My Vacuum Cleaner

The vacuum cleaner is an essential device in our lives. You probably have one or more vacuum cleaners at home, and you would like to know some tricks to make this household task more bearable, or perhaps you are thinking of buying one.

You can also start by taking a look at these analyses:

Ranking of best-selling vacuum cleaners

NOTE: This table shows the best vacuum cleaners of this year, or at least the best sellers through our website. It is updated monthly, so you can see the latest information.

Do you have animals?

Maybe you should think about a special vacuum cleaner for hair, or one with a water filter.

What do you want it for?

Are you thinking about a specific use, a specific feature?
There are more “generalist” vacuum cleaners, and others that are more specialized.

SLED OR CLASSIC VACUUM CLEANERS

In the case of vacuum cleaners, the most common, if you only have one, is the sled type. Could you choose to only have a broom type or a robot vacuum cleaner? Yes, but, due to its characteristics, the classic vacuum cleaner can serve us in a more general way.

They usually have sufficient suction power, complete equipment, with various accessories for different types of use., and adapt well to all types of floors and surfaces.

In addition, Modern models are light and handy and easily stored. In any case, remember the importance of holding the vacuum cleaner properly to avoid back pain.

These vacuum cleaners store dirt in a tank and usually have a HEPA filter. When purchasing one, you will have to evaluate issues such as power, the number of accessories, noise or consumption. If you want more information, you can go to our section sled vacuum cleaners.

BROOM VACUUM CLEANERS

All the broom vacuum cleaners They are a growing category. We have gone from simple sweepers to true vacuum cleaners, some of which aspire to replace the classic ones as the only appliance in the home.

They are ideal for the comfort they provide, their lightness and the versatility they offer.. Usually, they are cordless, since they incorporate a battery, although there are also those with a plug. Some models are “2 in 1”, since they can be used as a stick vacuum cleaner or as a handheld vacuum cleaner.

Among the disadvantages, it should be noted that many of them do not have notable power, and are only used (which is not a small thing) for daily cleaning of the house, but not for doing it in depth. If you want more information, you can go to our vacuum cleaners section.

ROBOTS VACUUM CLEANERS

The one with the robot vacuum cleaners It's a world apart. A device that tries to simplify the task of cleaning as much as possible, so much so that... it does it alone! This is, in itself, a very big advantage for many people.

They also have drawbacks, mainly the price and efficiency of the vacuum cleaner. They suck well, but not as much as other systems.

Therefore, robot vacuum cleaners They can usually be used to carry out daily cleaning, but normally we will need another device to complement their work., in places that you cannot access, corners, etc., and to do more in-depth work.

In any case, they are a very interesting option, so if you want to go into more detail and learn more about their characteristics, you can visit our section.

HAND VACUUM CLEANERS

As we mentioned a little above, Many stick vacuum cleaners are 2 in 1, so they can be used as handheld vacuum cleaners.. In addition, we can find various devices of this type on the market, which facilitate some tasks (typical car cleaning, for example).

When purchasing a handheld vacuum cleanerIn addition to the power, We must take into account the battery life (if it is wireless) and the connectivity it offers if it has a plug (can we plug it into the car cigarette lighter?).

The weight of the vacuum cleaner is also important, since it is a device that we are going to handle “in the air.” If you are looking for more information about this category, you can see it in our section.

VACUUM CLEANERS WITH WATER FILTER

All the vacuum cleaners with water filter They are a special type of sled. Instead of using filter bags, they use water, which swirls at high speed.

Dirt passes through this swirl of water, becoming trapped, and providing cleaner exhaust air., which is a very interesting solution for people allergic to dust, mites, etc.

They can even be used to “decontaminate” the air, perfume it, or clean upholstery and curtains. The collected dirt is easily removed (the water is emptied), and, in addition, it does not raise dust when doing so. Visit our section if you want to learn more about this type of devices.

DRY AND WET VACUUM CLEANERS

The wet and dry vacuum cleaners They can be a very interesting solution due to their versatility, since they allow us to work with them in a variety of situations.

They tend to be powerful, robust and high-capacity devices; In fact, they are also called industrial vacuum cleaners, due to their appearance and performance..

For example, they can They can be very interesting for cleaning basements, garages, porches, etc., in which, in addition to humidity, there may be remains of materials, such as pebbles, plaster, etc., since, in addition, they usually have brushes with hard bristles.

