Amazon.com Review

Equipped with a true HEPA filter, this 1,440-watt uprightvacuum cleans a 15-inch path illuminated by a headlight and keeps thedust down at the same time. The HEPA filter is at least 99.97 percenteffective at trapping particles as small as 0.3 microns. Another filterprotects the motor. The vacuum has a stretch hose that givestangle-free reach to its onboard tools (an upholstery nozzle, a dustingbrush, and a crevice tool). Seven height settings adjust its brush rollfor different carpets and rugs, as well as for a bare floor. The vacuumhas a 30-foot power cord, weighs 21 pounds, and stands 45 inches high.It assembles quickly and easily with three screws (included) and comeswith a one-year warranty against defects. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• 30-foot power cord; stretch hose
• Powerful upright vacuum with 15-inch cleaning path and headlight
• Equipped with true HEPA filter to trap extremely small particles
• Onboard tools: upholstery nozzle, dusting brush, and crevice tool
• Brush-roll adjusts to seven heights, including bare-floor

Reviews (94)

Great price, Great features
After our old vaccum bit the dust, it was time to hunt for a new one. I spent 2 or 3 hours searching the web for the best-selling, highest-rated vac (hey, life's too short to make all the mistakes yourself - learn from others). The Eureka 4870DT was consistently ranked in the top 3 on everyone's list. So, I bought one.
Installation took 1-2 minutes and required no tools (I've yet to read the instructions...). Once complete, I plugged it in, turned it on, and grinned, as the sound of the motor was simply ear candy...vvvmmmmm
Now, the true test comes - under the dining room table (those of you with kids can imagine). However, before I get there I should mention 2 obvious cons: weight and the foot release lever.
First, this vacuum weighs 21 lbs, which is ~ 4 - 7 lbs heavier than most vacuums in its class. Second, the foot release lever is a bit stiff at first, I've noticed it loosen up a little bit with more use (or perhaps I've just acclimated).

After my initial mini-inspection, I was off to the grandstand court, under the dining room table. Click--clank--vmmmvmmm-click-click--vmmm-click-vvvvmmm-vvvmmm-vvvmm, all clean. The one obvious pro is that the suction is awesome! It does a great job on carpets, use the hose for corners.

As my old vac didn't have a hepa filter, I wasn't used to the smell (it doesn't stink or anything; kind of reminds me of a hosptial or doctor's office smell)

All-in-all I give it an 'A'.

Oh, one more thing, although the vaccum comes with extra bags, you don't have to immediately use one as 1 bag comes pre-installed (guess I should read the instructions :-)).

Best of luck to those vacuum shoppers!

Great Value and Bang for your Buck
I researched a lot among upright vacuums. This vacuum is great for the money that you pay, further it does its job very well. It comes with several attachments which are all held on to the main vacuum. Things like foot leaver, carpet/hard wood floor clip is slightly tight when new but it gets ok upon few uses, attachments don't fall off they have to be snapped-in correctly. Some reviews said that belt gives up fast; I have not faced it as yet. The roller moves very fast hence obliviously, one should take care it does not suck up shoe lace or any loose cloth. Also since roller moves so fast that at times if feel like a self propelled vacuum, which means it really brushes the carpet and yet is gentle. The hose could have been a bit longer hence I give a 4*, but then again for the price and its quality work was the best out there. Great I did not buy a Dyson!!!, can get 4 of these.

It's sucks, but in a good way!
We've had it for about a month. We were tired of the bagless types you had to empty all the time. This works good, strong suction. Only thing is, it looks like a toy, with a lot of plastic.

Better than expected
I bought this vacuum based largely on the customer reviews. I wanted one rated highly by Consumers (reviews indicated it was) and it needed to be affordable. Because of my pets and alergies creeping up on me, I wanted a Hepa filter as well. I received the vacuum and couldn't wait to try it and I was very happy with the results. The vacuum picked up everything (cat and dog hair too), fluffed the nap on this old carpet and actually made it look as if I had had it cleaned! I was happily surprised to find that some spots I was going to use a rug cleaner on because my old vacuum hadn't gotten them out were gone after using this Eureka Vac. My only negative comment is that it is heavier than I expected it to be; however, as previous reviewers commented, the brush action actually does help pull the vacuum forward as if it were self-propelled so that helps quite a bit. I would recommend this one to someone as a great vacuum at a great price.

Great Vacuum!!!
I bought one of these vacuums for our daughter at the end of last summer when their very old vacuum quit. I did a review of the consumer magazines at the time and this one seemed at the top of the heap.

Meanwhile I've been using our older Eureka vacuum new enough to be the plastic type (6 or 8 years old?) and getting results far from good and needed multiple passes in some areas to get the carpets clean.

Every time I see our daughter she thanks me again for the vacuum and raves about it and how their friends ask if they got new carpets. It is that good!

Amazon had an even better deal than last summer and I finally decided to get one before they are discontinued and the price of the replacement for it goes up. Free shipping was estimated at a week or more but I got it IN 3 DAYS! It's hard to beat that though it's likely a result of being in California only a couple of hundred miles from the area of Nevada from where it was shipped.

I've cleaned a couple of carpets with it and the kitchen vinyl floor.

POSITIVES:
* It seems to really get the carpets clean, both relative plush one and a dense low pile one and the vinyl floor is free of the dirt and kitchen droppings. ISN'T THAT WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT???
* It seems to have as much or better suction using the hose and attachments as most canister vacuums that I've ever used. Far superior to any other upright I've ever used.
* It has a cord that is quite a bit longer than the one in the older Eureka that it is replacing. A great help in the long family room we have.
* The tools are securely held in place, unlike some vacuums that I've used where they keep falling off as you use the vacuum.
* The brush stops rotating when you return the handle to the vertical position. No more areas of the carpet that get a bunch of rubbing on them when you use the suction hose and attachments.
* The HEPA filtering is a real nice feature. I'll investigate getting washable replacement filters (see another review here for info) for this vacuum and our daughter's.

NEGATIVES:
* As I recall was mentioned more than once in these Amazon reviews when I read them last summer, it IS much harder to PULL than any other vacuum I've used. My wife would complain but since I do most of the vacuuming it's not a problem and it's a result of the superior cleaning that it does so you can't have everything.
* The switches are hard to push and latch and the brush roll control in particular had to be pushed much harder than I'd usually push a handle made from plastic. The handle lock foot switch likewise is hard to press and wasn't easy to activate to lower the handle to the floor to clean under low furniture. Now that I know how hard things need to be pressed it'll be easier to work it and maybe things will get looser as they are used but my wife would have problems with this.
* The upholstery brush doesn't easily go into the place for it and the only way I could get it to stay in was to push VERY HARD on one edge of it and only have it held in by that one edge. The manual doesn't give details on exactly how it mounts and again my wife would never get it held in were she to use it.
* The unpacking, even when I was particularly careful spread small pellets of styrofoam everywhere -- a great chance to try out the vacuum -- and the styrofoam BB sized pieces stick to the plastic and hose of the vacuum when you take it out of the box. Don't forget to vacuum off the vacuum itself before you spread them even further. It would have been nice if it had been in a large paper sack so I could have removed it without all the styrofoam stuck to it by the electrostatic charge and I could recycled the sack.

