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Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Suction power (AW):25 AWBattery runtime:45 minutesCapacity:0.55 LWeight:2.4 kg

Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential 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
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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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

80%

6.1

Technical Score

20%

8.9

User score

â–¼Worse than 57% 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
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

28%

4.1

Performance

22%

6.3

Battery

18%

8.5

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

8.5

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 77% 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 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 7,857 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 91% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential is a 3-in-1 cordless stick and handheld vacuum cleaner powered by a 100W motor and a removable 18V lithium-ion battery. Its main characteristics include cyclonic technology, a 0.55-liter washable dust container, automatic Eco and Surface speed settings, and a motorized floor nozzle equipped with built-in LED lighting. Major pros of this model are its ultra-lightweight design, weighing just 1.4 kg in handheld mode, an autonomous "Stop & Go" upright standing position, and a maximum runtime of up to 45 minutes on a 4-hour charge. However, notable cons include a high operating noise level of 85 dB, significantly reduced battery life when using the high-power Boost trigger, and a tendency for suction power to feel weak on heavier debris without the tube attached.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential

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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components:

28%

4.1

Performance

22%

6.3

Battery

18%

8.5

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

8.5

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

6.1
Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential has a technical score of 6.1 points, which is lower than 77.4% 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 7,857 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
Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential has a user score of 8.88 points, which is higher than 90.8% 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.9% of vacuum cleaners.
10
Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

60%

6.7

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

7.7
Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential has a value-for-money score of 7.7 points, which is higher than 50.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
25 AW
Suction power (AW)
25 AW
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 25 AW, which is lower than that of 94.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
4.4 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
4.4 kPa
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 4.4 kPa, which is lower than that of 99.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushed
Power consumption
100 W
Power consumption
100 W
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 100 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 96% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.1% of vacuum cleaners.
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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
45 minutes
Battery runtime
45 minutes
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 45 minutes, which is shorter than that of 51.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 12.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
4 hours
Charging time
4 hours
â–² Better than 42% of models
Market range: <3 hours – >5 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
2000 mAh
Battery capacity
2000 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 2000 mAh, which is smaller than that of 79.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 18.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
18 V
Battery voltage
18 V
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 18 V, which is lower than that of 79.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 16% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
hepa 13
Filter class
hepa 13
â–² 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%
â–¼ 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
â–² Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
0.55 L
Capacity
0.55 L
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.55 L, which is smaller than that of 78.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.8% 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
no
Suitable for pet owners
no
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
stick
Weight
2.4 kg
Weight
2.4 kg
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.4 kg, which is lower than the weight of 82.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.1% 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
yes
Self-standing
yes
â–² Better than 81% of models
This vacuum cleaner stands 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
no
LED display
no
â–¼ 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
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.

Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 13
    â–² 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
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Self-standing design
    Self-standing
    yes
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This vacuum cleaner stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 500 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    100 W
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (100 W vs 600 W).
    100 W vs 600 W
  • 33.7% lower weight
    Weight
    2.4 kg
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.4 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.4 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 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 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.
  • 11% 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
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.88 vs 8.000).
    8.88 vs 8
  • 500 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    100 W
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (100 W vs 600 W).
    100 W vs 600 W
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, 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.
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 13
    â–² 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
  • Self-standing design
    Self-standing
    yes
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This vacuum cleaner stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 33.7% lower weight
    Weight
    2.4 kg
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.4 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.4 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 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.
  • 13 mm narrower body
    Width
    252 mm
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (252 mm vs 265 mm).
    252 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.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    85-85 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (85-85 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    85-85 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 15.6 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    4.4 kPa
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (4.4 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    4.4 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 125 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    25 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (25 AW vs 150 AW).
    25 AW vs 150 AW
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • 500 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2000 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2000 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,000 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 0.45 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.55 L
    â–¼ Worse than 78% 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).
    0.55 L vs 1 L
  • 4.2 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    18 V
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (18 V vs 22.2 V).
    18 V vs 22.2 V
  • 6 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    6 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (6 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    6 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    85-85 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (85-85 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    85-85 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 15.6 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    4.4 kPa
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (4.4 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    4.4 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 125 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    25 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (25 AW vs 150 AW).
    25 AW vs 150 AW
  • 8 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    252 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (252 mm vs 260 mm).
    252 mm vs 260 mm
  • 500 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2000 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2000 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,000 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 4.2 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    18 V
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (18 V vs 22.2 V).
    18 V vs 22.2 V
  • 6 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    6 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (6 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    6 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 5 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    45 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (45 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    45 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 0.45 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.55 L
    â–¼ Worse than 78% 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).
    0.55 L vs 1 L
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners, the average vacuum cleaner is.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 7,857 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential?

  • Lightweight and highly maneuverable design, weighing only 1.4 kg in handheld mode.
  • Effective motorized brush head integrated with LED lights for better visibility in dark areas.
  • Good battery life lasting up to 45 minutes when used in Eco mode.
  • Convenient 'Stop & Go' feature allowing the tube and brush head to stand upright independently.
  • Removable and easily rechargeable 18V battery.
  • Versatile 3-in-1 functionality that quickly transforms into a handheld vacuum.
  • Equipped with a useful assortment of multi-surface accessories and attachments.

What customers dislike about Rowenta RH6838 X-Pert 6.60 Essential?

  • The vacuum cleaner does not stand upright on its own when fully assembled with the motor unit.
  • The 0.55-litre dust canister can feel a bit clunky and awkward to empty with just one hand.
  • Operating noise levels can be slightly loud for some users during regular operation.
  • Suction power can feel insufficient on deep carpets without engaging the battery-draining Boost mode.

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