For a thorough clean across several rooms and upholstery, a cylinder vacuum is well worth considering. A bagged model limits contact with dust when you empty it, while a bagless one avoids the cost of replacement bags but means you’ll need to clean the bin. A cordless stick vacuum is better suited to quick clean-ups, while a robot can automate some of the cleaning on accessible floors. In every case, check how the specific model performs on your floor coverings, as well as its maintenance needs and features.
If you need to clean several types of surface, carpets or a sofa, look at how a vacuum performs on fibres and whether it has suitable brushes, rather than relying on a general power claim. Que Choisir points out that results vary between floor types and models.
If you want to get your vacuum out quickly and put it away without taking up too much space, manoeuvrability matters. Be sure to check the battery life in the mode you’ll actually use, too. Que Choisir notes that the maximum battery life claimed for stick vacuums is measured at low power.
If you’re thinking of scheduling cleaning sessions, check how the vacuum performs on your floor coverings and what maintenance you’ll still need to do. Que Choisir notes that robot vacuum performance can vary depending on the floor type.
To choose a vacuum cleaner for regular household cleaning, start with the surfaces you have and how long you usually spend cleaning. Then compare the type of vacuum, its accessories and the maintenance required to suit your needs.
Worth considering: for a thorough clean across several rooms, especially if you’d rather remove a bag than empty a bin. Check the brushes, upholstery accessories, cleaning radius and the correct bag model.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to move and store the vacuum, then replace the bags. Que Choisir notes that bagged models generally have an advantage when it comes to suction, but this doesn’t guarantee the results of any particular model.
Worth considering: if you’d like a corded vacuum for cleaning several rooms without buying bags, and are happy to clean the bin and filters.
Bear in mind: emptying the bin means more exposure to dust. Compare test results on your floors rather than looking at motor power alone.
Worth considering: for frequent, quick clean-ups, moving around without a cord or homes where storage space is limited.
Bear in mind: the maximum battery life claimed is based on a low-power setting. For a thorough clean, check how long it lasts in the mode you actually need. Que Choisir generally recommends this type of vacuum for lighter, supplementary cleaning.
Worth considering: if you want to schedule cleaning on accessible floors between manual cleans. Check how it navigates your home and how it performs on your floor coverings.
Bear in mind: a robot won’t necessarily clean upholstery or areas it can’t reach. The bin, brushes and docking station also need maintenance.
| Priority | What to check | Who it’s for |
|---|---|---|
| Thorough cleaning across several rooms | Test results on your floor coverings, floor head, cleaning radius and accessories for furniture or awkward corners. | If I want to clean several rooms and different types of floor without overlooking carpets, I compare the results and useful features; around 31% of consumers prioritise a thorough clean. |
| Quick clean-ups and storage | Manoeuvrability, size, battery life in the mode you’ll use and ease of emptying. | For frequent messes, I look for a vacuum that’s quick to get out and put away, while checking that it will last for the length of my clean-ups; around 25% of consumers put quick cleaning first. |
| Pet hair on carpets and upholstery | Results on carpet fibres and whether the vacuum comes with a brush or accessory suited to the upholstery you want to clean. | If pet hair gets caught in carpets or the sofa, I check how the vacuum performs for those specific tasks rather than relying on a single power rating; around 19% of consumers prioritise cleaning pet hair and upholstery. |
| Automated floor cleaning | Navigation between rooms, test results on your floor coverings, and emptying and maintaining the bin or docking station. | To schedule cleaning on accessible floors, I check the robot’s limitations in my home and which tasks will still need to be done by hand; around 13% of consumers prioritise automation. |
| Repairability and maintenance | The rating for the specific model, the details behind its score, and whether parts and consumables are compatible with it. | If I want to consider long-term maintenance, I check which parts are compatible and the repairability rating for the model in question; around 12% of consumers prioritise repairability. |
In France, the repairability index applies to domestic corded vacuum cleaners, cordless battery-powered models and robot vacuum cleaners, according to the DGCCRF. It provides information about how repairable a model is, not how well it cleans.
The floor head and results on the surfaces and types of dirt you need to clean matter too. A robot’s performance can also vary depending on the floor type.
Look for tests covering your floors and, where necessary, carpet fibres. Also check which accessories are actually included.
Que Choisir says that the maximum battery life claimed is measured at low power, so it may differ from how long the vacuum lasts on its highest setting.
