LG CordZero Q3 vs LG CordZero Cordless Stick Vacuum - Single Battery

Quick take: The LG CordZero Q3 costs $101 less; the LG CordZero Q3 runs longer per charge (60 vs 50 min).

SpecLG CordZero Q3LG CordZero Cordless Stick Vacuum - Single Battery
Price~$299~$400
TypeCordless StickCordless Stick
Suction150 AW160 AW
Battery60 min50 min
Navigation——
Filtration5-Step Filtration System—
CordlessYesYes
BaggedNoNo
Noise82 dB84 dB
Dustbin33.8 oz13.5 oz
Water tank——
Self-empty dockNoNo
Auto mop washingNoNo
Hot water washingNoNo
Obstacle avoidanceNoNo
Carpet detectionNoNo
Auto mop liftingNoNo
Multi-floor mappingNoNo
App controlNoNo
Dimensions10.4 x 12.0 x 44.1 in10.2 x 44.1 x 10.6 in
Weight6.28 lbs5.7 lbs
Warranty1 year1 year

Pros & cons

LG CordZero Q3

  • ✓Auto Multi-Surface Detect adjusts suction between carpet and hard floor automatically
  • ✓Kompressor compaction technology at a price point that usually skips it
  • ✓5-step filtration with removable, washable cyclone and filters
  • ✓Detachable handheld mode for stairs, upholstery, and car interiors
  • ✓LED-lit crevice tool included in the box
  • ✓Meaningfully cheaper than LG's Kompressor and All-in-One CordZero tiers
  • ✗No ThinQ app or WiFi diagnostics, unlike LG's step-up models
  • ✗Single battery caps runtime at 60 minutes in normal mode, less in Turbo
  • ✗150 air-watt suction rating is lower than LG's Kompressor+ThinQ and All-in-One models
  • ✗Plain 1-year parts-and-labor warranty, no extended motor coverage
  • ✗Too new and low-profile a listing to have an established long-term reliability record

LG CordZero Cordless Stick Vacuum - Single Battery

  • ✓Light at 5.7 lb
  • ✓160 AW suction
  • ✓Up to 50 minutes on one battery
  • ✓Published noise rating of 84 dB
  • ✗Small 13.5 oz bin
  • ✗84 dB is loud for a stick
  • ✗Only a 1-year parts and labor warranty
  • ✗No app or Wi-Fi listed
  • ✗Single battery only