How to choose a vacuum cleaner of good quality and at an affordable price?
The relevance of the issue
You yourself know that sales consultants in household appliance stores very often put the fulfillment of a plan ahead of honest advice on choosing the right model. As a result, your purchase may turn out to be a "pig in a poke" without modern features and at the same time cost a lot of money.
To readersElecroexpert"Were not mistaken with the purchase, now we will consider how to choose an inexpensive but good vacuum cleaner according to the following parameters:
- power;
- type of cleaning;
- design features;
- Extra options.
Immediately recommend that you familiarize yourself with the advice of specialists on choosing a modern vacuum cleaner:
What power should I pay attention to?
In the technical parameters, two powers can be indicated: consumed and suction (for example, 1500/400). The first figure indicates the total energy consumption, the second - just the cleaning efficiency.
When choosing a vacuum cleaner in terms of power, you should not think that the greater the power consumption, the correspondingly, the more efficient the operation of the equipment. It is not a rare case when, when comparing two different models, it turns out that a more powerful vacuum cleaner has worse suction (for example, comparing the following two models: 1500/400 and 1700/350). Be sure to choose the option for which the suction power is greater!
It should be noted that for normal use, power from 300 W will be quite enough (meaning suction). If you have a carpet with a pile in your apartment, it is better to choose models with a minimum of 450 watts.
Dry cleaning or wet?
Next you need to choose the right vacuum cleaner by type of cleaning. There are two main types of cleaning: dry and wet. In the first case, all garbage is collected in a special bag or container, which must be replaced or cleaned. In the second case, the vacuum cleaner without a bag to collect dust, because an aquafilter is used, represented by a reservoir of water, which also needs to be replaced. Let's consider both options in more detail.
For dry cleaning bags or special containers can be used. All garbage enters the tank, and as it fills, the suction power begins to decrease, making cleaning less efficient. Bags can be paper (disposable) or fabric (reusable). It is better to choose paper, because they collect dust more efficiently, preventing it from entering the engine compartment. As for container vacuum cleaners, they are more convenient because all the garbage is filled into a plastic container that is easy to clean. The disadvantage of such models is the larger dimensions.
Wet cleaning is several times more effective than dry, but at the same time it has a much higher price. Its main advantage is that the absorbed power is not lost during the entire cleaning period. At the same time, the disadvantages are the obligatory washing of the aquafilter after each cleaning, the costs of the detergent, the increased size and weight of the equipment, as well as the limited application conditions (not suitable for laminate cleaning).
Nevertheless, whatever one may say, the vacuum cleaner with an aquafilter is a more modern, efficient and durable product!
What should be the filters and other accessories?
The intake air with dust and debris, if it enters the body, passes three levels of cleaning:
- the first is a bag (or an aquafilter);
- the second is the filter of the engine compartment (it delays the remaining small particles that can damage the engine);
- the third - fine filters (completely clean the air at the outlet of the housing).
We have already talked about how to choose dust collectors of the first level for a vacuum cleaner, now we will dwell in more detail on the second and third.
Engine compartment filters are the main structural element responsible for the durability of the equipment. There are removable and permanent dust collectors. It is better to choose interchangeable, because even if the permanent filter is rinsed and thoroughly cleaned, a certain amount of debris will remain on it.
Fine cleaning is used to completely clean the intake air before it leaves the housing. Manufacturers are trying to make the percentage of filtration as possible as possible and have already reached the level of 99.95% (special HEPA filters). If the family has allergies or small children, make sure that the fine dust collectors are as effective as possible.
It should be noted that the three filtering levels that we have listed are considered to be the main ones. If you saw a model with a large number of degrees, you should know that this is just a marketing move of the company, which is unlikely to increase the productivity of devices!
Also, when choosing a reliable vacuum cleaner for an apartment, so you don’t regret buying it later, you should immediately pay attention to the following points:
- The cord length is no shorter than 5 meters, otherwise the process of cleaning spacious rooms will be difficult.
- The suction pipe is telescopic, which increases usability. The material of manufacture is metal, as It is more durable.
- A standard set of nozzles should include a brush nozzle, crevice brush, brush. In addition, it is recommended to choose a vacuum cleaner with turbo brushes that allow you to quickly and efficiently remove wool from carpets (if there are animals in the house), as well as to clean a carpet with a long pile.
- Most modern models of 2017 and 2018 have a rubberized bumper on the case, which will protect the furniture from accidental damage. If money allows, it is better to choose this design option.
The most useful features for living conditions
Unlike TV selection, where the device’s functionality is very important, you don’t pay much attention to the functions when buying a vacuum cleaner. This is due to the narrowly targeted condition for the use of technology, where in addition to the suction of garbage nothing is needed.
