Morphy Richards Supervac Cordless Hoovers: Which to Buy
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Morphy Richards' Supervac cordless hoovers are budget-to-mid-price sticks that are light, easy to use and widely sold on the high street. They're fine for flats and quick daily cleans. On carpets, pet hair and long-term parts support they fall behind Vax and Shark at similar prices, so buy one when it's clearly cheaper than those.
Quick answer: The Supervac Sleek Power+ (731007 family) is the most sensible Morphy Richards cordless for most people. It's light, converts to a handheld and has a removable battery. Avoid paying near-£200 for any Supervac. At that price a Vax ONEPWR or entry Shark is the better buy.
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The Supervac range at a glance
Morphy Richards is a long-standing British small-appliance brand, better known for kettles, toasters and irons than for floorcare. Its "Supervac" name covers all its cordless sticks. Older models stay on sale for a long time, so you'll often see several generations side by side at Argos, Amazon and supermarkets.
| Model (example code) | Type | Best for | Typical price band |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supervac Sleek Power+ (731007) | 3-in-1 stick/handheld, 22.2V | Flats, everyday tidy-ups | £80–£150 |
| Supervac 2-in-1 (732102) | 2-in-1 stick | Hard floors, small homes | £70–£130 |
| Supervac Deluxe 3-in-1 (734055) | 18V stick | Budget buyers, light use | £60–£110 |
| Supervac Sleek Pro (734000, older) | Slim stick | Only if heavily discounted | Discontinued; old stock |
Price bands are typical, not live. Morphy Richards' prices vary a lot between retailers, so compare the exact model code rather than the name.
How Morphy Richards' range works
The Supervac names describe the format rather than a performance tier:
- 2-in-1: a stick with a built-in handheld you can lift out.
- 3-in-1: stick, handheld and an "extended reach" mode (handheld plus wand) for cobwebs and stairs.
- Sleek / Power / Pro / Deluxe: marketing labels. Compare battery voltage (18V vs 22.2V), bin size (roughly 0.5–0.7L) and whether the battery comes out.
Morphy Richards claims runtimes of up to 40–50 minutes for some models, but those figures are for the lowest power setting. With the powered floor head on maximum, expect far less. Read our battery life guide for typical real-world gaps.
Strengths and limits
Where Supervacs do well
- Weight: around 2–2.5kg, so easy for stairs, older users and small storage spaces.
- Price and availability: often available at Argos, supermarkets and Amazon with frequent discounts.
- Handheld mode: handy for car seats and sofas.
Where they fall short
- Carpet cleaning: lower suction and simpler brush rolls mean they lift less from mid and deep-pile carpet than a Vax Blade or Shark.
- Hair wrap: no anti-tangle system, so plan on cutting hair off the roller regularly. See brush roll cleaning.
- Bins: small, so expect to empty them mid-clean in pet homes.
- Spares: filters are easy to find, batteries less so for older models.
Recommended Morphy Richards models
Morphy Richards Supervac Sleek Power+ (731007)
The best balance in the range. It has a 22.2V removable battery, claimed runtime of up to around 40 minutes on low, three modes for floors, stairs and cobwebs, and weighs about 2.3kg. It's an easy everyday hoover for a flat or a light-use second machine. Buy it when it's well under the price of an entry Vax.
- Light and versatile
- Removable battery
- Modest on thick carpet
- Small 0.7L bin
Morphy Richards Supervac 2-in-1 (732102)
A simple, cheaper stick that suits mostly hard-floor homes. Morphy Richards quotes up to around 50 minutes on low or around 24 minutes on full power. That full-power figure is more honest than most budget claims. Compare it with our hard-floor picks.
- Cheap
- Decent runtime for the money
- Not for carpet-heavy homes
- Basic filtration
Morphy Richards vs Vax, Shark and budget rivals
| At around… | Morphy Richards | Usually better alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Under £100 | Supervac 2-in-1 / Sleek Power+ on offer | Comparable to Beldray and Russell Hobbs |
| £100–£150 | Sleek Power+ at full price | Discounted Vax ONEPWR or Gtech HyLite |
| £150+ | Not recommended | Shark Anti Hair Wrap, Vax Blade (see under £200) |
Getting the most from a Supervac
Budget sticks lose performance faster than premium ones when they're not looked after, so a few habits make a big difference:
- Empty the bin at half full. Small bins clog the cyclone quickly, and suction drops well before the bin looks full.
- Wash the filter monthly and let it dry fully for 24 hours. A damp filter smells and restricts airflow.
- Use the lower power setting on hard floors. Save the higher setting for rugs and you'll get closer to the claimed runtime.
- Store it indoors. Lithium batteries age faster in cold garages and hot conservatories. See how to store a cordless hoover.
Reliability, parts and warranty
Morphy Richards has typically offered a 2-year guarantee on floorcare, sometimes extended when you register. Check the terms for your model. Replacement filters are cheap and widely stocked. Owners most often report gradual battery fade and clogged filters causing pulsing, and both are covered in our losing suction guide. Keep the receipt: the Consumer Rights Act 2015 gives you rights against the retailer regardless of the guarantee.
Where to buy
Argos, Amazon, Robert Dyas, supermarkets and Morphy Richards' own site carry the Supervac range. Older models like the Sleek Pro still turn up as end-of-line stock. They're only worth it at a clear discount, and check battery availability first.
FAQs
Is Morphy Richards Supervac any good?
It's a good light-duty cordless for flats and quick daily cleans. It isn't strong enough to be the only hoover in a carpeted family home with pets.
Can I replace a Supervac battery?
On models with a removable pack, such as the Sleek Power+, yes, if spares are in stock. Check before you buy, as older models' batteries can be hard to find.
Why does my Supervac keep cutting out?
Usually a blocked filter, a full bin or a hair-wrapped roller causing an overload, or a battery near the end of its life. Clean the filter and roller first.
Is a Supervac good for stairs?
Yes, it's one of the better uses for it. At around 2–2.5kg it's light, and the handheld and extended-reach modes get into stair corners easily. See our stair technique guide.