Clean Hard-to-Reach Spaces

The Shark Navigator vacuum has a compact profile. Because it is small and lightweight, you should have an easy time maneuvering it. But for those extra hard-to-reach places, the canister can be detached, helping you to get into those tight spots.

Select the Brush Roll You Need

One of the best things about this model of vacuum cleaner is that it includes multiple settings are different flooring materials. When you are cleaning your carpet, you can select the standard brush. When you are cleaning your hardwood floor, you can choose the gentle brush.

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As an overall choice for hardwood floors as well as all of your other vacuuming needs throughout the house, it is hard to beat the Shark Navigator. It is lightweight, versatile, and easy to use while being both gentle and powerful.

Surprising Sleek and Lighweight

Upright vacuum cleaners tend to be on the cumbersome side. While the Kenmore 31140 is indeed not the lightest or thinnest vacuum around, it is not too unwieldy. 19 pounds isn’t that much heavier than some canister models.

Excellent for those with Allergy

Incidentally, this vacuum could also be listed among the best vacuums for dealing with allergies. The triple HEPA filter ensures that you can get the most dust, dander and pollen possible out of your home. The model is even certified by the AAFA.

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While this is not necessarily the top vacuum cleaner which I would recommend for hardwood floors, it is among the best options if you are intent on an upright model to use on your flooring. Just be prepared to make the necessary adjustments to protect your floor when you use it.

Great Ease of Use

With its bagless system, this vacuum relies on a dirt holder. When it fills up, you need to empty it. Thankfully, this is super easy. You also need to clean it out now and again. This likewise takes little effort.

Lightweight and Powerful

While marginally heavier than the Kenmore 31140, this upright vacuum cleaner is still quite light. This makes it easy to maneuver. Its suction power is excellent, which means it does a great job even on hardwood.

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For a bagless upright vacuum which works great on all types of floors and makes it easy to see what you are doing in tight spaces and under furniture, the Eureka NEU202 is worth thinking about.

Powerful and Efficient

You know how some vacuums spit back out a percentage of what they take in? The multi-cyclonic suction system in this vacuum cleaner prevents that. It also has a unique brush design which helps to reduce the number of passes you need to get a surface clean.

Great for Reaching Anywhere

Whether you need to dust the corners of your ceiling or you are trying to get under furnishings on your hardwood floor, the Bissell Cleanview Upright Bagless Vacuum Cleaner makes it a breeze. The hose is 6 feet long, the power cord measures 25 feet long, and there are a variety of extensions to augment your vacuum.

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If you want to keep costs low but enjoy the use of an efficient vacuum cleaner for a variety of floor types, the Bissell Cleanview may fit the bill.

Ideal for Hardwood

A lot of vacuum cleaners can be adapted for use on hardwood floors, but for most, it is an afterthought. That is not the case with the Miele Complete C3 Marin Canister Vacuum Cleaner. This vacuum cleaner includes a brush designed especially for cleaning hardwood without scratching it.

Additionally, the wheels are well-designed and roll smoothly across your floor. Other vacuum wheels may scratch. Your purchase also includes a parquet which can twist 180 degrees. It helps you clean corners and leaves your hardwood looking polished.

Amazingly Maneuverable

Both the powerbrush and the parquet twister offer excellent maneuverability, making this vacuum cleaner refreshingly easy to use.

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Being as there are so many specific features which make this vacuum cleaner ideal for hardwood floors, it would be my top overall recommendation if not for the high price. If you can afford this vacuum cleaner easily in your budget, you should strongly consider it.

Excellent for Hardwood Floors

Like the Miele Complete C3 Marin Canister Vacuum Cleaner above, this vacuum cleaner has been designed with features which are specific to cleaning hardwood. These include a parquet twister to leave your floor looking polished as well as a brush, suction setting, and wheels which are appropriate for that type of flooring.

Great for Allergies

If you suffer from allergies, and they are aggravated when you empty out your current vacuum cleaner, you will love the hygienic emptying system which this vacuum is equipped with. This innovative system prevents dust from billowing out into the air as you are emptying the vacuum.

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If you are interested in the Miele Blizzard CX1 Turbo Team Bagless Canister Vacuum, but it is out of your price range, consider this less expensive model as an alternative. It includes many of the same features and benefits.

Amazingly Lightweight

At a mere 9.9 pounds, this is one of the most lightweight vacuum cleaners on the market. You also have the option of converting it into a hand vacuum which weighs only 4.6 pounds.

