When choosing a vacuum cleaner, first of all pay attention to its power and functionality. But now making a choice has become even more difficult. In addition to the usual vacuum cleaners, the body of which is installed on the floor and moves behind the owner on special wheels while cleaning, many vertical models have appeared on sale. They are called so because they are stored and operated in a vertical position. Let's consider how, besides appearance, these models differ.
Upright vacuum cleaner vs regular vacuum cleaner
An ordinary vacuum cleaner is large and reliable; it removes dust efficiently and sometimes even washes the floor. The vertical one does the same, but it is smaller in size. When choosing a model, pay attention to the following parameters:
- Power
- Type (vertical or horizontal)
- Does it perform wet cleaning?
- Filter type
Both vacuum cleaners are equipped with a set of attachments. But the vertical one is more maneuverable and lighter.
Upright vacuum cleaner
The vertical vacuum cleaner has the following features:
- It consists of a pipe that acts as a handle, a dust collector located in the middle, and a brush attached to the bottom. The set includes a standard dust brush, a roller for collecting hair and animal fur, and a turbo brush
- Many models are equipped with batteries, so they do not depend on the network
- The device is stored vertically and takes up little space. It is easy to find a place for it in a corner or in a closet.
- Cleaning speed is faster than standard vacuum cleaners
You can find vertical models that perform wet cleaning. These can range from small floor cleaners to serious systems that dry-clean carpets.
Flaws:
- Usually noisier than standard
- Suction power is lower than standard models
- Cannot clean under low furniture
- The cord may not be long enough for comfortable operation.
- Battery-powered models cannot work for a long time; often the charge is not enough to complete a full cleaning
Pros of a vacuum cleaner
If electric brooms are so wonderful, why does everyone still mostly use vacuum cleaners? The fact is that only a vacuum cleaner can remove dust - a broom simply cannot cope with small dirt and can only collect large particles of debris. Yes, vacuum cleaners are noisy, don’t last as long and are more expensive, but only they are suitable for complete cleaning of carpets and other floor coverings.
If it is not so important for you that the device has a battery for autonomous operation, a classic corded vacuum cleaner will not cost much more than an electric broom. For example, the popular model Samsung VC18M2110 costs about 5,000 rubles and at the same time has high suction power and a one and a half liter dust container that is convenient to wash. In addition, the model comes with attachments for cleaning carpets and smooth floors.
A cordless (vertical) vacuum cleaner has the same functionality as a classic one, but can work autonomously. Such devices are produced by Samsung, Dayson, Tefal, Xiaomi. One of the available models, which can now be bought for 9,000 rubles, is Philips FC6163. The model can work for up to 35 minutes at minimum power, which is pretty good for a cordless vacuum cleaner. But it still weighs more than the average electric broom - as much as 3.2 kg.
Regular vacuum cleaner
A standard horizontal vacuum cleaner has the following features:
- The housing contains a dust collector, and there may be a container for clean and waste water.
- Typically, horizontal vacuum cleaners have cords that are long enough to clean several rooms.
- Many models are equipped with a wet cleaning unit. Usually the dust is collected first and then the floors are washed.
Flaws:
- Much larger in size and weight, although moving them around the floor is not difficult due to the presence of wheels
- Less maneuverable
- Difficult to clean on stairs
Vertical vacuum cleaner - electric broom or regular vacuum cleaner?
Previously, we had a regular LG vacuum cleaner with a washable dust collection container, but during repairs it broke due to overload and it became necessary to choose a new one.
By the way, a vacuum cleaner without disposable dust bags is very convenient; you empty the garbage from a plastic container and rinse the plastic, it’s economical and hygienic.
I was thinking about buying the same one, but when choosing a new vacuum cleaner I saw that a completely new type of vacuum cleaner had appeared on sale - vertical ones and became interested in them.
There were many questions: how convenient is it to vacuum cleaner with such a thing? Isn't it difficult to drive such a massive stick, compared to a regular one? Is such a small device powerful enough to collect dust from the floor or carpet? And in general, is it more convenient than a regular vacuum cleaner?
Table of contents
What type of vacuum cleaner is best to use at home?
