HyLite 2 vs Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 Cordless Vacuums

Torn between HyLite 2 and Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 for your next cordless vacuum?

We examine the HyLite 2 – a battery-power vacuum by Gtech, comparing runtime, dust tank, and costs, with – Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 by Tower, analysing real-world vacuuming performance.

By assessing these vacuums – the HyLite 2 and Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 from GTECH and TOWER, you get the best floorcare machine.

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GTECH HyLite 2 vs TOWER Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 – key Specifications

HyLite 2 and Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 Cordless Battery Run Time

GTECH Stick cordless vacuums, like the HyLite 2, provides lightweight portability without mains cables. Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 Stick is also cordlessly powered by a TOWER rechargeable battery.

The Tower Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 has a battery supply runtime of 60 minutes of cleaning, compared to the Gtech HyLite 2 which has 20 minutes life.

• GTECH HyLite 2 Runtime: 20 mins continuous vacuuming
• TOWER Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 Runtime: 60 mins continuous vacuuming

Charging times between the HyLite 2 and Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 varies – check manual.

Cordless Vacuum Dust Tank Capacity

Both Gtech HyLite 2 and Tower Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 are bagless, storing dust, hairs, dirt, and debris inside a sealed 0.3 litre and 1 litre tank, respectively. The Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 by TOWER holds up to 1 Litre of compressed dirty particles. The HyLite 2 by GTECH has a capable capacity of 0.3 litre for manual disposable.

• HyLite 2 onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.3L
• Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 onboard dirt/dust tank size: 1L

Floor Cleaning Types

Gtech’s HyLite 2 and Tower’s Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 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 Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 and HyLite 2 can’t vacuum liquids. For this, a TOWER or GTECH ‘wet and dry’ vacuum is needed.

Most Gtech and Tower battery powered vacuums include accessories. Check HyLite 2 or Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 manual for specifications and attachments.

Vacuum Filtration

The Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 and GTECH HyLite 2 include effective filters to capture dust, dander, pollen, hairs, and fibres.

GTECH and TOWER use HEPA, foam, or cloth, filters. HyLite 2 and Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 maintain suction and clean exhaust air.

TOWER and GTECH Reviews

Combined feedback from 783 reviewers shows the HyLite 2 with a rating of 4.6/5 stars, and the Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 vacuum gains a 4.4/5 average from 39 reviews, showing comparable reliability results.

Brand	Model	Runtime	Weight	Tank	Best Price
GTECH	HyLite 2	20 M	1.5	0.3L	£149.00
TOWER	Optimum 3-in-1 VL100	60 M	1.6	1L	£129.00