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Eureka Mighty Mite Vacuum Review

Tested using Methodology v1.2
Reviewed Sep 08, 2020 at 08:02 am
Latest change: Writing modified Nov 17, 2023 at 11:25 am
Eureka Mighty Mite Picture
8.3
Bare Floor
8.1
Low-Pile Carpet
7.8
High-Pile Carpet
7.8
Pets
8.2
Stairs
8.1
Cars
5.7
Workshop

The Eureka Mighty Mite is a budget-friendly canister vacuum designed with bare floors in mind. It easily picks up pet hair as well as small and large debris on this surface type, which makes it a handy tool in a garage. It also has very good overall performance on carpet but it struggles a bit more with small debris. If you need to get into harder-to-reach places, the wand is made of two separate pieces so you can shorten it. Unfortunately, it has a plasticky build quality and it uses a dirtbag, so you need to replace it when it's full. That said, maintenance is outstandingly easy with this vacuum and the dirtbag is its only recurring cost.

Our Verdict

8.3 Bare Floor

The Eureka Mighty Mite is excellent for bare floors. It easily picks up pet hair as well as small and large debris. While it has an overall plasticky build quality, it's outstandingly easy to maintain. The dirtbag is also the only major recurring cost, as it needs to be replaced when full. It also has good maneuverability, although its range is a little short.

Pros
  • Lightweight construction.
  • Outstandingly low maintenance needs.
  • Good overall debris pickup performance.
Cons
  • Plasticky build quality.
8.1 Low-Pile Carpet

The Eureka Mighty Mite is good for low-pile carpet. While it has a mediocre build quality, it's able to pick up pet hair and most small and large debris. It's outstandingly easy to maintain as its dirtbag is the only thing that needs to be taken care of. The 3670M variant comes with five dirtbags, which is nice.

Pros
  • Lightweight construction.
  • Outstandingly low maintenance needs.
  • Good overall debris pickup performance.
Cons
  • Plasticky build quality.
7.8 High-Pile Carpet

The Eureka Mighty Mite is decent for high-pile carpet. It has no problem with pet hair, and it can pick up a good amount of large debris. However, it struggles a bit more with small debris like baking soda. Its mediocre build quality doesn't stand out, either. However, it's a very easy vacuum to maintain, and the dirtbag is the only recurring cost, which is great.

Pros
  • Lightweight construction.
  • Outstandingly low maintenance needs.
  • Good overall debris pickup performance.
Cons
  • Plasticky build quality.
7.8 Pets

The Eureka Mighty Mite is excellent for pets. It has no trouble picking up pet hair from all surface types. While it doesn't come with a HEPA filter to help trap allergens, its pre-motor filter doesn't need to be replaced if you take good care of it. Maintenance is very easy, and you only need to worry about replacing the dirtbag when it's full.

Pros
  • Lightweight construction.
  • Does an excellent job of cleaning up pet hair.
Cons
  • No HEPA filter.
8.2 Stairs

The Eureka Mighty Mite is great for stairs. It's a lightweight vacuum, and while it doesn't have a significantly long cord or hose range, it can cover a flight of stairs. It's at its best when cleaning bare floors as it easily picks up pet hair and debris but can also pick up a fair bit of debris on carpet. However, the vacuum has a plasticky feel to it.

Pros
  • Lightweight construction.
  • Good overall debris pickup performance.
Cons
  • Plasticky build quality.
  • Somewhat short range.
8.1 Cars

The Eureka Mighty Mite is great for cars. This vacuum is lightweight and easily portable. Since its wand is made of two pieces, you can easily shorten it to reach more difficult areas. While it doesn't have the longest reach, you can fit its tools and brushes into its onboard storage, so you don't have to keep going back to grab more parts. The vacuum is easy to maintain, even though it has a mediocre build.

Pros
  • Lightweight construction.
  • Good overall debris pickup performance.
Cons
  • Limited tool set.
  • Somewhat short range.
5.7 Workshop

The Eureka Mighty Mite isn't designed for workshop cleaning. It can't suck up liquids and is likely to be damaged if you use it to suck up things like large wood or metal shavings. That said, it has no trouble dealing with lightweight household debris.

