If you regularly clean several surfaces, especially rugs and carpets, start by considering a cylinder vacuum cleaner with the right brushes. In tests by UFC-Que Choisir, bagged cylinder models outperformed bagless ones and exposed users to less dust. A stick vacuum is better suited to quick clean-ups, while a robot vacuum can complement your routine without necessarily replacing your main cleaning appliance.
If pet hair clings to your rugs, sofa or pet’s bed, look for a brush suited to each surface and compatible with your vacuum cleaner. Miele and Bosch offer turbo brushes for some of these uses, although the accessories vary by model.
If you clean several surfaces and want to handle less dust during maintenance, start by comparing bagged cylinder vacuum cleaners. In its tests, UFC-Que Choisir found that they offered better suction and less exposure to dust than bagless cylinder models.
If you often pick up visible pet hair from floors or furniture, a manoeuvrable stick vacuum can come in handy. UFC-Que Choisir considers them more suitable for quick clean-ups: check the battery life of a cordless model, or the cable reach of a corded one, as well as the accessories for upholstery.
Start with the surfaces where pet hair tends to cling, then decide whether you need an appliance for your main cleaning, quick clean-ups or automated help. The brush you choose and how you maintain the appliance matter just as much as its type.
| Feature | What to check | Who this matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Pet hair on upholstery | Check which brush is included for rugs and whether there’s a mini brush suitable for furniture, and make sure they’re compatible with the model you’re considering. | When pet hair clings to my rugs or sofa, I want to be able to lift it without relying on the floor head alone; around 36% of consumers make this their top priority. |
| Main cleaning and dust | Compare bagged and bagless cylinder models, then check the floor head and what’s involved in replacing the bag or emptying the bin. | When cleaning several floor types regularly, I also want to choose a way of managing dust that suits me; this comes first for around 29% of consumers. |
| Quick clean-ups | For a cordless stick vacuum, check the battery life in the mode you’ll use with the chosen brush. For a corded stick vacuum, check the cable reach. | If pet hair quickly builds up again, I’d rather be able to grab the vacuum for a quick clean; around 21% of consumers prioritise this convenience. |
| Automated cleaning | For a robot vacuum, look for results on fibres like those in your flooring and check how often you’ll need to empty the bin. | Between manual cleans, I want to keep build-up under control without assuming the robot will do everything; around 14% of consumers make this a priority. |
The floor head and accessories should suit the surfaces you need to clean. A floor brush won’t necessarily meet the same needs as a mini brush for your sofa.
Make a list of your floors and upholstery, then check exactly which tools come with the specific model you’re considering.
You still need to empty the bin and maintain the filters. In its cylinder vacuum tests, UFC-Que Choisir also found that bagged models exposed users to less dust.
Choose between replacing a bag and emptying a bin based on the maintenance tasks you’re comfortable with, and check that suitable replacement parts are available.
The advertised battery life for a cordless stick vacuum may be based on a different mode from the one you’ll use with a motorised brush.
Check the battery life for the mode and brush you plan to use, as well as the charging time if you expect to clean for longer periods.
An accessory may only fit certain models. Bosch, for example, advises checking the E-Nr model number before choosing its Turbo Brush Pro Animal.
Note down your vacuum’s full model number and check the fitting and compatibility in the manufacturer’s documentation.
The bagged Cat & Dog cylinder models are worth considering if rugs and carpets are part of your main cleaning routine.
The bagged Animal Care models and cordless Animal Kit range are designed for two distinct uses: main cleaning and quick clean-ups.
The Turbo Brush Pro Animal 00575625 is an accessory to consider for surfaces compatible with your vacuum cleaner.
Some stick vacuum models include a mini motorised brush for furniture and hard-to-reach areas.
The pet hair range includes different types of vacuum, so compare them based on your surfaces and how you prefer to empty the appliance.
This selection includes stick vacuums, including a corded model, for targeted cleaning, plus a robot vacuum to consider as a complement to manual cleaning. For rugs and furniture, check which brushes come with each model.
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Worth considering for regular pet hair pick-ups, especially if stairs or furniture are a priority.
Check which brush is included for each surface and the battery life in the mode you’ll use.
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Worth considering for cleaning rugs and hard floors, but check which accessories are included for your furniture.
The model name mentions an anti-tangle brush and up to 65 minutes of battery life; check the runtime for the mode and brush you’ll use.
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Worth considering for targeted cleaning on floors and rugs. If your sofa is a priority, check which upholstery accessories are included.
The model name mentions an anti-tangle brush and 45 minutes of battery life, but doesn’t specify the runtime for each mode.
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The corded design means you don’t need to manage battery life for quick clean-ups, but you’ll need to consider where your power sockets are.
The product name lists a 4.5 m cable and a 0.5 L bin. Check which floor head and accessories are included before choosing it for rugs or upholstery.
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Worth considering for extra cleaning, but don’t assume it will replace the vacuum you use for your main cleaning.
The model name mentions automatic emptying, an anti-tangle system and LiDAR navigation. Check how it performs on the fibres in your flooring and what maintenance it requires.
Not necessarily: the main thing is to check which brushes come with the model you choose. A mini brush suited to your sofa and a brush designed for your rugs serve different purposes; the ‘pet’ label doesn’t guarantee that both are included.
Empty the bin or replace the bag, maintain the filters as instructed and remove any hair caught around the brush. Follow the instructions for your specific model before taking apart or cleaning a roller; Bosch, for example, says that its Turbo Brush Pro Animal can be dismantled.
Don’t assume it can: UFC-Que Choisir says robot vacuum results vary depending on the floor type and aren’t always convincing. Look for results on fibres and floor types like yours before deciding how a robot should fit into your cleaning routine.
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