Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
RYOBI vs Zelmer
Where RYOBI and Zelmer differ
| Compare |  RYOBI |  Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | PBLUV748K, PBLSV747K, PCL704K | ZVC351 Antek, ZSVC912BF PET Pawel, ZSVC510D Piotr |
| Entry price | $43.44 | PLN 349 |
| Flagship price | $399 | PLN 1,199 |
| Mop type | Roller | None |
| Markets | US, AU, CA, MX | PL |
| Runtime | Not confirmed | 55 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | Not confirmed | 800 |
| Warranty | Not confirmed | 2 years |
Same on both: Self-empty dock (No), Obstacle avoidance (None), LiDAR navigation (No), Matter support (No), Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- Products: only Zelmer offers Upright.
- Markets: only RYOBI offers US, AU, CA.
- Markets: only Zelmer offers PL.
Our verdict on each
RYOBI
RYOBI suits households after straightforward stick, wet-dry and handheld floor care rather than robots, and buyers who want a machine without a large outlay. It scores 9.2 overall here, and the range adds a roller mop system and a spare parts shop.
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 | RYOBI | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.7HigherEntry price of $43.44 and a rank of 5 of 65 show a low starting price, with a spare parts shop. | 9.6Entry price ranks 16 out of 65 brands, and the cost score reads 9.6. |
| Offer | 8.7Flagship model costs $399, ranking 25 of 66 against other brands. | 8.7The offer score reads 8.7, with cordless pricing from PLN 349 to a PLN 1,199 flagship. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 9.4Trust score reads 9.4, backed by Eurogama Sp. z o.o. in PL trading since 1951. |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | RYOBI | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Poland |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | RYOBI | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Cordless vacuums | 13 of 38 | 15 of 38 |
Sources behind this comparison
RYOBI
- ryobitools.com: 13 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Zelmer
- zelmer.pl: 18 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | RYOBI | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Stick, Wet dry, Handheld | Stick, Upright, Wet dry, HandheldCovers more |
| Legal entity | TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc. | Eurogama Sp. z o.o. |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Poland |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 1951 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Coffee machines
| Fact | RYOBI | 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 | RYOBI | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | PLN 149 |
| 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 | RYOBI | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking programmes | Not confirmed | 11 |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | RYOBI | Zelmer | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runtime | Not confirmed | 55lowest quarter | 120 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | Not confirmed | 800above the median | 700 |
| Warranty | Not confirmed | 2 yearsat the median | 2 years |
Median across 66 listed brands.
Pros and cons
RYOBI
Pros
- Entry price of $43.44 keeps the starting outlay at the cheap end of the market for stick, wet dry and handheld machines
- Spare parts shop is yes, so replacement parts can be bought directly after the sale
- Mopping runs on a roller system, so wet pickup happens in the same pass
Cons
- Self empty dock is no, so emptying the bin stays a manual job
- Obstacle avoidance is none and Lidar is no, which limits hands-free mapping
- Matter is no, so the tools sit outside the connected home standards common in the category
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
RYOBI
Who it suits
- Renters and homeowners who want a stick, wet-dry and handheld set at a low entry price
- Households in the United States, AU and CA who want a spare parts shop for later repairs
- Buyers who prefer a manual empty and a straightforward cleaning routine
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone set on a robot vacuum with a self empty dock, since self empty dock is no, should look at Ewbank or Philips
- Households that need Matter in the smart home, where Matter is no here, should compare Ewbank instead
- Buyers wanting lidar and camera obstacle avoidance, since Lidar is no and obstacle avoidance is none, are better served by Philips or Daewoo Electricals
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.
Country by country
| Country | RYOBI | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | No | Yes |
Questions about each
RYOBI
How much does RYOBI floor care cost at the start?+
Entry price is $43.44, a low starting point for the range. That figure ranks 5 among 65 brands tracked on price at entry, placing it towards the cheaper end of the market. The reference models PBLUV748K, PBLSV747K, PCL704K cover the formats listed for the brand.
What does the top of the RYOBI range cost?+
The flagship model carries a price of $399, and it is a manual stick, wet-dry or handheld machine rather than a robot. On price for the flagship, that figure ranks 25 of 66 brands tracked, so the top of the range sits lower in the market than brands whose priciest models are docked robots.
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.