I've FINALLY bought a stick vacuum after months of deliberating! I reviewed lots of brands and it came down to these:
Miele Duoflex cat/dog. £449. 3.1kg,79dB, 2yr warranty, no bags, 55min run time
Henry quick pet. £339. 3.2kg, 77dB, uses bags/pods, 60min run time
I bought Uninell UV5 £117 on amazon (£165 last week), 3kg (I just weighed mine. AI said it weighs 4.5kg- it doesn't!) no bags, 45dB, 65min run time, hair wrap to cope with my hair, lights and stands up on its own. Extension pole to reach the ceiling or for taller people.
I've never owned a stick vacuum, so maybe these features are the norm? I was dubious because I've never heard of this brand. I read that its cheap due to lack of advertising. Time will tell. It only arrived yesterday, but so far, I'm very pleased.