Pros
  • Lightweight construction.
  • Good overall debris pickup performance.
Cons
  • Plasticky build quality.
  • Limited tool set.
  • Not liquid compatible.
  • 8.3 Bare Floor
  • 8.1 Low-Pile Carpet
  • 7.8 High-Pile Carpet
  • 7.8 Pets
  • 8.2 Stairs
  • 8.1 Cars
  • 5.7 Workshop
  1. Updated Nov 17, 2023: We've added text to this review for the new tests added in Test Bench 1.0 and Test Bench 1.2.
  2. Updated Nov 01, 2023: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.2. This update builds on our previous 'Suction' test with a new 'Airflow' test that more accurately measures a vacuum's ability to generate air movement. If you'd like to see an in-depth look at the reasoning and methodology behind this change, you can see our full changelog here..
  3. Updated Aug 25, 2022: This vacuum's suction force has been retested with a more accurate manometer. The test results for the 'Maximum Suction' and 'Normal Suction' fields have been updated. All relevant scores and text have been updated.
  4. Updated Aug 03, 2022: Converted to Test Bench 1.1.
  5. Updated May 11, 2022: Converted to Test Bench 1.0.
  6. Updated Aug 20, 2021: Corrected 'Bagless' input error from 'Yes' to 'No'.
  7. Updated Sep 08, 2020: Review published.
  8. Updated Aug 26, 2020: Early access published.
  9. Updated Aug 17, 2020: Our testers have started testing this product.
  10. Updated Aug 14, 2020: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
  11. Updated Jul 20, 2020: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.

Differences Between Sizes And Variants

There are three variants of the Eureka Mighty Mite, though they differ only in included attachments or color. We tested the 3670M variant, and you can see the differences between this model and others in the table below.

Model Name Parts Included Canister Color
Eureka Mighty Mite 3670G x2 dirtbags Yellow
Eureka Mighty Mite 3670H x2 dirtbags Blue
Eureka Mighty Mite 3670M x5 dirtbags Yellow

If you come across a Mighty Mite that's different from ours, let us know in the discussions, and we'll update our review.

Compared To Other Vacuums

The Eureka Mighty Mite 3670M is a budget-level canister vacuum meant for cleaning bare floors like garages. It has an incredible performance on bare floors as it's able to pick up pet hair as well as small and large debris with little problem. It also has few maintenance needs aside from emptying its dirtbag when full, and it comes with a couple of handy tools to help you clean places like the inside of your car.

If you're looking for more vacuums, check out our recommendations for the best vacuums, the best vacuums for high-pile carpet, and the best vacuums for pet hair.

Miele Classic C1

The Miele Classic C1 is a more versatile canister vacuum than the Eureka Mighty Mite. The Miele feels better built, it's easier to maintain, and it comes with a soft bristle brush for cleaning more delicate objects. It also has better performance on high-pile carpet and it's more maneuverable. However, the Eureka has better performance on bare floors as well as low-pile carpet, it has a longer range, and it's more portable. Its recurring costs are lower too.

BISSELL Zing Bagged Canister

The Eureka Mighty Mite is a superior all-around choice to the BISSELL Zing Bagged Canister. The Eureka is a little easier to maintain, performs noticeably better on low-pile carpet and bare floors, and has lower recurring costs with a longer range. Conversely, the BISSELL deals with finer debris on high-pile carpet more effectively.

Eureka Whirlwind Bagless Canister

The Eureka Whirlwind Bagless Canister and the Eureka Mighty Mite are similarly-performing canister vacuums. The Whirlwind feels better built, has less recurring costs, and offers better performance on low as well as high-pile carpet. However, the Mighty Mite is slightly better on bare floors. It also comes with more tools, it's a bit more portable, and it has a longer range. User maintenance is much easier, and its dirt compartment holds more.

Dirt Devil Endura Max

The Eureka Mighty Mite is a better vacuum than the Dirt Devil Endura Max, though they vary quite drastically in terms of design. As a result of its bagged design, the Eureka incurs higher recurring costs than the bagless Dirt Devil since you'll need to replace its dirtbag once it's filled up. This also makes it much easier and more hygienic to dispose of any accumulated debris and results in significantly better filtration performance. The Eureka also weighs less, making it far more maneuverable, and delivers significantly better overall performance on all surface types, even with just a straight suction floorhead.

Dyson Cinetic Big Ball Animal [Animal Pro, Multi Floor]

The Eureka Mighty Mite is a better canister vacuum for bare floors than the Dyson Cinetic Big Ball. The Eureka has a larger dirt compartment, it's lighter, and since its wand is made of two separate parts, you can shorten the wand for more maneuverability. It also has significantly better performance on all surface types. However, the Dyson has no recurring costs. It's also easier to store, more maneuverable, and it comes with more tools and brushes.

