Match the routine and the tools
Think about the length of your usual clean, where you will charge or plug in, and who will carry the machine. A maximum cordless runtime may use a setting or attachment that differs from normal floor cleaning. Check the stated conditions before comparing battery claims.
For pet hair on sofas or stairs, check the exact supplied upholstery tool. A powered floor head and a pet upholstery tool do different jobs. Bagless models still need bin and filter care; bagged models have a recurring bag cost. We do not treat motor power, a pet label or manufacturer claims as proof that one machine cleans better.