The Top Vacuums That Are Easy To Clean


Almost everyone in the United States uses a vacuum to suction dirt and debris from a variety of surfaces into a dirt canister or bag for easy household cleaning. However, vacuums frequently become clogged or overheat when they become dirty, and you are probably wondering if there are models that are easy to clean.

Several factors determine whether a vacuums is easy to clean, including vacuum type, filter type and the number of components requiring disassembly; bagless vacuums and those with 4 or less parts that require cleaning are considered easy to clean. Cleaning a vacuum requires disassembling the different components, including brushes, bristles, hose, filter, vacuum impeller, and fan.

This article will take you through how hard or easy it is to clean a vacuum and list the 7 easiest-to-clean vacuums available.

Are vacuums hard to clean?

Vacuums can be challenging to clean as some have numerous components that must be taken apart and contain difficult-to-reach areas where mold can grow. Or they can become blocked, causing the vacuum to overheat or malfunction.

On the other hand, compact, lightweight, easy-to-assemble vacuums are simpler and easier to clean.

There are a few elements that affect how easy (or challenging) cleaning a vacuum is, including:

  • Vacuum type: There are different types of vacuum cleaners out there, including canister, deep cleaner, upright, handheld, cordless stick vacuum, pet vacuum, and robotic vacuum. When it comes to the hardest to clean deep cleaner, or ‘carpet cleaners’ are the hardest to clean because they are heavy and bulky, and they have many parts to disassemble and clean.
  • Number of components: The more components a vacuum has the more difficult it is to clean. Each component takes more time to disassemble, clean, dry and reassemble.
  • Vacuum size: Robotic vacuums are usually smaller in size, and are typically easy to clean. There are a some small handheld and upright vacuums that are easier to clean.
  • Filter type: Disposable filters makes cleaning a vacuum easier as all you have to do is replace them. (However, reusable filters are cheaper and more-environmentally friendly)
  • Dishwasher safe: Some vacuums actually come with dishwasher safe components. If the vacuum parts are dishwasher safe it helps to save time, making it easier to clean.

Irrespective of the vacuum, cleaning always requires disassembly and cleaning of each part, including brushes, bristles, brush roll, hose, filter, vacuum impeller, and the fan.

In general, most vacuums require at least the following steps for cleaning:

  1. Disassemble the vacuum cleaner and remove it from the power source
  2. Start with removing the hair, pet, and fur debris from the brushes and brush roll.
  3. Access and clean the filters, remove and clean each one (or replace any disposable ones)
  4. Once you have finished cleaning each vacuum part, allow them to dry completely before reassembly.

Top 7 Vacuums that are easy to clean

1. Shark AZ2002 Vertex Powered Lift-Away Upright Vacuum

The Shark AZ2002 vertex is an upright vacuum that is easy to clean. This vacuum is at the top of this list because it has very few parts to disassemble (each one is easy to clean) and filters that only require rinsing.

This upright vacuum uses a large dust cup that is easily emptied by pressing a readily accessible release button and holding it over the trash. It comes with a lint screen in the top of the dust cup, which is equally easy to clean and does not need to be cleaned/emptied each time you empty the vacuum.

The pre-motor filters just need to be rinsed and air-dried regularly (no soap or scrubbing needed), and the HEPA filter only needs to be cleaned once a year.

The best part of this vacuum, though, is the self-cleaning brush roll – any hair that gets tangled and wrapped around it will be removed by the vacuum itself and sent to the dust cup. While the soft roller only needs rinsing when you think it has become too dirty – no soap, rubbing, or scrubbing needed.

In terms of vacuuming, it has a detachable pod for motorized cleaning below furniture, and you can also separate the nozzle to clean above the floor, on furniture, stairs, and other surfaces.

It also comes with a pet crevice tool to remove pet hair from difficult-to-reach places like corners and in between couch cushions. The HEPA filter captures 99.9% of allergens and dust as small as 0.3 microns inside the dust cup, guaranteeing that your home is always clean. Especially if you have pets.

