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Your 2020 ultimate guide to home cleaning


BEST VACUUM CLEANERS

There are 1000’s of models of vacuum cleaners out there, so I guess that you are
here to see which of them is best for you. If you need an expert in the cleaning
field, you get one here for free. I’m Jason, and I’ve built this site to help
you get the most suitable vacuum cleaner for you and your home. There is no need
to look any further; I’ve covered here hundreds of models that I reviewed
personally. I’ve spent countless hours testing these products, building
comparison charts, quantifying the pros and cons of each model, marking each
vacuum cleaner with my rate (on a 0-100 scale) based on several characteristics
such as suction power, maneuverability, accessories, and several other things I
find fundamental. Moreover, I do this daily, so rest assured that this is the
most updated and most complete guide to choosing your vacuum cleaner.



Now, let’s not lose any more time and get started. Here is the latest version of
the 2020 comparison chart, containing the best vacuum cleaners and cleaning
systems out there. IMO, this is the single piece of information you’ll need to
make a quick and smart choice when buying a vacuum:



So, what is the best vacuum cleaner? Just the other day, I was reading an
article that was saying people clean on average, around 1-2h per day.
Considering this, I believe every household should be equipped with a device
that enhances this activity. A great vacuum cleaner makes boring activities such
as house cleaning if not pleasant, at least bearable. Anyways, nobody wants to
buy a product that will utterly prove to be not worthy. You can try to search
yourself for all the little things, all the tiny details that fit together into
making a great vacuum cleaner, or you could take my advice and save hours of
unnecessary browsing. Why trust me? Because I like what I do and because I do it
well.



A lot of people waste their money on products they see on TV infomercials. They
buy vacuum cleaners without even looking for a review. Another way of getting a
lousy appliance is by joining an MLM scheme. Even door-to-door salespeople are
not to be trusted, as the quality of the products they are selling is highly
questionable. Just think that all these marketing techniques cost money, money
that you will utterly pay from your pocket. And what is worse, you could end up
with a discontinued old vacuum cleaner that you buy for new. Another danger
consists of purchasing a product from an established US brand that is produced
in China. If there were no quality loss, I wouldn’t mind this practice, but in
most cases, you will get an inferior product.  Although there is a feeling of
frustration that gets to you when clicking on Google results, online media is
cheap (almost free, I might say), and in the case of this site, sincere.


WHY I’VE BUILT THIS SITE

You now may think: “This guy is crazy! Who in his right mind would focus on
becoming an expert in vacuums?” It may be so, but remember, I do not sell any of
these products, nor do I have any affiliation with any vacuum cleaner producer.
So what does that make me? An impartial entity that you can trust. And boy, I’ve
done the hard work for you. You’ll find on this site the most bought and the
best-rated vacuum cleaners classified by type, price tag, filtering options,
lifetime estimates, warranty time frame, and so on. I’ve chosen to give most of
my reviews for Amazon products, since this company is the number one online
retailer, selling appliances since 1998. Most importantly, you can find on this
site the most extensive selection of vacuum cleaners. There are thousands of
models available to be shipped immediately.

Another thing to remember: I do not do only product reviews. Product reviews are
not even the most interesting thing that is happening here. Think of this site
as a domestic cleaning portal. You can find here definitive guides for virtually
any cleaning aspect, how-to articles, interviews with cleaning experts or
cleaning companies, round-ups, and monthly giveaways. I talk about brands, I
talk about accessories, detergents, cleaning hacks and so on. All under one
roof: VacuumsGuide.com.



See Related Article: Best Ash Vacuum for 2020

My rating system

I give marks to vacuum cleaners from 0 to 100. Here are the main variables that
I take into account when rating a vacuum cleaner:

 * Suction power
 * Input power
 * Dust capacity
 * Filtration system efficiency
 * Weight and dimensions
 * Warranty
 * Accessories
 * Special features (cordless, bagless)
 * Usability
 * Price

Naturally, handheld, hybrid, and robotic vacs have much smaller grades, but I am
using a compensation factor to establish the real value of their grade on a
0-100 scale.


STILL UNSURE WHICH VACUUM CLEANER TO BUY?

As you may already know, price isn’t everything. Unless you’re a rock star,
you’ll make your choice based on your budget. But just before you rush into
things, hear me out for a few seconds. The most expensive vacuum cleaner is not
necessarily the best, nor the best for you, for that matter. The latest advances
in materials and the continuous design improvements allow you to choose among a
wide range of gadgets above average, many of them delivering an excellent
price/value ratio. If you feel you need to see more products before making up
your mind, you could get a good start by checking out my tops (still working on
these, so no live links yet):


 1. Best vacuum cleaners under $100,
 2. Best vacuum cleaners under $200,
 3. Top 5 deluxe vacuum cleaners

Or, if you are set up to buy a particular brand, you could check out my brand
reviews (top menu). Every producer adds a personal touch to their products,
making each vacuum cleaner model unique. Some producers focus entirely on
building mostly vacuums (such as Bissell, Dyson or Hoover), whereas others are
long-established companies that make other home appliances as well (i.e.,
Panasonic or Electrolux).
Just as a side note, learn which one I’ve bought in the end, for my personal
use.


WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN THE BEST VACUUM CLEANER?

When buying a vacuum cleaner, people always seem to be searching for the product
that delivers the best “suck for the buck”, as we say in our branch. So, let’s
cover the main features.


TYPES OF VACUUM CLEANERS

Upright Vacuums
This kind of vacuum cleaners is used mostly in the US/UK. Upright vacuums are
based on a single segment stick that supports the handle and the recipient that
will hold all the dirt. They are usually equipped with a rotating brush-roll
that swipes away the surfaces and collects all the dust. There are two types of
upright vacuums, considering their structural design: direct fan cleaners and
fan-bypass cleaners. The main difference between these is that direct-fan
uprights use less power, but have less cleaning power as well, while fan-bypass
uprights require two times more power, but are suitable to be used in both
carpet and floor cleaning activities. Models come with a single drive belt that
is used for both the main suction motor and the rotating brush-roll or may have
separate drive-belts, to allow you to turn off the brush-roll if needed.



Canister Vacuums
Canister vacuum cleaners are more common in Europe, Russia, and China. Their bag
or compartment that holds the dust is delimited from the motor. The product
comes as a single unit usually mounted on 2 wheels. The main feature of this
type of vacuum is the possibility to attach different heads, suitable for
different jobs. The latest models usually come with special heads for furniture
dust, different types of surfaces such as hardwood floors, carpets, hone, and so
on.

Handheld Vacuums
The two types of vacuum cleaners presented above may cover most of your needs.
Still, handheld vacuums bring usability required, i.e., when cleaning up your
car, intricate furniture pieces, between sofa cushions, or even clothing. I bet
in every home there is a narrow space you can’t reach with an upright or a
canister vacuum cleaner. Well, with handheld vacuums, you can easily remove pet
hair, various stains, spills, and other stuff you want to go.

Robotic Vacuums
A nice trend in the industry is the emergence of robotic vacuums. The main
feature of this kind of product is the movement algorithm. Most robotic vacuums
use a combination of fuzzy logic with reinforcement learning (i.e., Q-learning),
neural networks, potential field, or similar artificial intelligence methods to
achieve a homogenous cleaning of the entire floor space and to return safely to
the docking station for battery recharge. The great thing about these it the
“set it and forget it” approach. In order to reach tight corners, many robotic
vacuums use spinning brushes or variable airflows. And some models even deploy
UV sterilization or possess mopping capabilities. Just don’t expect to jump over
the stairs any time soon.

Wet-Dry Vacuums
Also called Shop-Vacs, these vacuum cleaners look like a cylinder and are
usually used to clean liquid/wet stains. Shop-Vacs are suitable for both indoor
and outdoor usage, and their main feature is that you can reverse the airflow to
blow garbage and dust instead of sucking it. You can thus gather all the dirt
into a corner and get it out easy. You can even use this function to unclog the
hose. And what’s nice: they are relatively cheap and ready to do a lot of tasks.

Additional cleaning tools

There are some special cleaning tools worth mentioning that don’t fit in any of
the categories above. These are either meant for specific tasks, such as carpet
cleaning or hard floor cleaning, or are hybrid machines that incorporate several
features from the classes above, and along with vacuuming, they may include
steaming capabilities, sweeping attachments, they may shampoo, scrub, and even
paint your floors.

Carpet cleaners
Carpet cleaners, also called deep cleaners some times, are designed primarily to
help you clean your carpets. They usually are equipped with a water heater and
with special power brushes that reach deeper into your carpets and rugs,
removing more dust and stains than common vacuum cleaners. Some of them are
aiming to replace professional rental units: by purchasing one of your own, you
will never have to pay to rent one, and you may not need to use similar services
provided by cleaning specialists. There are two producers mainly specialized in
manufacturing these appliances: Hoover and Bissell.

Steam mops
If deep cleaners handle carpets, bare floors may be cleaned with specialized
tools called steam mops. The idea of steam sanitation is not new, but
manufacturers have created incredible appliances that put it in practice. There
are steam mops that sanitize hard floors in under 5 seconds, using just tap
water. Most of them require just under a minute to start. Some of them are even
battery operated, to offer you maximum flexibility.

Hybrids
Although people love specialized tools, most of us are also avid to use
sophisticated appliances that can help with a broad set of cleaning jobs. I.e.,
you may need to vacuum your home, but you may also need to remove the dust,
sanitize your hardwood floors, scrub the kitchen tiles, get the insides of your
car cleaned and so on. To this desideratum, manufacturers built hybrid cleaning
tools, such as the ones listed below.


