Jashen V16 Review

Jashen may not be a household name, but it should be on the watchlists of people looking for a budget cord-free stick vacuum with the same versatility as a Dyson.

The V16 is one of two options in their V-Series line that also includes the V18.

It’s the cheaper alternative but with the same motor, battery, and dirt capacity. The only difference between these two is the V18 has the dirt sensor, and the V16 does not.

In this review, we’ll find out if the Jashen V16 is a good option or better than other brands in terms of price range, like the popular MOOSOO cordless vacuum.

Introduction to the Jashen V16

At first glance, the Jashsen V16 may look like any cord-free stick product, but it has some nifty convenience features, which we’ll examine one by one upon closer inspection.

Adjustable Clearance

The front part of the cleaning nozzle pivots up and down, allowing users to adjust the clearance according to their needs.

Moving it up lets large particles of dirt like Cheerios and Fruit loops to fit.

Closing it gives it a better seal for cleaning embedded dirt on carpets.

This is the first time I’ve seen this feature on a stick vacuum at this price range.

The only other product with something similar would be the Dyson V10 and V11, but the Jashen V16 is unique as the whole row is movable, not just a small portion.

It has an all-plastic construction with rounded edges, so there’s minimal risk of scuffing furniture.

Two Brushes

I also like the two brush attachments – a soft roller bar for hard floors and a standard bristled brush for carpet.

Combining the switchable brushes and adjustable gate makes the V16 a versatile product capable of thoroughly cleaning hard floors and carpet.

One issue with the stiff bristles is its tendency to kick dirt forward, but it works well on smaller pieces of debris like pet litter and sand.

I would not recommend using it on hardwood floors as the stiff bristles can scratch hardwood.

Interchanging the two attachments is easy with the quick release latch that pops the brush out.

Detachable Lithium-Ion Battery

The Jashen V16 has a 7-cell, 2,500 mAh, 25.2-volt lithium-ion removable battery. I hope that more manufacturers follow suit as having a detachable battery makes it easy to replace it if something goes wrong.

Jashen sells replacement batteries on its Amazon page. Take note that the V16 and V18 use the same Samsung battery that, according to the manufacturer, will have good longevity and have minimal fade even after years of use.

How long does the Jashen V18 run?

Jashen claims the V16 will run for up to 40 minutes, so to test if it is accurate, I left the motor running with one of the non-powered tools attached at the lowest setting.

It exceeded the 40-minute mark – 44 minutes and 50 seconds, to be exact.

Here are the complete results of the run time tests.

Since the battery is detachable, you can purchase an extra to double the run time.

Intelligent LED screen

Behind the battery is an LED screen showing the chosen power setting, battery status and informs when to clean the filter.

This is the only model in the sub-$200 range with an LED screen.

Mind you, it’s doesn’t look as nice as the screen on a Dyson V11 or a Tineco Pure One S12, but it’s something functional and easy to read, so I give plus points to Jashen for adding this feature.

Dual Charging Dock

This model has a dual charging dock that can charge the vacuum plus an extra battery. It also has extra slots to store two more attachments.

Realize that the V16 only comes with a single battery out of the box, so you’ll have to purchase an extra battery to use this slot.

I’m impressed by Jeshen adding this feature, which is a time saver. Most other manufacturers don’t have this feature available, except for Tineco, a more expensive option.

LED Headlight

On top of the nozzle are three LED headlights that help users track dirt on low visibility areas.

Since it only has three bulbs, it isn’t as bright as a Shark ION P50 with six bulbs, but I’m guessing that the adjustable gate made it necessary to move the headlight to this area.

How much power does the Jeshen V18 have?

Not all cordless manufacturers use the same unit to disclose power, so comparing suction can be confusing.

For more uniformity, I use an anemometer to measure airflow in two areas – the main cleaning head and wand.

Airflow refers to the amount of air that passes through the region where it’s measured.

Based on my experience, vacuums with high airflow tend to do well at deep cleaning carpet.

But other factors to play a role like brush roll design.

