Our reviews are designed to help readers make practical buying decisions. Depending on the product, we assess cleaning workload, safety design, noise claims, capacity, attachments, consumable costs, maintenance, warranty terms, return policies, and suitability for different pets and homes.
We distinguish among verified specifications, manufacturer claims, recurring owner feedback, and editorial judgment. We link to primary sources when they materially affect a recommendation and state when information could not be independently verified.
We only use terms such as “hands-on tested” or “we measured” when we have used the product and retained supporting notes or evidence. Research-based articles are labeled accordingly. Rankings can change when products, prices, warranties, or evidence change.