One of the latest vacuum-cleaner variations to hit the market is the Dyson "cyclone vacuum." This machine doesn't use a traditional bag or filter system, but sends the air stream through one or more cylinders, along a spiral path at high-speeds instead. As the air whips around in a spiral, the dirt particles experience a powerful centrifugal force similar to the force found on a roller coaster. The particles are whipped outward, away from the air stream, and the dirt is extracted from the air without using any sort of filter. It just collects at the bottom of the cylinder.
Many experts and users of this latest generation of vacuums claim that it is a huge improvement over traditional machines because it is easy to empty and clean and it never clogs or loses suction. The consumer website www.epinions.com gave the Dyson DC14 Animal Bagless Upright an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 45 customer reviews. The majority of consumers on this site agree that the Dyson lives up to its claims. One possible drawback to this model, however, is the sticker price, which ranges from $400-600.
The Wind Tunnel
Another popular vacuum right now is the Hoover S3765-040 Wind Tunnel. Hoover claims that the patented “wind tunnel” technology of the S3765-040 provides more cleaning power than any other vacuum available. Reviewers on epinions.com gave this model an average of 4 out of 5 stars. Pros that consumers mention on this site include strong cleaning power and reasonable price, (between $200-300,) while cons include the cumbersome style of the machine and the fact that it needs to be cleaned often.
A good vacuum cleaner is an investment that can, and should, last for many years. The next time you’re in the market for a vacuum it pays to determine your needs and to do a little research before buying.