Best 2017 Canister Vacuums

#1 NaceCare Henry HVR160 Compact Vacuum
4.3

Choose the Henry HVR160 if you want strong suction, huge bags, long reach, and durable dry cleanup. Skip it if you need cordless convenience, compact storage, easy stairs, or deep...

Pros: Low-profile design, Overall durability/longevity

Cons: Bag-full indicator, Cordless convenience

#2 Kenmore Elite Canister Vacuum
3.9

Best for carpet-heavy homes needing strong suction, HEPA filtration, and versatile tools. Skip it if weight, pet-hair tangles, quiet operation, or low upfront cost matter most.

Pros: Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors), Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake

Cons: Comparative performance, Odor control

#3 Bissell Zing Canister Bagless Vacuum
3.8

Choose the Bissell Zing if you want a cheap, lightweight canister for hard floors, light messes, and strong suction. Skip it for allergy-sensitive homes, plush carpet, heavy debris, or premium-feeling...

Pros: Kid-friendliness, Controls and UI

Cons: Onboard tool storage, Filtration / Dust Containment

#4 Miele Blizzard CX1 Bagless Canister Vacuum
3.8

Best for quiet, powerful bagless cleaning on hard floors, low-pile carpet, and pet-focused variants. Skip it for compact homes, deep carpets, easy stairs, or low ownership costs.

Pros: Self-cleaning cycle, Hair Pickup — Hard Floors

Cons: Stair Cleaning, Clogging and debris prevention