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2/12/2012

Versus Rechargeable Bare Floor Review

Versus Rechargeable Bare Floor
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I'm not sure how long this has been out but I'm surprised no one has reviewed it yet. I LOVE this sweeper for my hard wood floors in the kitchen. I have a toddler who makes a mess every time he eats and I keep this in the corner near the table. As part of my clean up routine at every meal, I just grab this out of the corner, turn it on and in 5 seconds I have all the crumbs vacuumed up off the floor. It is so lightweight and easy to turn on and off. It swivels as I turn it so it can reach around the chair and table legs. If it were not for the ease of this sweeper, I would probably have crumbs on the floor most of the time. But with this machine I can feel good about the fact that at least my floor is not filthy! I cannot say the same for the rest of the kitchen, sure wish they had something like this for it.

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Versus Rechargeable Bare Floor Vac. # Cordless bare-floor vacuum cleaner runs up to 20 minutes per charge # V-shaped base directs large debris into center suction path # Arms pick up fine particles and capture debris in hard-to-reach places # Low profile; bagless dirt container; foot-activated power switch

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Pro-Team Super QuarterVac HEPA Backpack Vacuum Cleaner Review

Pro-Team Super QuarterVac HEPA Backpack Vacuum Cleaner
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My wife and I moved into a new two-story home 3 months ago. In our one story home we used a Kenmore brand upright which we still have and after 8 years of use it still works very well. Our dilemma is with the two story house and stairway. We went from a 2,400 sqft home to a 4,700 sqft home. Lugging the good old Kenmore up and down the stairs and covering all the nooks and crannies, including the stairway, is quite a workout. My wife and daughter rely on me to move the vac when it's time to clean.
So I sought out reviews on a backback vac, after all that's what the commercial cleaners use right. Consumer Reports only covers canisters and uprights and all other reviews covered commercial applications, so not a lot of homeowner info to go by. So what do you do? Make the plunge and hope it works.
Well after two cleanings we are VERY impressed! This think sucks and we can vacuum the house in half the time it takes with our upright. Besides carpet we have wood and tile floors plus a pet that, unfortunately, sheds. We can vacuum quicker than using a broom and dustpan. This thing is great and as quite (by vacuum standards) as our Kenmore. We have stressed wood floors, ceramic and natural stone tiled floors along with looped carpeting. I suggest getting the optional wood floor 14" attachment and the floor duster (has a cloth mitt) for wood shutters or blinds... yes it cleans them as well.
A little cumbersome at first getting this to fit on your back but once you're set tell people to get out of your way... you will be done in no time! By the way most of our neighbors use cleaning services. We're cheap and prefer to do it ourselves at our convenience. That's how we justified the cost.


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Backpack commercial vacuum cleaner. The lightweight Super QuarterVac combines the power of the Super CoachVac in a smaller body size. Perfect for operators cleaning small to mid-sized commercial buildings and individual businesses. 1272 watt/9.6 amp motor, Four level fitration, 10 lbs. main unit, 14 inch cleaning path 67 dB sound level, 150 CFM airflow, On-board tools, HEPA Filtration, 3 year warranty.

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1/27/2012

Perfect Model PB1006 Commercial Back Pack Vacuum Cleaner - 6qt. Capacity - Includes Attachments Review

