LEVOIT VortexIQ 40 Flex Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£170Suction power (AW):130 AWBattery runtime:40 minutesCapacity:0.6 LWeight:3.22 kg

LEVOIT VortexIQ 40 Flex 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.

7.6

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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.
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80%

7.5

Technical Score

20%

8.2

User score

▲Better than 79% of vacuum-cleaners
7.5

Technical Score

Technical score
7.5/ 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%

7.1

Performance

22%

6.7

Battery

18%

8.0

Filtration

14%

7.6

Attachments

10%

7.6

Design

8%

9.4

Smart features

▲Better than 76% of vacuum-cleaners
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 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%

7.8

User ratings

30%

9.1

Number of reviews

Based on 3,208 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.
▲Better than 71% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The LEVOIT VortexIQ 40 Flex is a 400W cordless stick vacuum cleaner that features 130AW of suction power and a 2.5-cup (0.6 L) dustbin. It weighs 7.1 lbs and includes an innovative bendable wand to easily reach under furniture, a 4-stage HEPA filtration system that traps 99.99% of 0.3-micron particles, and Dynamic Power Control (DPC) Technology that automatically adjusts between its 5 power levels based on detected debris. Key advantages include a runtime of up to 40 minutes on its low setting, an intelligent auto-suction mode to conserve its 2500mAh replaceable Li-ion battery, integrated LED headlights, and a highly competitive budget-friendly price point. However, notable drawbacks include a significantly reduced battery life when operating continuously at maximum suction, a small dust bin capacity that requires frequent emptying, and a susceptibility for the roller brush to get tangled or clogged with pet hair.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner LEVOIT VortexIQ 40 Flex

Technical Score
Technical score
7.5/ 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%

7.1

Performance

22%

6.7

Battery

18%

8.0

Filtration

14%

7.6

Attachments

10%

7.6

Design

8%

9.4

Smart features

7.5
LEVOIT VortexIQ 40 Flex has a technical score of 7.5 points, which is higher than 76.5% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.2/ 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%

7.8

User ratings

30%

9.1

Number of reviews

Based on 3,208 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.
8.2
LEVOIT VortexIQ 40 Flex has a user score of 8.18 points, which is higher than 71% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
9.1/ 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:
LEVOIT VortexIQ 40 Flex has a popularity score of 9.1 points, which is higher than 83.7% of vacuum cleaners.
9.1
LEVOIT VortexIQ 40 Flex has a popularity score of 9.1 points, which is higher than 83.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.2/ 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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Score components:

60%

7.6

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

8.2
LEVOIT VortexIQ 40 Flex has a value-for-money score of 8.2 points, which is higher than 82.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
130 AW
Suction power (AW)
130 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 130 AW, which is lower than that of 62.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
21.5 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
21.5 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 21.5 kPa, which is higher than that of 65.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
400 W
Power consumption
400 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 400 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 66.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.2% 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
4.5 hours
Charging time
4.5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 4.5 hours, which is slower than 64.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 8.7% 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
25.9 V
Battery voltage
25.9 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 25.9 V, which is higher than that of 80.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 9.2% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
hepa
Filter class
hepa
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
99.9%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.9%
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.9% minimum overall efficiency, which is lower than that of 68.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 10.6% 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
0.6 L
Capacity
0.6 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.6 L, which is smaller than that of 71.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6.8% 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
bristled
Anti-tangle brush
no
Anti-tangle brush
no
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
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
3.22 kg
Weight
3.22 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 3.22 kg, which is lower than the weight of 55.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.3% 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
yes
Auto suction adjustment
yes
This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
yes
Dust particle sensor
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
yes
LED display
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes 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.

LEVOIT VortexIQ 40 Flex 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.
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes dust particle sensor
    Dust particle sensor
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a dust particle sensor, 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.
  • 3 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    5
    This vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (5 vs 2).
    5 vs 2
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes foldable tube
    Foldable tube
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a foldable tube, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 7.5% better value for money
    LEVOIT VortexIQ 40 Flex offers better value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (8.22 vs 7.6).
    8.22 vs 7.65
  • 3 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    5
    This vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (5 vs 2).
    5 vs 2
  • 1.5 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    21.5 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (21.5 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    21.5 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 200 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    400 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (400 W vs 600 W).
    400 W vs 600 W
  • 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.
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 3.7 V higher voltage
    Battery voltage
    25.9 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a higher battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (25.9 V vs 22.2 V).
    25.9 V vs 22.2 V
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes foldable tube
    Foldable tube
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a foldable tube, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 34 mm narrower body
    Width
    231 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (231 mm vs 265 mm).
    231 mm vs 265 mm
  • Includes dust particle sensor
    Dust particle sensor
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a dust particle sensor, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes LED display
    LED display
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 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
  • 0.4 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.6 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.6 L vs 1 L).
    0.6 L vs 1 L
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 0.5 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    4.5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (4.5 hours vs 4 hours).
    4.5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 0.05 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.9 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.9 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.9 % vs 99.95 %
  • 20 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    130 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (130 AW vs 150 AW).
    130 AW vs 150 AW
  • 4.5 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    7.5 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (7.5 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    7.5 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 35 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    225 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (225 mm vs 260 mm).
    225 mm vs 260 mm
  • 20 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    130 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (130 AW vs 150 AW).
    130 AW vs 150 AW
  • 35 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    225 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (225 mm vs 260 mm).
    225 mm vs 260 mm
  • 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
  • 0.5 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    4.5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (4.5 hours vs 4 hours).
    4.5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 4.5 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    7.5 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (7.5 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    7.5 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 0.4 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.6 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.6 L vs 1 L).
    0.6 L vs 1 L
  • 0.05 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.9 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.9 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.9 % vs 99.95 %
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 116 mm deeper body
    Depth
    381 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (381 mm vs 265 mm).
    381 mm vs 265 mm
  • 70 mm taller body
    Height
    1,170 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1170 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,170 mm vs 1,100 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 3,208 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about LEVOIT VortexIQ 40 Flex?

  • Powerful suction performance on both hard floors and carpets
  • Affordable price point compared to premium brands like Dyson
  • Lightweight design and highly maneuverable
  • Convenient wall mount that handles both storage and charging
  • Useful LED headlights that make it easy to see dust and pet fur
  • Effective 4-stage filtration system with dual HEPA filters
  • Flexible joint stick mechanism allows easy access under low furniture
  • Smart auto mode dynamically adjusts suction based on debris levels

What customers dislike about LEVOIT VortexIQ 40 Flex?

  • Limited battery life that drains quickly on maximum power mode
  • Dustbin is small and can be messy or awkward to empty
  • Tendency for the brush roll to get clogged with long pet hair
  • Top-heavy construction prevents the unit from standing upright on its own
  • The central flex button on the stick can be triggered accidentally
  • No onboard storage mechanism for the included accessories
  • Automatic mode sensor can occasionally feel unresponsive or slow to adapt
  • Lacks a dedicated brush roller shut-off switch for delicate hard floors

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