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<img alt="This Oraimo Cordless Stick Vacuum Sucks (in a Good Way)" height="702" sizes="(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" src="https://lifehacker.com/imagery/articles/01HF2H38SV1REZTWEXPT5KR1Q0/hero-image.fill.size_1248x702.v1699836172.jpg" srcset="https://lifehacker.com/imagery/articles/01HF2H38SV1REZTWEXPT5KR1Q0/hero-image.fill.size_400x225.v1699836172.jpg 400w, https://lifehacker.com/imagery/articles/01HF2H38SV1REZTWEXPT5KR1Q0/hero-image.fill.size_800x450.v1699836172.jpg 800w, https://lifehacker.com/imagery/articles/01HF2H38SV1REZTWEXPT5KR1Q0/hero-image.fill.size_1248x702.v1699836172.jpg 1600w" width="1248"></img>
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<p><a href="https://zdcs.link/7Lw8D?pageview_type=Standard&amp;template=article&amp;module=content-body&amp;element=offer&amp;item=text-link&amp;element_label=The%20Oraimo%20OSV-225A&amp;short_url=7Lw8D&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Flifehacker.com%2Foraimo-osv-225a-cordless-stick-vacuum-review-1850895582" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" title="(opens in a new window)">The Oraimo OSV-225A</a> cordless stick vacuum really sucks. Get it? Because it’s a vacuum cleaner? I’m kidding, of course, but in another way, I’m <em>dead serious</em>: This cordless vacuum sucks up dirt, cat hair, detritus, mites, dust, little bits of things, and just about anything else bedeviling your carpets, floors, and rugs. It’s light and portable enough to clean the cobwebs from the ceiling, rechargeable with a simple power cord, and it’s self-standing, so you can just toss it in the closet instead of futzing around with a special stand or recharging station. Overall: It’s very good. Is it the best vacuum on earth? No. But it does its job admirably and dependably for a reasonable price.<br></br></p><h2><strong>Stats</strong></h2><ul><li><p><strong>Size</strong>: 43.3 x 9.8 x 7.9 inches</p></li><li><p><strong>Weight</strong>: 5.29 pounds</p></li><li><p><strong>Power Adapter output</strong>: 26.5V</p></li><li><p><strong>Battery Capacity</strong>: 21.GV</p></li><li><p><strong>Rated Power</strong>: 270 Watts, 60 Air Watts</p></li><li><p><strong>Price</strong>: $159.99</p></li></ul><h2><strong>Pros</strong></h2><ul><li><p>Ease of use</p></li><li><p>Lightweight</p></li></ul><h2><strong>Cons</strong></h2><ul><li><p>Lack of suction power compared to corded vacuums</p></li></ul><h2><strong>Sucking things up with my Oraimo</strong></h2><div>
<p><img alt="Lifehacker Image" height="1126" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width: 1408px) 100vw, 1408px" src="https://lifehacker.com/imagery/articles/01HF2H38SV1REZTWEXPT5KR1Q0/images-1.fill.size_2000x1126.v1699836172.jpg" srcset="https://lifehacker.com/imagery/articles/01HF2H38SV1REZTWEXPT5KR1Q0/images-1.fill.size_800x450.v1699836172.jpg 800w, https://lifehacker.com/imagery/articles/01HF2H38SV1REZTWEXPT5KR1Q0/images-1.fill.size_1400x788.v1699836172.jpg 1400w, https://lifehacker.com/imagery/articles/01HF2H38SV1REZTWEXPT5KR1Q0/images-1.fill.size_2000x1126.v1699836172.jpg 2000w" width="2000"></img>
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<p>We like to keep the floors clean at my house, so we normally rock a<a href="https://zdcs.link/Z4LLg?pageview_type=Standard&amp;template=article&amp;module=content-body&amp;element=offer&amp;item=text-link&amp;element_label=Dyson%20Ball%20Animal%202%20Total%20Clean.&amp;short_url=Z4LLg&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Flifehacker.com%2Foraimo-osv-225a-cordless-stick-vacuum-review-1850895582" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" title="(opens in a new window)"> Dyson Ball Animal 2 Total Clean.</a> It’s a corded vacuum that’s extremely powerful—a serious vacuum for serious people. But the Ball Animal makes vacuuming a whole production—it’s heavy, you have to plug it in, it’s loud, etc. This new Oraimo, though? It makes vacuuming a super-easy non-production.