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Looking for a cylinder vacuum cleaner? We’ll give you advice

Thijs14 DECEMBER 2025
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One of the most effective ways to clean your home is by vacuuming. There are many different types of vacuum cleaners, but the cylinder vacuum cleaner remains the most classic model. In this article, you’ll discover everything you need to know about these vacuum cleaners.

What is a cylinder vacuum cleaner?

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A cylinder vacuum cleaner is a classic, traditional vacuum cleaner. The appliance has a hose at the front, wheels to move it around, and a mains plug at the back. Through the hose and tube, it powerfully sucks up dust, crumbs and hairs, while the main unit stays stable on the floor. You can manoeuvre a cylinder vacuum cleaner smoothly around furniture, lifting only the hose and floorhead, making it easy to reach every room. With a cylinder vacuum cleaner, you can give your entire home a thorough clean, from hard floors to deep‑pile carpets.

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What types of cylinder vacuum cleaners are there?

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There are 2 types of cylinder vacuum cleaners: bagged models and bagless models. Both clean your home effectively, but the way they collect dust and how you maintain them is different. We’ve listed the pros and cons of both types for you.

Vacuum cleaner with or without bag?
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Cylinder vacuum cleaner with bag

A bagged cylinder vacuum cleaner collects dirt and dust directly in a sealed vacuum bag, which you replace as soon as it’s full. The biggest advantage is hygiene: you simply throw the full bag away in one go, without coming into contact with dust. This is very convenient if you suffer from allergies. With a bagged cylinder vacuum cleaner, however, you do have ongoing costs, as you need to buy new dust bags to ensure the suction power doesn’t decrease as the bag fills up.

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Bagless cylinder vacuum cleaner

A bagless cylinder vacuum cleaner sucks dirt into a dust container. You can simply empty it into the bin and rinse it if needed. The biggest advantages are that you no longer need to buy dust bags – saving on costs and reducing waste – and the suction power doesn’t decrease as much when the container is full. The main drawbacks are that emptying the container can release dust into the air (not ideal if you have a dust allergy) and that these vacuum cleaners are louder than bagged models.

What are the main features of a cylinder vacuum cleaner?

There are several key features that make a cylinder vacuum cleaner a reliable and powerful choice for cleaning your home.

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Power supply via cable

A cylinder vacuum cleaner runs on mains power via a cable that you plug into a socket. This gives you consistent suction power and means you don’t have to worry about the battery running out, as you might with cordless stick vacuums. This makes a cylinder vacuum cleaner ideal for longer cleaning sessions.

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Powerful suction for small and large floor areas

Thanks to its powerful motor, a cylinder vacuum cleaner removes everything from crumbs in the kitchen to deeply embedded dirt in carpets. This allows you to clean both small corners and large areas quickly and effectively.

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Large dust bag or container capacity

A cylinder vacuum cleaner has a spacious dust bag or container, so you can vacuum for longer without needing to empty or replace it. This saves time and makes it ideal for larger homes or households with pets.

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Mobility on wheels

The body of the cylinder vacuum cleaner sits on wheels, so it rolls along lightly as you guide only the hose and tube. You can move smoothly around furniture, over thresholds and through different rooms.

What are the main pros and cons of a cylinder vacuum cleaner?

Still not sure whether a cylinder vacuum cleaner is right for you? Here’s an overview of the key general pros and cons:

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Pros of a cylinder vacuum cleaner

  • Strong, consistent suction thanks to mains power via a cable (as long as the dust bag isn’t full).
  • Very suitable for large floor areas and long cleaning sessions.
  • Often more powerful than compact or cordless stick vacuums.
  • Large dust bag or container: you don’t need to empty or replace it as often.
  • Manoeuvrable thanks to its wheels: you only have to lift the hose and tube.
  • Lots of accessories and attachments available for different floor types.

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Cons of a cylinder vacuum cleaner

  • Less flexible than a stick vacuum or handheld vacuum for quick clean‑ups.
  • Because of the cable and plug, you’re sometimes limited in how far you can move between rooms.
  • The appliance takes up relatively much storage space.
  • Less practical on stairs and in very small spaces.

What are good brands for cylinder vacuum cleaners?

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Cylinder vacuum cleaners have been around for many years, so there are plenty of brands that stand out with strong, high‑quality models. A few good brands for cylinder vacuum cleaners are Miele, Bosch, Philips, AEG, Rowenta and Samsung. You’ll find them all at MediaMarkt.

Our advice on choosing a cylinder vacuum cleaner

Cylinder vacuum cleaners are traditional wheeled vacuum cleaners. You can choose between a bagged or bagless cylinder vacuum cleaner. Bagged models are ideal for people with allergies, as the dust is collected in a dust bag. When you dispose of it, you don’t come into contact with the dust and dirt. Bagless models have no ongoing costs, because you don’t need to buy new dust bags. A cylinder vacuum cleaner is a reliable option that offers strong, consistent suction power, is easy to manoeuvre and is suitable for large areas.

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