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Rowenta X-Trem RH1238 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Suction power (AW):25 AWBattery runtime:40 minutesCapacity:0.4 LWeight:1.76 kg

Rowenta X-Trem RH1238 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.

6.2

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 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–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

80%

6.2

Technical Score

20%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 88% of vacuum-cleaners
6.2

Technical Score

Technical score
6.2/ 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 75% of models
Score components

28%

5.9

Performance

22%

6.5

Battery

18%

6.0

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

8.2

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 75% 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
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Verdict

The Rowenta X-Trem Compact RH1238 is a versatile 2-in-1 cordless stick vacuum featuring bi-directional Flex Technology that allows the unit to bend for easy access under low furniture without physical strain. Weighing just 2 kg as a stick vacuum and 0.9 kg in handheld mode, it is powered by a 14.4V (or 16.8V depending on region) lithium-ion battery providing up to 40 minutes of runtime with a 4-hour recharge cycle. Key pros include its ultra-compact floor charging base, a motorized LED brush head for visibility in dark areas, and a 0.4L dust container. However, some users note potential cons such as a relatively small dust capacity that requires frequent emptying and a noise level of approximately 79 dB which can be loud for its size.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Rowenta X-Trem RH1238

Technical Score
Technical score
6.2/ 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–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

28%

5.9

Performance

22%

6.5

Battery

18%

6.0

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

8.2

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

6.2
Rowenta X-Trem RH1238 has a technical score of 6.2 points, which is lower than 75% 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

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 X-Trem RH1238 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
1.0
Rowenta X-Trem RH1238 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.3/ 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 86% of models
Score components:

60%

6.2

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.3
Rowenta X-Trem RH1238 has a value-for-money score of 7.3 points, which is lower than 78.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
25 AW
Suction power (AW)
25 AW
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 25 AW, which is lower than that of 94.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.1% 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
40 minutes
Battery runtime
40 minutes
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 40 minutes, which is shorter than that of 64.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 18.6% 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
?
Battery voltage
12 V
Battery voltage
12 V
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 12 V, which is lower than that of 99.3% 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
95%
Minimum overall efficiency
95%
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 95% minimum overall efficiency, which is lower than that of 89.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5% 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
0.4 L
Capacity
0.4 L
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.4 L, which is smaller than that of 90.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 4.5% 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
1.76 kg
Weight
1.76 kg
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 1.76 kg, which is lower than the weight of 94.5% 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
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 X-Trem RH1238 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.
  • 51.4% lower weight
    Weight
    1.76 kg
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (1.8 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    1.76 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 95 mm shallower body
    Depth
    170 mm
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is less deep than the average vacuum cleaner (170 mm vs 265 mm).
    170 mm vs 265 mm
  • 66.7% cheaper
    Rowenta X-Trem RH1238 is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£90 vs £150).
    £90 vs £150
  • 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
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, 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.
  • 51.4% lower weight
    Weight
    1.76 kg
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (1.8 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    1.76 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.
  • 95 mm shallower body
    Depth
    170 mm
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is less deep than the average vacuum cleaner (170 mm vs 265 mm).
    170 mm vs 265 mm
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 125 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    25 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (25 AW vs 150 AW).
    25 AW vs 150 AW
  • 0.6 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.4 L
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.4 L vs 1 L).
    0.4 L vs 1 L
  • 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.
  • 10 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    40 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (40 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    40 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 4.95 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    95 %
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (95 % vs 99.95 %).
    95 % vs 99.95 %
  • 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.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    79-80 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (79-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    79-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 10.2 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    12 V
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (12 V vs 22.2 V).
    12 V vs 22.2 V
  • 4.3% worse value for money
    Rowenta X-Trem RH1238 offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.33 vs 7.6).
    7.33 vs 7.65
  • 125 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    25 AW
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (25 AW vs 150 AW).
    25 AW vs 150 AW
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    79-80 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (79-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    79-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 12 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    248 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (248 mm vs 260 mm).
    248 mm vs 260 mm
  • 10 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    40 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (40 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    40 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 10.2 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    12 V
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (12 V vs 22.2 V).
    12 V vs 22.2 V
  • 2 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    10 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (10 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    10 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 0.6 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.4 L
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.4 L vs 1 L).
    0.4 L vs 1 L
  • 4.95 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    95 %
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (95 % vs 99.95 %).
    95 % vs 99.95 %
  • 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.
  • 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

What customers like about Rowenta X-Trem RH1238?

  • Extremely lightweight design makes it highly maneuverable
  • Bi-directional flexible joint easily reaches under low furniture without bending
  • Strong and reliable suction performance on standard mode
  • Compact floor-level charging station offers convenient storage
  • Motorised brush head features integrated LED lights to track down hidden dust
  • Seamlessly converts into a 900g handheld device for quick cleanups

What customers dislike about Rowenta X-Trem RH1238?

  • Small 0.4-litre dust container requires very frequent emptying
  • Dust container mechanism can become stiff and difficult to insert over time
  • Battery life drops significantly when continuously operating on boost mode
  • Not well-suited for heavy-duty tasks or cleaning large staircases
  • Difficulty accessing customer support or securing warranty repairs if issues arise

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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08/07/2025
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guide-aspirateur.net
19/12/2023
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consumentenbond.nl
01/06/2023
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