BOTTOM LINE:
It's not perfect but in the real world few things are when cost and features have to be traded off.

*** I don't think you can go wrong with this vacuum.***

I'm hoping that after a few weeks of use I'll still be as enthusiastic about it as my daughter is. ... Read more

Features

• Electrolux O2 filter system includes HEPA H12 filtration that captures 99.5% of airborne dust and allergens
• Ultra-quiet operation--so quiet you can clean while others are sleeping
• Designed for convenience--clean difficult areas with telescopic wand
• Adjust for different surfaces with motor speed control and turbo nozzle
• Attachment parking device provides stability for compact storage

Reviews (2)

Good things do come in small packages!
Don't let the size and the weight fool you. The Harmony is powerful for its size. This unit is unbelievably quiet when compared to an upright or other canisters. We have hardwoods throughout and 2 dogs that shed (tumbleweeds)all year round. This vacuum has no problem handling the job. This is a must vacuum for pet owners! The unit does an awesome job of eliminating dust and absolutely no odors from the unit (unlike the bag units). I have never had a vacuum which has made doing carpeted stair cases so easy. I finish in half the time. The tools are easy to switch around. I do agree with the previous review, if you have wall to wall I would suggest the larger unit.

All in all, I am very pleased and have recommended it to several friends and family who will be purchasing the unit soon.

quiet and powerful
Light and quiet, the Harmony really cleans hardwood floors and area rugs well. We don't have wall-to-wall, but from what I can tell, if you have lots of carpets I would recommend moving up to the Oxygen model. It does not come with a powered carpet attachment. Gotta work a bit to clean carpets - glides easily on hardwood. Stores in small places. Great design and easy to use; instructions are a bit weak. Overall happy, great in a small city house/apartment. ... Read more

Features

• Measures 11 by 8 by 15 inches; 1-year limited warranty
• Lightweight 9 amp canister vacuum safely and completely cleans bare-floor surfaces
• Power-Touch handle with easy-to-use fingertip controls; deluxe floor brush; bare-floor nozzle
• Blower port; 20-foot cord; compact size; auto shut-off protects against overheating
• On-board tools include a dusting brush, crevice tool, and upholstery nozzle

Reviews (5)

Eureka Mighty Might
We purchased out mighty might when we first married ten years ago. Since then this vacuum has taken care of cobwebs, hardwood floors and everything in between. The vacuum has more than payed for itself. Despite several moves, falls and children- the vacuum still works. We are replacing it now because numerous falls have taken it's wheels and children yanking the cord from the wall have loosened the wires but it still works. Why isn't it available. A+ for the mm vacuum, they have our lifelong business.

sturdy and powerful; it IS a Mighty Mite
I have owned a Eureka Mighty Mite for nearly 15 years. It's been a real workhorse and I have never had a single problem. It's powerful and light. Mine is a little banged up from all the use I've given it, but I don't need a new one. I'm just here to sing its praises. I'm curious to know why the Mighty Mite is not available.

Eureka MM shopping review
shopping for a compact canister vacuum cleaner. The mighty mite has most of the features my wife wants for cleaning the rooms with hardwood floors, under the beds, corners, etc. The Eureka MM will do the job. A decision will be made within the next day of two. Likes the weight and price. Amps not indicated.

Great for hardwoods
My house has hardwood floors, so I didn't want to buy an expensive upright vacuum with excessive power. The Mighty Mite works quite well sucking up dust and pet hair. A little more power might be nice for vacuuming my area rugs, but as long as I shake them out occasionally or wash them, I don't need more vacuum than this. The noise isn't too painful, either (some low-powered vacuums make that high-pitched whining noise that just makes you want to live in filth). The MM-sized bags can be a bit hard to find.

Mighty Mite
For the money, this is a great little vacumn. I use it more than my $350 upright, since it's light and versatile. But, you may want to order better dusting and floor tools than the ones that come with it. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Don't let a power cord put limits on your cleaning. The EurekaBoss Lite cordless vacuum supplies plenty of suction and versatilitywithout a cumbersome, leashlike cord. Designed for quick pickup on barefloors or carpets, this bagless vacuum features a convenient dust cupfor dirt collection--when it's full, just quick-release it, and dump itout. At less than five pounds, the Boss Lite is easy to lift, push, andstore, and comes with its own wall-mount rack, conveniently connectedto the charging plug. Fully extended, the handle makes for comfortablefloor vacuuming, but you can also remove it to vacuum tight areas likeclosets or tidy up the stairs. A motor-driven brush roll sweeps andcombs the carpet, sending particles into the path of the suction.Requiring just a few minutes to assemble, the vacuum features apowerful five-cell battery pack that's easy to remove and replace and acharge light that lets you know when the vacuum's fully juiced. Eurekaalso includes a bare floors/carpet switch, a built-in Edge Kleener forvacuuming near walls and furniture, and a motor filter inside the dustcup. --Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• Revolving brush roll
• Cordless/rechargeable
• Easy-empty dust cup
• Double-motor power
• Clean-air system

Reviews (57)

wonderful tiny little sucker
i love this thing. i have a tiny house (960 sq ft) of hard wood floors and i can vacuum the whole thing in 15 minutes with this vacuum, which i happily do, everyday now! my husband, an allergy sufferer, really enjoys that the house is vacuumed everyday now.

picks up my dog's medium and long hairs perfectly, picks up dust and dirt, wonderful and convenient to clean the small throw rugs. spot cleans the big area rugs. i don't use a regular size vacuum anymore excepting once a week to clean the two big area rugs, that's it!

i don't understand why the lights on the charger don't work like they are supposed to but the battery does in fact recharge just fine. i would have preferred if it used bags but i suppose that would just cost me more money in the end, as i find myself emptying the dust cup after each complete house use anyway.

did i say that i use this thing everyday? that is how easy and pleasant this tiny lightweight cordless vacuum is to use. and i simply hate to clean.

Can't live without it
My niece kept telling me about this vacuum. She said it was the greatest, most useful purchase she has made. I thought she was overcome with taking care of her toddler and baby and did not pay much attention. I was visiting her one day and she started telling me about this Eureka Boss cordless vacuum again and gave me a demo. She likes it so much she has one for each floor of her house! I was amazed, and went home and ordered one online from Target. It is fantastic! I can clean a whole floor in minutes, including cat hair and kitty litter! I needed a little practice emptying the dust cup, but have developed a good techique so I don't get it all over. I usually put off cleaning because I have to drag out the heavy cumbersome vacuum. Now I actually enjoy cleaning with this light and adaptable machine. Life is so much easier and cleaner. Thanks!

makes life easier!
i bought this item based on the previous reviews and, if anything, they underestimated it. was very suprised at the power - my labrador sheds like a dried out christmas tree - this will surely make my life easier! great for small throw rugs the big vac sucks up into the machine. Buy two!

