Oreck Elevate Command Upright Vacuum vs Hoover WindTunnel 2 Whole House Rewind

The Elevate Command is the better vacuum for allergy sufferers and anyone who cleans a lot of carpet: it weighs under 10 lbs, seals dirt in a bag with SaniSeal filtration, and carries a 5-year warranty. The WindTunnel 2 Whole House Rewind is the better all-rounder for pet owners and mixed floors, with a multi-floor brushroll, HEPA media filter, pet turbo tool and push-button cord rewind. Owners of light uprights like the Oreck praise the easy carrying and long reach; Hoover owners like the suction and rewind but note the 16 lb weight.

• Choose the Elevate Command if you want a light bagged upright with sealed allergen filtration, a 30 ft cord and a long warranty for mostly carpet.
• Choose the WindTunnel 2 Whole House Rewind if you have pets and mixed floors and want bagless convenience, a retracting cord and above-floor tools included.