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INSE N5S Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Suction power (AW):175 AWBattery runtime:45 minutesCapacity:1.2 LWeight:2.27 kg

INSE N5S 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
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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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â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

80%

7.4

Technical Score

20%

5.9

User score

â–²Better than 66% of vacuum-cleaners
7.4

Technical Score

Technical score
7.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

28%

7.8

Performance

22%

6.4

Battery

18%

9.0

Filtration

14%

6.5

Attachments

10%

8.8

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

â–²Better than 76% of vacuum-cleaners
5.9

User score

User score
5.9/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

User ratings

30%

3.9

Number of reviews

Based on 14 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.
â–¼Worse than 99% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The INSE N5S is a 6-in-1 cordless stick vacuum cleaner powered by a 145W motor that delivers up to 12KPa (or up to 20KPa depending on the variant) of suction power across standard and max modes. It features a 5-stage fully sealed cyclone filtration system with a HEPA filter, a highly flexible motorized brush head with LED lights, and a 6-cell 2200mAh removable battery that provides a 30 to 45-minute runtime. Key pros include its ultra-lightweight 3.2-pound design, an adjustable extension tube for multi-surface versatility, a larger-than-average 1.2L dustbin, and an affordable price point. However, notable cons include below-average deep cleaning performance on medium-to-high pile carpets, a pre-motor filter that clogs easily with fine debris, and a brush roll that easily tangles with long hair.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner INSE N5S

Technical Score
Technical score
7.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components:

28%

7.8

Performance

22%

6.4

Battery

18%

9.0

Filtration

14%

6.5

Attachments

10%

8.8

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

7.4
INSE N5S has a technical score of 7.4 points, which is higher than 75.6% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
5.9/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

User ratings

30%

3.9

Number of reviews

Based on 14 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.
5.9
INSE N5S has a user score of 5.93 points, which is lower than 99.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
3.9/ 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 58% of models
Popularity:
INSE N5S has a popularity score of 3.9 points, which is lower than 58.1% of vacuum cleaners.
3.9
INSE N5S has a popularity score of 3.9 points, which is lower than 58.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.0/ 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–² Better than 72% of models
Score components:

60%

7.1

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.0
INSE N5S has a value-for-money score of 8 points, which is higher than 72.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
175 AW
Suction power (AW)
175 AW
â–² Better than 62% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 175 AW, which is higher than that of 61.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
20 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
20 kPa
â–² Better than 49% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 20 kPa, which is higher than that of 49.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 8% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
145 W
Power consumption
145 W
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 145 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 91.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.4% 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
45 minutes
Battery runtime
45 minutes
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 45 minutes, which is shorter than that of 51.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 12.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
5 hours
Charging time
5 hours
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 5 hours, which is slower than 73.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 20.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
2,200 mAh
Battery capacity
2,200 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 2,200 mAh, which is smaller than that of 57.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 19.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
22.2 V
Battery voltage
22.2 V
â–² Better than 45% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 22.2 V, which is higher than that of 45.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 11% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
hepa 10
Filter class
hepa 10
â–² Better than 65% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class hepa 10, which is more advanced than the class used by 65.1% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 1.4% 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
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
â–² Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
1.2 L
Capacity
1.2 L
â–² Better than 55% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 1.2 L, which is larger than that of 55.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 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
yes
Suitable for pet owners
yes
â–² 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
stick
Weight
2.27 kg
Weight
2.27 kg
â–² Better than 87% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.27 kg, which is lower than the weight of 87% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.1% 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
yes
Adjustable tube height
yes
â–² 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
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.

INSE N5S 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.
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    65-65 dB
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (65-65 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    65-65 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 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.
  • 37.3% lower weight
    Weight
    2.27 kg
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.3 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.27 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 455 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    145 W
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (145 W vs 600 W).
    145 W vs 600 W
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 10
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 10 vs hepa).
    hepa 10 vs hepa
  • 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.
  • 2.5x cheaper
    INSE N5S is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£60 vs £150).
    £60 vs £150
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    65-65 dB
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (65-65 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    65-65 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 455 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    145 W
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (145 W vs 600 W).
    145 W vs 600 W
  • 25 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    175 AW
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (175 AW vs 150 AW).
    175 AW vs 150 AW
  • 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
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 10
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 10 vs hepa).
    hepa 10 vs hepa
  • 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 %
  • 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.
  • 37.3% lower weight
    Weight
    2.27 kg
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.3 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.27 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.
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 767 mm shorter body
    Height
    333 mm
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (333 mm vs 1100 mm).
    333 mm vs 1,100 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.
  • 1 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    5 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (5 hours vs 4 hours).
    5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 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.
  • 300 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,200 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2200 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,200 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 172 mm wider body
    Width
    437 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (437 mm vs 265 mm).
    437 mm vs 265 mm
  • 5 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    45 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (45 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    45 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 34.9% lower user score
    User score
    5.9/ 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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    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    INSE N5S has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (5.93 vs 8.000).
    5.93 vs 8
  • 35 mm deeper body
    Depth
    300 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (300 mm vs 265 mm).
    300 mm vs 265 mm
  • 34.9% lower user score
    User score
    5.9/ 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
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    INSE N5S
    the average vacuum cleaner
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    INSE N5S has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (5.93 vs 8.000).
    5.93 vs 8
  • 1 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    5 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (5 hours vs 4 hours).
    5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 300 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,200 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2200 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,200 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 5 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    45 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (45 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    45 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 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.
  • 172 mm wider body
    Width
    437 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (437 mm vs 265 mm).
    437 mm vs 265 mm
  • 35 mm deeper body
    Depth
    300 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (300 mm vs 265 mm).
    300 mm vs 265 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 14 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about INSE N5S?

  • Extremely lightweight body (around 3.3 lbs) makes it highly maneuverable and easy to carry up and down stairs.
  • Highly versatile 6-in-1 design easily converts from a stick vacuum to a compact handheld unit.
  • Equipped with a large 1.2-litre dustbin capacity which requires less frequent emptying during cleaning sessions.
  • Features a flexible motorized brush head with integrated LED headlights to easily spot debris under dark furniture.
  • Operates at a relatively quiet noise level of around 65 decibels on standard mode.
  • Offers an affordable, budget-friendly price point compared to high-end cordless alternatives.

What customers dislike about INSE N5S?

  • Below-average airflow and suction power, which leads to poor deep-cleaning performance on medium-to-high pile carpets.
  • Pre-motor and HEPA filters clog easily with fine dust and debris, requiring very frequent washing to avoid loss of suction.
  • The motorized brush roll tangles easily with long human hair and heavy pet hair, requiring manual clearing.
  • Fails to pick up fine particles from deep crevices or hard floor gaps due to inadequate unsealed suction.
  • Long-term battery life and overall build durability are frequently questioned, with several users reporting mechanical failures after a year of use.
  • The included wall dock only acts as a storage bracket and does not natively charge the device, requiring a separate cable connection.

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