This can make them less effective at cleaning carpets and more difficult to push.. Uprights are better.

Yet the simple filter isn’t as effective as a HEPA filter, which traps 99.7% of dust particles.We’d always recommend a. vacuum with a HEPA filter.

if you suffer from allergies.. We think the lack of a HEPA filter is a missed opportunity for the Halo Capsule.A cordless vacuum with both a HEPA filter and a bagged design would instantly become one of our top recommendations for people with allergies.. Emptying and Cleaning.As we’ve already mentioned, the Halo Capsule uses removable dust pouches.

While most cordless models are bagless vacuum cleaners, we think the Capsule’s bags make it much easier to empty the vacuum without letting dust escape..The dust bag indicator turns red to let you know when the pouch is full, and then it’s simple to unclip the latch and pop the bag out of the canister.. There’s zero mess and no need to get your hands dirty.

We also like that the pouches are made from compostable paper but are still sturdy enough to contain all the mess.

The flaw in the system is that you’ll need to remove the main wand to empty the cleaner, which is a bit of a pain (this is something we didn’t like on the Dyson V10 too).. You’ll also want to give the canister a quick clean to get rid of the dust that escaped the pouch.Make sure you give the vacuum a full clean beforehand, as it’s not fair to give a charity a dirty or clogged vac.. Summary.

Vacuum cleaners should always be recycled, as electronics are bad for the environment when sent to landfill.Fortunately, there are several simple options when recycling a vacuum..

Many recycling centres accept electronic goods, so this is often the first place to check.If you’re buying a new vacuum from a retailer, then they should offer in-store takeback of your old vacuum cleaner.. Do you have any questions about disposing of a vacuum cleaner in the UK?