Also, obviously, can be used to collect liquid (although we are not going to empty a pool either!).

In some cases, they have a blower function which is very useful (for example, to remove leaves from a porch).

WHAT FEATURES SHOULD I TAKE INTO ACCOUNT WHEN BUYING A VACUUM CLEANER?

When you go to buy a vacuum cleaner, it is better that you have clear ideas and do not trust only advertising. On this website you will find all kinds of information and comparisons about the best vacuum cleaners on the market.

Next, we tell you what you should look for when purchasing it:

Price

One of the characteristics that we will take into account, even if it is as a limiting factor. There are vacuum cleaners that cost less than 60 euros and there are those that cost around 1.000. Depending on our capacity, we can aspire (pun intended) to one or the other.

In principle, the price is usually in line with the quality and performance. However, at MiAspiradora we analyze the characteristics and ratings so that you can find your best choice., so that the option you choose is the one that offers you the best quality-price, depending on what you need.

Power

As you may know, since September 2014, with the entry into force of the Regulation (EU) No. 665/2013 (which concerns the energy labeling of vacuum cleaners), the sale of vacuum cleaners with more than 1.600 watts of power is prohibited. By 2017, the ban will be extended to those over 900 watts.

This power determines the electrical consumption (how much will be on the bill), and is related to energy efficiency, which classifies appliances from most to least efficient, on a scale that goes from A to G.

If you are wondering if this drop in power has had an impact on performance, the answer is NO..

Perhaps initially, when the energy label was implemented, it was like that, but today, lModern vacuum cleaners have nothing to envy of the old ones, which had much higher power (in some cases, double or triple).

This means that this effort for efficiency has been worth it, since it has made it possible more economical and ecological devices.

Suction power

It is a better indicator of cleaning ability (although it should also be combined with an effective brush), and is also measured in watts.

There is a classification on the labels of vacuum cleaners, which reports the ability to collect dust on hard floors and carpets, ranging from A to G.

Filter

We must check if the filters are HEPA, or similar. Furthermore, within these, there are different levels of efficiency (visit our article on HEPA filters for more information).

Additionally, they may or may not be washable (in which case, you will have to replace them periodically).

Also exist antibacterial filters and activated carbon filters, which prevent bad odors and are very useful if we have animals at home.

The label includes information about the dust re-emission, also from A to G.

Deposit capacity

The larger the tank, the less you will have to empty it (or change the bag), with the consequent saving of time and money.

Accessories

There are many brushes, for example, some are more suitable for hard floors, others for carpets, etc. In addition, there are usually various nozzles (for narrow areas, for upholstery, natural bristles...).

Noise

There are very quiet vacuum cleaners (below 68 dB), and others that are not so quiet (around 80). Not only do you have to look at the volume (measured in decibels), but also at the frequency (measured in hertz, Hz), since the sound is very high pitched, it can be annoying.

Ergonomics and comfort of use

Is it ergonomic? Does it weigh a lot? Is it easy to handle? Does it have wheels that don't scratch the floor? Is it easy to store?

Cable

We are interested in knowing its length (since a long cable will prevent us from changing plugs frequently), which is usually around 7 or 8 meters.

It is also worth looking at its collection system (if it is automatic or manual). 

Protection systems

Most devices have several security systems, but it is worth checking which ones they have:

• Automatic detection of poor placement of the bag to its filling indicators.
• Systems that prevent overheating.
• ...

CARING FOR YOUR VACUUM CLEANER

Vacuum cleaners are, in general, quite robust devices, prepared for a useful life of many hours. However, this does not mean that we can treat them in any way; On the contrary, with a little attention on our part, we will make it last much longer and in better conditions.

Pay attention to the following questions:

• Watch documentation: both the instruction manual and the invoice or purchase receipt, in case you need to exercise the guarantee. Both things can get you out of a lot of trouble and/or avoid unnecessary outlays.
• Treat her with care: When you go to vacuum, make sure there are no elements in the way (chairs, buckets...) that can be hit, do not pull on the hose or the cable to drag it, and try not to hit it against the walls.
• Periodically clean the filters (or wash them, if they are washable, following the manufacturer's instructions). Also clean the air vents and nozzles of lint and other dust.
• Check the bag: If it is too full, it forces the engine to work harder. In the case of bagless models, follow the same reasoning, and empty it frequently.
• Cable holder: when storing it, make sure there are no obstacles that prevent it from rolling up.
• Humidity: if it is not a specific vacuum cleaner for this, do not use it on a damp or wet floor.
• When turning it off, first press the button and then unplug it without jerking.
• Clean the rotating brush, dirt, hair, threads, etc. tend to accumulate, making your work difficult.
• Prevents the cable from getting caught on furniture or from becoming too tight. Try not to go to the end of it, change the plug.
• Some vacuum cleaners have a system to prevent overheating. If your vacuum cleaner turns off, unplug it, consult the manual and wait a while (10-15 minutes) before turning it on again.

