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Rowenta RH9879 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350Suction power (AW):130 AWBattery runtime:45 minutesCapacity:0.9 LWeight:2.99 kg

Rowenta RH9879 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.

7.7

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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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Score components

80%

7.8

Technical Score

20%

7.1

User score

â–²Better than 81% of vacuum-cleaners
7.8

Technical Score

Technical score
7.8/ 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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Score components

28%

7.1

Performance

22%

8.4

Battery

18%

8.6

Filtration

14%

8.2

Attachments

10%

7.7

Design

8%

6.1

Smart features

â–²Better than 84% of vacuum-cleaners
7.1

User score

User score
7.1/ 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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Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

5.0

Number of reviews

Based on 84 buyer reviews from online shops.
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–¼Worse than 93% of vacuum-cleaners
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Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Rowenta RH9879

Technical Score
Technical score
7.8/ 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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Score components:

28%

7.1

Performance

22%

8.4

Battery

18%

8.6

Filtration

14%

8.2

Attachments

10%

7.7

Design

8%

6.1

Smart features

7.8
User score
User score
7.1/ 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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Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

5.0

Number of reviews

Based on 84 buyer reviews from online shops.
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.
7.1
Popularity
Popularity
5.0/ 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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Popularity:
Rowenta RH9879 has a popularity score of 5 points, which is lower than 54.1% of vacuum cleaners.
5.0
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.0/ 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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Score components:

60%

7.7

Overall score

40%

8.7

Price

8.0
Suction power (AW)
130 AW
Suction power (AW)
130 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 130 AW, which is lower than that of 62.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
320 W
Power consumption
320 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 320 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 73.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.2% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
yes
Cordless
yes
This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
45 minutes
Battery runtime
45 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
3 hours
Charging time
3 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
3,000 mAh
Battery capacity
3,000 mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 3,000 mAh, which is larger than that of 79.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
25.2 V
Battery voltage
25.2 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
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
99.9%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.9%
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
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
0.9 L
Capacity
0.9 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.9 L, which is smaller than that of 51.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
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
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
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
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
stick
Weight
2.99 kg
Weight
2.99 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.99 kg, which is lower than the weight of 64.1% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
yes
2-in-1 design
yes
This vacuum cleaner offers a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
no
Self-standing
no
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
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
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
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
yes
LED display
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
yes
Nozzle light
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
no
Mopping support
no
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Rowenta RH9879 vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 1 hours faster charging
    Charging time
    3 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
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 500 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,000 mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (3000 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    3,000 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes foldable tube
    Foldable tube
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a foldable tube, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes LED display
    LED display
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 280 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    320 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (320 W vs 600 W).
    320 W vs 600 W
  • 1 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    3
    This vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 1 hours faster charging
    Charging time
    3 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
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 500 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,000 mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (3000 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    3,000 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 3 V higher voltage
    Battery voltage
    25.2 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 mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes foldable tube
    Foldable tube
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a foldable tube, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 17.4% lower weight
    Weight
    2.99 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (3 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.99 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes LED display
    LED display
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    73-82 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (73-82 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    73-82 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 5 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    45 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (45 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    45 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 0.05 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.9 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.9 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.9 % vs 99.95 %
  • 20 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    130 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (130 AW vs 150 AW).
    130 AW vs 150 AW
  • 4 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    8 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (8 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    8 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 2.33x more expensive
    Rowenta RH9879 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£350 vs £150).
    £350 vs £150
  • 12.5% lower user score
    User score
    7.1/ 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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    Rowenta RH9879
    the average vacuum cleaner
    Rowenta RH9879 has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (7.11 vs 8.000).
    7.11 vs 8
  • 10 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    250 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (250 mm vs 260 mm).
    250 mm vs 260 mm
  • 2.33x more expensive
    Rowenta RH9879 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£350 vs £150).
    £350 vs £150
  • 12.5% lower user score
    User score
    7.1/ 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
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Rowenta RH9879
    the average vacuum cleaner
    Rowenta RH9879 has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (7.11 vs 8.000).
    7.11 vs 8
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    73-82 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (73-82 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    73-82 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 20 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    130 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (130 AW vs 150 AW).
    130 AW vs 150 AW
  • 10 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    250 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (250 mm vs 260 mm).
    250 mm vs 260 mm
  • 5 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    45 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (45 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    45 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 4 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    8 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (8 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    8 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 0.05 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.9 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.9 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.9 % vs 99.95 %
  • 0.1 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.9 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.9 L vs 1 L).
    0.9 L vs 1 L
  • 50 mm taller body
    Height
    1,150 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

Based on 84 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Rowenta RH9879

  • Excellent suction power, especially when effectively picking up embedded pet hair
  • The flexible folding tube allows easy cleaning under furniture without bending over
  • Generous accessory package, including a dedicated mini turbo brush for animals and sofas
  • Large and highly transparent 0.9L dust tank that is simple to unclip and empty
  • Convenient digital control display that clearly shows power levels and remaining battery life
  • Integrated LED headlamps on the brush head make hidden dust visible in dark spaces
  • Removable battery pack that can be detached and conveniently charged anywhere

What we don't like about Rowenta RH9879

  • Battery drains extremely fast when utilizing the high-power 'Turbo' or 'Boost' modes
  • The overall weight of the motor unit feels slightly heavy and causes fatigue after prolonged use
  • The device lacks a self-standing parking position when detached from its wall mount
  • Long battery recharging time relative to its total continuous runtime
  • A few users experienced long-term durability issues, noting early product breakdowns

Verdict

The Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60 RH9879 is a 25.2V cordless stick vacuum cleaner featuring a DigitalForce motor that delivers a maximum suction power of 130 Air Watts alongside a spacious 0.9-litre dust capacity. Main characteristics and pros include its versatile 2-in-1 design that easily converts into a 1.8 kg handheld unit, an interactive LED control display featuring 3 power modes, a Deep Power LED Vision floor head, and a signature flexible joint tube that reaches up to 4 times farther under low furniture without requiring the user to bend over. It comes well-equipped for pet owners with an included mini turbo brush, offers up to 99.9% air filtration, and provides a 45-minute runtime in Eco mode with a 3-hour recharge cycle. However, some cons noted by users include a maximum noise level of 82 dB, a total stick weight of approximately 3.3 kg which can feel heavy during prolonged use, a non-telescopic extension rod, and an inability to stand vertically on its own without using the wall support base.

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