Eureka 8851AVZ Capture Plus Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner Review

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(More customer reviews)This is one heavy vacuum and it has a louder than usual noise, a pitch that hurt my ears.However, the amount of dust and lint in the canister was amazing and the "power paw" is great for stairs and furniture and the duster is really a nice feature.The way it cleans itself is so cool.Overall, I'd say this is a great vacuum, but he noise and weight take away a few stars.

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Powerful bagless upright with a system that filters all the fine dirt through the HEPA filter for cleaner indoor air. Eureka exclusive telescopic self-cleaning duster extends 3 feet. Ideal for cleaning ceiling fans, blinds, book case tops and more. This model has a 15" cleaning path for faster cleaning. Nested wand/crevice, dusting brush, deluxe clear stretch hose and 30 ft. cord.

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Panasonic OptiFlow Lightweight Canister Vacuum Cleaner, Bagged, MC-CG885 Review

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(More customer reviews)Panasonic MC-CG885 OptiFlow Lightweight Bag Canister Vacuum Cleaner

This vacuum cleaner sucks. There I said it, now that that's out of the way let's get down to the nitty gritty the down and dirty.For the past five years or so I've only been using bag less vacuums. I have three. A Eureka upright, a Panasonic small canister and a DustBuster. Bag less vacuums are a breed unto themselves. You get to save the cost of the bags but you have to figure out how to empty them without making a bigger mess than you just cleaned up.You have to supply a bag of some sort so you can contain the dirt and dispose of it neatly.With a bag vacuum like the MC-CG885 that's not a problem. What IS a problem is the bag inside is quite small and very costly. As Amazon doesn't sell it (yet??) I found it on the Internet for about $6 per bag. For a bag as small as it is, that could be quite an expensive proposition to maintain. My first thought is if you have new carpet, they usually shed for quite a while (my bag less upright pulled up a lot of blue fuzz) and you'll fill these bags very quickly. Going back to my first sentence, this "OptiFlow" has a lot of suction power. That's good it pulled up dirt like nobody's business.

To begin back at the beginning, assembling this vacuum was relatively easy. The hose attaches to the body with an easy twist and the wands also go together with positive latching mechanisms that are quite secure. Just make sure you connect the outboard power line so the beater bar and light get their power. It's a simple, one way is right, positive connection. When it's all together I noticed a few issues. There is a hook on the body to support the wand and head in an upright position for storage or rest. It sometimes tips over.If the head is set to anything other than extra low it always tips over.It won't park as easily as an upright.It on the other hand isn't as heavy as a typical upright. It's fairly maneuverable too. It has three free spinning casters on its bottom and they roll easily on carpet or floor. I have both.The power cord is VERY long so you can plug it in and clean a large area or maybe two rooms.It retracts easily with the press of the large button on the top of the canister. Under the "hood"it has hidden storage for the crevice tool and small brush. Both work as expected. The business end of the hose has a pistol type grip and sliding on off switch. This is where you can attach the tools or by disconnecting the head end power cord you can use one of the rods for an extended reach.The power switch is an Off, Floor, Carpet three position switch. It also controls the beater bar on the head piece.It operates smoothly and efficiently.

I experimented with different heightsfor the head end. At its lowest setting it has a tendency to want to pull you forward, It's very strong and digs into the carpet. As I raised it that corrected the situation and still got the cleaning done. Just be careful to get the right height setting.As for cleaning a floor, not so good. Light or loose dust is fine but for heavier grime you'll need something better for that. It's not a mop.

Changing the bag is easy and neat. It rests in a basket that has a handle to lift it out of the body. It's all under the big hood that opens easily. That the bag is small and expensive is the biggest most damning strike on this otherwise fine vacuum. It is also relatively quiet for one that is as powerful as it is. I would love to see Panasonic come up with an emptyable cartridge that would go where the bag is, but that's not going to happen.

To sum up. It's strong, quiet, easy to use and does a very good job. I just can't get over the fact that you will be running up serious expenses on bags.

UPDATE: March 14: I would raise the Star level to 4 now that Amazon is selling the bags and at a reasonable price (4 for $10). It ends my biggest gripe.

