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Avg. price:~£90Suction power (AW):25 AWBattery runtime:30 minutesCapacity:0.9 LWeight:2.4 kg

Hoover HF103X 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.

5.8

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

80%

5.8

Technical Score

20%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 98% of vacuum-cleaners
5.8

Technical Score

Technical score
5.8/ 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 94% of models
Score components

28%

5.5

Performance

22%

4.6

Battery

18%

6.7

Filtration

14%

5.1

Attachments

10%

9.0

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 94% of vacuum-cleaners
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Verdict

The Hoover HF103X (HF1) is a 22V, bagless cordless stick vacuum cleaner featuring a 170W motor, single cyclone technology with fabric filtration, and a sizeable 0.9-litre dust container. Its standout characteristics include a highly flexible tube for reaching under low furniture, an integrated front LED light on the multi-surface electrobrush to reveal hidden debris, a Quick Park & Go feature allowing the unit to stand upright temporarily on hard floors, and a continuous suction trigger lock. Key pros highlight its lightweight 2.5 kg design, removable lithium-ion battery offering up to a 30-minute runtime, and convenient onboard crevice and dusting tools. On the downside, the vacuum is limited by a single power control level (requiring an automatic or manual shift to a power-draining turbo mode for tougher tasks), an 86 dB noise level, and a bulky bin assembly that can make the unit feel slightly top-heavy during extended use.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Hoover HF103X

Technical Score
Technical score
5.8/ 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 94% of models
Score components:

28%

5.5

Performance

22%

4.6

Battery

18%

6.7

Filtration

14%

5.1

Attachments

10%

9.0

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

5.8
Hoover HF103X has a technical score of 5.8 points, which is lower than 93.6% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Hoover HF103X has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
1.0
Hoover HF103X has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.1/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

60%

5.8

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.1
Hoover HF103X has a value-for-money score of 7.1 points, which is lower than 92.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
25 AW
Suction power (AW)
25 AW
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 25 AW, which is lower than that of 94.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushed
Power consumption
170 W
Power consumption
170 W
â–² 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
â–² Better than 51% of models
This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
30 minutes
Battery runtime
30 minutes
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 30 minutes, which is shorter than that of 89.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
6 hours
Charging time
6 hours
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
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
standard
Filter class
standard
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class standard, which is less advanced than the class used by 93.2% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 6.8% 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
0.9 L
Capacity
0.9 L
â–¼ 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
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
multi-surface
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
no
Suitable for pet owners
no
â–¼ 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
2.4 kg
Weight
2.4 kg
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.4 kg, which is lower than the weight of 82.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.1% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
yes
2-in-1 design
yes
â–² 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
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
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.

Hoover HF103X 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.
  • 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.
  • 33.7% lower weight
    Weight
    2.4 kg
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.4 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.4 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 430 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    170 W
    â–² 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
  • 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 foldable tube
    Foldable tube
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a foldable tube, 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.
  • 66.7% cheaper
    Hoover HF103X is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£90 vs £150).
    £90 vs £150
  • 430 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    170 W
    â–² 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
    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.
  • 3 minutes longer turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    15 minutes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (15 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    15 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 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.
  • 33.7% lower weight
    Weight
    2.4 kg
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.4 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.4 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • Includes foldable tube
    Foldable tube
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a foldable tube, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has a newer release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2024 vs 2021).
    Released in January 2024.
    2024 vs 2021
  • 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.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    86-86 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (86-86 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    86-86 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 20 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    30 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (30 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    30 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 125 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    25 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (25 AW vs 150 AW).
    25 AW vs 150 AW
  • 2 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    6 hours
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 8.4% worse value for money
    Hoover HF103X offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.06 vs 7.6).
    7.06 vs 7.65
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    86-86 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (86-86 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    86-86 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 125 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    25 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (25 AW vs 150 AW).
    25 AW vs 150 AW
  • 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
  • 20 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    30 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (30 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    30 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 2 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    6 hours
    â–¼ 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
  • 500 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2000 mAh
    â–¼ 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
  • 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
    standard
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (standard vs hepa).
    standard vs hepa
  • 0.1 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.9 L
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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

What customers like about Hoover HF103X?

  • Good value for the price
  • Highly maneuverable and flexible design with a practical foldable stick
  • Convenient built-in and stored accessories (crevice nozzle and furniture brush)
  • Generous 0.9-liter dust bin capacity that requires less frequent emptying
  • Quiet operation during standard use
  • Effective integrated front LED lights for visibility in dark areas
  • Lightweight and user-friendly build
  • Stands upright on its own with the 'Quick Park & Go' feature

What customers dislike about Hoover HF103X?

  • Turbo mode power underwhelms some users
  • Dust container size can make the unit feel slightly top-heavy or strenuous on the wrist during extended use
  • Relatively short battery life (around 15 minutes) when utilized continuously in turbo mode
  • Suction strength is better suited for smaller properties and lighter everyday cleaning than heavy-duty performance

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

Q
quechoisir.org
02/02/2024
Summary of the review
Hoover HF1 HF103X Review - Cordless Stick Vacuum - Que Choisir
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