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Need a new handheld vacuum

gidgetgh — Sat, 02 May 2020 17:13:59 GMT

Any suggestions?

The one we have is a Monster handheld vacuum (like a Dustbuster type). I bought it from QVC a million years ago. My last filter for it bit the dust today. I tried a month or so ago to find new filters for it, but couldn't.

Anyway, any suggestions for a new handheld? It doesn't need to be anything fancy. Oh, and we really don't have a good place to plug in a rechargeable with a long handle.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

deepwaterdotter — Sat, 02 May 2020 17:31:13 GMT

I'm happy with my DustBuster by Black and Decker. It is blue and white. I think it cost around $50.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

AuntG — Sat, 02 May 2020 17:54:54 GMT

I'm catching bugs in my sunroom with my monster vac. I added the extensions and feel like granny with her shotgun as I take aim at those pests.

People make their own masks, why not sew your own filters?

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

gidgetgh — Sat, 02 May 2020 18:40:04 GMT

@AuntG wrote:
I'm catching bugs in my sunroom with my monster vac. I added the extensions and feel like granny with her shotgun as I take aim at those pests.

People make their own masks, why not sew your own filters?

@AuntG - sew. My. Own. Filters. I don't own a sewing machine and I have zero sewing abilities.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

ALRATIBA — Sat, 02 May 2020 18:57:33 GMT

@gidgetgh

I have a Dirt Devil hand-held that I've had for years - works great. Good for heavy duty pick-up.*

Just bought a "stick vac" that converts to hand-held - Bissell Featherweight. Great for under cushions and minimal pick-up and dust. Very dusty here in NYC ... even up 10 stories.

* Small apartment, no kids, no pets .... but I make a mess sewing / yarn arts ... thread, snips of yarn, snips of fabric.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

jellyBEAN — Sat, 02 May 2020 20:09:28 GMT

I think handheld vacumes are one of the best inventions ever. I could not live w/o one.

I currently have a Black & Decker that I picked up at WalMart about a year ago when my other one lost its oooomph. This was probably in the $30-40 range. I like it fine. Easy enough to clean and the filter is just rinsed clean. No need to buy new ones. Its lightweight, picks up pretty well, and lasts long enough on a charge.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

Still Raining — Sat, 02 May 2020 20:13:57 GMT

The Shark stick type works for me. Can do handheld or stick. Mine is corded. Has a little power and a nice sized bin.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

ValuSkr — Sat, 02 May 2020 20:15:25 GMT

Another thumbs-up for Black and Decker. I've had one for five years or so and have had no problems. Also, there's no need to buy separate filters.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

northiie57 — Sat, 02 May 2020 22:05:32 GMT

I just love love love this one

Black & Decker 2-in-1 Cordless Stick & Handheld Vacuum

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

panda1234 — Sun, 03 May 2020 09:45:02 GMT

@ValuSkr wrote:
Another thumbs-up for Black and Decker. I've had one for five years or so and have had no problems. Also, there's no need to buy separate filters.

@ValuSkr @I have the same one and just love it. Had it for almost ten years, very powerful.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

Yahooey — Sun, 03 May 2020 13:05:08 GMT

@gidgetgh

have you try contacting the company?

maybe there are other filters that also fit your existing handheld

worth a try

when I had a canister - it would say fits. model x y and z

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

gidgetgh — Sun, 03 May 2020 14:38:40 GMT

Thanks everyone. I ordered a Black and Decker late yesterday from Amazon.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

gidgetgh — Sun, 03 May 2020 23:24:34 GMT

I'm so excited. I ordered this yesterday afternoon and it came this afternoon! I love it already.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

homedecor1 — Sun, 03 May 2020 23:38:35 GMT

@northiie57

This looks like what I'm looking for. I want it for quick cleanup in kitty litter area and kitchen floor.

Can you give me the info of where you bought, item #, etc. if you recall.

Thank you!

homedecor1

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

bikerbabe — Sun, 03 May 2020 23:44:42 GMT

@homedecor1

I’ve used a Black & Decker for cat litter for years.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

Spurt — Mon, 04 May 2020 00:14:58 GMT

I like my older model Shark hand held corded vacuum....I use it with the brush attachment...has good suction....

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

panda1234 — Mon, 04 May 2020 09:08:10 GMT

@gidgetgh wrote:
I'm so excited. I ordered this yesterday afternoon and it came this afternoon! I love it already.

@gidgetgh That is the one I have. It does a wonderful job on my steps and in my car. After you remove the dust from the filter you can put it on the top rack of your dishwasher.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

gidgetgh — Mon, 04 May 2020 14:08:14 GMT

@panda1234 wrote:
@gidgetgh wrote:
I'm so excited. I ordered this yesterday afternoon and it came this afternoon! I love it already.

@gidgetgh That is the one I have. It does a wonderful job on my steps and in my car. After you remove the dust from the filter you can put it on the top rack of your dishwasher.

@panda1234 - I'm so glad to hear that. I ordered it yesterday on Amazon for $89.99 and checked today and today's price is $113!

I also ordered 2 extra filters for it.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

Sooner — Mon, 04 May 2020 14:10:50 GMT

We used to run through dust busters like crazy and they never did work well. We bought a Dyson with extensions about four years ago and LOVE it!

It functions as a hand held but also does floors and REALLY works well! I recommend something like that or a Shark.

Re: Need a new handheld vacuum

panda1234 — Tue, 05 May 2020 04:06:18 GMT

@gidgetgh wrote:
@panda1234 wrote:
@gidgetgh wrote:
I'm so excited. I ordered this yesterday afternoon and it came this afternoon! I love it already.

@gidgetgh That is the one I have. It does a wonderful job on my steps and in my car. After you remove the dust from the filter you can put it on the top rack of your dishwasher.

@panda1234 - I'm so glad to hear that. I ordered it yesterday on Amazon for $89.99 and checked today and today's price is $113!

I also ordered 2 extra filters for it.

@gidgetgh @Wow can't believe the price went up that much. You will not regret ordering this.