Elnora Jones Commercial vacuum cleaners present an excellent choice of cleaning tool not just for industrial use, but for residential use as well. If you perform janitorial services professionally then you shouldn’t look past a commercial vacuum cleaner at all.
Compared to traditional residential vacuum cleaners, commercial vacuum cleaners differ due to their power, robustness and capability to pick up multiple types of dirt – dry or wet – including dust, gravel and in some cases small amounts of water.
If you’re in need of a shortlist of commercial vacuum cleaners then keep reading. We’ve selected five vacuum commercial vacuum cleaners that will do a great job of cleaning your office.
But first, there are a few things you should consider:
Before we get into our top 5 vacuum cleaners for commercial office, we want to run you through a few things you should keep in mind when you select a commercial vacuum cleaner.
Bag Size
Not all vacuum cleaners use a bag system – some are bagless. Though, if you’re purchasing a commercial vacuum cleaner with a bag you need to pay attention to its capacity. Most commercial vacuums will have a larger capacity, though you want to double-check. There would be nothing worse than having to change bags mid clean. Also, while you’re thinking about the bag, keep the filter in mind as well. You want to make sure that you’re chosen vacuum cleaner does as good a job trapping bacteria as it does collecting it.
Cord Length
Unfortunately, some commercial vacuum cleaners still come with a short cord. While cord length doesn’t play a significant role when it comes to choosing a residential vacuum cleaner, it’s a factor you need to keep in mind when your vacuum is going to be used in a commercial or office environment. Most commercial vacuum feature a cord length between 25 and 40 feet, with some having extra-long cords of 40+ feet – we recommend these.
Hard Floor Capacity
Top-end commercial vacuum cleaners won’t require you to manually adjust any settings when you’re switching between various surface types. They will be perfectly capable of seamlessly switching from carpet to hard floors and vice versa. Upright vacuum cleaners most commonly come with this feature. Cannister vacuum cleaners, on the other hand, usually require a special cleaning head that is purchased separately.
Hose diameter
If you’re performing heavy duty commercial office cleaning then you will require a vacuum cleaner with a larger hose diameter. Typical commercial vacuum cleaners have a hose diameter between 1.5” and 2”. With a bigger hose diameter, your vacuum will be able to scoop up more at once and you will be able to complete your cleaning more efficiently. Some vacuum cleaners – particularly upright cleaners – also have an extra-wide foot. This help with more efficiently covering large floor space.
Our Top 5
Now, it’s time for our list. We’ve included commercial vacuum cleaners based on their quality, effectiveness and durability. They’re all perfectly suited for office use as well. Let’s get into it.
Hoover Shoulder Vac Pro
First on our list is Hoover’s Shoulder Vac Pro, a light-weight and ergonomic backpack vacuum. This commercial vacuum cleaner provides superior mobility. Thanks for to its extra-long 48-foot cord length, the Shoulder Vac Pro helps you efficiently clean large commercial office spaces. Additionally, the Hoover weights less than 10 pounds, adding compactness to great features that this commercial vacuum cleaner already possesses.
Read also our Hoover Linx Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner BH50010 Review
Shark Rotator Professional
Next, we’ve gone for an upright vacuum cleaner. Upright vacuum cleaners don’t quite possess the same mobility as backpack vacuums do. Though, the Rotator Professional more than makes up for that with its extra large bagless dirt collection capacity. Additionally, the Shark’s Anti-allergen Seal Technology ensures 99% of dust and other allergens remain trapped inside the vacuum cleaner and don’t end up back in the air.
Check our Best Shark Vacuum Cleaners 2020 – Buyer’s Guide and our Shark Versus Dyson: How Do The Giants Measure Up? comparison guide
Hoover Hush Tone
Another Hoover on our list. The Hush Tone allows you to clean your commercial office space quietly, producing just 62 dBA of noise. This is another light-weight commercial vacuum cleaner by Hoover, weighing in at around 10 pounds. The cannister vacuum cleaner has a 9L capacity and also helps you reach to the far corners of any space with an extra-long 50-foot cable.
Atrix ERGO
If you’re after a light-weight ergonomic backpack vacuum then don’t look past the Atrix ERGO. Alongside its ergonomic design, the Atrix features powerful suction capabilities, making it perfect for schools, hotels, hospitals, large offices and more. The ERGO does an excellent job of collecting dust and other bacteria as well, thanks to its 8-quart HEPA filter. This is the only vacuum on our list that is sold with a full set of additional nozzles that really help you reach into every corner of your commercial space. Finally, the Atrix also doubles up as a blower, only adding to its versatility.
Oreck Commercial XL
For our final vacuum cleaner, we’ve decided to go with the Oreck Commercial XL, a light-weight upright vacuum cleaner. The Oreck stands out due to its ability to automatically switch between surface types. There’s no need to manually adjust any settings when going from hard floor to carpet or vice versa. The Commercial XL adjusts all by itself. Additionally, the Oreck features double helix brushes, which coupled with its powerful 6,500RPM suction capability makes the vacuum perfectly suitable to commercial office spaces.
Overall, there are hundreds of vacuum cleaners that you could choose from to clean your office space. As a starting point, you should always make sure that your commercial vacuum cleaner comes with an extra-long cable. From there, whether you decide to go with an upright or backpack vacuum is completely up to you. Any other choices you make regarding a vacuum cleaner purchase should revolve around your business needs.
