A suitable vacuum cleaner is important to keep the home clean, but many customers of BBE do not know how to select the vacuum cleaner. In addition to the traditional canister-type vacuum cleaner, manufacturers also introduce different types of vacuum cleaners with different advantages and disadvantages. We will compare different types of vacuum cleaners, and explain some matters needing attention in the purchase of vacuum cleaners.
Comparison of vacuum cleaners
Upright vacuum cleaner
Upright vacuum cleaner is common, and we do not need to bend over due to its length and straight, some of which can even be placed upright without leaning on the wall so they are easy to store. In addition to the suction produced by the motor, there is also a rotating vibrating brush that is driven by a motor to pull the fluff of the felt and to suck dust and dirt. So, upright vacuum cleaner is the most suitable for felt cleaning. Now, many new models are wireless, which can be used up to 1 hour per charge and enough to deal with dirt – cleaning work at home. Also, they no longer need wires and access sockets like the traditional vacuum cleaner, so we do not need to worry about electric shock or inconvenience caused by the length of the wire.
Canister vacuum cleaner
As the most traditional type, canister vacuum cleaner is specially equipped with a drum that has a wheel to facilitate the movement, and the soft straw connects to the suction nozzle, which can be capable of expansion and contraction and easy to clean subtle places. The canister vacuum cleaner relies on the suction generated by the motor to suck the dust and collect it in the main engine. The canister vacuum cleaner can be used with wires and sockets, so we can use it for a long time but do not need to worry about no electricity. Also, we should pay attention to the wheel material to avoid damage to the floor in purchase.
Handhold vacuum cleaner
Handhold vacuum cleaner is relatively small, so we can use it to clean dressers, cabinets, desks, curtains, truck beds and other places that the upright vacuum cleaner is difficult to clean. With the wireless charging design, it can be used for smaller dust - collection work. Because the handhold vacuum cleaner will be used with the vertical vacuum cleaner together, many manufacturers have launched vertical - portable vacuum cleaners, so you can split the vertical vacuum cleaner into a handhold vacuum cleaner.
Vacuum robot
Vacuum robots are lazy people’s favorite. Generally, vacuum robots have a round cake shape, and the body is built with intelligent navigation system composed of the multi-group sensor to clean dust automatically. Some models can detect dirt degree and focus on cleaning through the optical acoustic sensor. After the completion of the work, they can automatically return to the “base” for charge, so we do not need to worry about anything. Users can use the mobile phone to set the dust – collecting time, so vacuum robots are particularly suitable for busy Hong Kong people. Generally, vacuum robots can run for about 30 minutes to 2 hours and then need to be recharged. However, its dust – collecting efficiency is worse than the vertical or canister vacuum cleaner, so it is suitable for cleaning of shallow dust, and it may not be able to clean the corner of the wall due to the circular design.
Water filtration vacuum cleaners and steam cleaners
These two kinds of vacuum cleaners are not common and they have fewer models. The water - filter – type vacuum cleaner can dissolve dust in the water directly and filter exhaust at the same time, so it is especially suitable for people who are prone to allergies. The steam-type vacuum cleaner will remove the stubborn stains and sterilize by high-pressure water steam. The steam-type vacuum cleaner can be used to clean dust and mop the floor at the same time.
Should I but bagless vacuum cleaner?
It is controversial that whether the vacuum cleaner should have a dust bag. In fact, front - bag design and baglee design both have a good cleaning performance, so we cannot decide which one will be better. We can choose a more appropriate one depending on price, convenience, avoidance of allergens and environmental impact. We can compare advantages and disadvantages of the two designs.
Vacuum cleaners with dust bags usually have a larger capacity than that of bagless vacuum cleaners, which are especially suitable for people who are prone to allergies and asthmatic patients, because all the dust is sealed in the bag but not be leaked. But vacuum cleaners with dust bags are less environmentally friendly, because cloth bags or paper bags are required to be regularly replaced. Of course, the biodegradable bag can reduce the pollution to the environment.