The vacuum cleaner collects dust and debris into the dust container. It could be:
- A cloth or paper bag with a snap closure. An unpretentious and reliable option that copes well with collecting large dust and debris. The smallest particles are thrown into the air and fall on the floor. But it is not visible to the naked eye, so the room looks clean after cleaning. It is difficult to clean the bags; dust will enter the respiratory tract. If you often change the bags using disposable ones, cleaning will be completely environmentally friendly. But its cost will increase;
- Cyclone dust collectors (containers) made of plastic collect dust that needs to be thrown away after cleaning. Not only large but also small particles get here. They are easy to clean; the plastic container washes well under the tap. The method is highly environmentally friendly. But if the air intake becomes clogged, the vortex inside the dust collector will subside. To resume it, you will have to restart the device again;
- A container with an aquafilter requires that it be filled with water with detergent and an antifoam additive before each cleaning. Air with dust passes through the water, while the dust gets wet and settles to the bottom. After each cleaning, the aquafilter is washed and dried. If installed undried, bacteria or fungus may develop in it. The disadvantage of this option is that water-repellent objects, animal hair, oily hair and small pieces of plastic do not get into the water filter. A vacuum cleaner with an aqua filter must be moved very carefully so that the liquid from it does not splash or leak.
Robot vacuum cleaner, electric broom and windshield wiper: we understand gadgets for cleaning an apartment
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You can wash the windows in a large apartment in a couple of hours
Many people's least favorite cleaning activity is washing windows. This is what we most often put off until next time. Of course, if you do everything the old fashioned way - rags, newspapers, several basins of water and detergents - you can spend the whole day.
But manufacturers of household appliances have long taken care of housewives and come up with windshield wipers. You no longer need to rub glass to get rid of streaks. You can forget about the dust particles and lint that remain on clean glass from the rag. If you use a glass cleaner, it will only take a couple of hours to clean the windows in a large apartment.
How it works? The windshield wiper is very easy to use.
Remove dirt with a damp microfiber cloth, apply clean water to the glass using the spray bottle included. Then use a glass cleaner to remove excess moisture from the glass.
There are no streaks left, as is the case with rags and newspapers.
The windshield wiper is battery powered, which means it is convenient to use and you do not depend on outlets. One charge can clean more than 100 square meters of windows. The wiper is easy to hold due to its compact size and is very quiet.
By the way, you can wash not only windows with it. The glass cleaner is also suitable for washing mirrors, tiles, kitchen facades and glass doors.
In the Elektrosila chain of stores, the Thomas WindowJet 2 in 1 Plus windshield wiper can be purchased for 115 rubles (the price will be valid from April 1 to April 30). By the way, there are many other products on sale that will make your cleaning easier: vacuum cleaners, steam cleaners, etc. Products can be purchased in installments - this can be done both in the store and on the website.
To remove crumbs and hair in a few seconds - an electric broom
An electric broom is a gadget that is more effective than a regular broom, but still cannot be compared to a vacuum cleaner. Unlike a regular broom and dustpan, it sucks up all the debris itself, making cleaning easier. You just need to turn on the device and walk around the apartment with it. Most often, an electric broom is used for preliminary cleaning, after which you will use a vacuum cleaner or wash the floor. Another option is a quick cleaning. It's convenient for them to sweep up crumbs in the kitchen, remove sand or animal hair, without having to pull out a large hand-held vacuum cleaner or run a robot vacuum cleaner.
Electric brooms are quite compact and make less noise than vacuum cleaners, so they can be used when there are small children in the house. The device runs on battery power, takes up to 45 minutes on average on a single charge, and weighs about a kilogram. If we compare electric brooms with vacuum cleaners, their choice is not so wide. But you can choose a device for different budgets. The average price range for electric brooms is from 90 to 190 rubles.
Steam cleaner - replacement of household chemicals
Another not-so-well-known assistant for cleaning an apartment is a steam cleaner. Manufacturers say that steam cleaning is the safest and most effective; it is a good alternative to traditional cleaning with household chemicals. In a house with small children, it is undesirable to use chemicals, and some adults are allergic to cleaning products.
By the way, another advantage of a steam cleaner in comparison with household chemicals is that the chemicals remove only the surface layer of dirt, and the steam penetrates into the gaps between the dirt particles, softens it, after which the dirt is easily removed.
