Vacuum Cleaners Research, Reviews and Ratings

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I started doing this research because my wife had been complaining about how regular vacuum cleaners were difficult to use. They were too heavy to drag around the house. It is especially difficult when cleaning stairs. So I set out my path to find vacuum cleaners that are light in weight, easy to use, and most importantly, can do as a good job as heavier vacuum cleaners.

What I found was quite interesting. Most lightweight vacuums actually have just as much cleaning power as the heavier models. They are lightweight because they don’t have many of the extra features, additions, or attachments. For example, they are not self-propelled so they don’t need a heavy motor. The structure of a lightweight vacuum is also not as bulky as the heavier ones. That also helps to reduce the weight. Therefore, if your main concern is the cleaning power of the vacuum and you can live without all the bells and whistles, then there are plenty of lightweight vacuum cleaners that will satisfy your need.

Here are 3 different models that came up on top of my research based on features, price (value) and consumer reviews. I did pick the first one for my wife but I listed all three so you can see for yourself.

1) Eureka 437AZ Optima Lightweight Upright Vacuum Cleaner

The Eureka 437AZ has a 12-amp motor just like heavier models but only half of the weight (just 11 lbs). At first I was a little hesitant because the looped handle looks weird but my wife actually likes it. It has a soft-grip and very comfortable. It is also adjustable to 8 different positions so people with different height can find the best cleaning angle.

She also likes that you can easily empty the dust cup without touching the filter. Also the vacuum tilts and that makes it easy to get under furniture. The only thing she didn’t like is that it’s quite noisy. But that’s not a big deal as she normally vacuums during the day when kids are gone to schools.

2) Hoover UH30010COM Platinum Lightweight Bagged Upright Vacuum Cleaner with Canister

The Hoover UH30010COM is quite pricy (close to $300) but it comes with an upright and a canister so you are essentially getting two vacuums. It has a 12-amp motor and weights just under 12 lbs. It uses a self-sealing HEPA bag so if you like the convenience of throwing away the bag instead of emptying the dust cup, this one is for you.

It also comes with quite a few attachments such as bare-floor brush, dusting brush, crevice tool, and telescoping wand. All consumer reviews are quite positive with the Hoover. 70% of reviewers at Amazon.com gave it a 5 star rating. 96% of reviewers gave 3 star ratings and above. I did find one person gave a one star rating because the check bag light on her unit wouldn’t shut off and therefore the vacuum wouldn’t start. Apparently she had a defective unit. Other than that, most are satisfied with its cleaning power, easy of use, and clever design.

3) Dirt Devil 082500 Breeze Bagless Canister Vacuum

The Dirt Devil Breeze is a canister style vacuum. It has a 12-amp motor and an 11-inch carpet nozzle. Unlike some of the lightweight vacuum cleaners, the Breeze’s multiple attachments include two extension wands, a dusting brush, a crevice tool, a tool-clip on the extension wand, and two carrying handles. These tools let you easily clean bare floors and upholstery. The HEPA filter is also a bonus.

The front wheels swivel 360-degree which adds maneuverability to the canister. Because it’s lightweight, you can easily strap it across your shoulder and carry it with you when you clean walls, stairs, curtains, ceilings, etc. This model is one of the best selling lightweight vacuum cleaners at Amazon. With most 5-star ratings from consumers, its low price (under $90) combining with features creates a great value for the buyers. In fact, the Dirt Devil Breeze would have been my first choice if my wife hadn’t insisted on getting an upright model.

Some of the lightweight vacuums that didn’t make the top 3 but are still close runner-ups including Panasonic MC-CG467 and Eureka 409B. I also found good reviews for Dyson DC24 but the $400 price tag just put it out of my price range.