Perfect Model PB1006 Commercial Back Pack Vacuum Cleaner - 6qt. Capacity - Includes Attachments
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This is a review about a product, and about a product category. I'm going to start with the category - backpack vacuums.
Backpack vacuums are worn on the back, with a hose leading to the business end of the unit. Commercial cleaners use them all the time: in office buildings and homes. Why? Because they are more efficient! You can cover more ground in less time with less hassle. They are often more powerful than uprights and canisters because the air flow can be direct without rerouting around corners.
What's the tradeoff? You have to carry it. But, it's a lot easier to wear a 10 lb. backpack than it is to push or pull one on wheels on the floor. Far less wear and tear on the shoulder and arm because you only push or pull the wand. And, on stairs, it's a dream! My wife is 5'2" and 100 lbs, and she can carry it easily. In fact, our kids were carrying more to and from school when they were only 9 or 10.
Now, on to the Perfect PB1006. It's great!
First, the downside: the thing looks commercial. It's a grey plastic cylinder with a big logo nameplate. Nothing sleek or colorful. But, it's light, the shoulder and hip straps are padded and comfortable, and the thing sucks up dirt very quietly. Plugging the 50' cord around the middle of our two story house, I can vacuum every corner without moving the plug. My 17 year old son even said that it was fun!
The unit comes with a full set of attachments: rug, floor, upholstery, crevice, even one to vacuum from side to side across large carpets. It's easy to set up - push together the steel tube (nice double bend design) and attach a tool, push the hose into the unit, plug it in and turn it on. The switch is right on your hip (although I did turn it off by mistake a couple times before I got used to the location).
When you turn it on, you notice that even though the unit is right on your back, it makes no more noise than an upright or a canister. There is no significant vibration. And boy does it suck up dirt. The first time I used it, I noticed immediately that the corners of the room were cleaner, rugs were about the same even without a beater brush, and hard floors were much cleaner.
This is simply the best solution for vacuuming, even if you only do your home and cleaning is not your profession.

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Nice Commercial 1.5" attachment set includes, 2 S-shaped wands, crevice tool, dusting brush, upholstery nozzle, bare-floor brush, carpet attachment, and paddle tool.

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1/06/2012

Dirt Devil M083414 Extreme Power Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner Review

Dirt Devil M083414 Extreme Power Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner
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Having just put tile throughout the house, and living with 3 dogs and 2 cats, I hated hauling out the heavy vacuum and plugging it in. And then unplugging and plugging again and again all the while dragging it around the house.. This little wonder does the whole house, is light and does the job. The only complaint I could possibly have is that the dirt cup is quite small and has to be emptied frequently. This, of course, would vary depending on how much animal hair accumulates on ones floor.

I would heartily reccommend this device because of it's ease of use, lack of weight and powerful suction.
I love it and could sell them door to door they are so great.

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Extreme power stick vacuum with a rotating brush for carpet cleaning.

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12/14/2011

Hoover® Commercial Elite Lightweight Bag-Style Upright Vacuum, 11lbs, Black Review

Hoover® Commercial Elite Lightweight Bag-Style Upright Vacuum, 11lbs, Black
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This is an inexpensive vacuum cleaner without hose or tools. It vacuums well with good suction and is lightweight. The only drawback is that it is very loud.

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Hoover® Commercial Elite Lightweight Bag-Style Upright Vacuum, 11lbs, BlackThis easy-to-maneuver 11-lb. bag-style unit makes vacuuming a lot easier. The triple filtration system retains up to 99% of pollens and dust and ensures a high level of cleaning performance. Includes an automatic carpet or bare floor adjustment with dual brushed edge cleaning, large easy-change bag, furniture guard. Current: 7.1 A; Global Product Type: Vacuum Cleaners; Voltage: 120.0 V; Power: N/A.

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12/13/2011

Eureka 433A Optima Lightweight Bagless Upright Vacuum Review

Eureka 433A Optima Lightweight Bagless Upright Vacuum
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This vacuum works as well (or better)than the large, heavy uprights. The suction is excellent & it is easy to use. It is so light!!! Canister removes easily for empting. I like that you can turn off the brush when you use the hose. This one does not have all of the bells and whistles of a more expensive vacuum, but if you are just looking for one that cleans well and is "user friendly" - this is the one!

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The Eureka 433A Optima Lightweight Bagless Upright Vacuum offers the power of an upright at 1/2 the weight! It also features the only soft-grip, looped handle that adjusts to more than 8 positions so you can find the perfect height and the most comfortable grip at any angle. With a 12-amp motor for deep cleaning of carpets, an on/off brushroll for cleaning bare floors and on-board tools for above the floor cleaning, you'll never have to worry about a dirty house again.

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10/21/2011

Eureka 409B The Boss Superlite Widetrack Vacuum Review

Eureka 409B The Boss Superlite Widetrack Vacuum
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Great little picker-upper of dirt, animal hair, etc.on plain or carpeted floors, but it is a srceamer when it comes to noise. It gets the four stars from me for that reason.

