For longer cleaning sessions or demanding carpets, compare test results for bagged and bagless cylinder vacuum cleaners. Then consider dust exposure when emptying the cleaner and the ongoing cost of replacement bags. A stick vacuum could work as your main cleaner if its tested runtime in the mode you’ll actually use is long enough for your cleaning session, and its results suit the surfaces in your home. Otherwise, it may be better as a secondary cleaner. UFC-Que Choisir’s testing protocols assess performance across different surfaces and types of dirt.
You’re looking for a main cleaner to pick up dust and fibres from different floor coverings, as well as clean furniture and corners with the right attachments. UFC-Que Choisir’s protocols assess suction on different floor types.
Filtration and handling dirt matter to you. Compare the complete system and how the bag or bin is emptied, rather than relying on the filter name alone. UFC-Que Choisir describes the differences in use between bagged and bagless cleaners.
You’re considering a stick vacuum as your main cleaner if its results on your floors and its runtime in the mode you need are enough for your cleaning session. UFC-Que Choisir’s tests of cordless stick vacuums also measure runtime and ease of use.
Worth considering : for longer sessions across several rooms, particularly if you have carpets and prefer to collect dust in a bag.
Things to bear in mind : you’ll need to move the cleaner and its cord, and replace the bags. According to UFC-Que Choisir’s guide, a bag limits dust exposure when emptying compared with a bin.
Worth considering : if you prefer a mains-powered cleaner for longer sessions and don’t mind emptying the bin and maintaining the filters.
Things to bear in mind : emptying the bin can expose you to more dust. Going bagless doesn’t mean you can skip cleaning the bin, filters or brushes.
Worth considering : if easy storage and manoeuvrability are priorities, and tests confirm that the model suits your surfaces and cleaning-session length.
Things to bear in mind : the maximum runtime quoted is usually measured at low power. In its tests, UFC-Que Choisir found an average of around ten minutes at full power, though this average doesn’t predict the runtime of any particular model.
| Criteria | What to check | Who should consider it ? |
|---|---|---|
| Performance on different surfaces | Compare test results on hard floors, in parquet floorboard gaps, on carpets and on fibres, as well as checking which brush comes with the variant. | If your home has both hard floors and carpets, I want to know whether the cleaner can also tackle fibres and corners. Around 39 % of consumers prioritise suction across multiple surfaces. |
| Dust and emptying | Check the collection system, how it is emptied and the filtration results for the complete cleaner, where available. | If dust bothers me, I prefer to compare filtration and how the bin is handled before choosing between a bag and a bin. Around 23 % of consumers put dust control at the top of their list of concerns. |
| Ease of handling and runtime | For a stick vacuum, check the runtime in the mode you need, charging time, weight and performance on the carpets in your home. | If I want to move easily between rooms without stopping to clean, I check how long it runs at the power level I need. Around 23 % of consumers prioritise manoeuvrability without interruptions. |
| Maintenance and repairability | Check the product codes for consumables and parts, the warranty terms and the repairability index for the model in question. | If I want to plan ahead for bags, filters and any repairs, I compare the maintenance requirements of each model. Around 15 % of consumers prioritise running costs and repairability. |
Motor power alone doesn’t tell you how well a cleaner will perform on every surface. The design of the floorhead and its ability to pick up dust, clean gaps and remove fibres matter too.
Compare test results for each surface and check exactly which brush is included.
The setting needed for carpets or heavier dirt can reduce runtime. According to UFC-Que Choisir, the maximum runtime quoted is usually measured at low power.
Compare the tested runtime in the mode you need with the length of your cleaning session, and check whether the battery can be replaced.
You’ll need to empty and clean the bin, and look after the filters and brushes too. With a bagged model, you’ll need to replace the consumable bag.
Check the product code for the bags or filters, along with the maintenance instructions, before comparing models.
European Regulation (EU) No 665/2013, which set out this label, was repealed with effect from 18 January 2019.
Don’t treat this old rating as a current regulatory criterion. Instead, look at suction test results and, where applicable, the model’s repairability index.
The Green Force range includes bagged and bagless cylinder vacuum cleaners. The bagged RO6179EA is among the models recently tested by UFC-Que Choisir.
The BGS41PET1 ProAnimal from the Series 6 range is a bagless model worth considering if carpets and fibres are part of your cleaning routine.
The Pure D8 PD82-4ST is a bagged cylinder vacuum cleaner worth considering if noise and moving between rooms are important factors in your choice.
The V11 Advanced cordless stick vacuum lets you consider using a stick vacuum as your main cleaner, while bearing in mind the runtime in the mode you need.
This selection includes bagged and bagless cylinder vacuum cleaners, as well as corded and cordless stick vacuums for cleaning floors, carpets, furniture and corners. Compare their power source, accessories and limitations against the length of your cleaning session and the surfaces in your home.
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Its corded design may suit you if you want to avoid recharging while you clean and the cable length works for your home.
The product details list a power rating of 600 W, claimed suction of 65 kPa, a 7 m cable and a 1,5 l bagless bin.
A mattress brush is listed. Check which accessories come with the variant before relying on it for your furniture and textiles.
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The product details mention carpets and hard floors, along with accessories for furniture and corners. Check that these suit the way you plan to use it at home.
The bin has a stated capacity of 1,5 l and the cable is 4 m long.
This cable length could matter if you’re cleaning several rooms, so check that it works with your sockets and the route you plan to take.
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This bagged cylinder vacuum cleaner may suit you if you want a mains-powered model for different surfaces and prefer to collect dust in a bag.
The product details list a 4 l bag, a claimed operating radius of 9,5 m and variable power settings.
The listed accessories include a floor and carpet brush, a mini turbo brush and an attachment for crevices and furniture. The bag needs replacing when full.
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This bagless cylinder vacuum cleaner may be worth considering if you want a mains-powered model for hard floors and carpets, and are happy to empty the bin and maintain the filters.
The product details list a 2 l bin, a 9,5 m operating radius and a washable EPA filter.
The listed brushes cover hard floors, carpets and pet hair, among other things. The bin needs to be emptied and maintained.
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The product details list it for cleaning floors and carpets. Check how it performs on the surfaces in your home and how long it runs in the mode you’ll use.
The maximum runtime quoted is 70 min. According to UFC-Que Choisir, maximum runtime is usually measured at low power.
The product details also mention an automatic dust-collection base, a 180° lie-flat design and nine-stage filtration.
Compare dust pick-up separately on hard floors, in gaps and on carpets, then check the fibre test if there’s pet hair to deal with. UFC-Que Choisir’s protocols assess these separately : the motor’s electrical power is no substitute for them.
Follow the model’s instructions to assemble the cleaner and use its accessories. A cordless stick vacuum also needs charging before you check its runtime. Make sure you know which nozzles and brushes are included with the variant you choose.
Replace the bag or empty the bin as instructed, maintain the filters and remove fibres from the brushes. For stick vacuums, UFC-Que Choisir points out that a clogged cleaner can lose efficiency and recommends regular maintenance.
The Ministry of the Economy and Finance states that the legal guarantee of conformity is compulsory for new, second-hand and refurbished goods sold by a professional to a private individual. It is separate from a commercial warranty or a brand’s advertised motor warranty. Check the terms of sale and keep your proof of purchase.
No, not under the former European Regulation No 665/2013 on vacuum cleaners : its repeal took effect on 18 January 2019. The European Commission stated that, from 19 January 2019, the label and ratings set out in that regulation could no longer be displayed or mentioned. France’s repairability index is a different type of information.