NaceCare HVR 200 Henry

The NaceCare HVR 200 Henry is better than the Eureka Mighty Mite, but the latter is still a great budget-friendly option. The Eureka is substantially smaller and lighter, and has an even easier-to-maintain design. It also has a relatively powerful suction motor for a vacuum at this price point, though it doesn't offer the same level of deep-cleaning performance as the more potent NaceCare. However, the NaceCare feels much better built, features a cord retraction mechanism, has a much longer range, and uses bigger dirtbag that hold a lot more debris. It comes with a few more brushes and tools too.

BISSELL Zing Bagless Canister

The Eureka Mighty Mite and BISSELL Zing Bagless Canister have different strengths. The Eureka is a bagged canister vacuum with better bare floor performance, less demanding maintenance requirements, fewer recurring costs, and slightly lighter construction. The bagless BISSELL feels slightly sturdier and does a better job on both low and high-pile carpet.

Dyson Humdinger

The Dyson Humdinger and the Eureka Mighty Mite are different vacuums, each better suited to different uses. The Dyson is a cordless handheld vacuum that's great for spot cleaning small messes or cleaning hard-to-reach areas. Meanwhile, the Eureka is a corded canister vacuum, so it's not limited by battery life and has a much larger dirt compartment, making it better for cleaning larger spaces. That said, the Eureka has more recurring costs than the Dyson since it uses disposable dirtbags.

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3-in-1 Backpack Vacuum Kit

The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3-in-1 Backpack Vacuum Kit and Eureka Mighty Mite are differently-designed vacuums with different strengths, so one may suit you better than the other, depending on your needs. The Milwaukee is a better-built backpack/handheld vacuum with a cordless design, allowing you to clean areas far from an electrical outlet. It also feels better-built, has a bagless design that incurs low recurring costs, and has an onboard HEPA filter. Meanwhile, the Eureka is a much more compact canister vacuum that uses disposable dirtbags. It's even easier to maintain and delivers better performance on low-pile carpet.

Airsign HEPA Vacuum

The Eureka Mighty Mite and Airsign HEPA Vacuum each have advantages, so one might suit you better than the other, depending on your needs. The Eureka has a longer range and weighs considerably less, making it a better option for cleaning far-off areas like the inside of your car. However, the Airsign is a better fit for most types of household cleaning, with three different suction power modes and a suction control slider that allows you to adapt to different surfaces on-the-fly. The Airsign also has a multi-stage filtration system that will be more effective in sealing in allergens.

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Test Results

perceptual testing image
Design
6.0
Design
Build Quality
Vacuum Type
Canister

The Eureka Mighty Mite 3670M has mediocre build quality. It's completely made of plastic, which makes it look a little cheap, but most of it is fairly sturdy. However, while it's easy to assemble all of its parts, the wand could fall apart if not properly clipped together.

9.5
Design
User Maintenance

This vacuum is outstandingly easy to maintain. It doesn't have a brushroll and the manual doesn't state that the vacuum head needs to be maintained either.

  • Dirt compartment: You can access this part by removing the hose from the canister and opening the lid. The bag has arrows to let you know to close it when you remove the bag to prevent debris from spilling out. The bag needs to be emptied when full.
  • Pre-motor filter: The pre-motor filter is located behind the dirtbag. The manual doesn't specify further instructions other than to clean when needed. You can wash this filter if necessary.

If you wash any part with water, it's recommended that you air dry it for 24 hours before using it again.

7.0
Design
Recurring Cost
Bag Part Number 60295C
Filter Part Number 12475000004508
HEPA Filter Part Number No HEPA Filter

This vacuum has one main recurring cost, which is its dirtbag. This part needs to be replaced when full and can be purchased directly from Eureka's website. The pre-motor filter won't need to be replaced as long as it's well-maintained. That said, if you're often cleaning fine debris like plaster dust or powder, the manual recommends changing the bag and filter more often. If you're looking for a budget-friendly vacuum that doesn't use a dirtbag that needs to be regularly replaced, look at the BISSELL Zing Bagless Canister.

6.6
Design
Storing
Height
54.72" (139.0 cm)
Width
15.75" (40.0 cm)
Depth
23.62" (60.0 cm)
Cord Storing
Manual
On-Board Tool Storage
Yes
Vacuum Rack/Station
No

The Eureka Mighty Mite is alright to store. With the hose upright, it's quite tall, but it won't be too much of a problem if you're storing it in your garage. It also has on-board tool storage for its crevice tool and combination tool.

