AirRAM Platinum AR46 vs KVA 2 Cordless Vacuums

Torn between AirRAM Platinum AR46 and KVA 2 for your next cordless vacuum?

We examine the AirRAM Platinum AR46 – a battery-power vacuum by Gtech, comparing runtime, dust tank, and costs, with – KVA 2 by Karcher, analysing real-world vacuuming performance.

By assessing these vacuums – the AirRAM Platinum AR46 and KVA 2 from GTECH and KARCHER, you get the best floorcare machine.

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GTECH AirRAM Platinum AR46 vs KARCHER KVA 2 – key Specifications

AirRAM Platinum AR46 and KVA 2 Cordless Battery Run Time

GTECH Stick cordless vacuums, like the AirRAM Platinum AR46, provides lightweight portability without mains cables. KVA 2 Stick is also cordlessly powered by a KARCHER rechargeable battery.

The Karcher KVA 2 has a battery supply runtime of 40 minutes of cleaning, compared to the Gtech AirRAM Platinum AR46 which has 60 minutes life.

• GTECH AirRAM Platinum AR46 Runtime: 60 mins continuous vacuuming
• KARCHER KVA 2 Runtime: 40 mins continuous vacuuming

Charging times between the AirRAM Platinum AR46 and KVA 2 varies – check manual.

Cordless Vacuum Dust Tank Capacity

Both Gtech AirRAM Platinum AR46 and Karcher KVA 2 are bagless, storing dust, hairs, dirt, and debris inside a sealed 0.8 litre and 0.6 litre tank, respectively. The KVA 2 by KARCHER holds up to 0.6 Litre of compressed dirty particles. The AirRAM Platinum AR46 by GTECH has a capable capacity of 0.8 litre for manual disposable.

• AirRAM Platinum AR46 onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.8L
• KVA 2 onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.6L

Floor Cleaning Types

Gtech’s AirRAM Platinum AR46 and Karcher’s KVA 2 brush heads are effective on every surface – carpets & deep-pile rugs, hard floors (laminate, wood, tiles), vinyl, even upholstery, and stairs.

Their only limitation is the KVA 2 and AirRAM Platinum AR46 can’t vacuum liquids. For this, a KARCHER or GTECH ‘wet and dry’ vacuum is needed.

Most Gtech and Karcher battery powered vacuums include accessories. Check AirRAM Platinum AR46 or KVA 2 manual for specifications and attachments.

Vacuum Filtration

The KVA 2 and GTECH AirRAM Platinum AR46 include effective filters to capture dust, dander, pollen, hairs, and fibres.

GTECH and KARCHER use HEPA, foam, or cloth, filters. AirRAM Platinum AR46 and KVA 2 maintain suction and clean exhaust air.

KARCHER and GTECH Reviews

Combined feedback from 3,184 reviewers shows the AirRAM Platinum AR46 with a rating of 4.8/5 stars, and the KVA 2 vacuum gains a 4.4/5 average from 20 reviews, showing comparable reliability results.

Brand	Model	Runtime	Weight	Tank	Best Price
GTECH	AirRAM Platinum AR46	60 M	3.3	0.8L	£279.00
KARCHER	KVA 2	40 M	2.1	0.6L	£119.00