How to choose a vacuum cleaner? If you are among the people who have asked this question, you will have seen that you have a wide variety of alternatives at your disposal:
- The classic sled vacuum cleaners, with or without a bag (today, you can also find dual vacuum cleaners, which combine the advantages of both systems).
- The vacuum cleaners with water filter, ideal for achieving a purer environment.
- The broom vacuum cleaners, light and manageable, and with more than enough autonomy and power for daily cleaning.
- robot vacuum cleaners, which provide maximum comfort, since they alone take care of (almost) everything.
- handheld vacuum cleaners, which can be a good solution for collecting crumbs, cleaning corners, or leaving our car spotless.
- Wet-dry vacuum cleaners, perfect for cleaning places where there may be humidity, such as garages, porches, etc.
Furthermore, within each of these categories we have a large number of manufacturers, each of which offers us a wide range of models and features.
In short, choosing a vacuum cleaner, and making sure it is the most suitable for our needs, can be complicated.
Don't worry, at Mi Aspiradora we will try to help you with your choice, remember: We analyze, you choose.
Table of contents
1. Choose the type of vacuum cleaner
When choosing a vacuum cleaner, the first thing you should be clear about is what type of device is best for you..
If you don't have a vacuum cleaner, you should opt for a model that allows you to thoroughly clean all types of surfaces.
In this case, sled-type vacuum cleaners (including water filter ones) would be your first choice. They are the most complete, offering good power and a multitude of accessories, so that they clean all types of floors, corners, upholstery, etc. well.
Another possibility would be to acquire a 2 in 1 broom vacuum cleaner, or combine a stick vacuum cleaner with a handheld vacuum cleaner.
However, Other categories of vacuum cleaners, such as robots or handheld ones, are for more specific uses and, in general, insufficient for the general and thorough cleaning of a home.
Each type of vacuum cleaner has its advantages and disadvantages, depending on:
- How is your house.
- How often do you clean the house.
- If you have animals.
- If there are people at home with allergies.
- The budget you have.
Below we show you a table that can help you choose the type of vacuum cleaner. In it, we summarize how the main types of vacuum cleaners generally perform with respect to a series of characteristics (the more stars, the better):
Feature | sled | water filter | broom | robot |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Spacious home | ||||
Daily cleaning | ||||
Deep cleaning | ||||
Power | ||||
Weight : | ||||
Comfort | ||||
Noise | ||||
Animals | ||||
Allergies | ||||
Price |
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2. What is your house like?
Size matters, and you should take it into account when choosing the type of vacuum cleaner.
If you have a very large home, sled-type vacuum cleaners will suit you well, since they do not depend on a battery, although you must take into consideration their radius of action, which depends fundamentally on the length of the cable.. The radius of action usually ranges from 8 to 11 meters (vacuum cleaners like the Nilfisk Performer Superior reach an extraordinary 13 meters).
If you are thinking of choosing a broom-type vacuum cleaner, you should take into account the tank capacity and its autonomy (how many minutes the battery lasts). Also keep in mind that the battery life declared by the manufacturer depends on the power you aspire to. That is, if you use maximum power, it will last much less.
If you opt for a robot vacuum cleaner, you should also take into account its autonomy (to see if it is capable of cleaning the floor in one go) and the capacity of the tank., which is usually quite small, which will force you to empty the drawer with some frequency.
If your home is very small, you should take this into account. when buying a device that can take up a lot of space.
What type of surfaces are you going to clean?
At first, Vacuum cleaners clean both hard floors and carpets. But they do not do it with the same effectiveness in all areas.. Robot vacuum cleaners, for example, have less power than sled and broom-type vacuum cleaners. Therefore, they work well on hard floors, but not so much on carpets.
But even powerful vacuum cleaners, by design, can do better on one surface than another. Thus, It is advisable that you review the energy label when buying your vacuum cleaner (At the moment, only devices that run dry and plugged into the mains have it).
Do you want to know more about the best stick vacuum cleaner on the market? Visit our article on the Dyson V15 Detect:
If your home has pile carpets, you will want to choose a vacuum cleaner with a high efficiency (A or B) in that section.
How often do you clean
To keep the house clean every day, the best choice is robot vacuum cleaners (which take care of the task themselves) or stick vacuum cleaners., which allow cleaning to be carried out quickly and comfortably.
For deep cleaning (the classic weekly cleaning), the best alternative is sled-type vacuum cleaners, which combine good power with a wide variety of accessories.