Despite this, to attract customers, manufacturers invent additional features of devices that make the cleaning process more comfortable. So, in order to save a lot of time and effort, we recommend choosing a vacuum cleaner in 2018 with the following features:
- Management on the handle of the pipe (as shown in the photo). Manual control allows you to turn on / off the device without bending to the body.
- Antibacterial protection that eliminates mold and mites with an ultraviolet lamp.
- Power adjustment, allowing you to set a certain suction power, which is convenient when cleaning delicate coatings. In addition, power adjustment is used to save energy.
- The modern solution that Electrolux uses: instead of the noise from the motor, you can hear a soothing melody.
- Intelligent robot vacuum cleaner that independently cleans rooms. An expensive model that allows you to completely forget about cleaning the floor.You can choose a robot for both a private house and an apartment.
- Light indication of dust collector pollution, indicating that it is necessary to replace or clean the filter.
- Overheat protection. During prolonged operation, the engine heats up and may even fail. To prevent this from happening in some models there is a function of automatic shutdown when overheating. If possible, try to choose just such an option.
- Cord winding in automatic mode.
- Fluid assembly function. Allows suction of liquid spilled on the floor.
- The ability to connect an electric brush, which helps to more efficiently clean the room.
The best manufacturers and models
To your attention the rating of leading foreign manufacturers:
- Bosch
- Karcher
- Miele
- Dyson
- Thomas
- Electrolux
- Philips
- Samsung
- Zelmer
- LG
- Daewoo
The quality of these companies has been tested by time and many positive customer reviews. It is impossible to say with certainty which vacuum cleaner company is better, however, when choosing any of the above brands you will not regret overpayments and unsatisfactory quality.
As for the models, the following have proven themselves most successfully:
With dust bag:
- Bosch BGL35MOV40
- Polaris PVB 1801
- Hoover TTE 2407 019 TELIOS PLUS
- Philips FC8585
- Miele SGFA0 HEPA
With cyclone filter (without bag):
- Thomas drybox
- Bosch BGS2UPWER3
- Philips FC9911 PowerPro Ultimate
- LG VK76A06NDR
- Samsung VC15K4130HB
With aquafilter:
- KRAUSEN ZIP
- KARCHER DS 6 Premium Mediclean
- Thomas Mokko XT
- ARNICA Bora 7000
- Thomas MISTRAL XS
Rating of robotic vacuum cleaners we provided in a separate article on the site!
The video below provides an overview of the best vacuum cleaners of 2018:
Useful tips from specialists
And finally, I would like to provide you with some tips on choosing a good vacuum cleaner in 2018:
- Pay attention to the warranty period of the equipment. The higher it is, the higher the reliability indicator, respectively.
- Washing units better clean the surface, but at the same time are not suitable for laminate and parquet coatings. In addition, cleaning carpets with long nap is less effective in this case.
- If the house does not have long-pile carpets, cats and dogs, it is enough to choose a model with a suction power of not more than 300 watts. To remove animal hair you need to choose a vacuum cleaner with a power of at least 450 watts.
- Even in the store, check the noise level of the device. Very often, even modern technology can have such a significant drawback as increased noise. Today, manufacturers of vacuum cleaners deal with this problem and the latest of the new models are already completely quiet, but once again check will not hurt.
- Immediately before buying, specify the possibility of a separate purchase of all components: dust collectors, pipes, nozzles, etc. There are cases when it is very difficult to find original components, and if you find it, then for a lot of money.
- It is advisable to use turbo brushes if the power of the unit is more than 350 watts.
- Be sure to choose the most suitable model, read reviews on it on thematic forums. So you learn all the advantages and disadvantages of products from customers.
- Make sure the vacuum cleaner is lightweight, as it’s not convenient to haul heavy equipment around the rooms. In addition, if the wheels are plastic, you can scratch the floor, which is even worse.
That's all the information on how to choose a vacuum cleaner in 2018 and which is better for use in the house and apartment. We hope that the tips were useful and clear for you!
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Of course, the main thing in choosing this is: the type of filtration system, water or bag. power, the type of vacuum cleaner itself for dry or wet cleaning, the assembly place is very important, then the price and equipment. At first, it seems that all this cannot be fit in one vacuum cleaner, and some of the parameters will certainly not be of the best quality.THOMAS Twin t2 Aquafilter fits all without understating. He hesitated a long time in choosing, at that time Thomas did not know very well, decided to rely on the novelty and German quality, because the store confirmed that he was really going to Germany. As it turned out later, this is not such a novelty in the market for a long time. I have been using it for 5 months and am very satisfied, everything meets the quality and requirements for it.
