In recent memory, bagless vacuum cleaners have become much more prevalent in the media today, to the point that it sometimes seems like they are running bagged vacuum cleaners into extinction. Don’t worry, this is not true, as both types are here to stay, with their own advantages and disadvantages.

When first looking, bagless cleaners seem superior in almost every way. They seem like they require little to no maintenance without sacrificing in performance. Replacing bags time and time again is a bit of an annoyance, which is the benefit of a bagless vacuum, but they also have their downsides.

One downside to bagless cleaners is that there still is normal maintenance required with them. Rather than sucking debris into a vacuum bag, debris is launched into a compartment that stores it until it becomes full, similar to a bag. This compartment must be emptied regularly for the vacuum to keep working properly. In essence, there is the same amount of maintenance required, sans the bag expense incurred regularly.

Another gripe with bagless vacuums is that they do not clean as well as a bagged cleaner. Since the debris is not sucked straight into a separate bag, it can occasionally linger back out the vacuum onto your beloved carpet or floor. This means that, while you may be vacuuming to make your carpet spotless clean, the vacuum is in fact leaving it slightly dirty. It is plain and simple that bagged vacuums do a better cleaning job than bagless cleaners.

If you care more about a solid, cleaned room, go for a bagged vacuum cleaner. If you would rather save a little time and have newer technology, go with a bagless vacuum cleaner. It is simple as that.