The best inexpensive vacuum would depend heavily on what is meant by “inexpensive”. Well, in this case I’m referring to vacuums which are under $100. A lot of people end up buying the high-end (expensive) models, just because they think they must work better if they cost more. Well, this is not always the case. In fact, I think these two models below are better in a lot of ways than some of their high-end competitors - yet, cost under $100.

The Hoover U5140-900 Tempo is one of the best inexpensive vacuums because of its suction, lightweight & low dust emissions. It also comes with an allergen filter, which isn’t quite as good as HEPA - but it’s definitely worth having. It doesn’t do super well on hard floors, but is great for carpets. This vacuum costs around $75, depending on where you get it.

The Hoover S2220 Flair stick vacuum made our list of top inexpensive vacuums because of its small lightweight form, its ease of use in tight places & also it is fairly quiet. Of course, the $50 price tag is very attractive as well. Being a stick vacuum, you can’t expect it to do everything, but it does a great job with smaller spaces.

I realize these 2 choices are both Hoovers. There are other brands which make a good budget vacuum cleaner, but Hoover just happens to make some of the best inexpensive vacuum on the market today. Overall, my top choice would be the Hoover U5140-900 Tempo. It’s a great all-around performer, and is well under the $100 range.

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My short Bissell Flip-It review: The Bissell Flip-It Bare Floor Cleaner is basically a combo unit. It functions as both a vacuum cleaner and a liquid-dispensing mop. When you have the vacuum side facing upwards, you can tilt the handle and suck up small debris, etc. Then, once you’re done vacuuming, you flip it to the other side and tilt the handle and it becomes a wet mop. There is also a trigger you can pull to release soap/liquids. It’s definitely an ingenious idea, but I’m only somewhat impressed - let me explain.

The Bissell Flip-It, when used as a vacuum, is nothing more than your average stick vacuum. It’s OK, but not great. The suction is barely powerful enough to pick up a few Cheerios, so don’t expect to vacuum your whole house with it.

The Flip-It’s mop side is another story. It works really well, and is almost worth buying just for this function. It will clean up your bare floors, and even has a squeegee and suction to dry up the floor as you go along. The Bissell Flip-It is a lot more fun to use than a regular mop/Swiffer.

While I’m not that impressed with the vacuum side of the Bissell Flip-It Bare Floor Cleaner, I still recommend this little combo unit because of it’s wet mop side. And even though the vacuum doesn’t work very well, you can just consider it a bonus that comes with the mop.

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Finding the best vacuum for the money is not always easy. There are a lot of cheap models out there, but we’ve narrowed the best vacuums for the money down to 3 models. Each of them have their benefits and drawbacks, but all are fairly inexpensive.

Eureka Boss SmartVac 4870MZ - This bagged vacuum does a great job at picking up pet hair and comes loaded with a couple attachments. The suction is great and it includes a HEPA filtration system. It does weigh 21 lbs, so it’s the heaviest of all 3 models. It is built well though, so you can’t complain too much. It’s an all-around good vacuum for a fair price of $140.

Hoover Tempo U5140-900 - This unit can easily be considered one of the best vacuums for the money. It’s lightweight, solidly built (although the plastic exterior doesn’t really look like it), the suction is excellent, it has an allergen filtration system & of course is relatively inexpensive - around $80.

Eureka 71B Handheld - This little vacuum has great suction and is small enough to squeeze into tight places. It works especially well on stairs and for picking up pet hair. It also works well on fabrics, and a lot of people use it to vacuum their car out. The one negative is that it’s a little loud. However, the $50 price tag compensates for some of the noise.

The best vacuum for the money out of these 3 models, in my opinion, is the Hoover Tempo U5140-900. Even though the price is low, it doesn’t sacrifice on the essentials. The other 2 models definitely have their place. They would work better in different situations - so depending on your situation, you may end up choosing them.

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The best lightweight vacuum cleaners not only have to be lighter than your average vacuum, but also have outstanding suction and performance. There are a couple lightweight vacuums which should definitely be considered, but I think one really stands out as the overall best lightweight vacuum cleaner. Here are my top 3 picks:

Miele Neptune - This 11 lb canister vacuum is pricey, but it’s versatility and power easily make up for it. It’s light enough to take up and down stairs with ease. Also, the Neptune’s filtration system is one of the best on the market. I also have to mention that this machine is very quiet, compared to most competitors.