HOW TO NAVIGATE THIS SITE

MiAspiradora has general information and various comparisons by type of device or by characteristics. From whatever page you are on, you can go to the menu at the top, from where you can access the different types of vacuum cleaners.

If you wish, you can use the search engine, at the top right, and enter the text you want to locate. If the model you are looking for does not appear, or you would like us to inform you about a specific aspect that you cannot find on the portal, you can write to us so we can include it in our editorial calendar.

In addition to the comparisons, which you will find in the buying guides section, you have analysis of individual items, in which we will detail the pros and cons of each model, as well as the overall rating that we assign to it..

And, in any case, if you want to tell us about any issue or make a suggestion, you can do so through our Contact Form.

On the other hand... we are not infallible. Although we review all the data we offer about vacuum cleaners, it is possible that, unfortunately, some errors slip through the cracks. If you detect any mistakes, we appreciate you letting us know through the form.

OUR ASSESSMENT

At MiAspiradora we evaluate devices of all types, but, above all, those that are the best sellers and/or most valued.

This doesn't mean that we don't occasionally review lesser-known or appreciated devices. But we consider it more interesting to dedicate our time and yours to evaluating the best vacuum cleaners, the most powerful or those that offer better quality-price, to optimize your decision.

Our rating ranges from 0 to 10, and is carried out through our own algorithm that considers dozens (or hundreds, or thousands...) of opinions of each device, both from users and professionals. and, in many cases, laboratory tests, to check aspects such as suction capacity or resistance.

Therefore, not only the criteria outlined above are taken into account (suction power, ergonomics, noise level, etc.), but also others, such as value for money, robustness or even aesthetics.

The best vacuum cleaner will not always have the highest score, but the one with the most points will be highly regarded by users and/or will have proven its effectiveness in tests.

However, this is not an absolute truth, we analyze, you choose. We do not intend to guide your choice towards a specific device, the decision is yours.

HISTORY OF THE VACUUM CLEANER

Nowadays it is unthinkable for us to live without vacuum cleaners. In Spain, (although it is less widespread than in other countries in the European Union), two out of every three households own at least one.

When and why did the vacuum cleaner emerge?

In reality, it has not been that long since we massively enjoyed the advantages it provides us, since it is a relatively recent invention.

The first attempts arose at the end of the XNUMXth century, motivated by the increase in suspended dust due to pollution produced by factories, and by advances in the field of bacteriology and allergology.

At that time, carpets were shaken out of the windows (some people can still be seen doing this today), and they began to consider developing a device that would vacuum up dirt, instead of sweeping it.

In 1860, American Daniel Hess invented a “carpet sweeper.”, which included a series of rotating brushes and a bellows powered by the movement of the wheels, which sucked in air and trapped dirt in two water tanks. The prototype was not mass marketed, but it represented a first approach to the problem of cleaning homes.

In 1868, Ives McGaffey designed the first vacuum cleaner, the Whirlwind (Torbellino), quite similar in appearance to the current ones, which included a propeller driven by a crank on the handle (quite complicated to operate).

The invention was marketed in the following two years, for a high price, but the great Chicago fire in 1871 put an end to it, although 2 copies are preserved, one of them in the Hoover company museum.

The first motorized vacuum cleaners

So far, the first attempts, which were still moved by the force of man. Later, attempts arose to motorize the vacuum cleaner, until, In 1898, John S. Thurman filed a patent for a gasoline-powered “carpet renewer”. Thurman offered his cleaning services for $4 per visit, although the system was not very well designed and had several lawsuits.

In 1901, Hubert Cecil Booth perfected Thurman's invention, adding filters to trap dust, among other modifications..

The British engineer observed that, when putting a handkerchief in the mouth of a device that sucked air, dust became trapped in it. In this way, he created Puffing Billy.