3. power
Power is one of the most sought after and valued characteristics by many users. I want a powerful vacuum cleaner!
The first thing you should keep in mind is that the nominal power (the watts that that vacuum cleaner has) is not the same as its suction power (the force with which it absorbs through the tube)..
Although, in principle, they have a certain relationship, it is not completely direct. That is, there may be vacuum cleaners with fewer watts (which implies lower electricity consumption) that have a greater suction capacity (that suck better).
In short, what Greater power in watts does not guarantee better suction power.. For example, Dyson vacuum cleaners They base their success on a great suction capacity, thanks to their advanced design.
You must also see if they have power regulation, since not all vacuum cleaners have this possibility.
4. Energy label
Related to the previous section, with the arrival of the European regulation that regulates energy labels, the nominal power was limited to a maximum of 1.600 watts (which will be 900 from September 2017), but this has not led to a loss of performance.
Manufacturers have increased the efficiency of the devices and redesigned the motors, tubes, inlet angles, sealing of the device, etc., so that they have achieved vacuum cleaners with performance equal to or greater than the old ones., which exceeded 2.000 watts.
In addition, the energy label summarizes various characteristics that tell you what that vacuum cleaner is like:
- Its energy efficiency.
- How about cleaning on hard floors.
- How to vacuum carpets.
- How much dust is re-emitted into the atmosphere.
- What is your annual energy consumption.
- How much noise it makes.
Take a good look at it before deciding on one or the other model..
If you want to see which are the most valued sled vacuum cleaners, among those that sell the most, you can take a look at our buying guides.
5. Weight
Sled-type vacuum cleaners are heavy (usually between 6 and 8 kilograms, or even 9). Although they have wheels to move them, it requires some effort and, if you also have to lift it to transport it (for example, if your home has stairs), you will probably want to have another lighter vacuum cleaner, for example, a broom type.
6 Comfort
If convenience is important to you, you should choose a robot vacuum cleaner. In this section they are, without a doubt, the kings of the segment, since they can do the job practically alone. Stick and hand-held vacuum cleaners are also very comfortable, while sled-type vacuum cleaners would be the least manageable in this sense.
7. noise
Vacuum cleaners are a rather noisy appliance. If you are looking for a device that does not make too much noise, choose those that are 68 decibels or lower.
To achieve quieter devices, manufacturers have resorted to various techniques:
- Engine suspension, to avoid vibrations.
- Use of acoustic insulators.
- Use of innovative materials, which are quieter and vibrate less.
Rowenta has a wide range of vacuum cleaners with a low noise level, the Silence Force.
For its part, the pioneer brand in the world of vacuum cleaners offers you the Hoover TE75, with 66 decibels.
Another manufacturer with more than 100 years of history, Electrolux, offers the incredible range of Ultra Silencer vacuum cleaners, with a decibel range between 58 and 61, and a great rating.
Do you want more information about the best-selling and best-rated silent vacuum cleaners on the market? Visit our article:
8. Animals
If you have pets at home, the issue of hair is an important issue. In the sled vacuum cleaners you can find various special models for animals, such as the Dyson Cinetic Big Ball Animal Pro, the Electrolux SilentPerformer Animal, or the Bosch Zoo'o ProAnimal.
9. Allergies
If someone in your home has allergies, vacuum cleaners with a water filter are a good choice, since this type of filter better traps impurities.. Also look at the type HEPA filter that they incorporate, whether it is H13 or H14 for more effective filtering.
Within vacuum cleaners with water filter, alternatives such as Thomas Perfect Air Allergy Pure or the Karcher DS 6 They can be interesting.
As for vacuum cleaners with H13 and H14 HEPA filter, you can consider the Rowenta RO7769, the wonderful Bosch BGS5SIL66B Relaxx'x ProSilence or the sensational Bosch GL-30 ProHygienic, with ULPA U15 filter.
10 Price
Logically, the vacuum cleaner you are going to buy depends on the budget you have.
Robot vacuum cleaners tend to be more expensive devices, usually above 300 euros.
For their part, stick vacuum cleaners are usually above 100, and usually exceed 150.
In this sense, you can choose a sled-type vacuum cleaner, which has a wider price range; You can find a wide variety of vacuum cleaners from various brands for less than 100 euros with a great rating.
For example, we can highlight the cyclonic Hoover Sprint Evo SE51, Rowenta RO4825, Conga Eco Extreme 3000 and Philips FC9332/09, or the 4A vacuum cleaner with bag Hoover TE80.
