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Quiet Vacuum Cleaners (Under 70 dB)

Quiet vacuum cleaners rated 70 decibels (dB) or less, about as loud as a TV or quieter. Every vacuum on this page has a published manufacturer decibel rating. The quietest are the Numatic PSP380 and PPR380 canisters, rated 47 to 49 dB. Next are the SEBO Airbelt E canisters (58 to 62 dB) and the SEBO Airbelt K and D canisters (63 dB). For uprights, the Windsor Versamatic 14 is rated 64.5 dB. Choose from home canisters, uprights and quiet commercial backpacks for hotels, offices and hospitals.

Quietest vacuums by type

Type	Quietest models	Sound level
Canister	Numatic PSP380, PPR380, SEBO Airbelt E1, E2	47–58 dB
Home upright	SEBO Felix 1, SEBO Dart	68 dB
Commercial upright	Windsor Versamatic 14, Windsor Sensor S12, ProForce 1200XP	64.5–67 dB
Backpack	Numatic RSV150, EDIC Atlas 6, ProTeam FS 6	63–65.8 dB
Under $400	Miele Classic C1 Pure Suction, Sanitaire SC5713, SC889	64–69 dB

Frequently asked questions

What is a quiet decibel level for a vacuum?

Most vacuums run at 70 to 80 dB. A vacuum rated 65 dB or less is noticeably quieter, and one under 60 dB is quieter than a normal conversation. Every 10 dB drop sounds about half as loud.

What is the quietest vacuum cleaner?

The Numatic PSP380 (47 dB) and PPR380 (47–49 dB) canisters are the quietest vacuums we sell. For home use, the SEBO Airbelt E1 Kombi and E2 Turbo are rated 58 dB.

Are canister vacuums quieter than uprights?

Usually, yes. Canisters keep the motor in an insulated body on the floor, away from your ears. Most of the quietest models here are canisters.

Compare more than 60 models, including discontinued ones, in our quiet vacuum decibel chart. Questions? Call 866-972-8227, Monday–Friday 8:30am–6pm and Saturday 10am–5pm ET.