They aren’t as environmentally friendly either, so if being E-friendly is important to you the basic Henry is the better model. While the bag is out, you might like to check the inside of the machine for any dirt or defective parts.

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You shouldn’t need to replace the dust bags very often because of their size, but when you do it is highly recommended to pick up the newer HEPA Flo bags.

Hetty comes with a general purpose tool that can be used on many things, such as the stairs, upholstery, curtains and car seats. The roller is easy to remove from the floor head for cleaning and it has ridges in the moulding that make it easy to get a pair of scissors between the roller and any trapped hair.

Hetty Quick Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner, HTY.100, Up to 60

However, my advice is if you have a very busy household or have pets, it might be worth upgrading to one of more beefed up models in the range. As with the other Henrys in this range it provides unbeatable suction power which will not deteriorate in the same way as other cyclone vacuum cleaners. He’s big, red and has a nice friendly smile which makes him one of the most popular vacuums in the UK. He comes with a host of different accessories and features which means he can cope with just about any job going.Hetty uses a TriTrex filtration system which does a great job of trapping all allergens, dirt and dust in the drum itself. I was impressed with how effectively debris alongside the skirting board was collected, regardless of whether I approached it with the front of the floorhead or vacuumed along it with the side. The first is a dual purpose hairo-brush which is fantastic for scrubbing off stubborn pet hairs and other stains, the second is a carbon filter designed to combat unpleasant smells. If you are desperately seeking an upright vacuum cleaner then have a look at our article regarding the best lightweight upright vacuum cleaners of the year, so far. Open the box and you’re faced with a set of parts that will be familiar to anyone who’s previously owned a cordless stick vacuum.