The steam cleaner is convenient for cleaning in the bathroom - tiles and tile joints, mirrors, shower stalls, plumbing fixtures. Can also be used in the kitchen - hood, sink, stove, oven, refrigerator. You can also wash floor coverings made of ceramics, stone, linoleum, and PVC. The device is also suitable for caring for textiles and clothing, refreshing carpets and upholstery. The cost of a steam cleaner for cleaning an apartment is from 50 rubles.
Robot vacuum cleaner for keeping things tidy
A robot vacuum cleaner is a great solution for those who have pets. Pet owners know very well that getting rid of hair on the floor is very difficult, even if you clean it constantly. A gadget that will free up a lot of time for you is not that expensive: you can buy it from 200 rubles. There are vacuum cleaners for dry cleaning only, some can also wash the floor for you.
Someone may complain that the robot vacuum cleaner still won’t clean the apartment as well as you can with your hands, a mop or a regular vacuum cleaner. There is a reasonable remark to this. Will you be cleaning the floors yourself every day? There will be a robot vacuum cleaner, and manual cleaning will be done much less often.
Cleaners will clean a one-room apartment for 39 rubles
Just a couple of years ago, it seemed to us that hiring a person to clean your home would mean living beyond your means. But it turned out that it is not at all as expensive as we used to think. For example, in the GetClean housekeeping service, cleaning a one-room apartment will cost 39 rubles, and a two-room apartment will cost 49. These are prices with a 10% discount for Komsomolskaya Pravda readers. To get it, enter the promo code KPBY on the website getclean.by. For this money you will get a free day and a professionally cleaned apartment - you must agree, it’s worth it. Additionally, you can order ironing, washing dishes or cleaning the balcony. But the cost will not come as a surprise to you; it can be calculated on the website. And when the cleaner comes to you, you will know how much the cleaning will cost.
By the way, the housekeeper service also offers another convenient service - key delivery. You can order cleaning in the morning and go to work. And when everything in the apartment is clean, the cleaner will bring the keys to where it is convenient for you.
Some people worry: how can I let a stranger home? Believe me, there is nothing wrong with this. Cleaners are selected very carefully: first a telephone interview, then a personal meeting. A candidate for a cleaning position is even checked by the internal security service. After several stages of verification, they are invited to education and training, and then tested in an exam. The first cleanings are carried out by cleaners under the supervision of experienced colleagues. This seems to be enough to calm you down. By the way, if you don’t like the quality of the cleaning, they promise to redo it for free.
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Vacuum cleaner prices and cost of use
The cost of a vacuum cleaner depends on the type and additional functions and can range from 50 to 1 thousand dollars. But many models require additional investments during use.
- Reusable bags are not very environmentally friendly, but they can be used for a long time until they burst. The cost of a disposable bag is small, but you will have to spend about $1 a month on them.
- Fine filters in containers periodically become unusable and require replacement. You need to spend $20-200 to replace them. If you couldn’t find the right model, using the vacuum cleaner will be problematic.
- In the cost of cleaning with a vacuum cleaner with an aqua filter, when using detergents, you will have to buy them and defoamers.
If a model costs more than $400, it should be equipped with additional washable filters that practically do not fail. The only expense here is the cost of electricity.
Electric broom: vertical vacuum cleaner, should you take it or not?
We are all accustomed to the fact that a vacuum cleaner is a loud, heavy bedside table on wheels with a hose. It takes a lot of time to assemble/disassemble/clean it. In general, it’s suitable for general cleaning, but not the most convenient solution for every day.
But progress does not stand still; with the advent of capacious batteries, as well as compact motors, vertical vacuum cleaners also appeared. Structurally, it is a motor that draws in air, a pipe and a nozzle for cleaning the floor. All this is quite small and light - 2-2.5 kg. There is no wire. The charge lasts for 15-40 minutes of cleaning, depending on the mode.
A vertical vacuum cleaner is lighter and much more convenient to use.
How does he suck?
It sucks worse than a regular vacuum cleaner. Yes, you shouldn’t expect to replace the old heavyweight with a lightweight upright vacuum cleaner just yet. The difference in power between them reaches 2-3 times!
A vertical cordless vacuum cleaner will not replace its more powerful corded brother, but this is not required of it. The task of a vertical vacuum cleaner is to collect crumbs after lunch, clean the corridor area from sand, and collect spilled food around the pet’s feeding bowl.
