Dirt Devil Power Stick Lite 4-in-1 vs Dirt Devil Power Express Upright Vacuum

Both are corded Dirt Devil bagless vacuums rated 4.2, but they solve different jobs. The Power Stick Lite is a 4.4 lb stick that converts to a hand vac and wand for quick messes, stairs and above-floor cleaning, so it suits small homes and apartments with mixed hard floor and low-pile carpet. The Power Express is a full upright with a hose and crevice tool, height adjustment and a washable filter, so it suits carpeted homes with pets and heavier weekly cleaning. Owners of both praise value and light weight; the common complaints are cord length and plastic build on the stick, and bulk and hose reach on the upright.

• Choose the Power Stick Lite if you want one light tool for quick pickups, stairs, cars and above-floor spots, and you mostly have hard floors or low-pile rugs.
• Choose the Power Express if you have mostly carpet, pets or a whole home to clean and want an upright with height adjustment, a hose and a washable filter.