Here are the results.

While the V16 has decent airflow numbers, it isn’t as good as the more premium options, but it’s not entirely dependent on it.

Since one of the attachments has a soft roller, it doesn’t require a high airflow to pick up debris.

However, the stiff bristles on the standard brush roll play a significant role in why it did very well in the deep cleaning test (more on that below).

Ergonomics and Maneuverability

The V16 weighs just a little over 5 pounds – not as light as the Roborock H6, but lighter than a Dyson V11.

It’s not super light, but light enough to use extensively on floors or cleaning upholstery without causing arm fatigue.

The absence of a trigger helps it in this area since finger tiredness will not be a problem.

The steering is decent. Expect the same agility as a Tineco when it comes to avoiding furniture.

But I feel that it lacks the feedback of a Dyson. It does not steer as sharply.

Dust Cup Capacity and Design

The V16 has a removable dust cup that can hold up to 500 milliliters of dry dirt.

You can remove the whole filter assembly and wash it.

The HEPA filter has good size, and being washable helps extend its service life.

Avoid overfilling the container as dirt will spill from the suction port and out the vacuum if debris goes over the line fill line.

Attachments and Tools

Out of the box, you’ll get these tools – a total of three extra attachments for above-floor cleaning, along with the dual charging dock and extension wand.

Here’s what you’ll get out of the box

I think it’s a pretty generous set of tools considering this model is almost at the budget range.

It also has a mini-turbo brush that allows folks to clean fabric upholstery and thoroughly mattresses.

Different Jashen Options: V16 vs. V18

There are two different options available, and the table below shows their similarities and differences.

How does the Jashen V16 clean?

The Jashen V16 is a versatile product, capable of cleaning floors and areas above it.

Thanks to the interchangeable tools and the detachable wand, it offers a bit of flexibility when cleaning configuration.

You can use it as a handheld or stick vacuum. It has enough length to clean cobwebs from ceilings under 9 feet.

With that said, it’s primary purpose is cleaning floors as a stick vacuum.

It does so using two interchangeable tools that will pick up dirt on hard floors and carpets.

Right behind the brush roll is two rubber wheels that minimize scuffing.

The adjustable gate provides the option to alter the amount of clearance depending on what needs cleaning.

Cleaning Performance

I put the Jashen V16 through our standard cleaning tests on various debris types, such as quaker oats, coffee grounds, quinoa, and pet litter.

I also tested in on hard to clean sand and big stuff such as cheerios and fruit loops.

Lastly, I did a hair wrap test to see how well both brushes resist tangles.

Here are the scores.

• Overall: 96.18%
• Hard Floor: 99.55%
• Carpet (Surface Pick Up): 98.57%
• Carpet (Deep Cleaning): 87%

Hard Floor Cleaning Test

I tested the V16 on quaker oats, coffee, quinoa, and pet litter to see how well it picks up on hard surfaces, and it did very well, picking up close to 100% in nearly all the tests.

Please note that I used the lowest setting on this surface and didn’t have any problems picking up debris.

The soft roller kicks some of the debris forward like quinoa and pet littler but picked it up in the subsequent passes.

• Quaker Oats: 99.4%
• Coffee: 99.2%
• Quinoa: 100%
• Pet Litter: 99.6%

Cheerios and Fruit Loops Test

Cleaning Fruit loops and Cheerios won’t be a problem with the Jashen V16.

The soft roller attachment was able to pick up all of the Cheerios and Fruit loops on the forward pass with the gate fully open.

Take note that cleaning too much large debris can clog the pathway going to the dust cup.

But it’s not something that you’ll encounter daily, so I don’t think this will be an issue for most people.

Sand on Hard Floor Test

One of the best features of the V16 is the soft roller attachment. It was almost perfect in this test, picking up an average of 99.6% (50 grams of sand) on two tests.

The best part is it achieved this high score at the lowest power setting, picking up most of the sand in the forward pass!

If you live in a sandy area and looking for a capable stick vacuum under $200, this model is an excellent alternative to a Dyson.

