MAGIC WANDS

The latest cordless vacuums are strong and sleek.

Miele’s Triflex HX1 cordless vacuum is both powerful and flexible. You can reconfigure the parts, moving the motor to the top or bottom of the wand to suit your preference. It also stands on its own so you can easily move furniture while cleaning. From $799. Miele.

Dyson’s V15 Detect Total Clean cordless vacuum is its most powerful model yet. It uses a precisely angled green laser to spotlight microscopic dust, helping you leave nothing behind. $949. Dyson.