With numerous models available, you will be justified in asking the question many others before have set forth. The important question would be - do you know what you should look for in a vacuum cleaner?

You will soon realize that the answer to that question depends on many factors, most of which will boil down to your own preferences. After all, you will be paying, using and maintaining the vacuum cleaner so it is only right that your needs in one will take precedence over other criteria.

You will realize that you need will depend on the different type of vac you choose. The 3 types are - bagless, with bag and robotic/automatic. In this article we will only be talking about the upright ones and not the other varieties.

Bagging Vacuum Cleaners

The most popular type of vacuum cleaners are the bagging type and for good reasons, too. The HEPA filters serve as excellent filtration systems. Did you know that nearly 99% of the allergens and other organisms detrimental to your health are filtered by vacs. So, if you want cleaner fresher air, get a good vacuum cleaner.

Tip-For portability consider the hand held vacuums too

It seems that the only significant disadvantage to the bagging type is the necessity to purchase compatible vacuum bags. This can add up to be more expensive. But, dont forget that you need to change bags only once a month. So, its a relatively smaller cost.

According to consumers, the best bagging vacuums include the Eureka Boss SmartVac, the Kenmore Progressive, and the Hoover Tempo Widepath. Look at these cleaners first and see how these measures up to others in the market.

Tip-Dont forget to check out best vacuums too

Bagless Uprights

Now, if you cannot be bothered with finding and buying replacement bags, then go for the bagless vacuum. Plus, you will love the fact that you can reduce the waste filing up our landfills since fewer bags are used. If you want, you could remove the dustbin (detachable usually) from the bagless vacuum and voila! It is good to go for several more rounds of cleaning.

The big names in bagless uprights include Dyson with its DC25 All Floors, the Hoover EmPower and the Kenmoore Progressive, too.

Tip-Another item that is on people’s lists are dirt devil vacuum filters.