Canister VS. Upright Vacuum: Which One Is Right for You?

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  • @craglabrake6802
    @craglabrake6802 Před 2 lety +41

    Thank you so much for this video! While I perfer canisters over uprights since canisters are easier for me. I don't mind uprights. I agree with everything you said, canisters are still a win for me!

    • @thomasflynn7797
      @thomasflynn7797 Před 2 lety +4

      I agree with you. I have no problem with a good upright.
      That being said I’d take a very good canister, like the Zero G, over just about any upright on the market.

    • @craglabrake6802
      @craglabrake6802 Před 2 lety +2

      @@thomasflynn7797 I understand that perfectly and I agree with you on that!

  • @imnotgonnasay3612
    @imnotgonnasay3612 Před 8 měsíci +12

    I’ve always had an upright but as I’m getting older, it’s getting harder and harder to use. Thank goodness my husband broke my upright the other day, hence why I’m here! Thank you so so so very much for having made this video!

  • @LlyleHunter
    @LlyleHunter Před 2 lety +42

    I’ve always preferred canisters and you can’t give a house a ceiling to floor/corner to corner cleaning without a canister but uprights are great for fast cleanups on rugs.

    • @PerformanceReviews
      @PerformanceReviews  Před 2 lety +15

      I couldn't agree with you more! It's hard to clean a house floor to ceiling without a canister. Uprights are more quick pick up oriented.

  • @FelicioSantos
    @FelicioSantos Před 4 měsíci +6

    Thanks for providing that with us. Such a great analysis.

  • @adrianblancas98
    @adrianblancas98 Před 2 lety +16

    Just bought a Miele C3 Marin and never owned a canister before. So I do have to get used to using it but I love my new Miele so quite and grooms the carpet really nice!

    • @brynnpenney3658
      @brynnpenney3658 Před 2 lety +3

      Are you still happy with your Marin? Thinking about trying one. Would be my first canister.

  • @jmdennis1967
    @jmdennis1967 Před 5 měsíci +5

    I appreciate the information. I have only ever used upright vacuums but will look at canister vacuums the next time.

  • @solarasfire
    @solarasfire Před 11 měsíci +2

    Thank you SO much for an amazing video! Great info and touched on all my questions.

  • @ThePuertoricanMermaid
    @ThePuertoricanMermaid Před rokem +1

    Thank you for this video and so many others. I appreciate what your teaching with your channel. Your content is great. 😁🤙

  • @E2HJ
    @E2HJ Před 4 měsíci +3

    Thank you for the clarification. I am attempting to decided between a Sebo Airbelt D4 versus a Sebo Felix. This video has been extremely helpful! Thanks again.

  • @mattjones7621
    @mattjones7621 Před 2 lety +12

    I have loved vacuum cleaners since childhood. I love both, but I lean more towards an upright for my needs. When I was growing up, we had carpet and I got used to using uprights (Kirbys, Hoover Convertibles, Eureka F&G, etc.). I have mostly hard flooring, but I have large area rugs in just about every room. I wouldn't mind a good quality canister, but I have two Kirbys with attachments, a Royal all-metal upright, two Shop Vacs and a Dirt Devil hand vac.

  • @microsp20lect28
    @microsp20lect28 Před rokem +2

    This is an outstanding well thought out review! The pros and cons are well presented. I am most likely to buy a canister in the near future. Well done! Thank you very much!!

  • @josephgaviota
    @josephgaviota Před rokem +4

    I'm in the market for a new vacuum cleaner, and I appreciate the insights you provide.

  • @gammondog
    @gammondog Před rokem +11

    My first vacuums were uprights. After using a canister, there is no going back. For high dusting and stairs, they are far superior. With modern power nozzles they clean carpets just as well.

