Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
Hoover vs Zelmer
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Hoover |  Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | HG4, HG2 Hydro TurboSlim, HG2 Hydro ProTurboSlim | ZVC351 Antek, ZSVC912BF PET Pawel, ZSVC510D Piotr |
| Entry price | £64.99 | PLN 349 |
| Flagship price | £319.99 | PLN 1,199 |
| Self-empty dock | YesHas it | No |
| Mop type | Pad | None |
| LiDAR navigation | YesHas it | No |
| Runtime | 160Higher | 55 |
| Warranty | 1 to 5 yearsHigher | 2 years |
| Markets | GB | PL |
| Top suction (Pa) | 5,000 | Not confirmed |
| Height (cm) | 8.3 | Not confirmed |
| Matter support | Not confirmed | No |
Same on both: Obstacle avoidance (None), Dust bin capacity (ml) (800), Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- Hoover scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.2.
- Self-empty dock: only Hoover.
- LiDAR navigation: only Hoover.
- Runtime is higher at Hoover: 160 vs 55.
- Warranty is higher at Hoover: 1 to 5 years vs 2 years.
- Support channels: only Hoover offers Chat.
- Founded is lower at Hoover: 1908 vs 1951.
- Products: only Hoover offers Robot vacuum.
- Markets: only Hoover offers GB.
- Markets: only Zelmer offers PL.
Our verdict on each
Hoover
Hoover suits UK buyers who want a full floor-care and cooking range in one place, backed by a Haier legal entity and long parts availability. Its entry vacuum price of £64.99 sits well inside the category, while the flagship reaches £319.99 with lidar and a self-empty dock.
Zelmer
Zelmer is a fair pick for Polish households who want plain cordless floor care at an entry price of PLN 349 and a flagship of PLN 1,199. It suits buyers who mop separately and empty the bin by hand, and less suits anyone chasing dock automation or Matter.
Score breakdown
| Area | Hoover | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.5Entry price £64.99 is competitive, and the flagship holds at £319.99. | 9.6HigherEntry price ranks 16 out of 65 brands, and the cost score reads 9.6. |
| Offer | 9.2HigherSpare parts shop plus 10 years of parts, with vacuum warranty of 1 to 5 years. | 8.7The offer score reads 8.7, with cordless pricing from PLN 349 to a PLN 1,199 flagship. |
| Trust | 9.8HigherBacked by Haier Smart Home UK&I Ltd, founded 1908, support across email, chat and phone. | 9.4Trust score reads 9.4, backed by Eurogama Sp. z o.o. in PL trading since 1951. |
By the numbers
| Fact | Hoover | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Runtime | 160 | 55 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | 800 | 800 |
| Warranty | 1 to 5 years | 2 years |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Hoover | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Cordless vacuums | 7 of 38 | 15 of 38 |
Sources behind this comparison
Hoover
- hoover-home.com: 19 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Zelmer
- zelmer.pl: 18 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Hoover | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Robot vacuum, Stick, Upright, Wet dry, HandheldCovers more | Stick, Upright, Wet dry, Handheld |
| Legal entity | Haier Smart Home UK&I Ltd | Eurogama Sp. z o.o. |
| Headquarters | United Kingdom | Poland |
| Founded | 1908Lower | 1951 |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centreCovers more | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Home appliances
| Fact | Hoover | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | £119 | PLN 149 |
| Energy class | A | Not confirmed |
| Annual energy use (kWh) | 40 | Not confirmed |
| Capacity | 9 kg | Not confirmed |
| Dimensions | 59.5x52.1x85 | Not confirmed |
| Spare parts period | 10 years | Not confirmed |
| Installation offered | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Installation fee | £20 to £99 | Not confirmed |
| Mobile app | Yes | Not confirmed |
Coffee machines
| Fact | Hoover | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Machine types | Not confirmed | Espresso, Bean to cup, Drip, Grinder |
| Pump pressure (bar) | Not confirmed | 20 |
| Built-in grinder | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Milk system | Not confirmed | Steam wand |
| Boiler type | Not confirmed | Thermoblock |
| Pod system | Not confirmed | None |
| Capacity (l) | Not confirmed | 9 |
| Power (W) | Not confirmed | 1,700 |
Air treatment
| Fact | Hoover | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) | Not confirmed | 140 |
| Room size (m²) | Not confirmed | 10 to 15 |
| Filter types | Not confirmed | Hepa h13, Carbon, Ioniser |
| Quietest noise level (dB) | Not confirmed | 30 |
| Power use (W) | Not confirmed | 35 |
Kitchen appliances
| Fact | Hoover | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking programmes | Not confirmed | 11 |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Hoover | Zelmer | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top suction (Pa) | 5,000lowest quarter | Not confirmed | 15,000 |
| Runtime | 160above the median | 55lowest quarter | 120 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | 800above the median | 800above the median | 700 |
| Height (cm) | 8.3lowest quarter | Not confirmed | 9.8 |
| Warranty | 1 to 5 yearshighest quarter | 2 yearsat the median | 2 |
Median across 66 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Hoover
Pros
- Entry price of £64.99 places Hoover near the front of the field on price at entry, and the flagship adds lidar and a self-empty dock.
