Adding to the confusion vacuum cleaner manufacturers throw in a lot of jargon and fancy tech names.
Features of a good vacuum cleaner.
As a smart consumer you need to cut through the marketing nonsense and make an informed judgement.
It is the rather mundane features that differentiate one vacuum cleaner from another.
While a brush roll is great when you are vacuuming carpet it can damage hard surface floors and some rugs having the option to turn off the brush roll is a great option that increases the usability of the vacuum cleaner.
The trick to achieving that is to know the different units and factors that make a good vacuum cleaner good.
Some are as good as uprights at cleaning carpets.
With regard to this you should have a hands on experience of the most essential features that a vacuum cleaner should contain.
One of our favourite features is the huge 9 litre capacity bag.
Check features a vacuum cleaner with a motorized brush cleans.
Most are quieter and the separate power head makes them seem lighter as well.
This is one of the best features.
While some are so vital the rest is just baggage from unscrupulous manufacturers meant to lure an innocent buyer.