Find the Best Vacuum Cleaner for your Home

With the days becoming longer and sunnier, and flowers blooming everywhere, you know it's time to bust open your windows and get out your cleaning supplies to start the big spring cleaning. While this can be very rewarding afterwards, it is also challenging, and having the right tools for the job will make it that much easier. Vacuums are very useful for cleaning hard-to-reach places that we usually leave out during general cleans, but with so many options on the market, which one is right for you? We had a look at the benefits of each type of vacuum cleaner to help you choose.

Upright
If you have a larger, carpeted home, an upright vacuum cleaner would be your best bet. The wide floor head means they can cover a bigger area more quickly and effectively than other vacuums. They're also more stable and easier to manoeuvre than cylinders, which is important when you have larger spaces to clean. For people with back issues, this is also a great option as you don't have to bend down when using an upright vacuum cleaner.

Cylinder
Cylinder vacuums are generally lighter and more portable as you need to pull it with you as you vacuum – ideal for people who struggle with heavier vacuums. You can choose between bagged and bagless, and they often come with a selection of tools. Cylinder vacuums have a long, flexible hose which also makes reaching under and around furniture and cleaning stairs easier.

Cordless
Cordless vacuums, like the Bennet Read 2-in-1, are very popular nowadays, due to their increasingly powerful technology making them as capable as corded models, but without the need for a plug nearby. Cordless vacuums are more lightweight and compact and feature a smaller dust canister – perfect for homes where storage is tight. These vacuums tend to be bagless so will need to be emptied more frequently, and it's important to remember to charge them when not in use.
If you're looking for a vacuum cleaner for a small space, like a car, or to clean up spills on-the-go, this handheld is a super convenient option for you. They have a smaller dust capacity than upright, and they depend on battery life, so make sure you check the specs when buying.

Robot
Unless you live in a small apartment, a robot vacuum might not entirely replace your regular vacuum cleaner, but it will allow you to cut back on how often you need to clean. These nifty gadgets use sensors to avoid bumping into furniture and they map where they've been around the room to make sure they cover all areas.

Wet and Dry
Normal vacuum cleaners can handle general messes like crumbs, dirt and debris, but when liquids are spilt a wet/dry vacuum cleaner is the only thing that can come to your rescue. These vacuum cleaners are powerful and can perform a variety of tasks both indoors and outside, like sorting out water issues at home, carpet cleaning, blowing leaves and clearing up sidewalks.