  • @chuckb.5076
    @chuckb.5076 Před 2 lety +4

    great video. thanks

  • @MaryB_TN
    @MaryB_TN Před rokem +5

    Very informative. I've been obsessed with vacuums for over 30 years lol. But I always had uprights. I became concerned with how a vacuum affects indoor air quality after having an in-house demo of the Rainbow in early 90's. Too expensive then and now so I back then, I jumped on the cyclonic bagless upright bandwagon. I just got my first ever canister vacuum 2 weeks ago. So much more versatility!! So many more features!! So much easier to use!! Because of my air quality and air purification concerns, I opted for a water filtration canister vacuum. Not the $4K Rainbow but the Sirena. Love it and love canisters now.

  • @davidperry4013
    @davidperry4013 Před rokem +9

    I always used upright vacuums but, I fell in love with canisters when I tried a Miele C1 electro plus at NFM. I really like the Miele C1 but, do not mind splurging on a Sebo Aitbelt E3 or a Miele C3 Homecare plus with SEB 236.

  • @NineInchTyrone
    @NineInchTyrone Před 5 měsíci

    Thanx on suction info

  • @mattheviewer
    @mattheviewer Před 2 lety +5

    Helpful, thorough review. Noted reference to Consumer Reports, which said that uprights clean carpets better because their design puts more weight on the brush roller, thus providing better cleaning. Not sure about that as the better vac manufacturers have remarked brush needs airflow at its housing to get dirt out of rug. Still, CU tests show Miele uprights outperforming Miele canisters on carpet.

    • @PerformanceReviews
      @PerformanceReviews  Před 2 lety +4

      Miele canisters have about 30% more airflow with the exact same nozzle design. The canisters have always cleaned better than they're uprights that's just a fact. I would tell you to go test drive the two side by side but the upright's been discontinued for over a year now.

  • @giap9913
    @giap9913 Před rokem +5

    Thank you. I have only owned uprights; but, will now, seriously consider a canister. This video provided excellent education on the advantages of a canister.

    • @grassytramtracks
      @grassytramtracks Před rokem +2

      They are so much better, they are lighter and more manoeuvrable to use, in mainland Europe, upright hoovers aren't really a thing and cylinder vacuums dominate. I've never understood why more hoovers in the UK and US are upright when they just seem way more cumbersome and impractical

  • @Bunkysworkshop
    @Bunkysworkshop Před 2 lety +12

    First I love the look and sound of those old Hoovers and I agree with all that you’re saying here. One thing for me is I hate pulling and dragging a vacuum around behind me. Knocking into things and so on. I feel you need both a upright and a canister for a home cleaning day. I normally use the central vac and rotate through my upright vacuums just for some fun.

    • @Dankcatvacs
      @Dankcatvacs Před 2 lety +3

      na just an upright with a decent hose...

    • @Bunkysworkshop
      @Bunkysworkshop Před 2 lety +9

      @@Dankcatvacs That’s what she said. Lol 😂

    • @PerformanceReviews
      @PerformanceReviews  Před 2 lety +3

      The best response yet.

    • @meriflower
      @meriflower Před 2 lety +2

      I agree, you need both an upright and a canister. For me I have mostly wall-to-wall carpet and I find an upright works best for me. I use a canister for stairs, dusting, walls and high places. I would say if you have a combination of hard floors and area rugs a canister would be best. Having both though you get the best of both worlds!

  • @marklloyd4153
    @marklloyd4153 Před 2 lety +4

    I liked this video. I have a red U1 . I don’t know if they still make it . I have a Sebo D4.it’s great . I’m a big Sebo fan. I am not that good working on the Meiles but the Sebo r so ez. My U1 goes easily from hard floors to carpet which is a big reason I bought it ,also nice attachments. Your video kind of reminded me of y I have the vacuums I have . 👍. Great video again.

  • @user-vacgod2739
    @user-vacgod2739 Před 2 lety +5

    I think a canister vacuum would be good for vacuuming cobwebs and other above-the-floor cleaning.

  • @Piccolo_Re
    @Piccolo_Re Před rokem +2

    The Sebo Felix is nice because it is an upright, but you can carry to do the stairs or furniture.

