Electrolux Ultimate 800 Cordless Stick Vacuum EP81U25ULT
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The EP81U25ULT's headline numbers are inconsistent in a telling way: up to 35 minutes on the lowest setting sounds fine, but that collapses to just 6 minutes with the motorised brush on Turbo, which is the mode most people actually need for carpets and pet hair. That makes it a harder sell for bigger or heavily-carpeted homes than the runtime figure alone suggests. It's currently only confirmed as clearance stock at a single Finnish retailer, so UK buyers have no verified local price and should treat this as a low-priority option until that changes.
Specifications
| Type | Cordless Stick Vacuum |
|---|---|
| Power source | Cordless (Battery) |
| Battery voltage | 25.2V |
| Weight | 2.9kg |
| Capacity | 0.4L |
| Noise level | 79dB |
| Runtime | 35 min |
| Battery capacity | 2.5Ah |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Colour | Bronze |
| Bagless | Yes |
| Washable filter | Yes |
| App-controlled | No |
| Self-emptying dock | No |
| 2-in-1 mop & vacuum | No |
| Wet & dry capable | No |
| Surface compatibility | carpet, hard-floor, multi-surface |
| Best for | pet-hair, carpet, hardwood-floors, multi-surface |
This review is based on verified specification and pricing data rather than hands-on testing. The figures below come from official product listings and retailer spec sheets found for this exact model, the Electrolux Ultimate 800 EP81U25ULT.
Electrolux Ultimate 800 EP81U25ULT price and availability
The only verified price for this model is EUR 549.99, sourced from a single Finnish retailer (Verkkokauppa.com), where it was listed as discontinued/clearance stock at the time of research. That figure is in euros, not pounds, and no UK-specific price or stock status for this exact SKU was confirmed in the source data, so any UK listing price should be checked separately.
Despite the clearance status at that one retailer, the Ultimate 800 EP81U25ULT also appeared as an actively listed product on Electrolux's own Polish site and at several other Nordic retailers, plus UK, Spanish and Dutch Amazon marketplace listings, which suggests it may still be available through some channels even where individual retailers have run out of stock.
Key specs at a glance
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2.9kg total (1.7kg for the handheld unit alone) |
| Dust capacity | 0.4L bagless cyclonic container |
| Runtime | Up to 35 minutes on the lowest power setting; around 6 minutes on Turbo |
| Charge time | 150 minutes (2.5 hours) |
| Battery | 25.2V Li-ion, 2.5Ah |
| Power / suction | 153W (combined power-input and max-suction figure; no separate sealed-suction or airflow figure was found) |
| Noise level | 79dB |
| Filtration | 5-step system with washable filter |
| Warranty | 2 years (Electrolux's standard policy) |
| Colour | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 250 x 250 x 1150mm |
Design and features
The EP81U25ULT is a bagless cyclonic stick vacuum that converts into a handheld unit for above-floor cleaning. It ships with a PetPro+ motorised brush head, a PowerPro hard-floor nozzle, a 2-in-1 crevice/upholstery tool, a wall-mounted charging station and a telescopic tube.
Other features include AutoMode, which is described as automatically adjusting suction to the floor type, three manual power modes (Eco, Mid, Turbo) alongside an automatic SMART mode, LED headlights on the brush nozzle, tangle-detection sensors on the brush roll, and a magnetic, washable dust container designed for one-touch emptying. A filter-change indicator light is also included.
The model is not app-controlled and does not include a self-emptying dock, so all emptying and maintenance is manual.
Runtime and battery life
Official spec data and a corroborating instruction-manual listing put runtime at up to 35 minutes on the lowest power setting, dropping to around 6 minutes on the highest (Turbo) setting. A full charge takes 150 minutes.
Separately, an Amazon UK/Spain listing title advertises 'up to 60 minutes' or '1 Hour Maximum Battery Life'. This figure was not corroborated by any technical spec source, so it has not been used as a verified runtime here; it may relate to a different mode or accessory configuration.
Filtration and cleaning performance
Electrolux describes a 5-step filtration system with a washable filter for this model. None of the sources reviewed used HEPA certification language for the EP81U25ULT specifically, so it should not be assumed to be HEPA-rated. The dust container has a modest 0.4L capacity, which is on the smaller side for a stick vacuum and will likely need emptying more often than larger-capacity models, particularly on carpet-heavy or pet-hair-heavy floors.
