Sound the alarm: in the wake of Amazon Prime Day, Walmart’s Holiday Deals event is still going strong until October 13, meaning there's still time to score a brand-new vacuum without paying full price. While Prime Day is definitely the more well-known sale, our editors actually noticed that many of the steeper vacuum deals can be found at Walmart instead — if you know where to look.
Whether you’re cleaning up after shedding pets or prepping for holiday hosting, our shopping pros break down which Good Housekeeping Institute-tested brands like Dyson, Bissell and Tineco are the best buys at Walmart.
Here's the 411: Premium Dyson models and the Bissell Little Green carpet cleaner are cheaper at Walmart, as of Thursday morning. The best Shark vacuum deal is also at Walmart, for under $100. Robot vacuums are generally cheaper on Amazon. That said, we recommend doing a quick price check before you buy, since prices and inventory have been fluctuating all week long.
Walmart vs. Amazon vacuum deals:
Between Amazon and Walmart deals, this model is the cheapest Shark vacuum available right now — it's under $100! Our pros love Shark vacuums for their convenient designs and budget-friendly prices, and this particular model has a sealed HEPA filter designed to capture 99.97% of dust and allergens as small as 0.3 microns. We also love that it has a larger dust cup than competing models, meaning you won't have to empty the bin quite as often.
Although the viral Bissell Little Green machine was one of the most popular Prime Day purchases this year, it's actually cheaper at Walmart than Amazon. This popular upholstery cleaner is virtually identical to a top-tested pick from the GH Institute for the past 20 years for its impressive suction and cleaning power on carpet, rugs, car interiors and upholstery alike.
One of the hottest ticket items during sales events is undoubtedly a Dyson vacuum — but this October, we recommend shopping at Walmart. This popular model is $100 off right now and even comes with a bunch of handy attachments for targeting different surfaces. It also boasts a tangle-resistant Motorbar to help prevent clogs when slurping up hair, plus an easy-to-read digital display.
Not only did this sleek stick vacuum win a GH Cleaning Award in 2021, it's also been touted by our experts for its strong suction and pickup. We love its built-in laser, which illuminates otherwise unseen debris on the floor. It weighs just 7 pounds, making it super easy to push across the floor.
Although this particular Dyson model was cheaper at Amazon earlier this week, you can save $50 by shopping at Walmart instead now that Prime Day is over. It offers powerful suction and even a special hair screw tool to help prevent clogs when picking up long strands. Plus, its ultra-lightweight frame weighs just 5.6 pounds. We also appreciate its no-touch emptying system, meaning you can eject the dust from the bin without shaking it or reaching inside.
TikTok shoppers seem to be obsessed with Tineco's iFloor 3 Cordless wet/dry vacuum, and this is your chance to shop it for $210 off. This model boasts a built-in HEPA filter, a self-cleaning function to help keep the brush roll and tubes clean, plus two different canisters inside to separate clean and dirty water. Best of all, it offers swivel steering for easy maneuvering on all your sealed floors.
Shark AI Ultra Robot Self-Empty Vacuum
If you're still in the market for a robot vacuum after Prime Day, Amazon is your best bet. Take this option, for example: Our experts named it the best robot vacuum for carpets because of its self-emptying capabilities, built-in HEPA filter and helpful app connection. It can even build a virtual map of your home's layout, letting the vacuum navigate your house while avoiding furniture or stairs.
Samantha is a lifestyle commerce editor at Hearst magazines, where she covers fashion, fitness gear, tech, and viral products. She has over six years of editorial experience, including writing, editing, and hands-on product testing for commerce stories—whether it be an in-depth running shoe review or a curation of the latest Prime Day deals. As an avid runner and former Division I athlete, Samantha has particular expertise in fitness gear, apparel, shoes, and tech. (In fact, when she’s not at her desk, she’s probably out for a run.)
You can find Samantha’s work in Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping, House Beautiful, Country Living, Real Simple, Better Homes & Gardens, PEOPLE, and more.
