Best Vacuum for Hardwood Floors

Hardwood floors look fantastic and can completely change the entire design of your home. The only problem is that they’re very tough to clean and considered by many to be ‘high maintenance.

Unlike carpets, it’s not very easy to ‘hide’ dirt and grime on hardwood floors. On top of that, getting them cleaned by a professional will cost you a fortune. Due to this, we thought it would be a good idea to try and find the best hardwood floor vacuum on the market right now.

A good hoover can make your life a lot easier and will ensure your hardwood floors stay clean and in tip-top condition. We wanted to find a product, which not only performed admirably but was also affordable and offered the best value for money.

In the end, we came up with a list of the 6 best vacuum cleaners. Some are quite expensive and others are quite affordable. Everyone has their own budget when it comes to a good hoover so we wanted to make sure there are plenty of choices for everyone.

Best Vacuum Cleaners for the Money

1. Dyson Ball Multi Floor – Upright

Anyone who is looking to buy a new hoover will have heard of Dyson before. They’re the more premium brand out there and make top-quality products. This multi-floor upright vacuum is certainly no exception.

The suction is absolutely incredible. In fact, we haven’t seen any other product within this price range that even comes close to this. It literally is that powerful.

The cleaner head is self-adjusting so you don’t need to worry about changing anything when you move across carpets and hard floor. The ball design of this hoover allows it to steer easily into places with little room. This, along with Dyson’s Radial Root Cyclone technology ensures that even microscopic dust is not left behind.

Make no mistake; this is a very hygienic cleaner. It has whole-machine HEPA filtration and is actually certified as asthma & allergy friendly. It’s very easy to use and quick to empty out. All you have to do is press a button, and the bag releases the dirt. This ensures good hygiene, as you will not have to touch any dirt.

The best thing about this vacuum is the fact that it can be used on pretty much any type of flooring. While it works amazingly well for hardwood floors, it’s also excellent for furniture, rugs, stairs, and so on. The maneuverability is extremely good. If you’re going to be spending so much money on a hoover, you might as well get one, which is perfect for all types of flooring.

There is one slight complaint we have though. It feels, perhaps a bit too lightweight. Almost flimsy, which is not what you would expect for such a premium product. However, if an issue does arise, you can always fall back on Dyson’s 5-year warranty.

This is most certainly not a cheap product. Considering how expensive it is, most people will not even consider this. However, it is simply the best hardwood floor vacuum and works extremely well on other surfaces as well.

You get the Dyson brand name and know that the quality of this product will be excellent. Due to this, we would highly recommend this Dyson Ball upright cleaner.

2. Miele Classic C1 Olympus – Canister

This is another expensive hoover, and perhaps, one that is not as well known as the Dyson above. However, Miele generally tends to focus on premium products and this Miele Classic C1 canister hoover is a top-quality product.

It’s lightweight and absolutely tiny but don’t let that fool you. Trust us when we say that this is one powerful vacuum. The suction is very strong and works brilliantly on low pile carpeting, hardwood, and tile floors.

The included attachments help to easily clean every corner and surface, whether that is delicate items or upholstery. The stainless Steel wand and the XXL handle are both very convenient and ergonomic. They’re perfect for cleaning those hard-to-reach places.

While this is a great hoover, there are a couple of negative points we should mention. Upon testing on a thick-carpeted surface, it was quite obvious that this hoover was not designed for it. It performed very poorly and doesn’t have a ‘beater bar’ that most other upright vacuums have. A ‘beater bar’ is the roller that is used when hovering over carpets.

If you’re planning on using a hoover for thick carpets, don’t even think about purchasing this. You will be severely disappointed. However, if you’re only planning on using it for hardwood, vinyl, and tile floors, this is an excellent option.

It’s certainly not cheap and some people might want a cleaner that works on all types of surfaces. However, this can easily match the Dyson above, as the best vacuum for hardwood floors.

3. BISSELL 1161 Hard Floor Deluxe – Canister

Onto our first ‘affordable’ product, this Bissell 1161 canister vacuum is very powerful and does an excellent job on hardwood floors. At the same time, it cleans delicately in order to protect your floor surfaces. It also has non-marking wheels, which is a must if you have laminated flooring.

Being a canister hoover, it is compact and very lightweight. The fingertip control lets you control the suction in order to safely clean delicate surfaces like drapes and upholstery. We haven’t really seen that in other products out there so this is definitely a plus point.

There is a hard floor attachment that performs superbly. Basically, in order to avoid any scratches, the soft bristles are gentle on hard floors but tough on messes. What this does is loosens up the dirt. Then, this is picked up by the powerful suction.

Overall, this is very easy to use and clean. Emptying the container is super easy and we didn’t notice any odors that are often released even from the more expensive products out there. Perhaps the only negative point is the short cord but this is shouldn’t affect your decision as it is a very minor point.

