Hoover Tempo

It's also about the same width as the blue Hoover Tempo bagged upright. Unless you really want the swivel, there's not much of a reason to go for the heavier, higher maintenance, and more expensive ($130 vs. $170) MAXLife Pro over the Tempo. Canister vacuums are hard to beat for getting into tight spaces though, and there are definitely some good budget options out there.

No Dyson is worth more than $100. Save the money and get a quality bagged vacuum. Look on used marketplaces for a Sebo Felix for a good entry level vacuum. If you just need something to tide you over, the Hoover Tempo/Windtunnel Bagged will fit the bill.

**Deal alert:** Hoover WindTunnel T-Series Tempo Bagged Upright Vacuum Cleaner with HEPA Media Filter, UH30301, Blue. On sale for $129.99 ($20 off). So a better than normal deal on a vacuum that's one of the best bargain vacuums out there already. Thinking of a Shark or Dyson, get this instead, you'll thank me later.

If you're on a budget, this Hoover Tempo is the safest option. Can handle carpet and bare floors, and has a decent hose and attachment set as well. It'll probably go down to $100-130 over Black Friday as well. Unlike the Shark, this one's also got a height adjustment (something that should be standard on a vacuum) so you can get optimal brushroll contact and good agitation of embedded dirt.

For a basic model in terms of price and features, the Hoover tempo is an excellent option. The build quality is pretty average and you do have to replace the belt every so often, but that is to be expected for the price. Another upright in your range is the Kenmore BU1017 as also mentioned by another user. It is a fairly heavy machine that does not weigh a whole lot less than the older Hoovers like the one you have, but the cleaning performance and build quality are both superb for the price.