Oreck XL Series - The Oreck XL is consistently rated one of the best lightweight vacuum cleaners by users because of it’s powerful suction and light weight (only 8 lbs). The basic model comes with a 1 year warranty, while the new Oreck XL Platinum Pilot comes with a 10 year warranty, and weights 10 lbs. They are excellent machines, just a little pricey as well.

Simplicity Freedom - This lightweight vacuum cleaner is only 8 lbs. It has superb suction for such a little vacuum, and also features a HiFlow HEPA filtration system. It’s perfect for going up and down flights of stairs or just pulling around large rooms.

The best lightweight vacuum of these 3 top choices, in my opinion, is the Simplicity Freedom. It is definitely lightweight, and the suction is tremendous. It’s small enough to get into tight places as well. One thing I don’t like about Simplicity vacuums is that you have to buy from an authorized retailer, and they are not available for purchase online. I would definitely check into the other 2 lightweight vacuums if the Simplicity is not an option for you.

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My short Garry vacuum review: The Garry vacuum cleaner is basically an “as seen on tv” product, not sold in retail stores. In some ways it reminds me of Oreck, and actually that is who they are directly trying to compete with. It’s fairly light weight, at just 9 lbs - so it should be easy enough to take up and down stairs, or drag around the house. The suction power is actually quite good; very comparable to other leading brands.

The Garry vacuum is a bagged unit, so you will have to replace the bags once they get filled up. However, one great benefit of buying this machine is that you get free bags for the life of the vacuum cleaner (although, you have to pay a $10 shipping and handling fee). Also, it has a lifetime warranty (for the original purchaser). The hypo-allergenic filter is said to work pretty well, going by what other users say. So, if you have bad allergies, it should really help you out. I do like the price, at “just 4 easy payments of $49.95″ - or $199 total. I can’t say I’m that into the “as seen on tv” products as a general rule, but I would say the Garry vacuum is definitely worth a shot.

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A hypo-allergenic vacuum cleaner is one which removes dust & allergen particles from your floors, while keeping the suctioned particles from escaping the vacuum.  Bagged hypo-allergenic vacuum cleaners do especially well at keeping those particles inside, although there are a few bagless models available. Most newer units will come with a HEPA filter. This filter helps keep any particles from escaping when the air is exiting the machine.

Oreck is the main company making hypo-allergenic vacuums - and probably the best at it. However, there are other manufacturers out there as well. Miele, Dyson, Hoover and Garry are a few other companies with models on the market.

If I were to recommend a unit, it would be the Oreck XL Silver Power Team. It’s on the higher-end of the price spectrum, but does a good job and looks great. Besides having a hypo-allergenic filtration system, it also has antimicrobial protection and is pretty light-weight.

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The top vacuum cleaners in the categories below are based upon 100’s of consumer reviews, pricing, and how well the features of these top vacuum cleaners match up against similar competitors. I’ve selected 5 popular categories, since different consumers are looking for specific types of vacuums. Each category has our pick of the best vacuum next to it, and a few comments on why it was chosen.

Budget Model - Hoover U5140-900 Tempo Widepath vacuum cleaner. This lightweight vacuum costs around $60, and easily makes the list for the top vacuum cleaner in the budget category. Besides being light and cheap, this vacuum has low dust emissions and comes with an allergen filter.

Cordless Model - Hoover Platinum Collection Linx stick vacuum. This is a fairly new arrival, but already has made its mark. The suction on this stick vacuum is tremendous. Plus, the on-off switch for the roller is a huge benefit for those of you who own carpets & bare floors. The one negative is the battery power - you can’t do large spaces all on one charge (but, it’s to be expected from a cordless machine).

Canister Model - Miele S4210 Carina. This is our pick for top canister vacuum cleaner because of its ability to clean bare floors, the build quality, and that it is lightweight. This machine is also super reliable and does great on allergies. It’s definitely on the pricier side, but if you have the money this vacuum is well worth it.

Upright Model - Eureka 4870MZ Boss SmartVac. This model easily takes the top vacuum cleaner spot for the upright model category. There are, of course, other superb upright models - however, the fact that this one only costs around $150 is why we chose it. This machine is also very quiet, the performance is outstanding, it has an on-off brush switch, it picks up pet hair with ease & the included attachments are wonderful. The only real negatives are that it’s fairly heavy and a little cheap looking.

Robotic Model - iRobot Roomba Discovery 510. This robotic vacuum is great with pet hair and has decent suction. It’s simple to set up and get running, and like all Roombas it does the vacuuming so you don’t have to. The container on the unit isn’t huge, but it should work fine for most users. It also stops when the container is full. Be aware though, it doesn’t have a programmable schedule and the maintenence needs on the vacuum cleaner can be pretty often.

