Hoover Wet/Dry Cordless Hand Vac S1120

Reviews for the Hoover S1120, which offers wet/dry cleaning in a compact and cordless unit, are generally positive. However, several owners say it doesn't do a great job sucking up liquids. Many users posting to review sites say they like the Hoover handheld vacuum, with most giving it near-perfect ratings. On the other hand, a few are very unhappy with their purchase, with some vocal owners complaining of poor suction. Overall, we found more consistent reviews for the Shark Cordless Hand Vac SV736 (*est. $40), which is just a bit more expensive.

Sites like Amazon.com and PriceGrabber.com allow consumers to post reviews and ratings of a wide range of handheld vacuums including the Hoover Wet/Dry Cordless Hand Vac S1120. Amazon.com has the largest number of owner-written reviews, but both PriceGrabber.com and a site called TheseVacuumsSuck.com have a small number of short reviews as well. ConsumerGuide.com also has what it calls an "Expert Review" of the Hoover S1120, but the apparent lack of product testing makes it more a descriptive list of features than a true analysis of the Hoover's performance.