And that’s it – it turns out one of the most powerful vacuums available is also the easiest to clean.

Pros:

  • Lightweight.
  • Easy to disassemble.
  • Washable filter.

Cons:

  • Some reviewers claim it is heavy.

2. iRobot Roomba

iRobot Roomba is also a vacuum that is easy to clean. It makes it to the second position of easy to clean vacuums because it is small and has relatively few parts to disassemble, meaning it will take very little time to clean.

This robot cleaner has a dirt bin that needs to be emptied after each use or when it is full, making it easy to clean during cleaning times. Regular emptying of the bin means that the filters won’t get dirty easily because all the hair and dust are disposed of as required.

The 3-Stage cleaning mechanism of the iRobot Roomba removes dirt, dust, and debris from hard floors and carpets while an Edge-Sweeping brush cleans up corners and edges. This robot can move under, around, and along edges, thanks to a comprehensive system of cutting-edge sensors, and cliff detection prevents it from falling down steps.

The Roomba 694 robot vacuum also uses dual multi-surface brushes, which flex to adapt to various floor types, as opposed to a single bristle brush. The cleaning of the brushes is simple and straightforward.

With individualized cleaning recommendations supported by the exceptional intelligence of iRobot OS, the Roomba 694 relieves you of the responsibility of vacuuming. Thanks to its app and Alexa speech compatibility, it also picks up on your routines and behaviors. Simply instruct the Roomba 694 robot to vacuum using the iRobot Home App or your voice assistant, and you’re done. ​

Pros:

  • App compatible(iRobot home app).
  • Works with Alexa for voice controls.
  • Easy to use and disassemble.
  • Automatically recharges.
  • You can set cleaning schedules.

3. BISSELL 2998 MultiClean Allergen Lift-Off Pet Vacuum

Another easy to clean lift-off pet vacuum for allergens is the BISSELL 2998 MultiClean vacuum. It is simple to clean because there are a few pieces that are also simple to remove and assemble and are dishwasher safe.

All that is needed to clean this vacuum is to empty the dirt tank, clean the inner cyclone separator, and clean and replace the filters.

It has a one-touch, simple method for emptying. When it’s time to empty the tank, pet hair and dirt are spooled into the tank, keeping them out of your filters and off of your hands.

A detachable lift-off Pod is included with the vacuum for easy and portable cleaning. It also includes a dirt tank that is easy to empty by a simple button click over the trash bin.

The availability of a brush roll devoid of tangles also actively discourages hair from wrapping around it, making it easy to clean the brush roll. The HEPA-sealed allergen system captures up to 99.97% of dust and allergens.

This vacuum cleaner also includes a filter that is easy to clean. It can be cleaned with just water and a little detergent. The next step is to rinse, squeeze out any extra water, let everything dry, and then reassemble.

Pros:

  • Easy to use, disassemble and assemble.
  • Tangle-free brush roll.
  • Lightweight.
  • One touch easy empty.

Cons:

  • Some reviewers complain about the hardness of finding replacement filters.

4. ShillCat Handheld Vacuum Cleaner

The ShillCat handheld vacuum cleaner is also an easy to clean because of its small size, few parts to disassemble, and dishwasher safe. It also features a wide 500 ml large capacity opening dust tank that can fit a person’s hand for cleaning. It is simple to empty and only needs water to stay clean.

The extremely powerful UV light with great penetrating strength can efficiently destroy over 99 percent of allergens from fabric surfaces throughout the home, including mattresses, carpets, pillows, rugs, futons, blankets, and furniture.

Dust, pollen, and dirt lodged deep within the mattress are released by the mattress cleaner machine 15,000 times each minute. Pet hair and dander are readily vacuumed up by the mattress vacuum cleaner thanks to its 12000pa strong suctions.

Pros:

  • Easy to disassemble, clean, and use.
  • Small and portable.
  • Has washable HEPA filters.

