How to choose a bagless vacuum cleaner to collect dust?

In recent years, a vacuum cleaner has become an absolutely indispensable unit for any modern apartment, which means that the responsibility for choosing it only increases. The level of cleanliness in the house depends on the quality of the device and the convenience of its use, as well as whether the owners will not regret the money spent. Talking about vacuum cleaners, one cannot help but touch on such an increasingly popular section of them as the bagless model.

For representatives of the older generation, a textile bag in the design of a vacuum cleaner is an absolute must. Such a detail simultaneously served as a garbage container and another filter. In a way, it was convenient, but in the world of modern technology, it quickly becomes apparent that this is already yesterday. First of all, textiles are not as strong and durable material as we would like, which means that periodically the bags are torn, and they need to be replaced.

Until the owners find a rush, such a "filter" is also extremely poorly coping with its functions, passing part of the debris through the hole. This problem cannot be solved without additional financial investments, however, an absolutely new bag is not sinless - at least there were certain cracks in the structure of the fabric, and the slightest dust, not to mention microorganisms, easily penetrated through.

The need for a bagless vacuum cleaner has been overdue for a long time, and the solution is surprisingly simple. There are many ways to do without textiles inside the technique, but at least an example with plastic containers instead of a bag is indicative. Whatever such a bag was made of, it still had a short service life, and therefore required additional expenditures of money, time and effort to find and purchase spare copies, while plastic is for many years. For all its durability, plastic is not something difficult to obtain - it is produced everywhere, and therefore costs a penny.

If the bag was quite difficult to wash, then with a plastic container such problems simply do not arise, because plastic, in principle, does not allow dirt to enter its structure, and therefore is easily washed. Finally, plastic containers are usually added to a mechanism that is additionally equipped with a cyclone filter, and the combination of these two parts can significantly improve the quality of cleaning, since even the smallest harmful particles are eliminated from the air.

As is often the case, there are many new benefits that come with certain new challenges. In the case of vacuum cleaners without a bag, there is only one serious drawback - the noise level of the work has increased, therefore, you should carefully choose the time interval for cleaning. However, the increased efficiency and unprecedented serviceability of such equipment deserves the minimum sacrifice.

A bagless or container vacuum cleaner is considered to be a more reliable cleaner. By itself, the container, which is called either a flask or a glass, will not let dust and dirt through, and the very design of this type of unit does not imply blowing debris back into the room. Unlike bag machines, this technique also has a constant power - it does not matter how full the waste container is.At the same time, an abundance of engineering efforts aimed at improving existing models of vacuum cleaners has led to a certain variety of models.

One of the most popular and effective units today is a vacuum cleaner with a water filter. The Aquafilter is considered ideal in the process of dry cleaning, since it does not let a single speck of dust back into the room, while many models also have a wet cleaning function. Since there is still liquid inside the unit, most washing models involve cleaning not only dry, but also liquid contaminants - they can suck up spilled liquids. By the way, passing through a water filter, the air stream is humidified and returned to the room in a refreshed form, and although a full-fledged air freshener cannot be replaced with a vacuum cleaner, this is better than nothing.

For all its positive qualities, the aquafilter technique is not devoid of certain disadvantages. First of all, for cleaning large areas, a large reservoir of water is needed, and this negatively affects the dimensions of the device, which cannot be called compact in any way. Naturally, for effective cleaning, the tank must be full, and after all, its capacity can reach 5-6 liters, which also greatly affects the weight of the device, which quickly becomes overwhelming. With the seeming simplicity of cleaning the plastic tank, the problem is disassembling the vacuum cleaner, because the water inside the electric mechanism must be reliably hidden.

In addition to all of the above, vacuum cleaners with an aquafilter are also considered quite expensive. Today it is almost impossible to find a model at a price below 8 thousand rubles, but there are options that are several times more expensive. At the same time, for people who cannot decide in any way whether they only need modern technologies, or they still cannot do without a classic bag, hybrid models are also produced that allow the owner to choose a place for collecting garbage.