Vacuum cleaners with an aquafilter full G. Vitaly probably washes it himself every time .. buys expensive replacement filters. Not to mention the uncomfortable brush
It's nice to see our vacuum cleaner among the best)) We have been using the Tomas Mistral for the second year and really only have a positive experience, although the article states that it is a washing vacuum cleaner, but it is for dry cleaning, it just does not have the latest generation filter and water filtration, due to which, after cleaning, there is always fresh air)
For some reason, not everyone pays attention to the item that is listed in the recommendations for choosing a vacuum cleaner first. This is the warranty period, which characterizes the reliability of the vacuum cleaner and the confidence of the manufacturer in its quality.
Our Dyson, who has been working with us for a long time, is a champion in this indicator, a guarantee from the company for 5 years. Many friends also have vacuum cleaners from this company, some bought a long time ago, some recently. But none of my friends have ever asked for repairs; all vacuum cleaners work efficiently.
Vacuum cleaners themselves are all powerful, blow out only clean air, do not require the purchase of bags or filters. The only negative - they are more expensive. This is understandable, you have to pay for quality. So for those who have the opportunity to buy dysons, I strongly advise you not to be disappointed.
The best vacuum cleaners ... I looked, I looked .. but there is no Dyson. Although, of course, Millet and Bosch are normal, and Philips is nothing. But only these are NOT the best vacuum cleaners.
Compare at least such a parameter as the quality of the design of vacuum cleaners and plastic itself, tightness, impact resistance. But these vacuum cleaners will not pass. If we compare the filtration and cleaning, the same quality of construction, which is far from being up to par. It turns out that someone's order? The only way I can justify at least somehow the lack of Dyson's rating is its funny price. And everything else in it is very serious).
Well, why is Dyson not in the ranking? Look at the last name, the Dyson DC41c Allergy Parquet is also listed there! This is really one of the best vacuum cleaners today, so its price is justified!
There is such a thing. In manufacturers, it is not, and pictures with models are perceived as advertising, sorry. Did not notice.
Well, there is not only a picture with the model, there is also a small description :) Added to the manufacturers rating.
Dyson is in 4th place in the rating, I would put on the first ... I use it with pleasure, I have a battery ,,,, only a little plastic cracked in several places ... or my daughter dropped it, she doesn’t admit it,))
Dysons are much more expensive than analogues. They are of course the best in quality, but in the ratio of the optimal price / reliability, you can find more affordable vacuum cleaners.
I rented a hula I'll see how it works and I will decide on the purchase. I like that I can do deep cleaning of pillows and mattresses with this vacuum cleaner.
and we have ordered Thomas SKY now, so while waiting, I am glad that the model of this company is among the best, and in net there are most of the positive reviews. I think he will live up to our expectations. I trust German household appliances more.
wonderful article, well done author! laid out everything on the shelves, clearly and clearly, instructions for dummies. Now puzzled by the choice of a vacuum cleaner, I want to buy a quality thing for a long time and use it with pleasure. many reviews of thomas vacuum cleaners. it will be necessary to look at them.I want a detergent with an aquafilter so that both carpets and furniture can be cleaned, otherwise every summer we spend a lot of money on cleaning and washing.
I was also guided by your article when buying a vacuum cleaner! Helped a lot!)) I took myself Thomas Twin Tiger, a great vacuum cleaner!)
A good article, laid out a lot in my head on shelves) And gave a new impetus to thoughts. I used to think that dysons are just advertising.
After the article and comments, I began to think that it was not so simple, since many people were happy with them. I became interested in more deeply. As a result, we bought a wireless dyson. Everyone in the house is happy, it is so light and comfortable. She even likes her mother-in-law and hints that she was presented with the same. Everyone has already forgotten about the price.
This is happiness for the hostess.
Add the Genio brand to the list of manufacturers! Recently, the question arose about choosing a robot vacuum cleaner, and how did it get on forums. Che just do not write ... After much torment, I chose a budget model from Genio and ofigel in a good way! I still don’t understand how this robot determines where it’s dirtier and where it’s cleaner, and how it doesn’t stupidly “get stuck in the textures” when it hits a pedestal, for example, it turns around and vacuums it further. It has been working for a year and a half - no complaints. In short, sometimes it’s better to sit on the Internet to dig deeper into yourself, to delve into the topic, than to go to the first store you get and talk to the advice of a sales consultant. P S at friends in a country house "runs", in my opinion, Thomas, and so he blunts like boots)))
Thanks for the tips! Thanks to them, I chose an excellent robot vacuum cleaner, even washing.
