HEPA Vacuums
HEPA and commercial-grade vacuums for homes, offices and job sites: Numatic Henry, Hetty and James canisters, Sanitaire FORCE QuietClean uprights, ProTeam and Sanitaire backpacks, Dustbane and Ghibli wet/dry vacuums, plus Riccar, Simplicity and Dyson models. Choose by vacuum type, then by the surfaces and space you clean.
Our most popular brands are Numatic HEPA vacuums and Sanitaire HEPA vacuums. Stock up on vacuum bags and vacuum filters for your machine.
HEPA and commercial vacuum guide: vacuum types, bags, filters and FAQs ▾
Pick the vacuum type
- Canister: Numatic Henry, Hetty and James models are compact, quiet and easy to carry up stairs, with long cords and a range of tools.
- Upright: Sanitaire FORCE QuietClean and Eon models suit large carpeted areas.
- Backpack: ProTeam Super Coach, Sanitaire SC412B and the Milwaukee M18 backpack move quickly through offices, stairs and tight spaces.
- Wet/dry: Dustbane DB7 and DB24, Ghibli, ProTeam ProGuard and Ridgid models pick up liquids as well as dry debris.
Bags, filters and running costs
Before you buy, check what bags and filters the vacuum uses. Numatic, Sanitaire and ProTeam machines use model-specific bags and filters, and keeping them fresh maintains suction and filtration.
HEPA Vacuum FAQs
How do I choose a HEPA vacuum?
To choose a HEPA vacuum, first check that the listing says HEPA, since not every vacuum in this collection is a HEPA model, and note which are sealed HEPA models, such as the Sanitaire SC5713D upright. Then pick the type that suits your space: canister, upright, backpack or cordless stick. Finally, check that the bags and filters it uses are easy to get.
What does HEPA mean on a vacuum?
HEPA on a vacuum means it uses a high-efficiency particulate air filter. The US EPA describes HEPA as a pleated mechanical filter that can theoretically remove at least 99.97% of particles 0.3 microns in size, such as dust, pollen, mould and bacteria. Some vacuums in this collection, such as the Sanitaire SC5713D, are sold as sealed HEPA uprights.
Are all the vacuums in this collection HEPA vacuums?
No, not every vacuum in this collection is a HEPA vacuum. It also includes commercial vacuums whose titles don't mention HEPA, such as the Ridgid RT1200 and Dustbane DB7 wet/dry vacuums. Listings with HEPA filtration say HEPA in the title, such as the Sanitaire FORCE QuietClean SC5845D and the Sanitaire Multi-Surface QuietClean SC9180D. Check each listing's title and details before you buy.
Where can I get bags and filters for my HEPA vacuum?
PureFilters carries bags and filters for many of the HEPA and commercial vacuums on this page. For example, Numatic OEM Henry HEPA bags fit Henry canisters, the Sanitaire DCF-3 dust cup filter fits FORCE SC5745 and SC5845 uprights, and the Sanitaire HF-50 HEPA exhaust filter fits Eon SC5500A models. Search the vacuum bags or filters collections by your vacuum's model number.
Does PureFilters sell vacuums for pet owners?
Yes, PureFilters sells vacuums aimed at pet owners, including the Numatic Henry 160 Petcare canister with an activated charcoal filter, the Dyson Ball Animal 3 upright and the Dyson Cyclone V10 Animal cordless stick vacuum. Check each listing for its filter type and for the bags or filters it uses before you buy.
Does PureFilters sell cordless stick vacuums?
Yes, PureFilters sells cordless stick vacuums, including the Dyson V8 and the Dyson Cyclone V10 Animal. Replacement filters for Dyson V8 and V10 stick vacuums are on the Dyson vacuum filters page, so you can keep a spare on hand. Most other vacuums in this collection are corded canister, upright, backpack or wet/dry machines.
