Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£160Suction power (AW):75 AWBattery runtime:35 minutesCapacity:0.45 LWeight:2.6 kg

Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP 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.

6.9

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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.
Score distribution
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Score components

80%

6.7

Technical Score

20%

7.8

User score

â–²Better than 54% of vacuum-cleaners
6.7

Technical Score

Technical score
6.7/ 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%

5.5

Performance

22%

7.2

Battery

18%

6.2

Filtration

14%

8.4

Attachments

10%

7.7

Design

8%

5.8

Smart features

â–²Better than 55% of vacuum-cleaners
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 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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Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on 516 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.
â–¼Worse than 80% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP is a 3-in-1 cordless stick vacuum cleaner and mop that features a 330W Direct Impulse motor delivering 75 AW of suction power at 100,000 rpm, powered by a 22V lithium-ion battery. Key pros include its dual-action capability to vacuum and wash hard floors simultaneously via the Hydro H-Lab brush, an ultra-compact storage design that compresses to just 69 cm, a lightweight build of 2.6 kg, a rapid 2.5-hour charge time, and an autonomy of up to 45 minutes alongside dedicated pet hair accessories. However, main cons include a relatively small 0.45-litre dustbin capacity and a significantly reduced runtime of roughly 8 minutes when utilizing the intense Turbo Boost mode.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP

Technical Score
Technical score
6.7/ 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%

5.5

Performance

22%

7.2

Battery

18%

6.2

Filtration

14%

8.4

Attachments

10%

7.7

Design

8%

5.8

Smart features

6.7
Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP has a technical score of 6.7 points, which is higher than 55.1% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
7.8/ 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%

7.8

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on 516 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.
7.8
Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP has a user score of 7.77 points, which is lower than 79.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
7.7/ 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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Popularity:
Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP has a popularity score of 7.7 points, which is higher than 68.7% of vacuum cleaners.
7.7
Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP has a popularity score of 7.7 points, which is higher than 68.7% 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%

6.9

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

7.7
Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP has a value-for-money score of 7.7 points, which is higher than 50.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
75 AW
Suction power (AW)
75 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 75 AW, which is lower than that of 82% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
15.5 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
15.5 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 15.5 kPa, which is lower than that of 75.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
290 W
Power consumption
290 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 290 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 76.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.4% 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
2.5 hours
Charging time
2.5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 2.5 hours, which is faster than 94.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 3.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
?
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
epa
Filter class
epa
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class epa, which is less advanced than the class used by 84.1% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 2.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
?
Suitable for allergy sufferers
no
Suitable for allergy sufferers
no
This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
0.45 L
Capacity
0.45 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.45 L, which is smaller than that of 88% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.1% 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
multi-surface
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
yes
Mini motorized brush
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes 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
2.6 kg
Weight
2.6 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.6 kg, which is lower than the weight of 74.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.4% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
yes
2-in-1 design
yes
This vacuum cleaner offers a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
no
Self-standing
no
This vacuum cleaner does not stand 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
no
Auto suction adjustment
no
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
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
no
LED display
no
This vacuum cleaner does not include an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
yes
Nozzle light
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes 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.

Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 1.5 hours faster charging
    Charging time
    2.5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges faster than the average vacuum cleaner (2.5 hours vs 4 hours).
    2.5 hours vs 4 hours
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Supports mopping
    Mopping support
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports mopping, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 28.2% lower weight
    Weight
    2.6 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.6 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.6 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 310 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    290 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (290 W vs 600 W).
    290 W vs 600 W
  • 1 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    3
    This vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 1.5 hours faster charging
    Charging time
    2.5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges faster than the average vacuum cleaner (2.5 hours vs 4 hours).
    2.5 hours vs 4 hours
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 28.2% lower weight
    Weight
    2.6 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.6 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.6 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • Includes wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 70 mm shallower body
    Depth
    195 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is less deep than the average vacuum cleaner (195 mm vs 265 mm).
    195 mm vs 265 mm
  • 13 mm narrower body
    Width
    252 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (252 mm vs 265 mm).
    252 mm vs 265 mm
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Supports mopping
    Mopping support
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports mopping, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    84-84 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (84-84 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    84-84 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 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
  • 75 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    75 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (75 AW vs 150 AW).
    75 AW vs 150 AW
  • 0.55 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.45 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.5 L vs 1 L).
    0.45 L vs 1 L
  • 4.5 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    15.5 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (15.5 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    15.5 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • Not allergy-friendly
    Suitable for allergy sufferers
    no
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    epa
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (epa vs hepa).
    epa vs hepa
  • 2.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 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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    Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP
    the average vacuum cleaner
    Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (7.77 vs 8.000).
    7.77 vs 8
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    84-84 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (84-84 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    84-84 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 75 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    75 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (75 AW vs 150 AW).
    75 AW vs 150 AW
  • 4.5 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    15.5 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (15.5 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    15.5 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 8 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    252 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (252 mm vs 260 mm).
    252 mm vs 260 mm
  • 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
  • 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
  • 2 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    10 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (10 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    10 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 0.55 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.45 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.5 L vs 1 L).
    0.45 L vs 1 L
  • Not allergy-friendly
    Suitable for allergy sufferers
    no
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    epa
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (epa vs hepa).
    epa vs hepa
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 516 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP?

  • Extremely lightweight and easy to carry between rooms or upstairs
  • Highly compact storage format that compresses down to 69 cm in height
  • Simultaneous vacuuming and mopping capabilities via the Hydro floor head
  • Excellent maneuverability around furniture thanks to the flexible flat-and-drive nozzle
  • Removable battery pack that can be charged independently anywhere in the home
  • Bright front LED headlight visibility for illuminating dirt in dark corners

What customers dislike about Hoover H-FREE 500 HYDRO HF522YSP?

  • Very small dustbin capacity of 0.45 liters requiring frequent emptying
  • Short runtime when operating in the high-suction Turbo power mode
  • Relatively weak suction in the lowest power setting compared to premium rivals
  • Loud operational noise when using maximum suction or turbo speeds
  • Aggressive suction seal on flat-weave or thin area rugs can prevent smooth movement

Expert reviews

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02/03/2021
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02/03/2021
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01/11/2020
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11/10/2026
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