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

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

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

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

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KARCHER KVA 2 vs TOWER Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 – key Specifications

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

KARCHER Stick cordless vacuums, like the KVA 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 Karcher KVA 2 which has 40 minutes life.

• KARCHER KVA 2 Runtime: 40 mins continuous vacuuming
• TOWER Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 Runtime: 60 mins continuous vacuuming

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

Cordless Vacuum Dust Tank Capacity

Both Karcher KVA 2 and Tower Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 are bagless, storing dust, hairs, dirt, and debris inside a sealed 0.6 litre and 1 litre tank, respectively. The Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 by TOWER holds up to 1 Litre of compressed dirty particles. The KVA 2 by KARCHER has a capable capacity of 0.6 litre for manual disposable.

• KVA 2 onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.6L
• Optimum 3-in-1 VL100 onboard dirt/dust tank size: 1L

Floor Cleaning Types

Karcher’s KVA 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 KVA 2 can’t vacuum liquids. For this, a TOWER or KARCHER ‘wet and dry’ vacuum is needed.

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

Vacuum Filtration

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

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

TOWER and KARCHER Reviews

Combined feedback from 20 reviewers shows the KVA 2 with a rating of 4.4/5 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
KARCHER	KVA 2	40 M	2.1	0.6L	£119.00
TOWER	Optimum 3-in-1 VL100	60 M	1.6	1L	£129.00