Convention says canister vacuums—the type with a low, compact body and a long hose that you attach to a brush—are very effective on bare floors. They’re also easy to use on stairs and maneuver around ...

Twelve vacuums went into our Testing Lab, but only seven made the cut. These are the best upright vacuum cleaners to keep ...

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The best upright vacuums — modern twists on the traditional vacuum cleaners of yesteryear — are more compact and easier to store than canister vacuums, and more powerful than stick vacuums. They’re ...

CARPET CLEANING: The Kenmore Agility 10325 did a very good job of removing the embedded mixture of sand and powder from our soiled test carpets. This is a measure of how well a vacuum removes the dirt ...

Worried about getting enough suction power to bust dust bunnies? Here's what experts recommend when choosing between an upright vacuum and a stick vacuum. Stephen J. Bronner is a New York-based ...

Picking a vacuum cleaner requires more than just considering its durability and suction capabilities and finding a price that matches your budget. A vacuum cleaner is very much an investment. You'll ...

Don't fix what isn't broken is a great mantra to apply to the best upright vacuums; these reliable stalwarts provide the most powerful suction on hard floors and carpeting, unrestrained cleaning time, ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Convention says canister vacuums—the type ...