The Miele Blizzard CX1 Turbo Team is a bagless vacuum cleaner from the German household appliance manufacturer. The company has a well-established reputation for high-quality, reliable products, although that often makes them more expensive than similar alternatives. However, the vacuums are built to last and even come with a seven-year warranty.

If you've encountered a Miele vacuum cleaner before, the CX1 Turbo Team will look familiar. However, this is one of a range of bagless cleaners with a two-liter dust container. The unit does require mains power, but there is a button on the front that'll automatically rewind the cord for you.

This model also comes with Miele's Silence System built-in for quieter cleaning. The ergonomic handle makes moving the vacuum between rooms a breeze, and the two wheels allow the vacuum moves with you during operation. The CX1 Turn Team comes with a Parquet Twister Floorhead, Turbo Brush Floorhead, upholstery nozzle, and a crevice nozzle.

The Shark IZ163H Rocket Pet Pro is one of the best Dyson alternatives available today, manufactured by the US-based SharkNinja. This model is one of the most powerful in the range and comes with accessories designed to aid those with pets at home.

However, you don't need to have a pet to find use in this vacuum. The IZ163H is a cordless model, and the battery lasts for up to 40 minutes, while the MultiFlex, Crevice, and Pet attachments help you clean up hairs, dirt, and dust. The vacuum can also be folded for storage.

You can use the Rocket Pet Pro either as an upright vacuum or as a compact handheld unit. When using the upright setup, the MultiFlex tool allows you to maneuver around and under objects and furniture. The handheld option gives you more flexibility on where you clean, so it's well-suited for surfaces and hard to reach areas.

The Bissell Zing Canister 2156A is one of the most affordable bagless vacuum cleaners available today. The cylinder cleaner is designed to be pulled behind you as you move about the house. The unit weighs just under 8lbs, and the two large wheels mean you shouldn't encounter any resistance while cleaning.

The compact design is easy to store but doesn't compromise on dust capacity. In fact, the Zing Canister 2156A has one of the largest dust collectors, capable of storing up to two liters of debris, hair, and dust. The 15-foot cord gives you enough freedom to cover a large room without issue.

Unlike the other choices here, this model doesn't specifically cater to pets. However, that doesn't mean you shouldn't buy it if you have pets at home, but it may be slightly less efficient at catching all hairs and dirt left behind. The Bissell Zing Canister 2156A comes with a multi-surface floor tool, crevice attachment, and dusting brush.

In some parts of the world, the Hoover brand is synonymous with vacuuming. The name has even become a genericized trademark, used interchangeably with vacuum cleaner. The company produced its first cleaner in 1908 and has been one of the market leaders ever since. The MAXLife Pro Pet Swivel is an upright bagless cylinder vacuum that stores 1.5 liters of dust and debris.

As this is a traditional upright model, it does require mains power. The cord can be wrapped around the vacuum cleaner's handle for storage. This handle doubles as a removable vacuum nozzle for the MAXLife Pro Pet Swivel's crevice, dusting, and pet upholstery attachments. While the cleaner weighs 17lbs, the mass is well-distributed and easy to maneuver.

Like the other models in this guide, the cleaner has two filters; one inside the vacuum and one on the exhaust to prevent dust spraying back into the room. Additionally, although this model is designed to clean up after your pet, it works on other dirt, dust, debris, and hair.

While there are plenty of traditional vacuum cleaners to chose from, there's also a growing range of robotic vacuum cleaners that can automatically clean the house without your input. One of the best robotic vacuum cleaners is the Roborock S6 MaxV.

In addition to taking on this time-consuming chore, the S6 MaxV also has mop functionality, Alexa and Google Home integration, and zoning features.

To navigate your home without bumping into furniture or falling down steps, the S6 MaxV creates a digital map of your home using LiDAR (Laser Distancing and Ranging). In addition to this map, the unit uses dual-front cameras for AI-based object detection. To power all of this activity, the cleaner comes with a 5,200mAh rechargeable battery.

When the S6 MaxV has completed its cleaning task or low on power, it'll return to its base station to recharge. The vacuum cleaner can also be controlled and programmed via the dedicated smartphone app. This allows you to create schedules, set cleaning zones, and adjust the digital maps as required.

If you're interested in this vacuum cleaner, you can find out more in our review of the Roborock S6 MaxV.