1. Types of vacuums
Stick vacuum cleaner
Canister vacuum
Robot vacuum cleaner
2. Corded Vs Cordless
Corded
A corded vacuum is one that requires to unit to be plugged into a powerpoint in order to work. These are often referred to as cannister vacuums and generally have better suction power than cordless vacuums.
Cordless
Cordless or stick vacuums are often lighter than a corded vacuum and offer greater flexibility in terms of storage and ease of use. They're great for quick cleaning sessions rather than a full home clean.
3. Bagged vs bagless
Bagged Vacuum Cleaners
Bagged vacuum cleaners require the use of a replaceable bag, that is used to collect the dust and dirt particles collected while cleaning. The bags may require to be replaced after each clean.
Bagless Vacuum Cleaners
A bagless vacuum cleaner captures dirt and dust particles in a chamber that can then be emptied. Our 2-step dust emptying makes it easy to clean ensuring no spills.
4. Vacuum filters
Your filters get clogged with bacteria, dust, smoke, mould and other particles. These can all affect the air quality in your home as well as the performance of your vacuum’s cleaning abilities, if the filter is clogged you will find the suction and general performance of your vacuum will be minimized.
For optimum performance of your cleaner, it is recommended to change your filters regularly.
5. Vacuum cleaners for pets and allergies
Best vacuum for pet owners
Our Well Q7 Animal cordless vacuum is designed to deal with pet hair or fur with ease. The BrushRollClean technology in our vacuum cuts the hair and fibers which are sucked into the dust container to maintain performance without manual cleaning.
The best vacuum for allergies
Vacuums with advanced filtration offer the best defense against allergies. Our five-step filtration in the UltimateHome 900 removes 99.99%* of dust particles^ from your indoor air as you vacuum. *Indoor tests according to EN60312-1 standard. ^0.3 to 10 micrometers.
Recommended vacuum for allergies
6. Vacuums for cars
Vacuuming your car at home can be a lengthy process so it’s important to have an easy-to-use, powerful, and long-lasting vacuum that can double as a handheld unit. Our UltimateHome 900 stick vacuums come with a backup battery, incredible suction power and of course can be used as a handheld unit. For even better use, you can get the Home & Car Kit to help make your car cleaning even easier.
Recommended vacuum for cars
7. Features to look out for
UltimateHome 900 handstick vacuum Powerful performance
UltimateHome 300 Cordless vacuum cleaner
UltimateHome 700 Canister vacuum cleaner
Comfortable cleaning for a healthier home with UltimateHome 700.
8. FAQs
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Are battery-powered vacuums as powerful as canister vacuums?
Our battery-powered vacuum cleaners combine the power and performance of a traditional vacuum with the versatility and ease of a cordless model, which means you get the highest quality of clean every time.
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Can Electrolux vacuum cleaner batteries be replaced?
Yes, vacuum cleaner batteries can be, and you can find them online via our spare parts and accessories web pages.
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Do I need to clean or replace my vacuum filter?
We recommend cleaning HEPA filters monthly for optimum performance, and replacing them every 6-12 months. With our bagged vacuum cleaners there is no need to replace the filter, as each time you replace a bag you effectively refresh the filtration system.
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How do I empty my vacuum cleaner?
Our bagged vacuum cleaners are fitted with a CleanLift handle and s-Bag design, meaning that disposing of used bags is simple. If you’re emptying a bagless model, our controlled emptying systems ensure seamless and hygienic dust disposal every time.
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What is a HEPA filter? What does it do?
Our High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters are highly sensitive air filters designed to capture 99.99% of dust, pollen, mould, bacteria and other airborne particles.