Clean air: TOP-5 vacuum cleaners with a high HEPA 13 filtration class

The Polish household vacuum cleaner with a bagged dust collector Zelmer Adas ZVC 323PB from the 2020 collection is presented in the affordable segment of home appliances for dry cleaning in the house. The model does not stand out among analogues with special functions, but it has side panels with an embossed pattern, a built-in fine filter and good equipment with nozzles. In a classic case made of red glossy plastic, there is an 800 W electric motor and a 3 liter garbage bag. Infinitely adjustable suction power is realized by a slide switch mounted on the housing. There is also a dust bag full indicator, power buttons and automatic power cord rewinder, as well as an exhaust grill, under which there is a HEPA 13 class filter.

The model is equipped with a 2-position floor / carpet brush, a 2-in-1 universal dust / crevice nozzle, a parquet brush, a turbo brush and a special nozzle for upholstered furniture. With a wide selection of brushes, you can achieve better results in cleaning different surfaces, spending less time cleaning. Telescopic metal tube allows you to conveniently adjust to the height of the user. The small drawbacks of the vacuum cleaner are plastic wheels without rubber tyres and not the longest network cable (5 m), which will not allow you to roam in a large room. The device is manufactured at the company's own factory in Rzeszow (Poland).

The compact Karcher VC 3 Premium vacuum cleaner from the household series of the leading German manufacturer of professional cleaning and cleaning systems is a premium class model in the middle price category. The vacuum cleaner is designed for effective floor cleaning, carpet cleaning and litter removal from hard-to-reach places. Despite the dominant white body color, the yellow and black elements of the device give out the corporate color inherent in all Karcher products. Competent layout of the nodes made the vacuum cleaner with dimensions of 39x27x33 cm and a weight of 4.4 kg easy to carry, and large side wheels provide good manoeuvrability in a limited space. The instrument uses an economical 700W motor that is fully compliant with the ERP energy saving directive of the European Union.

The multi-cyclone technology of the 0.9L dust container guarantees a constant suction power that does not decrease when the container is full. Transparent plastic allows you to visually monitor the degree of filling of the dust container and clean it in time. The main advantage of the device is a reliable 3-level filtration system (a washable hygienic HEPA 13 filter is built into the rim), which removes up to 99.95% of dust particles from the air. This model has 2 options of a complete set of nozzles. Version 1.198-131.0 includes a combined floor/carpet brush and a universal upholstery nozzle. And version 1.198-135.0 additionally includes a parquet brush. The 5 m power cable, suction hose (1.5 m) and telescopic extension tube give the vacuum cleaner a short reach of 7.5 m, limiting comfortable operation in large areas. A bonus to the device is a 5-year manufacturer's warranty.

The Philips PowerPro Active FC 9552 household vacuum cleaner with the PowerCyclone 7 cyclonic system is equipped with a powerful 900 W electric motor that is capable of generating strong traction at a speed of 50,000 rpm. The electronic power management function on the body of the device allows you to smoothly adjust the suction power for any cleaning task. The manufacturer gives a 5-year warranty on the motor, provided that the product is registered on the website within 3 months from the date of purchase. The aerodynamic design of the 1.5L dust collector with a unique blade shape reduces air resistance and maintains a constant thrust force during operation. The container is simply cleaned of debris and dust with one hand using a hinged lid that opens when you press the release button.

A high level of air purification is provided by the Allergy H13 HEPA 13 standard hygienic filtration system. It removes up to 99.9% of all dust, wool and allergenic particles from the air, improving the indoor climate. The vacuum cleaner comes with 5 attachments for all occasions. A special feature of the model is the proprietary TriActive + nozzle with a special sole design, a double-sided brush and internal channels, thanks to which dust is removed in one pass from any surface, including the floor along walls and furniture. In addition, the device is equipped with a metal telescopic tube with an ActiveLock quick connection system, a furniture nozzle, a parquet brush, and there is a built-in soft brush in the handle of the device. The compact design, ergonomic shape and 2 carrying handles (top and front) make it easy to store and move the vacuum cleaner, while the contoured bumper and rubber wheels avoid scratches on furniture and floors.

It is no coincidence that the Sencor SVC 9050 BL high-performance vacuum cleaner with a bag and a fine filter bears the 4AAAA ECO Power marking on board, which reveals its 4-fold belonging to the A-class for energy efficiency, dust emission, and cleaning efficiency of carpets and hard surfaces. Cyclone vacuum cleaners, for example, Sencor SVC 1086 TQ, also belong to the same 4AAAA ECO Power product line. The model received an elegant design of a streamlined aerodynamic body made of black matte plastic. Under the “hood” cover there is a reliable and very quiet (69 dB) 800 W Extreme Silence electric motor, for which the manufacturer gives a 6-year warranty, and a 4-liter synthetic bag for hygienic dust collection, supplemented by an LED filling indicator. To protect the engine from overheating, it was equipped with a safety thermostat. The three-stage air purification system includes a multi-layer inlet microfilter, a deodorizing carbon filter, and an anti-allergic Clean Air HEPA 13 exhaust filter.

Two ways to directly adjust the power make it possible to easily control the suction power, both directly from the body of the device and the remote control on the handle. The model has a rich arsenal of nozzles, providing a comprehensive cleaning of the room. The Complete Care set includes a combination floor brush with retractable wheels, a mini turbo brush, a full size turbo brush, a parquet nozzle, a dust nozzle and 2 crevice nozzles (short and long flexible). The soft-coated steering wheels ensure a smooth ride and do not scratch the floor, while the vacuum cleaner can be parked in a vertical or horizontal position during pauses in operation. An extraordinarily long 11m power cable and extended telescopic tube cover a wide 14m radius without switching from one outlet to another.

The Bosch BGL 6PET1 household waste cleaner Serie 6 series vacuum cleaner from the ProAnimal line is positioned as a model for pet owners. The device stands out for its bright design with red and black matte plastic and a reliable and durable 700-watt motor with an extended 10-year warranty. High-performance Power Protect dust collection technology maintains powerful traction even with a half-full 4L bag, and a mechanical full indicator will indicate when it needs to be cleaned. In addition to the removable AirFresh dust collector with carbon impregnation to eliminate odors and the inlet motor filter, the HEPA 13 class washable exhaust filter ensures hygienic cleaning. The vacuum cleaner does not have large side wheels and moves around the room on 4 movable rollers, capturing a decent service area within a radius of 12 m. the telescopic tube serves as a good extension in work, which makes it possible to quickly adapt to the user's height.

On the top cover of the case there is a large power button with a ring LED indicator, which is duplicated on the handle, and power control is carried out only from the electronic panel on the handle of the device, which serves as a remote control. With the "+" and "-" buttons, you can adjust the required traction force, and the "Turbo" button activates the maximum power mode. The appliance is equipped with a standard 2-position floor/carpet brush, a parquet brush, a crevice nozzle and a furniture nozzle built into the handle. And the main feature of the model was the AirTurbo Plus electric turbobrush, which effortlessly copes not only with cleaning indoor flooring, but also with high-quality cleaning of carpets from thick pet hair. With an internal design similar to a downsized cyclone, this wonder nozzle has an additional self-cleaning feature that makes it easier to clean rooms.