Rowenta continues to renew its line of stick vacuum cleaners, and the new Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60 is a magnificent example of the know-how of the European brand.
Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60 | |
2 in 1 toy | Yes |
Autonomy (min) | 45 |
Noise (decibels) | 82 |
Weight (kg) | 2,99 |
LED lights | Yes |
High efficiency filter | Yes |
Deposit (ml) | 900 |
Speeds | 3 |
Suction power (watts) | 130 |
Assessment | 97 |
La Rowenta brand leads more than a century manufacturing functional and quality products. Founded in Germany in 1884 by Robert Weintraud, in 1909 it acquired its current name, inspired by that of its founder.
Rowenta is one of the leading manufacturers of household appliances worldwide, with a notable presence in the field of home vacuuming. It is currently integrated into the French group SEB, which brings together other well-known brands, such as Krups, Tefal or Moulinex.
In the segment of stick vacuum cleaners it has been one of the leaders for years., first, with its famous brooms with triangular delta heads, and now with its Flex range, which thanks to its flexibility allows you to reach places where others cannot.
After the success achieved by its range Air Force Flex, The brand renews its proposal with the X-Force Flex, where the X refers to Cleaning Xperience, the best cleaning experience you will enjoy, hand in hand with this new generation of devices.
Do you want to know more details about this interesting model? We tell you about them in this in-depth review.
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Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60. Our assessment
The Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60 has obtained a rating of 97 points out of 100. It is a powerful new generation stick vacuum cleaner, with a powerful Digital Force engine which provides extraordinary performance on all types of surfaces.
It has a modern and technological design, with a nice color combination, control screen, Deep Power Led vision system and of course, a flexible tube that allows you to go much further; In addition, it includes a excellent filtration system, the result of the brand's experience in the vacuum field. And as always, with Rowenta quality.
Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60 Animal Care and X-Force Flex 11.60 Aqua
As is usual in this type of device, there are several versions, which are distinguished by the equipment and in the case of Rowenta, by the color:
Box contents
Start up
As is usual in this type of devices, the vacuum cleaner comes partially charged, although a full charge is recommended before using it for the first time.
Its 7-cell, 25,2V lithium battery It has one of the fastest charges on the market, with only 3 hours; As usual, it has light indicators to show the charge level.
Provides a good autonomy, up to 45 minutes, and it is also removable, which provides the advantage that you can have a spare one to double the autonomy, or replace it if necessary, extending the useful life of the device.
El Rowenta's commitment to sustainability ensures that the product will be repairable for at least 10 years at a minimum cost, for which there will be the necessary spare parts. A clear commitment by the European manufacturer to ecology.
The various accessories They fit in and out in a very simple and intuitive way., you simply have to fit them until you hear a click or press the corresponding button to release them.
Operation of the Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60
Rowenta's new generation of versatile all-in-one vacuum cleaners are loaded with technology. In the case of the X-Force Flex 11.60, it is equipped with a new generation Digital Force digital motor that rotates at very high revolutions and optimizes air flow automatically thanks to its aerodynamic blades.
The suction power of the Rowenta x-Force Flex 11.60 reaches 130 air watts (aW), placing it at the same level as some of the best-selling broom vacuum cleaners on the market, achieving excellent results on all types of surfaces.
The digital engine provides other added advantages, since Being brushless, friction is minimized, thereby reducing noise and extending useful life..
The good performance of this stick vacuum cleaner also contributes to its cyclonic technology, which separates solid particles from the air flow, allowing Maintain suction capacity as reservoir fills.
Its modern brush also provides optimal results, based on all of Rowenta's experience in the field of vacuuming, with a studied design that reduces tangles, and that allows you to effectively trap all types of dirt, fine dust, hair, lint or coarse particles.
Brush detail
The Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60 has three cleaning modes and one control screen through which you can see in a very simple way the power used and the autonomy of the device, which will allow you to achieve the perfect balance when cleaning.
The 25,2 V lithium battery provides an autonomy of 45 minutes, and is easily removable, so if you wish you can purchase a replacement and double this time (or replace it if necessary).
Removable battery
In any case, it must be taken into account that Cleaning with a cordless vacuum cleaner is very fast, several square meters per minute, much more agile than with a corded vacuum cleaner, thanks to its lightness and the freedom provided by the absence of cables, so its autonomy is sufficient to clean medium or even large-sized homes.
The filtering system is another of the highlights of this machine, which also benefits from Rowenta's experience in this field.
The cyclonic technology itself, together with its high efficiency filter, achieves a 99,9% effective in capturing microparticles, returning cleaner air, so it is very interesting for people with some type of respiratory or allergic problem, and for homes with pets.
The Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60 is a 3-in-1 vacuum cleaner, with high versatility. Can be used as broom to clean the floors, to clean the roofs (thanks to its high power and the stick-type design, which concentrates the weight on the handle) and as a handheld vacuum cleaner, to clean furniture, shelves, countertops, upholstery or the interior of the car, providing a comprehensive cleaning solution.
Ergonomics and ease of use
This stick vacuum cleaner is robust and functional, like all the brand's devices. Its weight is around 3 kilograms, similar to that of a Dyson V11, and has good maneuverability, making it easy to handle.