A cyclone-type filter vacuum cleaner is generally offered as an alternative. If dust and debris in the aquafilter gets wet, becomes heavier and settles in the tank, then the cyclone filter creates a rapidly rotating vortex inside the flask. According to the laws of physics, centrifugal force throws all debris, regardless of its weight, to the walls of the plastic glass and does not allow it to return - to the air, which is blown out. On the blower, of course, just in case, there is another filter, already a mesh one, but the bulk of the dirt has already been neutralized by that time.

A vacuum cleaner with cyclonic filtration is not without certain advantages over the same aquafilter. First of all, such a unit is much more compact, it can be stored in any corner, and during operation it does not acquire huge weight. Compared to a bag vacuum cleaner, it has the advantage that it does not have any replaceable containers - the factory glass from the delivery set should be enough for many years. By the way, it is much easier to clean it than an aquafilter - since there is no water inside, dust and dirt is simply thrown to the walls, but does not stick to them tightly, therefore sometimes it is enough just to shake out the flask well.

Although, according to many experts, a cyclone filter is still somewhat inferior to a water filter in terms of cleaning quality, for an ordinary person (not allergic to dust) the difference is imperceptible, and compared to classical equipment with a bag, it is simply a real miracle of technology.

Vacuum cleaners with a cyclone filter usually do not suck as intensely as those equipped with an aqua filter, but in the absence of pets and particularly fluffy carpets, this should not be a problem.If necessary, a unit of this type can be found even for a rather modest 5-6 thousand rubles, although for lovers of branded products and a complete set there are models for 30 thousand.

Compiling an adequate hit parade of any technique is always difficult.

• The selection criteria for each person is different. Someone is interested in the maximum quality, and he is ready to pay any money, for another buyer this is the first such purchase, he has nothing to compare with, and he is not spoiled, but he will be glad to save money.
• Different manufacturers often have almost identical models. Then the choice depends on small subjective details that objectively do not make one of the vacuum cleaners better than the other.
• The model lines of equipment are constantly updated, something new appears on sale every year, which allows you to move old samples from their familiar positions.

In view of the above, we will not distribute places in our rating, since such an assessment will also be subjective. Instead, we will just highlight a few models of bagless vacuum cleaners that have been in high demand from consumers lately. This does not negate the fact that you may have special needs, therefore it is not a fact that the best option is presented here for you, but this way you will at least know what to start from.

A great option both for those who have never had such a technique before, and for experienced users. The suction power is at a decent level - 370 W, the number of nozzles in the kit allows us to call this cyclone unit universal, because it works with any surfaces. With its small dimensions, the device has a spacious dust container that is easy to remove. The rubberized wheels are safe for floors and furniture, and the ability to adjust the power will be a big plus. The only big drawback is the noise level of 80 dB.

A relatively inexpensive unit with an aquafilter, the affordable price of which did not affect the quality of the cleaning performed. The flask for water is not the largest - only 3.5 liters, but this is definitely enough for a one-room apartment or studio. The design involves the connection of an electric brush, due to which you can successfully deal with pet hair on carpets.

One of the most powerful cyclone vacuum cleaners with 550 W suction power. Most likely, there are simply no unsolvable problems for this unit, but at the same time it is also relatively quiet - 76 dB for such a colossus seem surprising. The dust collector is designed for 3 liters of garbage, since there is no water in the structure, this allows you to clean an apartment of almost any size. The considerable length of the cord is also distinguished for the better. The only possible pitfall is the impressive dimensions of such a technique, which, given its power, is not surprising.

A model with an aquafilter from a world famous company that has made a name for itself thanks to its cleaning technology. The brand was promoted for a reason, because this model is considered very maneuverable, and for its class it is considered almost silent, giving out only 66 dB. At the same time, such a vacuum cleaner consumes a modest 900 W from the network, completely relying on a decent HEPA 13 filter. A certain disadvantage can be considered a small aqua filter (only 1.7 liters), as well as the high cost of the unit itself and any spare parts and attachments for it.

