RYOBI 18V ONE+ HP Brushless Jobsite Hand Vacuum Kit vs Milwaukee M12 Compact Vacuum (Bare Tool)
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Quick take: The Milwaukee M12 Compact Vacuum (Bare Tool) costs $30 less; the RYOBI 18V ONE+ HP Brushless Jobsite Hand Vacuum Kit runs longer per charge (45 vs 29 min).
| Spec | RYOBI 18V ONE+ HP Brushless Jobsite Hand Vacuum Kit | Milwaukee M12 Compact Vacuum (Bare Tool) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$189 | ~$159 |
| Type | Handheld | Handheld |
| Suction | 34 CFM | 33 CFM |
| Battery | 45 min | 29 min |
| Navigation | — | — |
| Filtration | HEPA | HEPA |
| Cordless | Yes | Yes |
| Bagged | No | No |
| Noise | 68 dB | — |
| Dustbin | 4.22 cups | Not disclosed |
| Water tank | — | — |
| Self-empty dock | No | No |
| Auto mop washing | No | No |
| Hot water washing | No | No |
| Obstacle avoidance | No | No |
| Carpet detection | No | No |
| Auto mop lifting | No | No |
| Multi-floor mapping | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Dimensions | — | — |
| Weight | 2.9 lbs | — |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
Pros & cons
RYOBI 18V ONE+ HP Brushless Jobsite Hand Vacuum Kit
- ✓Brushless HP motor with published specs: up to 34 CFM, 84 IOW sealed suction
- ✓HEPA filtration, uncommon in this category (most handhelds use a washable filter only)
- ✓45-minute rated runtime is long for a handheld
- ✓Ships as a complete kit with a 4Ah battery and charger — no assumed existing battery
- ✓68 dB sound level is quiet for a brushless motor
- ✓3-in-1 handheld / stick vac / stationary design and a 3-year warranty
- ✗No motorized pet-hair brush among the included accessories
- ✗$189 kit price is high for the handheld category
- ✗Dimensions beyond weight not published by Ryobi
- ✗Larger and heavier than a basic 12V dustbuster-style handheld
- ✗Too new/niche a line for long-term owner reliability data
Milwaukee M12 Compact Vacuum (Bare Tool)
- ✓33 CFM motor rated for construction debris like wood chips and metal shavings
- ✓HEPA filter cartridge, uncommon at this size and price
- ✓5-year warranty, longer than most consumer handhelds
- ✓Includes a utility nozzle, crevice tool, and extension wand
- ✓Runs on the same M12 batteries as Milwaukee's drills, drivers, and other tools
- ✓Up to 29-minute runtime on the largest compatible battery
- ✗Bare tool — no battery or charger included, and M12 batteries are not cheap
- ✗No published dustbin capacity, weight, or noise level
- ✗No motorized brush — not built for pet hair or upholstery work
- ✗Bare-tool price ($159) is high before adding a battery and charger for non-M12 owners