For regular cleaning of hard floors, rugs and carpets with one main appliance, start by choosing a cylinder vacuum that suits your floor coverings. UFC-Que Choisir generally presents stick vacuums as a secondary appliance, particularly when rugs or carpets need a thorough clean. When choosing between a bag and a dust container, consider the maintenance tasks you’re happy to take on, then compare results on each type of floor using the same test method.
If you regularly move between hard floors, rugs and carpets, look at the results on each surface and check which brushes are included. UFC-Que Choisir assesses performance on different types of flooring: motor wattage is no substitute for these results.
For longer cleaning sessions, the capacity of the bag or dust container, the operating radius and how easy the appliance is to move around all matter just as much as the floor head. Check these features on the exact model you’re considering.
A stick vacuum may suit you if you prefer an appliance that’s easy to move around. Before making it your only vacuum cleaner, check its battery life in the required mode and its results on your rugs or carpets. UFC-Que Choisir generally sees stick vacuums as a secondary option.
For your main vacuum cleaner, start with the floor coverings you need to clean, then choose the collection method and format whose day-to-day demands work for you.
Consider this if: you want to limit contact with dust when changing the dust collector. UFC-Que Choisir’s guide highlights this as a difference between bagged and bagless appliances.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to move a corded appliance around and use compatible bags.
Consider this if: you’d rather empty a dust container than use bags, provided the model is suitable for your floors.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to empty the container and maintain the filters. Going bagless doesn’t eliminate these tasks.
Consider this if: going cordless is a priority and the model’s battery life and cleaning results can genuinely cover your whole cleaning session.
Bear in mind: battery life limits how long you can use it. UFC-Que Choisir also notes that stick vacuums often have limitations on rugs and thick carpets.
| Criteria | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Results on each type of floor | Compare results on your floor coverings using the same test method, then check which brushes are included. | If the same appliance needs to clean my rugs and hard floors, I want to know how it performs on each. Around 40% of consumers put these verifiable results at the top of their list. |
| Capacity and maintenance | Check the capacity of the bag or dust container, which bags are compatible and what filter maintenance is required. | When I clean for a long time, I want to minimise interruptions without neglecting maintenance afterwards. Around 30% of consumers say this uninterrupted cleaning is their main priority. |
| Moving the appliance and noise | Check the weight, wheels, operating radius and noise level of the exact model. | When moving from room to room, I want to move the appliance without repeatedly changing sockets or putting up with excessive noise. Around 20% of consumers prioritise this ease of use. |
| Cordless use | Check the battery life in the mode used on rugs and the results on these surfaces. | I’d rather not have a cable, but only if I can finish cleaning the rugs and floors I need to tackle. For around 10% of consumers, cordless operation is the top priority, provided this condition is met. |
Electrical power alone doesn’t tell you how well a vacuum will clean a rug, carpet or wooden floor. UFC-Que Choisir tests suction on several types of flooring.
Compare results for appliances tested using the same method, and check that the floor head is suitable for your floors.
An appliance that’s easy to handle may still not last through a long cleaning session or provide a thorough clean for rugs. UFC-Que Choisir generally presents stick vacuums as a secondary appliance.
For the model you’re considering, check the battery life in the required mode, its results on your floor coverings and whether the battery can be replaced.
The brushes and nozzles included can vary between model numbers, even within the same range. A brush designed for wooden floors may not be suitable for carpets.
Check the list of accessories included with the exact version and what each one is designed for.
A dust container needs emptying and the filters need maintaining; a bagged model requires compatible bags. These tasks matter when choosing an appliance for regular use.
Check the model’s instruction manual for details on emptying the container, cleaning the filters and maintaining the brushes.
Rowenta offers bagged cylinder vacuums worth considering if operating radius, noise and brushes suited to your floors are important to you.
Philips is one brand to consider when comparing bagless cylinder vacuums, particularly for dust-container capacity and operating radius.
Miele gives you the option to explore bagged cylinder vacuum configurations, particularly the tube and accessories included with the version you choose.
These two appliances illustrate two options to consider for cleaning floors and rugs: a corded stick vacuum and a bagged cylinder vacuum. To decide whether either would suit you as your main appliance, compare each model with your floor coverings and the way you plan to use it.
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Worth considering if you want a stick format without relying on battery life to clean your floors and rugs. Compare its results on your floor coverings before making it your main appliance, and check that the plug and voltage are compatible with your home’s electrical system.
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Worth considering if you’re looking for a bagged cylinder vacuum to clean several types of flooring regularly. Check the model’s results on your rugs and hard floors, as well as the availability of compatible bags.
Compare results obtained using the same test method on the types of flooring in your home. UFC-Que Choisir assesses suction on surfaces including carpet, tiles and wooden floors; motor wattage alone can’t tell you how well a vacuum will perform.
You’ll need to use compatible bags and replace them as specified for the model. Before choosing, check the bag reference and availability, as well as the bag capacity if you clean several rooms in one go.
Yes, provided the model you choose performs well on your floor coverings and has enough battery life in the required mode to last through your whole cleaning session. However, UFC-Que Choisir generally presents stick vacuums as secondary appliances and notes that they often have limitations on rugs and thick carpets.
If it still works, consider donating or reusing it. Otherwise, take it to a collection point for electrical equipment. Ecosystem recommends removing the bag before recycling.