Ease of Use for Hardwood Floors

With the push of a button, you can change the mode the vacuum is running in from carpet to hardwood. With the hardwood mode activated, the brush stops working, and the vacuum relies on a soft velour roller instead. This prevents your floors from being scratched and also helps to polish them while you are cleaning.

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Consider the SharkNinja Rocket DuoClean HV382 if you are in search of a lightweight vacuum cleaner which does an excellent job on hardwood floors. It is a good option if you merely want vacuuming to be more pleasant all around. But it is also well worth thinking about if you have back, neck, or shoulder problems which are exacerbated by heavier vacuum cleaners.

Another Amazingly Lightweight Options

If you thought the SharkNinja Rocket DuoClean HV382 sounded lightweight, you will be even more impressed by the VonHaus 2 in 1 Corded Lightweight Stick Vacuum Cleaner. This vacuum weighs only 5.6 pounds, making it easy and comfortable to maneuver.

Optimized for Hardwood

This is not only one of the lightest weight vacuum cleaners available, and it is also one of the best options for hardwood. It actually seems that it was manufactured with hardwood primarily in mind. It consistently does better on hardwood than on carpet. It cleans efficiently and does not scratch or scuff hardwood or tile.

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This vacuum cleaner may be a good choice if you do not need to clean a lot of rugs or carpets. So long as your floor is primarily hardwood or tile, this vacuum should be both effective and comfortable to use.

Automatic Switching Mode

This vacuum cleaner has a feature which allows it to detect what type of flooring it is being used on. It automatically adjusts its settings. That way, it can do an efficient job on both carpeting and hardwood without damaging hard surfaces.

A Good Value

With the push of a button, you can change the mode the vacuum is running in from carpet to hardwood. With the hardwood mode activated, the brush stops working, and the vacuum relies on a soft velour roller instead. This prevents your floors from being scratched and also helps to polish them while you are cleaning.

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For those in search of an affordable, ultra-light vacuum cleaner without a cord, this model is worth considering. Just keep in mind that it is ideally suited to smaller cleaning tasks. If you have a large house to vacuum, you may want to look for a model which provides you with a longer battery charge. For a smaller house or apartment, however, it might be perfect.

Double Battery Life

The “Master” model of the Tineco A10 differs from the “Hero” model in a couple of key respects. One of those is battery life. The Hero model only can hold one battery at a time. The Master model is able to hold two. This gives you twice the battery life before you need to replace the batteries. So instead of having just 25 minutes to vacuum, you can vacuum for up to 50.

Clean Hardwood Carpet

The other difference between the “Hero” and “Master” models involves the ability to clean hardwood. While the Hero is less expensive than the Master, it does not include the hardwood brush. This model does, so it is ideal for all types of surfaces.

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The Tineco A10 Master Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner makes for a good purchase if you are looking for something which is low maintenance, lightweight, and easy-to-use. Because it allows you to clean for up to 50 minutes at a time before changing the batteries, it is a better choice for larger homes than the competing Dyson V6 Cord-Free Stick Vacuum Cleaner.

Cyclonic Filtration Improves Efficiency

This vacuum cleaner features cyclonic filtration. This helps to prevent dust from coming back out of the vacuum cleaner.

Low Cost Options

While this vacuum cleaner may not boast as many features and accessories as some competing models, it's much less expensive.

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If you are on a tight budget and are not concerned about high noise levels, the Dirt Devil SD20505 can provide you with the high performance you need and the essential features required for simple cleaning jobs.

Versatile for All Types of Flooring

With five different height adjustments as well as a button you can push to deactivate the beater brush, this vacuum is safe and effective to use on carpeting, tile, and hardwood.

Intelligent Cleaning Features

One cool feature of this vacuum cleaner is the Infrared Dirt Sensor. The sensor is able to monitor your cleaning as you go. If there is a spot which requires more cleaning, it will turn on an LED light to inform you. Once you have adequately cleaned that spot, the light will go off.

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This model is similar to the Kenmore 31140, but with some upgraded features. Either one is an excellent choice if you have allergies.

Make Vacuuming Effortless

You can pair up the iRobot Roomba 690 Robot Vacuum with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa for scheduling and control. When the robot runs out of battery power, it will automatically head for the docking station and begin recharging.

Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barrier

You can program the robot with an awareness of virtual “walls” anywhere you choose. This means you have perfect control over its cleaning path.

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If you are in the market for a robotic vacuum cleaner which can handle hardwood, this one is a worthy option.