<br></br></p><p>The OSV-225A takes up very little space in a closet, and when you spot some errant dust, you can just whip it out and take care of it in three seconds, without having to lug a heavy machine around—it weighs only about five pounds compared to a Dyson’s 17 pounds. You won’t have to search for an open electrical outlet, either, saving countless precious seconds of your life; and while it isn’t whisper-quiet, it’s not airplane-loud either. </p><p>In ergonomic terms, it’s light and maneuverable. You can change directions with an easy twist of your wrist. It’s effortless to set up—all the attachments snap together in an intuitive way that won’t require any thought. The attachments work as you’d expect; the crevice nozzle lets you get into small spaces and the dusting attachment is great at dusting. Speaking of: the OSV-225A can be used like one of those old school Dustbusters: the stick assembly can be snapped off, and you can suck things up with just the business end. It’s has three speed settings—“eco,â€ “standard,â€ and “maxâ€—but let’s be honest: You’re going to only use max power. The LED light on the front is nice for highlighting the grime and seeing what’s under the coffee table. It takes about two and half hours to fully charge the device’s lithium battery and it runs for about two and half hours, give or take. You can snap out the battery and charge it separately from the main unit, too, although I see little reason to. </p><p>The Oraimo features a four-inch LED display so you can tell how much power is left in the battery. It also alerts you if something’s not working right: It will tell you if the HEPA filter isn’t attached, if the air ducts or rollers are clogged, and what power level you’re using. It could probably do without the display, but it looks high tech and actually kind of cool.</p><div>
<p><img alt="Lifehacker Image" height="1123" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width: 1408px) 100vw, 1408px" src="https://lifehacker.com/imagery/articles/01HF2H38SV1REZTWEXPT5KR1Q0/images-2.fill.size_2000x1123.v1699836172.jpg" srcset="https://lifehacker.com/imagery/articles/01HF2H38SV1REZTWEXPT5KR1Q0/images-2.fill.size_800x449.v1699836172.jpg 800w, https://lifehacker.com/imagery/articles/01HF2H38SV1REZTWEXPT5KR1Q0/images-2.fill.size_1400x786.v1699836172.jpg 1400w, https://lifehacker.com/imagery/articles/01HF2H38SV1REZTWEXPT5KR1Q0/images-2.fill.size_2000x1123.v1699836172.jpg 2000w" width="2000"></img>
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<p>The collection basket is large enough that it doesn’t need to be emptied every time you use it, and it’s simple to empty. You can clean the HEPA filters with a little running water too.<br></br></p><h2><strong>How well does the Oraimo OSV-225A clean?</strong></h2><p>The most important aspect of a vacuum is how well it cleans. I’ve been using the OSV-225A around the house about every day for several weeks to dust the bookcase, sweep the kitchen floor, and for spot cleaning jobs here and there. It works great. As a test, I threw some dry rice on carpet and hardwood floors, and the vacuum sucked up every grain easily, even on its lowest power setting. But it is not the right tool to vacuum a huge space, and I can feel the lack of power compared to my Dyson. </p><p>A vacuum’s suction power is measured in “<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airwatt" rel="noopener" target="_blank" title="(opens in a new window)">air watts</a>,â€ a measurement of the energy per unit time of the air flowing through an opening. The OSV-225A has 60 air watts of suction power, lower than most corded vacuums, but in cleaning terms, the relative lack of suction is only noticeable on the edges of things. Where a Dyson’s 290 air watts can suck up things on the floor next to the rug and things on the rug at the same time, the Oraimo is one or the other. But the Oraimo is not designed for deep cleaning. It’s great as a replacement for a broom or as a tool for dusting a bookcase, but it’s not going to suck out the dog hair that’s deeply embedded in your couch, and you’ll have comfort and ergonomic problem vacuuming the wall-to-wall shag carpeting in your 1,000 sq. ft. living room. </p><p>Overall, this is a versatile, lightweight, easy-to-use cordless stick vacuum that packs a surprising amount of power in its small package. It’s reasonably priced at $159, too. It’s not going to take the place of a full-size vacuum for heavier jobs, but if you spill a handful of rice on the kitchen, it’s all you need.</p><p>You can buy the <a href="https://zdcs.link/68LPj?pageview_type=Standard&amp;template=article&amp;module=content-body&amp;element=offer&amp;item=text-link&amp;element_label=Oraimo%20OSV-225A%20on%20Amazon&amp;short_url=68LPj&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Flifehacker.com%2Foraimo-osv-225a-cordless-stick-vacuum-review-1850895582" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" title="(opens in a new window)">Oraimo OSV-225A on Amazon</a>, or check out <a href="https://www.oraimo.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank" title="(opens in a new window)">the official site.</a> <br></br></p>
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