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Gtech AirRam MK2 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:40 minutesCapacity:0.8 LWeight:3.3 kg

Gtech AirRam MK2 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.

7.5

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 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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â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components

80%

7.0

Technical score

20%

9.4

User score

â–²Better than 75% of vacuum-cleaners
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

28%

7.9

Performance

22%

6.7

Battery

18%

8.5

Filtration

14%

5.4

Attachments

10%

5.9

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

â–²Better than 66% of vacuum-cleaners
9.4

User score

User score
9.4/ 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 99% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 21,252 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 99% of vacuum-cleaners
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Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Gtech AirRam MK2

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

28%

7.9

Performance

22%

6.7

Battery

18%

8.5

Filtration

14%

5.4

Attachments

10%

5.9

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

7.0
User score
User score
9.4/ 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 99% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 21,252 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.
9.4
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:
Gtech AirRam MK2 has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.9% of vacuum cleaners.
10
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.1/ 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–² Better than 78% of models
Score components:

60%

7.5

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

8.1
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushed
Power consumption
100 W
Power consumption
100 W
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 100 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 96% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.1% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
yes
Cordless
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
40 minutes
Battery runtime
40 minutes
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 40 minutes, which is shorter than that of 64.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 18.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
4 hours
Charging time
4 hours
â–² Better than 42% of models
Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 4 hours, which is faster than 42.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 25.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
2,200 mAh
Battery capacity
2,200 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 2,200 mAh, which is smaller than that of 57.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 19.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
22 V
Battery voltage
22 V
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 22 V, which is lower than that of 55.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.7% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
hepa 11
Filter class
hepa 11
â–² Better than 68% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class hepa 11, which is more advanced than the class used by 68.2% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 2.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
95%
Minimum overall efficiency
95%
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 95% minimum overall efficiency, which is lower than that of 89.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
â–² Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
0.8 L
Capacity
0.8 L
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.8 L, which is smaller than that of 54.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7% 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
stick
Weight
3.3 kg
Weight
3.3 kg
â–² Better than 54% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 3.3 kg, which is lower than the weight of 53.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.4% 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
no
Self-standing
no
â–¼ Worse than 19% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not stand on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
yes
Adjustable tube height
yes
â–² Better than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes 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
yes
Nozzle light
yes
â–² Better than 57% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes 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.

Gtech AirRam MK2 vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 500 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    100 W
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (100 W vs 600 W).
    100 W vs 600 W
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 11
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 11 vs hepa).
    hepa 11 vs hepa
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    65-70 dB
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (65-70 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    65-70 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • Includes full bin indicator
    Full bin indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a full bin indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 17.9% higher user score
    User score
    9.4/ 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
    Gtech AirRam MK2
    the average vacuum cleaner
    Gtech AirRam MK2 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (9.43 vs 8.000).
    9.43 vs 8
  • 500 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    100 W
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (100 W vs 600 W).
    100 W vs 600 W
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    65-70 dB
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (65-70 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    65-70 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 37 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    297 mm
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (297 mm vs 260 mm).
    297 mm vs 260 mm
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 11
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 11 vs hepa).
    hepa 11 vs hepa
  • Includes full bin indicator
    Full bin indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a full bin indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 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.
  • 10 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    40 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (40 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    40 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 4.95 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    95 %
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (95 % vs 99.95 %).
    95 % vs 99.95 %
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 300 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,200 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2200 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,200 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • No soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No crevice nozzle
    Flat crevice nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a crevice nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers fewer speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 10 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    40 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (40 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    40 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 300 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,200 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2200 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,200 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 4.95 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    95 %
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (95 % vs 99.95 %).
    95 % vs 99.95 %
  • 0.2 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.8 L
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.8 L vs 1 L).
    0.8 L vs 1 L
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No crevice nozzle
    Flat crevice nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a crevice nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 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.
  • 32 mm wider body
    Width
    297 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (297 mm vs 265 mm).
    297 mm vs 265 mm
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2016
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2016 vs 2021).
    2016 vs 2021

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Based on 21,252 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Gtech AirRam MK2

  • Lightweight design at just 3.2kg making it highly portable and easy to carry up and down stairs.
  • Excellent manoeuvrability with a low-profile handle that lays flat to easily clean under beds and sofas.
  • Decent 40-minute runtime on a single charge with an easy-to-read 4-stage LED battery indicator status.
  • Integrated front-facing LED headlights that effectively illuminate hidden dirt and dust in dark corners.
  • Hygienic and effortless bin emptying system utilizing a slider arm to eject compressed debris.
  • Transitions smoothly between carpets and hard floors automatically without needing to manually adjust any settings.

What we don't like about Gtech AirRam MK2

  • Lacks an integrated handheld conversion mode or a hose attachment for cleaning tight crevices and stairs.
  • Offers only a single suction speed setting with no boost option for deeper ground-in carpet cleaning.
  • Dust container can easily spill its entire contents if tipped at the wrong angle while being removed.
  • Struggles somewhat with edge-to-edge suction, occasionally leaving debris right along skirting boards.
  • Charging a fully depleted 22V lithium-ion battery requires a relatively long 4-hour wait time.

Verdict

The **Gtech AirRam MK2** is a lightweight, bagless, **3.2kg (7 lbs) cordless upright vacuum cleaner** featuring a **22V lithium-ion battery** that provides up to **40 minutes of runtime** after a **4-hour charge**. Its primary characteristics include a low-profile telescoping handle for reaching under furniture, an onboard 4-stage LED battery indicator, and a space-saving, low center of gravity design that concentrates weight on the floor. Key pros include its proprietary **AirLOC Technology** which seals on the backstroke to effectively pull up embedded dust and pet hair from both carpets and hard floors, front-facing LED headlights, and a hygienic **0.8-liter bin** equipped with a slider arm for mess-free dirt ejection. However, notable cons include its **complete lack of included hose attachments or tools**, making it unsuitable for cleaning stairs, tight nooks, or upholstery without purchasing separate handheld accessories.

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