Quick, Easy and light!
This does not have the power of my Hoover upright, but you have to be a little bit touched to think that something 6 volts would. It works great for everyday vacuuming and keeps my rabbits little 'gifts' under control. I am using mine on a carpetted apartment. Not a really large apartment, but it is a 2 bedroom. I do not think that the battery would last long enough to vacuum up a large house, but I get in a solid cleaning on one charge.<br /> <br /> I dropped one star for 2 reasons...<br /> The dust cup could be larger and not so nasty to empty.<br /> If the roller gets to tagled in hair and you have to actually remove it from the unit to cut all that hair off, plan your day around it. The little motor for the brush is attached in a way that is sorta hangs out, the little plastic clips that hold the roller brush in are a pain to get to stay put while you are trying to put it back together, as are the little wheels.

SMART PURCHASE
I have used Eureka Boss Lites For years. They have changed styles over the years and is still a very good product. My Mom got me hooked on them. I have given them as gifts many times. New brides love them too.I hear the same comments from everyone-they love it. Just in the past two weeks I have purchased 5 for myself and other former users. You can't find them in the stores anymore. Well worth the money and the only reason that I have to keep buying them is that I have one on each level of our home and they have been used so much that they get worn out.It is convienent and has a strong suction. Make sure that you purchase this model and that it is CORDLESS!! You almost never need to use another big vaccum. Cordless is the way to go!!!!!!! Donna M. in Virginia ... Read more

Features

• O2 filter system includes washable HEPA 13 filtration and s-bag to contain 99.95% of airborne dust and allergens
• Powered brush roll for cleaning carpets includes a lifetime belt; carpet-height adjustment and fingertip controls
• Variable-speed motor control provides superior specialty cleaning and control
• Quick-release wand system and premium accessories
• Electronic filter and bag-change indicators mean easy maintenance

Features

• Electronic indicator lets you know when to change the dust bag
• O2 filter system with lifetime HEPA 12 filtration captures 99.5% of airborne dust and allergens
• Power head's separate motor provides powerful carpet cleaning
• Durable brush roll and lifetime belt; carpet height adjustment and fingertip controls
• Quick-release wand system and premium accessories

Reviews (7)

Which Electrolux?
Star rating is just a placeholder, but you might find the following helpful.

I was doing research on Electrolux vacuum as my Mom has used those before and doesn't want anything less. I was surprised and confused when I discovered that there are actually two Electrolux brand out there.

One is Aerus Electrolux, Texas based (www.aerusonline.com), and the other is the US subsidiary of Electrolux, headquartered in Sweden (www.electrolux.com).

I originally thought the Swedish maker (Volvo springs to mind) is the one that my Mom is familiar with, but turns out that Aerus Electrolux vacuum are actually the ones.

Aerus Electrolux's top of the line Guardian 9000 carries a list price of over sixteen hundred, and retails realistically for about a thousand and is sold mostly through dealers. The Swedish Electrolux's top of the line Oxygen Ultra retails for five hundred and you can find it on Amazon. The Swedish maker also owns the Eureka brand (a respectable vacuum too).

I ended up buying a Guardian 9000 from Aerus Electrolux for my Mom and she's been very happy with it for the past year. It is built like a tank, bullet-proof Lexan plastic, good suction, HEPA filter. And we know neighbors with earlier versions that lasted decades and still going.

I noticed that some of the other reviewers who owned Electrolux before are disappointed with the Oxygen. Well, I guess they might have owned an Aerus Electrolux before, and did not know that Oxygen Ultra is actually made by a different company.

Now, how can two companies own the same brand? Aerus Electrolux was founded in 1924 in US, the Swedish maker in 1919 (according to their respective web sites). I don't know when the Swedish maker started marketing in earnest in US, but Aerus might have lost a court battle somewhere, which would explain why the Guardian vacuum machines carry the LUX (R) trademark these days instead of Electrolux.

Would I buy any vacuum machine for over a thousand? Probably not. But if you or someone in your family is in search of a perfect vacuum, the above might help.

Satisfied Wife
My wife had purchased a Fantom Lightning Vac some 3 or 4 years ago and had nothing but trouble with it almost from the beginning but for sure after the warranty had expired. After searching the market and being disappointed with the quality of today's vacuums, She remarked that her old Electrolux lasted for more than 20 years and that she should just get another one. Well, we found it on Amazon.Com and read the reviews to which we agreed that some people just aren't mechanically inclined and disregarded the negatives. We purchased the model 6988A and once again, my wife is very pleased with her vacuuming machine. The quality is built in and the performance really satisfies her. Thanks, Electrolux, for building products that our loving spouses like. Well worth the monies.

Mighty Mite
This stylish vacuum is light and compact but as powerful as the big lug-arounds. It leaves the carpet free of dirt and debris and fluffs up the pile like new; however, it's main advantages are it's quietness and dust free operation. Other HEPA vacuums that I have owned always had dust on them after I used them. This vacuum has virtually no dust on it after you use it and that's using the regular vacuum bag (there is a vacuum bag available that filters even more dust, etc.). The dust bag is extremely easy to change and has a "self-sealing" feature that prevents dust from escaping while it is being removed from the canister. I found no problems in assembling and disassembling the hoses, wands and accessories; so I don't know what the other users who reported a problem in this area were doing wrong. The only drawback is the "on-board" cleaning tool storage which fits awkardly on the outside of the canister but the compact size of the vacuum is more than an even trade-off for this shortcoming.

Really Nice Vacuum
I bought this vaccum after developing allergies for the first time. My parents have had an elextrolux for the past 25 years and it has always worked great. Although Eureka is now making these electrolux vaccums I expect that in order to preserve the integrity of the name they will make every effort to make sure this product line is up to standard, and I think they have succeded in this regard.
Contrary to the other reviews I took my vaccum home and was able to connect all of the pieces by myself without any problems. The bags are small, but so is the vaccum. If you want bigger bags chose an upright, but beware, the hepa filtration on those units is not as good. The filter and bags are easy to acess. The power head is very sturdy but has a little trouble standing on its own- it can do it, but will fall down with the slightest breeze.
The vaccum is very quiet. To test the suction I first vaccumed with my old vaccum and then revaccumed with this one. I was very impressed. I could hear every piece of sand and crumb climbing up the hose- and there was a lot!!! It even has a light so you can vaccum in the dark, or in a dark corner. The head seems to move itself effortlessly across the room.
If you are considering this machine, don't be afraid of the other reviews. I did not experience their woes.

