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Consumer Guide Upright Vacuum Cleaner<br> Expert Reviews
For homeowners with a lot of rugs or carpeting, an upright vacuum cleaner is a necessity. Read our
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How Vacuums Cleaners Work
Vacuum cleaners have cleaned our homes for over a century. Take a look inside a vacuum cleaner to find out how it puts suction to work when cleaning up the dust and debris in your house. The standard vacuum cleaner design is exceedingly simple, but it relies on a host of physical principles to clean effectively. Learn more about how vacuum cleaners work.

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Eureka Boss SmartVac 4870GZ upright vacuum Photo
The Eureka Boss SmartVac 4870GZ upright vacuum is a powerful performer that beats competitors twice the price. Read the full review from Consumer Guide....

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$90.00 - $215.00
Dyson DC17 Absolute Animal upright vacuum Photo
The Dyson DC17 Absolute Animal upright vacuum has a specialized attachment to vacuum pet hair. Find out more in the full review from Consumer Guide....

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Stores Selling: 15
$214.00 - $550.00
Hoover Tempo Widepath U5140900 upright vacuum Photo
The Hoover Tempo Widepath U5140900 is a budget-priced upright vacuum with exceptional cleaning power. Learn more by reading the full review from Consumer Guide....

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Stores Selling: 26
$61.00 - $119.00
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Kenmore 36933 upright vacuum cleaner Photo
The Kenmore 36933 has an agitator on/off switch that's ideal for cleaning hard floors as well as carpets. Check out Consumer Guide's review....

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Hoover  F5914-900 SteamVac  Upright Vacuum Photo
This powerful home steam vacuum saves you the expense and hassle of having to rent a steam cleaner and keeps rugs, upholstery, and bare floors (other than hardwoods) looking like new. The powerful 12-amp motor combined with five spinning brushes that operate at either high or low speed lift the usua...
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Stores Selling: 41
$138.00 - $219.00
Hoover  U6485900 Bagged Upright Vacuum Photo
Equipped with patented WindTunnel technology, this bagged upright vacuum delivers powerful, deep-down cleaning performance. The self-propelled unit offers nearly effortless maneuverability in both forward and reverse, while three distinct air channels lift and trap dirt, keeping it from scattering b...
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Stores Selling: 33
$184.00 - $324.00

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Upright Vacuum Cleaner FAQ

The self-navigation system is what makes a robotic vacuum robotic, and the biggest difference between the more expensive models is the precision of the navigation sensors. Roomba uses iRobot's AWARE(tm) Robotic Intelligence System to make many decisions for itself. Learn more about how robotic vacuums work.
One recent vacuum-cleaner variation is the so-called "cyclone vacuum." This machine, developed in the 1980s by James Dyson, doesn't have a traditional bag or filter system. Instead, it sends the air stream through one or more cylinders along a high-speed spiral path. Learn more about how cyclone vacuums work.
Vacuum cleaners typically last 8 to 12 years, depending on their quality, frequency of use and general maintenance. By maintaining and repairing your vacuum cleaner as needed, you can extend its service life and reduce its actual cost. Learn more about how to repair a vacuum cleaner.

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