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Light weight vacuum

Annamarie — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:07:19 GMT

Does anyone have any suggestions for one that weighs around 12 lbs yet still works well on carpet? There is a hoover wind tunnel air on another channel for 99.95 but the reviews are so mixed, I checked quite a few sites and I'm concerned about it being hard to push. That is a priority for me so any help on any brand would be appreciated, Thanks, Annamarie.

Re: Light weight vacuum

itsmagic — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:16:21 GMT

I used to have a Hoover upright and it was so hard to push. I ended up getting a Shark upright and I'm not sure what it weighs but it is so much easier to push and has great suction. If this one ever dies I'll get another Shark.

Re: Light weight vacuum

DJs mom — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:17:38 GMT

I own this Shark V33231. It weighs 12 lbs and suction is GREAT. I gave away another vacuum because it was too heavy. This self-propels, so all you have to do is hold the handle and it will basically go by itself. I love, love this vacuum and now I love to vacuum. I'm amazed at how well the suction is.

Re: Light weight vacuum

gardenmiss — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:21:21 GMT

I bought a cordless Dyson when it was on sale at Costco. Love it, so light and picks up dirt like crazy. Went over my carpet with the house vaccuum and then with the Dyson. I was amazed what the Dyson still was able to pick up.

Re: Light weight vacuum

Noel7 — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:23:29 GMT

I'm looking for a light weight, too. My upright Hoover has become heavy to push around, I don't know why, the settings are correct, I took it in to be checked but it is getting worse.

I've decided on a Shark but there are so many models available, I don't know which one to get. Definitely NOT the one where the weight is on top instead of the base.

Re: Light weight vacuum

Noel7 — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:27:49 GMT

@DJs mom wrote:
I own this Shark V33231. It weighs 12 lbs and suction is GREAT. I gave away another vacuum because it was too heavy. This self-propels, so all you have to do is hold the handle and it will basically go by itself. I love, love this vacuum and now I love to vacuum. I'm amazed at how well the suction is.

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@DJs mom

If you wouldn't mind, could you tell me the store where you bought it. Apparently Shark does what a lot of them do, they use different model numbers for the same vacuum in different stores.

I can't seem to find your model by googling it.

Re: Light weight vacuum

hckynutjohn — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:29:51 GMT

I have had a Hoover Steerable Air vac for over 2 years now. It weighs in at somewhere around 11-12lbs, and I cannot say enough good things about this vacuum.

It came with 8 attachments and is very simple to go from brush roll to no brush roll. It also is a "Plug and Go" when it comes to using attachments, even the high ones in our home.

Canister easy to empty/filters easy to clean, and not the least bit hard to push/pull or maneuver. Keeps picking up even with a full bin.

Bought mine from hsn for less than one hundred twenty bucks, and it came with a five year manufacturers warranty. Can't say love, but when the time comes? I will stick with what I know.

hckynut(john)

Re: Light weight vacuum

DJs mom — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:32:20 GMT

@itsmagic, I agree with you. If my Shark ever dies I'm getting another one. Only Sharks for me from now on.

Re: Light weight vacuum

coco14 — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:35:36 GMT

I recently replaced my Oreck with the TSV Shark several months ago - and now I love to vacuum! Although I thought I might have a problem with the weight at the top, since I have several issues with my hands, I was pleasantly surprised to find it is not a problem. This vacuum practically moves by itself- and it fits under cabinets and other places my Oreck did not.

I count my Shark as one of the best purchases I have made, along with my Keurig and Toaster Oven - essentials for me.

Re: Light weight vacuum

Annamarie — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:36:03 GMT

Thanks everyone! I will check these out. Noel,the shark is sold at the Q. she gave the item number. Thanks again!

