We've called in and spent months putting dozens of vacuum cleaners to the test — so you don't have to. First, we rated power and those with the strongest debris pick-up and smart features.
Learn more While we've tested all kinds of the best vacuums, including those that retail for an eye-watering $800 or more, we've found that $100 to $200 can get you a solid and reliable vacuum.
I’ve tested dozens of top-rated vacuum cleaners on multiple types of messes, including flour, sand, and cracker crumbs — plus scrambled-egg and applesauce spills for the wet/dry vacuums.
Using rice, sand and pet hair we score each cordless vacuum on suction performance, ease of use, battery life, comfort/handling, standout features and value for the price. You'll find our picks ...
The best robot vacuums for pet hair keep fur, dirt, dust and dander in check between deeper cleans. Here are our top picks from iRobot, Roborock, Eufy and more.