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Rowenta RH98A9 X-Force 12.60 Animal Care Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£250Suction power (AW):150 AWBattery runtime:45 minutesCapacity:0.9 LWeight:4.12 kg

Rowenta RH98A9 X-Force 12.60 Animal Care 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.

7.8

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 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
â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

80%

7.8

Technical Score

20%

7.9

User score

â–²Better than 84% of vacuum-cleaners
7.8

Technical Score

Technical score
7.8/ 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–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

28%

7.2

Performance

22%

7.1

Battery

18%

9.2

Filtration

14%

8.2

Attachments

10%

7.3

Design

8%

7.9

Smart features

â–²Better than 84% of vacuum-cleaners
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

5.8

Number of reviews

Based on 90 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–¼Worse than 75% of vacuum-cleaners
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Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Rowenta RH98A9 X-Force 12.60 Animal Care

Technical Score
Technical score
7.8/ 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 84% of models
Score components:

28%

7.2

Performance

22%

7.1

Battery

18%

9.2

Filtration

14%

8.2

Attachments

10%

7.3

Design

8%

7.9

Smart features

7.8
User score
User score
7.9/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

5.8

Number of reviews

Based on 90 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.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
5.8/ 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 50% of models
Popularity:
Rowenta RH98A9 X-Force 12.60 Animal Care has a popularity score of 5.8 points, which is higher than 50.3% of vacuum cleaners.
5.8
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.2/ 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 83% of models
Score components:

60%

7.8

Overall score

40%

9.2

Price

8.2
Suction power (AW)
150 AW
Suction power (AW)
150 AW
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 150 AW, which is higher than that of 43.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 11.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
320 W
Power consumption
320 W
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 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
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
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
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 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
0.9 L
Capacity
0.9 L
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 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
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
yes
Mini motorized brush
yes
â–² 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
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
4.12 kg
Weight
4.12 kg
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 4.12 kg, which is greater than the weight of 58.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.2% 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
yes
Auto suction adjustment
yes
â–² Better than 80% of models
This vacuum cleaner supports 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
yes
LED display
yes
â–² Better than 74% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes 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 RH98A9 X-Force 12.60 Animal Care 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 mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    â–² 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
    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
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, 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 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.
  • 7.4% better value for money
    Rowenta RH98A9 X-Force 12.60 Animal Care offers better value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (8.21 vs 7.6).
    8.21 vs 7.65
  • 280 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    320 W
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (320 W vs 600 W).
    320 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 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.
  • 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
  • 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
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    â–² 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
    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.
  • 145 mm narrower body
    Width
    120 mm
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (120 mm vs 265 mm).
    120 mm vs 265 mm
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, 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 LED display
    LED display
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 7 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    5 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (5 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    5 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
  • 150 mm taller body
    Height
    1,250 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1250 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,250 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 13.8% higher weight
    Weight
    4.12 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (4.1 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    4.12 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 66.7% more expensive
    Rowenta RH98A9 X-Force 12.60 Animal Care is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£250 vs £150).
    £250 vs £150
  • 0.1 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.9 L
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 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
  • 66.7% more expensive
    Rowenta RH98A9 X-Force 12.60 Animal Care is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£250 vs £150).
    £250 vs £150
  • 1.1% lower user score
    User score
    7.9/ 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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    Rowenta RH98A9 X-Force 12.60 Animal Care
    the average vacuum cleaner
    Rowenta RH98A9 X-Force 12.60 Animal Care has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (7.91 vs 8.000).
    7.91 vs 8
  • 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
  • 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
  • 7 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    5 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (5 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    5 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
  • 0.1 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.9 L
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 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
  • 150 mm taller body
    Height
    1,250 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1250 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,250 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 13.8% higher weight
    Weight
    4.12 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (4.1 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    4.12 kg vs 3.62 kg

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What we like about Rowenta RH98A9 X-Force 12.60 Animal Care

  • Powerful suction performance (up to 150 Air Watts)
  • Highly effective at removing pet hair using the mini turbo brush
  • Convenient bendable flex tube that easily reaches under low furniture without bending over
  • Smart automatic mode that dynamically adjusts suction power according to the floor type
  • Large and easy-to-clean 0.9L dust container
  • Helpful built-in LED lighting on the main nozzle to see dirt in dark spaces
  • Clear digital control display that displays real-time remaining battery life

What we don't like about Rowenta RH98A9 X-Force 12.60 Animal Care

  • Feels quite heavy and causes wrist fatigue during extended cleaning sessions
  • Short battery runtime when using higher power levels or boost mode (lasts under 15 minutes)
  • Long battery recharging time
  • Lacks a dedicated soft parquet brush, making it less suitable for delicate wood flooring
  • Hairs can get tightly wrapped around the mini brush shaft and are difficult to remove
  • Cannot stand upright on its own without a wall mount or support

Verdict

The Rowenta RH98A9 X-Force 12.60 Animal Care is a cordless stick vacuum cleaner powered by a 320W motor delivering a strong suction capacity of up to 150 Air Watts alongside a 25.2V removable lithium-ion battery that provides up to 45 minutes of runtime on a 3-hour charge. Key characteristics include a generous 0.9-litre washable dust container, 99.9% cyclonic filtration, an LCD smart control display, and automated floor detection that dynamically optimizes power across carpets and hard surfaces. Its primary design pros feature the signature foldable Flex technology tube for reaching under low furniture effortlessly, integrated Power LED Vision headlights, and a dedicated motorized Mini Turbo brush optimized for deep pet hair extraction. On the downside, the unit carries a relatively heavy operational weight of 4.12 kg, emits a loud noise output of 82 dB(A) during operation, and cannot stand upright independently.

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