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Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£190Suction power (AW):420 AWBattery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:2 LWeight:5.5 kg

Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09 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.

7.2

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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 69% of models
Score components

80%

6.8

Technical Score

20%

8.9

User score

▲Better than 69% of vacuum-cleaners
6.8

Technical Score

Technical score
6.8/ 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 60% of models
Score components

28%

8.0

Performance

22%

4.2

Battery

18%

9.4

Filtration

14%

7.1

Attachments

10%

5.2

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

▲Better than 60% 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

Based on 738 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.
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Verdict

The Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09 is a corded, bagless cylinder vacuum cleaner driven by a 900W motor with over 50,000 RPM and PowerCyclone 8 technology to deliver an airflow of 32.5 l/s. Key advantages include a generous 2L dust capacity, an Allergy H13 filtration system that traps 99.9% of fine dust (equivalent to HEPA 13), a built-in Allergy Lock sensor, and a specialized TriActive+ LED nozzle to reveal hidden dirt on hard floors. It features an onboard accessory storage design, rubber wheels, and a 10m action radius backed by a 7m automatically rewinding power cord. However, notable drawbacks include a relatively high sound power level ranging between 67 and 75 dB, a substantial carrying weight of 5.5 kg, and user reports highlighting a telescopic metal tube prone to shortening on its own alongside potential suction degradation over extended periods of heavy use.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09

Technical Score
Technical score
6.8/ 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 60% of models
Score components:

28%

8.0

Performance

22%

4.2

Battery

18%

9.4

Filtration

14%

7.1

Attachments

10%

5.2

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

6.8
Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09 has a technical score of 6.8 points, which is higher than 60.4% of vacuum cleaners.
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 90% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

Based on 738 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
Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09 has a user score of 8.87 points, which is higher than 90.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
8.1/ 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 73% of models
Popularity:
Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09 has a popularity score of 8.1 points, which is higher than 73% of vacuum cleaners.
8.1
Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09 has a popularity score of 8.1 points, which is higher than 73% of vacuum cleaners.
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%

7.2

Overall score

40%

9.5

Price

7.9
Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09 has a value-for-money score of 7.9 points, which is higher than 66.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
420 AW
Suction power (AW)
420 AW
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 420 AW, which is higher than that of 97.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
21.8 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
21.8 kPa
▲ Better than 66% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 21.8 kPa, which is higher than that of 66.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
32.5 L/s
Airflow
32.5 L/s
▲ Better than 70% of models
Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 L/s
This vacuum cleaner delivers 32.5 L/s airflow, which is higher than that of 70.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.1% 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
99.95%
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
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
5.5 kg
Weight
5.5 kg
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 5.5 kg, which is greater than the weight of 75% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.4% 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
yes
Nozzle light
yes
▲ 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
▼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09 vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 270 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    420 AW
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (420 AW vs 150 AW).
    420 AW vs 150 AW
  • 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
  • 3 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    5
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (5 vs 2).
    5 vs 2
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 4.7 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    32.5 L/s
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (32.5 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    32.5 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 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.
  • 808 mm shorter body
    Height
    292 mm
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (292 mm vs 1100 mm).
    292 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 1.8 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    21.8 kPa
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (21.8 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    21.8 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 10.8% 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
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.87 vs 8.000).
    8.87 vs 8
  • 270 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    420 AW
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (420 AW vs 150 AW).
    420 AW vs 150 AW
  • 3 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    5
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (5 vs 2).
    5 vs 2
  • 4.7 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    32.5 L/s
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (32.5 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    32.5 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 1.8 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    21.8 kPa
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (21.8 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    21.8 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    67-75 dB
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (67-75 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    67-75 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 30 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    290 mm
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (290 mm vs 260 mm).
    290 mm vs 260 mm
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 808 mm shorter body
    Height
    292 mm
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (292 mm vs 1100 mm).
    292 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • Newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has a newer release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2024 vs 2021).
    Released in March 2024.
    2024 vs 2021
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, 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.
  • 51.9% higher weight
    Weight
    5.5 kg
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (5.5 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    5.5 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 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
  • 240 mm deeper body
    Depth
    505 mm
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (505 mm vs 265 mm).
    505 mm vs 265 mm
  • 27 mm wider body
    Width
    292 mm
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (292 mm vs 265 mm).
    292 mm vs 265 mm
  • 26.7% more expensive
    Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£190 vs £150).
    £190 vs £150
  • 26.7% more expensive
    Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£190 vs £150).
    £190 vs £150
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 51.9% higher weight
    Weight
    5.5 kg
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (5.5 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    5.5 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 240 mm deeper body
    Depth
    505 mm
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (505 mm vs 265 mm).
    505 mm vs 265 mm
  • 27 mm wider body
    Width
    292 mm
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (292 mm vs 265 mm).
    292 mm vs 265 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 738 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09?

  • Excellent and powerful suction performance across carpets and hard floors
  • Effective TriActive+ LED nozzle that highlights hidden dust
  • Generous 2-liter dust container capacity reducing frequent emptying
  • Highly efficient Allergy H13 filtration system ideal for allergy sufferers
  • Smooth maneuverability and long 10-meter operating radius
  • Useful array of accessories including an integrated dusting brush on the handle
  • Relatively quiet operation at lower power settings

What customers dislike about Philips 7000 Series PowerPro Expert FC9747/09?

  • Relatively heavy chassis weighing around 7.2 kg
  • Power settings reset to maximum every time the device is turned on
  • The dust container lid or clip can be fragile and snap off when emptying
  • Telescopic extension pipe sometimes loosens or shortens itself during use
  • TriActive LED nozzle lights are battery-operated and can stop working early
  • Suction power may decline significantly over time if filters are not strictly maintained

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