  • @Dankcatvacs
    @Dankcatvacs Před 2 lety +5

    Upright I just can't jam with a bulky canister. As much as give them trys. It like driving a Sami truck in a mini Mart parking lot
    Also Miele is the heaviest bulkiest upright ever made.
    can't believe the miele canister has so much more power
    I still like them have bunch in my collection but more hastle to use in close quarters.

  • @thebuttermilkyway687
    @thebuttermilkyway687 Před měsícem +2

    So this is why I hate my upright vacuum with the white hot passion of 1000 burning suns. THANK YOU!

  • @mjp23
    @mjp23 Před 2 lety +5

    Great video! What about bagless canisters? Are they less powerful in terms of suction than a bagged canister vacuum?

  • @JoeR203
    @JoeR203 Před 2 lety +6

    I have a Panasonic bagless upright. Great suction when new (It's turning 8yrs old in 2022), but it clogs quickly. Small pebbles that get stuck in sneakers, cat litter just doesn't make it up the hose and into that sharp turn to fall down into the canister. I have to take it apart to clean out the lint buildup. Going to get a bagged canister vacuum.

    • @PennyCarlson-cy1iq
      @PennyCarlson-cy1iq Před 11 měsíci +1

      I had the same problem with my Electrolux Commercial canister vacuum. I still have it, it's fairly old and runs fine but I just don't like it. I much prefer the Dyson ball I have, which can dust and do under beds, with it's detachable hose. I know people on vacuum review channels tend not to like Dysons, but mine has been great and is nicer to use than other vacuums I have used except Roombas. I haven't use a Miele though. It seems nice. Both my machines are pretty old but still clean well. The Electrolux does clog easily though, especially with cat litter or by my woodstove.

  • @alluringming
    @alluringming Před rokem +4

    I been thinking about getting a canister as seen they are better than the older ones these days. Plus canisters seem to get under furniture better than the upright ones and other hard to reach places.

  • @tvento
    @tvento Před 2 lety +2

    Nice vid.

  • @mjp23
    @mjp23 Před 2 lety +5

    Definitely canisters, and corded. I need powerful suction to get into corners and crannies, under furniture, and all those difficult places.

  • @Samantha-bh7rb
    @Samantha-bh7rb Před 6 měsíci

    I've never had a canister, but I'm ready to go find the best canister Miele for my flooring situation. Thank you!

  • @ntag411
    @ntag411 Před rokem +2

    I'd say a canister would have better vacuum because the air, with particle contamination, only goes thru one 90 degree angle while an upright goes three 90 degree angles, one is the gooseneck in the floor tool and a U turn (two 90 degree angles) before the bag/bin. Otherwise they have their pros/cons. Electrolux, in my experience, has always pushed the canister to the consumer. I've always respected the wisdom of Electrolux.

  • @gazza9463
    @gazza9463 Před rokem +1

    Here in the U.K , what you call canister we call cylinder. Upright, we also say upright.
    Personally, I prefer an upright, my wife prefers a cylinder (canister)vacuum cleaner.

  • @aaaaeeeeffffeeeekkkkssss
    @aaaaeeeeffffeeeekkkkssss Před 2 lety +8

    I will always prefer canisters over uprights. But of course central vacuums are the best.

  • @milanzerewan7332
    @milanzerewan7332 Před rokem +4

    Canister is the best

  • @Annie-ug6eo
    @Annie-ug6eo Před rokem

    What do you think of the miele Blizzard C1 cat & dog baggles power line vacuum SKCEO? I was also thinking about a SEB 236 power head for the lights.I have 80% bare floors & 20% plush carpet. I have 2 dogs & one dog sheds a LOT. Do you have a video with this model I like your video's especially the demonstrations with actual debris on the floor. I vacuum every single day. HELP

    • @PerformanceReviews
      @PerformanceReviews  Před rokem

      If you vacuum that often you will want to stay away from Bagless vacuum cleaners. It'll cost you a fortune to run with those filters. The bagged system of the Miele C3 it's far more economical.

