Lupe Pure Cordless Review

Over the past five years, I’ve seen a boom in cordless vacuums. Even manufacturers like Miele and Bissell, formerly known for their bagged vacuums, have also released bagless and cordless products.

It is clear these brands are trying to catch a piece of this multi-billion-dollar industry.

While most copy Dyson’s framework with all the bells and whistles, this brand does the opposite.

Instead of going high-tech, Lupe Pure’s founders have chosen the path of simplicity and longevity, eliminating non-essentials and focusing solely on what matters most: cleaning performance.

Introduction to the Lupe Pure Cordless Vacuum

Most cordless vacuums you’ll see copy Dyson’s design – a dustbin and motor on top, along with a trigger switch.

One issue with this design is the top-heaviness. Using these products for extended periods can cause fatigue in your arms.

Lupe has no issue with the motor and dustbin close to the base. Whereas V11’s handle weight is 1.84 kgs (or over 4 pounds!), Lupe’s handle weight is only 0.16 kgs (or 0.35 pounds). In other words, it’s feather-lite. You’ll barely feel it, making it more comfortable for extended use.

I’ll go through each of the features.

Cleaning head

Unlike other brands that use separate cleaning heads or brushes for carpets and hard floors, Lupe utilizes only one.

They can this the “Patented Suction Intensifier Technology.”

It’s a combination of a roller and a standard brush roll, similar to Shark’s DuoClean technology. However, the main difference lies in the front roller. Unlike Shark’s version, which has a rigid core, Lupe’s version is malleable, allowing it to adapt to the surface’s contours.

This malleability provides an excellent seal, especially on hard surfaces. Watch this clip to see how well Lupe picks up debris on both hard floors and carpets.

You’ll literally feel the seal on hard floors. Even without pushing, the head propels itself forward. There’s also friction when steering it – that’s the seal at work.

In both clips, you’ll see it make a clean pass. Nothing gets past it, even on carpet.

Both the roller and brush components are removable. You’ll need a coin to twist the locking mechanism on the side.

The option to remove these brushes makes it easier to maintain and clean. And if these parts wear out, Lupe makes them available through their website.

Versatility

Another aspect I like about Lupe is its versatility. You can use it in several configurations.

First, you can use it in its default upright configuration. It’s slightly taller than the Shark ION P50, at a little over 48″ tall.

You can also use it as a canister vacuum with the wand attached to any of the two above-floor tools.

Unfortunately, you cannot use the main nozzle in this configuration.

Lastly, this vacuum is also usable as a handheld device.

Although it is not as compact as a traditional handheld vacuum, the stretchable hose and cord-free feature make it portable.

Dustbin and Filtration

One significant benefit of an upright design is the larger dustbin capacity. Lupe can hold up to 1 liter of dry dirt – up to the fill line.

It features three levels of filtration, including a foam covering, a pre-motor filter, and a post-motor HEPA filter. All these are washable and should last the lifetime of the vacuum.

I’d buy an extra (at least one) set of these filters to eliminate downtime waiting for it to dry.

One test I put all vacuums through is the fog test. This reveals if the vacuum has a sealed system.

The test reveals some leaks at creases around the HEPA filter.

I like the wide opening, making it easy to dispose of dirt.

Washable

Lupe’s dustbin bin is washable with a detachable mesh filter, making it easy to rinse debris sticking to the inner frame.

Ensure the area is dry before reattaching the vacuum.

Battery and Run Time

Yes, Lupe’s battery is detachable.

Lupe utilizes a 9 Murata high-drain, high-capacity lithium-ion battery with a claimed run time of 60 minutes in eco mode.

There are three power modes – low, mid, and high, plus a brush roll setting for low and high speeds. There are a total of six power settings.

I tested how long Lupe will run in each setting, and here are the results.

Please note that Lupe’s default mode is the middle setting. You will need to press the plus or minus buttons to toggle between the max and eco settings.

Interface

One defining aspect of Lupe is its simplicity. You’ll see this in its interface. Instead of a fancy LCD screen, they kept it simple with four buttons – power, plus, minus, and brush roll high/low.

