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07-05-2014 08:42 PM
We have 2 Dysons that we're happy with. The Oreck we owned before broke in half. Now THAT was a piece of junk.
07-05-2014 09:05 PM
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07-06-2014 03:01 PM
If Dyson is such junk...then why has EVERY other vacuum maker gone to the same cyclone technology since the patent ran out?
07-06-2014 03:20 PM
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07-06-2014 03:47 PM
On 6/22/2014 cotto22 said:The stick vacs may not be any good, but my upright is the best vacuum I have ever owned. I have had Hoovers, Orecks and no names and my Dyson is the best. It has made my husband want to vacuum for me, so the thing has magical powers. That is a miracle.
BUYER BEWARE! I was tempted on this but not after reading the reviews. Another tipoff to me is when they say they've "improved" this model! In other words, the previous one was junk.
I have had Hoovers over the years and found them to be the best other than I don't like the way the belts have to be installed and changed. The one I have picks up very well but it is extremely difficult to change the belt. You have to get a screwdriver and remove a plate underneath the machine and then try to manipulate the belt over a pulley and another piece of metal on the side where it is almost impossible to get your fingers there and you have to be very careful not to injure your hand or fingers.
The belt itself on the Wind Tunnel is so taught when new that I've found the ONLY WAY I can even attempt to install a new one is to take it and put it over a doorknob and then use a broomhandle or some other sturdy object to insert on the loose end and STRETCH IT as hard as I can for about ten times! Otherwise, I'd break my hand trying to stretch these belts and can't get enough leverage.
Changing the bags on the Hoover isn't fun but I hate emptying those dust cups such as this Dyson has!
I did purchase a Shark some years ago and that was a complete waste as it was too small and not powerful enough to do even a minimal job. The handle was low and could not be adjusted upwards to a comfortable height.
Several years ago, I ordered an Oreck from QVC that was a little over four hundred dollars! WHAT A RIPOFF! I didn't buy anything else for months after I discovered what a piece of junk this thing is. I still have it and just checked the reviews on it recently when I was considering this DYSON and saw all the negatives that are exactly my experience. I was going to go to the trouble of taking it in for service but not after reading the reviews.
I made the mistake of not opening this Oreck or using it until after the trial period and have done that with several clothing purchases. From now on, I try to open and try everything on at least within the week of it arriving and then promptly return it if I see I don't like it. Otherwise, it is far too easy for 30 days to elapse and then you're stuck.
Read the reviews on this machine here and also Google search for reviews before ordering.
07-06-2014 07:42 PM
I have the first Dyson ball vacuum, which at the time, was called the Dyson "Slim". Probably purchased it in '07 for around $400. Works alright - not terribly heavy to carry. Have had it serviced (the service guys hate it). Stuff gets stuck in the "cyclones" and it's a job to clean it. Bought a Riccar for $600 and yes, it had great agitation (better than the Dyson), but it was heavy and the attachment system wasn't ideal (plus not a direct drive, so one side didn't pick up as well). Now have the Shark Rotator and I couldn't be happier. Lots of features/accessories and really grooms the carpet. The floor attachment works great. By the way, all three have the tendency to tip over if the hose is stretched too far. I know many who love the Dyson, and I still keep the little (corded) "Slim" on the upper level, so there you go. It still works, but on a good day, I'd much rather take the Shark up there. And the canister is very easy to clean - no "cyclones". Simple - works. ($250).
07-07-2014 01:24 AM
07-07-2014 07:31 PM
I couldn't believe how good a Dyson was until I bought my own. It gets more out of the carpet than any other sweeper I have ever had and I have had Electrolux, Hoover, Kirby, and other sweepers. This sweeper works. I couldn't believe how much it got out of what I thought were very clean carpets. I bought the stick sweeper when it was the Today's Special Value for my hard wood floors and for using in the small places my big Dyson ball sweeper can't get to and I love it. I think it is actually fun to use. I couldn't believe the power it has. Woosh! LOL. It picks up fast. I have three cats and three dogs and I swept up pet hair in places I had no idea had pet hair like under the end tables and under the coach. It's a wonderful product. I found out it needs to be kept charging when I am not using it so am going to hang it up on the wall to store it when I am not using it to keep it charged up. It is just a great little sweeper. I can grab it when I need a small pick up and be sure it will clean well. It's fun!!
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