shahadien posted:

I've found that the absolute best vacuum you can get is a later model kirby. Granted, they're extremely expensive to buy new ($800+!), but I got mine at an estate auction for just 20$, so if you're on your toes you can catch them at phenomenal deals!

The reason I suggest buying the later models is that the kirby has evolved a lot up until around 2006 or so. At that point, they had pretty much mastered the design, and on later models just started tagging on company extras like lifetime warranties and factory refinishing for very modest fees.

If you can score a Kirby Ultimate G inside your price range you've just hit the jackpot. The ultimate G comes with lifetime servicing guarentees, and anytime it breaks you just send it in to the factory for refurbishing! (I've never seen one break).

If you can't find an ultimate G model, don't fret. Any other 2006 model or later will all have the same features and functions.

They are all bag vacuums, but they advertize the best filtration of any vacuum on the market. Using the kirby actually does clean your house, not just displace the filth.