This was the first vacuum cleaner that deserves to be called as such (in fact, it was named after its manufacturer), but it was enormous, the size of a carriage; in fact, he was riding on a horse-drawn cart.

It had a gasoline engine, and some long tubes, with a nozzle at the ends, that went to the windows of the houses (since the machine, being so voluminous, remained outside the building).

Subsequently, an electrical model of the same was created, but it was also very bulky. He even had problems and complaints because of the noise the machine made, but he was finally granted his “right to work.”

The triumph of the invention came when they cleaned the carpets of Westminster Abbey before the coronation of King Edward VII, so that lThe kings acquired two devices for their palaces.

They later helped end an epidemic in the Royal Navy barracks, which led to their ultimate success.

Years later, the American David Kenney adapted Booth's design, installing the machine in the basements of houses., from where the cleaning tubes started (a system, by the way, that is still used in many homes).

Spangler began to market the invention on his own, and although he had some success, he did so on a small scale. One of the devices was sent to Susan Hoover, the wife of a businessman in her area, William Henry Hoover..

This was dedicated at that time to the manufacture of items related to horses (saddles, reins...), in decline due to the appearance of combustion engines.

Susan tested it for several days, verifying the usefulness of the invention, since it allowed for faster cleaning and with less effort and, furthermore, it absorbed the dust, it didn't just move it around.

Hoover, seeing the passion with which his wife explained it to him and the great possibilities of the utensil, He bought the patent from him, turning his company into the first major vacuum cleaner company. (and still competes with some success, despite the competition).

THE EVOLUTION OF VACUUM CLEANERS

Little by little, new companies began to emerge, improve designs and lower prices. And this, together with the belief that it was better to vacuum the dust than to clean it by hand, allowed, From the 50s and 60s, the vacuum cleaner began to be part of our lives..

The growing innovation led to the creation of a multitude of improvements, which achieved more effective, efficient and ergonomic devices. Among them, we can mention:

HEPA filters

In 1950, the American company Cambridge Filter Corporation crenamed those they called “absolute filters”, initially intended for the military industry.

Ready They became a standard for their effectiveness, and they moved to other areas, such as medical, pharmaceutical, electronics or the home.

The first filters they designed were very bulky, but their effectiveness was similar to that of current ones. Little by little, they were improved, until filters were obtained that were small enough to be inserted into household appliances..

Nowadays, Most vacuum cleaners have filters of this type, although it should be noted that not all have the same filtering capacity., since they go on a scale from H10 to H14 (from least to most filtered).

Battery vacuum cleaners

The development of battery technology has undergone a revolution in recent years, with the widespread use of mobile phones and the emergence of other devices that use them, including vehicles (which seem to present a quite promising future).

Thus, we have gone from the old Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) or Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries to the current Lithium batteries, which offer a good compromise between power and performance.

For its part, in the world of aspiration it has made possible the birth of battery-powered vacuum cleaners, which today allow you to enjoy a Sufficient power to clean the home, combined with the advantages of not having to be connected to a cable.

Cyclone vacuum cleaners

Cyclonic technology is commonly used to separate suspended particles, using a vortex (like a whirlpool of air) thanks to the physical effects of rotation and gravity.

Cyclones are narrower at the bottom, and thanks to this design and the spiral airflow, the particles in suspension collide and fall towards the lower part, from which they are taken.

In 1978, the British industrial designer James Dyson, the founder of the famous brand, He noticed that his vacuum cleaner was losing suction, and he concluded that it was because it was getting clogged with dust..

He began to analyze the problem, and He concluded that it could be solved by applying cyclonic technology that was used in some industries to separate elements in different states.: for example, in the wood industry to remove sawdust, in the oil industry, to separate oils and gases, or in industrial kitchens, to separate fat.

From there, and After more than 5.000 tests, he managed to apply cyclonic technology to vacuum cleaners, creating the first bagless vacuum cleaner. (Here you can see the importance of perseverance, as Edison said: “I have not failed 999 times, but rather I have discovered 999 ways not to make a light bulb”).

The success of bagless vacuum cleaners was slow to come, as Dyson initially tried to sell its idea to existing manufacturers.. As he did not succeed, in 1993 he founded his own company, although it still took him another 10 years to achieve success, when he found the right slogan “say goodbye to replacement bags”, which caught the attention of consumers and led him to become the best seller in Britain. Other manufacturers began releasing their own bagless vacuum cleaners, and the rest is history.

