Like with any rating system, vacuum cleaner ratings are determined by a set of criteria set forth by a person or group on what is important to them. There are those that only look at technical information and rate solely on this type of information. There are those that are based on which models and brands are purchased the most and still another that is by consumers opinions when surveyed.

I found one rating vacuums that claims to take multiple of factors in determining which vacuum is the best. These factors are value, features, effectiveness, ease of use and consumer reviews.

For this rating group the top five on the market today are the Hoover S3765-040 Wind Tunnel. The reasons given are consistent rate of sucking power, low profile floor cleaning attachment and a good value at for less than $300.

The Dyson DC25 Ball All Floors was picked because of the design that could go places other vacuums of comparable size could not. The suction power was consistent and that the HEPA filtration system was tested to actually clean the air.

Another Dyson in the top five was model DC17 Animal Cyclone. This vacuum cleaner was designed for homes that had pets and need a powerful system to suck up all the animal hair at 220 air watts. This vacuum cleaner comes equipped with a kit to help clean up after pet accidents and it receive great consumer reviews

The second Hoover in the top five is the model F5914-900 Steam Vac. This model has 5 brushes, an eight foot hose and cleans heavily soiled areas with ease. This system can be used as a steam cleaner or just a vacuum cleaner all for under $200.

The last on this list is the Eureka 4870MZ Boss Smart Vac. This model has a three trap system with many attachments on board with a 30 foot power cord all for under $150.

Like all rating systems, these vacuum cleaner ratings are subjected to the reviewers concerns. It is best for consumers to do their own research before making any purchase.