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Oct 09, 2023

Now that’s some suction power.

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After cleaning, I thoroughly enjoy staring at my handiwork. But as someone who loves chips — I have at least one large bag of tortilla chips in my apartment at all times — I've become well-acquainted with finding chaotic, scattered crumbs everywhere.

Enter the handheld vacuum. No matter if you’re cleaning up from a dinner party or the aftermath of some intense sofa snacking like me, handheld vacuums are so versatile that they’re no longer just the sidekick. They’re the hero. Even better for you? Amazon has these seven highly-rated handhelds all for under $50.

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This classic-looking dustbuster from Black+Decker is as efficient as they come, especially when it comes to cleaning up messes in the kitchen. It’s lightweight, portable, and easy to maneuver into tight spaces so no crumbs can escape. The dirt bag is clear, so you can actually see what you’re picking up, and it comes with a built-in crevice tool. No wonder it has raked in over 18,900 perfect ratings at Amazon.

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The VacLife handheld vacuum has a widened nozzle which helps you reduce the amount of sweeping passes needed to get the job done. It comes with a HEPA filter which can be washed and reused but the brand also touts free life-long replacements. And if you wake up in the middle of the night with the sudden urge to clean up dust bunnies but don’t want to turn on the overhead lights, this handheld comes with a built-in LED light that allows you to vacuum in the dark.

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Being corded, you’ll never have to worry about this handheld losing any power if you’re doing a deep clean throughout your home. The flip down crevice tool is great as well since it allows you to get into tighter spaces without the need to add on any attachments. It also comes with a larger dirt bin which reduces the amount of times you have to stop your cleaning flow. It has over 8,900 five-star ratings at Amazon thanks to how easy it is to use.

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The Rubot may be tiny, but it comes with a lot of versatility. Not only does it have a 3-filter system, all of which are washable and reusable, but it comes with a blowing hose. If you’ve ever looked down at your computer keyboard and thought “Where’d all of these little crumbs and dust come from,” use the blowing hose to keep things from getting caught underneath your keys.

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The Bissell AeroSlim is perfect for spot cleaning and other smaller projects, and has raked in over 10,400 perfect ratings for doing just that. With a 2-in-1 crevice tool and dusting brush, you can easily and quickly clean your dustboards which probably need more attention than one might think. This handheld also has a USB charger which means you can charge it via a wall outlet, your computer, or even on-the-go in your car.

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The Sakold handheld vacuum has two gears, the latter activating a whopping amount of suction power for a small vacuum. It comes with a portable bag which is great to store both the vacuum and accompanying attachments. This is a game changer if you’ve ever lost an attachment like that one random sock. Because of its portability, many shoppers have found the Sakold to be the perfect handheld vacuum for their kitchens, since it can reach just about anywhere.

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For those who want to marry aesthetics with performance, the Brigii Mini ticks both boxes. It has a dual function of suction and blowing so you’re able to remove dust and dirt no matter where it is. Without its attachments in place, the Brigii also resembles a small Bluetooth speaker, which means it won’t look odd or off-putting, and you can even charge it on your kitchen countertop.