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This lightweight Eureka vacuum cleans beautifully on carpet and bare floors and is fun to use.Strong enough for any job with a telescopic handle and a motorized brushroll it combines two powerful motors, an easy-empty dirt cup and an extra long power cord to offer powerful cleaning and convenience.

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Euroflex SC60 Review

Euroflex SC60
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I bought this from Sam's online for 89.00 I believe. It was shipped in a beat up cardboard box (not new in box). When I opened the tank, I noticed it had water in it (once again, used/refurbished). I called Sam's and they are returning it, as it was sold to me "new".
Anyway, with all that said, I found it to be a good steamer for the cost. It only took 5 min to heat up, and the pressure was great (at first)! It blasted away all the dust on my baseboards (they look like new), and steamed my hardwood floors and tile great, without any mop up at all! The detail nozzle got my grout really clean!!! However, that did require lots of mop up!
Pros: Easy to use, lightweight, low noise on motor, hot water, great pressure at first.
Cons: Not many tools (need one a bit bigger than detail nozzle), short cord (use extension), Pressure seems to lack after repeated use (this is very noticeable). Made in UK (parts are only available overseas)
Now, I don't know how much of the lack of pressure resulted in the fact that I apparently bought a used version.
I think I am going to try another steamer solely based on the availablity of parts. I may get stuck with it if it breaks after a period of time and I am not going to pay overseas shipping!

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Safely clean and sanitize every nook and cranny of your home with our Monster Steam Cleaner. Mobility is not a problem with its roll-about canister and lightweight shoulder strap for portable cleaning.

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10/13/2011

Electrolux Home Care 1934A The Boss Upright Vacuum Review

Electrolux Home Care 1934A The Boss Upright Vacuum
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I just moved into an apartment with a new synthetic carpet that sheds like a pack of afghan hounds; it choked my bagless vacuum in under a minute. I needed a sturdy, no-frills, bagged vacuum like the Montgomery Ward upright I used for over 20 years before it died.
This model was almost identical, and now that I've had it for a few weeks, I'm happy as a clam. It has an old-fashioned rotating brush/beater roller, 5 carpet height adjustments, great suction for 5 amps, and comes pre-fitted with a humongous disposable liner bag (type F&G), plus a spare belt for the roller. Some parts that used to be steel have been replaced with thick plastic, but it seems plenty sturdy, and it's much lighter to maneuver and carry than my old all-steel model. The on/off button and lock/unlock for the handle are both on the base, so they're foot controls; carpet height is adjusted by a dial on the front of the base. The long cord (20 feet or so) doesn't retract, you just wind it over hooks on the handle. The spring-attached fabric bag has a full-length zipper, inside which the disposable bag (which fills the cover from end to end) slides on with another spring. Quick, simple.
One pass with this puppy picked up enough carpet fluff missed by the bagless to knit a throw rug, but there's still plenty of room left for future dirt. It's also a lot less noisy than my smaller bagless. The only qualm I had in buying this was the lack of attachments for cleaning upholstery & suchlike, but I found an inexpensive accessory kit made for it (crevice tool, round dust brush, upholstery brush, extension tubes, looooong flexible hose) right here on Amazon: the "Electrolux Home Care 60E 6-Piece Deluxe Tool Set," so my joy is complete.
Though the image on this page looks rather green, the vacuum is actually jet black, and the bag is a black-white-red random print. It comes in a flat box, minor assembly required. Highly recommended for those who remember how good the old vacuums were, don't want to spend a fortune just to clean their carpets, or are into retro styling.

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This traditional upright is a proven design, perfect for cleaning carpets in your home, and weighs only 11 lb. Remove all the dirt and debris from your carpets with the 5A motor and soft style bag. Lightweight. 4 position carpet height adjustment. Large c