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OptiFlow Canister Vacuum Cleaner, 360 Degree Swivel Hose, Easy Grip Handle, On/Off switch on body, Bare Floor Switch on handle, Performance Indicator, Power Nozzle Overload Protector, 24-inch Cord with Automatic Cord Reel, Powerful 12 Amp Motor, 3-Stage HEPA Filter System, Tools on-board include: Dusting Brush, crevice tool, 14-inchNozzle, Headlight, 4-Position Chrome Wand, 6-inch Hose, Removable Outflow Bag Caddy, Replacement accessories:Dust Bag (AMC-J3EP), HEPA Filter (AMV95K5J0H0P)

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Eureka Pet Lover Oh! Upright Bagless Vacuum, 439AZ Review

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(More customer reviews)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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Eureka 4870HZ Boss SmartVac Upright Vacuum, Blue Review

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(More customer reviews)Consumer Reports rated an earlier version (4870) as a "best buy."By the time their articles went to print, two models 4870HG and 4870HZ, were released and neither has had a price increase.I bought the recent HZ from Amazon.com and it was delivered UPS in two days in a tall box which told me it was already assembled.Assembly for attachements and a reading the instructions was a 3 minute process.It is much quieter than my prior 1999 Hoover Bag Model and Bissell 2003 Bagless, both of which still ran but did not pick up much.It picks up so much and so fast, you won't have to waste $150 to have your carpets cleaned (assuming no embedded stains like grape juice).You will love it.There is not enough space on here to say all the great things about it.The price ended up including a second replacement bag and a replacement drive belt.Too many great features to mention here.

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Includes Boss® SmartVac® Upright Vacuum (Blue) - 4870HZ, Power Paw™ with Riser Visor™, Deluxe Upholstery Tool, Dusting Brush, Crevice Tool

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BISSELL Rewind SmartClean Bagless Upright Vacuum Review

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(More customer reviews)As I stated above this model is an updated version of the Bissell Cleanview Deluxe.I had that vacuum and was sad to give it up in an out of state move.Since my move (I couldn't find another Cleanview to purchsae at that time) I bought a cheap Dirt Devil Extreme Quick vac to get by (with a HEPA filter) and it served me well but would fill up too quickly and lose suction with cat fur and a lot of long human hair.I had been looking to find an updated version of the Cleanview and *poof* recently the SmartClean appeared on amazon before I found it anywhere else. I purchased it without hesitation.

I couldn't wait to get this out of the box and try it out. So far I like it a lot. Felt a bit more bulky than the Cleanview I had, but has the familiar handling.This Bissell added a few features, the retractable cord winder is nice, but I find that it retracts slightly while I vacuum which is a pretty minor annoyance.Suction is great and the included attachments are nice--same as the old Cleanview (powerprush, crevice tool, extender, and upholstery tool.There is a bit more air filtering than the Cleanview but has the same Dirt sensor "red light green light" which makes vacuuming more fun/productive. I simply couldn't believe the dust/pet dander that this vacuum picked up the first time I used it that the Dirt Devil had been missing.HEPA filter is great and necessary for my allergies.For the price range this vacuum is a great purchase, I hope to keep it for a while.

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The unique SmartClean System was created with you in mind. The Clean Carpet Sensor helps to detect the areas in your carpet that need some extra attention; the red light will stay on for you until the area is clean and you'll know you're finished when the green light stays on. Also, the Clean Filter Indicator takes the guess work out of when to clean or change your filters. When you're done with your vacuuming, just press the automatic cord rewind button and stow it away- no more taking the time to rewind it yourself. The convenient clear bagless container allows for easy emptying. The Rewind SmartClean also includes a long reach hose, a TurboBrush Tool, extension wand, crevice tool and combination dusting/upholstery brush. It's no wonder that this is the smart choice in cleaning.

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Bissell 3950 Velocity Bagless Upright Deep Cleaner Review

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(More customer reviews)I LOVE THIS VACUUM!My mother and brother own different Dyson vacuums and have tried to convince me to buy one.I was reluctant to spend $450+ for a vacuum, but after my Eureka burned up and stopped sucking I nearly purchased a Dyson.

After much research, I decided to try the Bissell Velocity.It has similar features as the Dyson (dual cyclonic action, hepa, on-board tools, etc) but was on sale for $119 - and at that price, I could give it to a friend and replace with a Dyson if I didn't like it.

