Ideal for the busy homeowner, robot vacuum cleaners can be programmed to run on a schedule so you come home to a sparkling floor every day.

Who says robot vacuums can’t do heavy-duty cleaning? The Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 ProEU can, with a high-frequency sonic vibration mop that cleans thoroughly enough to remove even tough stains like coffee. Combined with powerful suction, this robot vacuum’s more than a match for the most stubborn debris and dirt.

You can decide which rooms you want the robot to clean in order, so it can clean the dirtiest areas last and avoid tracking bacteria from, say, your kitchen to your bedroom. If you have different kinds of flooring in each area of the home, the suction power and water volume can even be customized for each room.

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If frequent spot cleaning is more your style, a light cordless vacuum cleaner will do the job quickly and easily.

Get a quick, efficient clean every time with the Dyson V12 Detect Slim, which features an embedded green laser that illuminates fine dust particles that may be invisible to the naked eye. The vacuum also contains an acoustic piezo sensor, which detects the dust particle size and quantity, displaying the information on an LCD screen. When a large amount of dust is detected, it automatically increases the suction power of the vacuum for a deep clean.

If you’re frequently clearing hair off the floor, you’ll also love their new anti-tangle hair screw tool, a conical brush bar that spirals the hair into the bin instead of letting it clog up the brush.

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If you’re looking for a powerful multi-tasker that can tackle almost any kind of dirt indoors and outdoors, a wet and dry vacuum cleaner’s what you need — it can handle even spills easily.

Sturdy and powerful, the Karcher WD5 is the most reliable vacuum cleaner for heavy-duty jobs, such as deep-cleaning a house after renovation. It’s equipped with a switchable floor nozzle and an optimised suction hose for dealing with dust, large pieces of debris, and even floor spills effectively. All of it is sucked into a 25-litre corrosion-resistant stainless steel bin. There’s also no need for filter replacement, thanks to integrated filter cleaning technology that cleans the filter with strong pulses of air at the push of a button.

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Pet parents, this one’s for you. Get rid of fur, dander, and any other messes your cat or dog might have made in a jiffy with a vacuum cleaner that has an allergy filter.

One of Philips’ most powerful vacuum cleaners, the Philips Power Pro with Allergy H13 Filter can take care of your pet’s messes quickly and efficiently, getting your home sparkling clean for guests. The TriActive nozzle can suck up both dust and large pieces of debris, with brushes on both sides to pick up dirt from the corners. You also won’t have to worry about pet dander floating around, thanks to the Allergy H13 filter system which can catch more than 99.9% of fine dust particles and give you clean breathable air every time.

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If you or your family member has sensitive skin, it’s a good idea to deep-clean your mattresses regularly to prevent mites and other irritants from building up.

Give your upholstery a thorough clean with the Karcher SE 6.100 Spray Extractor. The pressure of the spray ensures that the cleaning solution penetrates the textile fibres deeply, dissolving the built-up dirt within which can then be removed via suction. This model can be converted into a multi-purpose vacuum cleaner as well simply by swapping out the nozzle, making it great value for money.

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Need a thorough clean for your carpet or tiled floor? A steam cleaner gets the job done without the need for any harsh chemicals. We’d advise against using it on hardwood or vinyl flooring, though, as the high temperature can warp the surface.

Remove dirt and disinfect your floor in one sweep with this vacuum cleaner. There are four levels of suction power and five levels of steam volume, so you can customise specific settings according to how much cleaning is needed. All the dirt is processed by a multi-stage filter system that includes a HEPA filter to catch fine dust particles, and you can use it on upholstery as well thanks to the multiple nozzle attachments that come with the machine.

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