Vacuum robots

When talking about robot vacuum cleaners, and although the competition has increased enormously, the reference is the Roomba, from the iRobot company.

This company It was founded in 1990 by several robotics experts from the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).. In addition to vacuum cleaners, it also manufactures other devices (such as, for example, an explosives deactivation robot).

Robot vacuum cleaners have achieved one of the dreams of many people, being able to keep their house clean without effort. Although they are not as effective as other vacuum systems, they can keep the house reasonably clean.

Since its birth, They have improved enormously in their operation, and the high-end models offer a high degree of sophistication, with a multitude of sensors, cleaning patterns, obstacle maps, memory, automatic recharging and restart, programming, connection with the mobile phone, etc.

MAIN VACUUM CLEANER BRANDS

This mega vacuum cleaner guide would not be complete without a brief review of the main brands in this market.

AEG

The German company AEG was born in the XNUMXth century, by purchasing the patent for the Edison light bulb for that country (in fact, its name means General Electricity Company). Initially, it focused its activity on water heaters, irons and teapots (all electric).

Today, AEG is a brand integrated into the Swedish Electrolux group, which offers solutions to companies (in the field of energy efficiency and renewable energies) and individuals, with a wide range of household appliances, kitchen (hobs, ovens, extractor hoods, microwaves...), laundry (washing machines , dryers, or washer-dryers) and vacuuming.

In the vacuum cleaner section, it offers sled models, some of them with cyclonic technology, and stands out for its line of silent vacuum cleaners and those aimed at homes with pets.

Black and decker

Company founded in 1910 by S. Duncan Black and Alonzo G. Decker, began as a small machinery shop. In 1917 he invented a portable electric drill, a tool to which he owes most of his fame.

Currently, It is mainly known for its DIY tools. (drills, saws, screwdrivers, multi-tools...) and gardening (lawnmowers, chainsaws, etc.).

However, has also developed a range of small appliances related to home cleaning, among them, an electric window cleaner, various mops to clean with the advantages of water vapor, some of them with a built-in perfumer, and it also has some vacuum cleaners, some for general use and others hand-held, as well as several broom vacuum cleaners.

Bomann

Bomann is a brand created by Red Point Source, company founded in 1998 to offer solutions in the computer, consumer electronics and small household appliances sector.

Currently, Bomann has a wide variety of products in its catalog: appliances for the kitchen (scales, mixers, slicers, refrigerators, mincers...) and for cooking (rice cookers, fryers, grills, ovens, etc.), for breakfast (coffee makers, juicers, grinders), for taking care of clothes (irons, lint removers...), for care and beauty (hair clippers, dryers, curling irons, bathroom scales, etc.).

As well It has a large appliance section, which offers freezers, refrigerators, dishwashers, washing machines, induction hobs and ceramic hobs...

And, of course (because otherwise, we wouldn't be talking about it), it also has vacuum cleaners.

Bomann It has various models of sled vacuum cleaners, with and without a bag, and hand-held vacuum cleaners. (some, suitable for dry and wet), as well as other devices related to home cleaning, such as an electric window cleaner, an electric mop, or a steam cleaner.

Bosch

Another German group born in the XNUMXth century. Founded by Robert Bosch, it began as a “precision mechanics and electrical engineering workshop.” Before the beginning of the 1905th century, an office had already been opened in England, beginning its international development. In XNUMX, it opened a factory in Paris, the first outside Germany, and a year later, it began operating in the United States.

From its inception, the Bosch brand has been closely linked to the automotive world (It is the creator, for example, of ABS technology, or traction control systems, the electronic stability program or ESP, and the Common rail system for diesel engines).

However, has also known how to diversify, and has a notable presence in the home world, in kitchen appliances, washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, coffee makers, irons, kitchen robots... and, of course, vacuum cleaners.

In the world of vacuuming, Bosch offers sled vacuum cleaners, with and without bags, stick vacuum cleaners and handheld vacuum cleaners.

Electrolux

Electrolux is a Swedish multinational that also has more than a century of history. Its history is linked to that of vacuum cleaners, although it also produces all types of devices for cooking and washing, as well as other small appliances.

In 1912, its creator, Axel Wenner-Gren, launched his first vacuum cleaner. (the company founded it seven years later), which weighed 14 kilos, much lighter than some of the models of the time.

Nine years later, it launched the much more manageable V model and in 1964 it released the Luxomatic Z90, a vacuum cleaner with numerous innovations, such as cable management, a resealable dust bag and a fill indicator.

