Top 5 water filter vacuum cleaners for home use

The representative of the Hydro Power series of the Hoover brand refers to budget models with an aquafilter. In fact, this is a bagless vacuum cleaner, in which water filtration technology is combined with a monocyclone system, so the suction power does not decrease as the dust container is full (here it is designed for 3.5 liters).

The aquafilter in the Hoover HYP 1610 is complemented by a 6-level cleaning system, where the main element is a washable HEPA filter, which is responsible for the effective fight against allergens.

The vacuum cleaner "out of the box" appears to be a very versatile assistant. The traditional set of a combined floor brush, dust and crevice nozzle is complemented by a trinity of specialized accessories. We are talking about a parquet nozzle designed to prevent damage to delicate floors when cleaning them, upholstery care accessories for upholstery and a mini turbo brush. By the way, the presence of the latter distinguishes the Hoover HYP 1610 from the related model HYP 1600.

The 5.8 kg vacuum cleaner is equipped with rubberized wheels for transportation, and a reliable handle for carrying. The range from a single outlet reaches 8 meters acceptable for most use cases, plus the cord automatically rewinds. Most of the storage nozzles are placed on a telescopic tube, and the suction power can be controlled by a rotary control on the body.

The only downside noted by some users is that the 1600 watt model lacks suction power on long pile carpets. Here you will have to spend more time cleaning from wool and dust.

For its price, the Hoover HYP 1610 is a device that deserves special attention. It can be recommended for purchase in housing with parquet and / or a minimum amount of carpets.

The vacuum cleaner of the German manufacturer Bosch, released in 2019, belongs to the category of detergents. It is equipped with two water tanks: for clean and dirty water (the role of the latter is performed by an aquafilter), as well as a pair of spray nozzles of different sizes. Through them, moisture is supplied to the treated surface, and then absorbed along with contaminants.

The Bosch BWD 41740 also comes with a cleaning agent for washing carpets and upholstery, as well as a defoamer.

To collect dust, crumbs, pet hair, in addition to the actual aquafilter, designed for 2.5 liters, a traditional disposable bag is also proposed. It can be used for express cleaning, because after its completion it is not necessary to remove debris and empty the dust box. And paired with an aquafilter, the effect of air freshening is provided and the possibility of collecting liquid is realized.

Regardless of the dust collector used, the outlet is washable HEPA 10, which retains fine dust and pollen.

The set of working nozzles Bosch BWD 41740 is very variable. The classic 2-position floor brush is notable for the presence of an object catcher: accidentally tightened parts of the designer and / or rings rolled under the sofa should get here. The branded accessory with a rotating roller Turbo brush is designed to increase the efficiency of removing dust from carpets. Also, the user is "in service" with the usual dust and crevice nozzles, an accessory for upholstered furniture. A special storage compartment in the case will help to avoid the mess with these accessories.

Among other features, it is worth highlighting a 6-meter power cord with automatic winding, telescopic extension tubes, and good manoeuvrability. The 1700-watt vacuum cleaner works in only one mode, since there is no power regulator here. The disadvantages also include a lot of weight, which, together with accessories, exceeds 10 kg.

Otherwise, Bosch BWD 41740 is an interesting washing vacuum cleaner that can compete with models from other reputable Germans, including Thomas and Karcher.

The vacuum cleaner of the German manufacturer Thomas is intended for three types of cleaning: traditional dry, wet and collecting liquids. The high efficiency of each function is provided by a 1600-watt motor (suction power at the level of 320 W) and the design of the model, thought out to the smallest detail.

For dry cleaning, the Thomas Sky XT Aqua Box comes with a combined brush and crevice nozzle. With the latter, it is easy to collect dust in the area of \u200b\u200bthe baseboards, between tile joints and in other remote places. Collecting water and cleaning the floor from stains and stubborn dirt will be made easier by the water spray nozzle for carpets with an adapter for hard floors.

The model uses the patented AQUA-BOX filtration system with Wet-Jet dust suppression technology. Pour 1 liter of water into a plastic container before starting work. Subsequently, in a container containing up to 2.6 liters, the contaminants are mixed with the liquid, settling at the bottom. And the air passes through the washable HEPA 13, providing a high degree of cleaning. The Thomas Sky XT Aqua Box is claimed to retain 100% pollen and 99.9% dust.

Removable tank for wet cleaning is fixed on the back of the case. It is designed for 1.8 liters of water, mixed with detergent if necessary.

