With one of these feature-packed modern marvels, your home will be spick and span in record time The latest vacuum cleaners are fabulously state-of-the-art. Sporting labels with A (best) to G ratings for energy efficiency and performance, your main choice is still between upright and cylinder, but there’s now more crossover: for example, some uprights, like cylinder models, have a flexible hose for stair use. Alternatively, cyclonic designs spin dust and keep suction power at its maximum as the bin fills. Look out for upholstery extras stored on board and mini turbo brushes – good for removing pet hair. Also, think about the size of the dust bag or bin capacity and the length of cable and hose before you buy. If you suffer from allergies, opt for a model with HEPA or S-Class filters, which capture minute particles. Other designs include wet and dry models; lightweight cordless stick uprights and ones that also steam floors, and even robot cleaners that do the work for you.

The combi floorhead on the Dynamo Power Pet U85-DP-PE upright bagless from Vax switches from hard floors to carpet, effortlessly dealing with dust and pet hair. Attach the turbo tool with rotating brushes to this A-rated cleaner to tackle the dog’s bed.£94.99 Messy spills and DIY debris – both indoors and out – are no problem for the huge 12ltr container on the Tough Vac WD2 from Kärcher. Use it with bags when picking up fine dry dirt, or without for wet spills. Powerful and bagless, the Cyclon Clean ZAN7860UKE from Zanussi can collect up to 1.8 litres of dust. Its 4.5m cable comes with a convenient rewind to avoid tangles. The combi crevice nozzle and brush is good for tight corners. UPRIGHT DESIGNS are usually recommended for carpeted homes. These models have revolving belt-driven brushes and beater bars to help loosen dirt from the pile. They can be heavier than their cylinder counterparts. CYLINDER MODELS work better on wooden, stone and tiled floors.

The design enables easy manoeuvrability around chair legs, under the sofa and up the stairs. They’re also compact and therefore easy to store. BAGGED cylinder vacuum cleaners tend to have
a larger capacity. A bin design is straightforward
to remove and replace, but if dust makes you sneeze,
a model that uses sealed bags is worth considering.my vacuum cleaner is blowing out dirt Up to 40 minutes cleaning time is offered by Morphy Richards’ upright and handheld bagless 2-in-1 732007. shark canister vacuum cleaners reviewsThe illuminated floorhead is great for awkward spots and the collapsible handle is ideal for easy storage. poem about vacuum cleaner Hotpoint’s SLD07BEB has a generous reach of 10m from the plug, is A-graded for energy usage and incorporates a washable HEPA filter for maximum dust retention.

Using the variable controls on the handle, power can also be adjusted easily as you clean. It’s gold stars all round for the AEG UltraSilencer USORIGDB+ bagged cylinder. The 6kg, 700W model is engineered with an incredibly low noise level of just 61dB while maintaining a top- notch performance. Similarly impressive, it also scores an A rating in energy efficiency, hard-floor pick-up and dust re-emission categories. For more reviews buy the February issue of Good Homes magazine. Vax VRS7011 Swift Plus 2-in-1 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner Please note - This product is available to customers in the UK only. Cordless 2-in-1 cleaning action from one handy appliance? That'll be the Vax Swift+ - a versatile and useful upright cleaner that's both lightweight and hardcore (when it comes to removing dust and debris). Featuring Vax SingleCyclonic technology and a convenient handle remote control, this cordless stickvac offers the ultimate in home cleaning efficiency, and, thanks to a wealth of bundled tools and 180 degree swivel head, can tackle clean-ups all over the home.

Features:Cordless 2 in 1 stickvacHandle remote controlSingle Cyclonic technology180 degree swivel head18VCharge time: 10 hrsRun time: 20 minutesCharging indicatorBattery type: Ni-MH / Battery capacity: 1500 MAHTools: Turbo tool and crevice/dusting brushWarranty with RKW: 1 Year. Where reviews refer to foods or cosmetic products, results may vary from person to person. Customer reviews are independent and do not represent the views of The Hut Group.early days yet but seems to do the small jobs quite well Order & Collect unavailable The Vax Dynamo Power Pets C85-Z2-Pe Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner with cyclonic technology offers powerful suction across carpets and hard floors. Easy to use The lightweight Dynamo is easy to carry and easy to use. Perfect for use on the stairs or across the house, it comes with a range of accessories to take the hassle out of vacuuming. Its 2.7 litre capacity combined with cyclonic technology ensures even the finest dust and dirt is picked up and trapped inside the cylinder.