One of the best combination of price and quality among cyclone vacuum cleaners. The manufacturer is well known to the buyer and is distinguished by decent quality, without being a brand that winds price tags solely for the name. There are not so many attachments in the kit - universal, crevice and for furniture, but they completely cover all the basic needs of the owner.Consumers note the good build quality and lightness of the container itself, but the big drawback of the latter is its relatively low strength.

Representative of a top brand in the world of technology, which does not specialize in vacuum cleaners. This option is also considered a good choice in terms of price - quality, and is valued for its compactness (1.4 liter dust collector) with a suction power of 380 watts sufficient for an apartment. The key to a customer-focused manufacturer is the control buttons located right on the handle - no more leaning over to them. A 3-year branded warranty for the product will also be an excellent bonus, but the filter of this vacuum cleaner is considered especially prone to rapid contamination.

Another popular cyclone-type unit that could be attributed to budget models compared to many of the above. Contrary to expectations from a low price, this is a useful thing - 350 W of suction power should be enough for cleaning an apartment, if especially difficult tasks are not foreseen in the process. Buyers appreciate the budget, lightness and compactness of this model, and the power cord of sufficient length has also collected a lot of positive reviews. True, at a modest price, there should simply be disadvantages - here they are in the absence of a power switch option and noticeable noise.

Above, we examined what are the fundamental differences between each type of bagless vacuum cleaner from direct competitors and models with bags. At the same time, many people have so much attachment to the classic bag that they are not ready to delve into the details and want the most simple explanation of why such an irreplaceable detail suddenly became unnecessary. Let's take a closer look at why any bagless vacuum cleaner is better, and we will mention the possible disadvantages of such a solution.

• Bag ineffective compared to cyclone or water filter... In fact, the bag is just a mesh through which we pass air, it necessarily has cells, where small debris will seep anyway. The aquafilter makes all the dirt sink, the cyclonic one throws it to the walls of the flask by the force of the rotating air. Both types of filters are more effective even on their own, but manufacturers in any case usually put at least one more mesh filter on production, so dust simply has no chance.
• Modern filter types are made of hard plastic, its service life is several years, which is incomparable with disposable paper bags and even reusable textile bags. Even if you have enough money to buy new bags, an equipment store is located right in your house and you are not too lazy to constantly update stocks of parts for the vacuum cleaner, think at least that all this waste, although not much, pollutes the environment.
• Since the garbage bag is also a filter, it can never be even half full, otherwise the air simply will not pass through it, and the thrust will decrease. The big advantage of bagless vacuum cleaners is that they always have a place to collect garbage, as it were, a little away from the main flow of passing air, so nothing interferes with it. In the case of the aquafilter, the dirt sinks in the water, while the air in most models passes over its surface; in the cyclone filter, dust is thrown in all directions from the main stream. All this allows you to more productively use the volume of the garbage container, without thinking about how many percent it is full.
• For all the drawbacks, bag vacuum cleaners that are still produced and sold have one plusallowing them to stay afloat until now.This type of design is the simplest, and therefore it costs the cheapest, attracting those who do not read technical specifications and are strictly guided by economy.

In pursuit of consumer attention, modern manufacturers have released hundreds of bagless vacuum cleaner models. You can see the positive in this, because thanks to this you will be able to choose the ideal model - another thing is that for this you need to be well versed in the quality criteria of such technology. Let's try to orient readers according to technical characteristicsthat really matter, and indicate the estimated indicators.

• Cleaning type. For some reason, the opinion is widespread that the same vacuum cleaner with an aquafilter must necessarily be washing, but this is not so, and in the case of a cyclone filter, even more so. The presence of water in the structure does not mean that such a unit can do wet cleaning or collect fluids from the floor. In the same way, do not think that a more complex device for wet cleaning is also suitable for a simpler dry one - there are both universal models and those designed strictly for one type.

• Device power. It is this indicator that inexperienced beginners usually pay attention to, but it only shows how much energy the unit consumes during operation, which is not directly related to efficiency. A typical horizontal device usually consumes 1800-2200 W, a vertical one with a battery - up to 300 W, and, logically, with all other things being equal, you should choose the least powerful model.

