Dreame H12 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£220Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:35 minutesCapacity:0.5 LWeight:4.75 kg

Dreame H12 Review: Compare 52 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Vacuum Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

7.0

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the vacuum cleaner's quality, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best vacuum cleaners on the market.
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80%

6.6

Technical Score

20%

8.7

User score

▲Better than 61% of vacuum-cleaners
6.6

Technical Score

Technical score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
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Score components

28%

6.2

Performance

22%

6.1

Battery

18%

8.2

Filtration

14%

5.4

Attachments

10%

5.8

Design

8%

8.8

Smart features

▲Better than 51% of vacuum-cleaners
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 10,345 buyer reviews from online shops.
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▲Better than 87% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Dreame H12 is a cordless wet and dry upright vacuum cleaner powered by a 200W brushless motor that delivers robust performance across hard floors. Key characteristics include a dual-tank system featuring a 900mL clean water tank and a 500mL dirty water tank, a smart LED screen with real-time mess detection, and an edge-cleaning brush roller that spins at 520RPM. Main pros highlight its seamless ability to vacuum and mop simultaneously, forward-motion motor traction for effortless pushing, a 35-minute runtime from its 4,000mAh battery pack, and a convenient one-touch self-cleaning dock. However, notable cons include its relatively heavy 4.75kg weight when tanks are filled, a lack of attachments or compatibility for carpets, a lengthy 5-hour charging time, and limited clearance that prevents it from lying flat under low furniture.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Dreame H12

Technical Score
Technical score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

28%

6.2

Performance

22%

6.1

Battery

18%

8.2

Filtration

14%

5.4

Attachments

10%

5.8

Design

8%

8.8

Smart features

6.6
Dreame H12 has a technical score of 6.6 points, which is higher than 51.1% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 10,345 buyer reviews from online shops.
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.7
Dreame H12 has a user score of 8.71 points, which is higher than 87.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you prefer a vacuum cleaner that has been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
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Popularity:
Dreame H12 has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.9% of vacuum cleaners.
10
Dreame H12 has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the vacuum cleaner's overall score with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a vacuum cleaner with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

60%

7.0

Overall score

40%

9.4

Price

7.7
Dreame H12 has a value-for-money score of 7.7 points, which is higher than 50.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
10 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
10 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 10 kPa, which is lower than that of 92% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
300 W
Power consumption
300 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 300 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 75% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.7% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
yes
Cordless
yes
This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
35 minutes
Battery runtime
35 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 35 minutes, which is shorter than that of 82.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
5 hours
Charging time
5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 5 hours, which is slower than 73.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 20.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh, which is larger than that of 92.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
21.6 V
Battery voltage
21.6 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 21.6 V, which is lower than that of 59.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 16.5% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
hepa
Filter class
hepa
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class hepa, which is more advanced than the class used by 16% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 46% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
99.95%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.95%
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.95% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 32% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 26.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
0.5 L
Capacity
0.5 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.5 L, which is smaller than that of 79.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
This vacuum cleaner uses a bagless design. 78.6% of vacuum cleaners use this setup.
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Main brush type
soft roller
Roller type
soft
Anti-tangle brush
no
Anti-tangle brush
no
This vacuum cleaner does not include an anti-tangle brush. 25.7% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
Mini motorized brush
no
Mini motorized brush
no
This vacuum cleaner does not include a mini motorized brush. 26.9% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
Suitable for pet owners
yes
Suitable for pet owners
yes
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
stick
Weight
4.75 kg
Weight
4.75 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 4.75 kg, which is greater than the weight of 68.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.2% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
This vacuum cleaner does not offer a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
yes
Self-standing
yes
This vacuum cleaner stands on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
no
Adjustable tube height
no
This vacuum cleaner does not include adjustable tube height. 47.4% of vacuum cleaners offer this ergonomic feature.
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Auto suction adjustment
yes
Auto suction adjustment
yes
This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
yes
Dust particle sensor
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
yes
LED display
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
no
Nozzle light
no
This vacuum cleaner does not include a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
yes
Mopping support
yes
This vacuum cleaner supports mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Dreame H12 vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 1,500 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,000 mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (4000 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    4,000 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes dust particle sensor
    Dust particle sensor
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a dust particle sensor, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Self-standing design
    Self-standing
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes full bin indicator
    Full bin indicator
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a full bin indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes LED display
    LED display
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Supports mopping
    Mopping support
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports mopping, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 8.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
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    Dreame H12
    the average vacuum cleaner
    Dreame H12 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.71 vs 8.000).
    8.71 vs 8
  • 300 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    300 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (300 W vs 600 W).
    300 W vs 600 W
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 1,500 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,000 mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (4000 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    4,000 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes full bin indicator
    Full bin indicator
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a full bin indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Self-standing design
    Self-standing
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes dust particle sensor
    Dust particle sensor
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a dust particle sensor, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes LED display
    LED display
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Supports mopping
    Mopping support
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports mopping, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 10 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    10 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (10 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    10 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 15 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    35 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (35 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    35 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 1 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (5 hours vs 4 hours).
    5 hours vs 4 hours
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 0.5 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.5 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.5 L vs 1 L).
    0.5 L vs 1 L
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 46.7% more expensive
    Dreame H12 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£220 vs £150).
    £220 vs £150
  • 10 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    10 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (10 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    10 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 15 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    35 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (35 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    35 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 1 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (5 hours vs 4 hours).
    5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 0.6 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    21.6 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (21.6 V vs 22.2 V).
    21.6 V vs 22.2 V
  • 0.5 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.5 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.5 L vs 1 L).
    0.5 L vs 1 L
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No crevice nozzle
    Flat crevice nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a crevice nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 31.2% higher weight
    Weight
    4.75 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (4.8 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    4.75 kg vs 3.62 kg

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Third-party reviews

Based on 10,345 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Dreame H12?

  • Efficient simultaneous vacuuming and mopping
  • Excellent edge-to-edge cleaning along baseboards
  • Powerful suction for both wet spills and dry debris
  • Effective self-cleaning mode with hot air roller drying
  • Smart dirt detection automatically adjusts suction power
  • Clear, informative LED display showing real-time status
  • Relatively quiet operation compared to standard uprights
  • Helpful multilingual voice assistant prompts

What customers dislike about Dreame H12?

  • Inability to clean under low furniture due to bulkiness
  • Not intended or recommended for use on carpeted areas
  • Self-propulsion mechanism can feel overly aggressive
  • Heavy and bulky to lift and maneuver into tight spots
  • Battery is non-replaceable and degrades over long-term use
  • Clean and dirty water tanks require frequent emptying and refilling
  • Brand-specific replacement cleaning solution is expensive
  • On/off button can occasionally feel delayed

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