Ongoing ownership costs (bags, filters, batteries)

Bagless operation and washable filters keep ongoing costs very low, with no bags, batteries or frequent consumables to replace.

Relies on disposable bags and an occasional replacement belt, but these parts are inexpensive and typical yearly ownership costs are very low compared to many uprights.

Bagless design and a washable exhaust sponge filter mean there are no ongoing bag purchases and only occasional filter rinsing or inexpensive replacements, keeping long term ownership costs very low.

The multi-cyclonic system and reusable filters keep replacement needs low, so ongoing ownership costs stay below many competing budget pet uprights that rely on frequent filter changes.

Washable filters reduce the need to buy replacements, helping keep long-term ownership costs down compared with systems that rely on disposable filter cartridges.

Bagless design with a large washable dust cup keeps ongoing ownership costs low by eliminating disposable bags and reducing filter replacements compared with traditional bagged canisters.

Genuine HepaFlo bags for Henry Extra are sold in large, reasonably priced multipacks, and their big capacity means they last a long time between changes, helping to keep day-to-day running costs low for a bagged vacuum.

Bagless and corded design avoids recurring bag purchases and battery replacements; washable lifetime filter helps keep ongoing costs low, though periodic washing/drying is required.

The main consumable cost is replacement bags (often reported around 10 to 12 pounds for a 10-pack in the UK, and higher in some US listings), but the 6L capacity means changes are infrequent for most homes. Filters are minimal and typically replaced occasionally rather than washed frequently, keeping upkeep straightforward.

Consumables include bags/filters, but several bags are included and can last weeks.

Replacement HEPA filters are sold in affordable multi-packs, helping keep long-term filter costs relatively low even though the built-in battery cannot be swapped when it eventually wears out.

Ongoing ownership costs are driven mainly by disposable dust bags, filters and brushes, which need replacement every few months but are widely available online in affordable multi-packs.

Replacement HEPA filters come in affordable multi-packs, making long-term filter costs lower than many similarly priced cordless sticks.

Ongoing costs are generally favorable because the dock is bagless, avoiding recurring dust-bag purchases. You should still expect consumables and wear items (filters, brushes, mop pads, and optional cleaning solution), with pet-heavy homes needing more frequent maintenance and replacements.

Ongoing costs include dock bags and potentially pricey spare batteries, but washable filters help reduce recurring spend; some reviewers report bags are inexpensive/easy to source, while others flag premium replacement pricing.

The Complete C3 does incur ongoing costs for disposable bags and periodic filter replacements, but owners note that GN bags last several weeks and are sold in reasonably priced multipacks that include motor filters, and this reviewer’s experience suggests that while you pay for consumables, the overall running costs are acceptable for a premium, long lived vacuum.

Ongoing costs are mainly from replacement bags (and periodic filters), which some reviewers flag as the tradeoff versus bagless convenience. Others argue bagged ownership can reduce filter washing/replacement frequency and note that many units include multiple replacement bags up front.

Consumable costs include dust bags, filters, and brushes; one reviewer estimates roughly $60/year depending on replacement frequency. Cost is generally considered reasonable for a self-empty system but higher than bagless non-dock robots.

Ongoing costs include disposable bags, filters, rollers/brushes, mop pads, and optional approved cleaning solution; the app's component-health tracking helps predict replacement timing.

Bagless operation eliminates recurring bag purchases, but owners still need to budget for periodic HEPA filter replacements to keep performance and filtration strong.

While washable filters reduce recurring costs, replacement batteries are often described as pricey (around the $150 range in one review), and out-of-warranty repairs or parts can add to total ownership cost over time.

Ongoing costs include dock bags, filters, rollers/side brush, and mop pads; many reviewers consider the consumables reasonable but worth budgeting for, especially with frequent mopping.

Owners should budget for ongoing costs with the X8 Pro Omni, as filters, mop rollers, dust bags, and Ecovacs cleaning solution all have defined lifespans and mid range replacement prices, and while the system uses only a small amount of solution per wash the need to keep buying consumables adds up over time, with some reviewers also noting that detergent is not always supplied in the box in certain regions so an extra upfront spend on cleaning fluid may be required.

Ongoing costs can add up, mainly from disposable dust bags, filters, brushes, mop pads, and cleaning solution. Optional upgrades like the TriCut anti-tangle brush can improve hair handling but add to the long-term spend.

While filters are washable, extra swappable batteries are fairly expensive, so owners who want multiple packs for longer runtimes should plan on higher ongoing costs.

Because Ultenic recommends using only its own cleaning solution and replacement bottles can be hard to find, some owners worry about long-term detergent availability and costs, though the reasonably priced optional spare battery keeps energy-related running costs moderate.

Owners should expect higher ongoing costs with the Freo Z Ultra, as its dust bags, brush rollers, and other consumables are relatively expensive and the thirsty self-cleaning system can require frequent refills and dirty-tank emptying.

Despite being bagless, the Blizzard CX1 can be expensive to own because the main filter and side HEPA cartridge are pricey assemblies that may need replacement every one to two years, often costing far more than a year’s worth of bags for comparable Miele C3 models.