Bagged vs bagless vacuum cleaners — there’s one clear winner if you suffer from allergies and want a squeaky clean home

Using the Halo Capsule X on hard floor.

As someone who writes about cleaning and vacuuming for a living, I understand the ins and outs of the many different makes and models on the market. But even I know that the bagged vs bagless vacuum cleaner debate is a tough one.

Although the best vacuum cleaners are typically bagless, it’s fair to say that we’re in the midst of a bagged vacuum cleaner revolution. Perceptions are changing, manufacturers are mixing things up, and people are beginning to wonder if vacuum cleaners with bags really are better. After all, one of the best cordless vacuums in our guide is a cordless, bagged vacuum cleaner that looks extremely sleek and sophisticated.