DON'T BUY THIS VACUUM OR THIS BRAND
This vacuum is not worth the money. My vacuum worked for two weeks before the belt broke and they do not carry belts at this time. According to a customer service representative they did not expect belts to malfunction so they are on backorder for the time being. When I called customer service I was told a number of stories, but in the end no one offered to help and I was told I would just have to wait for the parts to come in (about 3 months). According to an electrolux repairman, these are basically overpriced eurekas because this company paid for the electrolux name. My advice is to buy a bissell. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Great for high-speed, large-area cleaning, this Eureka upright vacuum is simple, maneuverable, and strong. Though not appropriate for bare floors, the vacuum features six different carpet-nap settings, tuned with an easy-access dial that ranges from low pile to thick plush. The no-nonsense construction of the vacuum makes it easy to push and turn, while the wide bumper protects furniture and baseboards. The back-mounted cloth bag zips open completely for easy removal of the inner paper bag. The stout metal brush roll on this machine stands up to abuse and thoroughly sweeps and combs carpet for deeper cleaning. The handle--released with a foot pedal--can go flush with the floor for vacuuming under furniture. Though this model doesn't come with hoses, attachments, or extra gadgets, it's a reliable, powerful way to clean all kinds of carpet. At 20 pounds, it's not exactly a lightweight, but the spare design lets you turn it on a dime. Eureka makes this upright with a bright headlight, two cord hooks, a foot-controlled power switch, and a 50-foot power cord. It also comes with a spare paper dust bag. --Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• Bright headlight, two cord hooks, foot-controlled power switch
• Simple, maneuverable, and strong
• Six different carpet-nap settings; easy-access dial from low pile to thick plush
• Wide bumper protects furniture and baseboards; back-mounted cloth bag zips open
• Weighs 20 pounds; includes 50-foot power cord

Reviews (1)

Looks like I found It.
We call my wife the Vacuum Lady.All she does is Vacuum .When she gets home from work the first thing she does is grab the vacuum. We've had our 5 amp professional Eureka Vacuum since 1977. Although it's pretty beaten up it is still running fine.I wanted to buy her a new one. We bought a new Eureka lightweight and brought it back the next day. The sound was too high pitched and it felt like a toy vacuum.The brush is made out of plastic. In fact with all my research I found out that most are plastic not metal like the Eureka C2094G .The metal ones last forever. Now we finally found the exact replacement the Eureka Heavy Duty Commercial Series . It has a 50 foot cord and that's the longest you will find.Instead of putting all extras and accessories into the vacuum it is just pure raw power .If you want a vacuum that lasts 25 years this is it. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Big wheels, a light body, and generous attachments make the Eureka Mighty Mite vacuum just the tool for speedy vacuum jobs. With its lengthy hose and full-length floor brush attached, the little vacuum is great for carpet or bare floors. Designed for simple bag changing, the vacuum sits up on one end so removing and replacing the bag is easy. At 11 pounds, the Mighty Mite is a snap to carry and stores most of its attachments onboard. Even the power cord wraps cleverly around a back hook and the front wheel mount. With a crush-resistant 7-foot hose and two extension wands, this vacuum is easy to store and provides a lot of extension. The crevice tool is great for corners and a combination attachment dusts furniture and cleans upholstery, and, best of all, the hose swivels fully at the connecting point for surprisingly easy maneuvering. --Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• Blower port
• 8-amp motor
• Ready-to-use attachments
• Deluxe floor nozzle
• 20-foot power cord

Reviews (17)

Did not meet my expectations
I bought this vacuum based on the following:
I am moving into a small apartment and I am a small person. Picking up upright vacuums is strenuous for me, and I didn't want to have to store something the size of an upright. Ideally, I wanted something that can clean all the floors of my apartment, tile and carpet without buying separate units. I was skeptical about buying a vacuum online, but it is from a reputable manufacturer, as my mom's steel olive green Eureka from the 70s continues to work well.

Oddly, I did not find the noise to be a problem, and the attachments stayed in place without any vibrations.

Here are my problems and disappointments with this vacuum:
The vacuum having a "floor brush" is misleading. There are no rotating bristles on this vacuum. While the suction is excellent on this vacuum, without a "brush" I do not feel the vacuum is really getting between the fibers of the carpet, and it is just vacuuming the surface.

The cleaning path of the floor attachment is not full width, it measures approximately 3/4" by 3" in the middle of the attachment. I believe a Black and Decker DustBuster has a larger cleaning path. Therefore, this vacuum does not have suction for the edges of the carpet, or against furniture. You will have to remove the floor attachment and use the nozzle to pick up debris close to baseboards.

Furthermore, it looks like in previous models the floor attachment locked onto the wand, and was released by pushing a button. On this model it does not lock onto the wand and comes off when I push the unit back and forth on a carpeted surface.

As this is a canister vac, sometimes it might bang into an object as it trails behind. The door to the bag chamber opened on me as a result.

The Mighty Mite would be fine if I had mostly barefloors with some small area rugs. Even better solution to this scenario though is the Dirt Devil Powerstick. The triangular floor attachment gets into corners and the suction is along the edges. The Powerstick is smaller and much more maneuverable.

A vacuum that really sucks
You will cry "Eureka" with delight if you buy this vacuum. Its 9 amps gives you sucking power very nearly equivalent to that of a traditional, full-size machine. Plus, it's very well-thought-out, and with its long hose and lots of attachments, it will take care of 90% of your vacuuming needs.

If you live in an apartment, this is really all you need. The only thing you can't do well or quickly is thick rugs. To do those rugs well, you'll have to get a big, "real" machine that costs three times as much. I'm withholding one star on the Mighty Mite because the vacuum attachment that comes with the machine is basically just a clip-on, and not a real electrified, spinning carpet attachment.

Some people have complained about the noise, but I think it's loud (of course! it's a vacuum!) but nothing at all to be concerned with.

Be careful on the price. I got gouged. Don't pay more than $100 whether you buy online or in a store. It's a great product, but don't get (here comes a pun) suckered.

Don¿t buy it - it doesn¿t work!
Loud machine with really lousy suction. You can vacuum the wooden floors but forget the thick carpets - it simply doesn't pick up a dirt. This vacuum is a waste of money.

so loud my neighbors two houses over thought it was buzz saw
Incredibly loud machine. Which could mean good things in terms of its power, but the way it's built, the exhaust ends up blowing dust around where I'm trying to vacuum, which means you have to go over things twice and even three times, thus defeating the purpose of strong uptake. And the head is a joke: if it's not positioned exactly parallel to the floor, it won't pick everything up.

Finally, what lowers it from a two-star rating to a one-star rating: I haven't been able to find bags for this machine anywhere locally (I live in a large city, and K-Marts and Targets are close by too), nor does Amazon stock them. A real pain. This vacuum is a bust.

My Might Might 2 just keeps on going
I bought my first Mighty Might eight years ago. I thought it would be perfect for a small apartment and I was right. It does everything it claims, and the bags are easy to find at Fred Meyer; Walmart; and all the other leading houseware stores. This is the second Eureka product I've bought and I am absolutly satisfied with their products. No, the floor attachment as mentioned in a previous review does not clean from the edges but isn't that what the crevise tool is for? I vacume both floor and carpet and then attach the crevise tool and do the baseboards and around furniture legs--no problem. If you have a small apartment and on a budget and storage space counts, buy this vacume! ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Youthful in appearance due to its transparent, tangerine-colored body, this vacuum from Eureka’s Mighty Mite line would make a great gift for the college graduate or new renter. Storage is no problem, since the canister is compact and lightweight, and all its tools store on board. This model’s 12-amp cyclonic system of operation creates superior suction for a vacuum its size, while the deluxe floor brush cleans both carpets and hardwoods. A crevice tool for corners and baseboards is included, as well as a combination tool, which features bristles on one side for dusting and a nozzle on the other for stairs and upholstery. With no bags required and a reusable dust cup filter, the vacuum is quick to clean and maintain. Eureka covers the vacuum with a one-year warranty against defects. --Ann Bieri ... Read more

Features

• Dust cup filter and blower port
• Compact 12-amp canister cleans floors, carpet, stairs, and upholstery
• Bagless cyclonic system for superior dirt pick-up
• Deluxe floor brush, crevice tool, and combination tool
• Transparent Tangerine Lexan body, 20-foot cord

Reviews (4)

I can't say enough good things about this vaccuum!
I never thought I would want a canister vaccuum. My mother had one and the canister would fall over and it was a pain to drag around. But then my husband and I pulled up the rugs and put in hardwood floors and area rugs and it was a pain in the neck to have to dry mop the floor parts and what to use on the carpet? I bought an electric broom, carpet sweeper and a stick vac and none of them did an adequate job. So I read the helpful reviews on here and I got this vaccuum!