At its current price, the Bissell 1161 is a top quality hoover. In this price range, it is arguably the best vacuum for hardwood flooring. At the same time though, it’s also very good on carpet, which is something that we did not expect.

If you’re looking for the best vacuum in this price range, don’t hesitate and go for the Bissell 1161.

4. Hoover BH50010 Linx Cordless – Stick

Next up, we have the Hoover BH50010. It’s not overly expensive and is a cordless and bagless stick vacuum.

It uses an 18-volt Lithium Ion battery. Just bear in mind that the battery life isn’t great so if you’re thinking about buying this product, you might want to consider an additional battery. You can expect to get roughly 20-30 minutes with the brush on and this might actually be enough for most people. There is a battery life indicator so you know exactly how much time is left.

Like the Miele C1, this is not a great option for carpets. It’s not bad for low pile carpeting, but struggles to perform on a thick-carpeted surface. It’s also not great on the stairs. For starters, there is no stair handle and you must support from below. After using it for a while, we were getting used to it but this is definitely something to consider.

The one area where this vacuum does excel though is on hardwood floors.

As long as you follow the settings, there are no scratches left on the hardwood and it picks up dust and pet hair quite easily.

It’s also very easy to use and you switch between surface heights and types. Cleaning and emptying the dust cup is simple and hassle-free.

Overall, the Hoover BH50010 is a decent hoover and performs well on hardwood floors but might be a bit expensive. The suction isn’t powerful enough as it is a cordless stick vacuum so we would personally recommend some of the other options in this list.

Cheap High-Quality Vacuum Cleaners

1. Eureka 3670G Mighty Mite – Canister

As this Mighty Mite canister hoover is quite cheap, we weren’t expecting anything special. However, the quality of this vacuum totally blew us away.

It’s compact and lightweight and can be stored conveniently. It doesn’t look too bad either. You get some attachments, including a dusting brush, crevice tool, and upholstery nozzle. We tested them for a little while and they performed quite well.

It is very powerful and is brilliant on hardwood floors. At the same time, it’s not overly loud either, which is always a plus point.

The suction isn’t great so if you’re looking for something to clean your carpets and rugs, this is not great. However, if you have mostly bare floors, this is perfect and a bargain.

This vacuum is slightly different to the others. For starters, it uses a HEPA filer system. This can be good for some and bad for others. Basically, this system involves using bags, which will need to be replaced every few weeks. One triple filtration bag system is included with the hoover.

We feel that this bagged system leads to more efficient cleaning. You simply throw it out and no mess is created. Some people might like this. On the other hand, as you would expect, buying bags will increase the overall cost in the long run.

Still, with each bag lasting a good 4-5 months, and replacements costing less than $10, we feel it is more than worth it. This is definitely the best hoover for hardwood floors at this price and we’re still shocked as to how it is so cheap. It truly is a bargain.

2. BISSELL PowerEdge 81L2A Hard Floor – Upright

This BISSELL PowerEdge 81L2A is a good inexpensive option.

It’s lightweight and can easily maneuver around hard-to-reach areas. The suction is extremely powerful, which is very surprising at this price. While the V-shape front edge design may look odd to some but is very effective in pulling the hair and dirt inside it rather than around it.

It’s also important to note that this vacuum doesn’t have bristles that can scratch the floor. BISSELL instead, opted for a straight plastic strip that is very effective in pulling all hair and particles into the hoover. Cleaning is simple and emptying the hoover makes no mess whatsoever.

Like always, there are sacrifices, especially around the 50-dollar price point. However, in this case, it’s unimportant. Basically, this hoover is very loud, but that’s to be expected with a cheap product that has such a powerful suction. It’s a very small point but something to mention.

Apart from that, if you have hardwood flooring, this is the best vacuum at this price. It is highly recommended especially if you have lots of pets. In our opinion, it is very similar to the Eureka 3670G Mighty Mite but a little bit cheaper.

Conclusion

We hope this list has helped you find the best product for you, whatever your requirements.

Like everything, choosing the best option depends on a lot of different aspects. Your budget will obviously play a huge part. If you want the very best vacuum, you will struggle to find a better option than the Viomi Vacuum Cleaners.

The Miele C1 is excellent for hardwood floors but struggles to perform on thick-carpeted surfaces. When you’re spending a lot of money on a hoover, it might be best to get a more versatile one like the Dyson Ball but obviously; it depends on your requirements.

The Bissell 1161 is impressive, especially when it comes to hardwood floors. It can be picked up for a relatively cheap price, so is definitely one to look out for.

Likewise, the Eureka 3670G Mighty Mite is excellent and does very well in cleaning hardwood floors. In our opinion, it’s a bargain but the cost of buying bags might not appeal to some of you. If that is the case, you might want to consider the BISSELL PowerEdge 81L2A. It’s very cheap, and no bags are required. It’s also very good if you have hardwood floors and pets.

We wouldn’t really recommend going for the Hoover BH50010, considering its price tag. It’s a bit on the expensive side and not as good as the other options on this list.