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Rowenta X-Force Flex 9.80 Allergy Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180Suction power (AW):100 AWBattery runtime:80 minutesCapacity:0.6 LWeight:1.1 kg

Rowenta X-Force Flex 9.80 Allergy 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.

7.6

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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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â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

80%

7.4

Technical Score

20%

8.1

User score

â–²Better than 78% of vacuum-cleaners
7.4

Technical Score

Technical score
7.4/ 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 76% of models
Score components

28%

6.7

Performance

22%

8.6

Battery

18%

8.0

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

8.2

Design

8%

7.9

Smart features

â–²Better than 76% of vacuum-cleaners
8.1

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 67% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on 95 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 67% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Rowenta X-Force Flex 9.80 Allergy is a cordless 2-in-1 stick and handheld vacuum cleaner featuring a digital motor that delivers 100 Air Watts of suction power alongside an 18V removable lithium-ion battery providing up to 45 minutes of runtime. Its main characteristics include an advanced filtration system that captures 99.9% of fine dust and allergens, a real-time Smart Control Display, automatic floor detection that adjusts suction power dynamically, and a signature flexible joint system paired with a motorized LED nozzle to clean deeply under low furniture. Key pros include its ultra-lightweight build of just 1.1 kg in handheld mode, an easily accessible Boost trigger, a washable 0.4-litre dust container, and dedicated allergy attachments. However, notable cons include its inability to stand upright on its own without support, potential brush tangling with hair due to the lack of an anti-tangle system, and a lengthy 4-hour battery recharging time.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Rowenta X-Force Flex 9.80 Allergy

Technical Score
Technical score
7.4/ 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 76% of models
Score components:

28%

6.7

Performance

22%

8.6

Battery

18%

8.0

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

8.2

Design

8%

7.9

Smart features

7.4
Rowenta X-Force Flex 9.80 Allergy has a technical score of 7.4 points, which is higher than 76.3% of vacuum cleaners.
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 67% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on 95 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 X-Force Flex 9.80 Allergy has a user score of 8.07 points, which is higher than 67.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
5.9/ 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 51% of models
Popularity:
Rowenta X-Force Flex 9.80 Allergy has a popularity score of 5.9 points, which is higher than 51.2% of vacuum cleaners.
5.9
Rowenta X-Force Flex 9.80 Allergy has a popularity score of 5.9 points, which is higher than 51.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.2/ 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 83% of models
Score components:

60%

7.6

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

8.2
Rowenta X-Force Flex 9.80 Allergy has a value-for-money score of 8.2 points, which is higher than 82.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
100 AW
Suction power (AW)
100 AW
â–¼ 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
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
250 W
Power consumption
250 W
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 250 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 78.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.9% 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
80 minutes
Battery runtime
80 minutes
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 80 minutes, which is longer than that of 91.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
4 hours
Charging time
4 hours
â–² Better than 42% of models
Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 4 hours, which is faster than 42.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 25.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
2,500 mAh
Battery capacity
2,500 mAh
â–² Better than 48% of models
Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 2,500 mAh, which is larger than that of 48.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 24.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
18.5 V
Battery voltage
18.5 V
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 18.5 V, which is lower than that of 77.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.2% 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
99.9%
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
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
0.6 L
Capacity
0.6 L
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.6 L, which is smaller than that of 71.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6.8% 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
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
1.1 kg
Weight
1.1 kg
★ Better than 100% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 1.1 kg, which is lower than the weight of 99.9% 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 X-Force Flex 9.80 Allergy vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 30 minutes longer runtime
    Battery runtime
    80 minutes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (80 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    80 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 69.6% lower weight
    Weight
    1.1 kg
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (1.1 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    1.1 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 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.
  • 10 minutes longer turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    22 minutes
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (22 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    22 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 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.
  • 6.9% better value for money
    Rowenta X-Force Flex 9.80 Allergy offers better value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (8.17 vs 7.6).
    8.17 vs 7.65
  • 350 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    250 W
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (250 W vs 600 W).
    250 W vs 600 W
  • 30 minutes longer runtime
    Battery runtime
    80 minutes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (80 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    80 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 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.
  • 10 minutes longer turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    22 minutes
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (22 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    22 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 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.
  • 69.6% lower weight
    Weight
    1.1 kg
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (1.1 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    1.1 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 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.
  • 17 mm narrower body
    Width
    248 mm
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (248 mm vs 265 mm).
    248 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
  • 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.
  • 50 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    100 AW
    â–¼ 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
  • 0.4 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.6 L
    â–¼ Worse than 71% 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).
    0.6 L vs 1 L
  • 3.7 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    18.5 V
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (18.5 V vs 22.2 V).
    18.5 V vs 22.2 V
  • 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 %
  • 10 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    250 mm
    â–¼ 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
  • 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
  • 50 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    100 AW
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
  • 3.7 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    18.5 V
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (18.5 V vs 22.2 V).
    18.5 V vs 22.2 V
  • 0.4 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.6 L
    â–¼ Worse than 71% 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).
    0.6 L vs 1 L
  • 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 %
  • 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.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 95 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Rowenta X-Force Flex 9.80 Allergy?

  • Flexible joint system allows effortless cleaning under low furniture without bending
  • Lightweight and smooth to maneuver, especially when used in handheld mode
  • Equipped with useful LED headlights on the main nozzle to reveal hidden dust
  • Removable and easily replaceable battery system allows for extended runtime
  • Smart automatic adjustment of suction power depending on the floor type
  • Effective multi-stage filtration system that captures fine dust and allergens

What customers dislike about Rowenta X-Force Flex 9.80 Allergy?

  • Cannot stand upright on its own when not in use or during breaks
  • The plastic materials and parts alignment do not feel highly premium
  • The dust container has a relatively small capacity and fills up quickly
  • Suction power in standard or eco mode is weak on thick carpets
  • Activating the high-power boost mode drains the battery life very quickly
  • The battery level indicator can be unreliable and cause the vacuum to stop unexpectedly

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