And I can not say enough good things about it. It doesn't fall over because the back wheels are huge, they move smoothly to follow you around. the cord is long. It is easy to switch from carpet to bare floor and it comes with a ton of attachments. It easily gets under dressers and into areas that you could never get an upright! You just pick up the hose and put it behind the furniture or lay it down and do under! You can easily do the couch cushions! I will NEVER go back to an upright.

And with this one there are no bags!! The filter is easy to clean! It picks up everything on the first swipe and gets deeply into the thick, plush area rug in our family room! And with two toddlers and two dogs, there are a lot of spills and messes and it works great! I can do my whole house with this one very lightweight, compact, easy to store vaccuum!

I LOVE IT!!!!!!

Good power, so-so attachments
I bought this model to try out at home and to use at the local animal shelter where I clean out the cattery once each week. It's a decent vacuum and for the price is a good buy.

The power is good - strong enough to pick up evenly across the width of the floor tool while cutting a swath through dust, dirt, or cat litter. It does have trouble with larger objects - bits of kibble, in my case - but this seems down to the head design. If I take it off, the bare hose sucks up anything I've tried it on.

The tools that come with the machine are not the best designs I've seen. The smooth surface tool has a nice, wide head, but has wheels on it that seemed more of a nuisance than any real use. Relatively soon (I've had it about a month now) one of the wheels fell off and could not be popped back on. That aside, the tool works OK without wheels (hardly any difference) and does not scratch the floor, so it's still usable.

The machine also came with a very interesting-looking device for cleaning carpet, complete with a mechanism designed to spin a small brush. This worked for about five minutes, during which time it was quite effective on our berber rug. It then stopped working and I've been unable to make it work since.

The internal workings seem more robust; it's done a great job handling a lot of pet hair, cat litter, bits of food, heavy dirt, etc. For its size and weight (pleasantly light) it has great power, and I find the filter no real bother to clean. Like any bagless, you do need to be prepared to handle some mess when emptying the dust cup, but it's usually enough just to stick it in a plastic grocery bag and dump the dirt into the bag. Lots cheaper than cleaner bags and handy as well. I'm happy with it and for the price, it's a nice buy.

Trying this model since
had a mighty mite for 15 years and its still going. Reason
for purchasing this new model is that going to give the old
mite to a family member to use in there cars. So if the 3690
is anything like the old mite it will be a good vac.

It is confusing searching the net but when went to Eureka sites
some of the models in net are not listed. This led to believe
they were discontinued so again selected the 3690. All that
was listed were 3670, 3690, 3695.

Will follow up once this model arrives

No spinduster
While the vacuum has lots of suction it is not too easy to use as the floor tool pulls off center. The spinduster was listed as an accessory so I ordered it. It does not work with this model Eureka. ... Read more

Features

• Measures 24 by 15-1/2 by 18-1/2 inches
• 3-motor extractor removes deep dirt from carpets; no assembly required
• Quick latch tanks for easy cleaning; deluxe attachments; fingertip controls
• Looped handle and direct-drive technology; folding handle makes for easy storage
• Includes tool caddy for convenient above-the-floor cleaning attachments

Amazon.com Review

Clean carpets, bare floors, and stairs in a snap with the MiniLight upright vacuum from Eureka. Weighing just 8 pounds, the machineis lightweight but not flimsy, has a 10-inch cleaning path, andincludes a three-way power switch for greater cleaning range. Equippedwith a dual-motor system, the Mini Light allows you to choose betweensafe bare-floor cleaning (no brush-roll action) or more aggressivecarpet cleaning (with motor-driven brush roll). Eureka's bagless designincludes a transparent dust-collection cup, so you can see at a glancewhen it needs emptying. The system eliminates the hassle of bags, and,even better, helps maximize the efficiency of the machine with regularemptying. Popping the cup off to dump it out is simple—-it releases andreattaches better than many similar models—-and it includes a washablefilter. The collapsible handle is especially useful on stairs and forstorage. The machine's cord retainer, dual power-cord hooks, andcomfortable loop handle are helpful extras. Eureka's Clean Air systemprotects the motor from damage. --Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• 20-foot power cord
• Revolving brush roll and two-motor system
• Clear dust cup, stair-cleaning handle, and floor nozzle
• Clean Air system
• Three-position power switch

Reviews (33)

Yellow and Sucky!
When I first saw this vacuum, I thought it looked VERY flimsy and VERY yellow. But after reading other people's reviews, it seemed to work well on pet hair and dust. And the fact that it's a bagless and with no HEPA made it even more attractive. I don't have allergies so I don't need that expensive filter. From past experience, HEPA filters get horribly clogged. And your vacuum loses suction power. So finding a vacuum that didn't have that feature made me so happy! So with all those considerations, I bought it.
I was amazed at how sturdy it was and how well it worked around my rabbit pen. It pick up ALL of my rabbit's hairs and pulverized calcium tablet bits. So I decided to try his spilled pellet litter. And it picked that up as well as the larger pellet food!
I then decided to vacuum the rest of my apartment should be pretty clean since I vacuum it everyday (kind of have to when you live with a rabbit). And it was even more amazing!!! The dust cup was more than half full with dust and hairs that my big vacuum missed.
Cleaning is easy. Just take off the dust cup and dump the dirt in the trash. There is a fine mesh screen filter (like the ones for lint in the dryer) and it seems to catch dirt just fine. And you can clean it by rinsing or you can replace it for just $2.99 when ordering from the manufacturer.
I don't know about this little vac's reliability but Eureka is a pretty good brand. And for $35-$40 bucks. I would just get another if this one broke or lost suction power.
And it's so cute! It really is a mini vacuum (not those lame stick vac brooms).

Ideal for Apartments
I was recently in the market for a new vacuum after my 10 year old Bissell died, so I decided to give this Eureka a try since it was on sale. It has turned out to be a great value for my money. I have two cats that I'm always cleaning up after and the Eureka easily sucks up pet hair, cat litter, and bits of dry cat food that sometimes make their way to the floor or carpet. And it does a much better job on the stairs than my old Bissell ever did. Best of all the Eureka is lightweight and does not take up much storage space, definitely a plus for me as I live in an apartment. On the other hand if you live in a house you may just want to have this for quick jobs where you don't need to use your big vacuum, as the dust cup has to sometimes be emptied midway through vacuuming one room. In all I highly recommend it.

