There are many different vacuum brands to choose from, so it can be tough sometimes to pick the one that's right for you. If you have a Home Depot in your area, Makita isn't a bad brand to consider.

Makita's Compact Cordless Stick Vacuum Makita makes a variety of cordless vacuums, but the company's compact stick vacuums are likely to surprise most people, and their ease-of-use makes them cool.

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