Mains Vacuum Cleaner

Is it time to buy a new vacuum cleaner, since the old machine can no longer cope with its direct responsibilities? Perfectly. It is worth considering a more modern version of the technique to be sure that you spend no more on cleaning your house than can be done with a properly selected appliance. In this article, we will consider such a type as a vertical powered vacuum cleaner. How practical will it be, energy-efficient, convenient and will it be pleasant for you to do cleaning with just such a technique?

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Vertical Vacuum Cleaner - General Description

Vertical vacuum cleaners are a relatively new type of household appliances that is rapidly gaining consumer recognition.

How do they differ from a conventional vacuum cleaner? In its purpose and functionality - nothing. But in appearance they differ from ordinary vacuum cleaners. For vertical vacuum cleaners - the body stretched upward resembles an electric brush. A motor with a dust collector is located on the pipe, and a brush nozzle is placed at the end.

Advantages of a vertical vacuum cleaner:

• Compactness - can be placed behind a door, under a bed or sofa, it does not take up much space;
• Lightness and ease of use - due to its structure, it easily slides into the most inaccessible corners of your home;
• Simple design - no need to fold and unfold;
• Quality of cleaning - vertical powered vacuum cleaners with a power of up to 1000 W, there are models with the function of wet cleaning;
• Additional features - in the design of some models are anti-allergenic filters that help in purifying the air in the room during the cleaning process.

Disadvantages:

• Noise at work - these vacuum cleaners work louder than ordinary;
• The weight of the unit - it weighs a lot more, but it is easy to move and its maneuverability will help you in moving around the rooms;
• The suction power is slightly lower than in conventional vacuum cleaners.

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What to look for when choosing?

Before purchasing a vertical powered vacuum cleaner, pay attention to the following indicators:

1. Suction power (measured in watts - watts). The higher the power, the better the vacuum cleaner will clean.
2. The capacity of the dust bag - here the choice depends on the square meters that you will clean.

Important! Dust bag made of fabric - make sure its quality.

3. The mass of the vacuum cleaner - the smaller the easier it will be to operate.

Important! In some models, the center of gravity is not shifted downward, but is located at the top near the handle. Such a unit will help you with cleaning vertical surfaces and when collecting cobwebs.

4. Tilt angle - must be at least 170 °. It is this angle that allows you to easily clean under the bed, in corners and other inaccessible places.
5. Battery life (for battery devices).

Important! Continuous operation time must be at least 20 minutes.

6. Filters - HEPA filters and cyclone filters have proven themselves well.
7. The degree of noise is measured in dB (decibels).

Important! If the indicator is not indicated in the technical specification, turn on the vacuum cleaner in the store to make sure that it will not work like a rocket engine.

Important! To prevent the equipment from becoming unusable ahead of time, use surge protection.Find out more about this on our helpful tips site in a separate review. “Surge protectors for household appliances - rating”.

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The main differences between vertical vacuum cleaners:

• The main technical elements are placed on the pipe. The vacuum cleaner fan is located on the motor shaft. During operation, creates a stream of air that traps dust and contaminants.
• The base is a rotating element - this is a functional feature and helps to clear all inaccessible places.
• Turbo brush - cleans carpets and furniture coverings, removing all the smallest villi from animals, hair, and other small debris
• Nozzles for different types of surfaces.

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Types of vertical vacuum cleaners

Vertical vacuum cleaners by the principle of work are of two types:

• mains powered;
• running on battery.

Mains powered vertical vacuum cleaners

The advantages of this technique are as follows:

1. Unlimited working hours.
2. Power is several hundred watts more.
3. Price - vacuum cleaners with a cord, much cheaper than their counterparts on batteries.
4. Cleaning efficiency and speed.

Important! Pet owners are often faced with the problem of cleaning wool. Our separate review will help you choose the best vacuum cleaner for wool.

Disadvantages:

1. Limited in movement.
2. Security.

Important! If there are children or animals, they can get tangled up in cords.

 

Vertical vacuum cleaners on battery

The advantages of these models are:

1. It can be used everywhere - due to the fact that there is no cord, you can clean it in the passenger compartment, transport equipment to any place you need.
2. Compact - the suction module can climb into the most secluded corner.
3. High quality cleaning.
4. Lightness and speed.
5. The cost of electricity is less.

Important! When choosing, pay attention to the type of battery - Li-ion is better than NiMh.

Disadvantages are also available, namely:

1. High price.
2. Power from 85-110 watts.
3. You need to charge it periodically (like a mobile phone).
4. Limited time - from 20 to 50 minutes.

Do I need a wire?

