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Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£95Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:1.5 LWeight:4.5 kg

Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09 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.

6.7

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 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
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

80%

6.1

Technical Score

20%

9.3

User score

▼Worse than 54% of vacuum-cleaners
6.1

Technical Score

Technical score
6.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components

28%

6.0

Performance

22%

3.9

Battery

18%

9.4

Filtration

14%

7.3

Attachments

10%

5.2

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

▼Worse than 81% of vacuum-cleaners
9.3

User score

User score
9.3/ 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
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 6,241 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 98% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09 is a bagless, corded cylinder vacuum cleaner driven by a 900W motor that generates a maximum vacuum pressure of 16.8 kPa and an airflow rate of 27.8 l/s. Key characteristics include its 1.5-litre dust capacity, a 6-metre power cord providing a 9-metre total operating radius, and a multi-stage filtration setup powered by PowerCyclone 5 technology alongside an Allergy H13 filter that captures 99.9% of fine dust. Major advantages include its lightweight 4.5 kg build, highly effective dust pickup via the versatile TriActive nozzle, and an integrated handle brush for swift upholstery cleaning. However, notable drawbacks include a relatively high operating noise level of 79 dB and the complete lack of an adjustable suction power control on the body.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09

Technical Score
Technical score
6.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components:

28%

6.0

Performance

22%

3.9

Battery

18%

9.4

Filtration

14%

7.3

Attachments

10%

5.2

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

6.1
Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09 has a technical score of 6.1 points, which is lower than 80.9% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
9.3/ 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 98% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 6,241 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.
9.3
Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09 has a user score of 9.3 points, which is higher than 98.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09 has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.9% of vacuum cleaners.
10
Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09 has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.7/ 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 50% of models
Score components:

60%

6.7

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.7
Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09 has a value-for-money score of 7.7 points, which is higher than 50.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
16.8 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
16.8 kPa
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 16.8 kPa, which is lower than that of 70.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
27.8 L/s
Airflow
27.8 L/s
▼ Worse than 48% of models
Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 L/s
This vacuum cleaner delivers 27.8 L/s airflow, which is higher than that of 46.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Motor type
Universal motor
Power consumption
900 W
Power consumption
900 W
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 900 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 89% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.5% 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
99.9%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.9%
▼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
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
▲ Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
1.5 L
Capacity
1.5 L
▲ Better than 60% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 1.5 L, which is larger than that of 60.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6.3% 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
no
Mini motorized brush
no
▼ 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
▲ 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
4.5 kg
Weight
4.5 kg
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 4.5 kg, which is greater than the weight of 63.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.5% 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.

Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09 vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 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 parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 853 mm shorter body
    Height
    247 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (247 mm vs 1100 mm).
    247 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 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.
  • 16.3% higher user score
    User score
    9.3/ 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
    Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (9.30 vs 8.000).
    9.3 vs 8
  • 0.5 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    1.5 L
    ▲ Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (1.5 L vs 1 L).
    1.5 L vs 1 L
  • 16.3% higher user score
    User score
    9.3/ 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
    Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (9.30 vs 8.000).
    9.3 vs 8
  • 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
  • 0.5 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    1.5 L
    ▲ Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (1.5 L vs 1 L).
    1.5 L vs 1 L
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 853 mm shorter body
    Height
    247 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (247 mm vs 1100 mm).
    247 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 3.2 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    16.8 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (16.8 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    16.8 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 300 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    900 W
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (900 W vs 600 W).
    900 W vs 600 W
  • 145 mm wider body
    Width
    410 mm
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (410 mm vs 265 mm).
    410 mm vs 265 mm
  • 0.05 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.9 %
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.9 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.9 % vs 99.95 %
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    76-79 dB
    ▼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (76-79 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    76-79 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 24.3% higher weight
    Weight
    4.5 kg
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (4.5 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    4.5 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 3.2 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    16.8 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (16.8 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    16.8 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 300 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    900 W
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (900 W vs 600 W).
    900 W vs 600 W
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    76-79 dB
    ▼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (76-79 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    76-79 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 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
  • 0.5 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    6 m
    ▼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (6 m vs 6.5 m).
    6 m vs 6.5 m
  • 0.05 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.9 %
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    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
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 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.
  • 145 mm wider body
    Width
    410 mm
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (410 mm vs 265 mm).
    410 mm vs 265 mm
  • 24.3% higher weight
    Weight
    4.5 kg
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (4.5 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    4.5 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 145 mm deeper body
    Depth
    410 mm
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (410 mm vs 265 mm).
    410 mm vs 265 mm
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2019
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2019 vs 2021).
    Released in October 2019.
    2019 vs 2021

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Third-party reviews

Based on 6,241 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09?

  • Excellent suction power on both hard floors and carpets
  • Compact, lightweight, and easy to maneuver through rooms
  • Hygienic bagless system that is very easy to empty with one hand
  • Cleverly integrated dusting brush tool right on the handle
  • Highly effective H13 allergy filter that captures fine dust and pet hair
  • Great value for money with reasonable pricing

What customers dislike about Philips 3000 Series PowerPro Compact FC9331/09?

  • Operates with a high noise level during use
  • Power cable is considered too short by many users, limiting room-to-room reach
  • Lacks an electronic suction power adjustment on the main body (only a manual slider on the pipe)
  • Dust container capacity (1.5L) fills up quickly and requires frequent emptying
  • Hose and telescopic pole can feel slightly too short for taller individuals

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