Up the Crumbs — Choosing the Best Vacuum Cleaner For The Home

Hoovering is one of those never-ending jobs that most of us do not enjoy doing, but is an essential part of keeping our homes looking clean and tidy. Choosing the right type of hoover can, however, make a big difference to how quickly and effectively you get the job done. Today’s vacuum cleaners are modern, reliable, light and quiet and offers the latest in cleaning technology. But which one would be the best for getting those super crumb-free?

The hoovering heavyweights Dyson still offer some of the best vacuum cleaners around, with the Dyson DC35 Cordless and the DC39 Animal Cylinder offering the latest in high tech gadgets. The DC35 runs on batteries, so there’s no need to bother with those pesky cables. It’s lightweight and claims to save on your electricity bills. The Animal Cylinder runs on a swivel ball system, which is said to be ultra-efficient at picking up bacteria, mold and pet hair — ideal if any family members suffer from allergies.

The Gtech AirRam Cordless cleaner is a slimline, lightweight, no dust-collection bag which gives you about 40 minutes worth of vacuuming time per charge. This vacuum cleaner is a little different with a pack at the back that detaches and can be plugged into a computer, letting you know how many calories you have burnt during your household-cleaning.

The iRobot Roomba 555 has been making hoovering easier since its launch, with the major plus point being that it does all of the work for you! It’s high tech and essentially like having a robot in your home, where you set a timer and infra-red marker to guide where and for how long you want the robot to clean for. It can even sense objects, managing to avoid sucking them up.

The Sebo Felix Royale hoover scores just as much for its aesthetic appeal as for its ability to pick up dirt from your carpet. It comes in a trendy, Union Flag design, where it looks more of an ornamental feature than a household appliance. It has a filtration system and folds flat, so is handy for getting to those out-of-reach areas.

When it comes to versatility, the Morphy Richards Lift Away Bagless Upright cleaner is one to look out for. It has an upright vacuum with a barrel that can be removed to turn it into a cylinder machine, so you can enjoy the best of both vacuuming worlds.

With the vacuum cleaners above, hovering suddenly won’t seem so never-ending. In fact, the end will be in sight sooner than you think. Make way for leisure time!