Riccar Spirit Plus Upright Vacuum R21PLUS

Description

Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS is a versatile premium upright vacuum built for homeowners who want excellent carpet cleaning, effective HEPA filtration and better hard-floor capability than a traditional carpet-only upright. The Spirit Plus takes the strong foundation of the standard Riccar Spirit and adds several useful upgrades, including LED headlights, a stainless-steel telescoping wand and a dedicated bare-floor tool with a washable microfiber pad.

The Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS also includes a 30-foot power cord, durable metal brush roll, automatically adjusting nozzle, stretch hose and onboard cleaning tools. Its lay-flat design helps the vacuum reach underneath beds, tables and furniture, while the telescoping wand allows the same machine to clean higher areas such as curtains, corners and ceiling fans.

Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS Features

The Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS combines strong upright carpet-cleaning performance with the versatility needed for hard floors and above-floor surfaces.

Riccar designed the Spirit Plus as an upgraded version of the standard R21 Spirit. The two machines share many core components, but the Plus adds several premium features that make it more capable throughout the home.

HEPA Media Filtration

The Spirit Plus uses HEPA media filtration and compatible HEPA media vacuum bags.

The bagged design helps keep collected dirt contained while the filtration system helps reduce fine particles passing back into the room.

Riccar currently lists Vibrance HEPA media bags and Vibrance premium HEPA media and charcoal filters as compatible accessories for the Spirit Plus.

Durable Metal Brush Roll

The Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS uses a metal brush roll designed for dependable carpet agitation and long-term durability.

Riccar highlights the metal brush roll as one of the machine’s important construction features, along with its metal handle tube and stainless-steel telescoping wand.

Automatic Carpet Height Adjustment

The Spirit Plus uses an automatically adjusting floor nozzle.

This means the user does not have to manually select a carpet-height setting as the vacuum moves across different carpet and rug thicknesses.

The self-adjusting design helps maintain effective nozzle contact while keeping operation simple.

30-Foot Power Cord

The Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS includes a long 30-foot power cord.

The additional reach helps reduce the number of times users need to change outlets while cleaning larger rooms and connected living areas.

Bright LED Headlights

One of the major upgrades over the standard Spirit is the addition of bright LED headlights.

The headlights illuminate dust, hair and debris beneath beds, chairs, tables, dressers and other furniture where dirt can otherwise be difficult to see.

Lay-Flat Cleaning Under Furniture

The Spirit Plus can recline nearly all the way to the floor.

This low-profile design helps the vacuum reach underneath beds, tables, chairs and other low-clearance furniture without requiring a separate cleaning tool.

Stainless-Steel Telescoping Wand

The Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS includes an upgraded stainless-steel telescoping wand.

The wand extends above-floor cleaning reach and is more substantial than the standard wand supplied with the regular R21 Spirit.

It can be used for curtains, ceiling corners, vents, stairways and other elevated surfaces.

Stretch Hose for Above-Floor Cleaning

The included stretch hose turns the Spirit Plus into an effective above-floor cleaning system.

Connect the wand or attachments to clean:

• Stairs
• Furniture
• Upholstery
• Baseboards
• Ceiling corners
• Curtains
• Fans
• Hard-to-reach areas

Bare-Floor Tool Included

One of the strongest advantages of the Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS is the included bare-floor cleaning tool.

The dedicated floor tool attaches to the stainless-steel wand and allows the Spirit Plus to clean hardwood, vinyl and other bare floors more effectively than using the main upright nozzle alone.

Washable Microfiber Floor Pad

The bare-floor nozzle includes a washable and reusable microfiber pad.

The microfiber surface helps collect fine dust from hard floors and can be cleaned and reused instead of being discarded after each use.

Multi-Surface Cleaning

Riccar officially lists the Spirit Plus for:

• Carpet
• Hard floors
• Multi-surface cleaning
• Bare floors
• Area rugs
• Stairs

This gives the Spirit Plus considerably more whole-home versatility than a carpet-focused upright with no dedicated bare-floor tool.

Crevice Tool

The included crevice tool helps clean along baseboards, between furniture, around wall edges and inside tight spaces.

Upholstery Tool

The upholstery tool is useful for furniture, fabric seating and stairs.

Combined with the stretch hose and stainless-steel wand, the tool system makes the Spirit Plus more versatile than an upright designed only for floors.

Durable Metal Construction

Riccar highlights several metal components on the Spirit Plus:

• Metal brush roll
• Metal handle tube
• Stainless-steel telescoping wand

These components contribute to the machine’s more substantial construction and distinguish it from many entry-level residential uprights built primarily from lightweight plastic parts.

