Everything You Need to Know About Choosing and Using a Vacuum Cleaner
Our home tech team tests and reviews dozens of vacuums every year, from cordless and robot vacuums to powerful options for pet hair and deep cleaning. If you want a clear recommendation, start with our expert buying guide below – or jump straight to the type of vacuum that fits your space, lifestyle, and budget
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Cleaners reveal the 4 habits making your floors dirty – avoid them now and spend less time cleaning, and enjoy spotless floors for longerPublished
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Experts reveal the 3 habits that are warping, scratching, and damaging your hardwood floors – and what to do insteadPublished
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The highly-anticipated Dyson Car+Boat handheld vacuum is as powerful as I expected – but is this tiny but mighty cleaner worth the cost?Published
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This expensive vacuum is like having a toddler who doesn't finish tasks – but it does look goodPublished
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Gtech AirRAM 3 review – as a professional vacuum tester, I love this unique cordless vacuum, but it does have some important drawbacksPublished
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Levoit LVAC-300 cordless vacuum review – as somebody who's spent more than 200 hours testing vacuums, I'm impressedPublished
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I'm a professional vacuum tester, and trust me, this dream combination of 2 vacuum types is superior to having just 1 – and will drastically slash your chore timePublished
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I tested the Bissell SurfaceSense Allergen Pet Lift-Off upright vacuum – and love how impressively it cleans every surface at this pricePublished
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My easy-to-maneuver and lightweight Miele C1 vacuum is perfect if you have back or arm painPublished
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Ultenic U16 Flex review – we've tested 65 vacuums and this is our new favorite budget vacuum cleaner. It's brilliant for hardfloorsPublished
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How we test vacuum cleaners at Homes & Gardens – the testing methodology behind our 82 rigorous reviews (and rising)Last updated
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I've spent over 100 hours testing vacuums – and the Dreame H14 Pro is truly the most impressive vacuum-mop I've ever usedPublished
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I tested the Tineco Floor One Stretch S6 vacuum mop and love how thoroughly it cleans, especially at this price pointPublished
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Tineco Floor One S7 Pro review – everything you could ever want from a hard floor cleanerPublished
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Dyson V15 Detect review – I'm a vacuum tester and this is simply one of the most powerful on the marketLast updated
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Dyson 360 Vis Nav review – Dyson's robot vacuum cleaner isn't quite perfectLast updated
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Miele Complete C3 Cat & Dog Canister Vacuum review – it's great, but doesn't deliver the perfect all-round performance you'd expect at this priceLast updated
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Dyson V8 cordless vacuum review – this classic Dyson is an entry-level cordless but remains a force to be reckoned withLast updated
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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro cordless vacuum review – a premium cleaner with almost flawless performance, but a few snags holding it backPublished
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Miele Duoflex HX1 cordless vacuum review – an impressive cleaner that makes light work of hair, dust and dirt on all surfacesPublished
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Miele Boost CX1 canister vacuum review – a powerful vacuum that's only good at cleaning certain floorsPublished
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Black+Decker dustbuster furbuster AdvanceClean+ Pet Handheld Vacuum review – small yet surprisingly powerfulPublished
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When to replace a vacuum – 6 signs appliance experts always look out forLast updated
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Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop with NeverTouch Pro Base review – low-maintenance cleaning with a friendly price tagPublished
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Do I need a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter? Our experts explain the benefits and what to consider before purchasingLast updated
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I tested the eufy X10 Pro Omni robot vacuum and mop and it's one of the best I've ever used on hard floors and carpetsPublished
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These are the best Shark vacuums on the market – tested and reviewed by our home tech editorsLast updated
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The eufy Robot Vacuum Omni S1 Pro is great for daily cleaning and mopping in a house with kids and pets – and reduced my canister vacuum use by 90%Published
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Shark Cordless PowerDetect Clean and Empty System review – untethered power and flexibilityPublished
