subject: Upright Vacuum Cleaner - A Buying Guide [print this page] People have been asking about the best type of vacuum cleaner for some time. Let me tell you this. It doesn't exist. The fact is, a vacuum needs to suit your requirements for it to be useful. It's not because of certain feature or type. I bet you have seen different types of vacuum cleaners, among the most common ones are upright, canister, and backpack vacuum.
Tired of pushing? Want something easier to use without much bending and pulling? Then upright type is for you. Some of you may have not so good experience with it. The good news is, things have changed quite a bit in recent years that it is versatile. But still choosing the right upright vacuum cleaner has everything to do with needs and preferences.
Personally, I like upright model because it has a hose with various attachable accessories for cleaning different areas of the home. Cleaning ceiling fans, baseboards, small corners and tight spots is well done with the use of the various attachments. Stair cleaning can be done with some type of adjustment that comes with many upright vacuum cleaners. Great for multistory homes. While you can pay for different cleaning tools separately, having a convenient tool such as this multi-purpose vacuum has been proven more efficient. Not to mention that it saves money.
The next question is, should you go with bag or bagless model? More and more people prefer bagless model since it was introduced to the market.
The bagless models store all the dirt and dust in a canister. Depends on usage, you need to empty it periodically. Because replacing the bag is not necessary, you will save some money. The drawback is, emptying the content of the canister may prove messy and some people may want to avoid that at all cost. One is not necessarily better than the other, so it's a matter of preference whether you want to go with bag or bagless.
Finally, let's talk about price. The cost of an upright vacuum cleaner varies by a great divide. The most basic models have less features and tools, but it definitely costs much less. You may want to shell out for more, up to the thousands of dollars, for performance and convenience features.
Remember that if budget is tight, you may get better deals by researching online. Vacuum cleaner can last for a few years to a decade or more. High-end vacuum cleaner may cost a bit more, but it may be worth the spending, considering that it may offer years of full warranty. It's a matter of personal choice.
