The Best Vacuum Cleaner: Our Expert Guide to Choosing Right
Vacuuming, an endless chore? What if the tool you're using was the main obstacle to a spotless home? Most people buy a vacuum cleaner by looking only at the price or brand, without knowing if the appliance truly suits their needs.
The result? Wasted time, money spent on consumables, and a lot of frustration.
At HiFi Luxembourg, with 50 years of experience, we've analyzed hundreds of models to help you make the right choice today.
The 4 types of vacuum cleaners: find the one that suits you
Stop wasting your time searching blindly. Focus first on the category that best fits your lifestyle. Upright, Canister vacuum cleaner, robot, or wet and dry vacuum? Each type excels in specific situations. For a detailed comparison, check out our guide Which vacuum cleaner to choose? Here's how to identify the one that will transform your cleaning routine.
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Despite the rise of cordless stick vacuums, the canister remains the king of suction. Unbeatable for pure suction quality, bag capacity, and unlimited runtime.
Ideal for:
Large homes (70m² and above)
Families with children and pets
Carpeted floors or thick rugs
🔑 Key point: The wattage displayed guarantees nothing. What matters: actual suction efficiency at the brush head.
Bagged or bagless?
✅ Bagged More hygienic | Ideal for allergies | No contact with dust
✅ Bagless Economical (no bags) | Transparent container | Eco-friendly
Our best canister vacuums
🏆 Bagless: performance and innovation
The Dyson Cinetic Big Ball Multi Floor 2 revolutionizes bagless canisters with its Cinetic technology that eliminates filter cleaning. Its sphere-shaped base automatically rights itself if tipped over. Ideal for all floor types with consistent suction.
The Miele Boost CX1 PowerLine combines German expertise with cyclonic technology. Powerful and quiet, it delivers excellent performance on all floors. Miele's build quality ensures exceptional longevity.
The Rowenta Compact Power XXL RO4B25EA offers excellent efficiency-to-price ratio. Compact yet with large bin capacity (2.5L), it's perfect for homes up to 120m². Its contained noise level (79 dB) makes it a comfortable choice.
The Philips PowerPro Compact FC9333/09 is our choice for small spaces. Ultra-compact without sacrificing power, it stores easily and delivers excellent performance on hard floors.
⭐ Bagged: maximum hygiene
The AEG VX82-1-ECO stands out for its energy efficiency (A-rated) and low noise level. With bag, it guarantees perfect hygiene and suits sensitive individuals particularly well.
The Nilfisk One Pet Care is specially designed for pet owners. Turbo brush for pet hair, optimal filtration, and hygienic bag: it effectively captures hair and allergens. Our recommendation if you have dogs or cats.
💡 Our advice: For allergy sufferers, choose the AEG or Nilfisk with bag. For intensive use without maintenance hassle, the Dyson Cinetic is unbeatable. For the best value, the Rowenta Compact Power is an excellent choice.
Our Best Canister Vacuums
Freedom of movement has revolutionized cleaning. No more tangled cord, no more appliance to drag around: the perfect tool for quick cleaning.
Ideal for:
Apartments up to 80m²
Daily cleaning (5-10 min)
Elderly or people with reduced mobility
The 3 decisive criteria:
🔋 Runtime: minimum 40 min in normal mode
⏱️ Charging: ideally ≤ 3h
🗑️ Emptying: simple and practical mechanism
🔑 Key point: Test the weight and balance in-store. A 3kg cordless stick vacuum at arm's length quickly becomes tiring.
Our best cordless stick vacuums
🏆 Top performance: Dyson
→ The Dyson V15 Detect Absolute remains the undisputed reference. Laser technology reveals invisible dust, smart acoustic sensor, and up to 60 minutes runtime. Perfect for high demands and allergy sufferers with its HEPA filtration.
→ The Dyson V16 Piston Animal Submarine goes even further with its submersible brush for washing hard floors. Ideal if you have pets and want to vacuum + wash in one pass.
⭐ Excellent value for money
→ The Miele Duoflex HX1 combines Miele reliability with modular system practicality. Removable battery, excellent on all floor types, and ergonomic design. Our favorite for those wanting German quality without the Dyson price tag.
💰 Budget-friendly
→ The AEG Clean 6000 AP61CB21SH offers an excellent compromise. Decent runtime (up to 55 min), LED brush, and attractive price. Perfect for standard apartments.
💡 Our advice: For intensive daily use, choose Dyson or Miele. For standard apartment use, AEG offers the best value. The Miele Duoflex with removable battery is perfect if you have multiple floors.
Our Best Cordless Stick Vacuums
🤖 Robot vacuum: the intelligent assistant
It doesn't replace deep cleaning, but it handles daily maintenance while you go about your business.
Ideal for:
Mostly hard floors (tile, hardwood)
Active people
Relatively clear spaces
🔑 Winning combination: Robot 5 days/week + canister/stick vacuum on weekends for deep cleaning.
