TOWER vs VAX Cordless Vacuum Comparison

Can’t decide between a TOWER and VAX vacuum cleaner?

We’ve taken a close look at Tower and Vaxs best-selling flagship vacuum cleaners, using a combination of in-house data analysis software, and expert hands-on assessment – comparing the TOWER Cyclone Dust Station with the VAX HomePro Detect, analysing features, specs, reliability, customer satisfaction, and performance metrics.

By comparing (VL220 and CLSV-HPTC) – two leading vacuum cleaners by TOWER and VAX, you can settle on the right floorcare brand. Better yet, jump directly to the best vacuum cleaner winner.

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TOWER Cyclone Dust Station VL220 vs VAX HomePro Detect CLSV-HPTC Comparison Points

We chose to compare the TOWER VL220 with the VAX CLSV-HPTC as these vacuum cleaners are like-for-like (high-end cordless models), providing a balanced comparison.

Here’s an overview of the TOWER Cyclone Dust Station battery life runtime, re-charge duration, dirt tank holding capacity, vacuum filtration system, cleaning accessories, special features, and user feedback reviews, and how it stacks against the VAX HomePro Detect vacuum cleaner.

TOWER and VAX Battery Run Time

TOWER upright cordless vacuums, just like VAX, offer lightweight portability without the need for power cables. Both the TOWER VL220 Cyclone Dust Station and VAX CLSV-HPTC HomePro Detect are powered using rechargeable Lithium-ion batteries.

The Vax HomePro Detect has 45 minutes of vacuuming runtime, compared to the TOWER Cyclone Dust Station which has 45 minutes – a difference of 0 minutes between vacuum cleaner brands.

• TOWER VL220 Runtime: 45 mins continuous, running 25.9 volts
• VAX CLSV-HPTC Runtime: 45 mins continuous, running 18 volts

How Long Does VAX CLSV-HPTC and TOWER VL220 take to charge?

The VAX CLSV-HPTC has a re-charge time of 3 hours, compared to the TOWER VL220 which takes 4 hours to fully charge, giving a 1 hours difference over each vacuum brand.

Vax vs Tower Vacuum Dust Tank Capacity

Both Vax HomePro Detect and Tower Cyclone Dust Station are bagless cordless vacuum cleaners, instead have an onboard storage tank where dust, dirt, hairs, and other debris are stored for post-vacuum disposal. HomePro Detect by VAX holds up to 0.7 Litre of dirt and dust, and the Cyclone Dust Station by TOWER has an internal capacity of 2.

• TOWER Cyclone Dust Station dust and dirt tank size: 2L
• VAX HomePro Detect dust and dirt tank size: 0.7L

Floor Cleaning Types

With specially designed brush heads, cordless vacuum cleaners such as the TOWER Cyclone Dust Station and VAX HomePro Detect are suitable for vacuuming all floor types, soft or hard, including – carpet, deep pile fibres, rugs, vinyl, foam and rubber mats, upholstery, stairs, cork, or laminate, tile (Ceramic or Porcelain), wood, and stone. Making TOWER and VAX vacuums ideal for use in all rooms of a home.

Although highly versatile, the VAX CLSV-HPTC and TOWER VL220 are not wet & dry vacuum cleaners, which is a different class of vacuum cleaner appliance. The TOWER Cyclone Dust Station and VAX HomePro Detect should be used for dry vacuuming, unless specified otherwise in the user manual.

Most Tower and Vax cordless battery powered vacuums comes with add-ons and accessories to enhance tricky cleaning jobs. For example, the TOWER VL220 comes with Charging base, 2-in-1 brush, Crevice tool, Anti-tangle brush bar and the VAX CLSV-HPTC includes Charger, Crevice/Dusting tool, Pet Hair Remover, Stair tool, motorised Pet Tool, Wall Mount.

These Tower and Vax models are also designed with the following unique cleaning features.

• TOWER VL220 Special features: – Mono-cyclonic technology, LED display, HEPA particle filtration, self-emptying charging station
• VAX CLSV-HPTC Special features: – FlexiClean pole, Hair Wrap Resist tech, Debris Detect, ONEPWR battery

What Filters to the TOWER VL220 and VAX CLSV-HPTC use?

Filters are a crucial component of Tower and Vax vacuum cleaner systems, they capture fine dust particles, pet dander, pollen, and small carpet fibers, stopping them from being released back into the air, and damaging the motor.

The TOWER VL220 Cyclone Dust Station uses a HEPA and you’ll find a 0.3 microns washable in the VAX CLSV-HPTC HomePro Detect, both provide great dirt filtration, but they will require maintenance to reduce odours, and prevent loss of suction from clogging.

VAX and TOWER Reviews and Ratings

Aggregate customer feedback from 291 reviewers across various platforms gives the TOWER VL220 an average rating of 4.3/5 stars, while the VAX CLSV-HPTC vacuum earns a 4.3/5 average based on 818 reviews.

Both TOWER and VAX have established strong reputations for reliability and good cleaning results, which is reflected in the number of positive reviews. The cleaning performance of the TOWER Cyclone Dust Station VL220 and the VAX HomePro Detect CLSV-HPTC is similarly impressive, with each brand delivering comparable vacuuming results.

When it comes to performance and durability, the top vacuum models from TOWER and VAX are nearly indistinguishable. Both the Cyclone Dust Station VL220 by VAX and the HomePro Detect CLSV-HPTC receive a high proportion of favourable customer feedback.

Choosing Between TOWER and VAX stick upright vacuum cleaners.

It’s difficult to recommend the TOWER cordless vacuum over VAX, because the margins between VAX HomePro Detect and TOWER Cyclone Dust Station are modest, and buying preferences are down to minor differences such as features, accessories, runtime, filter type (for example, allergy sufferers), surface cleaning size, charging duration, budget and cost.

With that said, we can recommend the Shark PowerPro Cordless Vacuum Cleaner over the TOWER Cyclone Dust Station and VAX HomePro Detect.

Brand	Model	Runtime	Recharge	Weight	Tank	Best Price
TOWER	VL220	45 M	4 H	6kg	2L	Get Deals
VAX	CLSV-HPTC	45 M	3 H	3.5kg	0.7L	Get Deals

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