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Best Vacuums for Pet Hair
To rate vacuums that excel at cleaning up pet hair, we devised a pet-hair lab test for full-sized upright and canister vacuums in which technicians take 5 grams of long, feathery fur from Maine Coon cats and scatter, stomp, and smash the hair into a medium-pile carpet. Then we make multiple passes with each vacuum to see how much it…
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The Best Robot Vacuums of 2024
The best robot vacuums make cleaning super easy and convenient. They not only take care of the job for you but also simplify the whole process. Many can even be set to clean while you’re out or asleep, so you don’t have to lift a finger. What to Look for in a Robot Vacuum Choosing the right robot vacuum can…
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My Favorite Robot Vacuums Are on Sale for Labor Day
We may earn a commission from links on this page.Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Anytime we discuss robot vacuums on here, I’m upfront: I love Roborocks. They are my #1 pick for reliable performance. Roborock has an almost infinite number of models available, split across three main model lines: the S line, currently running…
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Quietest Vacuums of 2024 – Consumer Reports
“Quiet” is not a word typically associated with vacuum cleaners. “Annoyingly loud” is probably closer to the truth. In our vacuum lab, we’ve encountered some models that produce quite a racket, especially when running at full power. But after testing hundreds of vacuums, we’ve also found some models that are quieter. Although a loud vacuum can be irritating to your…
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Best Stick Vacuums of 2024
Here is how we conduct our revamped stick vacuum tests of brands, including Bissell, Dyson, Hoover, Kenmore, Samsung, Shark, and Tineco. Our vacuum buying guide dives into more details on testing different types of vacuums. Our tests check how well each vacuum works with special attention to: Bare floors: In separate tests, we scatter cereal, rice, and sand on a…
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