Carpet Cleaning Test

The standard brush didn’t disappoint when cleaning carpets. It was able to pick up a high percentage of the debris I scattered on it. One issue with the stiff bristles is it kicked large bits of dirt forward like Fruit loops and Cheerios.

However, it did better on smaller particles of dirt like quinoa and pet litter.

I split the test on the carpet into two categories – a surface cleaning test on low and mid pile carpet, then another test for embedded sand on mid pile carpet.

Low Pile Test Results

The V16 was able to do very well on low pile carpet, picking up in the high 90s. It did kick some of the stuff like quinoa and pet litter forward but could pick these up on subsequent passes.

• Quaker Oats: 99.6%
• Coffee: 99.8%
• Quinoa: 100%
• Pet Litter: 98.8%

Mid Pile Test Results

The V16 did the worst on mid pile carpets, but the scores are still impressive, with the lowest being at 94% – still an excellent score.

• Quaker Oats: 99%
• Coffee: 97.4%
• Quinoa: 100%
• Pet Litter: 94%

Deep Cleaning Test

One of the toughest things to clean on carpets is sand.

To check how well the V16 deep cleans, I rubbed 100 grams of sand on medium pile carpet and ran the vacuum at the highest power setting to see how much it picks up.

The V16 picked up an average of 87% in three tests, which is an excellent score, and one of the best for sub-$200 stick vacuums.

Edge Cleaning Test

I also tested how the V16 does at cleaning edges and crevices. For this experiment, I scattered pet litter on one corner of the room with a quarter-inch deep crack to see how much it gathers.

Here’s a before and after photo.

As you can see, I scattered quite a bit on the edges, and the V16 was able to pick up nearly everything. Even the debris that fell into the crevice, it was able to pick up, so edge cleaning is excellent.

Hair Wrap Test

The last test I’ll share with you is the hair wrap test. For this experiment, I scattered one gram of human hair (5 to 7 inches long) on hard floors and carpets to see how much it will wrap around the soft roller and standard brush roll.

This is how much hair that wrapped around the soft roller.

And this was hair that wrapped on the standard brush roll.

The good news is most of the hair went inside the dust container in the two tests.

Here’s how much hair went inside the after cleaning carpet.

Results on the hair wrap test on hard floors – how much hair went inside the bin.

However, if there’s someone in your home with long hair, regularly checking and cleaning the brush roll should be a part of the maintenance routine.

Noise Level

I used a sound meter to measure noise from a few feet away from the vacuum, and here are the results of that test.

It can get quite loud if you’re using the max setting.

Product Specifications

Where Can I Buy the Jashen V16?

This stick vacuum is available in online stores like Amazon. Please check the link below to see the latest price.

• Jashen V16 on Amazon

Please take note that when you purchase through the link above, I will earn a commission, but at no additional cost to you, so it’s a win-win for both of us.

Does the Jashen V16 provide good value?

The short answer is yes! When you factor in the above-average run time, excellent cleaning performance, a generous set of attachments, and a low price point, the V16 scores high when it comes to value for money.

It may not have the bells and whistles of a Tineco Pure One S12 or a Dyson V11, but when it comes to what matters most, cleaning the home, it will not disappoint.

There are some quirks with the steering, but it is decent, and I don’t see any significant issues moving around obstacles.

Jashen provides local customer support services for its U.S. customers, so if you run into any issues, please contact them.

5 Reasons why you should choose the Jashen V16

The Verdict: One of the Best Sub-$200 Options Available

One of the biggest surprises for me was how well the V16 did in nearly all of the cleaning tests.

It was able to clean various debris from fine sand to large bits of Fruit loops without any significant concerns whatsoever.

Sure, there were instances where it clogged when cleaning too much Fruit loops and cheerios, but it’s a common predicament for most stick vacuums.

But the overall performance is positive.

It isn’t perfect, but it’s one option that I’d consider if you’re looking for a stick vacuum below $200 with features not available in other products at this price point.