Vacuums under $250

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173 vacuums under $250 from Bissell, Shark, DEWALT and more. Most cost $161 to $239, and half cost less than $195.

Top brands: Bissell (21)Shark (18)DEWALT (15)Shop-Vac (5)BLACK+DECKER (4)roborock (4)

Shop-Vac

Wet-dry

+5-gallon capacity for larger cleanup jobs

+Wet-dry design handles liquids and debris

+3-in-1 function includes upholstery shampoo use

$165.44-7%Was: ~~$177.89~~

as of 11/04/2026 02:40 PST - Details

DEWALT

Wet-dry

+5 gallon capacity for medium cleanup jobs

+4 peak HP motor for wet and dry pickup

+Wet and dry use on multiple surfaces

−Smaller 5 gallon capacity than larger shop vacs

$159.97-6%Was: ~~$169.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 16:43 PST - Details

DEWALT

Wet-dry

+6 gallon poly tank for mid-size jobs

+Includes a 1-7/8-inch shop vacuum attachment kit

+Wet-dry design handles liquids and debris

$151.78-1%Was: ~~$153.63~~

as of 11/04/2026 16:43 PST - Details

Shark

Stick, Corded

+Pet-friendly design for pet hair on floors

+Corded power means no battery runtime limits

+Lightweight stick format for easy handling

−Corded design restricts reach to nearby outlets

$199.99

as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details

Pristivac

Stick, Cordless, 30,000 Pa and up

+650W motor for strong cordless cleaning power

+Pet hair capable cordless stick design

+Up to 75 minutes of runtime per charge

−Stick format offers less reach than full-size uprights

$229.99

as of 11/04/2026 16:35 PST - Details

Shop-Vac

Wet-dry

+Large 12 gallon tank for big cleanups

+Durable stainless steel tank

+Handles both wet and dry pickup

−Larger tank makes it less compact to store

$209.99

as of 11/04/2026 02:40 PST - Details

Shop-Vac

Wet-dry

+5-gallon capacity for larger cleanup jobs

+Wet-dry design handles liquids and debris

+Includes two hoses, 18 ft and 7 ft, for reach

−Wall mount design requires a fixed mounting location

$169.89

as of 11/04/2026 02:40 PST - Details

HawKam

Canister, 30,000 Pa and up

+Bagless design, no bags to buy

+Auto cord rewind for easy storage

+H13 HEPA filter for fine particles

−Canister design is larger to store than stick models

$199.99

as of 11/03/2026 23:21 PST - Details

DEWALT

Car

+10 gallon capacity for large jobs

+Wet and dry use for different messes

+5 peak HP motor for strong suction

−Heavy-duty build makes it bulky to carry

$229.99

as of 11/04/2026 16:43 PST - Details

Prolux

Canister

+Sealed HEPA filtration for fine dust capture

+5-speed motor for adjustable suction levels

+Listed for pet hair cleaning

−Bagged design requires buying replacement bags

$219.99

as of 11/04/2026 00:46 PST - Details

Jimmy

Mattress, Corded, 15,000 to 29,999 Pa

+UV-C light option for sanitizing mattress surfaces

+Ultrasonic feature for mite-focused cleaning

+Quick 5-second heating function

−Corded design limits movement around the bed

−480W motor power

$176.59

as of 11/03/2026 23:39 PST - Details

Prolux

Canister

+HEPA filtration for fine dust capture

+Complete home care tool kit included

+Listed for pet hair cleaning

−Bagged design requires buying replacement bags

$219.99

as of 11/04/2026 00:46 PST - Details

DEWALT

Wet-dry

+5 gallon capacity for medium cleanup jobs

+4 HP motor for wet and dry pickup

+Bagged design for dust disposal

−Smaller 5 gallon capacity than larger shop vacs

$159.97

as of 11/04/2026 16:43 PST - Details

Hoover

Upright, Corded

+Bagless design means no bags to buy

+Pet-focused model for pet hair cleanup

+HEPA media filtration for fine dust capture

−Corded, so reach is limited by the cord

$199.99

as of 11/03/2026 23:26 PST - Details

DEWALT

Wet-dry, Cordless

+6 gallon capacity for medium cleanup jobs

+Cordless operation with no outlet needed

+Wet-dry use handles liquids and debris

−Tool only, battery not included

$196.48

