The Samsung Bespoke Jet AI Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner is a premium cordless vacuum cleaner claiming to mix powerful suction and elegant design with a little artificial intelligence magic sprinkled into the mix at the same time. First thing that hits you is the upright vac has a sleek, modern appearance (just the one colour - dark grey) which means it's not going to look out of place wherever you place it.

One of the biggest differences from your usual vacuum is the separate auto-emptying dustbin/powered stand which not only charges the device but also automatically empties the dustbin into a disposable bag. This makes it much more hygienic, as it minimizes dust exposure compared to traditional models that require manual bin emptying. It's an innovative touch for those who have allergies or are concerned about cleanliness.

When it comes to suction power, the jet cyclone delivers the goods It’s equipped with a HexaJet Motor that generates suction power of up to 280W, making it capable of handling both fine dust and larger debris on various surfaces like hardwood floors, carpets, and tiles. The vacuum also includes multiple power modes to adjust suction strength based on cleaning needs.

This is where the AI setting comes in. Compatible with the active dual brush, the vacuum uses its smarts to change the brush speed and suction power depending on the surface. Samsung claims this increases battery life and maneuverability.

I found the battery life to be pretty decent anyway. You get two battery packs of different weights and capacities, and a separate charger meaning you can keep on sucking for a good 100 minutes. Plenty of time to cover the whole house. although on higher power settings the battery life is notably shorter, around 15-20 minutes.

Britain’s top 10 cleaning icons

Samsung has asked the country who their top cleaning icons are. Almost 50% of the UK's floorspace is carpeted - the equivalent to 7,447 football pitches of soft flooring to vacuum. It turns out one in three people wear outdoor shoes in the house – this is the top reason for vacuuming often, followed by pets. The average person spends over seven full working days a year vacuuming their house.

Here are Britain's top 10 cleaning icons

  1. Mary Poppins
  2. Mrs Hinch
  3. Mrs Doubtfire
  4. Stacey Solomon
  5. Cinderella
  6. Monica from Friends
  7. Kim Woodburn
  8. Marie Kondo
  9. The Janitor (Scrubs)
  10. Argus Filch (Harry Potter)

An LCD digital display on the handle allows you to check what mode you are in and how much charge is left at a glance. It also alerts you of problems such as an object getting stuck in the brush.

The Bespoke Jet comes with an accessory cradle to store the various attachments which is nice looking but does mean that with the cradle, stand and battery charger, you are taking up quite a bit of space. Samsung includes a range of attachments for versatile cleaning, such as a crevice, flex and combination tools. Other attachments are the spray spinning sweeper - an optional accessory - for mopping hard floors and the pet tool which can pick up pet hair without tangling from carpet, sofas, beds and mattresses.

The vacuum's station also connects to the internet via wi-fi, allowing you to customise it using the SmartThings App. The app also tracks and reports on your cleaning history.

You also get the Samsung five-year guarantee for parts and labour, which gives you some peace of mind. The vacuum is great and suitably hi-tech but you are going to have to pay for it with an RRP of more than £800. You can get a very decent cordelss vac for half this price or even less. But obviously you won't be getting all the whizz bangs.

Nathan Wyburn and UK cleaning icon portraits created with Samsung Bespoke Jet AI vacuum cleaner
Nathan Wyburn and UK cleaning icon portraits created with Samsung Bespoke Jet AI vacuum cleaner

Samsung Bespoke Jet AI Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner is available for £899 via the Samsung website. A limited-time offer of 10% off is currently running while Samsung is also offering up to £150 off if you recycle your old appliance. You can buy from Argos for £799

What users say

Kt7: This is fine on hard flooring but not got a lot of suction when hoovering carpets, Just feels like it glides over them and doesn’t actually suck up the pile. Wouldn’t recommend for carpets. It does have good battery length. I can do all downstairs inc stairs and upstairs and battery is still going.

Bouduk: Have been a user of Dyson for many years. This year thought will make the switch and could not have been happier. Such a great design with the all in one clean station as it removes the task of emptying the hoover - it's all kept in a nice little bag to empty when filled. I love placing the hoover onto the station and watching it clean itself and start spinning - a clean and empty dustbin each time before its next use.

Alternatives

Floor ONE STRETCH S6 Cordless Wet Dry Vacuum Cleaner

Pure ONE Station Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner with 3L Dust Clean Station

Stratos Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner Pet Pro with Anti Hair Wrap