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Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80Suction power (AW):110 AWBattery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:2.6 LWeight:4.54 kg

Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A 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.

6.2

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

80%

5.5

Technical Score

20%

8.9

User score

â–¼Worse than 86% of vacuum-cleaners
5.5

Technical Score

Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

28%

5.1

Performance

22%

4.5

Battery

18%

7.1

Filtration

14%

7.1

Attachments

10%

5.5

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 98% of vacuum-cleaners
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 16,812 buyer reviews from online shops.
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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 91% of vacuum-cleaners
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Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A

Technical Score
Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

28%

5.1

Performance

22%

4.5

Battery

18%

7.1

Filtration

14%

7.1

Attachments

10%

5.5

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

5.5
User score
User score
8.9/ 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.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 16,812 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
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.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.9% of vacuum cleaners.
10
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.4/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

60%

6.2

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.4
Suction power (AW)
110 AW
Suction power (AW)
110 AW
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 110 AW, which is lower than that of 71.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
13 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
13 kPa
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 13 kPa, which is lower than that of 83.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushed
Power consumption
960 W
Power consumption
960 W
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 960 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 94.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.3% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery voltage
N/A
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Filter class
washable foam
Filter class
washable foam
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class washable foam, which is less advanced than the class used by 90.8% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 0.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
?
Suitable for allergy sufferers
no
Suitable for allergy sufferers
no
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
2.6 L
Capacity
2.6 L
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 2.6 L, which is larger than that of 80.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
â–² Better than 21% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses a bagless design. 78.6% of vacuum cleaners use this setup.
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Main brush type
roll brush
Roller type
bristled
Anti-tangle brush
no
Anti-tangle brush
no
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
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
â–¼ Worse than 27% of models
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
â–² Better than 28% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
upright
Weight
4.54 kg
Weight
4.54 kg
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 4.54 kg, which is greater than the weight of 66.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.1% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
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
â–² Better than 81% of models
This vacuum cleaner stands on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
no
Adjustable tube height
no
â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
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
no
Auto suction adjustment
no
â–¼ Worse than 20% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
no
Dust particle sensor
no
â–¼ Worse than 8% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
no
LED display
no
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
no
Nozzle light
no
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
no
Mopping support
no
â–¼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • Self-standing design
    Self-standing
    yes
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This vacuum cleaner stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 1.6 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    2.6 L
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2.6 L vs 1 L).
    2.6 L vs 1 L
  • 60 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    320 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (320 mm vs 260 mm).
    320 mm vs 260 mm
  • 1.12 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    7.62 m
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (7.6 m vs 6.5 m).
    7.62 m vs 6.5 m
  • 11% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 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.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A
    the average vacuum cleaner
    Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.88 vs 8.000).
    8.88 vs 8
  • 87.5% cheaper
    Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£80 vs £150).
    £80 vs £150
  • 11% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 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.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A
    the average vacuum cleaner
    Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.88 vs 8.000).
    8.88 vs 8
  • 87.5% cheaper
    Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£80 vs £150).
    £80 vs £150
  • 60 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    320 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (320 mm vs 260 mm).
    320 mm vs 260 mm
  • 1.12 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    7.62 m
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (7.6 m vs 6.5 m).
    7.62 m vs 6.5 m
  • 1.6 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    2.6 L
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2.6 L vs 1 L).
    2.6 L vs 1 L
  • Self-standing design
    Self-standing
    yes
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This vacuum cleaner stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    88-88 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (88-88 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    88-88 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 7 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    13 kPa
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (13 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    13 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • Not allergy-friendly
    Suitable for allergy sufferers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • 40 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    110 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (110 AW vs 150 AW).
    110 AW vs 150 AW
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    washable foam
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (washable foam vs hepa).
    washable foam vs hepa
  • 360 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    960 W
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (960 W vs 600 W).
    960 W vs 600 W
  • 90.6 mm wider body
    Width
    355.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (355.6 mm vs 265 mm).
    355.6 mm vs 265 mm
  • 4.1% worse value for money
    Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.35 vs 7.6).
    7.35 vs 7.65
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    88-88 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (88-88 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    88-88 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 7 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    13 kPa
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (13 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    13 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 40 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    110 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (110 AW vs 150 AW).
    110 AW vs 150 AW
  • 360 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    960 W
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (960 W vs 600 W).
    960 W vs 600 W
  • Not allergy-friendly
    Suitable for allergy sufferers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    washable foam
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (washable foam vs hepa).
    washable foam vs hepa
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 90.6 mm wider body
    Width
    355.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (355.6 mm vs 265 mm).
    355.6 mm vs 265 mm
  • 25.4% higher weight
    Weight
    4.54 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (4.5 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    4.54 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 75.4 mm deeper body
    Depth
    340.4 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (340.4 mm vs 265 mm).
    340.4 mm vs 265 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 16,812 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A

  • Affordable budget-friendly price point
  • Strong suction power capable of deep cleaning carpets
  • Lightweight 10-pound body that is easy to carry up stairs
  • Generous 2.6-litre extra-large dust cup capacity
  • Onboard pet turbo tool effectively removes pet hair
  • Five-setting manual floor height adjustment dial
  • Easy to assemble out of the box
  • Washable and reusable foam filters reduce maintenance costs

What we don't like about Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A

  • Lacks HEPA filtration which can allow fine dust to blow back into the room
  • No swivel steering mechanism making it less nimble around furniture
  • Short and stiff attachment stretch hose restricts extended reach
  • Prone to frequent hair and debris clogs in the narrow hose turns and suction port
  • Loud operating noise level compared to premium models
  • The motorized brush roll continues to spin when using the hose tool
  • Lower performance on hard floors as it can scatter larger debris
  • Plastic build feels basic and less durable over long-term use

Verdict

The Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181A is a bagless upright vacuum cleaner featuring an 8-amp dynamic motor, a 12.6-inch wide cleaning nozzle, and a 5-setting manual carpet height adjustment knob. Its core advantages include a highly lightweight 10-pound chassis, an extra-large 4.1-litre dust cup capacity, and multiple on-board accessories such as a pet turbo brush and crevice tool. However, its primary drawbacks are the lack of an advanced HEPA filtration system, a non-retractable power cord, and a relatively short stretch hose that limits extended above-floor reach.

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