Upright vacuum cleaners - are they better than traditional ones?

Vacuum cleaners are the main equipment of small household appliances. We can choose from this category of devices, among others bagged and bagless solutions, as well as water and wash solutions, as well as the increasingly popular upright vacuum cleaners. Is it worth choosing?

Upright vacuum cleaners - advantages over classic models

You can certainly see the difference between a standard vacuum cleaner and an upright vacuum cleaner at a glance. The latter has neither a flexible pipe, nor a large body for a waste container or bag, and the entire engine of the device, including filters. It has a rigid, long, built-in body with a brush. As a rule, these devices do not have a bag, so they should be classified as bagless vacuum cleaners. Dirt sucked in with air enters the waste container, which must be cleaned regularly.

What characterizes upright vacuum cleaners, also called stand-up vacuum cleaners, is their compact size.. They will take up little space in the utility closet or in the wardrobe. You can store such equipment in the hallway, vestibule, or even in the kitchen or bathroom - it will always be at hand. Such solutions are also available with a HEPA filter that captures even fine pollen from the environment, that is why they are ideal equipment for cleaning the homes of allergy sufferers..

The advantages of upright vacuum cleaners include:

• Ease – The design of the upright vacuum cleaner is designed in such a way that it weighs little, so it will be easier for you to operate such equipment, which is especially useful when cleaning stairs or a duplex apartment.
• silent work – Compared to average conventional appliances, the upright vacuum does not make such loud noises.
• Bagless cleaning.
• Ability to collect liquid – upright vacuum cleaners can be water-based at the same time, thanks to which they allow you to quickly and easily remove liquid spilled on the floor or perform wet cleaning.

It happens that an upright vacuum cleaner will have a removable handle, which can turn into a manual solution for cars. This will make it easier for you to clean your car, as well as vacuuming sofas and hard-to-reach places.

Upright vacuum cleaner - features

If you are wondering if you can use an upright vacuum cleaner like a traditional one and if it can replace classic equipment for such applications, it is indeed possible, but you need to know which device to buy to be happy with your choice.

The table shows the most important characteristics of reliable and useful upright vacuum cleaners:

Feature	Parameters
Vacuum cleaner power	Up to 900 W (according to EU legislation)
Dust and Dirt Container	1,5-3 liters
Filtration system	HEPA filter (recommended for H13 allergy sufferers)
Battery life	40 – 80 minutes
Additional working tips	For carpets, floor coverings, parquet, tiles, electric brush, crevice tool
Noise generated	45–65 dB

Some types of upright vacuum cleaners, such as the Bosch brand, have a removable handle with a tank, so they will allow you to vacuum not only floors, but also, for example, scattered crumbs on the countertop, car upholstery or upholstered furniture, and even cobwebs under the ceiling.

There are also upright vacuum cleaners that are equipped with a washing function. This type of device will have two reservoirs - one for clean water used for washing and the other for intake air with impurities.

The most advanced upright wet vacuum cleaners have a hot steam cleaning function that dissolves even the most stubborn dirt.

Types of Upright Vacuum Cleaners - Cordless or Corded

In the basic classification, two types of upright vacuum cleaners are distinguished: cordless and wired.. Equipment with a vertical connection is standardly powered by a 230–240 V mains via an integrated cable. Its disadvantage is the presence of a cable, which limits the range of the device and can get tangled underfoot. However, these upright vacuums can be more powerful than cordless ones, making them work more efficiently and help you clean your apartment or house faster.

This can be a very good and practical solution. cordless upright vacuum cleanerpowered by built-in battery. Its advantage is that it is convenient to use it anywhere, and the cable does not restrict the user's movements. There is no need to change the plug from outlet to outlet, so it's easier to vacuum stairs or rooms upstairs.

The disadvantage of cordless upright vacuum cleaners is the limited battery life. It depends on what features you use and how powerful the device is. Recommended manufacturers of upright vacuum cleaners guarantee that the maximum runtime of their products is up to 80 minutes. Weaker models can work 20-40 minutes without recharging. The most popular manufacturers of such equipment are Marky Bosch, zelmer, Thomas, Philips or Karcher.

Upright vacuum cleaners are primarily intended for those customers who want to have equipment for cleaning various surfaces at hand, and at the same time want to conveniently vacuum in an upright position. They will work in small and large apartments, as well as in large houses, where it is a problem to use a traditional vacuum cleaner on the stairs or carry it to the second level of the building. 

Check out all the possibilities offered by these devices and choose the model for you!