If you want a vacuum that cleans cars well and has even more capabilities than a handheld model, you might consider a cordless stick vacuum instead. Many cordless stick vacuums can convert to being handheld. Our runner-up pick, the Dyson V8 Absolute is a far more powerful cleaner than the Black+Decker, and comes with a set of helpful tools. We prefer the versatility of the stick models (including those from the Dyson V10, V11, or V15 lines); these are excellent general-purpose vacuums for cleaning floors around your home. Our main pick for cordless stick vacs, the Tineco Pure One S11, is not quite as strong as the Dysons. But it’s more comfortable to use and also converts to a handheld vac.
If you have access to an outlet near your car, the Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352, our top pick among plug-in upright vacs, is another good option. It has stronger suction than both handheld and plug-in car vacuums, an unlimited run time, and a longer lifespan. The NV352 also has a useful “lift-away” function, which turns it into something very similar to the Black+Decker, albeit bulkier (since you hold the motor in one hand and hold the long, flexible hose in the other). This vac is also a well-rounded, highly effective cleaner that will work well in many homes.
