Of the nearly 300 vacuums we’ve tested, we think these are the best for cleaning all floor types. Real Simple / Henry Wortock Whether your home has hardwood floors, tile, deep-pile carpet, or a bit of ...

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 ...

With a $119.99 sticker price, the Dirt Devil Dash Upright Vacuum is the cheapest vacuum cleaner we've looked at by more than $50. Unfortunately, it seems that to some extent, you get what you pay for ...

This flexible type of vacuum goes where uprights can't reach.

A good vacuum is powerful, with unwavering suction. A great vacuum is also nimble, ideally with swivel steering and customizable settings for different types of cleaning jobs and floors. But the best ...

Time for reinforcements: The best upright vacuums for 2026 are your greatest allies for combating dirt, debris and more. A good vacuum is powerful, with unwavering suction. A great vacuum is also ...

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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 ...