OVERALL
ALTERNATIVES
SPECS
VS AVERAGE
REVIEWS
Scored using Vacuum Cleaners Methodology v1.0
Vacuum Cleaners Methodology v1.0
Mathematical & Unbiased Scoring
Products in this category are evaluated mathematically under Frontumo Vacuum Cleaners Methodology v1.0 using verified laboratory benchmarks, technical specifications, and authentic consumer ratings with 0% commercial bias.
Explore Vacuum Cleaners Methodology v1.0

Hoover HF322HM 011 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£190Suction power (AW):65 AWBattery runtime:25 minutesCapacity:0.7 LWeight:2.5 kg

Hoover HF322HM 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.

6.3

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

80%

6.3

Technical Score

20%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 84% of vacuum-cleaners
6.3

Technical Score

Technical score
6.3/ 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 69% of models
Score components

28%

5.3

Performance

22%

6.0

Battery

18%

7.2

Filtration

14%

6.5

Attachments

10%

8.4

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 69% 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

  • No image
No image

Best prices

    N/A~ £190

Best rankings

Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Loading category ranking...

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Hoover HF322HM 011

Technical Score
Technical score
6.3/ 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 69% of models
Score components:

28%

5.3

Performance

22%

6.0

Battery

18%

7.2

Filtration

14%

6.5

Attachments

10%

8.4

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

6.3
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
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Hoover HF322HM 011 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
1.0
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components:

60%

6.3

Overall score

40%

9.5

Price

7.2
Suction power (AW)
65 AW
Suction power (AW)
65 AW
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 65 AW, which is lower than that of 85.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
12.5 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
12.5 kPa
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 12.5 kPa, which is lower than that of 86.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
240 W
Power consumption
240 W
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 240 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 81.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Show more
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
25 minutes
Battery runtime
25 minutes
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 25 minutes, which is shorter than that of 95.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
2.5 hours
Charging time
2.5 hours
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <3 hours – >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
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.
Show more
Filter class
hepa
Filter class
hepa
â–¼ 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%
â–² 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
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
0.7 L
Capacity
0.7 L
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.7 L, which is smaller than that of 62.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.9% 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.
Show more
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.
Show more
Vacuum type
stick
Weight
2.5 kg
Weight
2.5 kg
â–² 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
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.
Show more
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 HF322HM 011 vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 1.5 hours faster charging
    Charging time
    2.5 hours
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >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
    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 parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, 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.
  • 30.9% lower weight
    Weight
    2.5 kg
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 360 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    240 W
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (240 W vs 600 W).
    240 W vs 600 W
  • 360 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    240 W
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (240 W vs 600 W).
    240 W vs 600 W
  • 1 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    3
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    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
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >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
    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.
  • 0.02 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.97 %
    â–² 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 %
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, 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.
  • 30.9% lower weight
    Weight
    2.5 kg
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 13 mm narrower body
    Width
    252 mm
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 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
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 25 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    25 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (25 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    25 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 7.5 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    12.5 kPa
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (12.5 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    12.5 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 85 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    65 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (65 AW vs 150 AW).
    65 AW vs 150 AW
  • 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
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    80-80 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 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.
  • 0.3 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.7 L
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.7 L vs 1 L).
    0.7 L vs 1 L
  • 5.7% worse value for money
    Hoover HF322HM 011 offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.24 vs 7.6).
    7.24 vs 7.65
  • 26.7% more expensive
    Hoover HF322HM 011 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£190 vs £150).
    £190 vs £150
  • 7.5 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    12.5 kPa
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (12.5 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    12.5 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 85 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    65 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (65 AW vs 150 AW).
    65 AW vs 150 AW
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    80-80 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 40 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    220 mm
    â–¼ 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
  • 25 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    25 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (25 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    25 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
  • 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.
  • 0.3 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.7 L
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.7 L vs 1 L).
    0.7 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.
  • 50 mm taller body
    Height
    1,150 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1150 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,150 mm vs 1,100 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

T
trustedreviews.com
16/03/2021
Summary of the review
Hoover H-Free 300 Review
T
t3.com
03/03/2021
Summary of the review
Hoover H-Free 300 review: perky performance from this affordable cordless vac

Third-party reviews

What we like about Hoover HF322HM 011

  • Lightweight and highly maneuverable body
  • Dual LED headlights effectively expose hidden dust
  • Impressively quiet motor during standard operation
  • Park & Go feature allows it to stand upright independently
  • Removable battery pack enables convenient charging anywhere
  • Brush release system makes it simple to remove tangled hair

What we don't like about Hoover HF322HM 011

  • Suction power can feel lacking on deep carpets without Turbo mode
  • Battery life drains very quickly (around 10-12 minutes) when using Turbo mode
  • Attachments and main wand connections can be stiff and difficult to separate
  • Included instructions rely heavily on unclear pictures and are hard to follow
  • Long initial battery charging cycle taking roughly 5 to 6 hours
  • The plastic flexi tube on the floor head has been flagged for durability issues

Verdict

The Hoover H-FREE 300 HOME HF322HM 011 is a 22V bagless cordless stick vacuum cleaner featuring a Direct Impulse Motor that spins at 80,000 RPM to deliver 65 air watts of suction power, alongside a 0.7-litre dust bin and a dual LED DustLocator lighting system. Highly praised for its lightweight 2.5 kg design, 2.5-hour fast-charging battery, excellent 90 to 180-degree flat-and-drive nozzle maneuverability, and continuous power button that eliminates finger strain, its multi-functionality easily converts it into a handheld unit. However, its battery life decreases rapidly from 40 minutes in auto mode to just 12 minutes under intensive turbo use, and the 0.7-litre bin requires frequent emptying during larger whole-house cleans.

Compare Hoover HF322HM 011 with other vacuum cleaners

1Product to compare no. 1
VS
2Product to compare no. 2
VS
3Product to compare no. 3 (optional)

Graphic comparison of Hoover HF322HM 011 and other vacuum cleaners

No results found