I thought my house was clean BEFORE I bought this vacuum - boy was I wrong!I had to empty the dirt canister 4 times and my house is only ~1800 square feet.My carpet feels 'fluffier' to my bare feet!I haven't tried it on my bare tile floors yet, but I am extremely satisfied with it's performance on carpet.Will recommend this to everyone I know!

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The Bissell 3950 Velocity Upright Vacuum Cleaner offers a patented Multi-Cyclonic technology that provides continuous suction power. The vacuum offers 12 amps of maximum cleaning power resulting in powerful suction with an exclusive DirtLifter brush system for superior cleaning. The Multi-Cyclonic cleaning technology has a multi-stage filtration which keeps filters clean longer for continuous suction power and the optimum air flow indicator let's you know when air flow is optimized to provide maximum cleaning performance. This vacuum also features a wide cleaning path,Easy to Empty Dirt Cup, 35' extra long power cord, scuff resistant bumper, powered rotating TurboBrush, easy assembly and an easy change belt system.

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Hoover WindTunnel Self-Propelled Upright Vacuum with Pet-Hair Tool, Bagless, UH60010 Review

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(More customer reviews)I have two dogs, and have owned Dyson, Kenmore and other vacuums, none have lifted dirt and dog hair like this vacuum does at a fraction of the price that I had paid for the Dyson.The vacuum easily comes apart and all parts can be cleaned.The self-propelled feature is necessary since this is a heavy vacuum.The best feature for me is the ability to fully remove the agitator brush roll to remove the pet hair.Well-designed and easy to assemble and operate.Unfortunately, due to poor shipping, the vacuum box was damaged and the unit itself received some exterior damage.It might be better to find this product on sale in the store.

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Equipped with Hoover's patented WindTunnel technology, this bagless upright vacuum cleaner effectively lifts and traps dirt and debris, so it ends up in the cleaner not scattered back out onto the floor. With red and green lights, its embedded DirtFinder system indicates areas that need more cleaning attention. The green "clean" light remains on while vacuuming except when the detector senses a larger amount of dirt; then the red "dirty" light will illuminate to suggest additional vacuuming in the area until the light changes back to green. The unit's motorized brushroll picks up even deep-down dirt in the thickest of carpeting, while its brushroll shut-off switch makes it possible to transition from carpets to bare-floor surfaces with ease. For added convenience, the vacuum cleaner comes equipped with a flexible hose and a handheld pet-hair tool with rotating brushes that effectively lifts and removes stubborn pet hair and dirt from upholstery and carpeted stairs. Other highlights include a self-propelled design for nearly effortless use and smooth maneuverability, a HEPA filter that traps up to 99.97-percent of dust and pollens down to 0.3 microns in size, an easy-empty dirt cup, and a comfortable handle with thumb-activated controls. The vacuum cleaner measures approximately 11 by 16 by 43 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Hoover WindTunnel Bagless Upright Vacuum, WindTunnel T-Series, UH70105 Review

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(More customer reviews)Usually I won't buy a product on Amazon without seeing at least one customer review...but at $100 I thought I'd take a chance. I wanted a lightweight vacuum with good power, one that was bagless, able to pick up animal hair, and wouldn't cost me a fortune long-term with replacement filters. So far, this vacuum fits all those criteria.

PROS
- Easy to put together. It took me about 4 minutes once the pieces are out of the box. A Philips screwdriver is required to secure the handle. There's nothing complicated here.
- Long cord. Plus, there's a little cord clip up near the handle to secure the cord.
- Power. I was surprised to see how quickly this cleaned up and how much it got out of my carpet, even after my Roomba had taken a turn just before. Very good at getting fine cat hair out of a medium-pile carpet.
- Lightweight. You sacrifice a motor (i.e. it's not self-propelled), but the darn thing is so light it hardly matters. I had no trouble pushing this thing around; in fact, I found it easier to push without the motor than my bigger, heavier Bissell bagless vacuum (which weight about 10 pounds more but was self-propelled). It weighs about 15 pounds. Plus, the top of the canister serves as an additional handle for the entire vacuum, so you can pick it up in two different places.
- Easy to empty. The bottom of the canister is hinged. Push the button to unlock the canister from the vacuum, bring the canister to your garbage, and push the latch (easy to do) on the front of the canister. The darn thing just empties right out. (Just be sure you've got it over the garbage when you do!)
- Filters. The packaging says you never need to replace the HEPA filter (located at the top of the canister), and the canister's cone filter is apparently rinsable. I haven't had to deal with either yet.