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10/03/2011

Electrolux Ergorapido 2-in-1 Stick & Hand Vac, EL1012A 1 ea Review

Electrolux Ergorapido 2-in-1 Stick and Hand Vac, EL1012A 1 ea
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This is the most INCREDIBLE stick vac and hand vac! I really LOVE it! I am used to my Kirby and while I adore it, I was really curious about this item. My opinion is that Electrolux has a wonderful reputation and paired with the potentially extreme convenience I decided to give this a try. I have 2 babies, 2 kitties, hardwood floors throughout with some ceramic tile and a couple of area rugs. This item is fabulous on each and every surface! I use it on all floor surfaces, rugs, furniture, even bedding (ie: kitties go under the bed leaving their fur on the dust ruffles) with great results! It will pick up kitty hair, remodeling dust, new rug shedding, cheerios, and more! I've seen gripes about emptying the 'chamber' and, in my opinion, if you don't want your stick vac to pick up debris - find a cheaper stick vac! This one is absolutely wonderful, worth every penny and then some! Buy It!

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9/15/2011

Commercial Guardsman Bagless Upright Vacuum, 16lbs, Black Review

Commercial Guardsman Bagless Upright Vacuum, 16lbs, Black
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Vacuum started falling apart with the first usage. They are sending a replacement. Hope we just got a lemon on the first try. If so will edit review.

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HVRC1433010Don't be afraid to take on tough, commercial cleaning jobs. This vacuum cleaner features an extra-powerful 6.0 amp, commercial-grade motor with an extra-strong, polycarbonate base. Offers users a four-position height adjustment in order to effectively clean on a wide range of carpet styles. Other features include: furniture guard, all-steel two-brush agitator, dual edge cleaning and a finger-tip on/off switch. Current: 6 A; Global Product Type: Vacuum Cleaners; Voltage: N/A; Power: N/A.PRODUCT DETAILS: -Post-Consumer Recycled Content Percent : 0 pct. -Headlight: No. -Replacement Belt: HVR-40201062. -Pre-Consumer Recycled Content Percent : 0 pct. -Cleaning Path : 12 in. -Body Material: Polycarbonate Base. -On-Board Tools: No. -Cord Length : 35 ft. -Current : 6 A. -Height Adjustment: Four-Position. -Global Product Type: Vacuum Cleaners. -Compliance, Standards: CSA, OSHA Approved for commercial use. -Weight : 16.00 lb. -Color(s): Black. -Total Recycled Content Percent : 0 pct. -Dust/Dirt Cup: E-Z EmptyDirt Cup (incl.). -Furniture Guard: Yes. Package: Includes one commercial upright vacuum cleaner.Warranty: Manufacturer's one-year commercial warranty.

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9/07/2011

Eureka Pet Lover Oh Upright Bagless Vacuum, 439AZ Review

Eureka Pet Lover Oh Upright Bagless Vacuum, 439AZ
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This is a great little vacuum!
Assembly:
Easy-as long as you read the short, clear directions (with pictures). I was using it within 10 minutes of opening the box.
Size:
small, which is great for me. I have a 2 bedroom villa style townhome, with tile everywhere but the bedrooms and stairs. This is a great size for me; but if you have a big home, or even a moderate-sized home with a lot of carpet, this may not be the best choice for you.
Handling:
Easy again. It's light compaired to the big vacuums, but the high end of average for the little vacuums. I like it though, it self-propels easily and turns well. The only thing I don't like is you have to manually unlock the base (or "foot") from the upright position by holding it with your foot while moving the handle back/downwards.
Cleaning:
You can't get much easier than this unit when it comes to cleaning it out- you push a button, and the container pops out. The top easily twists off, and you just dump it out. The filter has to be cleaned here and there too. It's just as easy to put it back in (unlike my last vacuum... ugh)
Effective?
Absolutely. I have 3 cats- that shed allll the time. Chairs and sofas were a constant battle between us and the kitties... but now, we've WON!
the power paw is especially great.
Value:
TOTALLY worth the money! As long as you don't have a huge house with wall to wall carpet, you should give this one a try!

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If you love your pets, but not necessarily their odor or loose hair, the Eureka Pet Lover Oh! is your ideal vacuum. Its Pet Power Paw uses plastic teeth to loosen the pet hair from your floor, a rubber strip to grab the hair, and bristles to remove it. A charcoal filter with HEPA filtration absorbs the odor and reduces allergens for cleaner air to breathe. Use the included upholstery brush to reach those tight spaces. The soft-grip looped handle is comfortable to use at any angle. It also adjusts to 13 positions to match your height. 12 amps with 20-foot power cord. 11-inch cleaning path. 13 x 15 x 44.5 inches. 11.8 pounds. 1-year warranty. Formerly the Optima Pet Lover.

