Best Vacuum

[kimntrent]

Can anyone shed some light on the best vacuum out there?

Kim

[Iteach]

I really loved my Oreck because it was so lightweight and I also thought it cleaned very well, but it only lasted for about 6-8 years and for $300 (I'm sure it's probably much more now as this was several years ago), I thought it should have lasted longer. The electrolux is also a great vacuum if you don't mind hauling around a canister vac and they are pretty pricey too. I have family and friends who have Dyson's and love them, especially if you have pets. I hear they pick up pet hair like no other vacuum. They range in price from about 300-600+ and they are very heavy, so not the greatest for stairs or people with bad backs which I have. One of my brothers got one and took it back because it was just too heavy. Kirby's are also good, but again, very heavy and pricey. Right now I have a plain old Hoover and it works well. Nothing fancy except a hepa, allergy filter and headlight. What I really love, but only use for a quick pick up is a Shark rechargable stick vac. It won't do the deep cleaning, but is great every other day in between really vacuuming weekly. HTH and good luck with your decision!

[m 'n c]

I have an Oreck and it's ok. I have heard Dyson's do the best job sucking the dirt up from your carpet but I have also heard that some carpet companies will void their warranty if you use a Dyson on the carpet as it can ruin some so check with your carpet company before buying one.

[3dog2kidmom]

I, too, love my Oreck!! I'm on my second one... first one lasted over 10 years.

[zoodoyle]

LOL!! I was just coming to post a similar question!! Our hoover windtunnel has bit the dust So we need to be doing some vacuum shopping as well! Pet hair is a big issue in our house, and while I'm already sold on a dyson, my husband isn't..... Looking forward to hearing more comments! Thanks for starting the thread Kim

[zoodoyle]

My husband is interested in the Kenmore Progressive Direct Drive - does anyone have one of these?! It's half as expensive than the dyson but rated highly. Thanks! (Sorry to be highjacking your thread Kim!! )

[sunshinecindy]

I love my Dyson. I have the Animal. With my pets, I need it. It took awhile to get used to, but its great. It practically pushes itself.

[pbhall13]

I have a dyson (not the pet one) and it is still in mint conditions and I bought it 5 years ago. I really love it. Very good suction and some of the attachments really help with getting in the corners of rooms/ceilings and furniture.

[m4travels]

We, too, are a Dyson family. I hadn't heard of the carpet companies' warnings, but I guess I could understand it with the suction that's used!! You might just be pulling up the pad through the carpeting!

[jnorth1007]

I hava Dyson also. What i love most is that it can practically be taken totally apart. If something gets stuck I can take off the part where it is stuck and clean it and then put it back. I have also had parts lost and just went online and ordered a new part. I like the bagless canister and the fact that I can empty it with one hand. I also really like that all of the attachments are contained on the vacuum.