Dirt Devil Handheld Vacuum Review

It’s a compact handheld vacuum measuring 12x5x7 inches in total. Such dimensions allow easy maneuverability as well as storing.

Unlike with standard, full-sized vacs, you won’t have any issues putting this one away once you’re done using it.

It weighs approximately 3.75 pounds, which is lightweight in general, but still a bit heavy compared to other handheld vacuums. Its weight, however, has to do with quality, since this handheld vacuum features a powerful motor and is made of sturdy plastic.

It comes with a three-year limited warranty that covers damages caused by faulty materials and manufacturing.

It doesn’t cover normal wear and tear, so you won’t be able to replace belts, brushes and other such parts. It also doesn’t cover damage caused by misuse, neglect, or unauthorized repair.

Since it’s meant for spot cleaning, the Dirt Devil Scorpion Quick Flip works well on all surfaces. It does a good job on hardwood as well as other bare floors, while also being equally as impressive on carpets.

Its several attachments make the process easier depending on the particular surface.

While it can pick up different debris from carpets, you should be careful with its suction. In other words, this is one of the best handheld vacs, but it may not be the best for high-pile rugs.

Its strong suction could pull the carpet in and make it impossible to actually maneuver the vac around. To avoid this, you can shake the carpet onto a bare floor surface and then clean the mess from there.

If you have low-pile carpets and area rugs, you probably won’t struggle with the aforementioned issue.

Picking up stuff from hardwood is easy to do with the Dirt Devil Scorpion. This handheld vacuum has powerful suction so it can pick up even some larger/heavier pieces. Keep in mind its narrow cleaning path and whether the debris can go through it.

All the attachments are safe to use on hardwood since none of them is motorized.

Though it’s small and compact, its maneuverability might be an issue at times. For example, if you want to use it outside, you’ll maybe struggle with the length of its cord. This can also be an issue indoors as well, depending on where and how many power sockets you have.

Other than that, you’ll find this handheld vacuum simple to use and maneuver with even in the tightest areas and hard-to-reach spaces. Its tools are easy to attach/detach, and they enhance the overall performance.

The only thing you’ll have to do often is to empty the dust bin. It measures 0.3 liters which is quite small, but expected, given that it’s a handheld vacuum. However, such limited capacity means you’ll have to empty it after each use; sometimes even while in use.

Its filter also requires maintenance/replacement but only every three to six months.

Noise is a big issue when it comes to the Dirt Devil Scorpion Quick Flip handheld vacuum. Reports state that the unit is incredibly loud for its size, which is something we have to stress in this handheld vacuum review.

The reason for this is the powerful motor placed in such a small housing. Its narrow cleaning path and attachments also enhance the sound.

It’s a corded handheld vacuum with 16’ of power cable. There’s no rewind system of any sort, so you’ll have to fold the cable any way you know. You can wrap it around the unit itself for easier storage.

Though a cord means unlimited runtime, it also means you’ll have to think about power sockets, especially since it’s such a short length.

This is a bagless vacuum with a dust cup. It’s a canister measuring about 0.3 liters in capacity. Though it’s not as large, it’s see-through so that you can tell when it requires emptying.

Luckily, it’s simple to empty and place back in place.

The filter is located in the interior of this handheld vacuum. The unit disconnects in the middle where you can see the filter. It’s a replaceable filter that’s quite affordable and easy to work with. You should replace it every three to six months as a part of regular maintenance.

If you have pets, you probably deal with lots of different messes on the daily, including persistent pet hair. You obviously don’t want to drag your big and bulky vacuum each time your pup flips its food bowl. For this, you should consider the Scorpion – one of the best handheld vacs on the market.

The powerful suction of this handheld vacuum can pick up kitty litter from different floor surfaces and furniture. It also has a few attachments that can help you reach the pieces that got stuck in various tight areas.

The only thing you should keep in mind is its narrow cleaning path. Make sure the litter pieces are dry and small enough.

Since it’s as powerful, you can expect this vacuum to pick up pet hair with the same efficiency. You’ll maybe have to use several different attachments depending on the surface where the hairs are.

Also, consider its dust bin capacity and how often you’d have to empty it if you’re dealing with long pet hair.