In households all over the country, a long-time debate rages when it comes to vacuums: should families purchase upright or canister vacuums. While there are certainly good reasons on both sides of the debate, there are some fairly strong arguments in favor of canister models.
What are Canister Vacuums
Most canister vacuums are smaller and more round than uprights. That’s because they store their motors in a canister-type area that is carried along behind the person cleaning instead of being pushed ahead of them. Attached to the canister is a hose and a cleaning tool that is used to do the vacuuming. You move the hose to pick up the dirt and debris not necessarily the entire unit.
The Advantages
There are a number of advantages to choosing a canister vacuum cleaner. For one, they are less heavy and difficult to maneuver. If you have a bad back or other health problem that make pushing around an upright a real challenge, the canister vacuum could be helpful because it weighs less. You’re really only moving the hose and occasionally pulling the entire unit via the convenient handle.
Most canister vacuums come with attachments that are directly connected to the unit so you can switch cleaning tools on the fly. Most uprights do not. Canister vacuums are also better for reaching a wide variety of areas. You can’t clean your couch cushions with an upright unless you have an attachment with a canister vacuum you can. You can also more easily clean stairs, corners, and other hard-to-reach areas.
The Disadvantages
One of the disadvantages of canister vacuum cleaners is they tend not to be as powerful as upright models. That’s usually to keep the weight more manageable. A more powerful motor is going to weigh down the unit. Canister vacuums often use bags which can be a drawback for people who prefer bagless units. They can also be more difficult to empty and sometimes have awkwardly placed controls which can make them a pain to use.
What to Notice When Buying
Before you choose your canister vacuum, check the length of the hose. If your unit comes with a long hose, your going to have more cleaning flexibility which should be highly desirable. You should also determine the weight of the unit before buying. If you get one that is still too heavy for you, it won’t do any good.
One thing you might also want to consider is looking at canister vacuums which can handle both wet and dry messes. This makes them extremely useful in most homes or garages. These cost a little more but their versatility will pay for itself over time. You should also decide on whether you want your canister vacuum to be a bagless vacuum cleaner.
Summary
Canister vacuums were designed to do the same function as upright models but do have some distinct advantages, including greater portability and maneuverability. However, you want to make sure you’re choosing a model that will be useful to you so always check the basics of the unit you’re considering. Remember that most are also going to be cheaper than comparable upright models.
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