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Rowenta RH9172 Air Force Serenity Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£210Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:70 minutesCapacity:0.5 LWeight:3.47 kg

Rowenta RH9172 Air Force Serenity 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components

80%

7.0

Technical Score

20%

8.1

User score

â–²Better than 69% of vacuum-cleaners
7.0

Technical Score

Technical score
7.0/ 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 66% of models
Score components

28%

7.8

Performance

22%

7.3

Battery

18%

7.8

Filtration

14%

5.2

Attachments

10%

6.4

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

â–²Better than 66% of vacuum-cleaners
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 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–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

8.8

Number of reviews

Based on 1,473 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.
â–²Better than 68% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Rowenta RH9172 Air Force Serenity is a cordless, bagless upright vacuum cleaner featuring a 25.2V lithium-ion battery, a 0.5-litre dust capacity, and an advanced cyclonic separation system with dual-stage filtration that captures 99.9% of particles. Key advantages include its long runtime of up to 70 minutes, integrated LED headlights, a signature triangular Delta Ultra Slim suction head designed for precise corner cleaning, and an acoustic foam-insulated motor that dampens operating volume to a exceptionally quiet 72 dB(A). However, its primary drawbacks are a lengthy 6-hour battery recharge cycle and a relatively heavy overall weight of 3.47 kg.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Rowenta RH9172 Air Force Serenity

Technical Score
Technical score
7.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

28%

7.8

Performance

22%

7.3

Battery

18%

7.8

Filtration

14%

5.2

Attachments

10%

6.4

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

7.0
Rowenta RH9172 Air Force Serenity has a technical score of 7 points, which is higher than 66.3% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

8.8

Number of reviews

Based on 1,473 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.
8.1
Rowenta RH9172 Air Force Serenity has a user score of 8.11 points, which is higher than 68.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
8.8/ 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–² Better than 81% of models
Popularity:
Rowenta RH9172 Air Force Serenity has a popularity score of 8.8 points, which is higher than 81.1% of vacuum cleaners.
8.8
Rowenta RH9172 Air Force Serenity has a popularity score of 8.8 points, which is higher than 81.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components:

60%

7.2

Overall score

40%

9.4

Price

7.9
Rowenta RH9172 Air Force Serenity has a value-for-money score of 7.9 points, which is higher than 66.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
Universal motor
Power consumption
310.96 W
Power consumption
310.96 W
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 310.96 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 73.7% 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
70 minutes
Battery runtime
70 minutes
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 70 minutes, which is longer than that of 88% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
6 hours
Charging time
6 hours
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 6 hours, which is slower than 95.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 4.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
2,600 mAh
Battery capacity
2,600 mAh
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 2,600 mAh, which is larger than that of 73.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.3% 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
hepa
Filter class
hepa
â–¼ Worse than 38% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class hepa, which is more advanced than the class used by 16% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 46% 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
0.5 L
Capacity
0.5 L
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.5 L, which is smaller than that of 79.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7.5% 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
3.47 kg
Weight
3.47 kg
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 3.47 kg, which is lower than the weight of 52.2% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
â–¼ 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
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 RH9172 Air Force Serenity vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 20 minutes longer runtime
    Battery runtime
    70 minutes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (70 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    70 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    72-72 dB
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (72-72 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    72-72 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 289.04 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    310.96 W
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (311 W vs 600 W).
    310.96 W vs 600 W
  • 100 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,600 mAh
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2600 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,600 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    72-72 dB
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (72-72 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    72-72 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 289.04 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    310.96 W
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (311 W vs 600 W).
    310.96 W vs 600 W
  • 20 minutes longer runtime
    Battery runtime
    70 minutes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (70 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    70 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.
  • 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.
  • 100 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,600 mAh
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2600 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,600 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 16 mm narrower body
    Width
    249 mm
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (249 mm vs 265 mm).
    249 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.
  • 2 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    6 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (6 hours vs 4 hours).
    6 hours vs 4 hours
  • 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.
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 0.5 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.5 L
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.5 L vs 1 L).
    0.5 L vs 1 L
  • No soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    â–¼ 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
  • 56 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    204 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (204 mm vs 260 mm).
    204 mm vs 260 mm
  • 94 mm taller body
    Height
    1,194 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1194 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,194 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 40% more expensive
    Rowenta RH9172 Air Force Serenity is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£210 vs £150).
    £210 vs £150
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    â–¼ 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
  • 56 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    204 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (204 mm vs 260 mm).
    204 mm vs 260 mm
  • 2 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    6 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (6 hours vs 4 hours).
    6 hours vs 4 hours
  • 0.5 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.5 L
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.5 L vs 1 L).
    0.5 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.
  • No soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 94 mm taller body
    Height
    1,194 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1194 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,194 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2019
    â–¼ 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).
    2019 vs 2021

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Based on 1,473 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Rowenta RH9172 Air Force Serenity?

  • Operates very quietly due to its anti-noise technology.
  • Delivers powerful and efficient suction on both hard floors and rugs.
  • Cordless design provides great freedom of movement.
  • Triangular Delta suction head cleans effectively deep into corners.
  • Integrated LED floor lighting makes hidden dust highly visible.
  • Components are simple to disassemble, empty, and clean.
  • Stands upright on its own for convenient storage.
  • Provides a long-lasting battery life in standard operating mode.

What customers dislike about Rowenta RH9172 Air Force Serenity?

  • Feels physically heavy to hold for long periods.
  • Difficult to maneuver and steer smoothly.
  • Lacks a dedicated charging wall dock or stand.
  • Battery drains quickly when used continuously on maximum power.
  • Components take a relatively long time to fully recharge.

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