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Hoover HF122RH 011 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Suction power (AW):24 AWBattery runtime:40 minutesCapacity:0.9 LWeight:2.63 kg

Hoover HF122RH 011 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.

6.4

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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 74% of models
Score components

80%

5.8

Technical Score

20%

8.9

User score

â–¼Worse than 74% 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 93% of models
Score components

28%

4.6

Performance

22%

5.5

Battery

18%

7.2

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

8.3

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 93% 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 10,538 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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Verdict

The Hoover H-FREE 100 HF122RH 011 is a 2-in-1 cordless stick and handheld bagless vacuum cleaner featuring a 170W motor, single cyclonic filtration technology, and a 22V removable lithium-ion battery that delivers up to 40 minutes of runtime. Weighing 2.4 kg, it includes a generous 0.9-litre easy-empty dust bin, a continuous power mode trigger lock, and a motorized floor nozzle integrated with front LED lights for enhanced under-furniture visibility. Main advantages include its lightweight maneuverability, tools stored conveniently on-board, and a large bin capacity that reduces emptying frequency; however, prominent drawbacks include a long 12-hour full battery charging cycle, a high noise level of up to 86 dB, and a single-speed power level that lacks variable suction adjustment.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Hoover HF122RH 011

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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

28%

4.6

Performance

22%

5.5

Battery

18%

7.2

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

8.3

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

5.8
Hoover HF122RH 011 has a technical score of 5.8 points, which is lower than 93% of vacuum cleaners.
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 10,538 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
Hoover HF122RH 011 has a user score of 8.88 points, which is higher than 90.8% of vacuum cleaners.
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:
Hoover HF122RH 011 has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.9% of vacuum cleaners.
10
Hoover HF122RH 011 has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.5/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

6.4

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

7.5
Hoover HF122RH 011 has a value-for-money score of 7.5 points, which is lower than 60.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
24 AW
Suction power (AW)
24 AW
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 24 AW, which is lower than that of 97% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
6.5 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
6.5 kPa
â–¼ 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
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
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
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
21.6 V
Battery voltage
21.6 V
â–¼ 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
epa
Filter class
epa
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
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
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
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
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
2.63 kg
Weight
2.63 kg
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.63 kg, which is lower than the weight of 73.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.7% 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 HF122RH 011 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 27.3% lower weight
    Weight
    2.63 kg
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.6 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.63 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 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.
  • 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
    Hoover HF122RH 011
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Hoover HF122RH 011 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.88 vs 8.000).
    8.88 vs 8
  • 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.
  • 6 minutes longer turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    18 minutes
    â–² 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
  • 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.
  • 27.3% lower weight
    Weight
    2.63 kg
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.6 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.63 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 13.5 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    6.5 kPa
    â–¼ 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
  • 126 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    24 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (24 AW vs 150 AW).
    24 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
  • 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
  • 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
    epa
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (epa vs hepa).
    epa vs hepa
  • 2.1% worse value for money
    Hoover HF122RH 011 offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.49 vs 7.6).
    7.49 vs 7.65
  • 13.5 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    6.5 kPa
    â–¼ 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
  • 126 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    24 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (24 AW vs 150 AW).
    24 AW vs 150 AW
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    78-78 dB
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (78-78 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    78-78 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 0.6 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    21.6 V
    â–¼ 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
  • 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
    epa
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (epa vs hepa).
    epa 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.
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2019
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2019 vs 2021).
    2019 vs 2021

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Third-party reviews

Based on 10,538 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Hoover HF122RH 011?

  • Excellent value for money
  • Convenient 2-in-1 design that converts easily to a handheld unit
  • Generous 0.9-liter dust container capacity
  • Useful front LED lights on the nozzle for visibility under furniture
  • Removable battery pack that can be charged away from the vacuum body
  • Handy freestanding capability (Park & Go position)
  • Continuous power trigger lock avoids finger strain

What customers dislike about Hoover HF122RH 011?

  • ECO mode suction power is considered too weak by some users
  • High noise level during operation
  • Relatively long battery charging time (up to 6 hours)
  • Charging requires manually plugging in a jack cable instead of a wall dock contact
  • Basic single LED battery indicator does not show exact remaining percentage
  • Can feel slightly heavy or less maneuverable for some users

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