Looking for a New Vacuum Recommendation

Hoover..........never had problems and it did better on the consumer reports than Dyson. Nothing against Dyson, I wanted one myself..........but Hoover was cheaper and got better reports.

Hi S., We just retired our electrolux Harmony vacuum. We have a dog now and it just could not keep up with all the shedding. However, before the golden retriever came into our life, I just loved it. Worked great on all my hardwood floors. Only problem was finding bags in a cinch, I would have to order them online, but I live out in middle of nowhere.

I had dyson animal for about 18 months. When it works it works great. When it breaks you're screwed :)
I'm screwed, mine broke a few weeks ago and i am going to get something else. don't get me wrong, i loved the dyson but to me it's not worth it to pay 550 dollars for something that needs cleaning every 2 months, and when it breaks CS is useless.

Hoover WindTunnel with a bag was Consumer Reports' top pick, even over the Dyson and every other brand. I think it's great. Compared prices locally and online. Found it online cheaper and with free delivery. Arrived in 2 days! Before you guy anything online, check for a coupon code to use at checkout. You can usually get at least free shipping.

With my first baby (10 years old now) I wanted the best, and spent a fortune on an Oreck. What a waste! It is the worst.

We have 2 dogs, and bought the Dyson Animal over the summer. It is great! It doesn't have a bag, but has the tank that we empty. They have other models as well, which would be less expensive.

I guess the right answer depends on the type of floor you are vacuuming. Go to the stores and try a few, then read reviews and take the leap!

I see you have plenty of answers already but I had to respond b/c I LOVE my vacuum. I bought the Eureka Boss Smart Vac b/c it was voted best at Consumersearch.com (it out-performed a Dyson) and only costs about $150! I got mine at Meijer and my carpets felt SO clean after I started using it. I loved walking barefoot on them. It's very powerful, and you can't beat the price.

I'm a big fan of the Kirby systems. They are a lot more than a Hoover and even the Dyson but they work amazing! My cousin Matt had Cystic Fibrosis growing up and the Kirby system was the only one recommended by his doctor to get the dust and allergens out of the carpet and air. My favorite feature is that it has a shampooer head and man oh man, does that come in handy; I'm trying to convince my in-laws to trade me their Kirby for my Dyson; my mil thinks its too heavy so she must not be switching the transmission from N to D while its on. lol Good luck

Oreck. It is so easy. I've bought others that were heavy, hard to store, etc. Orecks are so light and easy to maneuver. They have a bag that is easy to get to and fills top down, so it keeps on suctioning even til the end. And the mechanics on the inside are so very easy too! You can run over paperclips and not hurt it. It slides under beds and couches with it's beautifully flat profile. Very nice.

My allergist gave me a list of the best vacuums for your air and the most affordable and most efficient was the Eureka Smart Boss, 3rd on the list for uprights. There were only a select few that scored the highest in all catagories (air contamination, suction, etc...) and this was the most affordable, 140 to 150 at places like Meijer or Walmart. Good luck!!!

I would have to respectfully disagree with Barbara. I LOVE my Oreck!! I had my own cleaning business for just over 5 years before my son was born, and it has stood up to being used EVERY day! Now it doesn't get used nearly as often, but if you have any stairs in your home you will never regret it! It does not have the tools on board, but they do sell small Orecks. The small Oreck did not stand up to the amount of use that I needed - I bought a small commercial Hoover that has a carrying strap to use on upholestery, crevices, etc.

The maintenance on an Oreck is very simple - and the bags are easy to find when you need more.

We've had our Dyson Animal (purple) for about 3 years now and LOVE it! We've had the Windtunnel and a few others in the past and they lasted maybe 2 years and they ate belts. No problems with our Dyson AT ALL! I also love how I can use the hose attachment in the middle of vacuuming the whole house. If I see something that only the hose attachement can get, I can get it without fuss. It is easy to use.

I would love my Dyson Animal even if I didn't have a (massively hairy) dog. It's great on bare floors and carpet. I would buy another Dyson in a second!

We have a dyson animal. I liked it up until about 2 weeks ago, it makes a strange noise.
and it seems like alot of money for all that plastic.

I am looking at the consumer reports on Vacuums:
Hoover wind tunnel
Hoover platinum bagged
Kenmore progressive
hoover Tempo widepath
Miele
Dirt Devil featherlite bagless
Eureka Comfort Clean Oh

all did well

I agree with Brook on the Eureka The Boss vacuum. I have one and absolutely love it! I have a friend who has both a Dyson and a Eureka The Boss and she likes the Eureka better (she has four kids and two dogs and vacuums constantly). Check out consumer reports too before purchasing. Good luck!!

Dyson Ball DC25 !! :)

In 1988 I paid $700 (seemed like a fortune then!) for my Kirby. It is still working very well 22 years later. The only thing I don't like about the company is their in-home sales practice. I wish you could just buy one at the store.

Amway Clear Track - I am not an Amway dealer, have never bought anything from them and probably won't buy anything else from them but their vacuum is THE BEST. I tried my friends after I had vacuumed with my bag vacuum. I picked up 8 canisters!!!!!!! I could not believe it. She has also tried the Dyson and it didn't work nearly as well. I ordered a refurbished one (looked brand new and had warranty) and it was about $350.

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Simplicity - Made in the USA!!! we bought one I guess a year or so ago. the guy at the store jumped up and down on it to show how well built it was. it is a more pricey brand but i think well worth it. i have enjoyed it. it is a bag vs canister. our canister one was always dusty on the outside. our simplicity has 2 filters in it.

I know you say you are looking for a bag vacuum and don't have the concern of pet hair, but I wanted to give my opinion.

We have the purple Dyson (the one for pet hair) and I LOVE it!!! We have had our Dyson for 7+ years and it's still going strong. Dyson makes a wonderful product in my opinion. :)