Vertical vacuum cleaner: advanced design or external modification of a familiar device

The vertical vacuum cleaner in popularity among consumers today is many times greater than its traditional counterpart. It would seem that the advantages of the new gadget are obvious, but few buyers are aware that vacuum cleaners with the possibility of vertical parking are not always considered to be leaders in their quality and reliability. Today we offer to find out what types of devices are offered by modern manufacturers, and also analyze what advantages and disadvantages are inherent in the main number of the best models of cleaning devices included in the rating of vertical vacuum cleaners in 2019.

About product

A vertical vacuum cleaner is a device that looks like a mop, equipped with a dust suction function. It is compact, does not require much space in the room, as it is traditionally stored in an upright position. Being always “at hand” and not requiring preliminary assembly of the structure, this device is ideal for “emergency” cases requiring immediate removal of contamination.

Traditionally, vertical gadgets are classified into:

• wired;
• wireless.

Vertical models of devices with a functional cable, as a rule, are more powerful in comparison with their counterparts running on a battery. The power indicator in this case reaches 300 W, which determines the main purpose of the gadget - a thorough cleaning of carpets with high pile.

The best technical characteristic that distinguishes the wired type of vertical vacuum cleaners from their battery-powered counterparts is the ability of the first type to work an unlimited amount of time with an "active" power source.

It is also worth noting the lower weight of the design of the household gadget with a functional cable, due to the lack of a built-in battery. Due to this feature, wired vacuum cleaners with the option of vertical parking more often than their "colleagues" are equipped with additional functions, for example, wet cleaning, fine filters, the possibility of ionization of air and so on.

Most “vertical lines” of this type provide for automatic winding of the cable inside the housing, which greatly simplifies the cleaning process and saves the user time. So you should not be afraid of the discomfort caused by the presence of a functional wire.

Vertical Vacuum Cleaners ideal in cases requiring maximum mobility, compactness, speed of elimination of pollution from the “harvesting” equipment, as well as long-term autonomous use.

The main positive characteristic of this type of device can be considered its maximum safety. So, leaving the battery vacuum cleaner alone with children or pets, you can not worry about the possible occurrence of a dangerous situation, due to inept handling of the child with the cable or biting the cord, for example, a dog.

In addition to safe use, it is worth mentioning equipping this type of household appliances with the latest advanced developments, for example, HEPA filters or the Cyclone system, which guarantees the preservation of suction power even when the dust bag is full.

Most models of wireless gadgets are able to compensate for their low power indicator by the presence of aquafilter. This option will allow you to humidify the air in the cleaned room and significantly reduce the content of potential allergens in it.

How to choose

Given the wide variety of models of vertical vacuum cleaners presented on the modern home appliance market, before deciding to purchase a particular gadget, it is worthwhile to objectively evaluate the most popular advantages and disadvantages of its use.

So, resorting to the help of this type of device in cleaning the room, the user will certainly appreciate:

• compact design;
• high mobility (especially when using a battery vacuum cleaner);
• less weight (compared to traditional kind of device);
• ease of use (in particular, given the absence of the need for constant assembly and "disassembly" of the structure before and after each cleaning cycle);
• hygiene of the dust collector itself and ease of cleaning (in the absolute majority, a plastic container acts as a container for collecting dirt);
• universality (the ability to use a separate element of the suction structure, for example, for car cleaning).

Of course, like any other representative of household appliances, a vacuum cleaner with the option of vertical parking has several disadvantages. These features can be objectively attributed to:

• low suction power compared to traditional "cleaning" gadgets;
• limited battery life (when choosing a battery device);
• small capacity of the dust bag;
• the need for a long recharge of the battery (when using a cordless vacuum cleaner).

So, after weighing all the pros and cons, it is advisable to go on to an overview of the main technical characteristics that are considered fundamental in the choice of a vertical vacuum cleaner.

