Best vacuum for people with allergies/asthma?

Question

I am allergic to house dust,I have cats and need one that picks up cat hair and pet dander very well, I can't afford one of those Real expensive ones but maybe 200 would be the most i could do.Do you also know if vacuums with filters are better or ones with bags?Thank you

Answer 1

Consumers Reports did a comparison of vacuums a couple of years ago and found that the worst vacuums are the ones with the cyclones that spin air around, and that the best vacuums are generally upright models that have tight seals, and a HEPA filter in addition to a disposable bag. Cannister vacuums generally did not pick up as much dirt as even the cheapest upright vacuums, but cannisters with HEPA filters kept dirt contained in the vacuum as well as uprights.

So look for an upright vacuum with HEPA filtration of 0.2 to 0.3 microns, use high quality bags with the same filter size, and change the bags when they are about 1/2 full or sooner.

Here's one model that meets your price and has good specs. There's probably ones that are just as good fro a lower price if you do a little searching.

Answer 2

DYSON!!!! It sucks up much more than most vacuums. I have allergies and also use a roomba. It's the round robot vacuum that is self directed (no work on your part!). I run that every other day to pick up dust, etc., then run the regular vacuum about 2 times per week. If I didn't have the roomba I'd be going crazy with vacuuming constantly!