• Suction power. But this, in fact, is an indicator really worthy of attention - it shows how intensively the unit sucks in dust and debris. If your floors are exceptionally hard, and pets are not found, a model with a power of up to 300-350 W may well be enough, but the presence of carpets or pets requires an increase in performance to at least 400 W.

• Container volume. Although the degree of filling the container does not affect the efficiency of the unit, when it reaches 100%, the vacuum cleaner will still have to be stopped for cleaning. Ideally, cleaning should not be interrupted, which means that the volume of the container should, with some margin, be enough to clean the entire apartment or house. Let's give an example for models with an aquafilter: a reservoir for 5-6 liters of water should be enough for an area of ​​70 square meters.

• HEPA filter class. Such filters are necessarily put on release, and here everything is simple - the higher the class, the better. The ideal class is HEPA 15.

• Noisiness. Vacuum cleaners are never ideally quiet, but there are a number of reasons why you should strive for the ideal - for example, sleeping children or poor sound insulation in a multi-storey building. Bagless vacuum cleaners are, in principle, somewhat louder than those that use a bag, but still there is class A with a noise level of up to 70-80 dB, and there are deafening roaring machines.

• Power cable length... Many ignore this criterion, but in vain, because the ease of use of the vacuum cleaner depends on how much it is tied to the outlet. When moving around a large apartment, perhaps, the sockets will still have to be changed, but at least within one room, the length of the cord should be enough.

• Additional amenities. There are manufacturers who care about the highest quality of cleaning, and there are also those for whom the convenience of using their equipment is fundamentally important. For example, a model with direct control on the handle will prove to be very practical, as well as one with a cord rewind function or a tank full indicator. Naturally, you should pay attention to the number of attachments in the kit - they are usually not superfluous.

• Dimensions and weight. A small and lightweight unit always has a definite advantage - it is easy to store and does not require titanic efforts from the owner when cleaning.

The bagless vacuum cleaner has its own specific application, and it differs for models with different types of filters (cyclone and water) and in each particular case. For this reason, the first advice that comes to mind is to carefully read the instructions before using and not deviate from it in order to maximize the life of the unit and make it safe to work with it.

A cyclone filter assumes a fairly simple workaround, a unit equipped only with it is not too whimsical to use. During dry cleaning, dirt is thrown to the walls of the glass, but does not stick to them strongly, therefore, if possible, it is enough just to shake the flask well over the trash can, and then rinse and dry. For the safe operation of an electrical device, be sure to make sure that all parts are well dried before turning on.

Aquafilter care is somewhat more complicated. Dirt collects here in a wet form, therefore it can stick to the walls, and the vacuum cleaner tank will have to be carefully washed after each cleaning. If this is not done and the tank is not emptied immediately, in conditions of humidity, decomposition of organic debris can begin, and then the whole vacuum cleaner stinks, spreading its smell into the room. The design of some models is not very convenient - the case will have to be completely disassembled to get to the tank, but, as you understand, this is a necessity. Drying is even more fundamental here than in the cyclonic version - again, to avoid the appearance of mold and rot.

Detergents can be added to the aquafilter - thanks to them, the air passing through it will become refreshed. This design feature forces many to draw analogies with an air freshener, but be prepared for the fact that the vacuum cleaner was not produced for these purposes, and therefore will not provide similar efficiency.

Most modern bagless vacuum cleaners are additionally equipped with mesh filters installed on the outlet tube. A mesh filter of any type requires regular cleaning, and over time may require replacement - this is the only part of such a vacuum cleaner that needs to be periodically updated. The condition of the filter must be constantly monitored, because when clogged, it will make the paths inside the unit impassable, and in case of a burst, it can greatly reduce the efficiency of cleaning small particles.

When using a bagless vacuum cleaner, you should strictly adhere to safety rules, especially when it comes to wet cleaning or any method of using a unit with an aquafilter, since the combination of water and electricity can be dangerous. In the event of a breakdown, it is highly undesirable to try to repair it yourself or by the forces of "folk craftsmen", most companies insist that it is necessary to repair the equipment only in authorized service centers.

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