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Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:65 minutesCapacity:0.6 LWeight:2.73 kg

Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01 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.

6.9

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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
â–² Better than 55% of models
Score components

80%

6.9

Technical Score

20%

?

User score

â–²Better than 55% of vacuum-cleaners
6.9

Technical Score

Technical score
6.9/ 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
â–² Better than 65% of models
Score components

28%

6.5

Performance

22%

7.6

Battery

18%

7.0

Filtration

14%

6.5

Attachments

10%

7.5

Design

8%

6.1

Smart features

â–²Better than 65% of vacuum-cleaners
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Verdict

The Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01/01 is a bagless cordless stick vacuum powered by a 25.2V lithium-ion battery and a PowerBlade digital motor that generates a high airflow of over 1,000 liters per minute. Its standout characteristics include a 360-degree suction nozzle equipped with integrated LED lights to reveal hidden dust, PowerCyclone 8 filtration technology, and a smart digital display that tracks speed, battery status, and filter maintenance needs. Key pros include a long runtime of up to 65 minutes in Eco mode (21 minutes in Turbo mode), an agile 2.73 kg lightweight design capable of laying flat to clean beneath low furniture, and integrated click-on accessories that seamlessly transform it into a handheld unit. However, notable cons include a relatively small 0.6-liter dustbin capacity that requires frequent emptying, a lengthy 5-hour charging cycle, a loud 84 dB noise level during operation, and the lack of a true HEPA filter.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01

Technical Score
Technical score
6.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 65% of models
Score components:

28%

6.5

Performance

22%

7.6

Battery

18%

7.0

Filtration

14%

6.5

Attachments

10%

7.5

Design

8%

6.1

Smart features

6.9
Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01 has a technical score of 6.9 points, which is higher than 64.5% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
1.0
Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.5/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

6.9

Overall score

40%

8.8

Price

7.5
Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01 has a value-for-money score of 7.5 points, which is lower than 60.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
16.67 L/s
Airflow
16.67 L/s
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 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
â–² Better than 51% of models
This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
65 minutes
Battery runtime
65 minutes
â–² Better than 86% of models
Market range: <30 minutes – >70 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
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <3 hours – >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
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k 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
â–² Better than 56% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 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
standard
Filter class
standard
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class standard, which is less advanced than the class used by 93.2% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 6.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
?
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
â–² Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
0.6 L
Capacity
0.6 L
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 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
â–² 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
roll brush
Roller type
bristled
Anti-tangle brush
no
Anti-tangle brush
no
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
â–² 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
stick
Weight
2.73 kg
Weight
2.73 kg
â–² Better than 69% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 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
â–² Better than 47% of models
This vacuum cleaner offers a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
no
Self-standing
no
â–¼ 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
no
Adjustable tube height
no
â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
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
â–¼ 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
â–¼ Worse than 8% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
yes
LED display
yes
â–² Better than 74% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
yes
Nozzle light
yes
â–² 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
â–¼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01 vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 15 minutes longer runtime
    Battery runtime
    65 minutes
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 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
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 9 minutes longer turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    21 minutes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 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
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes LED display
    LED display
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 124 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    384 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (384 mm vs 260 mm).
    384 mm vs 260 mm
  • 124 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    384 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (384 mm vs 260 mm).
    384 mm vs 260 mm
  • 1 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    3
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    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
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 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
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 9 minutes longer turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    21 minutes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 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
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 3 V higher voltage
    Battery voltage
    25.2 V
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 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 wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 24.6% lower weight
    Weight
    2.73 kg
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 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
  • 95 mm shallower body
    Depth
    170 mm
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is less deep than the average vacuum cleaner (170 mm vs 265 mm).
    170 mm vs 265 mm
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes LED display
    LED display
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    84-84 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 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
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 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
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >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
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 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
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    standard
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (standard vs hepa).
    standard vs hepa
  • 100 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,400 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k 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
  • 2.2x more expensive
    Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£330 vs £150).
    £330 vs £150
  • 2.2x more expensive
    Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£330 vs £150).
    £330 vs £150
  • 2.5% worse value for money
    Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01 offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.46 vs 7.6).
    7.46 vs 7.65
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    84-84 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 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
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 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
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >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
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k 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
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 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
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    standard
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (standard vs hepa).
    standard vs hepa
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 70 mm taller body
    Height
    1,170 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k 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

What customers like about Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01?

  • Powerful 360-degree suction nozzle efficiently captures dirt from all sides and angles
  • Bright front LED headlights effectively reveal hidden dust and pet hair in dark spaces
  • Generous maximum battery runtime of up to 65 minutes on the lowest power setting
  • Clear digital display conveniently shows the exact remaining battery percentage
  • Practical 2-in-1 design transforms easily into a lightweight handheld unit
  • Magnetic charging cable detaches safely and integrates smoothly into the wall mount

What customers dislike about Philips SpeedPro Max XC7042/01?

  • Battery life drops significantly to under 25 minutes when using the turbo setting
  • Relatively small 0.6-litre dust container requires frequent emptying during cleanups
  • Main brush head can occasionally judder or struggle when pulled directly backwards
  • Premium price point makes it an expensive option compared to standard stick vacuums
  • Slightly top-heavy distribution can cause hand or shoulder fatigue during prolonged use
  • Lacks a dedicated HEPA filter and comes with limited extra attachment nozzles

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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06/09/2020
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09/08/2023
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20/11/2025
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