The 7 Best Vacuums Under $200

Katie MaguireDirector, Content Shopping Strategy
Katie MaguireDirector, Content Shopping Strategy
I'm the Director of Shopping Content Strategy, overseeing all shoppable content across Apartment Therapy, The Kitchn, Cubby, and Dorm Therapy, which is a fancy way of saying I turned my online shopping obsession into a career. Off-duty, you can find me at vintage markets, poking…read more
published Oct 31, 2025
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BISSELL CleanView Max Lift Off Tangle-Free Brush Roll Vacuum Cleaner
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If you’ve ever shopped for a vacuum, you know how easy it is to fall down a rabbit hole of high-end models and triple-digit price tags. But a cleaner, more comfortable home doesn’t have to come with sticker shock. Whether you’re living in a small apartment or a full house, these budget-friendly vacuums (all under $200!) prove that affordability and performance can absolutely coexist. 

From lightweight sticks that glide across hardwood to powerful uprights that handle pet hair and deep carpet messes, these editor-approved picks deliver the kind of clean you can see and feel — without the splurge.

Shark Rocket Pro DLX Corded Stick Vacuum
$200

With swivel steering, LED headlights, and an XL dust cup, this stick vacuum is built to handle deep-pile carpets and heavy shed-loads.

$200 at SharkNinja
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BISSELL CleanView Max Lift Off Tangle-Free Brush Roll Vacuum Cleaner
$190$120

A corded upright with a detachable Lift-Off pod, sealed HEPA system, and tangle-free brush roll, this vacuum is great for pet and human hair-filled spots.

$120 at Target
Black+Decker dustbuster Pivot Vac 20V Max Cordless Handheld Vacuum
$64

Lightweight and cordless with a pivoting nozzle, this handheld vac is ideal for quick pickups, stairs, upholstery and vehicles.

$64 at Amazon
eufy by Anker, BoostIQ RoboVac 11S MAX
$280$14050% off

Sleek and superthin with up to 100 minutes runtime, this self-charging robot vac does the floors while you do something else.

$140 at Amazon
BISSELL Featherweight Stick Vacuum
$36

Weighing just 3 pounds and with the ability to convert to a hand vacuum, this model is perfect for compact spaces and quick cleanups.

$36 at Amazon
Bissell CleanView Bagless Corded Multi-Level Filter Upright Vacuum
$110

This vacuum has strong suction across all surfaces, hardwood floor and rugs included, and includes a removable extension wand and 23-foot power cord so you can reach more places without needing to change plugs.

$110 at Ace Hardware
LEVOIT Cordless Vacuum Cleaner
$200$15025% off

Tangle-resistant brush roll, up to 50 minutes runtime, and a lightweight, versatile design make this a great cordless option.

$150 at Amazon

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