Types of vacuum cleaners - traditional, handheld, upright, robot

November 26, 2020

Traditional vacuum cleaners are the most common design, which is familiar to most users. The main body contains the dust collector and the motor. A collapsible telescopic tube is connected to the suction hose. The advantages of the design are: the presence of wheels (which makes it easier to transport), easy assembly/disassembly, and a filter bag.

Handheld vacuum cleaner - ideal for working in car interiors , cleaning narrow spaces in cabinets and shelves. Models operate on a built-in battery or from the mains.

Pros :

Portable;
Maneuverable;
Supplied with small attachments.

Disadvantages:

Not suitable for floor cleaning;
Low suction power.

Upright vacuum cleaner - available in both low-power and high-power models. Perfectly cleans smooth surfaces: linoleum, tiles, and parquet.

Pros:

Compact;
Suitable for a small apartment;
It doesn't take up much space. It can be stored in a closet.

Disadvantages:

Unstable construction, must be tilted during storage.

Robot vacuum cleaner - a multifunctional device for automatic cleaning that works without the intervention of the owners.

Pros:

You are completely free from routine work.

Disadvantages:

High price;
Not all units can clean carpets.

What should we pay attention to when buying vacuum cleaners?

Suction power

It should not be confused with power consumption, which does not affect the quality of cleaning. How do you determine if it has enough power for your needs?

If all floor coverings are smooth (laminate, linoleum, carpet), then 300-350 W of power is enough. If the floor is covered with long-pile carpets, you have children or animals in the family, then the suction power should be at least 450 W. If you want wet cleaning devices, buy 550 W vacuum cleaners , and for cleaning upholstered furniture - 650 W. For professional cleaning - from 700 W.

Dust collector type

Dust collection is done using: a bag, a container, an aquafilter. When filled with dust, the bags become easily visible. Paper bags are intended for single use. Dust, debris, and crumbs are collected directly into the container, which can be easily washed.

In the case of an aquafilter, it is filled with water and the collected debris or dust is transferred to it. After cleaning, the water simply needs to be poured out. A cyclone filter is usually installed in a robot vacuum cleaner.

Cleaning type

It can be dry or wet. The advantages of traditional models for cleaning are: compactness and ease of maintenance. If the power can be adjusted, then it is permissible to clean various types of surfaces: curtains, pillows and carpets.

The advantages of wet cleaning models include thorough removal of dust from upholstered furniture, mattresses, etc.

Dust container capacity

The larger the capacity, the less often you need to clean and empty the container. A large container capacity is especially important for pet owners, but cleaning it of fur takes just as much time as the cleaning itself.

Power cord length

The standard length of the power cord is 3-5 meters. In small apartments, the length is not so important, but owners of spacious rooms should think about comfort and it is desirable that the cable length be from 5 to 12 meters.

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