Panasonic MC-CG902 Vacuum Cleaner This 23-pound canister from Panasonic is bag-equipped and has suction control, HEPA filtration, a brush on/off switch, and a 24-foot, retractable cord.

The Panasonic MC-CL609 is one of the best bagless canister vacuum cleaners on the market with its many outstanding features.

A name like JetForce inspires high expectations. It conveys power, performance, and excellence, at least in my mind. Unfortunately, the Panasonic MC-UL429 JetForce Bagless Upright vacuum falls ...

We spent hundreds of hours researching and testing every type of vacuum cleaner, and we found the best ones to suit all kinds of lifestyles.

All four canister vacuums featured here have filters to keep from blowing collected debris back into the air. The Dirt Devil and Panasonic models boast high-efficiency particulate air filters.

If you need a new upright vacuum, consider a Shark or Kirby, which are among the more reliable brands. Miele and Panasonic are among the less trouble-prone canister vacuums.