The Best Vacuums for Carpets We've Ever Tested
A good vacuum is necessary for a clean home, especially if you have a lot of carpet. After all, carpets hold onto dust, dirt, and moisture—and don’t even get us started on pet hair. With so many options on the market, it can be overwhelming to decide which vacuum to order, so we tested 250 options and narrowed the best ones down for you.
When looking for the best vacuums for carpets, we focused on maneuverability, noise level, ease of emptying, and effectiveness in picking up hair and household debris like sand, coffee grounds, and pet kibble. We also spoke with Chris Willatt, founder of Alpine Maids, for tips on how to choose the best vacuum for your needs.
Whether you prefer a sturdy upright vacuum, a cordless vacuum, or a canister vacuum with all the attachments that make it easy to get even the tightest corners clean, we found the best vacuums for the carpets in your home.
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This reasonably priced vacuum has impressive suction and seamlessly transitions between carpet and other floor types.
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It is a bit top heavy.
There’s a lot to love about this vacuum. It cleaned up the debris from the carpet very quickly in our testing and transitioned seamlessly to hard surfaces. We particularly liked the design, which wasn’t as bulky as other upright vacuums and included handy attachments. We found the setup easy thanks to clear instructions; in fact, unboxing it was the only thing that took long.
The vacuum had impressive suction capabilities, and we appreciated that the suction power was easy to adjust. It's a bit top heavy, but it maneuvered well on carpet, which is where it worked the best. During testing, its swivel head made it easy to turn around objects like chair and table legs, though it was still a bit too large to fit under furniture. On the other hand, it has a lift-away pod that detaches from the base, allowing you to easily reach areas above the floor. It also comes with a few useful attachments to clean every nook and cranny, including a crevice tool, dusting brush, and upholstery tool.
Emptying the dustbin proved to be a clean and easy one-handed task, and the filter is easily accessible for cleaning or replacing. Other great features include LED headlights, which make it easy to see what you’re vacuuming, and a HEPA filter to trap allergens so they aren’t released back in the air while you vacuum.
After using this for six months, we're shocked by how well it has held up. It's a fantastic pick if you’re looking for something powerful, effective on a variety of surfaces, and easily adjustable in terms of suction power.
Type: Upright | Weight: 15.5 pounds | Cord Length: 25 feet | Battery Life/Runtime: Not listed | Dustbin Capacity: 0.83 liters
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