October 2021
Vacuum Cleaners: Aggregated Ranking Report
This report contains an aggregate consensus of Vacuum Cleaner rankings posted by key online experts, as of October 2021.
At a glance - October 2021 Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Vacuum Cleaner |
Consumer Reports
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Tom's Guide
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This Old House
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Wirecutter
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Rtings.com
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Good Housekeeping
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The Strategist
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TechRadar
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The Spruce
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HGTV
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1
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- | $1080 |
iRobot Roomba s9+
The best smart vacuum that takes care of itself
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7
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8
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-
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-
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-
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7
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-
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7
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7
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-
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2
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- | $499 |
Miele Triflex HX1
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-
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-
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-
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4
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4
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-
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11
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3
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-
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-
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|
3
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- | $1000 |
Dyson V15 Detect
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-
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-
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-
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-
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3
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-
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9
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1
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-
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-
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|
4
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- | $200 |
Shark Lift Away NV352
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-
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1
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-
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1
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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|
5
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- | $120 |
Shark WandVac Slate
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8
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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8
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-
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3
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|
6
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- | $34 |
Eureka Blaze
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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2
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1
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|
7
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- | $247 |
Bissell Turbo Plus
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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2
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1
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-
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-
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-
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|
8
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- | $249 |
Kenmore Inducer
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1
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4
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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|
9
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- | $180 |
Shark Navigator NV356E
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-
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-
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4
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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1
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-
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|
10
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- | $795 |
Miele Complete C3 Calima
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-
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3
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-
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2
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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|
11
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- | $499 |
Dyson Ball Animal 2
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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2
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-
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3
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-
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|
12
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+1 | $330 |
Shark Apex Self-Cleaning
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-
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2
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5
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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|
13
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-1 | $345 |
Dyson V7 Motorhead
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-
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-
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-
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3
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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9
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|
14
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+1 | $629 |
Dyson V11 Animal
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-
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5
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
|
9
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-
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|
15
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-1 | $34 |
Bissell Featherweight Stick
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-
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-
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-
|
11
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-
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-
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16
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-
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-
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-
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|
16
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- | $795 |
Dyson V11 Outsize
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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5
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-
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5
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-
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-
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We ranked iRobot Roomba s9+ #1 in October 2021 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
- Good performance on wooden floors
- Autonomous dirt disposal
- Advanced navigation capability
- Loud operation
- Expensive
Experts are impressed with the iRobot Roomba s9+, which passed every performance test with flying colors. The suction is powerful enough to collect human/pet hair, small particles, larger debris, and it has no problem picking up dirt from wooden floors. Performance on carpeted areas was almost just as good. Its unique D-shaped design allows it to tackle corners with no difficulty. It uses a smart mapping system so it can remember the layout of various rooms. Most experts also praise its ability to empty the collected dirt into a dustbin without any human intervention. The device intuitively returns to its charging base when it’s time to repower. Once fully-charged, it returns to its previous position to keep cleaning. One negative point some reviewers noted is that it tends to be loud while operating. It may be noisy, but the iRobot Roomba s9+ certainly gets the job done.
Tom's Guide
Our Favorite Robot Vacuum if Price is No Object
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Pros
Attractive, premium design
Mapping was quick and easy
Easy-to-use mapping controls in app
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Cons
Very expensive
Have to buy replacement disposal bags
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Good Housekeeping
Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner
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Pros
Fully-featured robot vacuum
Automatically empties dirt into the bin
Doesn't clog with pet hair
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Cons
Pricey
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TechRadar
The best robot vacuum cleaner
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Pros
Good suction on hard floors
Cleans corners efficiently
Self-emptying
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Cons
Expensive but worth every penny
Dust bags have an ongoing cost
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The Spruce
Best for Pet Hair
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Pros
Does a great job in corners
Self-emptying dust bin
Expertly handles pet hair
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Cons
Occasionally has trouble docking itself
Expensive
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We ranked Miele Triflex HX1 #2 in October 2021 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
TechRadar
The best vacuum cleaner for pets
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Pros
Powerful suction
Can be used as a stick vacuum or a handheld cleaner
Swappable battery means fewer interruptions to your cleaning
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Cons
Expensive
Heavy to use as a handheld cleaner
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend Vacuum Cleaners.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of Vacuum Cleaners, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for October 2021 ranking
Consumer Reports
Tom's Guide
This Old House
Wirecutter
Rtings.com
Good Housekeeping
The Strategist
TechRadar
The Spruce
HGTV
We ranked Dyson V15 Detect #3 in October 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Dyson V15 Detect as #1.