8.3
Design
Dirt Compartment
Bagless
No
Volume
0.74 gal (2.80 L)
Full Indicator
Yes
Bag Included
5

This vacuum has a great dirt compartment. It's quite large and it has an indicator to let you know when it's full. It even comes with five bags, which is pretty handy.

Design
In The Box

  • Vacuum body
  • Hose with handle
  • Wand (two pieces)
  • Vacuum head
  • Pre-motor filter
  • Crevice tool
  • Combination tool (upholstery and hard bristle brush)
  • x5 Dirtbags
  • User guide

7.1
Design
Range
Cordless
No
Cord Length
19.62 ft (6.0 m)
Hose Length
6.89 ft (2.10 m)
Minimum Wand Length
0.89 ft (0.27 m)
Maximum Wand Length
3.87 ft (1.18 m)
Total Range
29.95 ft (9.13 m)

The Eureka Mighty Mite has an acceptable range. Its cord and hose lengths aren't particularly long. While you may not have a problem if you're just cleaning your garage, if you have more space to cover, you may need to change outlets more frequently. If you're looking for a cordless vacuum well-suited to shop cleaning, consider the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3-in-1 Backpack Vacuum Kit.

8.4
Design
Portability
Total Weight
9.04 lbs (4.10 kg)
Weight In Hand
1.01 lbs (0.46 kg)
Carrying handle
Yes

This vacuum has great portability. It's light, especially when compared to other canister vacuums like the Eureka Whirlwind Bagless Canister and the Dyson Cinetic Big Ball. It also comes with a carrying handle, so it's easy to move from one room to another.

0
Design
Battery
Minimum Battery Life
N/A
Maximum Battery Life
N/A
Recharge Time
N/A
Recharge Dock
No
Battery Life Indicator
No
Removable Batteries
No

This vacuum doesn't use a battery.

Design
Quality Of Life Features
Rotating Head
Yes
Power Adjustment
Yes
Self-Propelled
No
Headlights
No
Easy On/Off
Yes
Head Surface Type Adjustment
Manual

This vacuum has a couple of extra features. Unlike the Airsign HEPA Vacuum, there isn't a power adjustment feature for its motor. Thankfully, there's a slip ring on the hose that you can open or close to control its suction level. You can also adjust the main head to extend its bristles for hard floors or retract them for carpets.

Design
Tools And Brushes
Brushroll
No
Brushroll On/Off
No
Removable Brushroll
No
Turbo Brush
No
Crevice Tool
Yes
Upholstery Tool
Yes
Soft Bristle Brush
No
Hard Bristle Brush
Yes
Extension Wand
Yes
Ceiling Fan Tool
No
Pet Grooming Tool
No

The Eureka Mighty Mite 3670M comes with a couple of tools. The combination brush is both an upholstery tool as well as a crevice tool. The wand also comes in two pieces so you can remove one section to adjust its length.

Design
Alternative Configuration
Blower Mode
No

You can use this vacuum in another configuration by removing one part of the wand to shorten its length.

Performance
9.9
Performance
Bare Floor Performance (Hardwood, Laminate, Tiles)
Setting Used Default, Head Position "bristle extended"
Large Debris at 0 gal (0L) 100%
Large Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L) 100%
Large Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L) 100%
Large Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L) 100%
Large Debris at 0.8 gal (3L) N/A
Large Debris at 1.6 gal (6L) N/A
Small Debris at 0 gal (0L) 99%
Small Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L) 99%
Small Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L) 99%
Small Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L) 99%
Small Debris at 0.8 gal (3L) N/A
Small Debris at 1.6 gal (6L) N/A

This vacuum is fantastic on bare floors. It can pick up small and large debris without a problem. Its performance also stays consistent, even as the dirtbag fills.

8.1
Performance
Low-Pile Carpet Performance
Setting Used Default, Head Position "bristle retracted" ( slip ring slightly opened)
Large Debris at 0 gal (0L) 89%
Large Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L) 89%
Large Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L) 88%
Large Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L) 87%
Large Debris at 0.8 gal (3L) N/A
Large Debris at 1.6 gal (6L) N/A
Small Debris at 0 gal (0L) 67%
Small Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L) 67%
Small Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L) 68%
Small Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L) 68%
Small Debris at 0.8 gal (3L) N/A
Small Debris at 1.6 gal (6L) N/A

This vacuum is great on low-pile carpet. It can pick up most large debris like sand as well as smaller debris like baking soda, though an extra pass might be necessary to get everything. On the upside, it delivers consistent performance, even as the dirtbag fills up.