Good afternoon,
I have been trying for a long time to find information about the best vacuum cleaner that I should buy according to my needs and I am still not clear. I live alone and I don't have animals. 80 meter apartment. I am looking for a broom or robot vacuum cleaner that is quite powerful and can vacuum stoneware and carpet floors well and that is not very noisy. In the case of the robot, I only want it to vacuum, I would not use the floor cleaning function. I don't want to spend more than €300. I would use it quite a bit since I have been used to using the vacuum cleaner instead of the broom for years and I am a little picky about cleaning. I hope you can help me and have an answer soon since I want to buy it now. Greetings.
Hello, Carmen, thank you for visiting our website.
In brooms you have several interesting options around or below that price, with quality brands such as (you can see the analysis of all of them on our website) Roborock (the Robo Rock H7) or Dreame (the Dreame T30 Neo) and others that are hitting hard like Laresar (for example, the Elite 4 or the Elite 5), Buture (the JR300 or the JR400) or Honiture (the S12).
In robots, for that price you can get a model with laser technology, which will be more effective and efficient, it is very well priced now. Dream L10 Pro. You can also consider a robot with self-emptying for greater convenience, for example, the Honiture Q6; You can also take a look at the Roomba i3 + (although it is a little more expensive and without laser navigation).
All the best
Hello Aaron, thank you for coming to our website.
In this range we do not have information about the Pascals. The ThunderBrush is a device that works well and will be enough for the day, providing great comfort. Logically, its power is lower than that of the RockStar range, although these also have a higher price.
All the best
Hellooo,
I wanted to know what you think of cecotec conga thunderbrush 820 29.5v
I bought it and I don't know if I did it right.
It is for daily use and I have a dog
It doesn't say how many kpa it has, but I thought it was fine.
How is it?
Good afternoon, the sled vacuum cleaner I had has broken down, it is quite old now and with which we do the weekly cleaning. For a couple of years we have had a Cecotec broom that we use from time to time because of how fast and comfortable it is. I was considering buying a robot and only having the robot, and the stick vacuum cleaner for when I want to clean more thoroughly. I don't know if it's a good idea or if by buying the robot I'll end up needing the sled one too. It is a 100m2 apartment (Parquet and ceramic) without carpets and we have a cat. What do you think please? Thank you very much for advising us!
Hello, Laura, thank you for coming to our website.
We don't know what model of broom you have, if it is one Conga RockStar, without a doubt, is a good combination. Many users opt for a duo of this type, due to the comfort it provides.
The robot does the bulk of the work in cleaning the floors, and the broom cleans the rest, taking advantage of its versatility to also clean ceilings, furniture, upholstery, etc., and goes over the floor if you want to do a deep cleaning or to some corners or areas that the robot cannot reach; If the broom has good power (that's why we gave you the RockStar), those two devices will be enough for you, and you will gain in comfort.
All the best
Thank you very much for your advice, I will do it that way then, have a robot+broom. Of course, my Cecotec broom is not the one you mentioned, it is called conga ergoextreme 29.6V, but I suppose it could also work, right?
Regarding the robot, I have also been looking at the cheaper ones from Cecotec, and it is not clear to me what the difference is between the 990 and the 1090...?? I see that you both also do the scrubbing and mopping? And about returning to the charging base alone, and the price is similar. Could you tell me what the difference is between them and which one would be better in my case? Or if there is another one with a similar budget that you would recommend to me. Thank you so much!
Hello again, Laura.
We said it about the RockStar because they are more powerful, but if you already have the ErgoExtreme 29,6 you can also get a good result (in the future, if you change it, take a look at the RockStar 😉 ).
The 990 (we assume the Vital, which is the one that exists now), and the 1090 (we assume the normal version, there is a Connected version that can be operated with the mobile) are very similar, the main differences are that the 990 Vital has a mixed tank for solids and liquids, while in the case of the 1090 it has one for solids (larger) and one for liquids (with a small compartment for solids).
This has the advantage for the 1090 that you can have the solids tank on regularly, with greater capacity, so you will have to empty it less often, and put the liquids tank on only when you are going to scrub. Although there are also people who prefer to have only one, as in the case of the 990 Vital, and forget about having to change it when they want to scrub.
On the other hand, the 1090 includes, in addition to the multifunction brush, a special brush for pets or homes with a lot of hair, as it minimizes tangles.
All the best
Good afternoon
I would like to congratulate you for the article and blog and take the opportunity to ask for your advice on some questions I have regarding the purchase of a new vacuum cleaner.