To summarize: which vertical vacuum cleaner to choose - powered from the mains or stand-alone?

• If you need to make a general high-quality cleaning in a large room, of course, you can not do without a cord.
• If you like to clean up yourself in the car or in the gazebo in the country, then here you can not do without a portable "assistant".

Important! Many consumers have purchased a vertical vacuum cleaner with cord and battery.

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Some useful advanced options

Manufacturers have developed several additional features to help you with your cleaning. For example:

1. Detachable “suction” module - you can put a turbo brush or other nozzle on the module itself. As a result, you get a small portable vacuum cleaner.
2. Aquafilter - a reservoir with water through which air passes during operation. Water is a kind of filter that not only absorbs dust and dirt, but also humidifies the air in the room.
3. Automatic sensor - detects the level of pollution. For example, when the site is very dirty, the vacuum cleaner automatically turns on at full power, and vice versa.
4. LED backlight on a turbo brush - helps to see garbage in dark corners.
5. Automatic shutdown of the device - when your dust collector is filled to capacity, it will not be able to turn on.
6. The turbo brush cleaning system is a special button, by pressing which you will clean the brush from hair and wool in one motion.

Important! All these additions make your work easier and speed up the cleaning process.

Important! Vacuum cleaners with a steam cleaner are becoming increasingly popular. What functions can be performed by this device? What are its advantages and disadvantages? How to choose the right one? You will find answers to these and other questions on our portal of useful tips in the article “Vacuum cleaner with steam cleaner”.

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Test of vertical vacuum cleaners: firms, models

The choice, of course, is always yours. But so that your “assistant” does not disappoint you, choose models from well-known manufacturers.

Important! The most popular customer reviews are models from such manufacturers: Bosch, Dyson, Philips, Electrolux.

We will test vertical vacuum cleaners of different companies and models.

Test participants:

1. Electrolux Ergorapido Plus 2 in 1 ZB2943 is a cordless vacuum cleaner.
2. Hoover Athen ATN300B 011 is a cordless vacuum cleaner.
3. Samsung SS7555 Slone is a cordless vacuum cleaner.
4. Sinbo SVC 3463 - works from a network.

Parameters by which we test:

• battery life;
• maximum noise level;
• quality of cleaning;
• dust collector cleaning;
• portable vacuum cleaner;
• ergonomics of the device;
• price.

To summarize:

• By the time of autonomous charging - the time of continuous operation of the device and the time of full charge were taken into account here. The leaders were Hoover Athen and Samsung, followed by Electrolux Ergorapido, Sinbo - wired.
• In terms of noise - the quietest was Hoover Athen, then Electrolux Ergorapido, the next Samsung and the last - Sinbo.
• Qualitatively removes Hoover Athen and Samsung, slightly worse than Electrolux Ergorapido and Sinbo.
• It’s more convenient and faster to clean the dust bag from Samsung, it’s a little difficult for everyone else.
• Well laid out Electrolux Ergorapido and Samsung, the second place is occupied by Sinbo. Hoover Athen does not have this feature.
• In terms of comfort in use and appearance, Electrolux Ergorapido leads, followed by Samsung, Sinbo, Hoover Athen.
• The most expensive - Hoover Athen, the same price Electrolux Ergorapido and Samsung, the cheapest Sinbo.

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We allocate places:

1. The winner of the test was - Samsung SS7555 Slone.
2. Second place - Electrolux Ergorapido Plus 2 in 1 ZB2943.
3. Third - Hoover Athen ATN300B 011.
4. Fourth - Sinbo SVC 3463.

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Vertical Vacuum Cleaner

A vertical vacuum cleaner is the last word in technology; if you purchase it, you will not regret it at all. This unit will simplify cleaning, thereby saving your time and effort:

• Many housewives appreciated washing vertical vacuum cleaners: The mechanism of such a device allows you to operate with one hand, without much effort.
• In addition, the main advantage is multifunctionality, because just one movement on the key is enough - and the microfiber block, which conducts wet cleaning, turns off and is easily removed.
• Using the microfiber nozzle, you can clean all hard surfaces - tiles, laminate, linoleum, parquet.
• Used dirty water is collected in a tank, which you can remove and wash after work.
• After cleaning, remove the fabric from the nozzle, rinse and put it back on.

Important! According to customer reviews, models of washing vertical vacuum cleaners by Karcher and Philips are popular.

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In this article, we introduced you to one of the options for modern cleaning equipment. Now you have an idea of ​​what a vertical vacuum cleaner is powered from the mains and self-contained, and you have probably determined whether it is suitable for permanent use or if the usual classic type unit will be more convenient.