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Different Brands of Vacuum Cleaners

Some people purchase vacuum cleaners based solely on the brand. After all, there are some great vacuum cleaner manufacturers out there.

Bissell, Dirt Devil, Dyson, Eureka, Hoover, and Kenmore are very popular brands. Also, you have Electrolux and Kirby vacuums that have been around for over 80 years.

Let’s take a quick look at each brand.

Bissell Vacuums

The Bissell brand of vacuums makes a variety of models. Included are:

Bissell vacuums can be purchased from $40 to over $250 depending upon the model. You can find the Bissell brand in stores like Target, Wal-Mart, and K-mart. This brand appears to be heavily focused on upright vacuums and not so much on canisters.

Read our reviews of the most popular Bissell vacuum cleaners

Dirt Devil Vacuums

Dirt Devil makes various vacuum models such as:

Dirt Devil vacuums range in price from $40 to about $250. This brand is focused on making cleaning easy and convenient. Like Bissell vacuums, you can find Dirt Devil vacuums everywhere including places like Wal-Mart. Also, Dirt Devil only offers a few canister models.

Read our reviews of the most popular Dirt Devil vacuum cleaners

Dyson Vacuums

The three primary Dyson vacuum models are:

The Dyson brand is big on innovation and technology. Dyson is also focused on design. Unlike Dirt Devil or Bissell brand vacuums, the price for a Dyson vacuum starts out at about $300 and generally stops in the neighborhood of $600. This brand’s main model is the upright, however it has added both a canister model and hand vacuum. Dyson vacuums can be found in retail stores such as Sears and Target.

Read our reviews of the most popular Dyson vacuum cleaners

Eureka Vacuums

Eureka provides the following models:

  • Upright vacuums
  • Hand and stick vacuums
  • Canister models
  • Deep cleaners
  • Central vacuums

Eureka has more of a general and broad focus when it comes to vacuums. This brand of vacuum typically ranges from $50 to $260. Wal-Mart, Lowe’s, and Bed Bath & Beyond generally carry Eureka vacuums.

Read our reviews of the most popular Eureka vacuum cleaners

Hoover Vacuums

Hoover vacuums have a variety of models:

  • Hand and stick vacuums
  • Upright vacuums
  • Deep cleaners
  • Bare-floor cleaners
  • Central vacuums
  • Canister vacuums
  • Outdoor sweeper

Hoover has been in the vacuum cleaner business since about 1907. It’s focus is on producing vacuums that clean deep. The price range for Hoover vacuums range from as little as $50 to about $300.

Read our reviews of the most popular Hoover vacuum cleaners

Electrolux Vacuums

Electrolux vacuums consist of a variety of models:

Electrolux vacuums have been on the market for over 80 years. Their focus is on quality and performance. They are also popular for pet hair clean up. You can find an Electrolux vacuum for between $120 and $500.

Read our reviews of the most popular Electrolux vacuum cleaners

Kirby Vacuums

Kirby essentially has only one model:

Kirby focuses on just one model of vacuum cleaner at a time. Currently, it is offering the Sentria vacuum (Home Care system). Price can vary depending upon whether you purchase a refurbished or a new Kirby vacuum. Refurbished vacuums can start as low as $350, while new Kirby vacuums might require an investment of between $1,200 and $2,000.

Kirby vacuums are considered by some to be the premier vacuum. The Kirby Company’s focus is on continuously improving the vacuum until it is perfect. One of its units even boasts the redesign assistance of NASA.

Read our reviews of the most popular Kirby vacuum cleaners

Miele Vacuums

Miele primarily makes 3 types of vacuums:

  • Canister vacuums
  • Stick vacuums
  • Upright vacuums

The price range for a Miele vacuum is between $290 and $1,000. This type of vacuum focuses on deep cleaning and pet hair cleaning. It also boasts of having varying filtration systems.

Read our reviews of the most popular Miele vacuum cleaners

Kenmore Vacuums

Kenmore offers vacuum models such as:

  • Canister vacuums
  • Hard-surface cleaners
  • Carpet shampooers

Kenmore is an established manufacturer when it comes to appliances as well as vacuums. Canister models are their focus. You can purchase a Kenmore vacuum for between $50 to $600. Sears and K-mart typically carry the Kenmore brand of vacuums.

 

Read the other parts of this Vacuum Cleaners Buyers Guide here:

  1. Introduction to buying a vacuum
  2. Types of vacuum Cleaner
  3. Brands of Vacuum Cleaner
  4. Vacuum Buyers Most Asked Questions
  5. Features to consider
  6. Demystifying Vacuum Cleaner Jargon, Warranties & Final Summary