Vacuum cleaner with bag, bagless, stick or robot: the guide to choosing well
A large house with rugs, a flat with wooden floors, a cat that sheds or a child with allergies: every home has its ideal vacuum. Often, the right choice is even two appliances.
- With bag + HEPA filter: the most hygienic, ideal for allergies
- Cordless stick : lightweight and always ready
- Robot : it vacuums, and sometimes mops, when you're not there
- Look at the noise, theautonomy and the brush
The four families of vacuum cleaners
| Type | Strengths | Limitations | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cylinder with bag | Hygienic, large capacity, powerful, good filtration | Bags to buy again | Allergy sufferers, large areas, rugs |
| Bagless cylinder | No bags, you can see when to empty | Dust bin to empty, filters to wash | Regular use, budget |
| Cordless stick | Lightweight, always ready, converts to a handheld vacuum | Battery life, small bin | Flat, quick tidy-ups, stairs, car |
| Robot vacuum (and mop) | It works on its own, every day; some mop and empty themselves | Floor to clear, no stairs | Active households, pets, daily upkeep |
The criteria that make the difference
The floors
On tiles and parquet, a soft brush prevents scratches. On rugs and carpet, a motorised brush makes all the difference. Some robots and stick vacuums also mop floors.
Pets and allergies
A anti-tangle brush stops hair and fur from wrapping around it. For allergies, a vacuum with bag and a HEPA filter keeps dust locked in.
Noise
Less than 66 dB, that's quiet: you can vacuum during a child's nap. Above 76 dB, the appliance is noticeably loud.
For a robot
- Laser navigation : the robot maps the home and covers every room methodically.
- Docking station : it empties its bin into a large bag by itself, for several weeks.
- Mopping function : a damp mop pad for hard floors.
- App : no-go zones, schedules, cleaning a single room.
A robot for every day and a cylinder or stick for the deep clean: that's the duo I recommend most often. The robot keeps things tidy, while the vacuum handles the stairs, corners and sofas.
Other cleaning appliances
Steam mop for cleaning hard floors without products, pressure washer for the patio, car and bike, window-cleaning robot for large picture windows.
Our vacuum cleaners in store
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Frequently asked questions
With or without a bag, which to choose?
With a bag, dust stays sealed inside: it's the most hygienic option, especially for allergy sufferers. Without a bag, there are no bags to buy, but you empty the bin by hand and wash the filters.
Is a robot vacuum enough?
For everyday maintenance, often yes. But it doesn't do stairs or corners, and you have to tidy the floor first. Most customers keep a traditional vacuum or a broom for the deep clean.
What is a HEPA filter?
A very fine filter that traps pollen, dust mites and fine dust. It is recommended for people with allergies or asthma.
What battery life can you expect from a cordless stick vacuum?
From 20 to 60 minutes depending on the model and the power setting used. For a large home, a spare removable battery is a real plus.
Come and see the appliances in person
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