Average User Rating – This is based on our own research in product testing and user feedback. Clicking on each product takes you to Amazon’s product page where you can read customer reviews on the product you’re interested in.

Best Value / Top Rated / Top Specs / Best Choice – Products that we consider to excel in a certain area such as value for money, reputation or technology have been given one of our aforementioned labels of recognition.

Carpets – Is it suitable for cleaning carpets?

Hard Floors – Is it suitable for cleaning hard floors?

Pet Hair – Is it effective at cleaning pet hair? Certain upright vacuum cleaners either have a specialized brush roll or/and includes tools to help remove pet hair.

Capacity – How many liters of waste can the vacuum’s waste tank hold before you have to empty it? Corded models usually have a much bigger capacity than cordless models. 

Filter – What type of filter does the vacuum have? Certain models have a HEPA (high-efficiency particulate arrestance) filter which is designed to trap tiny particles that trigger allergy and asthma symptoms.

Hose – Many corded upright vacuums have an integrated hose that allows you to easily reach into various areas for cleaning.

Price – If you want to know the price of any of the models, just click on the Buy Now button or Check Price and you’ll be redirected to the product page on Amazon.com. The reason we don’t put prices is because they constantly change and there are so many sellers offering different prices.