Whether you’re one for giving your house a ‘spring clean’ every week or someone who just gives things a dust once in a while, having a good vacuum is always a must.
There are some things that are worth splashing out on and a trusty vacuum cleaner is one of them. But there are some things you should consider before you do.
Buying your next vacuum cleaner might not seem like a very big decision but making the right choice to suit your needs can save you a lot of hassle - and money - in the long run.
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As well as the obvious cleaning element, you should think of all your other needs too - do you have hard-to-get-to places at home? Will you be struggling to remove pet hair from your carpet?
Taking these things into consideration before you buy can make all the difference.
Below we’ve listed some of the best vacuum cleaners around right now, at a range of price points.
Shark anti-hair wrap upright vacuum cleaner
The machine is a limited edition version that is exclusive to Amazon, so when it is available it's definitely worth snapping up.
This model also transforms into a portable cleaner for getting into awkward spaces such as stairs or your car. The Pet Tool removes embedded hair from sofas and stairs.
Price: £249.99
Where to buy: Amazon
Shark Duoclean Cordless Vacuum Cleaner
Combining two unique technologies in one system, this vacuum cleaner easily glides from carpet, to wood floor, to upholstery, thanks to its super flexible design.
No longer will vacuuming the whole house be as tiring as a workout. And, with anti-hair wrap technology, your cleaning companion has a better chance of lasting for longer - hair and all.
Price: £349.99
Where to buy: Shark
Dyson V8 Animal Cordless Vacuum
Dyson is well known for its powerful devices, boasting famously-strong suction power.
The Absolute version comes with three different head attachments: a fluffy hard floor head, a large brush head and a small brush head, meaning you have a vacuum cleaner to suit all occasions.
Price: £349.99
Where to buy: Argos
VAX Pick Up Pet CVRAV013 Cylinder Bagless Vacuum Cleaner
This lightweight corded vacuum cleaner is perfect for pet owners. It is designed to help you deal with pet hair so your guests don't end up covered in fuzz. The turbo tool helps to lift and remove embedded pet hair, whether that's on the floor or on chairs.
It's good news for allergy sufferers too - the HEPA filter helps to trap allergens and dust, so everyone can breathe a little easier.
Price: £79.99
Where to buy: Currys PC World
NUMATIC Henry HVR 160-11 Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner
The Numatic Henry HVR 160-11 Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner offers an efficient way to keep your floors spotless.
It's A rated thanks to its efficient motor, and there's a tool for every job around the home - they're stored on the vacuum cleaner so they're always at hand. The TriTex filtration system means that dirt stays trapped inside the cleaner.
The 10m cable means you can clean large rooms without needing to change plug sockets, and when you're finished you can rewind the cord.
Price: £139
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AEG LX7-2-CR-A Power Animal Bagless Vacuum Cleaner
This bagless cylinder vacuum with power nozzle comes with a choice of two parking positions - horizontal or vertical - to enable storage in cupboards.
Shoppers can sust flick the switch to move between hard floor and carpet, and the nozzle is also engineered to reduce noise while providing a deep clean.
A large capacity 1.4L dust container requires emptying less often. When it does need an empty, open simply at the touch of a button.
Cyclonic filtration system separates dust particles for enduring suction power and a thorough clean.
A washable anti-allergy filter provides an additional layer of filtration for a healthier home environment.
Price: £149
Where to buy: John Lewis
Bosch BCH85KITGB Serie 4 ProClean Athlet Kit Vacuum Cleaner
Cordless, powerful, lightweight and agile, the Bosch Athlet Serie 4 cordless vacuum combines maximum performance and convenience on carpet, wood, laminate or any floor type.
The slim and manoeuvrable vacuum cleaner has superb power and combined with the innovative SmartSensor technology, achieves the same cleaning result as a corded vacuum cleaner.
The Serie 4 also comes with a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery which can be fully charged in 5 hours for quick and consistently thorough cleaning for a run time of up to 45 minutes.
With the rechargeable battery you don't have to worry about messy and tangled cords, for stress-free work in the home and in the car.
Price: £249.99
Where to buy: John Lewis
Bush Cordless Handstick Vacuum Cleaner
This vacuum is equipped to tackle every tricky nook and cranny with an assortment of accessories. Get down the side of your sofa with the crevice tool. Or make your curtains look their best with the handy upholstery nozzle
Suitable for all floor surfaces, it's the perfect sidekick for cleaning your whole home in one go. Is the dustbin up to capacity? Simply empty out the container, without the hassle of replacing bags. And you won't miss a spot with the multi-filtration system, as it locks in even the smallest particles.
You can prevent mid-clean stop-starts with the handy Eco mode, which gives you 45 minutes of extra time.
Can't quite reach? Then quickly convert the appliance to make the vacuum cleaner handheld - and the rubber pad on the handle helps protect worktops when needed.
Price: £79.99
Where to buy: Argos
