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Comparing stick vacuums and upright (corded) vacuum cleaners.

Introduction

  • Josh from Vacuums R Us in Colorado compares stick vacuums and upright (corded) vacuum cleaners.
  • He plans to demonstrate their performance on carpet and discuss their usability in daily life.

 

Demonstration on Carpet

  1. Kapok Fiber Test (Simulating Pet Hair):

    • Both Dyson’s V11 Torque Drive (stick vacuum) and Riccar’s R40 (upright vacuum) performed similarly on surface-level cleaning.
    • Minimal performance difference between the two on this material.

  2. Rice Test (Demonstrating Agitation)

    • Riccar’s R40 showed significantly more agitation, lifting debris from deep within the carpet.
    • Dyson’s V11 lacked the same deep cleaning capability, mainly focusing on surface cleaning.

  3. Sand Test (Deep Cleaning on Carpet)

    • The R40 was effective in picking up sand, while the V11 left sand behind, only managing to clean the surface.
    • This raises concerns about stick vacuums’ ability to fully clean carpets, potentially leaving damaging particles like sand embedded in the carpet.

Demonstration on Hard Surfaces

  • Both vacuums performed similarly on hard floors (LVT) with no noticeable difference in cleaning ability.

Conclusion

  • Stick vacuums, like the Dyson V11, are useful for quick, light cleaning but cannot replace traditional upright vacuums for deep carpet cleaning.
  • Upright vacuums, such as the Riccar R40, are better for comprehensive home cleaning, particularly for homes with wall-to-wall carpeting.
  • While stick vacuums are convenient, they may be more tiring to use over extended periods compared to traditional uprights.
  • In summary, stick vacuums should complement, not replace, traditional upright vacuums in most homes.