# Handheld Wireless Vacuums The Kobold VC100 is a Compact Carpet Cleaner By Wes Walcott | Published 2012-09-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kobold-vc100 References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5944643/when-did-handheld-vacuums-get-so-beautiful) & [shop.vorwerk](http://shop.vorwerk.com/kobold_de/akkusauger/vc100-akkusauger.html) With a distinct [minimalistic design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-vacuum-concept), the battery-powered Kobold VC100 from Vorwerk is an elegant [portable vacuum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roborock-f25-gt) for aesthetically minded clean freaks. Designers at Vorwerk chose durable, high-quality materials for construction so the vacuum is not only reliable but can easily withstand everyday use. There's also a special increased-suction function that comes in handy when cleaning hard-to-reach areas like wall corners and air vents. Just don't use the setting too often or you might find yourself having to charge the vacuum a lot sooner than if you were just using normal suction power. [Pet hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xforce-flex-1560) and Cheeto crumbs better beware, they won't stand a chance against you as long as you've got the Kobold VC100 in your cleaning arsenal. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Compact Vacuum Cleaners:** The trend of developing portable, handheld vacuums such as the Kobold VC100 is disrupting the traditional bulky vacuum market - **Increased-suction Technology:** Manufacturers are leveraging technology to create vacuums with a special increased-suction function for efficient cleaning in hard-to-reach areas - **Aesthetically-minded Cleaning Tools:** The rise of aesthetically-designed cleaning tools is offering consumers a way to incorporate function with style in their homes ### Where This Applies - **Home Appliance:** Companies in the home appliance industry can capitalize on the trend of compact, handheld vacuums by producing their own innovative products - **Smart Technology:** The development of increased-suction technology in vacuums provides opportunities for companies in the smart technology industry, with the potential for integration with existing home automation systems - **Design and Aesthetics:** The demand for aesthetically-minded cleaning tools creates opportunities for companies in the design and aesthetics industry to collaborate with manufacturers in producing stylish cleaning products ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight Handheld Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brigii-mx20.md) - [User-Friendly Cordless Vacuum Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aero-cordless-vacuum-cleaner.md) - [Sleek Mini Car Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-car-vacuum.md) - [Pet-Specific Handheld Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdecker-furbuster.md) - [Handheld Pet Fur Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ofuzzi-h8-apex.md) - [Portable Gadget Vacuum Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poshi.md) - [Motorized Cordless Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blitz-v8.md) - [Hybrid Wet-Dry Vacuum Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wetdry-vacuum-cleaner.md) - [Campsite-Friendly Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coleman-onesource-travel-vacuum.md)