And if not a secret, what kind of model? Now I’m studying, I choose a washing one, I used to think that they only know how to vacuum.
We took the Genio Profi 260. It turned out budgetally and I am pleased with the functions. There is wet cleaning, and a UV lamp, in short, a complete set.
what is the service life of the power supply in the Genio Profi 260. I somehow had an email. the broom was dead for 3 years and they did not find a replacement, they threw it away.
who used this VAX Dual Power (W85-DP-B-E) respond.
Best of all today, it seems to me, is a robot vacuum cleaner. We bought a Genio Profi 240 for a country house. There are quite high sills, and this is perhaps the only one of all vacuum cleaners that can cope with them. He crawls quietly around the house, cleans up ... By the way, he has a brushless motor, because he can collect not only small, but also large garbage. This is especially convenient for a country house, because either the leaves cling, then the thistle, or something else. Yes, we could afford a model of a more expensive brand, but it makes sense to overpay, if this one does everything perfectly?
I am 100% support the idea of buying a robot vacuum cleaner! it always seemed like something from the realm of fantasy and terribly expensive. us, mere mortals, inaccessible! but it turned out that there are models for themselves at an affordable price! it’s just that you don’t need to chase brands - that's all! I took myself a Genio, a Profi 260 model and have never regretted it. specially on points compared with a similar well-developed company and it turned out that mine is no worse! and there is a wet cleaning, and a UV lamp, and it does well with garbage, does not cling to carpets, overcomes sills. and this despite the fact that I live in the private sector! You understand what our conditions are - all the garbage flies into the house from the street. who values his time and does not want to spend it with a rag and a mop, he will not regret this purchase!
I am delighted with the new vacuum cleaner, this is the Dyson Big Ball Multifloor Pro.
I heard a lot about Dyson, but talking is one thing, but in fact I see that he is very convenient, powerful, does not require personal care. Now our favorite assistant :)
Is that one that doesn't fall? Is the container really as easy to clean as Dyson’s website shows? Doesn't the air smell? For me, the current Temko.
Well, yes, that one.If he falls, then he straightens himself. But the main thing is the quality of cleaning and convenient cleaning of the container. That is, it is for busy housewives who want to clean the house and spend less time on it.
The air smells nothing, this is the case with all dysons, even the simplest ones.
Guys, tell me, please! We want to buy a Genio Profi 240 model, we collect reviews and rumors)))) So, how does it navigate in space? It’s just that in our house there are small sills, and the carpets are quite fluffy, and there are a lot of obstacles. won't he get stuck? I would not want to go to "save" him constantly)))
don’t worry, you won’t have to)))) these robots are very smart, they do not get confused and do not get stuck anywhere. including carpets with sills move very well
But can you tell me something else? What to look for when buying? maybe pitfalls?
no, no stones, everything is very good. and I would recommend paying attention to the apartment before you clean. If there are any unstable things on the floor - it is better to remove. It seems to be small, but strong enough. we had a flower stand rather unstable, he pushed it by accident, the flower was on the floor. It’s good that at least I didn’t fall on the vacuum cleaner)))
ok, ok, thanks!
about! and I’m looking right here the club of fans of Genio has gathered)))) it’s time to open your community! I also like this manufacturer. only I have the most sophisticated model - Deluxe 370. I just decided so - if we take it, so that seriously and for a long time! so that I could do everything myself, but I could forget about rags, mops, brushes ... in fact, it happened! I am satisfied!
but I don’t have a robot vacuum cleaner, although I really want to))) especially after my relatives and I threw off a gift and gave my brother a Genio Profi 260 for housewarming. Now, when I don’t go to him, it’s always clean and tidy. and his wife praises our gift - he says, now you can forget about household chores altogether - she cooks the multiwark, she understands the dishwasher with plates, pans, a clothes washer, and now the vacuum cleaner is cleaned))) so I envy them with white envy! )))) I’ll get a bonus, but I’ll postpone a couple of salaries and buy them too!
Not all robots are intelligent vacuum cleaners, I was convinced while I was looking for a robot for myself. There are completely trifling, so, get rid of. I will not list them, maybe for someone they are a normal option. We bought a robot from the Korean company Yujin, iClebo Arte. He has three brushes, navigation, builds a map of the room, a soft bumper, so that does not spoil furniture, good ability to overcome thresholds, perfectly cleans the floor and well - carpets. I have few carpets, so I needed arte. Who has carpets, I recommend taking a look at Omega, this is the latest Ayklebo model. There are a lot of video reviews on the network, you can wonder what and how it does. They differ in something, but in general they both clean garbage, dust, hair and wool well.