CONS
One star off because of the little noises associated with operation. First, there was this weird chirping sound for about 5 minutes after using it the first time. It did, however, go away - looks like it was literally a squeaky wheel. And second, once you get something of weight in the canister, like a tiny piece of gravel, it whirls around and around and around...and you hear it whirl around and around...it's pretty loud. But overall, neither of these would keep me from purchasing again.

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The Hoover WindTunnel Bagless Upright Vacuum features patented Windtunnel Technology with 3 distinct air tunnels that lift and remove dirt from carpets. Dirt is prevented from scattering back onto your clean floor, so you can remove dirt in less time. The HEPA media filter traps 99.97 percent of dirt, dust, and pollens down to 0.3 microns, providing cleaner air than standard or allergen media filters. An integrated reminder tells you when to clean your washable filter. The vacuum is easy to use too. Intuitive power controls are right at your fingertips, and the unit adjusts to 5 different heights to let you clean all types of floors. The 27-foot power cord lets you do large rooms without unplugging, and an 8-foot stretch hose lets you get ceilings and shelves. Just flip 2 levers to change the belt or access the brushroll. The no-scuff bumper protects your furniture.Includes air-powered hand tool, 12-inch extension wand, crevice tool, and combination dust/upholstery brush. 12 amps. 12.1 x 33.5 x 16 inches. 15.7 pounds. Limited 2-year warranty.

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Dirt Devil Universal HEPA Filter for Bagless Uprights Review

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(More customer reviews)Unlike certain other Dirt Devil owners, I checked the make and model number on my sweeper before ordering this filter. It works just fine! If you have one of the models above, don't hesitate to buy this filter.

Amazon made this purchase easy. The store in which I bought my Dirt Devil, a large national chain featuring appliances and linens, stopped carrying filters for bagless vacuum cleaners. Rather than having to run all over town looking for the filter, I came on here and found it right away. Thanks, Amazon!

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Fitting most Dirt Devil bagless upright vacuums made in March 2003 and later, this F-1 Type Universal HEPA filter works to keep the air fresh and irritant-free while the floors get their share of cleaning. HEPA technology removes 99.97-percent of all airborne particles as small as 0.3 microns in size, which helps to eliminate dust, pollen, mold spores, smoke, dust mites, and other allergens. A real help to those with allergies or asthma, it also creates a healthier, more pleasant environment for every member of the home.

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Hoover Type Y HEPA Filter Bag, Set of 2 Review

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(More customer reviews)The hubby and I live in an old dusty house. The house originally had a coal-fired hot-water boiler and I swear some of that old black dust is still lingering in dark and hidden places. Plus, the house has radiator heat and no central air, so the dust never gets captured by a filter, as it would with a forced-air system.

That's why I spend the extra money for the Filtrete Hepa bags. I just ordered two more and paid $6 for the bag and $7 for shipping (ouch), but the good news is, the manufacturer promises that these bags really do capture the wee tiny particulate matter.

Filtrete is a 3M trademark and according to Hoover's website, these Filtrete bags have three layers of filtering media and an electrostatically charged liner in the bag. It filters down to .3 microns. By comparison, a high-falutin' top-of-the-line electrostatic whole-house air filter will capture particulate matter down to .3 microns.

Plus, these cloth bags are easier to install than those troublesome paper bags and my initial observation is that the Filtrete holds a little more than its paper cousin.

Back in the day, I owned an old Hoover upright and when you turned that puppy on, a cloud of egg mites, dead skin, dander and bacteria (otherwise known and described as dust) would be launched into the air. Standing in a sunbeam, you could actually *see* the dust cloud poof out of the vacuum bag. That vacuum did little more than reposition the dirt.

Conversely, my new Hoover with a Filtrete bag installed actually captures the dust and enables one to keep their home a LOT cleaner. Despite its higher cost, I think these Hepa Filtrete bags are a very wise investment for those of us in dusty old houses.

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Suitable for all Hoover WindTunnel bagged uprights and the Tempo upright, this set of two Type Y high-filtration microfiber bags are constructed with three layers of Filtrete HEPA media to remove 99.97-percent of all airborne particles as small as 0.3 microns in size. Changing bags regularly helps to keep a vacuum running smoothly with maximum suction, and the assurance of HEPA filtration means that what came off of the floors won't end up floating in the air.

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