A smaller and more compact version of this model (which, like all the other "compact" Henry models, has a 6-litre capacity) also exists. Robert Dyas – the hardware retailer offers a selection of Numatic products, including the flagship vacuum cleaner. Dyson vacuums include their patented cyclone technology and come in cordless, lightweight upright and handheld versions.

What Goes in, Stays in - Henry's innovative self-seal tab locks all the dust in the bag, meaning emptying with no dust and no mess. Henry (HVC200) - The original version of the first Henry vacuum cleaner which did not have a rewinding cable is now discontinued. There may be lighter and sleeker models available, but it is by no means too cumbersome and its impressive storage capacity, means you’ll have plenty of time before you need to change the bags. This nifty little number uses a MicroTex Filtration System to ensure that even the smallest particles are whipped out of the fibres of your flooring. Launched in 1994 and discontinued in 2007, Basil came in the standard Henry colours of red, blue, yellow and green, but was also available in lime and black and orange and black as a Halloween special edition in 2005.

Charles is designed to shine in the wet – and this is indeed where it has the edge over the competition. The powerful suction feature in Miele vacuums means you'll be spending less time going back and forth with your vacuum and more time enjoying your spotless floors and relaxing in your clean home. In the dry it has a hefty storage capacity of 15 litres and a wide range of attachments means it can switch effortlessly between different tasks.

Simply set the brushes up for carpets and down for hard-floors, and you’ll achieve powerful results in either mode.The big blue monster Charles offers high power and performance no matter what the situation and delivers outstanding power in both the wet and the dry. You would think that you paid less for less dustbin capacity (like what you get with the James, where you sacrifice dustbin space for storage) but this isn’t the case. Making emptying quick, easy and mess-free, Henry’s innovative self-seal tab locks all the dust in the bag, so unlike with bagless vacuums, you can empty with no dust, no mess and no allergens escaping. It has a useful hi/low feature which allows you to switch seamlessly between the more powerful 1,200w and a lower 600w mode. An impressive 15 litre storage capacity when dry makes it an ideal option for professional cleaners, but it is also light at only 7.