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My Eureka Pet Pal Bagless vacuum review: The Eureka Pet Pal Bagless vacuum cleaner is obviously meant to pick up pet hair. It actually does quite well at that task, and the roller hand attachment works especially well for this. It’s also nice to have a bagless style vacuum if you have a lot of hair to pick up - it gets less clogged up, and is easy to just empty the canister whenever you need to.

The Eureka Pet Pal Bagless vacuum is also fairly lightweight, which is nice if you have stairs to go up and down. The material it’s made out of seems a little cheap, but you can’t really expect a heavy duty vacuum for under $100. My only gripes about the Eureka Pet Pal bagless vacuum are that the hose doesn’t stretch very well and that it’s a little loud. Other than those couple things, I think it’s a great little vacuum for pet owners.

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Finding the best vacuums for stairs can be difficult. There are a few variables which could affect your decision on which vacuum is best for your stairs. First is whether your staircase is a hard surface or if it is carpet. Next is how many stairs you have. Some vacuum hoses or cords will not be long enough for you. There’s also the questions of how loud the machine is, how heavy it weighs & how good it is at getting into the small stair crevices. Below is a list of 4 of the best vacuums for stairs. They aren’t in any specific order - they all have their benefits, you’ll just have to pick the one that works best for your specific situation.

Dirt Devil M0105 Bagless - this handheld vacuum cleaner has one of the most powerful suctions of any handheld vacuum available. It works especially well at picking up pet hair on stairs, and works best on carpets. The cord is fairly long, but you may have to replug it in at the landing. Also, this machine is quite loud. The end of the vacuum is great for the flat part of the stairs, but you may have a harder time getting the smaller crevies.

Eureka 71B Bagless Handheld - this makes our list as one of the best vacuums for stairs because of the build quality, the suction power, its ability to pick up pet hair & the on-board tools work great for crevices. I think the biggest down-side of this vacuum is how heavy it is. It’s not bad if you don’t have a lot of stairs, but if have 2 or 3 flights of stairs - you’ll definitely get tired arms. Of course, the heaviness is mainly because it’s built of heavy quality material.

Electrolux Oxygen3 Canister vacuum - this machine is great because it works well on both hardwood & carpet stairs. It comes with a couple attachments which work great for the small crevices. It’s also not very heavy, so you can drag the canister right up the stairs with you. One problem some people have is that the hose tends to buckle. The wand could be a little less flexible as well.

Platinum Lightweight Bagged Upright with Canister - this vacuum has great suction and great tools. It can get in the crevices very easily. As the name suggests, the upright is quite lightweight. The canister on the other hand, can get a little heavy for some people. It’s still a lot lighter than most competitors. One other benefit to this vacuum is that it’s a lot quiter than other models.

So, there you have it. These are some of the best vacuums for stairs, so if that is a priority in picking your next vacuum, I would give one of these a try. Good luck!

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The Electrolux Versatility Bagless vacuum cleaner is often compared to Dyson. In fact, a lot of Electrolux Versatility owners, who have owned a Dyson in the past, say this vacuum works just as good or better. The build quality is exceptional. It’s very sturdy and made of thick plastic material, plus it is very stylish. The suction power is on par with Dyson, although the canister on this machine fills up pretty quickly. This vacuum also features a HEPA filter, which is great for allergy sufferers.

The Electrolux Versatility bagless vacuum comes with a lot of useful tools as well. Included with the unit is a hand Turbo tool, a crevice tool & a dusting brush. These work great for cleaning blinds, upholstery, etc. The 30 ft cord is longer than a lot of competitors - which is really nice when you have a bigger room. Probably the biggest complaint we have of the Electrolux Versatility bagless vacuum is the weight. I think it’s something you have to live with, if you want a vacuum built of heavy duty material. The price is also a little steep, but when you compare it to a Dyson it’s not so bad. Overall, I would recommend it.

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The Eureka Capture Pet Lover HEPA vacuum cleaner has a very powerful suction, which works especially well on carpets. For how well it does on carpets, it unfortunately doesn’t do too well on bare or hardwood floors. It’s nice and easy to assemble, if you’re getting it new out of the box. Just 4 screws and you’re done. The Eureka Capture pet Lover vacuum is easy to push around on the floor and actually feels very light. But, if you are actually going up and down stairs, it definitely feels heavier.

