Its my new kitchen bestie.

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Cordless vacuums are all the rage, but they are pricey!

And sometimes, it’s not even worth the hefty cost.

an outside view of an Aldi store

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Frustrated, I took to the product’s review section, expressing my disappointment.

Fortunately, the company contacted me directly to offer a refund, hoping I’d give it another try.

I’m glad I waited because, for $29.99, I found theAmbiano Corded Pet Stick Vacuumat ALDI.

ALDI’s Ambiano Corded Pet Stick Vacuum

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I don’t have pets, but its features are perfect for a busy household.

And although this one is corded, it was comparable to theDyson V8but without the eye-watering price tag.

I decided to keep that extra money for something else and picked one up to try.

Why I Love the Ambiano Corded Pet Stick Vacuum

I understand the obsession with cordless vacs.

Waiting two hours for it to charge up usually means I sweep the floors to get it over with.

I’ll choose this Ambiano stick vacuum any day for quick efficiency and precision.

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It’s also versatile.

As I said, I don’t have pets.

But I tried the pet brush attachment on my couch, and it worked like a dream.

If you have fabric dining chairs, this attachment would be very handy.

One of my favorite features is the crevice tool.

This vacuum laughs in the face of such challenges, easily getting into those tight spots.

Lastly, the setup is a breeze.