Robot vacuums have come a long way in recent years and are more high-tech than ever with greater pick-up power and larger dust canisters. A great performer for heavily carpeted homes, this robot picked up all large crumbs and particles, and most dust. On test, the D4 did a great job of cleaning large particles, crumbs and pet hair.
It cleans an entire room carefully and thoroughly, manoeuvring around tough spots with ease. The Eufy model cleans quickly and efficiently, picking up pet hair and small and large crumbs with ease.
A handheld vacuum cleaner is ideal for cleaning quick spills as well as tight and awkward spaces such as car interiors and staircases. As a general rule, look for at least 20 minutes of battery life this will give you ample time to get around a car and a dust capacity of at least 0. It may feel light at first, but it can feel heavy and tiresome after a short while. The weight should be around The included tools can also vary. Some, such as a crevice tool and a pet tool, may be essential for your cleaning.
This Dyson ticks all our boxes, boasting two power modes, a comprehensive selection of tools including a mini motorised tool for getting out ground-in dirt, a washable filter and a dust canister that empties easily without creating any mess.
It feels sturdy and impresses on all floor types. A small but mighty handheld vacuum, this comes with two batteries, doubling the running time available. They also recharge in a speedy two and a half hours. Emptying the small dust canister is simple and the lightweight vacuum manoeuvres easily around tight spaces. It scored top marks picking up dirt from hard floors. Its removable battery makes charging unobtrusive but this vacuum is on the heavy side, and the dust container is tricky to remove and refit.
Some of the best vacuum cleaners are able to sense the floor type and adjust their power accordingly. This saves on energy usage and means the vacuum will automatically use the optimum power. Some will last less than 10 minutes on full power, meaning you need to rush to finish in time or wait for it to recharge. Look for at least 30 minutes of advertised battery life in a stick vacuum, and 20 minutes in a handheld.
Vacuum capacities are measured in litres, whether bagged or bagless. For cordless models, which are slightly smaller, a minimum of half a litre is best.
Lastly for handhelds, 0. Headlights Some stick vacuums also feature headlights on the floor head, so you have a better visual under furniture and in dark spaces. Smart technology Connect your vacuum to your phone to monitor its usage, battery life and even surprising statistics like how many calories you burn in use.
The Dyson V11 is particularly impressive because it counts down your remaining battery time in minutes and seconds. Long hair tends to wrap around the brush in the floor head and needs to be cut free.
However, some models now feature a small slit along the bar that you can run a pair of scissors through. Be wary of the weight of your vacuum; pushing anything over 3kg can feel heavy after prolonged use. If you struggle with this, go for a cordless design where the weight is centred around the floor head rather than the handle, which makes it easier on the arms. Variable suction This is useful if you need more power for deep pile carpets.
This makes it harder running it over long-pile carpet. A rotating brush is also brilliant for collecting hairs and residue from carpets. Some vacuums contain bags that collect all of the dust and debris. Once full, they need to be replaced, and many vacuums have an indicator to tell you when the bag is full.
One benefit of this is that you don't need to touch the dust and dirt to remove it from the canister. You may need to with a bagless model, as some dirt can become trapped. Bagless models also tend to be messier as the dust can spill when you empty them. From crevice tools to dusting brushes, today's vacs come with a generous collection of vacuum cleaner attachments that are designed to make light work of common household cleaning tasks.
You'd be forgiven for finding such an assortment of extra tools and accessories a little mystifying. Extension wand Designed to go where other attachments simply can't, the extension wand provides the extra reach you need to banish cobwebs from high ceilings and inaccessible corners, retrieve food particles from behind appliances, and clean right to the corners and edges of stairs.
Dusting brush With long, soft bristles, the dusting brush is a whizz at whisking away dust from window sills, lampshades, blinds, skirting boards and other awkward surfaces.
It's also ideal for more delicate cleaning tasks, such as dusting furniture, the top of books or easily scratched objects. Crevice tool As its name suggests, the crevice tool is designed to get into tight gaps that other attachments would struggle with. With its long, slender shape, it's ideal for cleaning right into corners, along the edge of the flooring, around radiators and even between sofa cushions.
Upholstery tool The upholstery attachment is wide with a small, flat head. Many also have a built-in fabric strip to help lift dust, dirt and hairs from fabric surfaces including sofas, mattresses, cushions and chairs. Models will all come with a standard floor head, and may have interchangeable options. If you have deep-pile carpets or a pet, for example, we recommend looking for a rotating brush. Some also have rubber parts to help gather up stubborn pet hairs.
Reach for this compact attachment to deep-clean upholstery, mattresses, thick carpets and rugs. All vacuums contain filters that stop the dust you vacuum up from re-entering the atmosphere. Some even contain more than one filter for added retention. To keep working, these filters need to be washed regularly or replaced, although some are self-cleaning. HEPA filters are also worth looking out for as they offer a particularly high quality of air filtration and are better for allergy sufferers.
While handhelds tend to be the cheapest, a robot vacuum will set you back a fair amount. INSE 3. KIRBY 3. MAHLI 3. YEEDI 3. BROAN 2. DVC 2. HANMI 2. IWOLY 2. OKP 2. ART 2. VGI 2. VPC 2. ALEKO 1. Battery Runtime. Less than 20 Minutes 6. Recommended for Pet Owners Bagless Wall Mount Rack Compact Size HEPA Filter Spot Cleaning Motorhead Dust Bag Required Headlight Bag Check Indicator Built-in Tools Storage Colour Family.
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