Lasted 6 months!
I got mine from QVC and it only lasted six months before it just decided to stop working. So, I'm out the money but it is a great vacuum when it does work. It picked up everything but the cord is extremely short. I like the disappearing handle - that's very helpful. But, IT IS VERY, VERY LOUD! My little boy just couldn't stand it whenever I used this thing and quite frankly, neither could I. Other vacuums don't bother us that much but definitely don't buy this if you are bothered by sound. I guess I really don't miss that part at all, but it did a great job picking up stuff off the kitchen floor. It would be nice to have it longer than six months - next time I'm buying a shark!

good for small apartments or college kids!
When we first bought this vacuum 2 years ago, it started out real good. It had strong suction power, is not overly loud and was very easy to empty out. However, if you have a big apartment or house, I would not recommend it, it is good for berber carpet or hardwood floors, not for any heavier type of carpet. It does get louder over time until the day it dies. It isn't meant to last too long of a time, the vent will sometimes shoot out dirt on the side (stinging your legs if you have shorts on)! It is good for occasional use, for the typical college dorm or small apartments because it is easy to store and is somewhat light and compact compared to the other models on the market.

Yes, it's great! But use earplugs!!
I agree with all the kudos of the other reviewers: it's light, it's compact, it's easy to use. But that noise!! Having only wood floors until now, my only "vacuum" has been a shopvac - and they aren't exactly quiet. But I went out and bought earplugs after the first time with this vacuum. It's not just loud, but shrill. It's still worth it, and I'd rate it highly. But buyer beware of hearing damage!! ... Read more

Features

• High-quality, on-board tools make above-floor cleaning easy
• Ultra-quiet operation makes using this upright unusually pleasant
• Variable speed motor control and easy, 7-level height adjustment
• O2 filtration system with a washable HEPA 12 filter captures 99.5% of airborne dust and allergens
• Cleaning made easy with a super-stretch hose, ergonomic soft handle, and 15" cleaning path

Reviews (5)

Actually Makes Vacuuming Easy!
I purchased the Electrolux Aptitude last month despite some bad reviews here. After using it for one month, I am thoroughly satisfied with it. This is the best vacuum that I have ever owned. It is a replacement for a Hoover V2 that literally fell apart. The Electrolux is much quieter, more solidly built and easier to maneuver. Hoover claims to outclean all other uprights but I find that this vacuum leaves the carpet cleaner and raises the nap of the carpet better. Also, there is no dust residue on the vacuum cleaner, the attachments, and wheels after using it whereas with the Hoover, even with it's HEPA filter, there was always dust.

In summary, I would recommend this cleaner; it's relatively light and very easy to use, quiet, great looking, cleans very well and leaves no dust after using it.

Buyer Beware....This is not a real Electrolux!!
I purchased an upright Electrolux about 20 years ago and the vacuum is still going strong, needed another vacuum and greed got the best of me......"an Electrolux for just a little over $300?....I better snatch that up right away!"....What a mistake!! cheap, poor fitting plastic, poor overall performance. a warmed over Eureka (Same Company).

Evidently Electrolux sold off the high quality vacuum cleaner portion of their business to a company called Aerus, they have a web site or you can buy a slightly different version of the Aerus 3000, still the high quality of past Electrolux's, on QVC called the "Ultralux by Electrolux" for $344.

What a Rip-Off
I first, i thought i was getting a "True Electrolux" for a bargin price. The old saying "you get what you pay for" is oh so true. As it turns out, this is a cheap Eureka vacuum cleaner. First time i tryed to clean under a chair, i discovered the brush head lifts off the floor completely. Forget cleaning under a bed. It's noisy, looks like cheaper tthan normal plastic parts. It also left scuff marks all over my wood flooring. I could get the same vacuum cleaner but branded Eureka for a lot less money if thats what i wanted. For me, it's going back for a refund. My advise, stay away from this product. If it is an Electrolux you want (as i do) then be sure you buy the real item. Don't know why, but the real Electrolux is now called Aerus or something like that. Same great products but a different name now.

My 3 cents worth,

Great vacuum, very versatile!
After doing much research, Consumer Reports and reading a lot of reviews, I decided to by the EL 5010 upright. I went to Sears to get a highly rated Kenmore model. However, after comparing the way it felt compared to the Electrolux, I decided to get the Electrolux. It's attractive appearance, comfortable handle, quieter 2 speed motor, tool accessory package and ease of use is what sold me! I originally had planned to get one of the Dyson's but after reading what Consumer Reports said about it, I realized it's not all its hyped to be, inspite of all the rave reviews on this site. Compare several upright vacuums, listen to them and practice handling them in person in a store before you buy or order on line and you'll see what I mean about this wonderfully pleasant vacuum! I was able to clean areas around the computers and wiring along the edge of the wall that have never been cleaned before with the on board tools and hose.

Not my Mother's Electrolux
For years my Mom used her old Electrolux canister vacuum and it worked like a champ. So needless to say I was very excited to see Electrolux had re-released their product line that is better than ever! Wow, what can I say, it's light, powerful easy to use and picks up pet hair like crazy. Plus, with the HEPA filter my daughter's allergies symptoms have been reduced. I can't say enough good thing about it. It almost makes vacuuming fun. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The Eureka Home Cleaning System vacuum combines the sturdystructure usually found in uprights with the versatility of acanister-style machine. A dual-motor system lets you choose betweenbare-floor cleaning (no brush-roll action) and carpet cleaning (withmotorized brush roll). The vacuum's highly maneuverable floor brushfeatures a 13-inch cleaning path, automatic height adjustment, and asmart nozzle design, which directs suction to the edges and corners.The canister, equipped with its own onboard tools and bag-changeindicator, is solidly built for easy tool access and simple bagchanging. The unit's micron filter even traps pollens, dust, andallergens as small as 5 microns in size. Some structural details onthis machine are especially handy, like the swiveling hose assembly andthe wraparound cord storage. Accessories and attachments include a7-foot hose, chromed steel extension wands, a dusting brush, anupholstery nozzle, a floor brush, and a crevice tool. --EmilyBedard ... Read more

Features

• Onboard tools
• Micron filter system
• Swivel hose and standard floor brush
• 12-amp motor
• 20-foot power cord

Reviews (5)

still hasn't been shipped
It has been 20 days since my order was placed. It has yet to ship! Pay no attention to the reviewer who said he got it in 3 days.

Best Canister Vacuum Ever!!
Just received this vacuum today & it is the best I have ever used in 26 years. Absolutely beats out my central vacuum system!! Takes up ALL the dog hair, I cannot emphasize that enough.My rugs look great and so do the hard floors. Handles very easily, rolls itself along, you only need to guide it. Great price, quick shipment, I couldn't be happier.

Eureka 6856D canister vacuum
Used by a cleaning service in the homes of executives and professionals, very fussy customers. Great power and easy to use. Have used 6800 series canisters for 8+ years, and will continue to do so.