as of 11/04/2026 16:43 PST - Details

DEWALT

Wet-dry, Corded

+10 gallon capacity for larger cleanup jobs

+Corded design means no battery to recharge

+Wet-dry use handles liquids and debris

−Corded design limits reach to outlet length

$160.14

as of 11/04/2026 16:43 PST - Details

Craftsman

Wet-dry

+Wet and dry cleaning in one unit

+Large 12 gallon capacity for bigger jobs

+Includes blower function

−Heavier at larger capacity for carrying

$206.38

as of 11/04/2026 16:36 PST - Details

Kenmore

Upright

+Large 14-liter bag capacity for big cleaning jobs

+Commercial grade build

+LED headlight lights the floor

−Bags are an ongoing cost to keep replacing

$152.99

as of 11/03/2026 23:44 PST - Details

Prolux

Canister

+Bagless design means no bags to buy

+Lightweight build for easier carrying between rooms

+Dual HEPA filtration for finer particle capture

−Bagless design requires emptying the dust canister

$219.99

as of 11/04/2026 00:46 PST - Details

DEWALT

Wet-dry

+9 gallon capacity for larger cleanup jobs

+Wet and dry pickup in one unit

+Designed for workshop and jobsite use

−Larger tank is heavier when full

$180.96

as of 11/04/2026 16:43 PST - Details

Milwaukee

Wet-dry

+Wet-dry design handles both liquids and dry debris

+7.5 liter capacity for larger cleanup jobs

+Quiet at 69 decibels for a tool-based vacuum

−Tool only, battery and charger not included

$169.99

as of 11/04/2026 00:13 PST - Details

Hoover

Upright, Corded

+Bagless design with no bags to buy

+Automatic cord rewind for quick storage

+HEPA media filtration for fine dust

−Corded design limits reach to the outlet and cord length

$184.99

as of 11/03/2026 23:26 PST - Details

DEWALT

Wet-dry

+10 gallon capacity for large jobs

+Wet and dry use for different messes

+5.5 peak HP motor for strong suction

−Large 10 gallon size takes up more storage space

$200.76

as of 11/04/2026 16:43 PST - Details

Inteture

Mattress, Cordless, 30,000 Pa and up

+650W motor for strong cordless cleaning power

+Pet hair capable cordless design

+Mattress brush included for bedding cleaning

−Stick format offers less reach than full-size uprights

$239.99

as of 11/04/2026 16:35 PST - Details

Jimmy

Mattress, 15,000 to 29,999 Pa

+UV-C light for sanitizing mattress surfaces

+Aroma diffusion feature included

+149°F graphene heating for warm cleaning

−Mattress-only design does not handle floors

$199.99

as of 11/03/2026 23:39 PST - Details

Shark ION

Corded

+Bagless design means no bags to buy

+Ultra-light build for easier handling

+Swivel steering for maneuvering around furniture

−Corded design limits reach to nearby outlets

$169.95

as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details

Ddyyds

Wet-dry, Cordless, 5,000 to 14,999 Pa

+Cordless design for moving without a power cord

+Wet and dry use for different cleaning jobs

+Portable size for car and home use

−Suction range is wide, so actual performance varies by setting

$215.00

as of 11/04/2026 16:41 PST - Details

Ddyyds

Handheld, Under 5,000 Pa

+Compact handheld size for small cleanups

+Wet and dry use for different messes

+Rated at 3500 Pa suction

−Suction under 5,000 Pa is lower than many full-size vacuums

$197.35

as of 11/04/2026 16:41 PST - Details

Compare specs

Type	Spec score	Price
Wet-dry	n/a	$165.44 as of 11/04/2026 02:40 PST - Details
Wet-dry	n/a	$159.97 as of 11/04/2026 16:43 PST - Details
Wet-dry	n/a	$151.78 as of 11/04/2026 16:43 PST - Details
Stick	n/a	$199.99 as of 11/04/2026 02:39 PST - Details
Stick	n/a	$229.99 as of 11/04/2026 16:35 PST - Details
Wet-dry	n/a	$209.99 as of 11/04/2026 02:40 PST - Details
Wet-dry	n/a	$169.89 as of 11/04/2026 02:40 PST - Details
Canister	n/a	$199.99 as of 11/03/2026 23:21 PST - Details
Car	n/a	$229.99 as of 11/04/2026 16:43 PST - Details
Canister	n/a	$219.99 as of 11/04/2026 00:46 PST - Details

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