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Vacuums can be important for indoor air quality, and the best vacuums can help allergies and asthma. Those that come with HEPA (high efficiency particulate air) filters do the best job of eliminating irritants such as pollen, pet dander, dust-mite droppings, mold and mildew, along with irritating, carcinogenic smoke and soot particles.
Miele Canister Vaccum Cleaners
Product Highlights: IQ Air room purifiers are top-rated by several allergy relief and air quality sites because they more efficiently remove particles, odors and gases from the air. IQ Air units are more expensive but they are equipped with a HyperHEPA filter that is able to remove particles as small as 0.003 microns or 100 times smaller than basic air cleaners. IQ Air design makes it easy to maintain and install. There are portable models that can be moved around and accessories that help prolong the life of the main cleaning filters.
Size/Capacity: 4.8 qt bag capacity, 1200 watt motor, 29 to 33 ft reach
Price: $800-$1,200
Pros: Sealed canister for no dust leaks, recommended by allergy relief sites, top-rated HEPA filtration, durability, quality, ergonomic features, maneuverability, power, compact design, industry-leading environmentally-friendly manufacturing innovator, ideal employer
Cons: Cost
Riccar Brilliance
Product Highlights: Features tandem air system air HEPA bags and a five year warranty.
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Riccar Radiance
Product Highlights: Features the revolutionary Tandem Air System, creating the first vacuum to provide exceptional cleaning performance, sealed HEPA filtration, the convenience of powerful on-board tools and unsurpassed durability in one machine.
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Price: $900
Simplicity Synchrony
Product Highlights: Tandem air system gives powerful cleaning performance, durability, air filtration and ease of use.
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Pros: Tandem air system w/ dual cleaning motors. 5- and 7- Layer HEPA filtration including electrostatic and charcoal. DuraTech™ Plus System. 5 year warranty.
Cons: Heavy.
Simplicity Synergy
Product Highlights: This vacuum has tandem air system air HEPA bags and two motors that allow for air flow and suction.
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Pros: Durable construction. Powerful dual motor system. Excellent filtration system. Sealed Hepa filtration including charcoal. DuraTech™ Supreme System. 6 year warranty. Very good carpet cleaning ability. Long cord. Belt lasts for many years before replacement. Soft wheels for delicate flooring.
Cons: Heavy. Headlight does not throw out too much light compared to some.
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