It is designed to make everyday cleaning easier for housewives, which it does an excellent job of. It is always ready to work, there is no need to “assemble” it.
Does a turbo brush help?
Definitely a lifesaver. With the proper power of the vacuum cleaner, the brush is indeed capable of collecting animal hair from furniture and the floor, but it quickly becomes clogged and requires frequent cleaning.
Maneuverability
It is noteworthy that vertical vacuum cleaners, due to their size, are much more maneuverable and are able to crawl under furniture, clean corners and baseboards, and even curtains and cornices. Agree, a simple vacuum cleaner cannot do this.
Noise
Vertical vacuum cleaners are quieter than their larger counterparts and your cat or dog will no longer panic and look for a quiet place while the owner is cleaning. The motors in vertical vacuum cleaners are more compact, which means they make much less noise.
Does he know how to wash the floor?
It is unlikely that he will be able to thoroughly wash the floor, but he can easily cope with the traces of a dog returning from a walk. The price for such models starts from 20,000 rubles.
Filter
Everything here is quite simple and uniform. Most vacuum cleaners are equipped with bagless, cyclone washable filters. Expensive models are additionally equipped with fine air filters and have a simplified container cleaning system - press one button and all the dirt is poured into the trash can. There are still models with parallelon filters, these should be avoided.
Children
Children always mean crumbs, a lot of small debris, torn pieces of paper, and this is great, since a vertical cordless vacuum cleaner will easily save you from these problems. You can easily collect crumbs after a less than tidy lunch and quickly tidy up the play area.
Pets
Owners of cats and dogs know that spilled food or litter is an integral part of our pets' lives. Cleaning it up manually every day is hard, but my soul cries for order. A vertical cordless vacuum cleaner will come to the rescue here. With it you can quickly remove leftover food or litter crumbs. A turbo brush will help clean the carpet and furniture from accumulated hair.
How to choose a “powerful” vertical vacuum cleaner?
Voltage.
First of all, look at the battery current. Batteries are now available with power ranging from 12 to 25.2 volts. The higher the current level, the stronger the vacuum cleaner will draw in air.
Air flow force, kPa, Watt, liters per minute.
This parameter is extremely relative and cannot be relied upon reliably. All manufacturers calculate it according to their own methods and in their own units, which are beneficial only to them. just ignore and look at the price and battery power.
Now there are many different vacuum cleaners on sale from famous manufacturers Bosh, Dyson, KERCHER, Philips, Tefal. From economy brands BBK, Ginzzu, Hoover, Kitfort, Polaris and even from high-tech brands Samsung and Xiaomi.
By and large, all vacuum cleaners from well-known brands are good. They are powerful, quiet and work well. But you shouldn't take the cheapest models. They run on low-power 12-14 volt batteries and are unlikely to be able to suck in anything other than small specks and dust. You can purchase such vacuum cleaners at a price of 6,000 rubles for the weakest version. Prices for more powerful versions start from 12,000 rubles. The most powerful versions cost 20-40 thousand rubles and are often additionally equipped with a wet cleaning option.
Prices for economy options start from 1,500 rubles, and the most expensive models cost 10,000 rubles. These vacuum cleaners usually have less powerful motors and poorer build quality. Don't be fooled by the claimed suction power of 15 kPa or battery power of 25.2 volts. In practice you won't see this. The motors in such vacuum cleaners are weaker, and the fit of parts is less precise. With the same battery power, these vacuum cleaners will suck worse and make more noise.
Cheaper vacuum cleaners are almost no different from their more expensive counterparts and do their job just as well. Among them there are cheap options with batteries for 12-14 volts and powerful ones for 18-25 volts. Perhaps the main difference is the design and fashionable features, which are not always in demand. Prices for economy options start from 1,500 rubles, and the most expensive models cost 10,000 rubles.
Whichever upright cordless vacuum cleaner you choose, we are sure that it will be an excellent assistant for every day.
One comment on “Electric broom: vertical vacuum cleaner, should you take it or not?&rdquo
We recently replaced our old regular vacuum cleaner with a vertical one. We have 2 cats, and it is positioned for pet owners, because it has a brush that allows you to remove hair better. We thought it was just a marketing ploy, but it turned out that it actually removes fur very well! Well, for the rest - convenient and powerful!
