Upright Vacuum Brands and Links

More help on choosing a vacuum cleaner

Besides the vacuum review sources in the Our Sources section, we found these resources helpful:

ConsumerReports.org offers a vacuum cleaner buyer's guide that is available without a subscription.

Ebay also offers a vacuum cleaners buying guide.

About.com's guide to housekeeping also offers tips for buying an upright vacuum cleaner. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)

Good Housekeeping offers advice on how to choose a vacuum cleaner and how to get the most out of the one you have.

WikiHow.com has a detailed guide with photographs on how to change vacuum cleaner bags, replace belts and clean filters.

HousekeepingChannel.com offers some practical advice from a respiratory therapist on vacuuming and allergies.

Vacuum brands

Manufacturers' websites provide detailed information and specifications on the various models available:

Bissell

Dirt Devil

Dyson

Electrolux

Eureka

Hoover

Kenmore

Kirby

Miele

Oreck

Riccar

Sebo