Best vacuum cleaners, according to online reviews

Keeping a clean house is a job that never ends. Having a great vacuum that can handle it all is absolutely essential. After you've decluttered your junk drawers, reorganized your closet, and wiped down months of outdoor water buildup from your windows, it's time to focus on vacuuming the rugs, carpets, cushions, and everywhere else dust, dander, and debris has been hiding. If you haven't introduced your home to a new vacuum in a while, you'll be shocked at just how many modern features that vacuums have these days. From robot vacuums that both mop and suction your floors to handheld mini vacuums that collapse down to store more easily, we scoured the'net to find the best options to help with your spring cleaning regime and beyond. We read reviews, we looked at customer ratings, and we compiled a list of the best vacuums based on what users have to say. We'll tell you the good, the bad, and the ugly to help you pick out a machine that really sucks -- in a good way.