Iklebo they are not cheap robots, but I agree that if you take a robot, then take a good one. And then many will save, take it without thinking, and then attach it to Avito, since there is little help from such robots. I am still ripening before the robot, after the repair I will most likely take, while the old robot is using an ordinary, wired, bagged one.
I took a robot on credit, maybe someone will twist at the temple, but I do not care. Since for my life, my chronic employment and the same chronic love of cleanliness, a robot is a way out, a way not to go crazy, trying to be in time for everything. My husband and I still dumbed, made dark floors, everything is visible on them (But in general I am glad that in our time there are so many helpers for a woman, life no longer carries such a heavy semantic load as even 30 years ago.
My husband’s parents have ayklebo pop, I don’t even know how many years he has been serving with them.How many people know my husband, how many parents have this robot, and it was before me. And we have been married for 6 years, and we also met))) The father-in-law of this robot brought from Korea. He used to be a curiosity, now many people have begun to buy robots. They have no other dust, a robot and a mop, that's all. The mother-in-law speaks already and has forgotten how to hold an ordinary vacuum cleaner in her hands. The robot lives in their kitchen, as this is the most visited and grubby place. A corridor from the kitchen, he calls in there, and is transferred to his rooms, so that each one is properly cleaned. He is without navigation, simpler model.
I want to buy a robot vacuum cleaner for my mother-in-law, they just bought a townhouse now, the house is huge, you can clean up. Well, I don’t know which one to choose. Has anyone used Genio? And then I read the reviews, it seems to be an excellent vacuum cleaner, but still some doubts.
My wife and I use Genio Light 120, bought a long time ago, somewhere a little over a year ago, it vacuums efficiently, I have no complaints about it, but now I want a newer model, for example, pros 260, it has wet and dry cleaning, automatically He goes on a recharge himself, cool shorter.
By the way, yes, the Pro 260 is an interesting model, the design is still so stylish, in terms of functionality it’s real like a robot! Now I’m thinking something, well, I have something to think about, I just need to faster, otherwise my mother-in-law’s dr. week.
Think vacuum cleaner is good.
Thank! I will consult with my wife)
I have probably tried all models of vacuum cleaners. And there were detergents, both classic and vertical. I liked something more, something less. By the way, thanks for the article! On the basis of it, I chose a lot. But somehow not a single vacuum cleaner got accustomed especially with us, and our oldest one remained, for which we are looking for a replacement. Now I'm thinking about a robot. Probably, I will buy - my colleagues very much advise. First we bought one, then another. The latter, incidentally, also took the Genio, Deluxe 370 model. I’m thinking about it now. Judging by the words of a colleague, it works well and has many functions. however, money is a pity somehow. not the cheapest thing. but, apparently, standing, if so she is praised
6 years had Zelmer 919.5 st, Polish production. Threw it out yesterday. The device, in terms of functionality, is excellent. BUT! Weight goes off scale. The kids gave me a new apartment, and I had to carry it around the rooms. Wife "core", and I VERY LONG TIME is no longer 16. Since the engineer himself is a radio engineer, I repair all home appliances myself. And this vacuum cleaner is no exception. Twice jammed the cord winding drum. After the second case, he threw it away. After 4 years, the wheels of the brush fell off. I had to radically redo it. The last case - the stator winding block, which was located in a plastic casing, “sank” in the motor. The plastic has dried, lost its properties, and problems have arisen. Now I'm looking for a vacuum cleaner easier and easier. For now, I use the Whirlwind of 1989, which I kept for drying a rubber boat and whitewashing ceilings.
Soviet vacuum cleaner steers!
I have been using the Rainbow for almost 25 years and am quite happy. I advise everyone.
At one time, they bought a vacuum cleaner in the house, a good company, all the households were happy with it. He worked for almost 6 years. There have never been problems. And now the pipe was worn, near the switch. Not subject to repair. They wanted the exact same thing. But he is no longer in stores. Searched on the forums, lucky to find on Avito. New, the price is nice, I'm happy)
Thank you for such a detailed article. It’s very important for me now, since I choose a vacuum cleaner for myself. Now I can easily do it!
We needed a vacuum cleaner for the usual cleaning of the apartment, and the Dauken DW600 approached us more than the others.For us, the main thing is its power and ease of use. The model appeared on sale recently and costs reasonable money.
Very clear and legible. Thanks to the author. And how about even Kerkhara? Has anyone used it? Share pliz ?!
everything is described perfectly and in detail. Now I know exactly what to look for when choosing a vacuum cleaner!
Thanks for the helpful and interesting article!
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