Ergonomic Handle and Bumper Guard

The Spirit Plus includes an ergonomic handle designed for comfortable everyday use.

A bumper guard around the cleaning head also helps protect furniture and baseboards from normal contact during vacuuming.

Assembled in St. James, Missouri

The Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS is designed, tested and assembled in St. James, Missouri.

Riccar emphasizes its attention to detail and durability as part of the Spirit Plus design.

Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS Specifications

Who Is the Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS Best For?

• Homes with carpet and hard floors
• Customers wanting HEPA media filtration
• Homes with area rugs
• Customers wanting automatic carpet-height adjustment
• Hardwood and vinyl floor cleaning
• Customers who want a dedicated bare-floor attachment
• Stair cleaning
• Furniture and upholstery cleaning
• Customers who value durable metal components
• Homes where LED headlights are useful

Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS vs. R21 Spirit

The Spirit Plus and standard Spirit use the same basic upright platform, but the Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS includes several important upgrades.

• Spirit R21: No headlight
• Spirit Plus R21PLUS: Bright LED headlights
• Spirit R21: Standard wand
• Spirit Plus R21PLUS: Stainless-steel telescoping wand
• Spirit R21: No included dedicated bare-floor nozzle
• Spirit Plus R21PLUS: Bare-floor tool with washable microfiber pad
• Spirit R21: 2-year household warranty
• Spirit Plus R21PLUS: 3-year household warranty

Both models include HEPA media filtration, metal brush rolls, automatic nozzle adjustment, lay-flat cleaning and above-floor tools. The Spirit Plus is the better choice for customers who want improved hard-floor capability and more premium convenience features. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Why Buy the Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS?

The Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS gives customers the deep-cleaning capability of a full-size bagged upright while adding features that make it useful throughout more of the home.

HEPA media filtration helps keep dirt contained, while automatic nozzle adjustment simplifies carpet cleaning. LED headlights improve visibility, and the included bare-floor nozzle with washable microfiber pad adds meaningful hard-floor versatility.

The stainless-steel telescoping wand, hose and attachments also let the Spirit Plus handle stairs, furniture and above-floor surfaces without requiring a second vacuum.

USA Vacs Expert Recommendation

At USA Vacs, we recommend the Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS for customers who like the straightforward durability of the Riccar Spirit but want better whole-home versatility.

The upgrades are worthwhile if you have a mixture of carpet and hard floors. The dedicated bare-floor tool, washable microfiber pad and LED headlights give the Spirit Plus capabilities the standard R21 does not include.

Explore more Riccar vacuums at USA Vacs or browse our upright vacuum cleaners to compare additional models.

Need replacement bags, belts or filters? Visit our Vacuum Parts A-Z section to find vacuum parts and accessories.

For additional specifications and manufacturer information, visit the official Riccar Spirit Plus product page.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS

Does the Riccar Spirit Plus R21PLUS have HEPA filtration?

Yes. Riccar lists the Spirit Plus with HEPA media filtration and compatible HEPA media vacuum bags.

Does the Spirit Plus have LED headlights?

Yes. Bright LED headlights are one of the major upgrades the R21PLUS receives over the standard R21 Spirit.

Does the Riccar Spirit Plus automatically adjust to carpet height?

Yes. The nozzle automatically adjusts to different carpet and rug heights without requiring a manual height selector.

Can the Riccar Spirit Plus clean hard floors?

Yes. The R21PLUS includes a dedicated bare-floor tool with a washable microfiber pad for hardwood, vinyl and other hard-floor surfaces.

How long is the Riccar Spirit Plus power cord?

The R21PLUS includes a 30-foot power cord.

Does the R21PLUS include a metal brush roll?

Yes. Riccar specifies a durable metal brush roll.

Does the Riccar Spirit Plus include a hose and wand?

Yes. It includes a stretch hose and an upgraded stainless-steel telescoping wand.

What tools come with the Riccar Spirit Plus?

The R21PLUS includes a crevice tool, upholstery tool, bare-floor nozzle with microfiber pad, hose and telescoping wand.

Can the Riccar Spirit Plus clean under furniture?

Yes. The upright can recline nearly flat to reach underneath beds, chairs, tables and other low furniture.

Where is the Riccar Spirit Plus assembled?

Riccar states that the Spirit Plus is assembled in St. James, Missouri.

What is the Riccar Spirit Plus warranty?

Riccar currently lists a 3-year household warranty and a 90-day commercial warranty for the R21 Spirit Plus.