Sanitaire Tradition Upright Vacuum vs Sanitaire TRADITION QuietClean Upright Vacuum
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Quick take: The Sanitaire Tradition Upright Vacuum costs $40 less.
| Spec | Sanitaire Tradition Upright Vacuum | Sanitaire TRADITION QuietClean Upright Vacuum |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$280 | ~$320 |
| Type | Upright | Upright |
| Suction | 145 CFM | 145 CFM |
| Battery | Corded | Corded |
| Navigation | — | — |
| Filtration | Standard shake-out bag, no HEPA filter | — |
| Cordless | No | No |
| Bagged | Yes | Yes |
| Noise | 79 dB | 69 dB |
| Dustbin | 18 qt | 6.1 qt bag |
| Water tank | — | — |
| Self-empty dock | No | No |
| Auto mop washing | No | No |
| Hot water washing | No | No |
| Obstacle avoidance | No | No |
| Carpet detection | No | No |
| Auto mop lifting | No | No |
| Multi-floor mapping | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Dimensions | 21.25 x 17.25 x 8.5 in | — |
| Weight | 15.8 lbs | — |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Pros & cons
Sanitaire Tradition Upright Vacuum
- ✓Commercial-grade 840 W motor rated for 2,000 hours of use
- ✓18-quart shake-out bag means far fewer bag changes on a long shift
- ✓50 ft detachable cord for large commercial floor plans
- ✓Chrome hood and replaceable brush strips built to survive daily abuse
- ✓2-year parts-and-labor warranty
- ✓145 CFM airflow and a 12-inch cleaning path
- ✗No HEPA filtration — standard shake-out bag only, not for allergy use
- ✗No hose or onboard tools
- ✗Loud at 79 dB
- ✗Overkill and unnecessarily heavy for residential-only use
Sanitaire TRADITION QuietClean Upright Vacuum
- ✓69 dBA is quiet for a commercial upright
- ✓145 CFM airflow from a 7 A, 840 W motor
- ✓6.1 qt bag holds plenty between changes
- ✓2-year warranty covers parts and labor
- ✓Commercial build aimed at daily use
- ✗Weight and dimensions are not published
- ✗Sanitaire claims no HEPA-level filtration for it
- ✗Bags are a recurring cost
- ✗Costs about $40 more than the standard TRADITION SC886G