Power Cord not retractable
Its a very average unit that does not have a retractable power cord.

The Good
It does its job and is light to move around.

The Bad
The hose does get tangled up very easily much like a cheap garden hose. And again, NO RETRACTABLE POWER CORD.

Great Vacuum at this price
This vacuum compared with my old Eureka canister vacuum is much better. They both use the same filter bags (style V) but the size of this one is a little bit bigger and lighter.
Pros:
1. This vacuum has less sound.
2. The tool accessories are functional and are stored in the canister.
3. The canister is light and is convenient to carry around stairs and to clean blinds, etc.
4. This vacuum is convenient to use and has a very good suction for cleaning.
Cons:
1. The electric cord does not automatically retract.
This vacuum does a good job cleaning carpets and we are very satisfied. We would recommend it to all who are looking for this type of vacuum with this price range.
Note: The delivering/shipping time is very fast ... and it's free - I received this vacuum within three days. ... Read more

Features

• Measures 23 by 11 by 8-1/2 inches; 1-year limited warranty
• 12-amp canister vacuum with motorized floor nozzle and electronic "on/off" switch
• Power-Touch handle provides fingertip control over switching revolving brushroll on and off
• Allergen-micron filtration system; headlight; 25-foot cord and cord reel; bag-change indicator
• Durable on-board tools include dusting brush, crevice tool, and upholstery nozzle

Reviews (3)

Eureka! I stumbled upon a great vacuum!!!
I'm very pleased with this vacuum. I was somewhat reluctant to buy this particular model based on the reviews here, however I did enough other research to feel confident about making my purchase and I haven't been disappointed. It has all the important features and impresses me as being a reasonably good quality machine (considering it's relatively low price) that should stand the test of time and my frequent use.

When our old upright went ka-put, my husband who grew up with a canister insisted that we get one. I'm finding that canisters definitely have their advantages - It is much more versatile in its cleaning abilities than an upright, and makes cleaning under furniture and doing stairs easy.

The vacuum has great suction while being very quiet, so that you can easily talk over it if you need to. The various attachments all work well for their respective applications. I especially love the powerhead, which to me was a must in considering a canister. It works wonderfully on our carpets. The bare floor attachment does equally well on the hardwood floors and other non-carpeted areas. The bags are a reasonable size so as not to require too frequent changing and are easy to change. (Bagless doesn't appeal to me - although I've never used one, it sounds messy.) My one complaint is that the bare floor attachment is difficult to remove; you need some small implement to depress the metal button in order to be able to slide it off. It's kind of a ridiculous problem to have with an otherwise well designed vacuum, and it is an inconvenience, but I can live with it.

If I had it to do over again, I would choose it again.

Totally Disatisfied!
I bought a similar model (Eureka 6983A/D) on Amazon and am totally disatisfied with it. The machine came without a model number sticker on it, which I didn't notice until I tried to get service covered under warranty. The vacuum broke brush roll belts from the second time I used it. The repairman told me I would have to clean the brush roll every time I use it to avoid having it melt solid again because the brush roll does not have a shield to protect it from dog hair and other materials one normally vacuums up. Eureka refused to replace the brush roll ($25.95) because I couldn't supply the model number sticker that they didn't put on my particular machine. I will never buy another Eureka vacuum!

EUREKA STILL COMES THRU
I recently purchased the Eureka Canister Vacuum Model #6982D to replace another Eureka vacuum that was about 10 years old. The new vacuum has a much better powerhead than the original one and comes with power nozzle for the stairs as a bonus, no extra charge. The vacuum is so quiet and cleans my hardwood floors with ease. The floorhead seems to go in its own direction until you get the hang of the new swivel head. The new one also has suction adjusting that makes a big difference. This vaccum has been such a great change to the old version. The only drawback is that the electrical cord could be longer to keep from changing from room to room, also all of the vacuum is plastic not like the old one with the metal poles. I would rate this vacuum with 4 stars and a great buy, all other places had this for over $220.00. This was a great bargin. I feel that Eureka has always come through for me and I have had other brands. I vacuum every day because of our two dogs and this is so light and easy to use. The tools are on board except the floor noozle this you have to find a place for, the old one had a place for all of the other tools.. But over all a great vacuum..... ... Read more

Features

• Also includes clean air system and floor nozzle
• Lightweight and powerful vacuum is great for quick cleanups
• Handily cleans both bare floors and carpets
• Converts to hand vac for hard-to-reach areas
• Includes easy-empty dust cup and stair cleaning and telescopic handle

Reviews (37)

Versatile and great for pet hair
I was pleasantly surprised at the ability of this little vac to pick up pet hair. Removing the handle is accomplished easily to facilitate cleaning pet hair from furniture. The vac can be operated with the revolving brush on or off by selecting the appropriate setting at the switch.

It's great for small quick cleanups on carpet or cleaning bare floors. Make no mistake, this is not a replacement for a full-size, full-power vac. As a test I used this product on a section of heavy-traffic carpet that went two weeks without cleaning. It picked up the pet hair fairly well and filled it's dust cup. I then cleaned the same section with a new Bissel Cleanview Bagless upright (I've also written a review for the Bissel). The Bissel picked up enough pet hair, dust and dirt to fill the Eureka's dust cup several times. The dust cup on the Eureka is easy to remove but messy to empty and tapping it to remove the dust results in dust flying everywhere.

Keeping in mind what it's designed for, I give the Eureka Boss Superbroom 4 stars. If you have lots of carpeting in your home, don't even consider this to be your primary vac. As a primary vac I would give it only one star.

Does the job and does it right!
This is a perfect, quick broom-vac for frequent easy cleanings. It’s so tiny, versatile, and inexpensive, that everyone should own one. This powerful broom vacuum does a great job on our floors and area rugs. The beater bar easily picks up the hair from our shorthaired dog, as well as my long hair. The small head allows you to get under objects that you never could with a full size vacuum. The filter is easy to clean with a quick tap and rinse. And you can also turn the beater bar off for floor cleaning. I own a noisy full-size Dirt Devil vacuum that I purchased in college. After moving out of a wall-to-wall carpeted apartment into a hardwood floor house I found it tiresome to vacuum the area rugs and then sweep the floor areas with a broom. You may ask why I didn't just use the vacuum on the whole house. Well, I found that the beater bar on my full-size vacuum was rough on the hardwood floors. And since I didn't have the option of turning off the beater bar, my only option was an old-fashioned broom. So when my husband and I had the opportunity to register for our wedding, we thought we would try a smaller vacuum. One gift, one year and one dog later, we still own the vacuum and love it! My only negative comment about this vacuum is the hard to use dust cup button. I have found it difficult to pull the button into an open position to remove and replace the dust cup. But considering that my full size vacuum hasn't left the closest for over a year, the button is only a minor flaw. You should keep in mind; this is a broom-vac, which is meant to take the place of your broom, not a full size vacuum. I love this for my hardwood floors and area rugs, but I do not think it would perform as well on wall-to-wall carpet. Also keep in mind; if this vacuum broke today, I would instantly buy another one tomorrow!

