The 7 Best Laminate Floor Vacuums - Spring 2023 Reviews

The best vacuum for laminate floors we've tested is the Samsung Jet 90 Complete. This cordless stick vacuum comes with two floorheads, one with a bristled brushroll for better performance on carpets and the other with a fluffy brushroll for improved debris pickup on bare floors and in shallow crevices. With its fluffy floorhead, this vacuum delivers remarkable performance on flat surfaces like laminate flooring. For an additional cost, you can also bundle it with a uniquely-designed mopping floorhead that's impressively effective in dealing with dried-on stains on bare surfaces. Battery performance is also decent, as you can expect an hour of continuous use in its energy-efficient 'MIN' mode, though runtime can drop drastically in its high-power 'MAX' mode.

However, while its rack station features an additional battery charging slot, only one battery is included. Some parts of its components also feel a little fragile, like the clear plastic dustbin and top plates of its floorheads. If you're looking for a vacuum that's even smaller and lighter, the Dyson V12 Detect Slim is a great option. Unlike the Samsung, it can adjust its suction level to match the surface type it's currently on, though it has a much smaller dirt compartment than the Samsung.

If you're looking for something more affordable than the Samsung Jet 90 Complete, the Shark Stratos Cordless is a very good choice. It's heavier and bulkier than the Samsung, and unlike the former, it isn't compatible with a dedicated mopping floorhead, which would make it an ideal option for handling small kitchen spills. That said, it is cheaper and comes with an impressively broad range of features. Unlike the Samsung vacuum, it has an automatic suction power adjustment feature, and its Clean Sense IQ system lets it increase its suction power when passing over an area with a large amount of debris. Its twin roller floorhead and relatively potent suction motor allow it to easily clear away various kinds of debris on hard surfaces like laminate floors.

This vacuum can run for up to an hour on a single charge, which is fairly good for a cordless vacuum, though it does take quite a while to recharge. Thankfully, you can watch the remaining battery life with the LED display at the back of its body. The Shark Stratos is pretty heavy and bulky for a cordless stick model, but its flexible wand makes it a lot easier to clean under most tables and chairs since you won't have to crouch very deeply when cleaning these sorts of areas.

Check out the Tineco PURE ONE S11 if you're looking for a more affordable vacuum to handle debris on laminate surfaces. It isn't as sturdily built as the Shark Stratos Cordless and has a shorter maximum battery life of about 40 minutes. However, there are a few key advantages aside from its lower purchase price. The Tineco comes with a wider array of attachments, with the higher-end Tango variant having a secondary soft roller head to avoid creating micro-scratches on hard surfaces like laminate. It's also notably lighter, so you can pick it up and carry it around with less effort.

This vacuum is still highly effective in dealing with both pet hair and solid household debris on hard, even surfaces like laminate flooring. The suction performance remains consistent as its dustbin fills with debris, so you won't have to empty it too often. Unusually for a vacuum of this type, you can pair it with your smartphone via the Tineco Life app, which allows you to change its power setting, check battery life, or see the estimated replacement time for its filters.

If you're shopping for a vacuum at a lower price point, the Wyze Cordless Vacuum is a solid option. Unlike the top-tier Tango variant of the Tineco PURE ONE S11, it doesn't come with a soft-roller head, but the Wyze's multi-surface floorhead has a brushroll with pretty soft bristles, so you won't need to worry about scratching your laminate floors. Still, if a soft-roller floorhead is a must-have accessory, the JASHEN V16 is a good budget-friendly alternative with a wider range of attachments, though debris pickup performance lags behind that of the Wyze.

While the Wyze can't automatically adjust its own suction power, it still delivers excellent overall debris pickup on hard surfaces. That said, be careful when using it to clean up messes in the kitchen, as bulky material like cereal pieces can clog the entry to its dustbin. This vacuum also features an onboard HEPA filter that's pretty effective in sealing allergens. However, you'll still need to be careful when emptying its dustbin, which can release a cloud of dust and debris.

The best vacuum cleaner for laminate floors at a budget-friendly price point that we've tested is the Eureka Mighty Mite. Despite its highly affordable price point, this simple bagged canister vacuum delivers exceptional debris pickup on hard surfaces. Its straight suction floorhead has bristles that you can retract, enabling you to clean any low-pile rugs you might have. Its simple design makes it very easy to maintain, and the vacuum's lightweight plastic construction makes maneuvering it in tight spaces a breeze.

However, this vacuum doesn't have a telescopic wand, instead using a pair of tubes that can fall apart easily if you don't push them together very tightly. Some versions of the Mighty Mite also have vents behind the rear wheels that bypass any post-motor filtration, so fine allergens that bypass its dirtbag can be blown free of the exhaust vents while cleaning, even if you've installed an aftermarket HEPA filter. It also has a very short power cord, so it can be a bit of a hassle to clean hard-to-reach areas compared to a cordless model like the Wyze Cordless Vacuum.

If you want to stick with a corded model, the best vacuum cleaner for laminate floors we've tested is the Miele Complete C3 Calima PowerLine. Despite being the entry-level model in Miele's C3 lineup, it's pretty pricey next to many other models on this list and isn't as easy to set up and use as a cordless model like the Samsung Jet 90 Complete. However, it's a fantastic option if you prioritize superb deep cleaning performance and excellent build quality above all else. Its powerful 1200W suction motor results in fantastic debris-pickup performance on bare floors and makes very little noise while running. This variant comes with a lightweight parquet tool as well as a turbo head that you can use on low and medium-pile area rugs. It's also remarkably easy to maintain and has thoughtful quality-of-life features that make cleaning easier, like a power cord that retracts at the press of a button, an onboard storage compartment, and an allergen-sealed canister body.

Unfortunately, its hose is short, making it difficult to clean hard-to-reach areas. It also uses dirtbags that are a little on the small side, so you'll have to swap in a new one semi-regularly if you clean a lot. Consider the SEBO Airbelt D4 if those are both significant drawbacks, as the SEBO uses larger dirtbags and longer-lasting filters, resulting in lower recurring costs, and has a considerably longer power cord. However, it's also heavier than the Miele and more hassle to maneuver due to its stiffer hose.

The best hybrid mop/vacuum for laminate floors we've tested is the BISSELL CrossWave Cordless Max. Compared to a similarly-priced conventional vacuum like the Tineco PURE ONE S11, it falls short in suction power and raw debris pickup. However, it's one of the few cordless hybrid mop vacuums on the market, with a detergent-dispersal function that allows it to saturate and scrub away dried-on stains with a fluffy brushroll. It can also handle liquid spills, making it ideal for dealing with kitchen-related mishaps. Battery life is about 40 minutes on a charge, which is sufficient for most rooms. That said, you can always go for the BISSELL CrossWave Pet Pro if you're looking for a corded equivalent and don't want to worry about running out of charge mid-way through a cleaning session. However, you'll have to contend with a somewhat short power cord, making it more hassle to clean hard-to-reach areas.

Build quality is decent for the most part, though its plastic body can creak and flex slightly when passing over obstacles. Unfortunately, this is a fairly bulky, heavy appliance, and it can be a bit of a hassle to maneuver in cluttered areas.