Canister Vacuums (4 items found)

Vacuum cleaners are available in a wide range of shapes and sizes, from traditional upright vacuum models to cordless stick units to high-end shop vacs designed for commercial premises. But for the average home or small office, a canister vacuum is one of the most popular choices, thanks to its versatility and ease of use.

At Ace, we stock a selection of canister vacuums in a range of power ratings and designs to suit your cleaning needs.

What is a Canister Vacuum?

Simply put, a canister vacuum cleaner is a model where the suction motor, filter and dust collector are housed in a single-wheeled unit alongside a flexible hose with an interchangeable cleaning attachment at the other end. They're usually sold as electrically powered corded units, although cordless canister vacs are also available.

Benefits of Canister Vacuum Cleaners

Canister vacs are a popular choice for many home and office cleaning applications thanks to the many benefits they bring, including:

• Lightweight design: Their lightweight design makes them easy to move around, either by pulling on the hose during regular cleaning or by carrying them over long distances.
• Easy to use: Canister vacuums are less fatiguing to use than regular models, as it's mainly the weight of the hose and cleaning head that needs to be pushed back and forth, not the whole machine.
• Greater reach: The lightweight hose and extendable cleaning wand make it easier to clean areas above floor height.
• Multiple attachments: A wide range of attachments can be added to a canister vacuum, adapting a single unit to clean hard floors, carpets, upholstery, and auto interiors, among many other applications.
• Versatile power options: Canister vacs can have high suction powers if needed, although less powerful models are also available for lighter use.
• Quieter operation: While still packing lots of power, canister vacuums tend to operate more quietly than upright models.

Is a Canister Vacuum Right for You?

Canister vacuums have many advantages, but your needs may call for a different model. If you're not careful, you can drag the canister into furniture or door frames as you clean from room to room, whereas with an upright vacuum, you can always see exactly what you're doing. What’s more, being low to the ground, they require you to bend down more frequently. And thanks to their superior cleaning ability and more generous options, a good canister vacuum can cost slightly more than other vacuum designs.

While some people may prefer a different style of vacuum because of this, canister vacs still make solid options for both home and office use.

Shop the Canister Vacuum Range at Ace

Ace Hardware has a range of small household appliances and accessories for your home. Our canister vacuum selection contains a variety of models to suit your cleaning needs. Browse our range above to find the right model for your needs, or stop by your local Ace Hardware store to explore our models firsthand.