The pleasant features of the aquabox include the ability to clean the dust container without contact with dirt: the contents simply pour out, and it is enough to rinse the container with clean water. There are rubberized control buttons on the case, and the power button is combined with a 4-level TouchTronic power control. The body of the vacuum cleaner is shockproof, its total weight is moderate 8.2 kg. For storage, it can be "parked" both horizontally and vertically. The 6-meter power cord is equipped with an automatic winder.

By today's standards, the minus model is a “stripped down” equipment, dust or a nozzle for upholstered furniture would not hurt. But the missing accessories are easy to find on sale, both branded and compatible from third-party manufacturers. In general, Thomas Sky XT Aqua Box has already become one of the "old-timers" of the washing vacuum cleaner market and even now it is not much inferior to the new products. It is worth paying attention to if you need a device of the middle price segment without various “bells and whistles” and an abundance of attachments in the kit.

The vacuum cleaner, which replenished the Thomas range in 2019, is notable not only for its stylish design with blue and gray accents on a white background. The main feature of the model is the presence of two dust collection systems at once.

The Thomas DryBOX AquaBOX Parkett is equipped with both the DryBOX proprietary cyclone dust collector and the AquaBOX water filtration system. The first simplifies the dry cleaning procedure, without requiring cleaning after each use. Plus, the cyclone has a waste separation system: in addition to the main compartment for large contaminants, there are additional pockets on the sides of the plastic container where small flying dust particles, including allergens, are collected.

Aquafilter combines effective cleaning with air washing, better copes with the removal of unpleasant odors from the room, and also serves to collect liquid. It holds 2.6 liters, which should be enough even for general house cleaning.

More effective air purification is provided by the HEPA 13 filter, which can be washed under water.

The motor power of the Thomas DryBOX AquaBOX Parkett reaches 1700 W, which can be considered a balanced indicator between high performance and economy. The TouchTronic adjustment on the body will allow you to set one of four suction power modes.

With a moderate size and weight (6.9 kg), the vacuum cleaner attracts with a large radius of action (11 meters), for which he received an 8-meter power cord. There is also a telescopic tube and Easy Drive 360° swivel casters that can drive on carpets and small thresholds.

A vacuum cleaner is considered the best choice for caring for delicate surfaces, including parquet and laminate. For them, a parquet nozzle is included. In addition to it, there is a combined brush, an accessory for caring for upholstered furniture, a crevice nozzle with a removable dust adapter (brush with bristles).

The disadvantages of the device include a rather high price, as for a solution without wet cleaning. For example, a washing Wave XT Aqua Box of comparable characteristics will cost even slightly less. But if you need a model that is equipped with both an aquafilter and a cyclone, then Thomas DryBOX AquaBOX Parkett has very few analogues and they cost comparable.

Among household vacuum cleaners with an aquafilter, the model of the specialized company Karcher is the least powerful. Inside the device is a 650-watt energy-saving motor that contributes to low electricity consumption.

The manufacturer claims that Karcher DS 6 Premium sucks no worse than analogues with a 1400 W motor. And user reviews confirm that the vacuum cleaner effectively copes with its main function.

The model is equipped with a water filter with a capacity of 2 liters. This dust container with liquid inside is the first step in air purification. In addition, it has a washable intermediate filter and HEPA 13. This 3-level system helps to retain 99.95% of the smallest dust particles, which is extremely important for young children, asthmatics and people with allergies.

If you plan to clean liquids that can cause increased foaming (for example, containing cleaning agents), then it is recommended to add a defoamer to the tank (comes with a vacuum cleaner).

In addition to the basic set of working accessories: a floor brush, a crevice nozzle and an accessory for upholstered furniture, Karcher DS 6 Premium is equipped with a turbo brush. Recommended for picking up pet hair or cleaning heavy pile carpets. If a turbo brush is not required, then you should pay attention to the more affordable related model DS 6 : but it is equipped with a HEPA filter one class lower (12 vs. 13).

In spacious apartments and houses, a good range of the vacuum cleaner from one outlet, exceeding 11 meters (7.5 m power cord + 2.1 m hose and telescopic extension tube), is useful. To prevent the complete nozzles from being lost, a special compartment is provided on the body.

The disadvantages of Karcher DS 6 Premium include the lack of a power regulator and a high price tag (for a model with dry cleaning only). But the additional payment for economical energy consumption and the reliability and durability characteristic of the manufacturer is fully justified.