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Tristar SZ-1920 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45Suction power (AW):197 AWBattery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:2 LWeight:4.1 kg

Tristar SZ-1920 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.

6.1

Overall score

Score
6.1/ 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 90% of models
Score components

80%

5.7

Technical Score

20%

8.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 90% of vacuum-cleaners
5.7

Technical Score

Technical score
5.7/ 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 97% of models
Score components

28%

6.9

Performance

22%

3.5

Battery

18%

7.7

Filtration

14%

4.6

Attachments

10%

6.0

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 97% of vacuum-cleaners
8.1

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 68% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on 1,101 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 68% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Tristar SZ-1920 is a compact, corded bagged cylinder vacuum cleaner operating on a 230V power source with a 700W motor that generates 197W of suction power. Key technical specifications include a 2-litre dust bag capacity, an 8-metre operating radius facilitated by a 5-metre power cord with automatic rewind, and a 77-cm stainless steel telescopic tube paired with a high-efficiency universal brush. Main pros highlight its Energy Class A efficiency rating, a lightweight frame of 4.1 kg that ensures easy portability, and Class A performance capabilities on hard floors. Conversely, prominent cons include a high 80 dB noise level, a lower Class E performance rating on carpets, and an uncertified HEPA filtration system resulting in a Class D dust emission rating.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Tristar SZ-1920

Technical Score
Technical score
5.7/ 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 97% of models
Score components:

28%

6.9

Performance

22%

3.5

Battery

18%

7.7

Filtration

14%

4.6

Attachments

10%

6.0

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

5.7
Tristar SZ-1920 has a technical score of 5.7 points, which is lower than 97% 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on 1,101 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
Tristar SZ-1920 has a user score of 8.07 points, which is higher than 67.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
7.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Popularity:
Tristar SZ-1920 has a popularity score of 7.8 points, which is higher than 69.6% of vacuum cleaners.
7.8
Tristar SZ-1920 has a popularity score of 7.8 points, which is higher than 69.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.3/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components:

60%

6.1

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.3
Tristar SZ-1920 has a value-for-money score of 7.3 points, which is lower than 78.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
197 AW
Suction power (AW)
197 AW
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 197 AW, which is higher than that of 71.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
18 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
18 kPa
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 18 kPa, which is lower than that of 60.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
55 L/s
Airflow
55 L/s
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 L/s
This vacuum cleaner delivers 55 L/s airflow, which is higher than that of 91.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Motor type
Universal motor
Power consumption
700 W
Power consumption
700 W
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 700 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 61.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7.5% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery voltage
N/A
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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
99.97%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.97%
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.97% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 59.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 19.4% 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
2 L
Capacity
2 L
â–² Better than 69% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 2 L, which is larger than that of 69% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
no
Bagless
no
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design. 78.6% of vacuum cleaners use this setup.
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Main brush type
classic
Roller type
none
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
canister
Weight
4.1 kg
Weight
4.1 kg
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 4.1 kg, which is greater than the weight of 57.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.5% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not offer 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
yes
Adjustable tube height
yes
â–² Better than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes 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
no
Nozzle light
no
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include 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.

Tristar SZ-1920 vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 27.2 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    55 L/s
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (55 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    55 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 47 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    197 AW
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (197 AW vs 150 AW).
    197 AW vs 150 AW
  • Includes full bin indicator
    Full bin indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a full bin indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 900 mm shorter body
    Height
    200 mm
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (200 mm vs 1100 mm).
    200 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 0.02 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.97 %
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.97 % vs 99.95 %
  • 30 mm narrower body
    Width
    235 mm
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (235 mm vs 265 mm).
    235 mm vs 265 mm
  • 1 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    2 L
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2 L vs 1 L).
    2 L vs 1 L
  • 3.33x cheaper
    Tristar SZ-1920 is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£45 vs £150).
    £45 vs £150
  • 27.2 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    55 L/s
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (55 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    55 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 47 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    197 AW
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (197 AW vs 150 AW).
    197 AW vs 150 AW
  • Includes full bin indicator
    Full bin indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a full bin indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 0.02 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.97 %
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.97 % vs 99.95 %
  • 1 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    2 L
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2 L vs 1 L).
    2 L vs 1 L
  • 900 mm shorter body
    Height
    200 mm
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (200 mm vs 1100 mm).
    200 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 30 mm narrower body
    Width
    235 mm
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (235 mm vs 265 mm).
    235 mm vs 265 mm
  • 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.
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 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)
    78-80 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (78-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    78-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • No bagless design
    Bagless
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 4.8% worse value for money
    Tristar SZ-1920 offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.3 vs 7.6).
    7.3 vs 7.65
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    78-80 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (78-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    78-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 2 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    18 kPa
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (18 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    18 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers fewer speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 100 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    700 W
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (700 W vs 600 W).
    700 W vs 600 W
  • 1.5 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (5 m vs 6.5 m).
    5 m vs 6.5 m
  • 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.
  • No bagless design
    Bagless
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 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.
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2014
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2014 vs 2021).
    2014 vs 2021
  • 13.3% higher weight
    Weight
    4.1 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 57% 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).
    4.1 kg vs 3.62 kg

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Third-party reviews

Based on 1,101 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Tristar SZ-1920?

  • Compact design makes it highly portable and easy to store
  • Lightweight build (around 4.1 kg) allows for easy maneuverability up and down stairs
  • Affordable purchase price offering a budget-friendly option
  • Good suction power for daily household tasks, especially on hard floors
  • Energy-efficient performance with lower power consumption
  • Hygienic and simple dust bag replacement process

What customers dislike about Tristar SZ-1920?

  • Extremely loud operation with some users describing a high-pitched whistling noise
  • Relatively short power cable (5 meters) which limits the overall cleaning radius
  • Short attachment hose length
  • Disappointing suction efficiency specifically when utilizing the floor nozzle attachment
  • Lower build quality materials compared to premium vacuum brands
  • Regional power plug incompatibilities (e.g., EU Schuko plug requiring loose-fitting adapters in some countries)

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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01/09/2015
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