For regular whole-home cleaning, start by comparing corded cylinder vacuum cleaners. For quick, frequent clean-ups, a cordless stick vacuum may be more convenient. Your choice between a bag and a bin then comes down to the maintenance you’re happy to do, while repairability needs to be checked for the exact model: look at its repairability score, compatible parts and consumables.
If your cleaning sessions cover different floor types and last a while, start by looking at corded cylinder vacuums. UFC-Que Choisir recommends them for larger homes, but be sure to check the reach and accessories of the model you’re considering.
A cordless stick vacuum can be easier to grab and put away for quick clean-ups. Check its runtime in the mode you’ll use, and make sure you can get a compatible battery.
Don’t rely on a promise that applies to a whole brand. Compare the repairability score shown for the appliance and look for parts and consumables that match its full model number.
First, choose a type to suit the length of your cleaning sessions. Then consider the upkeep involved with a bag or bin, and how easy it is to repair the specific model.
Worth considering: for regular cleaning of several rooms without stopping to recharge; UFC-Que Choisir recommends this type for larger homes.
Consider: make sure the cable, plug sockets and storage space will work for your home.
Worth considering: for frequent quick clean-ups, when being able to get the appliance out and put it away quickly matters more than having a long, uninterrupted cleaning session.
Consider: UFC-Que Choisir points out that the maximum quoted runtime is measured at the lowest power setting, so actual cleaning time depends on the mode you choose.
| What to consider | What to check | Think about your needs |
|---|---|---|
| Floor cleaning | Check the floorhead and accessories for your floors. If comparable test results are available, also look at performance with a full bag or bin: UFC-Que Choisir’s test procedure includes this situation. | I want to clean the surfaces I have at home without relying solely on the advertised motor power. |
| Length of cleaning sessions | For a cylinder vacuum, check its reach and where your plug sockets are. For a stick vacuum, distinguish between maximum runtime and the runtime in the mode suited to your floors, as UFC-Que Choisir recommends. | I don’t want a clean covering several rooms to be interrupted by recharging; for small jobs, I’d rather have an appliance that’s easy to grab. |
| Bag or bin | For a bagged model, find out which bags are compatible. For a bagless model, check the instructions for emptying the bin and maintaining or replacing the filters. | I’d rather change a bag, or empty a bin and look after its filters: either way, it’s a regular task. |
| Repairability | Check the model’s repairability score and look for parts using its full model number. For a stick vacuum, pay particular attention to compatible batteries and chargers. | If a part wears out or breaks, I want to find a solution for my exact appliance, not just for its brand. |
| Noise and storage | Check the stated noise level and the model’s storage dimensions, bearing in mind the space you have available. | Noise while I’m cleaning, or the space it takes up between uses, could affect which type I choose. |
The stated figure doesn’t tell you how well the vacuum will clean your floors on its own. The floorhead matters too; UFC-Que Choisir’s tests also look at what happens when the bag or bin fills up.
Compare results for surfaces similar to yours, then check which floorhead and accessories are included.
According to UFC-Que Choisir, the maximum runtime quoted for a stick vacuum is measured at the lowest power setting. It may not reflect how long it will last in a more powerful mode.
Estimate how long your clean-ups take and check the runtime for the mode your floors need. Also make sure the battery and charger are compatible.
You’ll need to empty the bin and maintain the filters as instructed in the manual. Replacement guidance can vary from one model to another.
Find out which filters the model you’re considering uses, and check their care instructions before choosing between a bag and a bin.
A general spare-parts policy doesn’t confirm that a battery, hose or brush will fit the model you’ve chosen. A repairability score is another useful guide, but it doesn’t replace checking for compatible parts.
Make a note of the appliance’s full model number, check its score and look for the parts it may need.
These catalogues and commitments can help you search by model number, but they don’t guarantee that parts will be available for the vacuum cleaner you choose.
A brand to look into if future access to parts is one of your priorities.
Bosch offers bagged and bagless vacuum cleaners, as well as stick models, and lets you search for parts using the E-Nr. model number.
The Miele France catalogue lets you search for vacuum cleaner parts before choosing an appliance.
Philips France offers a catalogue of filters and accessories for vacuum cleaners.
Dyson France has a parts search for different types of vacuum cleaner.
This selection includes a bagged cylinder vacuum, two cordless stick vacuums and a cordless appliance that also washes certain surfaces. Compare them to suit the way you clean, then check the parts and consumables for each model.
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This corded cylinder vacuum with a bag is worth considering for cleaning sessions that cover several rooms. Check that its reach works for your home, then look for bags and parts compatible with model EB61C4OG.
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This cordless stick vacuum could suit frequent, short clean-ups. For model 4093N, compare the quoted runtime with the mode you plan to use, and look for a compatible battery, filters and parts.
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This 2-in-1 cordless stick vacuum is designed for people who switch between cleaning floors and tackling small jobs. Check its runtime in the mode you plan to use, and identify filters and parts compatible with model UP600.
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Consider this if you want to vacuum and wash in one session. It’s designed for hard floors and area rugs, rather than dry vacuuming every type of floor. Make sure those surfaces match the ones in your home, and check the care instructions and consumables compatible with model 4326N.
Yes. ADEME says the repairability score applies to corded, cordless and robot vacuum cleaners. Check the score shown for the exact model, then look for compatible parts: the score alone doesn’t confirm that a part you may need is available.
First, check its runtime in the mode suited to your floors. UFC-Que Choisir says the maximum quoted runtime is measured at the lowest power setting; also look for a compatible battery, charger and filters for the model you’re considering.
Choose the maintenance routine that suits you: replacing a compatible bag, or emptying a bin and looking after its filters. Either way, read the model’s manual and check which consumables fit it before you buy.
Yes. The French Ministry of the Economy says the legal guarantee of conformity applies to new goods sold by a trader to a private individual in France. Keep your purchase documents in case you need to report a lack of conformity to the seller.