This is a tough call and after reviewing a number of vacuums we have three solid contenders for best stick vacuum:

 - Hoover Platinum Collection Linx Cordless Stick Vacuum
 - Electrolux EL1012A Stick Hand Vac 2 N 1 Ergorapido Cordless
 - Miele S163 Universal Upright Stick Vacuum

All of these units have good suction and both the Hoover Linx and Electrolux Ergorapido have at least 15 minutes of battery power.  The Miele 163 is corded.  There are limited issues, therefore, related to suction and longevity of battery/power. The differences we have focused on in an effort to differentiate the vacuums are as follows:

 - Consumer Rating
 - Warranty
 - Weight
 - Effectiveness on Bare Floors and Carpet
 - Cost

Hoover Linx – Excellent consumer ratings (0.91), long warranty (6 years limited), average weight (7.3lbs), good on both bare and carpeted floors, cost is a little high but not exorbitant (often under 175USD).

Electrolux Ergorapido – Very good consumer ratings (0.88), average warranty (2 years limited), lightweight (5.5 lbs), good on bare floors and only average on carpet, not too expensive (often under 120USD).

Miele 163 – Top notch consumer ratings but limited number of ratings (1.00), long warranty (7 years on motor – 1 year parts and labor), a bit heavy (9.3 lbs), good on both bare and carpeted floors, quite expensive (often just under 300USD).

Given the above, and considering that all the units have strong suction and limited battery/power issues, our choice for the best stick vacuum is the Hoover Platinum Collection Linx Cordless.  It does everything very well, has an exceptional warranty (so important these days), and while not cheap, it will not empty your wallet. 

Other Hoover Linx highlights include:
- Bagless
- Has rotating brushrolls for carpet cleaning (with shutoff)
- Lithium ion battery
- Quiet

Like many handhelds or stick vacuums there are comments regarding length of battery charge, but 15 to 20 minutes is actually fairly good.   While it may cause consumer grumbling, without using a corded vacuum it is difficult to find stick vacuums that provide more than 20 minutes of strong suction on a single charge. You may wish to read our Hoover Linx Stick Vac review and view the video at the bottom of the article.

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