I believe Lupe did this to keep costs down and remove unnecessary weight, making this vacuum as light as possible.

There are no controls on the handle. But the buttons are high enough, and there’s no need to bend over too much.

Ergonomics and Maneuverability

Lupe excels in this area with its lightweight design and responsive steering. Another product I tested with a similar design is the Shark ION P50, and Lupe feels lighter.

It can turn at a sharper angle than Shark. However, the high suction and seal create more friction that you’ll feel when steering this vacuum around furniture.

How much power does the Lupe Pure cordless have?

One tool I use to measure suction is an anemometer that I stick at the cleaning head to measure airflow.

Here are the results with the brush roll at high

• Low: 21.94 CFM
• Mid: 27.76 CFM
• Max: 42.38 CFM

And brush roll at low.

• Low: 22.29 CFM
• Mid: 28.05 CFM
• Max: 43.06 CFM

There isn’t much difference between the brush roll’s high and low settings. I’d keep it at high as it provides the best compromise for debris pick up.

Please note that airflow and suction are distinct concepts. Airflow refers to the amount of air turbulence that passes through, whereas suction requires a separate tool for measurement.

Cleaning Performance

I tested Lupe Pure on various types of debris, from fine sand to large bits of Cheerios.

Here are the overall scores:

• Overall: 99.65%
• Hard floor: 99.6%
• Carpet (surface): 99.82%
• Deep cleaning: 99.9%
• Sand on hard floor: 99.3%

The results show a generally excellent pickup on both hard floors and carpets. It performed well in all the tests, although it did not excel in any one area.

One surprise for me is how well Lupe picked up surface dirt on carpets, with numerous 100% scores.

Hard floor results

• Quaker oats: 100%
• Coffee grounds: 99.2%
• Quinoa: 100%
• Pet litter: 99.2%

As expected, Lupe performed well on hard floors, achieving a near-perfect score of 99.6%. There were no problems picking up different debris types, such as Quaker Oats, coffee grounds, quinoa, and pet litter.

However, you’ll need to use the middle setting for heavier items, such as pet litter, to clear the suction chamber.

Sand on Hard Floor

One of the toughest items to clean on hard floors is sand. I scattered 50 grams worth on a test area to check how well Lupe handles it.

It achieved an average of 99.3% in two tests, capturing most of the finer particles.

Even with the eye test, Lupe managed to pick up most of it in the forward pass.

Edge cleaning

Another area where Lupe did well is edge cleaning.

I scattered coffee grounds on a corner of my home office for this experiment.

Some of it went into the quarter-inch crevice.

Here’s a before-and-after shot.

As you’ll see, it did quite well, picking up most of the coffee grounds.

I like its efficiency as it only required minimal passes to achieve this result.

Again, this shows the excellent seal the cleaning head possesses.

Hair wrap

Most cordless vacuums struggle with cleaning long strands of hair, especially those with narrow brushes.

I tested how well Lupe performs, and it surprisingly did well, considering it doesn’t have an anti-tangle system.

During the initial testing phase, I planned to conduct tests for five- and seven-inch strands. Lupe performed well in both areas, so I added a nine-inch hair strand test.

• 5-inch (one gram): 0.82 grams (or 82%) inside the dustbin, 0.18 grams (or 18%) around the brush
• 7-inch (one gram): 0.98 grams (or 98%) inside the dustbin, 0.02 grams (or 2%) around the brush
• 9-inch (one gram): 0.78 grams (or 78%) inside the dustbin, 0.22 grams (or 22%) around the brush

Here are some before-and-after shots for the 5-inch test.

7-inch test.

And a 9-inch test.

These tests reveal Lupe can resist tangles, but it doesn’t mean hair won’t wrap around the brush. It means less hair will wrap around, so there’s less maintenance needed.

The ability to remove the roller and brush components makes cleaning easier.

Low pile results

• Quaker oats: 100%
• Coffee grounds: 98.6%
• Quinoa: 100%
• Pet litter: 100%

Lupe had excellent scores overall on low-pile carpet, scoring 100% on three tests.

It struggles most with coffee grounds on this surface, but it still picked up a very high amount.