The brand has incorporated the Stop&Go position for this range of products, so that the broom can be left standing without needing to have it leaning on the wall (as usually happens in stick-type broom vacuum cleaners), which provides more comfort when taking a break.
The design of its trigger incorporates the Boost function, patented by Rowenta, to activate maximum power mode comfortably and only when desired, so that the best result combined with the greatest autonomy is achieved.
Su Deep Power LED Vision head It integrates two sets of lights on the sides, which provide good lighting, making it perfect when it comes to cleaning under furniture or beds.
Su large tank, 0,9 liters, allows you to clean a medium-sized home several times, reducing the frequency of emptying (a process that, on the other hand, is very easy and comfortable, without having to remove the tube).
Maintenance of the X-Force Flex is also very simple; Both the dirt tank and the filter are washable with water, providing greater comfort and hygiene.
Flexibility
As is usual in this type of vacuum cleaners, It has high flexibility in the head, both horizontally and vertically., which makes it easier to work in complex spaces, such as around the legs of chairs or tables.
The X-Force Flex range, like the Air Force Flex of the same brand, is characterized by the flexibility of its central tube, which allows you to reach up to 4 times further than with a normal stick vacuum cleaner., reaching areas that with others would be very difficult or directly impossible, and in any case, in a much more comfortable way, without having to bend down.
Accessories
The Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60 Animal Care has a very complete equipment, which allows it to be used as the only alternative for complete cleaning of the house and car, since, in addition to its main head, it includes:
Scrub
If you are looking for the most complete cleaning, the brand has the Aqua Head head, compatible with several of its models, which allows you to scrub and vacuum at the same time, and can be purchased separately, although if you are interested, it is included as standard in the Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60 Aqua.
Detail of the Aqua Head head
Thanks to the Aqua Head, you can scrub and vacuum at the same time with a single device, achieving a more complete cleaning and saving time, money and storage space.
In addition, the possibility of scrubbing and vacuuming at the same time gives you facilitates cleaning in certain cases where vacuuming is not possible, since the dirt is mixed with liquid.
The X-Force 11.60 Aqua includes two types of mop, a soft one, with blue and white stripes, for light dirt or more delicate surfaces, and another with gray stripes, for more difficult or stuck-on dirt.
You can add a floor cleaner to the water. (non-abrasive and non-foaming), for superior cleaning and a scented environment.
Advantages of the Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60
It's a Rowenta
The German brand is one of the main vacuum cleaner manufacturers worldwide, and the X-Force Flex 11.60 is a magnificent exponent of the experience accumulated by the brand in this ambit.
Power
Its Digital Force engine provides you with large suction capacity, which allows it to trap dirt very effectively on all types of surfaces and situations.
Flexibility
With the X-Force Flex range, Rowenta has opted for efficiency and comfort; Its articulated tube allows you to reach up to 4X further than other vacuum cleaners, and also do it in a much more comfortable way.
Versatility
This wireless vacuum cleaner has very complete equipment, which makes it a 360º cleaning solution for the home (floors, ceilings and high areas, furniture and upholstery, etc.) and for the interior of the vehicle.
LED lights
The Deep Power LED Vision head allows see dirt better, both in dark or low-light areas and in general, helping us achieve better cleaning.
Filtered out
Applying Rowenta's experience in the world of vacuuming, the X-Force 11.60 achieves a great filtering efficiency, 99,9%, achieving a cleaner environment; For added convenience, the filter can be washed with water.
Stop & Go
This vacuum cleaner includes Stop&Go technology. The head and tube of the vacuum cleaner can stand upright without needing to be leaned on the wall, allowing greater comfort when taking a break.
Trigger with Boost function
The trigger design, patented by Rowenta, allows you to control the power of the machine in a simple way; Turbo will only activate while it is pressed, saving battery without giving up power.
Suitable for homes with pets
The high power, its wide variety of accessories, including a mini electric brush and an excellent filtering system They make this Rowenta a very interesting device for homes with animals.
Scrub
The possibility of vacuuming and mopping at the same time, incorporating the Aqua Head head (which in the Aqua version, in blue, comes standard), makes this vacuum cleaner a more complete cleaning solution, saving time and money.
Why buy a Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60
If you want a complete and powerful device, with great versatility and super complete equipment, belonging to one of the world's leading brands.
If you want a robust and well-built vacuum cleaner, easy to use, thanks to aspects such as flexibility, LED lights or the Stop&Go position. If you want a model with an excellent filtering system, which also includes the scrubbing capacityFor a more complete cleaning, the Rowenta X-Force Flex 11.60 may be the device you are looking for.
Other Rowenta stick vacuum cleaners
Rowenta is one of the leading brands both in vacuuming in general and in the stick vacuum cleaner segment. Devices such as the very powerful Air Force Flex 760 are very interesting, which reaches a suction power of 180 watts, similar to that of a Dyson 11, and with the launch of the X-Force range it is very well priced.
You can also take a look at the X-Force Flex 8.50 Aqua, a model capable of vacuuming and scrubbing at the same time, at a very reasonable price.
If you want to know other flexible broom vacuum cleaners, with articulated tube, we invite you to visit our reviews:
