Hoover HF2 Ultra Light Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130Suction power (AW):25 AWBattery runtime:40 minutesCapacity:1 LWeight:2.3 kg

Hoover HF2 Ultra Light 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
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Score components

80%

7.0

Technical Score

20%

6.7

User score

▲Better than 57% of vacuum-cleaners
7.0

Technical Score

Technical score
7.0/ 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%

6.6

Performance

22%

7.0

Battery

18%

7.1

Filtration

14%

8.1

Attachments

10%

7.8

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

▲Better than 68% of vacuum-cleaners
6.7

User score

User score
6.7/ 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%

7.1

User ratings

30%

5.7

Number of reviews

Based on 77 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.
▼Worse than 97% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Hoover HF2 Ultra Light is a 165W, 14.4V cordless stick vacuum cleaner that features a 2-in-1 convertible handheld design, a bagless single cyclone system, and 3 power settings (Eco, Standard, Turbo). Its main highlights include a highly maneuverable, ultra-lightweight frame weighing just 2.35kg, integrated LED headlights on the multi-floor nozzle, Anti-Hair Wrap technology, and an Ultra Compact X3 system that compresses dust to effectively triple the bin capacity from 0.33L to 1L. However, its primary drawbacks are a lengthy 3.5-to-4-hour charging time, a limited maximum runtime of up to 40 minutes on its lowest setting (which drops significantly in Turbo mode), a relatively high 85dB noise level, and limited suction power on heavier debris compared to plug-in models.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Hoover HF2 Ultra Light

Technical Score
Technical score
7.0/ 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%

6.6

Performance

22%

7.0

Battery

18%

7.1

Filtration

14%

8.1

Attachments

10%

7.8

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

7.0
Hoover HF2 Ultra Light has a technical score of 7 points, which is higher than 68% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
6.7/ 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
Score components

70%

7.1

User ratings

30%

5.7

Number of reviews

Based on 77 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.
6.7
Hoover HF2 Ultra Light has a user score of 6.66 points, which is lower than 96.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
5.7/ 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.
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Popularity:
Hoover HF2 Ultra Light has a popularity score of 5.7 points, which is higher than 49.5% of vacuum cleaners.
5.7
Hoover HF2 Ultra Light has a popularity score of 5.7 points, which is higher than 49.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.8/ 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.
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Score components:

60%

6.9

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

7.8
Hoover HF2 Ultra Light has a value-for-money score of 7.8 points, which is higher than 60% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
25 AW
Suction power (AW)
25 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
brushless
Power consumption
165 W
Power consumption
165 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 165 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 88.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.2% 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
40 minutes
Battery runtime
40 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
3.5 hours
Charging time
3.5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 3.5 hours, which is faster than 69.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 16.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
2,500 mAh
Battery capacity
2,500 mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 2,500 mAh, which is larger than that of 48.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 24.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
14.4 V
Battery voltage
14.4 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 14.4 V, which is lower than that of 96.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.2% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
epa 10
Filter class
epa 10
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class epa 10, which is more advanced than the class used by 62.2% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 2.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
85%
Minimum overall efficiency
85%
This vacuum cleaner reaches 85% minimum overall efficiency, which is lower than that of 94.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
1 L
Capacity
1 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 1 L, which is larger than that of 48.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.4% 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
roll brush
Roller type
soft
Anti-tangle brush
yes
Anti-tangle brush
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes 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
2.3 kg
Weight
2.3 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.3 kg, which is lower than the weight of 84.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.2% 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
no
Mopping support
no
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Hoover HF2 Ultra Light vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 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 anti-tangle brush
    Anti-tangle brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle 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.
  • 36.5% lower weight
    Weight
    2.3 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.3 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.3 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    66.2-69.3 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (66.2-69.3 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    66.2-69.3 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 435 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    165 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (165 W vs 600 W).
    165 W vs 600 W
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    66.2-69.3 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (66.2-69.3 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    66.2-69.3 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 435 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    165 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (165 W vs 600 W).
    165 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
  • 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.
  • 0.5 hours faster charging
    Charging time
    3.5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges faster than the average vacuum cleaner (3.5 hours vs 4 hours).
    3.5 hours vs 4 hours
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    epa 10
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (epa 10 vs hepa).
    epa 10 vs hepa
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes anti-tangle brush
    Anti-tangle brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 36.5% lower weight
    Weight
    2.3 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.3 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.3 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.
  • 61 mm shallower body
    Depth
    204 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is less deep than the average vacuum cleaner (204 mm vs 265 mm).
    204 mm vs 265 mm
  • Newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    This vacuum cleaner has a newer release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2024 vs 2021).
    2024 vs 2021
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 125 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    25 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (25 AW vs 150 AW).
    25 AW vs 150 AW
  • 14.95 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    85 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (85 % vs 99.95 %).
    85 % vs 99.95 %
  • 10 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    40 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
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 7.8 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    14.4 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (14.4 V vs 22.2 V).
    14.4 V vs 22.2 V
  • 20.2% lower user score
    User score
    6.7/ 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.
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    Hoover HF2 Ultra Light
    the average vacuum cleaner
    Hoover HF2 Ultra Light has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (6.66 vs 8.000).
    6.66 vs 8
  • 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
  • 20.2% lower user score
    User score
    6.7/ 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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    ▼
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    Hoover HF2 Ultra Light
    the average vacuum cleaner
    Hoover HF2 Ultra Light has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (6.66 vs 8.000).
    6.66 vs 8
  • 125 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    25 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (25 AW vs 150 AW).
    25 AW vs 150 AW
  • 10 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    40 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (40 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    40 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 7.8 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    14.4 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (14.4 V vs 22.2 V).
    14.4 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
  • 14.95 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    85 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (85 % vs 99.95 %).
    85 % vs 99.95 %
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 77 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Hoover HF2 Ultra Light?

  • Extremely lightweight and easy to maneuver around furniture or carry up stairs.
  • Great value for money compared to premium alternatives.
  • Effective at picking up pet hair and fine dust.
  • Anti-twist floorhead prevents hair from tangling around the brush bar.
  • Converts easily into a compact handheld device for cars and tight spots.
  • Equipped with useful front LED lights on the nozzle to illuminate hidden dirt.
  • Features a mess-free dust compaction system that expands the collection capacity.

What customers dislike about Hoover HF2 Ultra Light?

  • Suction power is limited and may struggle on thicker carpets or deep cleaning tasks.
  • Battery drains quickly when used on maximum Turbo mode (lasting only about 10–11 minutes).
  • Long battery recharge time, requiring up to 3.5 to 4 hours to full capacity.
  • The dust container is physically small and requires frequent emptying.
  • Cannot stand upright on its own without using the wall mount.
  • Some users report a temperamental or poorly designed on/off switch.

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