Without dirt and streaks: TOP 5 vacuum cleaners for cleaning windows

The Spanish brand Cecotec is popular among buyers for its good value for money, and the cordless window cleaner is no exception to the rule. It belongs to the low-cost segment, but is a convenient and reliable assistant that will greatly facilitate the cleaning of windows and other surfaces. The process takes place in three stages: first spray the detergent on the glass, then wipe it with microfiber and remove the residue with a vacuum cleaner. To do this, in addition to the wiper itself, the package includes a capacious spray bottle with a 300 ml tank and a microfiber nozzle. It will help get rid of stubborn dirt and stains - if suddenly they are left after the vacuum cleaner.

The used solution reservoir holds a maximum of 100 ml, is located at the bottom of the handle and is easy to clean. Also, the model is notable for its low weight - only 480 g. As a result, the device is practically not felt in the hand. However, this affected the dimensions of the scraper - its width is 20 cm. On the one hand, it is more maneuverable and allows you to clean hard-to-reach places, on the other hand, the smaller the width of the scraper, the smaller the working area and, accordingly, longer cleaning.

The Cecotec window cleaner can work anywhere as it is cordless and powered by a built-in 1.5 Ah battery. One charge is enough for 30 minutes or cleaning 75 square meters of surface. In general, this will be enough for washing windows in a not too large apartment, but for general cleaning in a house, one charge is unlikely to be enough. Therefore, owners of houses with a lot of windows and mirrors should look for a model with a more capacious battery and a long battery life. It takes about 2.5 hours to fully charge the device, the charger is included in the package.

The Thomas glass cleaner is an inexpensive cordless device that comes with everything you need to clean glass and various mirror surfaces. In addition to the vacuum cleaner itself, you get a small spray bottle and a microfiber cloth. But if usually the sprayer acts as a separate nozzle to which a rag is attached, then everything is separate here. In the case of the Thomas WindowJet 2 in 1, the cloth is much larger in size, but at the same time it is necessary to wipe the windows manually, although it is more convenient to do this with a nozzle. In addition, the vacuum cleaner has a fairly wide nozzle (28 cm) with a rubber scraper, which increases the working area. If you need better maneuverability, the manufacturer also offers the Thomas WindowJet 2 in 1 Plus model with the same characteristics, but with an additional 17 cm scraper included.

The built-in battery with a capacity of 2 Ah is responsible for the autonomy of the device. One charge is enough for 45 minutes of continuous operation. In general, this is a good indicator for such devices - during this time you can wash windows in an apartment with several rooms. According to the manufacturer, the cleaning area from one charge is 110 square meters. The windscreen wiper takes 3 hours to fully restore energy.

In general, this is not too heavy (750 g) device that collects moisture well, does not leave streaks, is as simple and convenient as possible to use. There are no modes and complex settings here - only one power button and an operation indicator. Also, the vacuum cleaner can be praised for its low noise level (60 dB). This is especially important for the comfort of households - for example, if the family has small children who can be awakened by noisy household appliances. The body of the washer consists of several parts that are detached from each other. Perhaps the only drawback of the design is the non-removable tank for the collected liquid - pouring water out of it and washing the tank itself is quite problematic.

The vacuum cleaner for windows of the well-known German manufacturer of household appliances Bosch is equipped with everything necessary for high-quality and efficient cleaning of glasses and more: such devices will also help you clean mirrors, tiles in the bathroom and in the kitchen, and other smooth surfaces in the house. But the model is more convenient for working with a large area, since the width of the scraper is 27 cm. In comparison, it will not be difficult to clean the glass from the outside of the car, but inside this process will be more difficult due to limited space and hard-to-reach places.

The package includes everything you need to remove dirt and streaks: a spray for cleaning solution with a nozzle on which a microfiber cloth is put on, and a vacuum cleaner with a flexible rubber scraper for easy glide and removal of all remaining liquid. A big plus for the manufacturer for the fact that in its assortment there are several versions of the model with different configurations. The Bosch GlassVAC is slightly more expensive, but also offers a narrow suction nozzle and hand strap, while the cheaper Bosch GlassVAC Solo lacks a spray bottle and microfiber cloth. Otherwise, all three models are identical.

A 2 Ah battery is installed inside, one charge of which is enough for 30 minutes of battery life. Bosch claims that this is enough to wash about 35 windows, although this is relative: it all depends on the size of the windows, the degree of soiling and the level of your perfectionism. In general, 30 minutes is not so much, so for a multi-storey building, large loggias and verandas, it is better to choose a vacuum cleaner with a more capacious battery. You can, of course, take breaks to recharge the device, but this will take several hours. The wiper is charged via a Micro-USB connector, but keep in mind that only the cable itself is included in the package, without a charging adapter. Fortunately, many households have various gadgets ( smartphones, tablets, etc.) whose adapters are suitable for charging the vacuum cleaner, but it would still be better if the charger were included in the package.