  • @windsorwolf7162
    @windsorwolf7162 Před 2 lety +1

    I like canisters but a central vacuum and a Kirby does it for me lol

  • @floydfloyd3706
    @floydfloyd3706 Před rokem +2

    I would happier with a canister type if the protective buffer would protect the wall as well as the machine.

    • @PerformanceReviews
      @PerformanceReviews  Před rokem +2

      The Miele C3 has a bumper. But if you're really looking for that extra level protection take a look at the SEBO E3 airbelt

  • @htpcnz7378
    @htpcnz7378 Před 2 lety +6

    Unfortunately all Miele C3 series sold in some markets like ours aren't even compatible with powerheads due to lack of powered hose/wand and only comes with turbo heads in top expensive models. Therefore making crap like Sharks and Dyson's way more attractive in features and price without even having to try hard.

    • @matthewburno
      @matthewburno Před 2 lety +2

      That is always unfortunate when the market limits what's available to that region even if products exist it's hard to come by in that specific area just like phones some markets don't have good variety we're stuck with one brand even if we don't want it

    • @miatand1156
      @miatand1156 Před rokem +1

      And if you're in Aus like me you will find Miele customer support horrid to put it mildly. Call Sebo. They have great customer support. Answer phone straight away and give you much help and advise.

  • @marcoallende3683
    @marcoallende3683 Před rokem +1

    So suction wise the miele canister has a lot more than the upright? I have a dog and 3 cats withixture of carpet and vinyl floor. I need one that can keep up. 😆

  • @matthewbroom3969
    @matthewbroom3969 Před 2 lety +3

    i am a canister lover lol

  • @sl1237
    @sl1237 Před 2 lety +3

    Between Miele and Sebo, which is the more durable and reliable unit? I've read that the quality of Miele has been dropping but nothing to really back that up.

    • @PerformanceReviews
      @PerformanceReviews  Před 2 lety +2

      I'd say Miele's quality has been steady. Not sure what nonsense you may have read? But sebo is a commercial machine it's meant to be used in abused.

    • @sl1237
      @sl1237 Před 2 lety +1

      @@PerformanceReviews Just some posts on reddit and vacuumland. Looks like I might go with the D4 because there are some clumsy people in the house so we need the durability. Thanks!

    • @miatand1156
      @miatand1156 Před rokem

      @@sl1237 You heard right. Most Miele vacums sold here are the inferior modes alll made in China., ,,,but the price!

  • @driftracing08
    @driftracing08 Před 2 lety +3

    I used canister and upright and they both are fun to use and all vacuums are easy to use for me but I don't care for how easy a vacuum is to use because vacuuming don't feel like just work to me like how central vacs would be that they are installed into the house that everything about them is so simple and easy that its boring like no sound and no feeling of it being in your hand or next to you like a canister would be

  • @calvinbryant1124
    @calvinbryant1124 Před 2 lety

    Do you have any videos on your channel regarding rainbow home cleaning systems I've been in the market and I want one but at the same time I don't know that much about them but I hear those that have them they say they love them but electricity and water doesn't mix with me so I'm asking you don't find uprights in your local Walmart now that uses bags anymore most of all of them now or Bagless meaning you have that great deathstorm when you empty them got two costly wash filters and do all that so I always wanted a Rainbow Vacuum ever since I was a small child cuz I was born 1987 here in Cincinnati Ohio always wanted one because my aunt Norma Bryant she has a rainbow that's over 70 years old and that thing still runs like it was she just got it yesterday and I love how the water traps all of the dirt in the debris but I don't know how they make them now cuz I think they got filters on them now so I just wanted to know is that a goodbye or not looking towards up to the vacuum expert thank you be blessed have a blessed and prosperous New Year

    • @laxus8172
      @laxus8172 Před 2 lety

      He has made videos and left his opinions about them on Reddit. The general consensus on rainbow is that they do a decent job cleaning, but not any better than a sebo or miele. And dealing with the water filter is a pain. Basically they’re overpriced and hard to maintain.

