Vax Air Stretch Pet Max Corded Upright Vacuum Cleaner

At a glance

The Vax Air Stretch Pet Max Corded Upright Vacuum Cleaner (model U85-AS-Pme) is a corded, bagless upright vacuum aimed at pet owners and allergy sufferers on a budget. It runs from the mains rather than a battery, uses a 1.5-litre dust bin, and includes a washable HEPA filter. At the time of research it was priced at £79.99 through Marks Electrical.

This review is based on the manufacturer's published specification and retailer listings, not on hands-on testing by WhichVacuum.

Vax Air Stretch Pet Max price

The Vax Air Stretch Pet Max Corded Upright Vacuum Cleaner price was £79.99 (GBP) at Marks Electrical, where stock was marked as low at the time of research. current price and stock directly with the retailer before buying, as both can change.

Vax Air Stretch Pet Max specs

Spec	Detail
Power input	820W (corded, mains powered)
Capacity	1.5L bagless dust bin
Filtration	HEPA, washable
Weight	4.9kg
Dimensions	310 x 305 x 1,100mm
Noise level	80dB
Cable length	13m
Hose length	3.6m stretch hose
Warranty	1 year standard

Vax has not published a maximum suction figure in kPa, an airflow figure in m³/min, or separate suction wattage for different power modes — only the 820W power input is documented, so this model can't be compared on those specific figures against vacuums that do list them.

Filtration and pet hair

The washable HEPA filter and multi-cyclonic system are aimed at homes with pets or allergy sufferers. Vax's own materials describe "no loss of suction" as the bin fills — a manufacturer claim rather than an independently tested figure. The vacuum is rated for carpet, hard floor, upholstery and general multi-surface use.

Weight, reach and handheld tools

At 4.9kg it sits in the standard weight band for upright vacuums — heavier than a typical cordless stick, but manageable for most users, especially once the handheld unit is detached for stairs or upholstery. Combined with the 13m cable and stretch hose, Vax quotes a total reach of around 17m. The bundle includes a turbo tool and a 3-in-1 crevice, upholstery and dusting tool.

What it doesn't have

This model is corded only, with no battery or cordless mode. It has no self-emptying dock and isn't app-controlled. Anyone wanting those features will need a different Vax model or another brand.

Warranty

Standard cover is 1 year. Vax offers a free extension to 6 years' total coverage if the product is registered at vax.co.uk within 3 months of purchase. the current terms of this offer directly with Vax, as registration schemes can change.

Customer ratings from retailers

Marks Electrical listed an average of 4.5 out of 5 from 3,966 reviews, and a Currys/Feefo listing showed 4.7 out of 5 from 2,228 reviews at the time this data was gathered. These are retailer-reported ratings, not WhichVacuum's own assessment, and the figures may have moved since. current ratings on the retailer's own site before relying on them.

Is the Vax Air Stretch Pet Max right for you?

This upright suits shoppers who want a low-cost, corded machine with HEPA filtration and pet-focused features, and who don't mind emptying a 1.5L bin regularly or staying tethered to a mains socket. It's not a fit if you need cordless freedom, a self-emptying dock, or app control. For those, compare other Vax vacuum cleaners or browse other upright vacuums to see models with those features.