In the field of aspiration, it has a wide variety of devices: sled vacuum cleaners, with and without a bag, broom vacuum cleaners, handheld vacuum cleaners, and even has a polisher, to bring out the maximum shine to wooden or marble floors.

H. Koenig

Company founded in 1960 by the German Helmut Koenig. Since his birth, the company created by this hardware artisan has grown until it became a small multinational that offers various simple and reliable appliances.

Currently, H. Koenig offers various products for the kitchen (beer taps, refrigerators, waffle makers, vacuum sealers, kitchen robots, deep fryers, microwaves, grills, grill plates, raclettes...), breakfast utensils (coffee makers drip and express, kettles, juicers, toasters, etc.), irons, shoe shine machines, wine cellars, and appliances for cleaning the house.

EIn the cleaning section it has a wide variety of products: sled vacuum cleaners, with and without bags, wet and dry vacuum cleaners, handheld vacuum cleaners, stick vacuum cleaners and robot vacuum cleaners.

Hoover

Hoover, as we have already anticipated, is a name linked to the birth of the vacuum cleaner.

More than 100 years ago, Hoover began producing vacuum cleaners in a small corner of his store., at a rate of six devices a day. Today it is a multinational that has diversified its range, although not as much as other giants in the sector.

It also offers large appliances (washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators and freezers), microwaves, ironing centers and vacuum cleaners.

Within the cleaning section there is a wide range, since it has sled-type vacuum cleaners, stick vacuum cleaners, corded and battery-powered, cleaning robots, steam cleaners, manual vacuum cleaners, waxers, and even a successful mattress vacuum cleaner.

iLifeRobot

The Chinese company has been in the market since 2007. In these years it has sold more than 10 million products and continues to grow. With several Research and Development centers, it is a pioneering manufacturer in some aspects. For example, since April 2013, it implemented the lithium battery as a standard in all its products, ahead of other manufacturers. And in 2014, it launched the first 3-in-1 robot vacuum cleaner on the market: sweeper, vacuum cleaner and mop.

I life is a manufacturer that also take care of the design, as shown by some of its robots covered in tempered glass, which gives it an elegant and sophisticated image. 

iRobot

Discuss iRobot is talking about technology. Not in vain, it was founded by robotics specialists from MIT, the prestigious Institute located in Cambridge (Massachusetts).

With less than 30 years of existence, The company invoices hundreds of millions of dollars a year and has more than 500 employees., dedicated to a very specific type of product: robots, but not in humanoid form, but rather to perform specific tasks.

In the home environment, iRobot offers its models Roomba, who They are the reference in the world of robot vacuum cleaners, and the Braava, which are a family of mop robots, which allow both dry and wet cleaning, and even mop.

Karcher

Karcher is another German company, dedicated to cleaning systems. It is over 80 years old, and also has a professional range of vacuum cleaners, sweepers and washing systems.

In the domestic sphere, Karcher offers, in addition to its well-known high pressure water cleaners (in some countries, Karcher is used synonymously with high-pressure water cleaning), stick vacuum cleaners, electric brooms, steam cleaners, glass cleaners and even a wax vacuum cleaner.

LG

LG is one of the most powerful Korean multinationals. Born after World War II, as a merger of two consortiums (Lucky and Goldstar), it produces a wide variety of electronic devices: mobile phones, computers, televisions, Blu-ray, sound bars, mini stereo systems, refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, microwaves , air conditioning… and vacuum cleaners.

LG has specialized in cordless vacuum cleaners, even offering high-power sled vacuum cleaners, which have up to 40 minutes of autonomy.

In addition, it offers various broom vacuum cleaners, and also has a wide range of robots, for those who want more comfort when cleaning their home.

Honey

Miele is a German manufacturer (another!) also born more than 100 years ago, in 1899. In addition to supplying the industrial sector (laboratories and hospitals, laundries...), it specializes in high-end products for the home.

Miele has a wide variety of appliances: hobs, ovens and extractor hoods, coffee machines, refrigerators and freezers, dishwashers, washing machines, dryers and of course, vacuum cleaners.

In this area, it offers sled vacuum cleaners, which are divided into three ranges, depending on their size and equipment, and a robot vacuum cleaner, equipped with a long-lasting battery.