It is also worth noting that the device is quite convenient to use: it is not heavy (700 g), does not take up much space, is equipped with an ergonomic handle and is stable in an upright position. The indicator on the case indicates that the battery needs to be recharged. There are only complaints about the tank for the collected liquid, designed for a maximum of 100 ml: it is not removable, so you will have to empty it by turning the entire body, and this is quite problematic.

The Electrolux window vacuum cleaner can be safely called a universal model. Of course, all such devices are capable of cleaning not only glass, but also other surfaces, but in this case, the manufacturer did not stint on equipment so that cleaning is more efficient and of high quality. First, you get a small spray bottle and a nozzle with a Velcro microfiber cloth. The sprayer is designed to spray water or diluted detergent, and a rag will help grind the product and, if necessary, remove the remaining stains. But this is hardly surprising. The “second” looks more interesting - two nozzles for a vacuum cleaner at once. In fact, these are the same nozzles, the difference lies only in the width - 17 and 29 cm. Thus, you can choose the right nozzle depending on the working area. For example, a 29 cm nozzle is suitable for large panoramic windows and a shower cabin, and a 17 cm nozzle is suitable for tiles in hard-to-reach places in the bathroom or kitchen.

Both nozzles are equipped with a rubber scraper and rubber "blades" that should clean the surface more thoroughly and not leave behind stains and dirty streaks. However, some smudges and detergent residue may still remain on the edges of the windows and in the corners. But such places are the "Achilles' heel" of almost any windscreen wiper, so you should not write this down as a shortcoming of the model. By the way, rubber scrapers can be removed if necessary - so it is more convenient to clean them after cleaning. In addition, a nice bonus is the presence of glass cleaner probe in the delivery set.

Another advantage of the vacuum cleaner is good autonomy - one charge of the built-in battery is enough for 60 minutes of continuous operation. This is a pretty good indicator: the device will not be discharged in the middle of a general cleaning and will allow you to wash all the windows, even if there are a lot of them in the house. It takes a little over 2 hours to fully charge the battery, and the charger is also included in the package. And the fact that the battery needs recharging will be indicated by an indicator on the case.

Electrolux has made sure that working with the device is as comfortable as possible. This is one of the company's quietest windscreen wipers - the noise level is 60 dB. This does not mean at all that it works silently, but still the rest of the family will not be disturbed during cleaning. The anti-drip system makes it possible to clean the glass at any angle, vertically or horizontally. At the same time, the device does not leak and diligently collects the remaining liquid. However, he does it better in an upright position. The tank for the used solution is also convenient: it is removable, easy to clean under the tap and even allows washing in the dishwasher.

Karcher is deservedly considered a professional in the field of cleaning technology, so even such a simple device as a window vacuum cleaner corresponds to high quality. The model is not cheap, but stands out against the background of low-cost competitors with good equipment, high performance and thoughtful details that make use and maintenance easier and more convenient. Unlike its predecessors, Karcher WV 6 Plus received an improved flexible scraper made using Liquid Silicon technology: it carefully collects liquid from the surface even after a single pass and allows you to clean hard-to-reach places like glass edges and joints. What's more, the elastic can be easily detached from the suction nozzle, making it much easier to clean.

The windscreen wiper weighs 760 g, but long-term use will not cause discomfort. The package includes everything that is necessary for work: the vacuum cleaner itself, a spray gun with a microfiber nozzle and a concentrate for washing windows (more precisely, a 20 ml sampler). The model is equipped with a 150 ml used solution tank. In addition to being quite roomy, the tank is also easy to clean - without hand contact with liquid and dirt.

The vacuum cleaner works wirelessly with a built-in battery, and autonomy is one of its strengths. One charge is enough for 100 minutes of continuous cleaning: according to the manufacturer, this is approximately 300 square meters or 100 large windows. In any case, the windscreen wiper will be a good choice for owners of both large houses with panoramic windows and ordinary apartments - it does not have to be charged after each use. Another plus of the model is the presence of a display on the case, which displays the remaining time until discharge. Fully charging the device takes about 3 hours.

But most importantly, users have no complaints about the quality of cleaning. The compact assistant does its job well, does not leave wet marks and streaks on the glass and allows you to wash not only windows, but also any smooth surfaces: mirrors, tiles, showers, etc.