Vacuum cleaners advice guides

Wondering which vacuum cleaner to buy? Our buyer's guides explain everything you need to know to buy the best vacuum for you.

9 articles

Best vacuum cleaners for 2024 and buying guide

Best vacuum cleaners sail through every task, but our expert tests found plenty that come unstuck on even the simplest cleaning jobs.

1 July 2024

Which vacuum cleaner brand to buy in 2024

Our unique survey data reveals which brands, including Dyson, Shark, Hoover and Vax, develop the fewest faults over time and which ones make customers happy

27 February 2024

Shark vs Dyson: which brand is best?

Should you spend money on a new Shark or Dyson? We’ve got the answer based on our independent, comparative tests of both brands

28 June 2024

How we test vacuum cleaners

Which? tests vacuum cleaners more thoroughly than anyone else to discover the best, worst and Great Value buys

10 April 2024

How to fix a vacuum cleaner that's lost suction

Vacuum cleaner lost suction? We explain how to get it up and running again with our step-by-step guide

27 February 2024

Are Kirby vacuum cleaners worth buying?

Get the lowdown on the Kirby vacuum, including how much they cost and how the claims made in the sales demo stack up vs rivals such as Dyson.

27 February 2024

Is it worth buying a Henry hoover?

Why is Henry hoover so popular and what's the difference between Hetty and Henry? Find everything you need to know about the Numatic Henry vacuum range.

27 February 2024

How to vacuum your home effectively

Follow our expert advice for cleaner floors, carpets and furniture with less effort

27 February 2024

Which? Don't Buy vacuum cleaners

The worst vacuum cleaners we've tested pick up less than half the dust of a Best Buy vacuum, allowing grime and dirt to build up in your home.

19 February 2024