Re: Light weight vacuum

DJs mom — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:37:15 GMT

@Noel7 wrote:
@DJs mom wrote:
I own this Shark V33231. It weighs 12 lbs and suction is GREAT. I gave away another vacuum because it was too heavy. This self-propels, so all you have to do is hold the handle and it will basically go by itself. I love, love this vacuum and now I love to vacuum. I'm amazed at how well the suction is.
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@DJs mom

If you wouldn't mind, could you tell me the store where you bought it. Apparently Shark does what a lot of them do, they use different model numbers for the same vacuum in different stores.

I can't seem to find your model by googling it.

I bought it from QVC. It was the TSV last February. V33231 is QVC's item number. It is $199.95, free s&h and on 6 easy pays currently.

Re: Light weight vacuum

Noel7 — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:47:05 GMT

@Annamarie wrote:
Thanks everyone! I will check these out. Noel,the shark is sold at the Q. she gave the item number. Thanks again!

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Thank you, annamarie

Re: Light weight vacuum

Noel7 — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:48:16 GMT

@DJs mom wrote:
@Noel7 wrote:
@DJs mom wrote:
I own this Shark V33231. It weighs 12 lbs and suction is GREAT. I gave away another vacuum because it was too heavy. This self-propels, so all you have to do is hold the handle and it will basically go by itself. I love, love this vacuum and now I love to vacuum. I'm amazed at how well the suction is.
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@DJs mom

If you wouldn't mind, could you tell me the store where you bought it. Apparently Shark does what a lot of them do, they use different model numbers for the same vacuum in different stores.

I can't seem to find your model by googling it.
I bought it from QVC. It was the TSV last February. V33231 is QVC's item number. It is $199.95, free s&h and on 6 easy pays currently.

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Thank you @DJs mom !

Re: Light weight vacuum

Annamarie — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:53:50 GMT

Thanks Noel, I think I'm going for the shark you have! Appreciate the item number

Re: Light weight vacuum

teachergal — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 20:15:08 GMT

H282087 sold on QVC best purchases I ever made. Washable filters, no bags to purchase and does a superior job. I use on carpets, hard floors, and furniture. Try this one, you'll be glad you did.

Re: Light weight vacuum

MorningLover — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 21:12:58 GMT

I have two Shark vacuums that I purchased from QVC when they were TSV 's. The Shark Rotator Professional Lift Away V32842. I think its the same as V33231 only a few attachments are different. I really like it and think its easy to handle. I also have the Shark Rotator Powered Lift Away Deluxe V33186 . This one is bulkier and harder on the wrist and arms weighing 16 lbs. I keep this one for upstairs use . If I had to recommend one it would be the lighter one for sure. I love my Shark and can tackle any job now !

Re: Light weight vacuum

Kachina624 — Tue, 12 Jan 2016 01:53:03 GMT

@hckynutjohn John, what happened to all of your Roombas? I thought you loved them.

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151949 — Tue, 12 Jan 2016 04:17:25 GMT

I have bad arthritis in my back and vacuuming is torture for me. I tried a lightweight Oreck for arthritis and it simply does not pick up. Money down the drain so I tried a dyson canister. All I have to push around is the hose and tubing - the heavy parts are on wheels on the floor and I can just pull them around. It works fantastic, is not too difficult to use and has a ton of attachments so it does a lot of different jobs. Much lighter and easier than the upright dyson.

This vacuum get a lot of bad reviews because they say it won't roll around - well, duh, you have to slightly lift the hose when you pull it so the nose of the canister isn't down into the rug, very slight effort and it rolls right along after me.

Re: Light weight vacuum

9PLUS5 — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 19:44:56 GMT

I bought a Shark online at Bed Bath & Beyond. The one I bought is not in the stores, but it is light & easy to use. you can also use the 20 % off coupon. With the coupon & adding the tax, it came to $150.00. Good Luck in your search !

Re: Light weight vacuum

Noel7 — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 20:37:02 GMT

Target has the same one on sale for $189, but with two less attachments, the small ones. Free shipping with their Red Card, which also gave me a ten dollar discount, so it was $179 plus tax.

I decided to go that way so if I had to return it, it would be free. I have a broken finger on my dominant hand and worry it might be top heavy.