The Eureka Capture Pet Lover vacuum does have a few problems though. For one, the filter can get clogged with hair pretty easily. Also, it would have been nice if they made the dust bin a little larger. It seems like it gets filled awfully fast. Even with these few complaints, I think it is still worth the money. Like I mentioned ealier, the Eureka Capture Pet Lover HEPA vacuum’s suction is amazing. It’s almost worth the money just for the ability to deep clean thick carpets, if you have them. Basically, it does an excellent job at what it’s intended for - sucking up pet hair. I would give it a try if you have long carpets and shedding pets.

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Miele Powerhouse vacuum cleaners are some of the most powerful HEPA filter vacuums available today. There are three main models of the Miele Powerhouse currently for sale, which I’ll run through the details of below. They are all upright vacuum cleaners, and run from the basic to luxury models.

The Miele Powerhouse S183 would be considered the “basic” unit. Even so, the feature set is quite impressive. It’s a full-size, upright vacuum cleaner with a HEPA six-stage micron filtration system. The rubber wheels help protect against marring hard floors. The full-width roller brush provides edge-to-edge cleaning and the Clean dustbags help keep the dirt and dust from escaping. Also included with the Miele Powerhouse S183 is an extended crevice tool, dusting brush, a 7 ft stretch hose & a 22 ft cord.

The Miele Powerhouse S184 vacuum is the mid-range model. It includes everything the S183 model has, plus a few extras. The main feature added to this unit is the variable suction adjustment. Basically, this allows you to control the amount of suction you want the vacuum cleaner to have. This may be useful if you don’t want to suck up the rug, just the dust on the rug, etc. Also, the Miele Powerhouse S184 vacuum includes a headlight & a 25 ft cord.

The Miele Powerhouse S185 is the top-of-the-line version. This model is actually retired by Miele, so it may be a little hard to find. It’s the most powerful of the bunch. Not only does it include everything the S184 and S183 models have, but it also features advanced micron filtration, to give you even cleaner air. The Powerhosue S185 also includes an upholstery tool, a variable headlight & a 27 ft cord.

Overall, the Miele Powerhouse vacuum cleaner line is fairly highly rated by different review sites. Most users comment on the strength and ease of use of these machines. They love the adjustable suction feature on the S184 & S185 models, allowing them to clean curtains & like items with ease. The HEPA filter is of course worthy of accolade as well. The main thing that may hold some people back from buying a Miele Powerhouse vacuum is the steep price.

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Most Hoover WindTunnel Anniversary Edition vacuum reviews are generally favorable. The Hoover WindTunnel Anniversary Edition vacuum cleaner is a pretty basic model, and is mid-range as far as price goes. But don’t mistake a cheaper price with suction quality. The powerful suction on this machine is one of its best assets. Also, it is easy to maneuver in tight places and corners.

The Hoover WindTunnel Anniversary Edition vacuum cleaner is made of pretty lightweight plastic. This can be a positive or negative, depending on how you look at it. On one hand, it looks a little cheaper and some reviews complain that this vacuum cleaner’s parts break too easily. On the other hand, it is a little lighter than competitor vacuums (although, it’s not super light).

Overall, the Hoover WindTunnel Anniversary Edition vacuum cleaner is a decent buy for the money. It does all the basics quite well and the suction is great. However, the cheaper build quality leaves much to be desired.

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Choosing the best vacuum for hardwood floors is not always easy. A lot of vacuum cleaners have great suction, but when it comes to hardwood floors they just spread the dirt around. Not a good situation. Well, we did a little research for you, and here are the top 3 best vacuum cleaners for hardwood floors we could find (the first is for smaller homes, the second is heavy duty for larger homes & the third is an all-around vacuum for people with both carpet and hardwood floors):

Electrolux Ergorapido 2-in-1: This little vacuum cleaner is great on hardwood floors, and works especially well picking up pet hair. Also, it can come apart so you have a smaller handheld unit as well. It’s smaller, so you can maneuver around small corners and such. One of the biggest bonuses of this machine is that it actually looks nice.

Eureka Sanitaire SC5845 Commercial: This one will cost a little more since it’s larger and is commercial grade. However, if you have a large house full of hardwood floors - this vacuum will work wonders for you. The suction is great and the dirt cup is bigger than normal.

Hoover S3765-040 WindTunnel Canister: A lot of users review this product and say it’s one of the best vacuums for hardwood floors. You can use it on both carpet and hardwood floors - you just have to switch a toggle on and off. The suction is amazing on this thing, plus the filter life is longer than most competitors.

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