Dyson Big Ball Multi Floor Canister Vacuum

Users report it cleans hardwood, tile, and carpets well. Two-thirds note strong performance on both bare floors and low-pile carpets.

The swivel steering and Ball design let it navigate around furniture and tight spaces easily. Some users find the canister design slightly less maneuverable than upright models.

This is a corded vacuum with no battery, so it has unlimited runtime. The power cord is long enough to clean large areas without frequent unplugging.

For pet hair, look for strong suction (roughly 20,000 Pa or more on a robot vacuum, 150 AW or more on a cordless), a tangle-resistant brush roll, a dedicated pet tool, and HEPA filtration, which by definition captures 99.97% of particles at 0.3 microns. Dyson, Shark and Bissell all make well-reviewed pet models. Use the Pet Hair Specialist filter on our comparison table to see which ones are in stock and what they cost right now.

Most manufacturers suggest replacing filters every 3 to 6 months, depending on how often you vacuum and whether you have pets. HEPA filters usually last 12 to 18 months if you clean them regularly. Washable foam filters on bagless models should be rinsed every 1 to 2 weeks and dried fully before going back in. Replacements typically run $15 to $50. A clogged filter chokes airflow, so suction drops noticeably well before the filter looks dirty.