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For six weeks we vacuumed up cat hair, sand and oatmeal with 22 stick vacuums. Three models stood out.
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Read our test method- 01We buy it ourselvesWe buy most products in stores, just like you.
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Sarah MillerSenior home appliance testerHas tested cleaning appliances since 2017. Previously worked at a consumer advocacy group.
Thomas WalkerKitchen & coffee testerTrained as a chef, worked six years in restaurants before he started testing.
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