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Rowenta RH9474WO Air Force Flex 560 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350Suction power (AW):100 AWBattery runtime:35 minutesCapacity:0.65 LWeight:3 kg

Rowenta RH9474WO Air Force Flex 560 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
▲ Better than 55% of models
Score components

80%

6.9

Technical Score

20%

?

User score

▲Better 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
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components

28%

7.0

Performance

22%

6.3

Battery

18%

7.1

Filtration

14%

7.7

Attachments

10%

7.8

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

▲Better than 65% of vacuum-cleaners
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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
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Verdict

The Rowenta Air Force Flex 560 RH9474WO is a multi-functional, bagless cordless stick vacuum cleaner powered by a 21.9V lithium-ion battery that delivers a 100 Air Watts suction power class via a digital brushless motor and cyclonic filtration. Its main characteristic is an innovative flexible tube design that reaches up to 5 times farther under low furniture without bending, alongside a 0.65-litre dust container and a Power Slim Vision nozzle with LED lights. Pros include exceptional maneuverability, conversion to a handheld unit, a 3-hour fast charge, and specialized tools like the Animal Turbo Brush for pet hair. However, cons include a relatively loud 82-decibel noise level, a short 6-minute runtime in boost mode (up to 30–35 minutes in standard mode), and the fact that it cannot stand upright on its own.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Rowenta RH9474WO Air Force Flex 560

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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components:

28%

7.0

Performance

22%

6.3

Battery

18%

7.1

Filtration

14%

7.7

Attachments

10%

7.8

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

6.9
Rowenta RH9474WO Air Force Flex 560 has a technical score of 6.9 points, which is higher than 65.1% 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ 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
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Rowenta RH9474WO Air Force Flex 560 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
1.0
Rowenta RH9474WO Air Force Flex 560 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.4/ 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
▼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

60%

6.9

Overall score

40%

8.7

Price

7.4
Rowenta RH9474WO Air Force Flex 560 has a value-for-money score of 7.4 points, which is lower than 69.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
100 AW
Suction power (AW)
100 AW
▼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 100 AW, which is lower than that of 73.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
73.88 L/s
Airflow
73.88 L/s
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 L/s
This vacuum cleaner delivers 73.88 L/s airflow, which is higher than that of 98.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Motor type
brushless
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
▲ Better than 51% of models
This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
35 minutes
Battery runtime
35 minutes
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 35 minutes, which is shorter than that of 82.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
3 hours
Charging time
3 hours
▲ Better than 88% of models
Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 3 hours, which is faster than 87.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 6.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
?
Battery voltage
21.9 V
Battery voltage
21.9 V
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 21.9 V, which is lower than that of 59.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.4% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
standard
Filter class
standard
▼ 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
▲ Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
0.65 L
Capacity
0.65 L
▼ Worse than 69% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.65 L, which is smaller than that of 68.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.3% 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
roll brush
Roller type
bristled
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
yes
Mini motorized brush
yes
▲ Better than 73% of models
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
▲ 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
3 kg
Weight
3 kg
▲ Better than 61% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 3 kg, which is lower than the weight of 61% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.1% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
yes
2-in-1 design
yes
▲ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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.

Rowenta RH9474WO Air Force Flex 560 vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 46.08 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    73.88 L/s
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (73.9 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    73.88 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 1 hours faster charging
    Charging time
    3 hours
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges faster than the average vacuum cleaner (3 hours vs 4 hours).
    3 hours vs 4 hours
  • 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
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes foldable tube
    Foldable tube
    yes
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a foldable tube, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 46.08 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    73.88 L/s
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (73.9 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    73.88 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 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
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 1 hours faster charging
    Charging time
    3 hours
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges faster than the average vacuum cleaner (3 hours vs 4 hours).
    3 hours vs 4 hours
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes foldable tube
    Foldable tube
    yes
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a foldable tube, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 17.1% lower weight
    Weight
    3 kg
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (3 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    3 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 15 mm narrower body
    Width
    250 mm
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (250 mm vs 265 mm).
    250 mm vs 265 mm
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 15 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    35 minutes
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (35 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    35 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    82-82 dB
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (82-82 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    82-82 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 50 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    100 AW
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (100 AW vs 150 AW).
    100 AW vs 150 AW
  • 0.35 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.65 L
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.7 L vs 1 L).
    0.65 L vs 1 L
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    standard
    ▼ 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 soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 6 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    6 minutes
    ▼ 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
  • 2.33x more expensive
    Rowenta RH9474WO Air Force Flex 560 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£350 vs £150).
    £350 vs £150
  • 2.33x more expensive
    Rowenta RH9474WO Air Force Flex 560 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£350 vs £150).
    £350 vs £150
  • 2.9% worse value for money
    Rowenta RH9474WO Air Force Flex 560 offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.43 vs 7.6).
    7.43 vs 7.65
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    82-82 dB
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (82-82 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    82-82 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 50 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    100 AW
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (100 AW vs 150 AW).
    100 AW vs 150 AW
  • 10 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    250 mm
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (250 mm vs 260 mm).
    250 mm vs 260 mm
  • 15 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    35 minutes
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (35 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    35 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 6 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    6 minutes
    ▼ 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
  • 0.3 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    21.9 V
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (21.9 V vs 22.2 V).
    21.9 V vs 22.2 V
  • 0.35 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.65 L
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.7 L vs 1 L).
    0.65 L vs 1 L
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    standard
    ▼ 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 soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2019
    ▼ 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
  • 50 mm taller body
    Height
    1,150 mm
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1150 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,150 mm vs 1,100 mm

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Rowenta RH9474WO Air Force Flex 560?

  • Highly flexible tube makes cleaning under low furniture effortless
  • Excellent suction power on both hard floors and rugs
  • LED lights on the main nozzle effectively illuminate hidden dust
  • Rich and practical assortment of accessories, including the animal care kit
  • Easy to empty and clean the transparent dust canister
  • Ergonomic handle and comfortable power trigger that does not need to be held down constantly

What customers dislike about Rowenta RH9474WO Air Force Flex 560?

  • Battery drains quickly, lasting only 10 to 15 minutes when using Turbo/Boost mode
  • The 82-decibel noise level makes it quite loud during operation
  • Lacks a battery level percentage or remaining time indicator
  • The vacuum does not feature a freestanding docking station and can easily tip over
  • The flexible plastic joint on the tube can wear out and break after extended use
  • The small wheels on the cleaning head are prone to bending or jamming over time

Expert reviews

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30/06/2019
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15/12/2019
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