WITH its smiley face and signature red and black design, Henry vacuum cleaners are a staple in many homes and businesses, including mine at one time.

Now that the brand has released a cordless version of its classic vacuum cleaner, I’ve done a Henry Quick review to see how it compares.

• Numatic Henry Quick cordless vacuum cleaner, £254.73 from Amazon – buy here

Like the original Henry, the cordless Henry Quick Hen.100 can be used in domestic and commercial settings; something that its competitors are not designed for.

That means it needs to be durable, offer great suction, and of course be built to last.

Certainly, the model I tested felt sturdy, but it also felt heavier than some of the cordless vacuum cleaners I’ve tested in the past.

Fortunately, unlike the original Henry, this one isn’t bulky. Instead, the Henry Quick is wall-mountable, slim and compact.

Plus, if you don’t like the classic red and black design, there’s also a pink version (Hetty Quick) and a graphite (grey) version.

But Henry Quick has entered a busy and competitive market of cordless vacuum cleaners – so how does it stack up against its competitors?

Overall rating: 4/5

Pros

• Minimal maintenance
• Dust-free bin disposal
• Long battery life
• Can scent your home

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Cons

• Doesn’t stand up on its own
• Bin bags need to be replaced
• Light only comes on in carpet mode

Henry Quick cordless vacuum cleaner: the full review

• Numatic Henry Quick cordless vacuum cleaner, £254.73 from Amazon – buy here

Key features

The Henry Quick has a few features that give it an edge over its competitors.

• Fast charging: A full charge takes approximately 150 minutes, which is quite a lot less time than some competitors, which can require three or four hours.
• Long battery life: With the suction on normal and the brush off, this device will run for approximately 70 minutes. Most cordless vacuum cleaners will only last for 30 minutes. However, in boosted mode with the brush on, it lasts for just 14 minutes, which is a bit less than some competitors.
• Scent pods: You have the option of inserting a scented capsule that helps to fragrance your home as you clean.
• Replaceable parts: If you’ve broken the floor head or damaged the charger, you can get replacements without having to buy a whole new device.
• Extension handle: There’s a built-in handle on the main body of the device but the Henry Quick comes with a clip-on handle extension that can make it easier to hold for some people.

However, there are a few things that are worth bearing in mind.

• Henry Quick pods: Like traditional vacuum cleaners, the Henry Quick has a 1L bag that catches all the stuff you hoover up, instead of a caddy that gets emptied out. The machine comes with six pods that last up to three weeks each. Replacement pods cost £12.99 for a pack of 10, adding to the cost of running the machine, but they do make emptying the bin a dust-free experience and minimise maintenance. 
• Rotating suction head: The main suction head is equipped with LED lights to help you spot dust, but these only work when you have the brushes switched on. And unlike some of its competitors, there are no blades to stop hair from getting caught in the brush head, which makes maintenance a bit of a hassle.
• 3.2kg weight: In terms of weight, the Henry Quick is actually mid-range. It’s not the heaviest device out there, but it’s also not the lightest.
• Accessories: You get a crevice tool and a small upholstery brush. These are great for general cleaning but you might want to look for a device with a small rotating brush head if you’ve got pets at home.

Performance

The Henry Quick was really easy to assemble, even without the instruction manual; everything just clicks into place.

The only thing I had to check was how to clip on the extension handle, as it has a locking system that’s a bit fiddly to work with when you’re holding the device upright.

That’s the other thing – unlike some cordless vacuum cleaners, this one doesn’t stand up on its own at all so you’ll have to lie it flat on the floor or lean it against something with a hook if you want to set it down for a minute.

In terms of use, the device was pretty easy to manoeuvre.

The suction head is small enough to fit into most spaces, although it only turns slightly so it’s not as good at reaching into tight corners as other cordless vacuum cleaners I’ve tested in the past.

Although it worked well on hard floors, I found it worked best on carpets, especially compared to competitors.

The brush was able to really dig into the piles to bring up hair and other fluff. And on rugs, it did this without lifting it off the floor, which is definitely a bonus.

When I used the Henry Quick with the accessories, I found I needed to use the boost function to get the extra suction power.

This was especially true for the upholstery brush, which sometimes struggled to lift up hair from the sofa.

For pet owners, I’d recommend a cordless vacuum cleaner that comes with a smaller rotating head, like the Shark IZ320UKT, as it makes all the difference.

• Numatic Henry Quick cordless vacuum cleaner, £254.73 from Amazon – buy here

Maintenance 

When it comes to cleaning up the device itself, the Henry Quick really has an edge over its competitors, and that’s down to the Henry Quick Pods.

The pods are designed to double as a bin bag and a filter, with a valve system that stops any dust and debris from coming back out.

Once it’s full, a light on the device will come on. Then it’s just a case of pushing a lever to unlock the bag chamber, taking the pod out and putting it in the bin.

Unlike its competitors, there’s no emptying the caddy after every clean, or cleaning out the filter every two weeks.

The only bit of maintenance you have to do is clean the rotating brush head.

There’s a button you push to release the brush, which then makes it easier to remove any hairs that might be wrapped around it.

How long do Henry Quick pods last?

According to the manufacturers, you can get three weeks of use from each filter pod but this obviously depends on how big your home is, how dusty it gets and of course how often you vacuum.

The device has a light that tells you when you need to replace the pods, so you certainly don’t need to peek inside to check whether it’s full.

The pods' capacity are pretty decent though; there’s 1L of bin space, which is quite a lot more than some competitors.

Henry Quick review: the verdict

• Numatic Henry Quick cordless vacuum cleaner, £254.73 from Amazon – buy here

Overall I liked the Henry Quick.

It did the job better compared to some similar devices, but it also didn’t perform quite as well in other respects.

For those looking for a cordless vacuum cleaner that’s minimal fuss, this is one of the few devices with a traditional vacuum bag.

That means it’s more costly to run in the long run, and there’s more waste, but it does significantly reduce day-to-day maintenance on the device.

In terms of price, it’s pretty much middle of the spectrum for cordless vacuum cleaners so it’s well worth considering in a lineup.

Where can you buy the Henry Quick?

You can buy the Henry Quick directly from the manufacturers on the Henry website – this is also the best place to go if you’re looking for replacement parts, as well as stocking up on more Henry Quick pods.

Otherwise you can find it in all the usual electrical stores, including:

• Currys
• Argos
• Amazon
• Very
• John Lewis

Where is Henry Quick made?

Henry Quick is made in the UK by Numatic International Limited, which is based in Chard in Somerset.

Henry Quick alternatives

If you’re looking for alternatives to the Henry Quick, you have lots of options; most models on sale are bagless.

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A few options to choose from include:

• Shark IZ320UKT
• Dyson V15 Detect Absolute
• Shark IZ300UKT
• Beldray AirGility Pet Max

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