A cordless backpack vacuum suits stairs, theater aisles, vehicles and rooms with people in them, where a cord is a trip hazard or slows you down. Expect around 70 to 80 CFM, about half a corded model’s airflow, and one to two hours per charge on the normal setting. Tool-only kits run on power-tool batteries you may already own; full kits include the battery and charger, which adds a lot to the price.
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- Makita XCV17Z 36V 1.6 Gallon#1 of 3Full review
The long-running cordless pick for anyone already on Makita 18V batteries, for cleaning stairs, aisles and job sites.
Amazon $699$69978 CFM15 lb6.4 qt - Makita XCV09Z 36V 1/2 Gallon#2 of 3Full review
A very light cordless backpack for quick touch-ups, stairs and vehicles, for users already on Makita 18V batteries.
Amazon $700$70070 CFM9.9 lb2 qt - Sanitaire Transport Cordless SC580A#3 of 3Full review
A complete cordless kit with batteries for crews who want a ready-to-go battery backpack. Sanitaire does not publish airflow.
Amazon $849.99$849.99---