1. Maximum suction power A household gadget should ideally reach 300 watts. Having such a characteristic, the vacuum cleaner can easily cope with the cleaning of dirt even with a high pile carpet.
2. The capacity of the dust collector should optimally not be lower than 1-2 liters. If the capacity is insufficient, the dirt collection container may require cleaning even during the cleaning process.
3. The weight of a vertical vacuum cleaner, as a rule, does not exceed 3-4 kg, which is an acceptable indicator of the severity of the device for its comfortable use by people of all ages.
4. The battery life in the case of using a wireless gadget should not be less than 30 minutes. It is important to understand that a discharged battery provokes a decrease in the suction power of the device. That is why buying a vacuum cleaner with a lower indicator of the period of "independent" work can bring disappointment to its user in its future use.
5. The presence of a HEPA filter is optional, but highly desirable. Such a cleaning element reduces the concentration of potential allergens, as well as the smallest dust particles in the air, which has a beneficial effect on the state of children's health and the well-being of allergy sufferers.
6. The noise level generated during direct operation of the vacuum cleaner should not exceed 60-70 dB. Devices with a higher score will be extremely uncomfortable in future use.

To clearly illustrate what characteristics vertical household appliances for cleaning the premises should be equipped with, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the following list of top models.

The best models

Wireless

Bosch BCH 6ATH18

• Type of device: vertical
• Type of cleaning: dry
• Battery life: up to 40 minutes
• Charging time: 360 minutes
• Dust collector type: cyclone filter
• Dust box capacity: 0.90 L
• Additional options: a power regulator located on the device’s case, the ability to connect an electric brush, a filter replacement indicator, a battery charge indicator, 3 built-in power levels

An excellent vacuum cleaner for connoisseurs of cleanliness and order in the house at a relatively low energy consumption.

Tefal TY8813RH

• Type of device: vertical
• Type of cleaning: dry
• Battery life: up to 35 minutes
• Charging time: 60 minutes
• Dust collector type: cyclone filter
• Dust capacity: 0.50 L
• Additional options: the presence of a fine filter, a power regulator located on the device’s case, a battery charge indicator, the possibility of vertical parking

Quality vacuum cleaner guaranteeing relatively quiet, but the most effective air purification process with direct cleaning of the room, not only thanks to a thoughtful mechanism, but also an integrated fine filter.

Kitfort KT-521

• Type of device: vertical
• Type of cleaning: dry
• Battery life: up to 20 minutes
• Charging time: 300 minutes
• Dust collector type: cyclone filter
• Dust box capacity: 2 L
• Additional options: 2 additional nozzles as standard, an option to connect an electric brush, the possibility of vertical parking

Reliable household "assistant", suitable due to its versatility for use both in daily "surface" cleaning, and in the "general" cleaning of the room.

Tefal TY8875RO

• Type of device: vertical
• Type of cleaning: dry
• Battery life: up to 55 minutes
• Charging time: 360 minutes
• Dust collector type: cyclone filter
• Dust capacity: 0.50 L
• Additional options: built-in power controller located on the handle of the vacuum cleaner, the presence of a fine filter, 2 additional nozzles, including a turbo brush, supplied as standard, built-in operating time indicator

Quality gadget from trusted manufacturergiving its user the ability to eliminate even the most persistent contaminants with a low noise level of the cleaning process, as well as thorough air purification in the house due to the built-in HEPA filter.

REDMOND RV-UR330

• Type of device: vertical
• Type of cleaning: dry
• Battery life: up to 25 minutes
• Charging time: 480 minutes
• Dust collector type: cyclone filter
• Dust capacity: 0.50 L
• Additional options: built-in power regulator located on the vacuum cleaner body; the presence of a fine filter; 2 interchangeable nozzles in the basic kit; multicyclone filtration system 10 + 1; 2 levels of continuous operation (25 minutes ± 3; 13 minutes ± 3); adjustable angle of the handle; lighting of the cleaning area, vertical parking, storage space for nozzles

A vertical vacuum cleaner with a multi-level filtration system will provide its user with maximum comfort when cleaning the room, due to the low level of noise generated, as well as the possibility of its operation both with a cable and independently, at the choice of the owner.

