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Neutral dining room with large dinner table and six chairs, abstract light, white walls and ceiling, two arched doorways and windows with open curtains, and a doorway leading to other room in background. To the right, a large fridge freezer is pictured.

Paranoid about bothering neighbors? These are the 3 quietest cordless vacuums we've tested that still banish debris – perfect for apartment living

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Published 12 May 25
Eureka J15 Pro Ultra review – high-tech cleaning that's ultra low-maintenance

Published 2 May 25
I tested the eufy Robot Vacuum 3-in-1 E20 and am impressed – it's light, compact, and perfect for small homes

Published 30 April 25
Engineers reveal the 3 common faults they're always fixing in robot vacuums – and how to prevent these from happening to yours

Published 28 April 25
I've spent 200+ hours testing vacuums and tried the viral tea bag vacuum hack to deodorize naturally. The results surprised me

Published 25 April 25

Bissell Hard Floor Expert canister vacuum review – if your home has smooth floors, this is all you need

Published 23 April 25
Bissell CleanView XR Pet 300W Stick cordless vacuum review – it's a great budget vacuum, but by no means perfect

Published 20 April 25
I tested the Bissell SurfaceSense Allergen Pet Lift-Off upright vacuum – and love how impressively it cleans every surface at this price

Published 19 April 25
Engineers reveal the 4 common faults they're always fixing in Shark vacuums – and how you can prevent them from happening

Published 17 April 25
Dyson V15 Detect vs Dyson V12 Detect Slim – which is right for your home?

Published 16 April 25
How to clean a carpet without a machine – 5 quick methods for a thorough refresh

Last updated 15 April 25

How to clean a terrazzo floor in 5 steps – expert tips to scrub, shine, and seal this sparkling floor finish

Published 11 April 25
My Bissell pet vacuum was struggling until I cleaned the filter – here's how to do it in three quick steps

Published 10 April 25
The SwitchBot K10+ Pro Robot Vacuum Combo is good for small spaces – but the mopping function falls short

Published 9 April 25
This unexpected benefit of owning a robot vacuum has fixed one of my worst housekeeping habits – and my floors have never been so tidy

Published 6 April 25
How to get nail polish out of carpet – 5 simple solutions to successful stain removal

Published 5 April 25
Samsung has just released 'the world's most powerful cordless vacuum' – as an expert vacuum tester, I'm intrigued but skeptical

Published 2 April 25

Katherine Heigl's vacuum is perfect for giving your couch a deep clean – our home tech editor discusses whether her pick is right for you

Published 1 April 25
My easy-to-maneuver and lightweight Miele C1 vacuum is perfect if you have back or arm pain

Published 29 March 25
I'm currently testing and loving the SwitchBot Robot Vacuum K10+ Pro Combo in my house full of dogs – and it's now 50% off

Published 26 March 25
5 genius ways I use vacuum storage bags around my small home, from protecting precious items to doubling my storage space

Published 23 March 25
My must-have cleaning solution for shedding season – I’ve tested 3 eufy robot vacuums and they're a game changer for pet hair cleanup

Published 14 March 25
Ultenic U16 Flex review – we've tested 65 vacuums and this is our new favorite budget vacuum cleaner. It's brilliant for hardfloors

Published 24 February 25

How we test vacuum cleaners at Homes & Gardens – the testing methodology behind our 82 rigorous reviews (and rising)

Last updated 14 February 25
I've spent over 100 hours testing vacuums – and the Dreame H14 Pro is truly the most impressive vacuum-mop I've ever used

Published 13 February 25
I tested the Tineco Floor One Stretch S6 vacuum mop and love how thoroughly it cleans, especially at this price point

Published 12 February 25
I tested the pricey Dyson WashG1, the brand's first vacuum-mop, and it struggles to compete with cheaper market leaders

Published 11 February 25
Tineco Floor One S7 Pro review – everything you could ever want from a hard floor cleaner

Published 10 February 25
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Last updated 7 February 25

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