Warranty and support
The model carries Electrolux's standard 2-year EU consumer warranty. No SKU-specific warranty registration page naming the EP81U25ULT directly was found, so this reflects Electrolux's general stated policy rather than documentation confirmed for this exact model.
Is the Electrolux Ultimate 800 EP81U25ULT right for you?
This is a mid-weight (2.9kg), multi-surface cordless stick vacuum with pet-hair-oriented accessories, a washable filter, and handheld conversion for stairs and upholstery. It suits buyers who want a straightforward stick vacuum without app control or automatic emptying, and who don't need a very large dust capacity between empties.
It may not suit buyers who want a confirmed HEPA-rated filter, a self-emptying dock, wet-and-dry cleaning, or a runtime beyond roughly 35 minutes on the lowest setting. Given the unclear UK price and stock position for this specific SKU, it's worth confirming current UK availability directly with a retailer before deciding.
If this model isn't a fit, you can compare other Electrolux vacuum cleaners or browse other cordless stick vacuums to see alternatives with different capacities, runtimes or filtration specs.
Does the Electrolux Ultimate 800 EP81U25ULT have a HEPA filter?
The source data describes a 5-step filtration system with a washable filter but does not use HEPA certification language for this specific model, so a HEPA rating is not confirmed. The washable design means no ongoing filter-replacement costs, and it pairs with a magnetic, washable 0.4L dust container built for one-touch emptying. A filter-change indicator light is also included to flag when maintenance is due. Since HEPA status isn't confirmed for this exact SKU, allergy-focused buyers should compare other Electrolux cordless stick vacuums or confirm directly with Electrolux before assuming this model meets certified allergen-filtration standards.
How long does the Electrolux Ultimate 800 EP81U25ULT run on a charge?
Verified spec data states up to 35 minutes on the lowest power setting and around 6 minutes on the highest (Turbo) setting. A separate marketing listing claims up to 60 minutes, but this was not corroborated by technical spec sources. A full recharge takes 150 minutes (2.5 hours) on the 25.2V, 2.5Ah Li-ion battery. That steep drop between Eco and Turbo modes matters most for carpet-heavy or pet-hair-heavy homes, since the motorised PetPro+ brush draws the most power on Turbo. At 2.9kg total weight, the vacuum stays manageable to carry through a full session regardless of which mode you're running.
Is the Electrolux Ultimate 800 EP81U25ULT available to buy in the UK?
The verified price (EUR 549.99) and stock status come from a Finnish retailer that listed the model as discontinued/clearance stock. UK-specific pricing and availability were not confirmed in the source data, though UK Amazon listings for the model have been found. The model also appeared as an actively listed product on Electrolux's own Polish site and at several other Nordic retailers, suggesting it may still be available through some channels even where individual retailers have run out. Given the unclear UK price and stock position, and the standard 2-year Electrolux warranty that applies wherever it's sold, it's worth confirming current UK availability directly with a retailer before deciding.
What is the warranty on the Electrolux Ultimate 800 EP81U25ULT?
It carries Electrolux's standard 2-year EU consumer warranty, though no SKU-specific warranty document naming this exact model was found. That standard cover applies regardless of which retailer you buy from, whether that's the verified EUR 549.99 clearance listing from a Finnish retailer or one of the other EU or Nordic retailers where the model still appears active. Given that UK-specific pricing and stock for this exact SKU aren't confirmed, it's worth checking both the current price and whether the same 2-year warranty terms apply to a UK purchase before buying.
How much does the dust container hold?
The bagless cyclonic dust container holds 0.4 litres. That's on the smaller side for a stick vacuum, so it will likely need emptying more often than larger-capacity models, particularly on carpet-heavy or pet-hair-heavy floors where the PetPro+ motorised brush is picking up more debris. The container is designed for one-touch, magnetic emptying, which helps offset the frequency, and it's paired with a 5-step washable filtration system rather than a disposable filter. There's no self-emptying dock on this model, so every emptying trip during the 35-minute (lowest setting) to 6-minute (Turbo) runtime range is manual.
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