Compare battery life in the mode you’ll need, and check the battery replacement terms for the model you’re considering.
Depending on how often you use the vacuum and which mode you choose, recharging or replacing the battery may also be a practical consideration.
The bin on a bagless model needs to be emptied and cleaned. A robot also needs its bin and brushes looked after, even if a docking station means you can empty it by hand less often.
Before choosing, check the instructions for emptying and cleaning the exact model, as well as which consumables are compatible.
Filters, brushes and, for some models, batteries are also worth checking for routine maintenance and potential replacements.
The index applies to a specific model: one vacuum’s score doesn’t apply to every product from the same brand. You’ll also need the exact model details to find parts in the manufacturer’s catalogue.
Compare the scores and their underlying criteria for the models you’re considering, then search for parts using the corresponding model number.
Bagged cylinder vacuums such as the Silence Force² Parquet RO7747EA are worth considering if you’re looking for a manual clean and accessories for different floor types.
The Série 4 BGC21X200 bagless cylinder vacuum is worth considering if you’d rather not buy replacement bags.
The V8 Advanced is a cordless stick vacuum worth considering for quick clean-ups or different types of surface.
The Complete C3 125 Edition is a bagged cylinder vacuum to consider if this type of vacuum and its accessories suit your home.
The Qrevo range is worth considering if you want to automate some floor cleaning, but don’t assume a robot can replace cleaning upholstery.
This selection includes a robot for scheduling some floor cleaning, bagged and bagless cylinder vacuums for cleaning several rooms, and cordless stick vacuums for different surfaces or quick clean-ups.
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Worth considering if you want to schedule floor cleaning and see how a robot performs in a home with hard floors or carpets.
The product listing states that it has LiDAR navigation, obstacle detection and a battery life of 180 minutes. It also lists a bagless self-emptying station and a 10 mm mop lift over carpets.
The listing advises clearing cables and small objects from the floor and placing the station on a hard floor.
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Worth considering for cleaning several rooms if you prefer a bagged cylinder vacuum and want to compare the included accessories for your floors.
The listing states that it has a 4 l bag, 850 W of power and a 9,5 m operating radius. It also mentions a brush for hard floors and carpets, as well as a mini turbo brush.
This model uses a bag; check the reference number for compatible bags.
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Worth considering if you’re looking for a bagless cylinder vacuum for different surfaces and want to check the accessories for upholstery.
The listing states that it has a 2 l bin, 850 W of power and a 9,5 m operating radius. It also mentions a brush for floors and carpets, a parquet brush and a mini turbo brush.
The bin needs to be emptied; the listing describes a two-click emptying system.
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Worth considering for cleaning floors, furniture or the car, thanks to the handheld configuration described in the listing.
The title states 500 W and 50 kPa. The listing claims up to 60 minutes of battery life in Eco mode and 15 to 30 minutes in MAX mode; compare these times with the mode you’ll need.
The listing mentions three speed settings and a touchscreen.
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Worth considering for cleaning carpets, pet hair and above-floor surfaces; check that the accessories are suitable for these tasks.
The title claims 60.000 Pa of suction and up to 65 min of battery life. The listing mentions a removable battery and an anti-tangle brush.
The convertible design can be used as a handheld vacuum; accessories for upholstery and awkward corners are listed.
Not necessarily. Compare test results on your carpets and fibres, and plan to clean upholstery and areas the robot can’t reach. Que Choisir notes that results vary depending on the floor type and that the bin needs to be emptied regularly.
Check that its navigation suits the layout of your home, then look at how it performs on your floor coverings, particularly in corners. If the model uses an app, check that it’s compatible, and allow for emptying and maintaining the bin.
Note down the exact references for bags, filters and brushes and, for a stick vacuum, check the battery replacement terms. Check that parts are compatible with and available for the specific model. The repairability index tells you how repairable a model is, but not how much future purchases will cost.
Yes. In France, the relevant categories are domestic corded vacuum cleaners, domestic cordless battery-powered vacuum cleaners and robot vacuum cleaners. The information includes an index and the criteria used to calculate it, including when products are sold online. The DGCCRF and the Ministry of the Economy clarify that it relates to repairability, not cleaning performance; check the index for the specific model.
No. For a purchase in France by an individual from a professional seller, the statutory guarantee of conformity is compulsory and separate from any optional commercial extension. The Ministry of the Economy recommends checking the terms of any commercial offer separately.