How to Choose a Vacuum Cleaner

The range of vacuum cleaners has never been wider. But with so many options, how do you choose the right one? Whether you're after a traditional upright vacuum or an ultra-modern robotic cleaner, this handy guide will help you make the right choice.

Before choosing a vacuum cleaner, first answer the following questions:

How big is your house?
Do you have wooden floors or carpets?
Do you have a family history of allergies?
Do you have any pets?

So what type of vacuum cleaner are you after?

Bag vacuum cleaners

You can't go wrong with these classic vacuums.

Classic design, excellent performance

High performance
Effective dirt removal
Suitable for allergy sufferers

Bagless vacuum cleaners

Ideal for cleaning heavily soiled carpets.

Practical and efficient

No need to buy bags
Permanent suction power
Efficient filter

Stick vacuum cleaners

These lightweight vacuums are simple to use and easy to store.

Suitable for small households

Simple operation
Compact and lightweight
Can be used in combination with a handheld vacuum cleaner

Handheld vacuum cleaners

These handy models are ideal for spontaneous cleaning of small areas

Handheld vacuums for cleaning up as you go along

The most compact option
Cordless operation
Wet vacuuming function

Multi-purpose vacuum cleaners

As well as vacuuming, these multifunctional machines clean carpets and upholstery.

Multipurpose machines for comprehensive cleaning

Suitable for hard floors and carpets
Vacuums and liquids
Larger volume bag / container

Robotic vacuum cleaners

Sit back, relax, and let the robotic vacuum cleaner get busy.

Robotic vacuums for hassle-free cleaning

Cleans without effort or supervision
More expensive models are equipped with special sensors
Battery operated

Glossary - Vacuum cleaners

HEPA filter

HEPA filters (High Efficiency Particular Air) are among the most powerful filtration systems available, capturing up to 99.9% of impurities. The degree of efficiency is indicated by the numbers 10 to 14, where the number 10 indicates 85% filtration efficiency and 14 represents 99% filtration efficiency. The HEPA filter is located behind the vacuum motor, where it captures dust and debris. If you have a family history of allergies, it is recommended to choose a vacuum cleaner with this type of filtration.

Turbo brush

Turbo brushes are designed for cleaning carpets. They are ideal for removing animal or human hair, but they are also effective at removing ingrained dirt. Turbo brushes contain one or more rotating cylinders with fixed bristles. They can be powered either by air intake or by a motor. Turbo brushes with their own motor offer increased performance, but at the cost of higher power consumption.

Wet vacuuming

A wet vacuuming function allows the vacuum cleaner to suck up fluids as well as solid dirt. In addition, some vacuum cleaners can be used for mopping floors or shampooing carpets.

Glossary