Mid pile results

• Quaker oats: 100%
• Coffee grounds: 100%
• Quinoa: 100%
• Pet litter: 100%

Surprisingly, Lupe performed its best on mid-pile carpet, achieving 100% scores on all four tests. Please note that I used the maximum setting when cleaning coffee grounds after the initial few passes, which is why it picked up 100%.

Deep cleaning test

Next, we’ll examine the deep cleaning results, where I applied 100 grams of sand to a mid-pile carpet. I conducted several tests with the power at maximum and middle settings to determine how much it picks up.

In the maximum setting, Lupe achieved an average of 99.8% and 92.8% in the middle setting.

It’s significantly better than the Shark ION P50, which has a similar brush setup, by more than 20% (70.2%), even in the middle setting.

So, Lupe will deep clean better for more extended periods.

How Noisy is Lupe Pure?

I use a sound meter to measure noise levels. Lupe isn’t a quiet vacuum. Check out the results below.

• Low: 74.6 dB
• Mid: 78.4 dB
• Max: 81.7 dB

Even in the lowest setting, it’s quite loud. My 8-year-old son didn’t like the loudness, which gives you an idea. In the highest setting, it breaches the 80-decibel mark, which means you can’t have a decent conversation with this vacuum running.

Tools and attachments

Out of the box, you’ll get these items.

1. Lupe Pure Cordless vacuum
2. Main cleaning nozzle
3. Lithium-ion battery
4. Charger with plug options for UK, US, and EU sockets
5. Detachable wand
6. Crevice tool
7. Upholstery tool
8. On-board mount

I like the onboard mount because it reduces the risk of misplacing attachments.

Clip it on the handle, and it neatly stores the crevice and upholstery tool. Unfortunately, it lacks a locking mechanism, so the tools are held in place by friction. There’s a risk that it will drop as you vacuum, so it’s something to keep in mind.

Availability of Parts

You can purchase Lupe parts on their website. These components are currently not in stock, but they should be available when they are manufactured in line with demand.

Product Specifications

Where can I buy the Lupe Pure Cordless?

You can buy Lupe directly from their website. Check the link below for the latest in pricing.

• Lupe Pure from Lupe Technology website(for US Consumers)
• Lupe Pure from Lupe Technology website(for EU & UK Consumers)

Disclaimer: I’ll earn a commission if you purchase through the link above, but at no extra cost, so it’s a win-win for us!

Does the Lupe Pure Cordless provide excellent value?

Despite the high price tag, Lupe brings a lot to the table. This vacuum is designed with a long-term view in mind, featuring an easy-to-disassemble modular framework.

Cleaning performance is excellent and one of the best all-around options for cleaning hard floors and carpets.

The beauty of Lupe is that there’s no need to change nozzles. One head does the job and is well enough for whole-home cleaning.

Although it may not run the longest, purchasing additional batteries easily extends the range.

The build quality is excellent, with all components locking into place using a quick-release latch.

4 Reasons to Buy the Lupe Pure Cordless

1. Excellent seal: Lupe’s suction intensifier makes sure no debris gets past the nozzle, even in the forward pass.
2. Above-average capacity: The one-liter dustbin capacity reduces the need to empty the dust container frequently.
3. Lightweight design: This vacuum is built with ease of use in mind. The handle weight is the lightest I’ve tested (less than 0.5 lbs), making it the least tiring to use for long stretches.
4. Easy to clean: The modular design makes this product very easy to clean. Parts like the brush roll easily come off without the need for special tools, making upkeep straightforward.

The Verdict: Excellent, Versatile All-Around Vacuum for Long-Term Use

I’ve tested many cordless vacuums that won’t last past their warranty, mainly due to the lack of replacement components, or worse, it’s no longer in production.

It’s refreshing to see a manufacturer dedicated to rectifying these issues by committing to producing high-quality products, high-end performance, and ensuring parts availability.

Lupe is founded on these principles; only time will tell if these will hold up.

Early returns are encouraging, and based on my testing of this product, it appears promising.

The product isn’t perfect and has some areas for improvement, such as filtration and run time, but its overall quality and performance are excellent—one of the best I’ve tested.