 Great Machine... Only One Concern |
| Review Date: August 28, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Daddy Bear, Atlanta |
I bought this as my wife wanted to have a machine that has the power of the bagless, without the messy transfer into the garbage. We have had two bagless vacuums, and overall they have turned out to be very nice machines, however, we have dogs and kids, and transferring pet hair and dirt into the trash was/is a daunting and disgusting task. My wife wanted something that she could easily operate, that was powerful, and had the ability to self-propel when she wanted it.
We picked this machine on blind faith, as there was little information on this at the time. It has turned out to be a great purchase. The joystick like nature of the self-propel takes a minute or two to get used to, but it is actually nice and responsive to the speed you are pushing it. My kids even want to help using this vacuum, because it is slightly like playing a video game.
Here are the two negatives. One against Amazon, one against the product...
1. The vacuum is a little heavy compared to other vacuums, but it isn't the heaviest vacuum we have owned. Far from it. All self-propelled vacuums are a little heavier because of the extra equipment.
2. Amazon sent us an opened box machine. We realized it halfway into getting it ready. The cords were put back together with garbage twist ties, and the bags it comes with were loose at the bottom of the box. That surprised us as we have purchased many things from Amazon with no issue (TV, small appliances, etc). We tried it out and have had no issues, but I personally don't feel we should have paid full price on a vacuum that was open. We didn't have the time to return it for another. This is my concern as to the long-term effects of purchasing an open box. |
Took longer to get out of box than to set up & use!
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| Review Date: August 27, 2009 |
| Reviewer: T. V. Davis, Nevada, United States |
I just got this product from an in-store retailer. It literally took me less than two minutes to install the handle, screw in two screws & remove a bit of tape! The unit came with many replacement bags, and one of them was already installed. Even on the "normal" setting, the unit did an awesome job sucking up my long-haired cat's hair. It is lighter than the old Hoover Wind Tunnel unit I purchased about eight years ago.
I like it. Now my poor Roomba can get a break! |
Happy shopper
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| Review Date: October 2, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Russell Tate, Eastern North Carolina, USA |
| This vacuum is what finally convinced my wife that an upright is better than a cannister. It was rated a Best Buy by unbiased Consumer Reports testers, and Hoover has a longtime reputation for quality and durability. We have indoor cats, and it does a great job on pet fur as well as dirt and dust. The HEPA filtration is a blessing. The price was right, and delivery was prompt. Highly recommended. |
Another wonderful Hoover!
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| Review Date: February 6, 2010 |
| Reviewer: kls, MD |
This is my 4th Hoover in 29 years. Each one gets better than the last. I use my vacuum at least every other day so it is used very hard. The self propelled is the only way to go for me. It makes cleaning a breeze! The edge cleaning is great as it is on both sides instead of just one. The "pet tool" is the absolute best for cleaning upholstery and steps. I have a dog and have to do it at least once a week.
Hoover is a name I always trust.
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ditto.... Great Machine... Only One Concern
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| Review Date: January 29, 2010 |
| Reviewer: djinx, Central U.S. |
| Just like a previous review I received an open box, though mine contained a defective unit. It took me 5 minutes online to notified Amazon, who promptly cross shipped another (unopened) unit which I received in 2 days. The new unit works great and like so many others who have posted, not having the mess of a bag-less unit is great. Would defiantly recommend. Thank You Amazon for the swift response. |
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