Powerful vacuum cleaners can be surprisingly hard to come by, especially over the long term. Opting for a budget one can often mean that stubborn little crumbs will get left behind, and in some cases, your vacuum might even spit some out once you’re done. If this has ever been your experience, you know that powerful suction and reliability are the most important qualities in a vacuum cleaner, and right now, you can get both of those things for far cheaper than you’d think.
Right now, the Vax Mach Air Upright Vacuum Cleaner is available for just £69 at Amazon, down from £89.99. This corded upright features multi-cyclonic technology, which ensures high-velocity suction without any power loss over time. Many reviews note that it’s so powerful it can occasionally be hard to push around, so bear that in mind while weighing up your options.
The easily emptyable tank holds a large 1.5L capacity, and the whole thing weighs less than 5kg. It also comes with two tools for whipping through the dusting and getting into tricky crevices.
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It’s been doing a great job for tonnes of Amazon customers, with 4.3 out of 5 stars averaged across 10,415 ratings. 63% of those awarded the full five stars. “I recently purchased the Vax Air Max vacuum cleaner and I have been extremely impressed with its performance,” raved one review. “The suction power on this vacuum is incredible, it easily picks up dirt, debris, and pet hair from both carpet and hard floors. The long reach of the hose and attachments make it easy to clean hard-to-reach areas such as corners and under furniture.”
“It’s hands down the best vacuum I’ve ever used,” said another happy customer. “Excellent value for money. Everyone I clean for always asks me what hoover I’m using as their carpets look so great, they say how much more effective my hoover is compared to their (far more expensive) hoovers.”
Another added: “The suction on it is incredible – even my Shark was never that powerful. It’s been strange going back to a corded vacuum, and not having a swivelling head took a minute to get used to, but that’s all. The difference on my floors and rugs is amazing.”
Despite weighing just 5kg, some customers have found it too hefty for their needs. “The vacuum has great suction for carpets, and the cable is long, but it’s very heavy and not for wooden flooring,” said one three-star review.
If you’re keen to spend a little more, gaining mobility, cleaning options, and anti-wrap tech in the process, check out the Shark Anti-Hair-Wrap Corded Stick Pet Vacuum for £162 direct from Shark. For maximum manoeuvrability and easy pet hair removal, check out the Dyson Ball™ Animal for £279.99.