For regular cleaning across different floor types, carpets and corners, start by comparing performance on each surface and the brushes actually included, rather than focusing solely on motor power. A bagged cylinder may suit you if you want to minimise dust exposure when emptying it. A bagless model means you won’t need to buy bags, but you will need to empty its container, while with a cordless stick vacuum you should check the runtime in the mode you’ll use. Que Choisir Ensemble recommends comparing models individually.
For cleaning different floor coverings and corners, compare performance on each surface and check which brushes are included, rather than looking only at motor power. Que Choisir Ensemble explains how to maintain cylinder vacuum cleaners regularly.
If you’re choosing between a bag and a container, consider how each is emptied, your exposure to dust and how the filters need to be maintained. Que Choisir Ensemble points out that both types need regular maintenance.
To clean without awkward trips or interruptions, compare noise levels and the operating radius of a cylinder vacuum, or the runtime of a cordless stick vacuum in the mode you’re likely to need.
Choose this if: you clean several rooms and want to limit dust exposure when emptying the vacuum.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to replace the bags and move a corded appliance around.
Choose this if: you’d rather not buy bags and are happy to empty the container.
Bear in mind: the container, filter and brushes need regular maintenance.
Choose this if: freedom of movement is a priority and the runtime suits the length of your cleaning session.
Bear in mind: with a cordless model, check the runtime in the mode you need and the container capacity.
| Criteria | What to check | Who considers it most important |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning different floor coverings | Compare performance on your floors, carpets and in corners; check that the brushes you want are included with the exact model reference. | When I move from hard floors to carpet, I want a brush suited to each. Around 36 % of consumers prioritise cleaning different types of floor covering. |
| Emptying and dust | Compare how the bag or container is emptied and check the filter maintenance instructions. | If I find emptying awkward, I compare what’s involved with bagged and bagless models before choosing. Around 29 % of consumers prioritise this step and their exposure to dust. |
| Comfort during cleaning | For a cylinder vacuum, compare the noise level and operating radius; for a stick vacuum, check runtime in the mode you use, charging time and weight. | When cleaning several rooms, I want to avoid stopping or having to change sockets often. Around 21 % of consumers prioritise comfort and being able to finish a full cleaning session without interruption. |
| Long-term maintenance | Check which bags and filters are compatible, the maintenance instructions and, where applicable, the repairability index. | When comparing appliances, I also look at consumables and repair options. Around 14 % of consumers prioritise running costs and repairability. |
Motor power alone won’t tell you how well a vacuum will clean carpet, wooden flooring or a narrow gap. Performance also depends on the cleaner head and the surface being cleaned.
Compare results for the types of floor covering you have and check which brush comes with the exact model reference.
A brush available for a model won’t necessarily come in the box. For the Pure D8 PD82-4ST, Electrolux lists an all-floor brush and a parquet brush, but no turbo brush. The manufacturer’s product page gives conflicting information about the 3-in-1 accessory.
Before buying, confirm what’s included with the full model reference and the offer you’ve chosen.
If the brush you need isn’t included, you may have to buy it separately.
A cylinder vacuum needs either a replacement bag or an emptied container, as well as regular filter and brush maintenance. Que Choisir Ensemble highlights these routine maintenance tasks.
Before choosing, check which consumables you’ll need and the model-specific emptying and maintenance instructions.
The Pure D8 PD82-4ST is a bagged cylinder vacuum worth considering if operating radius and noise matter to you.
The BGS41PET1 Série 6 ProAnimal is a bagless cylinder vacuum to consider if specialist brushes are important for your carpets and hard floors.
The bagged Silence Force Effitech is an example of a configuration whose accessories are listed in detail by the manufacturer.
The PowerPro Expert FC9745/09 is a bagless cylinder vacuum worth comparing for its container, operating radius and cleaner head.
The cordless Gen5detect Absolute stick vacuum may be worth considering if avoiding a cord is a priority, but make sure its brush is suitable for your carpets.
This selection includes corded and cordless stick vacuums, as well as bagged and bagless cylinder models. Compare the brushes, operating radius or runtime to find one suited to the floors and carpets you need to clean.
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Worth considering if you want to switch between hard floors and carpets without recharging; the stated 7 m cable limits how far you can move from a socket.
The title lists 600 W and 65 kPa. The product page mentions a 1,8 l container, 7-stage filtration and washable filters.
The description lists a motorised brush for floors and carpets, as well as a motorised mattress brush.
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Worth comparing if you’re looking for a cordless stick vacuum for carpets and hard floors; the base empties the container when you dock the appliance.
The description claims up to 50 minutes of runtime and an anti-tangle motorised brush. Check the runtime in the mode you’ll need for your cleaning session.
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Worth comparing if you want a cordless appliance for moving between carpets and hard floors; the base empties the container when you dock the vacuum.
The title lists 55 kPa, up to 50 minutes of runtime and a weight of 2,2 kg. The description mentions an anti-tangle motorised brush.
7-stage filtration is listed in the title; check the maintenance instructions for the version on offer.
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Worth considering for cleaning different surfaces with a corded appliance; compare the included brushes with the floors and carpets in your home.
The product page lists a 2 l container, a 9,5 m operating radius and a washable EPA filter.
Listed accessories include brushes for carpets and floors, parquet and pet hair, as well as a crevice tool. The container needs emptying and the filter needs maintaining.
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Worth comparing if you need to clean several rooms with a cylinder vacuum and bag; the product page lists an all-floor brush, a parquet brush and a turbo brush.
The description mentions a 3,5 l bag and a 12 m operating radius.
According to the product page, the washable filter must be left to dry for 24 hours before being put back in place.
No. The stated power alone isn’t enough to predict how well a vacuum will clean carpet. Que Choisir Ensemble also recommends considering the design of the cleaner head and the vacuuming results. Compare these with the floor coverings in your home.
With a bagged cylinder vacuum, replace the bag; with a bagless model, empty the container. In both cases, maintain the filters and brushes in line with the instructions for your exact model. As Que Choisir Ensemble points out, ‘bagless’ doesn’t mean ‘maintenance-free’.
In France, the statutory legal guarantee of conformity covers new, second-hand and refurbished goods sold by a trader to a private individual. For a new item, you have two years to make a claim under this guarantee. A commercial motor guarantee offered by a brand is separate from the statutory guarantee, as the French Ministry of the Economy points out.
Yes. The DGCCRF includes corded household vacuum cleaners, cordless battery-powered models and robot vacuums among the appliances covered. The index gives an indication of repairability; it doesn’t show how well a vacuum cleans.