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Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:40 minutesCapacity:0.9 LWeight:2.5 kg

Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122 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.

6.7

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 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
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

80%

6.2

Technical Score

20%

8.7

User score

▼Worse than 54% of vacuum-cleaners
6.2

Technical Score

Technical score
6.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

28%

5.6

Performance

22%

5.2

Battery

18%

8.6

Filtration

14%

5.1

Attachments

10%

8.4

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

▼Worse than 70% of vacuum-cleaners
8.7

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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

8.7

Number of reviews

Based on 1,324 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 86% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122 is a bagless, 3-in-1 cordless stick vacuum cleaner powered by a removable 22V lithium-ion battery that delivers a runtime of up to 25 to 40 minutes, depending on the power mode. Key technical features include a generous 0.9-litre easy-empty dust bin, single cyclone separation technology, an LED nozzle light on the motorized floorhead, and onboard storage for its crevice tool and dusting brush. Weighing 2.5 kg, its main advantages are its highly lightweight and maneuverable design, seamless conversion into a handheld unit, and a continuous power trigger lock that eliminates the need to hold the button while cleaning. However, notable drawbacks include a lengthy 6-hour battery recharge time and a lower suction power of 40 Airwatts compared to higher-end cordless models.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122

Technical Score
Technical score
6.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components:

28%

5.6

Performance

22%

5.2

Battery

18%

8.6

Filtration

14%

5.1

Attachments

10%

8.4

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

6.2
Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122 has a technical score of 6.2 points, which is lower than 70.3% of vacuum cleaners.
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.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

8.7

Number of reviews

Based on 1,324 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.
8.7
Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122 has a user score of 8.69 points, which is higher than 86.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
8.7/ 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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 79% of models
Popularity:
Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122 has a popularity score of 8.7 points, which is higher than 79.5% of vacuum cleaners.
8.7
Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122 has a popularity score of 8.7 points, which is higher than 79.5% 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 50% of models
Score components:

60%

6.7

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

7.7
Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122 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)
6.5 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
6.5 kPa
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 6.5 kPa, which is lower than that of 98% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushed
Power consumption
170 W
Power consumption
170 W
▲ Better than 88% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 170 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 87.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.7% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
yes
Cordless
yes
▲ 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
▼ 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
6 hours
Charging time
6 hours
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 6 hours, which is slower than 95.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 4.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
2000 mAh
Battery capacity
2000 mAh
▼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 2000 mAh, which is smaller than that of 79.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 18.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
21.6 V
Battery voltage
21.6 V
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 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
▼ Worse than 38% of models
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
99.97%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.97%
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.97% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 59.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 19.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
▲ Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
0.9 L
Capacity
0.9 L
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.9 L, which is smaller than that of 51.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
▲ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
no
Suitable for pet owners
no
▼ Worse than 72% of models
This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
stick
Weight
2.5 kg
Weight
2.5 kg
▲ Better than 77% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.5 kg, which is lower than the weight of 77.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.6% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
yes
2-in-1 design
yes
▲ Better than 47% of models
This vacuum cleaner offers a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
yes
Self-standing
yes
▲ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
▲ 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
▼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122 vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Self-standing design
    Self-standing
    yes
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    This vacuum cleaner stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 430 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    170 W
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (170 W vs 600 W).
    170 W vs 600 W
  • 30.9% lower weight
    Weight
    2.5 kg
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.5 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.5 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 6 minutes longer turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    18 minutes
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (18 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    18 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 8.6% 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.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.69 vs 8.000).
    8.69 vs 8
  • 430 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    170 W
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (170 W vs 600 W).
    170 W vs 600 W
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 6 minutes longer turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    18 minutes
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (18 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    18 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 0.02 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.97 %
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.97 % vs 99.95 %
  • Self-standing design
    Self-standing
    yes
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    This vacuum cleaner stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 30.9% lower weight
    Weight
    2.5 kg
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.5 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.5 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • Includes wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    41-86 dB
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (41-86 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    41-86 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 13.5 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    6.5 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (6.5 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    6.5 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 2 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    6 hours
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (6 hours vs 4 hours).
    6 hours vs 4 hours
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • 500 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2000 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2000 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,000 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 10 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    40 minutes
    ▼ 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
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    ▼ 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
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    41-86 dB
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (41-86 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    41-86 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 13.5 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    6.5 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (6.5 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    6.5 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    ▼ 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
  • 40 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    220 mm
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (220 mm vs 260 mm).
    220 mm vs 260 mm
  • 2 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    6 hours
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (6 hours vs 4 hours).
    6 hours vs 4 hours
  • 10 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    40 minutes
    ▼ 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
  • 500 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2000 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2000 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,000 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 0.6 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    21.6 V
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 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
  • 0.1 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.9 L
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.9 L vs 1 L).
    0.9 L vs 1 L
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 1,324 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122?

  • Lightweight and easy to maneuver
  • Good suction on hard floors and carpets
  • Large 0.9L dust container that is easy to empty
  • Strong value for money
  • Front LED lights on the floor head help illuminate dark corners
  • Convenient continuous-power mode means you do not always need to hold the trigger
  • Removable 22V battery can be charged separately

What customers dislike about Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122?

  • Battery charging time is quite long at around 5 to 6 hours
  • Runtime is limited in Turbo mode at roughly 15 to 18 minutes
  • Some users find the handle area a bit heavy or unbalanced
  • The crevice tool is considered too short by some reviewers
  • Noise levels are slightly high
  • Connections and buttons between parts can feel stiff or hard to release

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