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Hoover Reactiv RC81 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£160Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:2 LWeight:4.9 kg

Hoover Reactiv RC81 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.

7.1

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components

80%

6.7

Technical Score

20%

8.9

User score

▲Better than 66% of vacuum-cleaners
6.7

Technical Score

Technical score
6.7/ 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
▲ Better than 56% of models
Score components

28%

7.5

Performance

22%

3.5

Battery

18%

9.4

Filtration

14%

9.0

Attachments

10%

5.4

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

▲Better than 56% 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.5

Number of reviews

Based on 2,772 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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Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Hoover Reactiv RC81

Technical Score
Technical score
6.7/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 56% of models
Score components:

28%

7.5

Performance

22%

3.5

Battery

18%

9.4

Filtration

14%

9.0

Attachments

10%

5.4

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

6.7
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.5

Number of reviews

Based on 2,772 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
Popularity
Popularity
9.5/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 88% of models
Popularity:
Hoover Reactiv RC81 has a popularity score of 9.5 points, which is higher than 87.7% of vacuum cleaners.
9.5
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 67% of models
Score components:

60%

7.1

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

7.9
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
Universal motor
Power consumption
800 W
Power consumption
800 W
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 800 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 77.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 4.5% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
▼ Worse than 50% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery voltage
N/A
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Filter class
hepa 13
Filter class
hepa 13
▲ Better than 80% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class hepa 13, which is more advanced than the class used by 80.4% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 18% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
99.95%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.95%
▼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.95% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 32% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 26.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
▲ Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
2 L
Capacity
2 L
▲ Better than 69% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 2 L, which is larger than that of 69% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
▲ 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
classic
Roller type
none
Anti-tangle brush
no
Anti-tangle brush
no
▼ 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
yes
Mini motorized brush
yes
▲ Better than 73% of models
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
▲ Better than 28% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
canister
Weight
4.9 kg
Weight
4.9 kg
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 4.9 kg, which is greater than the weight of 70% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.4% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
▼ Worse than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not offer a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
no
Self-standing
no
▼ Worse than 19% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not stand on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
yes
Adjustable tube height
yes
▲ Better than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes adjustable tube height. 47.4% of vacuum cleaners offer this ergonomic feature.
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Auto suction adjustment
no
Auto suction adjustment
no
▼ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
no
Nozzle light
no
▼ Worse than 43% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
no
Mopping support
no
▼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Hoover Reactiv RC81 vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 13
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 13 vs hepa).
    hepa 13 vs hepa
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 752 mm shorter body
    Height
    348 mm
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (348 mm vs 1100 mm).
    348 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 1 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    2 L
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2 L vs 1 L).
    2 L vs 1 L
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    75-75 dB
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (75-75 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    75-75 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 10.9% 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
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Hoover Reactiv RC81
    the average vacuum cleaner
    Hoover Reactiv RC81 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.87 vs 8.000).
    8.87 vs 8
  • 10.9% 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
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Hoover Reactiv RC81
    the average vacuum cleaner
    Hoover Reactiv RC81 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.87 vs 8.000).
    8.87 vs 8
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    75-75 dB
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (75-75 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    75-75 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 13
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 13 vs hepa).
    hepa 13 vs hepa
  • 1 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    2 L
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2 L vs 1 L).
    2 L vs 1 L
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 752 mm shorter body
    Height
    348 mm
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (348 mm vs 1100 mm).
    348 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 35.4% higher weight
    Weight
    4.9 kg
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (4.9 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    4.9 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 1.5 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    5 m
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (5 m vs 6.5 m).
    5 m vs 6.5 m
  • 200 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    800 W
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (800 W vs 600 W).
    800 W vs 600 W
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    ▼ 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
  • 42 mm wider body
    Width
    307 mm
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (307 mm vs 265 mm).
    307 mm vs 265 mm
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2016
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2016 vs 2021).
    2016 vs 2021
  • 83 mm deeper body
    Depth
    348 mm
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (348 mm vs 265 mm).
    348 mm vs 265 mm
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    ▼ 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
  • 200 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    800 W
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (800 W vs 600 W).
    800 W vs 600 W
  • 1.5 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    5 m
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (5 m vs 6.5 m).
    5 m vs 6.5 m
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 35.4% higher weight
    Weight
    4.9 kg
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (4.9 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    4.9 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 42 mm wider body
    Width
    307 mm
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (307 mm vs 265 mm).
    307 mm vs 265 mm
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2016
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2016 vs 2021).
    2016 vs 2021
  • 83 mm deeper body
    Depth
    348 mm
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (348 mm vs 265 mm).
    348 mm vs 265 mm

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24/10/2017
Summary of the review
Vacuum cleaners: Great on parquet, a flop on carpet
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Third-party reviews

Based on 2,772 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Hoover Reactiv RC81

  • Strong and precise suction power across multiple floor types
  • Large 2-liter dustbin capacity reduces the frequency of emptying
  • Hygienic one-button dirt disposal mechanism avoids contact with dust
  • Generous selection of specialized accessories including a mini turbo brush and parquet brush
  • Effective at picking up stubborn pet hair and fine dust
  • Relatively quiet operation compared to other vacuums in its category

What we don't like about Hoover Reactiv RC81

  • The 5-meter power cord is considered somewhat short by some users
  • Heavy canister unit weighing approximately 9 kilograms impacts portability
  • Filters require frequent washing and maintenance to prevent a drop in suction
  • Plastic components and hose attachments can feel rigid or less durable over time

Verdict

The Hoover Reactiv RC81 is a corded, bagless cyclonic canister vacuum cleaner powered by an 800-watt motor that operates at a relatively quiet noise level of 75 decibels. Main characteristics include a 2-litre dust capacity bin, an 8-metre operating radius, a metal telescopic tube, and rubberized wheels. Its primary pros are an energy-efficient AAAA cleaning performance rating across multiple floor types, an easy-to-empty hygienic bin system, and the inclusion of specialized attachments like a mini turbo nozzle for pet hair removal and a parquet brush. On the downside, the vacuum requires frequent filter cleaning to maintain optimal suction power, and its design includes an inclined filter arrangement that can complicate daily maintenance.

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