I have used a sled-type vacuum cleaner all my life, the last one was a 1900v Rowenta that has done its job. I say this because nowadays I prefer something more functional like a broom type.
My doubt arose when I saw some characteristics that made me doubt what I a priori considered to be a quick choice.
My apartment is 90 meters, three people live there and we have a pet. Vacuum cleaning – let's say thoroughly – is carried out once a week.
With this profile I have been interested, and therefore I have looked first of all, that the suction power that different models offered me was high. If possible, very high.
Then the battery life.
Likewise, the dust storage capacity
Weight and handling
The accessories
Its consumption and of course the price. It's clear.
Since many brands and models currently have all of this together, I found that where I asked they only offered me Dyson. It seems that there is nothing else on the market, that there are no brands like Bosch, Miele, Rowenta, Polti, etc. It's gotten to the point where it's made me change my mind and make me reluctant to spend 400 euros for the basic Dyson model.
A certain acquaintance more expert than me on the subject has suggested that I look at Hoover and Nilfisk, I think they are traditional, one is American and the other Danish, that's how it is, right?
What opinion do you both deserve? I have been able to see the HF822OF and HF522NPW models, both from Hoover, as well as the Easy 28v and Easy 36v from Nilfisk, although I don't know why they told me that it is better for the motor to be at the top and not at the bottom as it is. the case of Nilfisk.
Could you please advise me? And if you see it necessary, advise me on other models or brands if possible and consider appropriate.
Thank you very much in advance.
Regards
Marta
Hello, Marta, thank you for visiting our website and for your encouragement :-).
Nowadays many people are switching to stick vacuum cleaners, due to the comfort they provide and because in many cases they provide even more power than a corded sled vacuum cleaner. Stick vacuum cleaners have improved a lot in the last two years, and although Dyson continues to be the reference, there are a few brands that also offer very good results at a more reasonable price.
The motor on the top allows for a better balance of weights and easy handling; "Stick-type" broom vacuum cleaners can be used as a handheld vacuum cleaner and for cleaning at heights, which is why today they are the most successful, while models like the Nilfisk that they mention are already falling behind.
As for possibilities outside of Dyson, there are many today, we recommend that you take a look at our article TOP Broom 2020, there you can see a few very interesting ones, classified by price ranges; You can also take a look at these two most recent ones, the RockStar 700 X-Treme and Dreame V11. Anything, you tell us.
All the best
Hello, good morning, I want to buy an upright vacuum cleaner, 2×1, (Bissell 2024 Featherweight Stick Vacuum Cleaner) I want it to replace my broom because of my dog's hair more than anything, window cracks and since it is for the car and armchair (the manual one), what do you tell me? Will it work for me?
Thank you very much already!!!
Greetings. -
Hello, Florencia, thank you for coming to our website.
Bissell is a brand with a long tradition, well known in the United States. The vacuum cleaner you mention can be used for these uses, always keeping in mind that it is simple and basic range (for example, the same brand has some specific ones for homes with pets, such as the CrossWave Pet Pro, but they already go much further in price).
All the best
Hello, I have a roomba 500 series and I am thinking of buying another vacuum cleaner to do a more thorough cleaning once a week. I used to have a vacuum cleaner with a water filter but it is very cumbersome.
I don't know whether to decide on a Dyson Cinetic Big Ball Absolute or a Dyson V11. I have a two-story house with parquet floors, ceramics and not too thick carpets.
I would appreciate some advice
Hello, Paula, thank you for coming to our website.
Well, the truth is that it is a difficult choice, they are two magnificent vacuum cleaners, we assume that you have already been seeing our articles on the Kinetic Big Ball and the V11If not, we recommend that you take a look at them.
In our opinion, if we were in your case and we had to choose, perhaps we would opt for the V11, for the comfort when walking from one floor to another, in addition to being the latest of the latest. By the way, right now, if you opt for that, a promotion has just come out on the official website where you get a tube of the color you choose, for free (you can also see it in our article).
All the best
Good night!
We are looking for a sled vacuum cleaner. When we went to buy it, they informed us that we have to take into account the meters of our house so that the motors do not burn out. THIS IS SO??? Looking on the Internet, this information is not reported anywhere, it has caught us by surprise.
We are looking for a rowenta that, in addition to being class A on hard floors, is also class A on carpets, and has good quality filters, since I am allergic to dust and mites.
Could you recommend any to us?
Thank you!!
Hello, Patricia, thank you for visiting our website.
