacuum.
Vacuuming with a cordless vacuum is nearly effortless, and it’s way more effective than sweeping. Furthermore, the best cordless vacuum for RVs can also be used to clean upholstery and carpets in both tow vehicles and RVs.
They are really handy to have. But the advantages of having a cordless vacuum doesn’t stop at efficient cleaning and ease of use. Here are some other reasons you may want to invest in one for your RV.
- The best cordless vacuums don’t take up much room and are very lightweight.
- They often mount on the wall, out of the way until you need it.
- Most of them use very little electricity.
- They.make pet hair and dust disappear fast.
- They cost less than a built-in RV vacuum system.
- In the event of an unexpected mess, they can be deployed and used quickly and easily.
What’s the best cordless vacuum?
Nowadays, there are quite a few choices when it comes to cordless vacuums. However, while we were researching what the best cordless vacuum is, it became apparent that RVers have two overwhelming favorites.
The top two cordless vacuums are very similar in their capabilities but differ in the functions that give them ease of use in an RV. We’ll have a look at both of them. If you happen to have a favorite, please let us know which one you think is best in the comments.
Shark DuoClean PowerFins
Shark claims its DuoClean PowerFins is the ultimate cordless vacuum. This 9 lb vacuum combines strong suction with features like a self-cleaning brush roll.
The DuoClean runs for up to 60 minutes on a charge. This stick vacuum’s unique design articulates to reach under furniture. While this feature is probably more useful around a stick and bricks, it also may come in handy for those with larger RVs such as fifth wheels and Class As.
The Shark Vertex DuoClean comes with a crevice tool and an upholstery brush. A drawback of the hefty Shark Vertex DuoClean is that it doesn’t come with a handy wall mount for storage. The Shark DuoClean is available on Amazon for $399.99.
Dyson V15 Detect
Many RVers love their rechargeable Shark PowerFin vacuums. However, the Dyson V15’s light weight and ease of storage are among many features that make it a far superior cleaning tool for RVers.
The V15 is the latest in Dyson technology. It seems obvious that Dyson has recognized the competitive nature of the cordless stick vacuum market. They were determined to bring unprecedented technology to this high-end vacuum.
The 1.5 lb V15 has a smaller powerhead than past models. However, it’s incredibly maneuverable and fits easily into the small nooks and crannies of any RV.
The roller is an incredibly effective fuzzy roller that glides over floor surfaces, picking up every bit of dust on the way. Among the included accessories is an even smaller powerhead. The small powerhead is especially useful for vacuuming vehicles and upholstery.
The V15 has a runtime of just 45 minutes on its lowest setting. However, even the lowest setting on the V15 provides enough suction for most RV cleaning needs.
This lightweight cordless vacuum has an auto setting that automatically detects and applies suction. It increases or decreases suction according to flooring type and how much dirt is on it. A green laser underneath the roller makes dirt, hair, and dust highly visible. That way, you won’t miss a speck when you vacuum.
One of the best parts about the V15 is that it comes with a wall-mounted storage and charging station. The wall mount storage allows it to be stored neatly and securely out of the way when not in use.
The only drawback of the Dyson V15 for RVers might be its price. The Dyson V15 is available on Amazon for $749.99.
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Stephanie Smith says
We have the shark cordless duoclean powerfins and I love it. With my long hair, I can easily remove it from the vacuum as it does not get wrapped up in the roller. (no more cutting hair off the roller) It is very easily removed from the dust collection container. It also lasts a very long time from one charge is has a trigger that increases suction power when needed for getting larger particles.
John says
Can’t you come up with something under $200.00?
Jeff House says
I use the Ryobi handheld vacuum. It uses the standard batteries and works well enough for furniture and crevices. It is not a floor vac, but can pickup piles of swept debris.
I concur that they always have expensive products here and not for us budget minded.
Linda says
Too expensive. My home vacuum didn’t cost that much.
Larry Wilkinson says
DeWALT DCV501H. Comes with 2 (2.5 ah batteries and multiple attachments. Depending on how big your rig is you may need to purchase a larger battery as budget allows. I got the 2 pack of 5ah on sale at Home Depot for $149. I use it around the house and for vacuuming my car and truck.
Conni says
Have a Dyson stick vac for home and just take it in the trailer when we go. We have a dog and it’s perfect for home and travel.
Henry says
For our mid-size 26′ trailer, we settled on the Bissell Pet Hair Eraser (Lithium Ion) handheld for only around $80. We weren’t shopping for pet hair capability, but discovered we’d really been needing it. I own two Shark robo-vacuums at home, and have found their customer service team to be entirely useless.
mark cieslikowski says
I use the Ryobi 18 volt handheld vacuum. I can also use the same battery for the handheld air compressor
Perry Storkson says
These may be fine recommendations for full-timers, but for us PT/seasonal campers, these two options are simply too expensive. Another review of maybe the 5 or 10 best cordless stick vacuums under $200 would be helpful for “the rest of us” who live (and camp) on a budget. Thanks
Philip Fonteyn says
I use a Dewalt cordless DCV580. The batteries are interchangeable with power tools, and is is a wet/dry vac. I have a hose attachment so I can stand up and vacuum. There are different models but they are all well below $200
Dennis Komeshak says
I have a Wyze Cordless Vacuum S. It’s about $120 and does a very good job. They claim 40 minutes per charge, but I can easily vacuum our Airstream 2 or 3 times on one battery. One big advantage is that it has swappable batteries, which a lot of brands don’t offer. Mine came with a wall-mount holder, but I understand the newer models do not.
Steven says
Dyson & Shark are very nice brands, but too expensive for us part-time RVers. We went shopping on Amazon and found a great cordless stick vacuum for about $80 dollars and it is great for carpet, vinyl flooring, and furniture. The Voweek VW-VC08 (made in China) is lightweight, rechargeable and picks up dog hair (we have a golden retriever and a pug). It is wall mountable and charges in about 4 hours for 45-60 minutes of use (2-speeds as well). We are quite pleased with this economical vacuum and if it breaks–we’ll buy another!
Gregory Cassini says
When we sold out fifth wheel and bought a Class C we purchase a Bissell cordless vac which did a great job and was very convenient to use. Unfortunately this vac fell under the recent recall from Bissell so we have had to retire it. The good news is Bissell sent us a brand new cordless vac that retails in the $400 range which is more than twice what we paid for the other vac. What great customer service!
Simon says
We use our Ridgid cordless hand held. It is powerful enough, light and small and uses the same batteries and chargers as all of our other Ridgid tools. Our rig is an Interstate 19 so not much area to clean.
Chuck says
We have two Bissell Pet Hair Eraser (Lithium Ion) handhelds, one for fiver, one for house, for cat fur.
The three attachments are really useful.
Michael Murphy says
If you already are using Dewalt power tools (eg for stabilizer jack extension) on board your rig, the Dewalt handheld vac is REALLY impressive. Most powerful handheld we’ve ever owned. Drill/driver, vac, portable fan, flashlight all using the same batteries simplifies life significantly. Skip the bluetooth speaker though, the sound is terrible!
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Margo says
I love my Makita 18v cordless vacuum. The battery comes off for recharging like a cordless tool should. The filter comes off for cleaning so no disgusting smell like our dyson gets. Nice to know that if the battery dies I can get a new battery and not have to replace the vacuum. We use it at home every day and wouldn’t camp without it. I purchased a spare filter set so I can wash one. I also got an add on container that allows me to go longer without emptying. It does not have a motorized head and it took me a while to find a little duster brush that fit but I’ve been using this thing for abt 8 years and it’s going strong.
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