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9/01/2011

Bissell Versus Bare-Floor Vacuum with Brushless V-Shape Technology, 76T8 Review

Bissell Versus Bare-Floor Vacuum with Brushless V-Shape Technology, 76T8
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Okay..let me start by saying that I have 2 (SHEDDING) dogs who have a doggie door to the backyard and are in and out all day long tracking dirt/leaves inside constantly. Let me also say that I have all hardwood floors throughout, and have been called OCD on the cleanliness of my home. Before purchasing the Bissell Versus, I owned 1 standard (HEAVY) upright vac (Dirt Devil), 2 cordless vacs (one being a Shark), and 2 handheld vacs.
Always on a mission to find the perfect vacuum cleaner, I got sucked (pun intended) right into the infomercial on the Bissell Versus. After reading online reviews (some great, some bad), I decided what the heck..I'll give it a shot. Here is what I found after using it last night for the first time:
1) Hard to find in-stores, but finally found at a local Target on sale for $59. (Yay!)
2) Easy to put together. REALLY easy.
3) Worried about the reviews saying it was hard to maneuver, I found it quite easy (I'm puny)! I didn't find it to be too "top-heavy" at all. WAY lighter than my normal upright vac, and the "V" head makes vacuuming around tables/chairs/furniture so much easier.
4) Vacuumed all of my dog-hair-tumbleweeds without any problem at all, regardless of how big they were, including some larger leaves that had fallen from my houseplants, and one (LARGE) dead bug that appeared sometime while I was out buying this vacuum. I was also very happy with how much dust it picked up! I personally didn't have a problem with the expelled air blowing around hair/debris..the vac sucked it right up before it got too far away.
5) The many reviews complaining about how short the cord is, had me worried I'd spend half my time unplugging/replugging. Although it IS shorter than my normal upright vac, it wasn't AT ALL as bad as some said.
6) Reviews also had me worried about it not getting hair against the floor's baseboard due to the "V" shape - but I didn't have any problems at all. I thought I'd need to use the Crevice Tool/Hose to get against the walls, but thankfully found I didn't even need it (well, just once to get behind the fridge).
7) I LOVE the fact that it is bagless..and I LOVE LOVE LOVE the fact that it doesn't have a roller underneath to get hair/yarn/fuzz wrapped around! I hated trying to cut/unravel that nastiness from around my upright's roller. The Versus just has a big hole that everything gets sucked up! The most interaction I had with the underside, was to pull the fur off of the little "squeegee" thingy after I was done vacuuming my whole house..all of 2 seconds.
8) The only CON I could find, was that I tried to use it to vacuum the dog hair off of a couple floor mats, but it just wasn't doing the job. I'll still have to use my HEAVY one for that, or one of my handhelds.
So, needless to say..I highly recommend the Bissell Versus. :)

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Equipped with a powerful 12 amp motor and a unique V-shaped base, this upright vacuum cleaner directs dry messes into the center suction path while picking up fine particles along the arms, making quick, easy work of keeping bare floors and low-pile carpeting clean throughout the house. The vacuum's innovative shape reaches into corners and tight spots, plus cleans right up to the edge and along baseboards. It can even handle larger-size debris thanks to its funneling effect. Use the cleaner to remove soccer-cleat dirt by the front door, spilled cereal crunching under foot in the kitchen, food crumbs around chair legs and under cabinets, and pet hair that collects just about everywhere. The vacuum cleaner also provides a swivel head, which pivots left and right to ensure smooth maneuverability, a durable wire-reinforced 6-5/9-foot stretch hose, and a crevice tool for cleaning upholstery or hard-to-reach places. Other thoughtful design details include a 13-inch cleaning path, a 19-2/3-foot power cord with a quick-release cord wrap, a pre-motor filter, and a dirt container, which means no expensive bags to buy. The bare-floor vacuum cleaner measures 13 by 13 by 45-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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8/30/2011

Euroflex Monster Super Swivel Cordless Sweeper - Red Review

Euroflex Monster Super Swivel Cordless Sweeper - Red
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This is a great light vac and I am a repeat customer. It picks up things like rock salt and paper clips that give a regular vac problems. Excellent for quick clean up and everyday use.