Neato Robotics

Company emerged from the Stanford Annual Entrepreneur Challenge. It is going to be a company similar to iRobot, the creators of the Roomba, but smaller and with fewer years of filming, since it was founded in 2010.

Focused on robot vacuum cleaners, Neato It has devices with a Wi-Fi connection and LaserSmart navigation system, Lithium battery and remote control from an App, which even works from the Apple Watch and Android watches.

Nilfisk

The one from the Danish manufacturer It is another of the proper names linked to the birth of vacuum cleaners..

Founded more than 100 years ago, today it is a multinational whose products are sold in more than 100 countries, focused on cleaning products, both in the professional and home fields.

In addition to vacuum cleaners, it offers scrubbers, sweepers, lawn mowers, weed control machines, pressure washers, etc.

In the field of home vacuuming, it has vacuum cleaners for dry and wet, for exterior cleaning, central vacuum systems and pressure washers.

Nilfisk offers sled-type devices, with or without a bag, 2-in-1 broom type (the handheld vacuum cleaner can be removed to use separately), as well as a complete range of vacuum cleaners of dust and water.

Philips

Philips is a company founded in 1891 by Gerard Philips, in the Dutch town of Eindhoven (the name of that city's team, PSV, is an acronym for Philips Sport Vereniging, since it was founded by Philips employees in the city).

Initially, it was dedicated to the production of lamps, entering the medical field in 1918, with the production of an X-ray tube and a repair service for x-ray machines.

In 1926 he settled in Spain, with the creation of Philips Ibérica.

In 1927 it began to produce radios and other small appliances.

In 1948, he carried out the first demonstration of television in Spain, eight years before broadcasts began in our country.

Currently, the company has diversified its markets, becoming a multinational with more than 100.000 employees worldwide., which provides products and services for industry and professional use, and for the home, being one of the main companies in the field of lighting and health care (for example, in ultrasound equipment).

In the domestic sphere, it continues to offer image and sound products (televisions, home cinema, Blu-Ray...), has a long history in the personal care (shavers, hair clippers, epilators...) and the oral hygiene, and has a wide range of baby products. Furthermore, he remains one of the world's leading players in the field of lighting.

On the other hand, it has a wide catalog of small appliances, among which are coffee machines, kettles, blenders, toasters, grill plates, sandwich makers, fryers, irons and ironing centers, telephones... and vacuum cleaners.

Within the world of aspiration, Philips has a wide range of products to cover all needs.. It has vacuum cleaners with and without bags, upright vacuum cleaners, dry and wet vacuum cleaners, robot vacuum cleaners, steam cleaners and handheld vacuum cleaners.

Polti

Polti is an Italian company founded in 1978. Franco Polti, its founder, created Vaporella, the first steam iron with an iron boiler for the home.

Five years later, its best-known product was born, whose name became the standard, the Vaporetto., which allowed the house to be cleaned with steam at 120º.

In 1994, he would begin the production of another of the important branches of his business, that of coffee machines.

Another important milestone for the company occurred in 1999, with the launch of Lecologico, the first vacuum cleaner with a water filter, which eliminates paper bags, and which, thanks to its filtering system, returns purified air.

Currently, is a multinational present in more than 50 countries (although much of its production continues to take place in Italy), specialized in products related to steam.

In addition to its vaporettos and the Lecologico range, with water filter, it also offers traditional vacuum cleaners, with and without bags, and 2-in-1 stick vacuum cleaners, which have a detachable handheld vacuum cleaner.

Rowenta

Rowenta is a German company, founded (like many of those that appear in this guide) in the XNUMXth century by Robert Weintraud. Since 1988, it belongs to the French group SEB, which brings together other brands, such as Krups, Moulinex and Tefal.

Initially, it produced office equipment, smoking accessories, lamps and watches. Later, it entered the world of household appliances, starting the manufacture of irons, and then entered the world of coffee makers. In 1974 it launched its first vacuum cleaner on the market..

Among its values ​​is ecologyFor this reason, the company has formed a partnership with the WWF (one of the most important nature conservation organizations in the world), to place ecological design among the fundamental pillars of its products.

Rowenta offers a multitude of clothing care devices (irons, ironing centers, steam brushes...), the environment (fans, heating, air purifiers, dehumidifiers), for the kitchen (toasters) opfor personal care (hair clippers, epilators, dryers, etc.), in addition to, of course, vacuum cleaners.