TechRadar
The best vacuum cleaner you can buy
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Pros
Powerful Suction
Laser highlights hidden dust
Informative LCD Screen
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Cons
Average-sized dust canister
Noisy on full power
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We ranked Shark Lift Away NV352 #4 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Shark Lift Away NV352 as #1.
Tom's Guide
The Best Vacuum is Great At Picking Up Everything
|
Pros
Great performance at an affordable price
Swivel head for multidirectional cleaning
Able to tone down the suction for small rugs and delicate fabrics
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Cons
Brush roll isn't removable
A little heavy and clunky to disassemble and reassemble
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We ranked Shark WandVac Slate #5 in October 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
TechRadar
The best vacuum for small spills
|
Pros
Lightweight
Strong suction
Easy to empty
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Cons
Noisy
Much shorter battery life
Small that usual dust canister
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We ranked Eureka Blaze #6 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Eureka Blaze as #1.
The Spruce
Best Budget
|
Pros
Lightweight
Works as a handheld vacuum or crevice tool
Great for quick cleaning tasks
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Cons
Not a deep cleaning device
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We ranked Bissell Turbo Plus #7 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Bissell Turbo Plus as #1.
Good Housekeeping
Best Vacuum Cleaner For Pet Hair
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Pros
Brush roll and dust cup help eliminate pet hair messes
Sealed to trap allergens
Well-priced
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We ranked Kenmore Inducer #8 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Kenmore Inducer as #1.
Tom's Guide
A Heavy But Effective Vacuum Cleaner
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Pros
Great performance on carpet
Good edge cleaning
Long cord
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Cons
Heavy
Not easily maneuverable
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We ranked Shark Navigator NV356E #9 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Shark Navigator NV356E as #1.
This Old House
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Pros
Ha a brush-roll shutoff button for an easy switch between carpet and bare floors
Contains a HEPA filter to keep dust and allergens inside
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Cons
The spinning brush is prone to clogging
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The Spruce
Best Overall
|
Pros
Lightweight
Works on hard floors and carpet
Large dust cup
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Cons
Can't go under low furniture
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We ranked Miele Complete C3 Calima #10 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Tom's Guide
Best Canister Vacuum Cleaner
|
Pros
Excellent for wood floors
Good for people with allergies
Attachments securely stored onboard
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Cons
Expensive
Takes up more space than an upright
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We ranked Dyson Ball Animal 2 #11 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
The Spruce
Best for Carpet
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Pros
Specialized attachments
Ergonomic design makes it easy to maneuver
Powerful suction on carpet and hard floors
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Cons
Heavy
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We ranked Shark Apex Self-Cleaning #12 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Tom's Guide
Best Bagless Vacuum Cleaner
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Pros
Excellent pet-hair pickup
Two rollers, one just for bare floors
Relatively quiet
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Cons
Main body topples easily in cannister mode
Short hose
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This Old House
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Pros
Contains an anti-allergens HEPA filter
Has a detachable vacuum pod for extended reach
Has LED lights on the handle and floor nozzle to provide visibility in dark spaces
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Cons
Some users experienced consistent tangling and twisting of the power cord
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We ranked Dyson V7 Motorhead #13 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
We ranked Dyson V11 Animal #14 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Tom's Guide
Splurge-worthy Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner
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Pros
Dynamic Load Sensor adjusts suction automatically
Brushroll automatically adjusts between carpet and bare floors
Informative LCD screen
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Cons
Expensive
Dock only stores two attachments
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The Spruce
Best Stick
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Pros
Lightweight and cordless
Long battery life
Whole-machine filtration system
Includes several accessories
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Cons
Expensive
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We ranked Bissell Featherweight Stick #15 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
We ranked Dyson V11 Outsize #16 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Cleaners” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Cordless Vacuum Cleaner For Large Homes
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Pros
Extra large brush head and dust cup
Automatically adjusts speed and suction
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Cons
Can be too large for some users to handle
Trigger must be continually pressed to operate
Wand is not adjustable
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TechRadar
The best vacuum cleaner for big homes
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Pros
Covers more ground
Much larger bin
Helpful LCD screen
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