    • @MaryB_TN
      @MaryB_TN Před rokem +1

      I agree that personally, water filtration vacuums are great for power, suction and air purification abilities. I also got very interested in Rainbow in the early 90's but the cost was and still is insane. Now about $4,000 😱 So I finally got a water filtration vacuum YAY! 2 weeks ago but got the Sirena which is wayyyyy less $$$ than Rainbow! Like the cost was only 1/5th the cost of a Rainbow with all of the same functions and features. I really love it!

  • @Jdm4292
    @Jdm4292 Před rokem +1

    You sound like Savagegeese Mark, Great video!

    • @PerformanceReviews
      @PerformanceReviews  Před rokem

      Well thank you for the compliment. I've spent time in the same part of Illinois as Mark.

  • @joshuapowell1868
    @joshuapowell1868 Před 10 měsíci

    Great video bagged vacuum cleaners are more healthy for your health than bagles vacuum cleaners

  • @5rgyyuyrgg
    @5rgyyuyrgg Před rokem +3

    Until seeing this video I was undecided on buying a canister vacuum, not anymore.
    Thank you 😊
    I have a question that I hope you can answer.
    Will a canister vacuum floor brush with (fake) horse hair soft bristles, also Clean area rugs?
    Or do I need one without (fake) horse hair?

    • @PerformanceReviews
      @PerformanceReviews  Před rokem

      Generally you want a turbo tool for area rugs. Some of them come with a switchable floor tool.

    • @5rgyyuyrgg
      @5rgyyuyrgg Před rokem

      @@PerformanceReviewsMy area rugs say no beater bar. Is a turbo tool basically the same?

    • @MaryB_TN
      @MaryB_TN Před rokem

      @@5rgyyuyrgg a turbo tool is an air driven mini powerhead, so it does rapidly agitate like a regular powerhead. It's best used to remove pet hair from furniture, stairs and beds. If I were you, I'd follow the area rug recommendation and use a straight suction tool without agitation

  • @5rgyyuyrgg
    @5rgyyuyrgg Před rokem

    I just watched this video.
    Can you please recommend some inexpensive great vacuum that can be use for both area rugs and hard wood floors that's very easily scratch.

    • @PerformanceReviews
      @PerformanceReviews  Před rokem

      Henry 160 compact, SEBO E2 or K2 ,Miele C1/s4000

    • @5rgyyuyrgg
      @5rgyyuyrgg Před rokem

      @@PerformanceReviews Can you please recommend something less expensive.
      I cannot afford anything over $200.00, and when it comes to that amount I have to save up monthly for it.
      Thank you.

    • @MaryB_TN
      @MaryB_TN Před rokem

      @@5rgyyuyrgg if you're looking for inexpensive bagless canister, I've read pretty good reviews on the Bissell Zing Bagless Canister vacuum. Under $100

    • @5rgyyuyrgg
      @5rgyyuyrgg Před rokem +1

      @@MaryB_TN Thank you! 😊

  • @Reeeeeeeeeeeeemis
    @Reeeeeeeeeeeeemis Před rokem +2

    I've lost respect for Consumer Reports. They also give Shark high ratings.

    • @robertherman1146
      @robertherman1146 Před rokem +1

      So did Wirecutter at the New York Times as well as many other “trustworthy” sources.
      Makes you wonder, doesn’t it.

  • @chrisvaughn5960
    @chrisvaughn5960 Před 10 měsíci +2

    I like canisters better i HATE bagless vacuums!

  • @MarcP5267
    @MarcP5267 Před 2 lety +3

    I prefer uprights especially with ones that have lift away.

    • @laxus8172
      @laxus8172 Před 2 lety +1

      Bruh that’s just a canister lmao.

