A number of our user reviews cite durability issues such as brush-roll belts that burned up and plastic hose connections that wore out and broke. One possible way to avoid trouble, according to one ...

Convention says canister vacuums—the type with a low, compact body and a long hose that you attach to a brush—are very effective on bare floors. They’re also easy to use on stairs and maneuver around ...

These upright vacuum cleaners from Kenmore and Shark outshine others in our tests The best upright vacuums excel at removing embedded dirt from carpets and can effectively pick up pet hair. By Mary ...

Picking a vacuum cleaner requires more than just considering its durability and suction capabilities and finding a price that matches your budget. A vacuum cleaner is very much an investment. You'll ...

When it comes to the best upright vacuum cleaner your money can buy, look no further than the Hoover WindTunnel All-Terrain Dual Brush Roll. Our Product Testing Team was thoroughly pleased with its ...

The best upright vacuums — modern twists on the traditional vacuum cleaners of yesteryear — are more compact and easier to store than canister vacuums, and more powerful than stick vacuums. They’re ...

Worried about getting enough suction power to bust dust bunnies? Here's what experts recommend when choosing between an upright vacuum and a stick vacuum. Stephen J. Bronner is a New York-based ...