PRICE TAG

I know most of you guys consider this as the leading indicator. No matter how
much money you have, you most likely want to buy the best product for your
budget. As people tend to categorize, so will I: You can either buy a cheap
product that will get you through the next couple of years, or you could invest
in a vacuum cleaner that can last the next 25 years. Both approaches are
perfectly valid IMO. Want to pay around $100 for an upright? You can, and you’ll
get a basic model that will do the job just fine. Want to buy a serious tool at
$400-$500? You’ll get a cleaner you’ll use with pleasure, warranty, accessories,
great filtration systems and so on. Want to buy a handheld vacuum? They are
cheaper; you’ll spend anywhere between $30 and $150.


SUCTION AND POWER

The suction power refers to the pressure difference created by the pump of the
vacuum. A typical vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 20kPa. The pump lowers
the pressure inside the vacuum from 100kPa (the normal atmospheric pressure) to
80kPa. As you can expect, higher suction equals more power. Usually, producers
only state the input power in watts or amps, which refers to how much
electricity is consumed by the product (and has little to do with the actual
suction power, which depends on the product design, filtration system, and so
on).


FILTERS

One of the most significant issues that appear when using vacuum cleaners is
dust circulation. The air exhausted by the pump contains small dust particles
that are sent directly to the lungs of the user. No matter how good the
filtration system, ultra-fine dust particles, and potentially harmful
microorganisms such as mites still pass along into the air. This happens not
because of technical drawbacks, but because a perfect filtration system will
clog up immediately and become ineffective. Over recent years, manufacturers
have been trying to make a better compromise between the filtering effectiveness
and guaranteeing optimal airflow, by building the following filtration options:

 * Disposable filters. These need to be replaced every few months. The main con
   is the high upkeep.
 * Washable filters. Lately, producers are featuring filters made out of
   foam-like materials, which can last for years. You can use your dishwasher or
   your washing machine to get these cleaned, wait for them to dry (very
   important!!!), and them place them back into the vacuum.
 * Cyclonic separation. The air sucked into the vacuum is cycled so fast that
   the dust particles are forced by the centrifugal force to fall into the dirt
   recipient.
 * Water filtration. The air sucked in passes through a water layer, wetting the
   dust particles which become heavy and cannot fly anymore. The main
   disadvantage is that you have to clean the water compartment after each use,
   for sanitary reasons.
 * HEPA filtration. Designed especially for sensible allergic people, HEPA
   filtering traps most of the ultra-fine particles and releases virtually no
   amount of dust. HEPA filters 99.97% of dust particles – all particles with
   0.3 microns in diameter and higher are filtered.
 * Odor filters. Made out of active coils, these try to eliminate dust along
   with any funny smell.

Check out my ultimate guide to commercial vacuum cleaner filters to find out
more.

Other considerations

Weight

I’m the type of person that likes things to be as neat and straightforward as
possible. Applying my lifestyle to vacuums, I enjoy products under 10 pounds.
However, you can find very good vacs that weigh around 20 pounds. The trick is
to buy one that has the self-propelled feature, which will come handy,
especially if you have to vacuum large surfaces. If weight is an issue to you
(i.e., if you have back problems or you’re simply a comfy person), you may focus
on the stick versions most manufacturers produce at the moment. You can find
vacuum cleaners that weight as low as 4-5 pounds, but be careful, these models
don’t work so well on deep rugs of carpets, and you’ll end up pushing hard to
get at the root of the fibers. As for handheld vacs, weight is an issue. Buyers
expect these to be light, flexible, so, here’s a top I’ve made based on my
rating system, or better yet, here’s one that weighs around a staggering 4
pounds.

Cordless vs. Corded

One of the latest trends in the vacuum cleaning industry is to produce cordless
devices. However, if you own an average or large home, cordless vacuums may not
be the solution for you, as even the top-rated models last around 30 minutes
before they need to be recharged. There’s also a suction power decrease that is
trivial for cordless appliances.

With/without a bag

Bagged vacs need a new bag every couple of months, depending on your cleaning
frequency. If you don’t like the idea of buying bags and replacing them every
once in a while, you can opt for a bagless model, an eco-friendly approach some
people embrace with pleasure. The downside is that you have to clean the dust
container and remove the stuck hair. Some popular vacuum cleaners enhance this
process by using better structural designs that allow easier access to the dust
cup.

Warranty

Most vacuum cleaners come with a guarantee that lasts anywhere between 1 to 5
years. Just like any other appliance, most common vacuum cleaners have a 1-year
warranty, which includes both parts and labor costs. Almost all retail stores
require you to register the product for warranty. As a side note, a 5-year
warranty (offered by, i.e., by Dyson) is an excellent indicator of the quality
of the product.

Conclusions

Thank God we’re at the end, my back hurts from all this time spent in front of
my laptop. I believe I got most of the basic things covered; hopefully, you’ve
already put an eye on what vac you want. If you’re still unsure what to choose,
or you want to buy a product I haven’t covered, send me an email, or comment
here, I’ll reply as soon as possible. Be sure to check my site occasionally, as
I’m updating it almost every week.
Have a great day!

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