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Riccar R21 Spirit Upright Vacuum

  • HEPA Filtration
  • Assembled in the USA
$499.99

Effective cleaning that doesn't overcomplicate things. HEPA filtration, on-board tools, and a long cord give you everything needed for thorough daily use in a lightweight, easy-to-maneuver upright. Great performance at a great value.

Best For

  • Hardwood
  • Tile
  • Low-Pile Carpet
  • Medium-Pile Carpet
  • Area Rugs
  • Laminate

Why People Choose This Model

  • HEPA filtration: Thorough daily cleaning.
  • On-board tools: Everything you need, on the vacuum.
  • Long cord, light build: Easy to maneuver.
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Details
Power10 Amp, 110-120V plug-in with thermal motor protection
Suction controlYes — suction control dial
Floor toolFloating nozzle with automatic height adjustment
Carpet toolMetal brushroll with replaceable brushstrips
Upholstery toolUpholstery tool + crevice tool (onboard)
Recommended floorCarpet, rugs (primary); bare floors and multi-surface (usable)
WandTelescoping wand
HandleErgonomic handle with fingertip on/off switch
Weight / radius17.4 lbs / 30 ft cord + 13 ft cleaning reach
FiltrationHEPA media bag (Type A) + foam secondary filter + pleated HEPA media post-filter
IndicatorsFull bag indicator light
Warranty2-Year Limited Warranty
What's In The Box
  • Riccar R21 Spirit Upright Vacuum
  • HEPA media bag
  • Stretch hose
  • Telescoping wand
  • Upholstery tool
  • Crevice tool
  • Owner’s Manual
Warranty
2-Year Limited Warranty
Shipping
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Professional Cleaning. Built to Last.

Six reasons homeowners choose the R21 Spirit

Riccar R21 Spirit Upright Vacuum
  • 10 Ampmotor

    Strong suction

    A 10-amp motor with a suction control dial for each surface.

  • Autoheight adjustment

    Great on carpet and rugs

    A floating nozzle and metal brushroll, and it lays flat to reach under furniture.

  • 13 ftcleaning reach

    Reach above the floor

    A stretch hose and telescoping wand give 13 ft. of reach with the tools.

  • HEPAmedia bag

    Three layers of filtration

    A HEPA media bag, a foam secondary filter and a pleated HEPA post-filter.

  • 30 ftpower cord

    Fewer outlet changes

    A 30-ft. cord covers more floor before you change outlets.

  • Onboardtools

    Tools on board

    The upholstery and crevice tools ride on the vacuum, ready when you need them.

The Riccar Difference

Why a RICCAR can outlast three cheaper vacuums in the same span

Riccar

  • American-made, serviceable build with replaceable parts
  • Often lasts 15 to 20+ years with basic care
  • Sealed HEPA filtration, allergy-friendly
  • Self-sealing bags, no dust cloud when you empty
  • Backed by an authorized-dealer warranty
Why Riccar Lasts

Typical Vacuum

  • Disposable design, sealed units
  • Replaced every 4–7 years
  • Basic filtration leaks fine dust back out
  • Repurchase cost erases the low price
  • Generic big-box support
Riccar Other
American-made, serviceable partsYes No
Lasts 15 to 20+ yearsYes No
Sealed HEPA, allergy-friendlyYes No
Self-sealing bags, no dust cloudYes No
Authorized-dealer warrantyYes No
Needs replacing in 4–7 yearsNo Yes
Filtration leaks fine dustNo Yes

Why Customers Choose Riccar

Thousands of homeowners trust Riccar's American-made engineering

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Why is a Riccar priced above big-box uprights?

It is an American-made, metal-built upright with sealed HEPA and a multi-year warranty. It often runs 15 to 20+ years, so the cost per year lands below cheaper machines you replace every few years.

How long do Riccar vacuums last?

15 to 20-plus years is common with basic care. The build is metal-reinforced and serviceable, so wear parts get replaced instead of the whole machine.

Are they easy to maintain?

Yes. Self-sealing bags come out without a dust cloud and filters swap in seconds. Genuine parts are stocked and easy to get.

How is a Riccar different from a Dyson?

Bagged, with sealed HEPA that keeps dust in the bag, rather than a bagless bin you empty by hand. A Riccar is also American-made and serviceable, so it gets repaired instead of replaced.

Will the R21 work on my carpet?
Yes, on low and medium pile and area rugs, thanks to the metal brushroll, automatic height adjustment and strong suction. Hard floors are manageable but less specialized than on models with a squeegee.
Is it good for allergies?

Sealed HEPA filtration captures 99.97% of dust and dander down to 0.3 microns, and the self-sealing bag keeps it there when you empty it.

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Riccar R21 Spirit Upright Vacuum
Riccar R21 Spirit Upright Vacuum $499.99