Title	Bosch BCH 6ATH18	Tefal TY8813RH	Kitfort KT-521	Tefal TY8875RO	REDMOND RV-UR330
Cleaning	dry	dry	dry	dry	dry
Battery life	up to 40 min	up to 35 min	up to 20 min	up to 55 min	up to 25 min
Charging time	360 min	600 min	300 min	360 min	480 min
Dust collector	bagless (cyclone filter), capacity 0.90 l	bagless (cyclone filter), 0.50 L capacity	bagless (cyclone filter), 2 l capacity	bagless (cyclone filter), 0.50 L capacity	bagless (cyclone filter), 0.50 L capacity
Additional Information	filter replacement indicator; battery indicator; 3 power levels	charge indicator	the ability to connect an electric brush, vertical parking	operating time indicator; voltage 25V	multicyclone filtration system 10 + 1; 2 levels of continuous operation (25 minutes ± 3; 13 minutes ± 3); adjustable angle of the handle; cleaning area lights
Price	from 13800 rub.	from 11000 rub.	from 7000 rub.	from 12000 rub.	from 8000 rub.

Wired

KARCHER VC 5 Premium

• Type of device: vertical
• Type of cleaning: dry
• Power Consumption: 500 W
• Dust collector type: cyclone filter
• Dust box capacity: 0.20 L
• Noise Level: 77 dB
• Nozzles in a set: floor, for upholstered furniture, nozzle brush, crevice
• Additional options: built-in power regulator located on the vacuum cleaner body; the presence of a fine filter; 3-stage filtration system

Brand vacuum cleaner - “baby”, striking in its suction power and versatility.

Philips FC7088 AquaTrio Pro

• Type of device: vertical
• Type of cleaning: dry and wet
• Power Consumption: 500 W
• Dust collector type: cyclone filter
• Dust box capacity: 0.65 L
• Additional options: the presence of a fine filter; range 9.5 m; the possibility of using detergents; tank capacity for dirty water 0.8 l; any detergent or clean water can be used; the ability to connect an electric brush
• Cable length: 8m

A multifunctional gadget that can satisfy the needs of most modern buyers who are in search of the “ideal assistant” in cleaning flooring.

Galaxy GL6254

• Type of device: vertical
• Type of cleaning: dry and wet
• Power Consumption: 1500 W
• Suction power: 300 W
• Dust collector type: cyclone filter
• Dust capacity: 1 L
• Nozzles included: floor / carpet
• Additional options: the presence of a fine filter; built-in power controller located on the device
• Cable length: 5.5m

Despite the external compact design, this vacuum cleaner is ideal for thorough general cleaning of the room, thanks to its suction power, as well as a well-thought-out pollution collection mechanism.

KARCHER FC 5

• Type of device: vertical
• Type of cleaning: wet
• Power Consumption: 460 W
• Dust collector type: aquafilter
• Dust box capacity: 0.20 L
• Nozzles included: floor / carpet
• Additional options: fluid collection function; fine filter
• Cable length: 7m

A high-quality gadget from a trusted manufacturer, which has deservedly won the trust of customers, thanks to a wide range of its functionality with a relatively low level of generated noise from the mechanism and low power consumption.

Mystery MVC-1123

• Type of device: vertical
• Type of cleaning: dry
• Power Consumption: 800 W
• Dust collector type: cyclone filter
• Additional options: the presence of a fine filter
• Cable length: 4m

A budget model of a vertical vacuum cleaner that can replace a traditional apparatus for cleaning the premises, while significantly saving space for its storage and time to perform direct "duties".

Modern vacuum cleaners with the option of vertical parking are deservedly in high demand among buyers. High suction power with a relatively quiet operation of this type of device in the case of a competent approach to its choice will give its user extremely positive emotions from direct use.

Title	KARCHER VC 5 Premium	Philips FC7088 AquaTrio Pro	Galaxy GL6254	KARCHER FC 5	Mystery MVC-1123
Cleaning	dry	dry and wet	dry	wet	dry
Power consumption	500 watts	500 watts	1500 watts	460 watts	800 watts
Dust collector	bagless (cyclone filter), capacity 0.20 l	bagless (cyclone filter), 0.65 l capacity	bagless (cyclone filter), 1 l capacity	water filter, capacity 0.20 l	bagless (cyclone filter)
Power cord length	9 m	8 m	5.5 m	7 m	-
Nozzles included	floor, for upholstered furniture, brush nozzle, crevice	2 microfiber rotating brushes	-	-	-
Price	from 11300 rub.	from 30 900 rub.	from 3000 rub.	from 13600 rub.	from 1600 rub.