Types of Vacuum Cleaners

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Upright vacuums are a popular choice for cleaning carpets, come with a variety of features, and can be very useful for other cleaning chores. Most come with a range of attachments including canister-type hoses and tools. Upright vacuums are also more convenient and easier to store than canisters. The rotating brush is very efficient for getting dirt out of carpets and the dust bag is usually easy to change and excels at keeping dirt out of the air. Some upright vacuums come with controls to turn off the brush roll so that they can also be used to clean hard flor surfaces.

Canister vacuum cleaners are an all-purpose type of vacuum that are best suited for cleaning hard floor surfaces. However, turbo attachments are available that make canisters suitable for carpet and run cleaning. Canisters are excellent for cleaning stairs, upholstery, crevices, and other hard-to-reach places.

Light-weight vacuums generally weigh between 8 and 11 pounds and are excellent for smaller cleaning chores, e.g. as a second vacuum or for smaller areas. Most do not have on-board tools and most clean carpets only. However, some models may have a squeegee next to the brush roll so that dirt does not scatter when cleaning hard-floor surfaces.

Hand-held vacuums are small, very light, and used to clean a specific spot or nooks and crannies that a larger vacuum can't handle. They are also useful for cleaning above-floor areas that are within arm's reach.

Corded hand-held vacuums will operate when plugged into an electrical outlet with most cords between 15 to 20 feet long. A corded hand-held vacuum will operate as long as needed to complete the job.

Cordless hand-held vacuums have a rechargeable battery and can operate on a single charge for about 8 to 20 minutes. Over time, the rechargeable battery will lose its ability to maintain a charge. The batteries are usually not replaceable making the entire vacuum useless and disposable.

Wet/dry vacuum cleaners are multipurpose cleaners generally used in shops or garages. They can soak up water, clear construction debris, clean the car, and even fill air mattresses.

Stick vacuum cleaners have a long rod handle attached to the body of the vacuum, allowing you to stand upright while vacuuming carpets and floors.

Convertible vacuums offer the functionality of both a stick vacuum and a hand-held vacuum as these vacuums can switch between being handheld and being pushed like a stick vacuum.