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AIRBELT E3 Premium
Ultra-durable, 10-year warranty, but expensive with short cord.

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so, i had the [dyson v12 absolute](https://oklookup.com/review/dyson-v12-absolute-vacuum/) for a while and honestly, it was a game changer for my carpets. super lightweight and the suction is really good, like it picks up everything without me having to go over spots again. it’s got this cool hair detangling feature too, which is great if you have pets. but, the battery life can be a bit annoying, like if you’re doing a whole house clean, you might need to recharge halfway through. still, for ease of use, i’d say it’s hard to beat. the others are good too, but the v12 just feels right for daily quick cleans.
I think the best option for you would be [this](https://www.amazon.com/Detect-Absolute-Cordless-Handheld-Cleaner/dp/B0B76XZZDT?crid=2I2RB5SI8ENJE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.3__wKnwE2l6J7uroCRCNkA4AKMse_9Jd7IinLJycmDafAf_XI8dc6FXstGKdpxwTsFjms1eaV8JLzbV6F1VFScSHcTZ4J_UhqvSDSmoIflxx6VAu8vK4TjsfmCOTagBuy1Yls593kN1EvFN1v5j3V3ysRKhQNb4medQ_9fAP2ppGrhWKCza-cAzYjU_QhWSnx2O3QG9tQYLLsQuJQjazg3uBdHXwaMztX8JNHFu6YW4.DvPiZID56tHYlDi_hjfo1JJ59fv1NVzaJ8cdkE53mx8&dib_tag=se&keywords=Dyson+V12+Detect+Slim&qid=1770627917&sprefix=%2Caps%2C437&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll2&tag=grok43-20&linkId=324d38c2009b3d85a7827da3b03acb95&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) from dyson. I think overall it is a very good option to go for. I think it will work pretty good for you. I would highly recommend it.The laser will make your cleaning sessions more effective because you'll *see* what you're picking up. Just be prepared to empty the bin after each session.
You’re so welcome! Now my sister is blissfully ignorant of the magic that can happen when we learn how to take these things apart and de-gunk them, but that Stratos has some ridiculous build choices that trap utter filth in the hardest-to-reach crevices, so it took me a couple of days to make a difference—and remind her she could actually replace the foam and felt filters, instead of me cleaning them with a soak in a few drops of Dawn Platinum. My sister has lousy instincts vis a vis appliances, and buys whatever’s on sale. I’ve watched her go through three vacuums in as many years. I am trying to convince her buying quality would last and clean better—but she doesn’t prioritize cleaning products. I have the Miele animal bagless (Is it the C1 or CX…I’m not near it right now to verify). I’ve had it for 6+ years, clean it regularly, and it’s a champ. The thing about odors that remain in vacuum cleaners is because unchecked, there’s plenty of places something unpleasant can stick on the way to the inside. If there’s a repair/retailer near you, make that stop one and scoop up a deal if the diagnosis isn’t promising. Godspeed! I do keep a stick in my kitchen for quick kitchen disasters and last-minute sweeps before leaving or expecting guests. It’s the v12 Animal I bought in early 2020, and regularly maintained, it has never let me down.
I have had the v12 Animal as my quick tool for wood and tile since early 2020, and it’s never let me down.
Same. I have a v12 Animal I bought early 2020, and it’s a great secondary/quick cleanup machine!
I have one slim v11? 13? Maybe, idk. Apparently there is a bad capacitor on the board tha I can cheaply replace but in the meantime I picked up a v15 from Amazon refurbished. $300 and it works great just a little heavy. At some point I’ll pull apart the smaller one and repair it. I really like these machines even though the battery life does decline. I got 3 years out of the little one and we are not easy on it. It would’ve filled nearly daily with two boys and two dogs.
You can get older dyson vacuums like the v6 or v12 animal for relatively cheap and simply replace the battery for a really solid and easy to use vacuum. Pro tip: swap out the battery for an adapter so you can use it with milwaukee or dewalt batteries so it lasts hours instead of minutes.
uprights are really more for carpets. a mostly hardwood apartment you could just go with a cordless stick vacuum I'd think, with a pet tool, that you can hang on a wall (no need for a large machine taking up limited space). I keep my old dyson around for quick/convenient cleanups... take off wall, vacuum 15 mins, put back on wall, never bend over! youd probably just need the hard floor "fluffy" tool and the (pet) hair screw tool... i'd go with the v12 if I had to replace today... lightest model, no-trigger, sub $400. If you buy a bagless machines you gotta empty it outside and clean/wash the filters outside (course the dyson thats not too bad since its very light). I switched from upright to canister and never looking back for some reasons that may apply to you: upright was heavier IN HAND... yeah the canister weighs a ton but I just kick it around... my floor supports the weight vs. my hand (and back) my old upright has been a pain to vacuum high places and stairs, using the pipe/wand I was always tilting over the upright. many uprights can't shut off the roller ever (even when using attachments), that could damage your hardwood floors (and wear out the roller)... because again uprights are mostly made for majority-carpet places no doubt a canister can be "difficult" to maneuver, in that you have to kick it around.. but the actual canister-head is easier to get under things / maneuver around furniture than an upright (IME).

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AIRBELT E3 Premium
Ultra-durable, 10-year warranty, but expensive with short cord.

Numatic International
Henry Canister Series
Budget king, super durable, but heavy and poor on carpets.

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AIRBELT D4 Premium
Durable, powerful, long cord, but heavy and pricey.

SEBO
FELIX Premium
Durable, powerful, good for allergies, but heavy with awkward attachments.

Miele
Classic C1 Cat & Dog PowerLine
Durable, powerful, quiet, but very expensive, short cord.

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Dyson - V15 Detect Series