Well, said that way, it may perhaps seem a little alarmist. We understand what they mean, in fact, some appliances include a thermostat to avoid possible overheating. This can happen either due to prolonged operation of the device or due to other causes, such as blockages in the tube, filter, etc. It is also advisable not to overfill the capacity of the tank or bag, since the fuller it is, the more effort the motor will make.
In any case, in homes of normal size and under normal conditions, there are no such problems, which is why it is not something that is usually talked about (you do have to look, in any case, for possible obstructions, and you have to be aware filters as clean as possible).
In the case of the Rowenta, it is a guarantee mark, and we have not seen or heard of any problems of this type. As for the recommendation, we can mention two that are very good, the Rowenta 6432 and Rowenta 6477. You can also take a look at our article about 4A vacuum cleaners, for more information.
All the best
Hello,
Could you help me with energy... I have bought the 2x1 broom vacuum cleaner from Lidl. I have read all the features and no suction power, the only thing it says is nominal power for floors of 5w and a 90w handpiece. It does not indicate energy efficiency, nor what type of Hepa filter It takes… It cost me €60 and I have many doubts because I didn't indicate the important details… I don't know whether to add something more and buy another one with which I can play it safe…
I hope you can advise me.
Thanks a million and greetings
Hello, Susana, thank you for visiting our website.
We can't say much about the Lidl broom vacuum cleaner, we don't know it... We assume it is this model, but it does not indicate the type of filter, and the power, which is usually indicated in volts on stick vacuum cleaners, is 16, which is not excessive.
Nowadays, we would recommend at least 25 volts, and from there up, the bad thing is that in that case, you are already spending more money, as in the case of the Conga ErgoPower, 25,9 volts, which is currently at 89 euros, the ErgoExtreme, 29,6 volts, which is 99 euros, or the Hoover ATV324, 32,4 volts, which is now at 119.
All the best
Why don't they force the sled and broom vacuum cleaners to indicate the suction power?
Hello Evarist, thank you for visiting our website.
Well, it is a good question, the regulations have focused on the one hand on the reduction of the nominal power (which determines consumption), as a way of seeking ecology (by reducing the energy consumption of each device, millions of dollars are avoided. kilowatts each year).
On the other hand, it offers you this information in part based on the efficiency with which the device does its job on different surfaces, according to standards that are defined in the European regulations (so that devices that obtain an A in that section , have the highest rating).
But, as you say, the suction power is not listed on the label, which would also be very interesting information for users. A vacuum cleaner can be very efficient, but have lower suction power than others that are less efficient. This means that the latter will consume more kilowatts, but will be more efficient when vacuuming.
All the best
GOOD DAY, I BUYED A SOLAC STILE VACUUM CLEANER, BUT I AM WORRIED BECAUSE I THINK IT HAS LITTLE POWER, 600W, I HAVE LOOKED AT EVERYTHING WHEN I PURCHASED IT BUT NOT THIS AND I THINK IT INTERFERES WITH ITS SUCTION, I AM ABOUT TO RETURN IT AND GET ANOTHER…Could I have another one? HELP? THANK YOU SO MUCH
Hello Barbara, thank you for stopping by our page.
As we mentioned, due to European regulations, the power of vacuum cleaners has been reduced. This power actually refers to the consumption of the device (you can see more information in our article on the energy label https://www.miaspiradora.com/blog/como-interpretar-etiqueta-energetica-aspiradoras/).
There is no completely direct relationship between the power of the vacuum cleaner and its suction capacity (or power), since it depends on its efficiency, on how much it is able to use this power to suck. In this way, it is possible that vacuum cleaners with a lower rated power have a higher suction power. In this sense, for example, there are various vacuum cleaners on the market with powers around 700-750 watts, which are equivalent to the old 2.000-watt vacuum cleaners, because the ability to transform power into suction capacity has been improved.
In any case, it is possible that the vacuum cleaner you mention, being 600 watts, does not have a very outstanding suction capacity, we would have to see, depending on the model, if it is possible to know what its suction power is. As a guide, a best-seller like the Polti C115 reaches 225 watts of suction power (https://www.miaspiradora.com/aspiradoras-de-trineo/polti-forzaspira-c115-una-de-las-aspiradoras-mas-potentes-del-mercado/), and the powerful Dyson DC 33c Origin, 259 watts (https://www.miaspiradora.com/aspiradoras-de-trineo/dyson-dc33c-origin-una-aspiradora-super-ventas-muy-valorada/).
A greeting.