7.2
Performance
High-Pile Carpet Performance
Setting Used Default, Head Position "bristle retracted" ( slip ring slightly opened)
Large Debris at 0 gal (0L) 62%
Large Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L) 61%
Large Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L) 60%
Large Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L) 58%
Large Debris at 0.8 gal (3L) N/A
Large Debris at 1.6 gal (6L) N/A
Small Debris at 0 gal (0L) 47%
Small Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L) 47%
Small Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L) 47%
Small Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L) 46%
Small Debris at 0.8 gal (3L) N/A
Small Debris at 1.6 gal (6L) N/A

This vacuum is decent for high-pile carpet with its floorhead bristles retracted and suction control gate left partially open. It struggles a little with fine debris embedded within carpet fibers but does a fairly good job with larger debris like sand. Performance stays consistent, even as its dirtbag fills up.

10
Performance
Pet Hair Floor Performance
Bare Floor
100%
Low-Pile Carpet
100%
High-Pile Carpet
100%

This vacuum does a fantastic job of dealing with pet hair on bare floors, low-pile carpet, and high-pile carpet.

7.9
Performance
Suction
Maximum Hose Suction
87.4 inH₂O (21.77 kPa)
Maximum Head Suction
6.5 inH₂O (1.63 kPa)
Normal Head Suction
6.5 inH₂O (1.63 kPa)
Setting Used For Normal "On", (Bristles Retracted)
Hose Diameter
1.8" (4.5 cm)

The Eureka Mighty Mite seals quite well from its floorhead, outperforming alternatives like the Airsign HEPA Vacuum, enabling it to suck up debris in cracks and crevices, and material embedded in carpet fibers.

8.5
Performance
Airflow
Maximum Hose Airflow
85.5 CFM (2.4 m³/min)

This vacuum delivers excellent airflow performance. While it falls short of really high-end models like the Miele Complete C3 in this respect, it's still far from weak, and it won't have any trouble lifting away heavier household debris.

7.7
Performance
Noise
Bare Floor
78.8 dBA
Low-Pile Carpet
78.4 dBA

This vacuum is a little on the noisy side. It won't be overly disruptive if you use it in an enclosed space, but it can mask nearby conversation if you're using it in the same room.

7.5
Performance
Maneuverability

This vacuum has good maneuverability. The vacuum head and handle are very light. As the wand is in two pieces, you need to make sure they're properly aligned, otherwise it could be harder to maneuver. That said, the wand has a good reach to get under couches and tables, but you may have to crouch a bit to keep the vacuum head from lifting off the floor. It's easy to move around electrical cords and to clean furniture thanks to its tools. Long tassels from a rug could get stuck on the head, though.

8.0
Performance
Pet Hair Furniture Performance
Sofa Pickup Post Test

This vacuum does a great job of handling pet hair on furniture with its mini brush tool. This attachment is very effective in collecting small and long strands alike, but you'll need to suck up any hair that gets stuck in its bristles pretty regularly. Its light weight makes it easy to maneuver on this surface.

Performance
Air Quality
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
No

This vacuum does a fairly good job of sealing in fine particles despite lacking a HEPA filter. That said, its allergen-sealing performance partially depends on the specific model you get; some newer versions of the Mighty Mite lack mounting clips to attach aftermarket HEPA filters, though you can still purchase HEPA-rated dirtbags.

7.0
Performance
Cracks
Wood Cracks Post Test

This vacuum does a decent job of dealing with debris in medium-depth and shallow cracks, though you might want to attach its crevice tool for cleaning deeper cracks.

1.0
Performance
Stains
Stain Pickup Post Test

This vacuum has no impact on stains.

0
Performance
Water
Wet Compatible
No
Water Pickup Post Test

This vacuum isn't designed to deal with liquid spills.

Automation
0
Automation
Physical Automation
Automatic Recharging
No
Automatic Bag Emptying
No
Pathing Algorithm
No Pathing Algorithm
Physical Boundary Markers
No
Scheduled Start Buttons
No
Cycle Control Buttons
No
Navigation Control Buttons
No

This vacuum doesn't have any automation features.

0
Automation
Companion App Automation
App Name
No App
iOS Availability
No
Android Availability
No
Software Boundary Markers (No Go Zones)
No
App Scheduled Start
No
App Cycle Control
No
Navigation Control within App
No

This vacuum has no companion app.