Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£270Suction power (AW):120 AWBattery runtime:65 minutesCapacity:0.6 LWeight:2.73 kg

Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01 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
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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%

6.8

Technical Score

20%

8.5

User score

â–²Better than 67% of vacuum-cleaners
6.8

Technical Score

Technical score
6.8/ 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%

5.6

Performance

22%

7.6

Battery

18%

7.5

Filtration

14%

7.6

Attachments

10%

7.2

Design

8%

6.1

Smart features

â–²Better than 62% of vacuum-cleaners
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 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%

8.6

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

Based on 749 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–²Better than 80% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01 is a cordless 2-in-1 stick and handheld vacuum cleaner powered by a 25.2V lithium-ion battery, a PowerBlade digital motor delivering over 1000 L/min of airflow, and bagless PowerCyclone 8 technology. Its standout feature is a 360-degree suction nozzle equipped with integrated LED lights that capture dirt from all sides with every stroke on both hard floors and carpets. Key pros include an impressive runtime of up to 65 minutes in Eco mode (21 minutes in Turbo mode), a smart digital display for speed and real-time battery tracking, and a lightweight 2.73 kg build that easily reaches under low furniture. However, notable cons include an unoptimized top-heavy weight distribution that can cause hand fatigue during long sessions, long hairs easily tangling around the rotating brush roll, and a relatively long 5-hour full recharge time.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01

Technical Score
Technical score
6.8/ 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%

5.6

Performance

22%

7.6

Battery

18%

7.5

Filtration

14%

7.6

Attachments

10%

7.2

Design

8%

6.1

Smart features

6.8
Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01 has a technical score of 6.8 points, which is higher than 62.3% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.5/ 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%

8.6

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

Based on 749 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.
8.5
Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01 has a user score of 8.45 points, which is higher than 79.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
8.1/ 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:
Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01 has a popularity score of 8.1 points, which is higher than 73% of vacuum cleaners.
8.1
Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01 has a popularity score of 8.1 points, which is higher than 73% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.7/ 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%

7.2

Overall score

40%

9.1

Price

7.7
Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01 has a value-for-money score of 7.7 points, which is higher than 50.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
120 AW
Suction power (AW)
120 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 120 AW, which is lower than that of 66.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
22 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
22 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 22 kPa, which is higher than that of 66.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
16.67 L/s
Airflow
16.67 L/s
This vacuum cleaner delivers 16.67 L/s airflow, which is lower than that of 88.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
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Cordless
yes
Cordless
yes
This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
65 minutes
Battery runtime
65 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 65 minutes, which is longer than that of 85.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
5 hours
Charging time
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
2,400 mAh
Battery capacity
2,400 mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 2,400 mAh, which is smaller than that of 53.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
25.2 V
Battery voltage
25.2 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 25.2 V, which is higher than that of 56.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 23.5% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
washable foam
Filter class
washable foam
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class washable foam, which is less advanced than the class used by 90.8% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 0.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
99%
Minimum overall efficiency
99%
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99% minimum overall efficiency, which is lower than that of 87.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.6% 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
2.73 kg
Weight
2.73 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.73 kg, which is lower than the weight of 69.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.2% 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
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.

Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01 vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 15 minutes longer runtime
    Battery runtime
    65 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (65 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    65 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 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.
  • 9 minutes longer turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    21 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (21 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    21 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 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.
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, 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.
  • 5.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 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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    Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.45 vs 8.000).
    8.45 vs 8
  • 124 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    384 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (384 mm vs 260 mm).
    384 mm vs 260 mm
  • 2 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    22.0 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (22 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    22.0 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 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
  • 15 minutes longer runtime
    Battery runtime
    65 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (65 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    65 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 9 minutes longer turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    21 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (21 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    21 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 3 V higher voltage
    Battery voltage
    25.2 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a higher battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (25.2 V vs 22.2 V).
    25.2 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 wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 24.6% lower weight
    Weight
    2.73 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.7 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.73 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 100 mm shallower body
    Depth
    165 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is less deep than the average vacuum cleaner (165 mm vs 265 mm).
    165 mm vs 265 mm
  • 308 mm shorter body
    Height
    792 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (792 mm vs 1100 mm).
    792 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 11.13 L/s lower airflow
    Airflow
    16.67 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers lower airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (16.7 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    16.67 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 1 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (5 hours vs 4 hours).
    5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 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
  • 0.95 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99 % vs 99.95 %).
    99 % vs 99.95 %
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 30 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    120 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (120 AW vs 150 AW).
    120 AW vs 150 AW
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    washable foam
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (washable foam vs hepa).
    washable foam vs hepa
  • 80% more expensive
    Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£270 vs £150).
    £270 vs £150
  • 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
  • 11.13 L/s lower airflow
    Airflow
    16.67 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers lower airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (16.7 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    16.67 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 30 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    120 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (120 AW vs 150 AW).
    120 AW vs 150 AW
  • 1 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (5 hours vs 4 hours).
    5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 100 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,400 mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2400 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,400 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 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
  • 0.95 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99 % vs 99.95 %).
    99 % vs 99.95 %
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    washable foam
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (washable foam vs hepa).
    washable foam vs hepa
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 119 mm wider body
    Width
    384 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (384 mm vs 265 mm).
    384 mm vs 265 mm
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2018
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2018 vs 2021).
    Released in April 2018.
    2018 vs 2021

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Third-party reviews

Based on 749 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01?

  • Powerful and consistent suction performance across carpets and hard floors
  • Effective 360-degree suction nozzle that captures dirt from all sides
  • Highly practical integrated LED headlights that reveal hidden dust
  • Long battery life in eco mode, capable of cleaning large apartments on a single charge
  • Convenient digital display that shows real-time battery percentage
  • Flexible design that goes flat to easily clean under low furniture
  • Seamless conversion into a lightweight handheld vacuum with integrated click-on accessories
  • Easy and hygienic emptying mechanism for the dust container

What customers dislike about Philips SpeedPro Max FC6826/01?

  • The floorhead tends to judder or skip when dragged backward on carpets
  • The battery is built-in and difficult or costly to replace independently after the warranty expires
  • The 0.6-litre dust container capacity is relatively small and requires frequent emptying
  • Can feel heavy or tiring to hold during extended, hour-long cleaning sessions
  • Long charging time of over four hours to reach a full 100% charge
  • Some long-term users reported premature motor or brush failures requiring repairs
  • Premium pricing makes it a significant investment compared to standard corded models

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22/11/2018
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16/12/2020
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