Our best robot vacuums
🏆 Premium with mopping
The Dreame X40 Ultra Complete is currently our reference for those who want the best. All-in-one station with auto-emptying, mop washing, and hot air drying. Ultra-precise laser mapping and intelligent obstacle detection.
The Ecovacs Deebot X8 Pro Omni offers excellent value in the premium range. Powerful suction (18,000 Pa), effective mopping function, and complete station. Ideal for large spaces.
⭐ Customer favorites
The iRobot Roomba Combo range combines iRobot's recognized expertise with mopping function:
Roomba Combo 105 + AutoEmpty Base
: The smart choice with auto-emptying for up to 60 days
Roomba Combo Plus 505 + AutoWash Base
: Premium version with automatic mop washing
💡 Our advice: For large homes (100m²+), choose models with AutoEmpty station. For intensive use on hard floors, "mopping" versions like the Dreame X40 are a real plus.
Our Best Robot Vacuums
🛠️ Wet and dry vacuum: the versatile one
The Swiss Army knife of cleaning, often unknown to the general public but essential as soon as you go beyond standard domestic use. Unlike traditional vacuums, it sucks up absolutely everything: water, rubble, cold ashes, wood chips, sawdust, small construction debris...
Ideal for:
Garage, workshop, basement
Owners with fireplace or wood stove
DIY enthusiasts and gardeners
Deep car cleaning
After renovation work
Decisive advantages:
💪 Extreme durability: Stainless steel or reinforced plastic tank that handles everything
💧 Liquid suction: Spilled water? No problem
🔥 Cold ashes: Ideal for fireplaces and stoves (caution: cooled ashes only)
📦 Large capacity: 15 to 30-liter tanks for long work without emptying
Some models include a blower function, very practical for gathering dead leaves or blowing dust in inaccessible places.
Our recommendation
The Nilfisk Buddy II 18 is our choice for those seeking a reliable and versatile wet and dry vacuum. With its 18-liter stainless steel tank, it offers ideal capacity for regular use without being too bulky. Compact and robust, it effectively vacuums water, dust, and small debris. Its excellent value makes it essential for garage, workshop, or after work.
💡 Our advice: If you do DIY regularly or have a fireplace, it's an investment that pays off quickly. Choose a model with synchronized socket if you want to connect it to your power tools (sander, saw...).
The 5 essential criteria to avoid mistakes
Beyond the type of vacuum, certain criteria make all the difference between a successful purchase and disappointment.
Actual suction efficiency is far more important than displayed wattage. A 2000W motor guarantees nothing if the brush design is poor. Check our vacuum buying and advice guide to understand the technical criteria that truly matter for your floor type.
Noise level quickly becomes annoying when you use it several times a week. Aim for a model under 78 dB to preserve your comfort and that of those around you. This is particularly important if you have young children or clean early in the morning.
Weight and maneuverability make all the difference in daily use. Imagine yourself carrying it upstairs, reaching under furniture, storing it in a closet. That's why we invite you to test our models in our stores: you can evaluate the actual weight, handling, and ergonomics before making your decision.
Bag type directly impacts hygiene and budget. Bagged models are more hygienic and essential for allergy sufferers. Bagless models save on consumables long-term but require regular bin cleaning.
Total cost far exceeds the purchase price. An economical vacuum can quickly become expensive if bags and filters are costly or hard to find. Check consumable prices before buying and calculate total cost over several years of use.
Brands that make a difference
Safe choices: Miele (premium, 10-15 years), Dyson (stick innovation), iRobot (robot reference)
Excellent alternatives: Dreame (premium robots), Ecovacs (value), AEG (reliable sticks), Essentiel-B (budget-smart)
HiFi Luxembourg Recommendations by Profile
With over 50 years of experience, here are our recommendations based on your situation:
🏆 The perfectionist
→ Premium canister + Robot
→ Why: Maximum cleanliness on all floor types
💼 The pragmatist
→ Mid-range stick vacuum
→ Why: Excellent compromise for most needs
🔌 The tech enthusiast
→ Premium robot + Stick vacuum
→ Why: Modern and automated setup
💰 Budget-conscious
→ Reliable entry-level canister
→ Why: Safe choice and proven efficiency
🛠️ The DIYer
→ Wet & dry multifunctional
→ Why: Total versatility for all uses
Going further in your choice
Want to explore certain aspects further? We've prepared specialized guides to accompany you. Our detailed vacuum cleaner comparison presents our complete selection with advice for making the right choice and precise recommendations based on your home type and budget. If you're hesitating about robots, check out our 2025 robot vacuum guide which breaks down all the criteria: battery life, mapping, automatic emptying stations, and navigation technologies.
Need help choosing? HiFi Luxembourg stores are here
Because choosing the right vacuum deserves personalized support, we invite you to visit our stores where you can test certain models in real conditions and compare their weight, maneuverability, and noise level. Our specialists are also available for personalized advice in-store. With 50 years of experience serving Luxembourg households, we know the specific needs of each home type perfectly. Also take advantage of sales and Black Friday to benefit from the best offers on our recognized models.
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Updated on October 6, 2025