5. Eureka Flash stick vacuum cleaner.

The Eureka Flash stick vacuum cleaner is an easy to clean vacuum as it is lightweight, easy to disassemble, and easy to empty.

With fingertip brush roll controls and a motorized floor nozzle, this vacuum has a multi-floor cleaning capability that makes switching between carpet and hard floors simple. It is simple to use since it quickly transforms into a portable hand vacuum for above-floor cleaning convenience, reaching confined areas, stairways, and even automobile interiors.

To use the cleaner, the user is to utilize the motorized floor nozzle to glide back and forth on area to be cleaned. The gathered dust and grime are then placed in the dust cup, which can be removed by simply depressing the release button on the dust cup’s bottom. The dust cup is simple to empty, which speeds up cleaning, and it’s also simple to put together.

With LED illumination, it also has innovative swivel steering, which offers good control, and makes it simple to maneuver around obstacles and reach into small places. This helps discover dust or debris that could otherwise be overlooked behind cabinets and furniture.

Pros:

  • Easy to assemble.
  • Features LED lights.
  • Good for any floor type.
  • Lightweight.
  • Easy to the empty dust cup.

Cons:

  • Not dishwasher safe.

6. Hoover FloorMate Deluxe

The Hoover FloorMate Deluxe is a hard floor cleaner vacuum that is easy to clean because it is easy to assemble and dishwasher safe.

This vacuum separates clean and dirty water, so you never spill dirty water back on the floor, and it also has options. Dry mode stops brushes from suctioning up surplus water and speeds up drying compared to wash mode, which employs brushes to clean while sucking up excess water. The fact that it separates dirty water from clean water makes it easy to clean the water tanks.

The water tanks are simple to remove because all you have to do is push the release button all the way down and pull the tank out.

Remove the nozzle by turning it, then wash it off with running water. Clean the squeegee of any debris by wiping it with a moist cloth.

This incredible vacuum cleaner’s clean boost control fingertip control distributes additional detergent to stains and high-traffic areas, leaving your floors spotless.

Pros:

  • Easy to use, assemble and disassemble.
  • Tanks are dishwasher safe.

Cons;

  • Can not be used on carpeted floors

7. Neato D8 Intelligent Robot Vacuum Cleaner

The Neato D8 Intelligent is a robotic vacuum cleaner that is easy to clean. What makes it easy to clean is its small size, easy to disassemble, and only a few parts to disassemble and clean; the sensor, dust pan, brushes, and wheels. It only requires a clean damp cloth to wipe it open.

On a single charge, the Neato D8 has a runtime of 100 minutes and a coverage area of 750 square feet. The Neato’s D-shape design allows it to reach dirt where round robots can’t, making it even better than conventional robotic vacuums. These places consist of corners and the sides of walls. Its LaserSmart LIDAR technology, which is the same technology used in self-driving cars, allows for this. It can be controlled through the MyNeato app.

It precisely maps and navigates a house, leaving your carpets with straight, pleasant vacuum lines and your floors clear of filth, dust, and debris. It works on any surface, whether it be hardwood, carpet, or tile.

Pros:

  • App controlled-(MyNeato app).
  • Bluetooth enabled.
  • Compatible with Alexa or Google smart assistant for voice controls.

FAQ

What is the easiest vacuum to empty?

The easiest vacuums to empty have dirt tanks that are bagless, easily accessible and easy to remove and empty. A good example is the shark Duoclean vacuum cleaner.

What is the easiest vacuum to push?

The easiest to push vacuums for cleaning are upright vacuum cleaners. They are lightweight, maneuverable, and have a self-propelled feature, making them much easier than other types of vacuums to push or pull around.

While cordless alternatives are just light, making them simpler to push while cleaning, self-propelled models have a motor that does the pushing for you.

Russell Singleton

Russell holds a Bachelor of Science (Environmental and Marine Geoscience) with Class I Honors. He is currently completing his doctorate in science and is passionate about all earth processes, especially isotope geochemistry and paleohydrology.

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