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Rowenta RH9638 X-Force Flex 8.60 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£140Suction power (AW):50 AWBattery runtime:35 minutesCapacity:0.55 LWeight:2.7 kg

Rowenta RH9638 X-Force Flex 8.60 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.

6.4

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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 75% of models
Score components

80%

6.4

Technical Score

20%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 75% of vacuum-cleaners
6.4

Technical Score

Technical score
6.4/ 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
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Score components

28%

6.0

Performance

22%

5.9

Battery

18%

6.8

Filtration

14%

7.1

Attachments

10%

7.9

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 59% 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
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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Rowenta RH9638 X-Force Flex 8.60

Technical Score
Technical score
6.4/ 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 59% of models
Score components:

28%

6.0

Performance

22%

5.9

Battery

18%

6.8

Filtration

14%

7.1

Attachments

10%

7.9

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

6.4
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%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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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:
Rowenta RH9638 X-Force Flex 8.60 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
1.0
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.4/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

60%

6.4

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

7.4
Suction power (AW)
50 AW
Suction power (AW)
50 AW
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 50 AW, which is lower than that of 87.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
185 W
Power consumption
185 W
â–² Better than 86% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 185 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 86.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.1% 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
35 minutes
Battery runtime
35 minutes
â–¼ 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
â–² 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
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
22 V
Battery voltage
22 V
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 22 V, which is lower than that of 55.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.7% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
epa
Filter class
epa
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class epa, which is less advanced than the class used by 84.1% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 2.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
99.9%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.9%
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.9% minimum overall efficiency, which is lower than that of 68.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 10.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
no
Suitable for allergy sufferers
no
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
This vacuum cleaner is not 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
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
2.7 kg
Weight
2.7 kg
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.7 kg, which is lower than the weight of 70.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.4% 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
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 RH9638 X-Force Flex 8.60 vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 1 hours faster charging
    Charging time
    3 hours
    â–² 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 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.
  • 415 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    185 W
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (185 W vs 600 W).
    185 W vs 600 W
  • 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 foldable tube
    Foldable tube
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 25.4% lower weight
    Weight
    2.7 kg
    â–² Better than 70% 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).
    2.7 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 415 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    185 W
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (185 W vs 600 W).
    185 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.
  • 1 hours faster charging
    Charging time
    3 hours
    â–² 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 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 foldable tube
    Foldable tube
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 25.4% lower weight
    Weight
    2.7 kg
    â–² Better than 70% 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).
    2.7 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 25 mm narrower body
    Width
    240 mm
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (240 mm vs 265 mm).
    240 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.
  • 15 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    35 minutes
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
  • 100 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    50 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (50 AW vs 150 AW).
    50 AW vs 150 AW
  • 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
  • Not allergy-friendly
    Suitable for allergy sufferers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • 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
  • 0.05 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.9 %
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.9 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.9 % vs 99.95 %
  • 2.9% worse value for money
    Rowenta RH9638 X-Force Flex 8.60 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
    â–¼ 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
  • 100 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    50 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (50 AW vs 150 AW).
    50 AW vs 150 AW
  • 35 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    225 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (225 mm vs 260 mm).
    225 mm vs 260 mm
  • 15 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    35 minutes
    â–¼ 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 allergy-friendly
    Suitable for allergy sufferers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • 0.05 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.9 %
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.9 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.9 % vs 99.95 %
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    epa
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (epa vs hepa).
    epa vs hepa
  • 45 mm taller body
    Height
    1,145 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1145 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,145 mm vs 1,100 mm

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What we like about Rowenta RH9638 X-Force Flex 8.60

  • Cordless design offers great freedom of movement without cable limitations.
  • Flexible tube geometry allows users to clean easily under low furniture without bending down.
  • Integrated LED lighting on the main nozzle effectively reveals dust in dark corners.
  • Removable battery system enables easy charging or quick swapping to extend runtime.
  • Versatile functionality allows it to quickly convert into a lightweight handheld vacuum.
  • Generous selection of accessories is included, such as specialized dusting and crevice tools.

What we don't like about Rowenta RH9638 X-Force Flex 8.60

  • Suction power in the standard eco mode feels insufficient for heavy debris or deep carpets.
  • Using the boost trigger for maximum power rapidly drains the battery within a few minutes.
  • The physical weight of the motor assembly can make the unit feel somewhat heavy during extended use.
  • The device produces a loud operating noise level of up to 82 decibels during operation.
  • The vacuum cannot stand upright entirely on its own and lacks an included wall mount storage solution.
  • The rotating brush roll can easily become clogged and jammed with long hair or pet fur.

Verdict

The Rowenta RH9638 X-Force Flex 8.60 is a bagless, cordless 2-in-1 stick and handheld vacuum cleaner featuring a 185-watt motor, a 22V removable lithium-ion battery, and a 0.55-litre dust container. Its standout characteristics include an innovative flexible joint designed to reach up to four times further under low furniture without bending, a Power LED Vision suction head for dark corners, an EasyWash filter providing 99.9% air filtration, and a convenient boost trigger for sudden messes. Main advantages include its lightweight 2.7 kg maneuverability, standalone Stop&Go upright position, and an optimized runtime of up to 35 to 45 minutes in Eco mode. However, notable drawbacks include a loud maximum noise level of 82 dB, a significantly reduced battery life of under 10 minutes when using the high-drain boost mode, and a performance drop when the dust bin or filter becomes heavily soiled.

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