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The Monster Super Sweeper is the ideal tool for super fast and easy cleanup.Its 9" cleaning path and extra thick brush pick up anything from bread crumbs to bolts. With its light weight and long lasting battery life, this sweeper delivers unparalleled ease of use. It's the ideal cleaning tool for homes, dorms, restaurants and offices.

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8/26/2011

Bissell Momentum Upright Vacuum, Bagless, 82G71 Review

Bissell Momentum Upright Vacuum, Bagless, 82G71
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We were fed up with our top-of-the-line Kenmore vacuum, which we bought in the hopes that a more expensive machine would also be more effective than the previous Hoovers and Eurekas that we suffered with. But that expensive monster was a nightmare from day one till the very end...and we decided that it might be better for us to buy a cheaper machine and replace it every year. We got recommendations from friends of ours to try out Bissell vacuum, and reviews on Amazon pointed us to this line of vacuums. We couldn't wait for it to be shipped to us, so we went to Target and found it on sale for $89. Yay!
Came home, took it out of the box, and discovered that the hose had to be attached, which was a bit of a challenge to the men of our household ;) But after that, it was good to go. And boy, does it ever go!!! It sucks stuff right out of the carpet, tends to take out a good bit of lint too, and the dust cup got filled very fast the first couple times we vacuumed our house. I think we had to empty the cup a few times the first time we vacuumed! So, that was very rewarding.
It's been a few months now that we've had this machine, and it's still behaving itself. The only thing that seems a bit weak is the hose, which got twisted out of shape at the head end, but we can live with that. It still has the same suction power, and doesn't cause us any undue grief, and if it does, I believe the hose is easy to replace.
The dust cup is nice...I was wary of going the bag-less route, but the convenience of this surprised me pleasantly. Empty the cup into a grocery bag once the dust has settled (we do it before we run it again, rather than after a vacuum session) so that dust does not rise up in a soft cloud. There is an indicator light which tells you when the machine is not at its optimum suctioning power, and this is beyond useful! Wash your filter when the indicator goes to red, and you'll be back to normal.
The 35 (or 40?) foot cord is very nice. Make sure you do not get it trapped underneath the brush, as the cord's outer coating will get worn off; you will be an unhappy person when that happens! (A bit of electrical tape will take care of it when it happens, though.)
I took off one star because of the somewhat weakly-constructed hose, and the fact that the brushes can't be turned off when using the attachments or doing bare floors.
Happy vacuuming!

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With a HEPA media filter capturing 99.9 percent of dust mites, pollens, and ragweeds, the bagless Bissell Momentum Vacuum is an ideal tool for keeping your home clean and the air at its most breathable. Great on carpets, bare floors, upholstery, and even your vehicle, the Momentum\'s cyclonic cleaning action involves a powerful suction with the exclusive DirtLifter brush system. Even hard-to-reach spots like baseboards or the edge of furniture are no problem for the Momentum\'s dual-edge cleaning. Use the included TurboBrush for stairs and upholstery. 15-inch cleaning path helps you finish vacuuming in a hurry. Choose from 7 different height settings. Clean filter indicator monitors your airflow and lets you know when it\'s time to clean the HEPA filter. Roomy dirt container empties easily. Also includes crevice tool, combination dusting brush/upholstery tool, extension wand for reaching ceilings and under furniture, headlight, soft bumper, carrying handle, and 30-foot power cord. 12-amp power rating. 10.2 x 15.2 x 32.2 inches. 23.2 pounds. Limited 1-year warranty.

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7/16/2011

Euro-Pro Shark V1725 Quick-and-Quiet 10-Inch Cordless Sweeper Review

Euro-Pro Shark V1725 Quick-and-Quiet 10-Inch Cordless Sweeper
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I have this one and the 3 speed shark sweeper, and I like this one alot better. It is more compact, so it gets around places real easy, where the other is 13 inches wide and won't fitin certain areas as easily. I use it everyday and it runs fine, with no problems. The bigger one seems to bog down on carpets, even when I set it for carpets, but not this little guy.. Oh, and this quick n quiet sweeper is alot quieter that the bigger ones, but does the job as good or better in my opinion..

