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LG A9C-SLIM1C Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150Suction power (AW):150 AWBattery runtime:40 minutesCapacity:0.25 LWeight:1.97 kg

LG A9C-SLIM1C 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.

7.5

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 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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Score components

80%

7.5

Technical Score

20%

7.4

User score

â–²Better than 77% 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%

7.6

Performance

22%

7.4

Battery

18%

7.4

Filtration

14%

9.4

Attachments

10%

7.8

Design

8%

4.6

Smart features

â–²Better than 79% of vacuum-cleaners
7.4

User score

User score
7.4/ 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%

8.4

User ratings

30%

5.1

Number of reviews

Based on 88 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.
â–¼Worse than 89% of vacuum-cleaners
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Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner LG A9C-SLIM1C

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%

7.6

Performance

22%

7.4

Battery

18%

7.4

Filtration

14%

9.4

Attachments

10%

7.8

Design

8%

4.6

Smart features

7.5
User score
User score
7.4/ 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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Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

5.1

Number of reviews

Based on 88 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.
7.4
Popularity
Popularity
5.1/ 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.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
LG A9C-SLIM1C has a popularity score of 5.1 points, which is lower than 53.5% of vacuum cleaners.
5.1
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%

7.5

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

8.2
Suction power (AW)
150 AW
Suction power (AW)
150 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 150 AW, which is higher than that of 43.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 11.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
27 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
27 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 27 kPa, which is higher than that of 84.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
150 W
Power consumption
150 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 150 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 89.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.7% 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 hours
Charging time
4 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 4 hours, which is faster than 42.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 25.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
?
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
99.97%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.97%
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
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
0.25 L
Capacity
0.25 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.25 L, which is smaller than that of 99.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.3% 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
soft roller
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
1.97 kg
Weight
1.97 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 1.97 kg, which is lower than the weight of 92.6% 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
no
Nozzle light
no
This vacuum cleaner does not include a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
yes
Mopping support
yes
This vacuum cleaner supports mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

LG A9C-SLIM1C vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 7 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    27 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (27 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    27 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 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.
  • 45.6% lower weight
    Weight
    1.97 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    1.97 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 450 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    150 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (150 W vs 600 W).
    150 W vs 600 W
  • 7% better value for money
    LG A9C-SLIM1C offers better value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (8.18 vs 7.6).
    8.18 vs 7.65
  • 7 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    27 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (27 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    27 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 450 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    150 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (150 W vs 600 W).
    150 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.
  • 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
  • 0.02 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.97 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.97 % vs 99.95 %
  • 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 parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 45.6% lower weight
    Weight
    1.97 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    1.97 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.
  • 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
  • 14 mm narrower body
    Width
    251 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (251 mm vs 265 mm).
    251 mm vs 265 mm
  • Supports mopping
    Mopping support
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports mopping, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    84-84 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (84-84 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    84-84 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 0.75 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.25 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.3 L vs 1 L).
    0.25 L vs 1 L
  • 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.
  • 5 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    7 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (7 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    7 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 8% lower user score
    User score
    7.4/ 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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    LG A9C-SLIM1C
    the average vacuum cleaner
    LG A9C-SLIM1C has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (7.41 vs 8.000).
    7.41 vs 8
  • 9 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    251 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (251 mm vs 260 mm).
    251 mm vs 260 mm
  • 8% lower user score
    User score
    7.4/ 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
    LG A9C-SLIM1C
    the average vacuum cleaner
    LG A9C-SLIM1C has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (7.41 vs 8.000).
    7.41 vs 8
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    84-84 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (84-84 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    84-84 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 9 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    251 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (251 mm vs 260 mm).
    251 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
  • 5 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    7 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (7 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    7 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 0.75 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.25 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.3 L vs 1 L).
    0.25 L vs 1 L
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.

Third-party reviews

Based on 88 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about LG A9C-SLIM1C

  • Ultra-lightweight design weighing under 2 kg makes it highly maneuverable and easy to carry up stairs
  • Strong 150W suction power that works effectively for fine dust, crumbs, and everyday debris
  • Free-standing parking base does not require drilling into walls to store or charge the vacuum
  • One-touch controls mean you do not have to continuously hold down a trigger button while cleaning
  • Easily converts into a compact handheld unit with a convenient built-in oblique nozzle
  • Features a 5-layer washable filtration and cyclone system that effectively captures microscopic particles

What we don't like about LG A9C-SLIM1C

  • The 0.44-litre dustbin has a relatively small capacity and requires frequent emptying during larger cleaning tasks
  • Struggles with bulky, large debris like cereal or rice, which can get pushed around or kicked out backward
  • Battery life is significantly reduced when continuously operating on maximum or Turbo suction settings
  • Long hair and pet fur can occasionally wrap tightly around the brush roll and cause clogs

Verdict

The LG CordZero A9 Air (A9C-SLIM1C) is an ultra-lightweight 1.97 kg cyclonic cordless stick vacuum cleaner powered by a 25.9V lithium-ion battery that delivers a maximum suction power of 150W. Main characteristics include a 0.25-litre dust capacity, a 5-step filtration system that captures up to 99.97% of fine dust particles, a space-saving freestanding storage base, and simple one-touch thumb controls. Key pros include its highly maneuverable, lightweight design, washable filters and cyclone components for easy maintenance, and an oblique tube design that streamlines handheld cleaning for hard-to-reach surfaces without swapping accessories. However, notable cons include a very limited runtime of only 7 minutes when operating in max turbo mode, a small dustbin capacity requiring frequent emptying, and the lack of smart Wi-Fi or ThinQ app connectivity features found on higher-end models.

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