Vacuums

The Hoover React Powered Reach Plus was competitive in our tests and stands out for many convenience features. This vacuum uses tiny sensors to detect changes in flooring type so it can optimize brushroll speeds based on conditions. We found the feature to be accurate during our tests.

The Easy Maid cleaned at its best when it was on carpeting, especially thinner carpeting. It struggled the most on hardwood, often flinging kitty litter and cereal far out of its cleaning path.

The Riccar SupraLite Deluxe R10D was among the top three in terms of cleaning performance on all our tests. The problem with this machine is the story stops there. Other machines had the same amount of suction, or a little better, and they cost a lot less.

Review The Eureka Mighty Mite offers strong suction and a low price.

Review For a battery operated vacuum, the Hoover LiNX offers excellent suction.

Review The Shark Rotator Powered Lift-Away seemed clunky and slow compared to most others we tried, but it did get the cleaning jobs done.

Review A great set of features, excellent power, and a long nozzle make this a good vacuum for all occasions.

Review Bissell Multi Reach Cordless offers a lightweight design and long battery life.

Review It's a heavy vacuum cleaner, but the Miele Swing H1 gets results with its superb suction.

Review The Bissell Bolt is great at picking up pet hair, and comes in an incredibly fetching pink.

Review The Shark MultiFLEX offers an extra-long warranty and quiet operation.

Review The Hoover REACT boasts the longest battery life of those we tested.

Editor’s Note: This product has been removed from our side-by-side comparison because it has been replaced by another product.

Editor’s Note: This product has been removed from our side-by-side comparison because it has been replaced by another product.

Review The Simplicity Wonder is a lightweight vacuum, but it lacks suction power.

Review The Kenmore 600 has great tools, but its overall cleaning performance isn't all that good.

Review This is a quiet vacuum with decent enough suction for allergy sufferers. It's an older model, though.

Review This Electrolux model gives great suction, and lives up to its name as a Silent Performer.

Editor’s Note: This product has been removed from our side-by-side comparison because it has been discontinued.

Editor’s Note: This product has been removed from our side-by-side comparison because it has been discontinued.