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Shark Quick and Quiet 10-inch Cordless Sweeper

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7/07/2011

Shark Multi-Vac, NH15 Review

Shark Multi-Vac, NH15
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I really wanted to like the Shark Multi-Vac, but, God help me, I'm about to throw it out the window! At first I thought having a vacuum with multiple uses (hand vac, upright vac, and canister vac) would be great, but changing from one configuration to another takes a degree in rocket science and a lot of energy. I'm generally a very tech-y girl, but I really don't want to be deconstructing and reconstructing a robot when all I want to do is vacuum the kitchen floor!!
Deep breath.
For ease of reading, I'll list the pros and cons (of which there are many):
Pros:
* Low Price: With one of those 20% coupons Bed, Bath and Beyond sends in the mail what seems like every day, I was able to buy the Shark Multi-Vac for about $80 at the BB&B on Queens Blvd.
* Small Size: Petite for a small home/apartment
* Powerful Suction: The suction was so strong it actually got hard to push on some of my carpets. (Wait, does that make the suction a con in this instance?)
* Back Saver Attachment: This attachment, used in canister mode, allows you to get under furniture without moving heavy pieces or straining your back. However, I couldn't even figure out how to convert the vacuum to canister mode and I strained my back with frustration anyway!
* Purple Vacuum: Need I say more?
Cons:
* Crazy Swivel Steering: I would have thought swivel steering would be a pro, but it is actually really hard to steer the vacuum where you want it. I had a hard time pushing the vacuum straight ahead and actually needed to lift it and replace it down on the floor a couple of times.
* Complicated Design: As I said above, it is difficult to transition from one vacuum format to another and putting the vacuum together out of the box was like building a spaceship (I exaggerate a little, of course). You also need to remove the entire hand vacuum from the stick to empty the dust cup, which is supremely annoying.
* Inconvenient Power Switch Location: Unless you have some serious monkey toes, you'll need to bend down to the bottom of the vac to reach the power switch, which out of multi-use necessity must be on the hand vac canister. This pregnant lady did not appreciate that.
* No Beater Brush: The upright vac does not have a beater brush, which means the vac won't kick up things and I had trouble picking up even a feather from our extremely low-pile carpeting. (I did have more success with the upright vac in our tiled kitchen.)
* Heavy: Despite being advertised as "light-weight," this Shark is actually a bit of a chore to push around. Perhaps this is an unfortunate side effect, however, of the difficult steering and super suction.
* Short Hose: Forget about cleaning your curtains when the vac is in upright mode. The most you're stretching this hose is two feet and it doesn't come with a long-reaching nozzle attachment.
The bottom line is that I must return this vacuum before it drives me crazy. I was blinded by how cool and gadgety the Shark Multi-Vac Looks, but I've learned a lesson that simple and dependable is generally the way to go with household appliances.

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Offering excellent versatility, the Euro-Pro Shark Multi-Vac (model NH15) is a great choice for hard surface floors, carpets, high ceilings, hard-to-reach spaces, and more. It effortlessly converts from a hand vacuum to an above-floor canister to a maneuverable stick vacuum in no time at all. When faced with needing to get into tight spaces, just detach the Portable Canister at the heart of the Euro-Pro Shark and use it with a short hose or with the long hose and powerhead controlled by the Backsaver handle--which clips to the hose and allows you to stand upright while both holding the canister and maneuvering the hose.
The high clearance of the main powerhead allows you to effortlessly pick up large particles, and it comes with a variety of versatile attachments to help you tackle any cleaning task--including pet hair power brush and 2-in-1 crevice/dusting tool. Other features include a large capacity dust cup that easily empties with the push of a button and a 25-foot cord. This unit measures 45 by 12 by 10 inches (HxWxD) and its removable canister measures 15 by 6 inches; it weighs just 11 pounds. It comes with 3 replacement filters and is backed by a 5-year limited warranty.

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