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Tristar SZ-1980 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:40 minutesCapacity:1.5 LWeight:2.45 kg

Tristar SZ-1980 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.

6.8

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

80%

6.5

Technical Score

20%

7.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 52% of vacuum-cleaners
6.5

Technical Score

Technical score
6.5/ 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 54% of models
Score components

28%

6.5

Performance

22%

6.2

Battery

18%

7.1

Filtration

14%

6.5

Attachments

10%

7.3

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 54% of vacuum-cleaners
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 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 82% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

6.1

Number of reviews

Based on 114 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 82% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Tristar SZ-1980 is a 2-in-1 cordless stick vacuum cleaner powered by a 100-watt DC motor and a 22.2V (2200mAh) lithium-ion battery, which delivers a suction power of 7.5 kPa. Main characteristics include its 1.5-litre translucent dust container, integrated E11 HEPA filtration system for allergy sufferers, an electric floor brush with LED lighting, and two speed levels. Key pros are its lightweight 2.5 kg design, versatility to instantly transform into a handheld vacuum, hygienic one-button container emptying, and a decent runtime of up to 40 minutes on low speed (25 minutes on high speed). However, notable cons include its relatively long 4.5 to 5-hour battery charging time and weaker suction performance when cleaning carpets compared to smooth, hard floors.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Tristar SZ-1980

Technical Score
Technical score
6.5/ 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 54% of models
Score components:

28%

6.5

Performance

22%

6.2

Battery

18%

7.1

Filtration

14%

6.5

Attachments

10%

7.3

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

6.5
Tristar SZ-1980 has a technical score of 6.5 points, which is lower than 53.9% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
7.7/ 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 82% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

6.1

Number of reviews

Based on 114 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.
7.7
Tristar SZ-1980 has a user score of 7.71 points, which is lower than 81.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
6.1/ 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 52% of models
Popularity:
Tristar SZ-1980 has a popularity score of 6.1 points, which is higher than 52.2% of vacuum cleaners.
6.1
Tristar SZ-1980 has a popularity score of 6.1 points, which is higher than 52.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.7/ 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–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

60%

6.8

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

7.7
Tristar SZ-1980 has a value-for-money score of 7.7 points, which is higher than 50.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
7.5 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
7.5 kPa
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 7.5 kPa, which is lower than that of 97.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
dc
Power consumption
100 W
Power consumption
100 W
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 100 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 96% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.1% 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
5 hours
Charging time
5 hours
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 5 hours, which is slower than 73.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 20.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
2,200 mAh
Battery capacity
2,200 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 2,200 mAh, which is smaller than that of 57.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 19.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
22.2 V
Battery voltage
22.2 V
â–² Better than 45% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 22.2 V, which is higher than that of 45.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 11% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
epa 10
Filter class
epa 10
â–² Better than 62% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class epa 10, which is more advanced than the class used by 62.2% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 2.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
85%
Minimum overall efficiency
85%
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 85% minimum overall efficiency, which is lower than that of 94.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.4% 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
1.5 L
Capacity
1.5 L
â–² Better than 60% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 1.5 L, which is larger than that of 60.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6.3% 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
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
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
2.45 kg
Weight
2.45 kg
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.45 kg, which is lower than the weight of 81.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.4% 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.

Tristar SZ-1980 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.
  • 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.
  • 500 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    100 W
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (100 W vs 600 W).
    100 W vs 600 W
  • 13 minutes longer turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    25 minutes
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (25 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    25 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 32.3% lower weight
    Weight
    2.45 kg
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.5 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.45 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.
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    epa 10
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (epa 10 vs hepa).
    epa 10 vs hepa
  • 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.
  • 500 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    100 W
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (100 W vs 600 W).
    100 W vs 600 W
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    75-75 dB
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (75-75 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    75-75 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 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.
  • 13 minutes longer turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    25 minutes
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (25 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    25 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.
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    epa 10
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (epa 10 vs hepa).
    epa 10 vs hepa
  • 0.5 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    1.5 L
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (1.5 L vs 1 L).
    1.5 L vs 1 L
  • 32.3% lower weight
    Weight
    2.45 kg
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.5 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.45 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 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.
  • 395 mm shorter body
    Height
    705 mm
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (705 mm vs 1100 mm).
    705 mm vs 1,100 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.
  • 12.5 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    7.5 kPa
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (7.5 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    7.5 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 14.95 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    85 %
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (85 % vs 99.95 %).
    85 % vs 99.95 %
  • 1 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    5 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (5 hours vs 4 hours).
    5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 300 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,200 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2200 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,200 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 433 mm deeper body
    Depth
    698 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (698 mm vs 265 mm).
    698 mm vs 265 mm
  • 35 mm wider body
    Width
    300 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (300 mm vs 265 mm).
    300 mm vs 265 mm
  • 3.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 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
    Tristar SZ-1980
    the average vacuum cleaner
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Tristar SZ-1980 has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (7.71 vs 8.000).
    7.71 vs 8
  • 12.5 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    7.5 kPa
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (7.5 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    7.5 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 1 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    5 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (5 hours vs 4 hours).
    5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 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
  • 300 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,200 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2200 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,200 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 14.95 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    85 %
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (85 % vs 99.95 %).
    85 % vs 99.95 %
  • 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.
  • 433 mm deeper body
    Depth
    698 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (698 mm vs 265 mm).
    698 mm vs 265 mm
  • 35 mm wider body
    Width
    300 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (300 mm vs 265 mm).
    300 mm vs 265 mm
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2019
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2019 vs 2021).
    Released in November 2019.
    2019 vs 2021

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Third-party reviews

Based on 114 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Tristar SZ-1980?

  • Convenient 2-in-1 design that easily converts from a stick vacuum to a handheld unit
  • Cordless portability makes it highly maneuverable and excellent for cleaning cars, stairs, and tight spaces
  • Hygienic, touch-free dustbin emptying mechanism with a simple button push
  • Features a removable HEPA filter which helps trap fine particles and allergens
  • Includes a motorized brush and an integrated LED light to illuminate dark or hidden areas

What customers dislike about Tristar SZ-1980?

  • Relatively short runtime of around 25 to 30 minutes on a full charge
  • Long charging time, requiring approximately 5 hours to fully recharge the battery
  • The 100W motor provides limited maximum suction power (7.5 kPa) compared to premium cordless models
  • Struggles on deep-pile carpets or with heavy pet hair accumulation

Expert reviews

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taenk.dk
24/01/2023
Summary of the review
Review: Tristar SZ-1980 - Danish Consumer Council Tænk
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tweakers.net
27/03/2019
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Tristar SZ-1980 - Decent - Product reviews - Tweakers
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consumentenbond.nl
N/A
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Tristar SZ-1980 - Test, Reviews & Prices - Consumentenbond
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stofzuiger-informatie.nl
08/01/2026
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Top 3 Tristar cordless stick vacuum models 2026 - Best vacuum cleaner
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