The 5 best upright vacuums of 2025, tested and reviewed

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Whether your home is filled with carpets or hard flooring, the best upright vacuum cleaners can power through the task.

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Don't fix what isn't broken is a great mantra to apply to the best upright vacuums; these reliable stalwarts provide the most powerful suction on hard floors and carpeting, unrestrained cleaning time, easy maneuverability, and large dustbins for extended cleaning.