  • @SpudKai
    @SpudKai Před 2 lety +4

    okay you sold me on a canister, which one costs like $300 and is decent?

    • @upy0ur5
      @upy0ur5 Před 10 měsíci +1

      I dont know about 300 and decent but we have a sale at the moment at a location in San Diego where you can get a Miele Classic C1 Pure Suction for $279.99 instead of the usual $349.99. So worth it and easily the best vacuum I ever purchased.

    • @SpudKai
      @SpudKai Před 10 měsíci

      @@upy0ur5 oh sweet! How well is it for high pile carpet in a standard american home? Or are you using it predominantly on hard floors?
      I bought the NaceCare JVP180 James for a friends wedding gift and it's very nice. They love it and I've tested it a few times at their house. All hard floors though. It's very quiet, no hearing protection needed. And suction is huge.

    • @upy0ur5
      @upy0ur5 Před 10 měsíci

      @Spud177ify The only one I can recommend for high pile carpet is the Complete C3 since they have an electrical function at the end of the telescopic wand for powered attachments which the C1 and C2 models lack. My home is all wood and tiles at the moment. When I lived in a carpet home, we had an upright vacuum but its not Miele or Sebo quality. You bought a Nacecare JVP180? The other name for it is a Henry vacuum right? Those things have amazing suction but not great for carpets from my experience.

  • @djufu1
    @djufu1 Před rokem

    What do you think of Prolux?

  • @billfrigo7602
    @billfrigo7602 Před 10 měsíci

    Stuck between a Miele C1 Cat & Dog vs a Sebo Dart/Felix. 90% wall to wall carpet, 2 bed condo 1100sqft, carpet staircase. Only the kitchen and 2 bathrooms are hard flooring. If it wasn’t for the staircase, the Dart/Felix would easily win, no? I can’t decide.

  • @Techlifeandmore
    @Techlifeandmore Před 7 měsíci

    Can you check out a robot vacuum?

  • @perrslice
    @perrslice Před 5 měsíci +3

    Bro is so out of breath I’m exhausted

  • @whitelight32
    @whitelight32 Před 2 lety +4

    Thank you, I always wondered which one is best. But why do Americans still insist on using upright vacumes?

    • @Laotzu.Goldbug
      @Laotzu.Goldbug Před 2 lety +2

      Because they are better.

    • @laxus8172
      @laxus8172 Před 2 lety +1

      @@Laotzu.Goldbug for what? Try to get as high, or as low. With an upright you give up tons of maneuverability, and in application you’re able to clean less because you simply can’t reach it. Also on a canister you don’t have support the whole weight of the vacuum. Clown

    • @antwhal
      @antwhal Před 2 lety +2

      @@laxus8172 the canister has ruined all of my furniture because of the way it bangs around as I'm vacuuming.

    • @laxus8172
      @laxus8172 Před 2 lety +5

      @@antwhal then you bought a cheap canister and you’re clumsy. Don’t blame user error on the machine. High end canisters have replaceable bumpers that prevent anything from happening.

    • @antwhal
      @antwhal Před 2 lety

      @@laxus8172 I bought a $600 cordless Henry, eat my socks

  • @281cu6
    @281cu6 Před měsícem +1

    The utter failure of American vacuum advertising is staggering. Everyone, including people with strength issues, I know has a heavy upright. Drives me crazy.

  • @NineInchTyrone
    @NineInchTyrone Před 5 měsíci

    Which has best suction?

  • @kimberlindy
    @kimberlindy Před rokem

    If you were trained to vacuum yourself out of a room so as to not leave footprints, a canister vacuum probably isn't the right choice.

    • @ACitizenOfOurWorld
      @ACitizenOfOurWorld Před 6 měsíci

      Good point. Kicking it back behind you as you work your way out of a room could tend to be a bit awkward.

  • @bernardhuxley5984
    @bernardhuxley5984 Před rokem +1

    this guy gets winded just from talking