
Next to coffee makers, cordless stick vacuums are perhaps my favorite household items. While I’ve always understood and embraced the importance of a clean home, lugging around a heavy upright vacuum and tripping over the cord made vacuuming such a tedious chore. Years ago, when I first started testing cordless stick vacuums, I was in heaven. By now, I’ve tested several dozen different models, and very rarely turn down the opportunity to test a new one.
I’m usually called upon to test mid-and high-end vacuum cleaners. However, I’ve learned that budget-priced options can also provide decent performance and offer many desirable features. These are my thoughts on the Ultenic U16 Flex Cordless Stick Vacuum. Keep reading to see how it compares to the best vacuum cleaners, and how it stacks up against other vacuums under $200.