In this section, Rowenta has a wide variety of sled-type vacuum cleaners, with and without a bag. Additionally (in part, because of that association with WWF), It is one of the leading companies in vacuum cleaners silent or low noise, and is also one of the outstanding in the field of stick vacuum cleaners with its range of articulated vacuum cleaners X Force Flex.

It also has handheld vacuum cleaners, and a broom and steam mop vacuum cleaner (clean & steam), which, in addition to functioning as a powerful vacuum cleaner with cyclonic technology, has a steam washing function, and easy-to-clean microfiber mops. change.

In addition, sOur renewed range of robot vacuum cleaners is having great success in the market, offering power, a good filtering system and balanced operation in all aspects.

Samsung

Samsung is a large Korean business conglomerate born in 1938. It has a large presence in the electronics industry, although it also works for the airline and automobile industries, providing medical and financial services, life insurance, chemical products, and much more.

The part best known to the public is Samsung Electronics, a multinational with around half a million employees worldwide., which produces televisions and sound equipment, tablets, monitors, printers...

For its part, Samsung Mobile, the company's mobile division, is one of the most active, producing a large number of models each year, not only from its Galaxy range, the best known, but many others that cover the entire price range.

In the household appliances section, Samsung has a very wide range of products: refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, microwaves, and has a prominent position in the field of air conditioning.

And as it could not be otherwise, it also manufactures vacuum cleaners, where appropriate, sled vacuum cleaners (with or without a bag) and robot vacuum cleaners, with anti-fall sensors, virtual barriers, rotation sensors to avoid entanglements, etc.

Siemens

Another German company, within this mega guide on vacuum cleaners, which exceeds one hundred years of history. Born in 1847, it began working on a large scale from its beginnings, because in 1848 he built the first long-distance telegraph line in Europe, and a few years later, he would complete the very extensive line between Calcutta (India) and London (England).

Nowadays, Siemens is a multinational with 372.000 employees, according to the data of your report as of September 2017 (in 2011, for example, it had 359.000, according to its Annual memory), with a turnover of more than 83.000 million euros, and a powerful investment in R&D, above 4.000 million euros, which allows it to be at the forefront in a multitude of areas.

Offer psychological therapy to employees products for industry (digital factories, manufacturing processes), it is one of the leaders in energy generation, has a powerful division in health and health technologies, as well as a wide catalog of solutions in the field of transport and infrastructure: wagons and locomotives, metro trams, etc., highway control centers, traffic meters, environmental data systems, parking management systems, all types of systems for airports... and a long etcetera.

In the home sector, Siemens (which is within the BSH group, which markets the Bosch, Siemens, Gaggenau, Neff, Ufesa and Balay brands) has a wide variety of products., both for cooking (ovens, hobs, hoods, microwaves...), dishwashers, coffee makers, clothes care (washing machines, dryers...), for food preservation (refrigerators, freezers, wine cellars...), ironing...

And of course, vacuum cleaners, where has a complete range of sled vacuum cleaners, with and without bags, to cover all types of needs in terms of power, noise or type of dirt, stick vacuum cleaners and handheld vacuum cleaners.

Taurus

Spanish company that began its journey in 1962, with the production of coffee grinders and hair dryers. With the years, Taurus It has been growing and expanding around the world, also making some purchases (for example, in 2009, the DIY company Casals joined the group, and in 2014 it acquired Solac).

Thus, Taurus has become one of the reference groups in small appliances in Spain, with a wide range of appliances for the professional sector and the home, including food processors, kitchen robots, mixers, microwaves, ovens, grill plates, ironing centers, scales, radiators, fans, dryers, etc.

In the field of vacuuming it has a wide variety of products, including sled-type vacuum cleaners, with and without a bag, stick vacuum cleaners, robot vacuum cleaners, with its renewed Homeland range, and even a lithium battery-powered glass cleaner.

Ufesa

Basque Navarrese manufacturer, born in the 60s from the union of 13 family companies, andIt is one of the main Spanish small appliance companies, and was acquired by Bosch Siemens (BSH group) in 1998.

It has a wide range of food preparation appliances (mixers, kneaders, mincers...), for the breakfast (coffee makers, juicers, toasters, kettles...), for the hair care (dryers, irons...), for the beauty and health (massage devices, bathroom scales...), and, of course, for the House cleaning.

Ufesa has various bagged and cyclonic vacuum cleaners, broom vacuum cleaners and handheld vacuum cleaners.