Eureka PowerSpeed Upright Vacuum vs Hoover WindTunnel 2 Whole House Rewind

The Eureka PowerSpeed is the better pick for most people deciding between these two. It weighs about 10 lbs versus 16.1 lbs for the Hoover, has a 2.6 L dust cup versus 1.29 L, and adds five brush roll height settings plus a pet turbo tool. The Hoover WindTunnel 2 Whole House Rewind counters with a 25 ft auto-rewind cord, a wider 13.5-inch cleaning path, HEPA media with odor-absorbing carbon, and a 3-year limited warranty. Owners praise the Eureka's light weight and capacity; the Hoover's cord rewind and filtration get the most praise, but its weight and small bin draw complaints.

• Choose the Eureka PowerSpeed if you want a light upright that is easy to carry up stairs, holds a large bagless bin, and comes with a pet tool for carpet and bare floors.
• Choose the Hoover WindTunnel 2 Whole House Rewind if you want a retractable 25 ft cord, a wider cleaning path, HEPA media filtration with odor control, and a 3-year warranty for whole-home cleaning.