If we use vacuum cleaners with dust boxes, we can save the cost of buying and replacing dust bags, because the dust inside the dust box can be directly poured into the trash can. If we use vacuum cleaners with transparent dust boxes, we can easily see the amount of dust. When cleaning the dust box, we need to be careful to avoid the dust to go into the air and then to re-enter the home environment. And flying dust will affect the health of people who are prone to allergies.
Other considerations when purchasing a vacuum cleaner
Suction
In addition to the electric power, we should also pay attention to suction when purchasing a vacuum cleaner. Electric power uses Watt as a unit (quantity of electrical consumption), and the general vacuum cleaner’s electric power is about 300 to 1100 watts. The suction refers to the actual cleaning efficiency of the vacuum cleaner with Watt as a unit, and the greater the value is, the stronger the suction is. Usually, the larger the electric power is, the stronger the suction is, so some manufacturers will not list these two data. The Hong Kong Consumer Council has also recommended that the vacuum cleaner with the suction of 850 Watts is suitable for general household use.
Some vacuum cleaners have a suction control key, so we can choose the appropriate suction according to the environment. For example, we can choose strong suction when cleaning the carpet, but choose weak suction when cleaning the curtain to protect the curtain surface.
Noise
Vacuum cleaners will produce less noise compared to other appliances in operation. With dB as a unit, the general vacuum cleaners will produce noise of about 78 to 90 dB. If you love quiet, the mute vacuum cleaner with noise of less than 70 dB is a good choice.
Weight
A lightweight vacuum cleaner will attract more frequent cleaning. We should choose a vacuum cleaner with a proper weight that we can bear, so we can use it for a long time.
Air filtration
For those who are prone to allergies, suffering from asthma or focusing on air quality, we can use a vacuum cleaner with a special HEPA filter that eliminates harmful allergens such as mould, smoke or dust in the air. However, these vacuum cleaners are also more expensive, and HEPA filters must be cleaned regularly and replaced once a year.
Parts
In addition to the brush that all vacuum cleaners have to clean the floor and carpet, some vacuum cleaners have different cleaning parts, such as the sharp brush head, sweeping brush, furniture brush, small hair brush and small sucking head and so on to facilitate the cleaning of the corners, curtains, crevices and furniture. Some parts are more specifically used to pick up pet’s hair and dander, so they are especially suitable for families that keep pets. You can pay attention to the relevant parts based on actual needs, and vacuum cleaners with more interface equipment and parts will be more convenient for cleaning work.
Recopmmendation of vacuum cleaner
In addition to the above matters needing attention when buying the vacuum cleaner, some popular brands will be recommended. And you can consult professional advice to our electrical consultants, so as to choose the most suitable model.
Electrolux
As the world’s second largest vender of household electrical appliance industry, Electrolux is headquartered in Sweden with nearly a hundred years of history, and it is also No. 1 vacuum cleaner brand in Southeast Asia. The PF91-6BWF vertical and wireless vacuum cleaner has been popular with BBE customers, because it is equipped with 36V lithium battery and thus its suction is enough to match the traditional 2500w vacuum cleaner. Also, it can be used for 60 minutes per time, so we can use it without interruption, unlike the vertical vacuum cleaner with weak endurance ability. Its flexible rotating nozzle makes the cleaning work smoother and exhausts all the dust. And its body can stand by itself, so we do not need to place it leaning on the wall.
Dyson
As the leader in the vacuum cleaner industry, Dyson from the UK has only 20 years of history, and its founder has triggered a revolution in the vacuum cleaner market. For the brand, there are more than 1,000 engineers, more than 3,000 patented technologies in the world and the most top technology. Although its price is more expensive, its quality is excellent. If you buy the Dyson canister vacuum cleaner, you can enjoy maintenance up to 5 years, including parts, maintenance fee and fright. If you buy the Dyson portable vacuum cleaner, you can enjoy maintenance up to 2 years, including parts and maintenance costs. Its product prices are from 3000 hong kong dollar to 6000 hong kong dollar.
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