- The range covers robot vacuum, stick and upright, so a single brand covers robot, stick, upright, wet-dry and handheld cleaning.
- Support runs on email, chat and phone, and a spare parts shop plus 10 years of parts cover keeps machines in service.
Cons
- Suction of 5,000 Pa sits below a category median of 15,000 Pa, so deep carpet pile is not the strong suit.
- Obstacle avoidance is listed as none, which leaves cables and clutter to be moved by hand.
- Suction ranks 40 of 46 brands, and the flagship rank is 29 of 66.
Zelmer
Pros
- The flagship cordless stick runs for 55 minutes on a charge, and the Piotr cordless model holds 800 ml of debris between empties.
- A 2 years warranty covers the flagship cordless vacuum, giving buyers a defined period for repairs and replacements.
- A spare parts shop is available, so filters, brushes and bins can be ordered from the brand for the working life of a machine.
Cons
- Self empty dock is not offered in the vacuum range, so the bin is still emptied by hand after each use.
- Lidar is not used on the cordless sticks, which leaves mapping and route detail basic next to robot-first ranges.
- Matter is not supported, so the vacuums cannot join a Matter setup alongside other connected devices.
Who each suits
Hoover
Who it suits
- Households wanting robots, stick, upright, wet-dry and handheld models under one roof
- GB shoppers who prioritise entry price over peak suction
- Buyers who value a spare parts shop and 10 years of parts cover
Who should look elsewhere
- Homes with thick carpet where suction of 5,000 Pa is not enough
- Buyers who want object recognition, since obstacle avoidance is none
- Shoppers outside GB
Zelmer
Who it suits
- Polish households buying a cordless stick or upright who expect phone and email support plus a spare parts shop after the sale.
- Shoppers who mop with a separate appliance, since mopping is listed as none on the cordless line.
- Homes that want long runtime per charge, given the 55-minute rating on the flagship cordless stick.
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers who want a robot vacuum in the same basket, since Hoover covers robot vacuum, stick and upright while the Zelmer range has no robot type.
- Buyers building a one-brand floor-care set that includes a robot, since Daewoo Electricals covers robot vacuum, stick and upright including that type.
- Shoppers who want mopping built into the cordless machine, since Zelmer lists none for mopping and Ewbank at robot vacuum, stick and upright is the nearer match for wet-dry work.
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Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Hoover | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | No | Yes |
| United Kingdom | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Hoover
What does the cheapest Hoover vacuum cost?+
Hoover's vacuum entry price is £64.99, which is well under the site's typical mid-range price of €61.38. At that level the models are compact machines rather than full self-emptying robots. A phone-based tidy-up on hard floors is the realistic target here.
What does the flagship Hoover robot cost?+
The flagship is listed at £319.99 and it is the model that adds a self-empty dock and lidar. Hoover's flagship rank is 29 of 66 brands, so the top of the range is mid-table. Buyers on a tight budget can start much lower with £64.99.
Zelmer
How much does a Zelmer cordless vacuum cost?+
The cordless vacuum range has an entry price of PLN 349, and the flagship cordless stick is listed at PLN 1,199. Those figures mark the low and high ends of what the brand asks for a vacuum. Both are single product prices, so a shopper is weighing the purchase cost rather than a plan that renews.
Which cordless models does Zelmer list?+
The cordless range names ZVC351 Antek, ZSVC912BF PET Pawel, ZSVC510D Piotr as its reference models, covering an upright, a stick aimed at pet hair and a compact stick for smaller spaces. The list is short, so narrowing the choice is easy. Buyers should match the model to floor type and to pet hair rather than to runtime alone, since runtimes differ across the line.
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