Cord is shorter, but this is a great vacuum!
This is the perfect vacuum for small areas - to clean up cat litter, bathrooms, small spills. The suction is great on hardwood, tile, and carpet floors, and it's so lightweight and easy to store!

excellent value
I love the price for a powerful vaccum. The cord is short so I added on a white extension cord. I love it

This vacume has a very short cord!
Unless you want to keep replugging the vacume like 4 times to do one room, I wouldn't recommend this vacume. I am sending it back to Target. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Named for both its bronze color and for its power, this600-watt hand vacuum is compact, lightweight, and comes with a dusting brush, crevice brush, and 20-inch flexible hose. The tools can be attached directly to the vacuum or to the hose. The vacuum is only 9 inches long and weighs just 3.2 pounds. An adjustable shoulder strap is included so the vacuum can easily be carried around the house or garage if the attachments are being used with the hose. A 15-foot power cord gives plenty of reach for cleaning drapes or the interior of an SUV. The bagless vacuum employs a large cup with a filter to capture dust; both the cup and the filter can be washed. The vacuum carries aone-year warranty against defects. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• 15-foot power cord for long reach
• Powerful, compact, lightweight hand vacuum
• 600 watts, 9-inches long, 3.2 pounds
• Dusting brush, crevice brush, 20-inch flexible hose included
• Comes with adjustable shoulder strap

Reviews (3)

Great for college students
I bought this vaccum while I was in college. I lived (and still do) in an apartment that was partially carpeted, but not enough to warrant buying a full-size vaccum. So I opted for this one because it is compact and inexpensive, albeit skeptical that it might not have enough power.

Not only were my fears allayed, but I was actually impressed. I've had it for a couple of years and it is more than adequate to clean the carpet (with no heavy soiling, of course). I even use it to clean in between furniture, to suck up the dust bunnies in my computer, and even to clean my car. The cable length is ample, it comes with many useful accessories, and it is so easy to clean out the dust compartment.

My only gripe is that it is extremely loud. If you live in an apartment, I definitely would advise not to use it after-hours.

great product
I bought this item because of the good review of the previous user, and she is right! I used this vacuum to clean my bathroom, kitchen, and stairs. It is very powerful and the surfaces have never looked this much better. Its dust-collected cup seems small, but it can hold a lot of stuff.

The minor flaw is that it is quite noisy and its cord seems to be shorter than I would like. But definitely it is worth the money and it does its job.

A Great Price for a Good Little Machine
First, I am a fan of Eureka vaccums. The canister model I own is 14 years old and has always been a workhorse, so you can consider me prejudiced about this brand name and the review that follows.

I bought this little "baby" two months ago and I waited to review until I had used the machine a number of times. Having used several of the dustbusters over the years, I can compare. Yes, this Eureka has a cord--but it is a *very* long cord--so it is not limiting. It is a powerful vaccum which I do not find to be loud or high-pitched. It is for small jobs when lugging out the big machine is too much of a bother.

I just used it to clean the lint from the back of the dryer, which is in a small confined space and it has always been difficult to get the big vaccum back there. This little Eureka did a fabulous job getting all the stuck-together lint both deep inside the back of the dryer and around it: the floors and walls too!

The cup is easy to remove and clean, just rinse or spritz a little cleaner on it. It holds a surprising amount of "junk".
Yes, the machine can get "hot" but so do full size vacs; I do not consider that an issue. I have used it when vacuuming the ceiling--I now live in the southwest and the ceilings are a problem--and was very happy with the lightness of holding the vac while working and standing on a step ladder.

Downside: storing the long cord. I still haven't figured out how to wrap it or quite what to do with it yet. The extension hose is a useful attachment but the plastic could be a slightly better grade.

I bought this vac because the price was so low and decided to give it a try. I am very pleased that I did. ... Read more

Features

• Package of 3 Bags
• Replacement Bag for use with Eureka Ultra or Boss Smart Vac 4800 Series

Features

• Long 16-foot power cord
• Tools-on-board design provides easy access
• Deluxe floor brush for extra cleaning
• Convenient cord reel
• 11-amp motor provides solid cleanign power

Reviews (3)

Recomend this to all those who have hardwood floors
Received my Eureka 972A today. Was impressed as soon as I took it out of the box. The quality was more than I expected. Worked great on my floor and small rug. I was also pleased with the speed in which I got it. Two days!!!

This is a powerful & convenient vacuum (for bare floors)
This vacuum is powerful (11 amps) & convenient (small & lightweight with a retractable power cord). It is fantastic on bare floors, which is why I bought it. At $60 (and no shipping) it was a great buy. If I had to change anything, I would make the power cord longer and the on-board tools larger. I would purchase this again in a heartbeat.

Terrible product by Eureka!
I just got this today (not to mention, it took over 5 days to receive this with the Free Shipping). I was so excited cause it just looked really good. I tested it out in my little room on carpet, and I was so sad after only 2 minutes of testing it out. This thing doesn't have any suction at all for carpet. I'm not sure about other surfaces, but carpet is definitely not its forte. I just finished packing it up, and getting my refund back. I am sad to say that I've judged a book by it's cover, and I have made a bad purchase. I am also very upset that Amazon is not refunding me for the SHIPPING costs that I will incur after returning this. My reason for returning is obviously product dissatisfaction, but Amazon considers this to be the customer's fault, so we must pay for the Return shipping costs. Remember, this thing altogether with packaging weighs 18 lbs. I am super upset right now just writing this review. Just know that this is NOT good. Please don't get fooled like me. ... Read more

Features

• Yellow
• 5 Amps
• EZ Kleen Dirt Cup
• Wide Furniture Guard
• 30 Foot Cord

Amazon.com Review

Weighing only 10 pounds, this is the world's lightest baglessvacuum, according to Eureka. But that's not its only virtue. This720-watt (6 amp) upright has two motors, one for the vacuum and the otherto power the brush roll for carpet cleaning. For bare floors, you canturn off the brush roll so dust isn't simply scattered. EmployingEureka's cyclonic suction, the vacuum does away with messy bag changesby capturing dirt in a removable plastic cup. Its air filter iswashable--another convenience--and its handle folds down for staircleaning and storage. Onboard, there are three tools--upholsterynozzle, dusting brush, and crevice tool--that attach to an extra-longextension hose for hard-to-reach places. If the dust cup fills or thebrush roll clogs, lights flash to indicate trouble. The vacuumassembles with one click to join the body and the power head, and comeswith a one-year warranty against defects. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Handle folds for stair-cleaning, storage
• Weighs just 10 pounds
• Bagless: captures dirt in removable dust cup
• Separate motor powers brushroll, stops for bare-floor cleaning
• Onboard tools with extra-long extension hose

Reviews (9)

Best lightweight I have owned
This purchase was to replace a useless cordless electric lightweight (Rowenta) which stopped working completely after 1 year. This has the most power of any lightweight I have owned. I like the wheels so that the machine does not scrape my wood floors. It picks up debris very well from wood floors, even between the cracks. I was able to use the extension to remove gnats which came in and were attracted to my ceiling. I was surprised that it had enough power to do this. Only negatives - initially, found the cup difficult to empty. After a few tries, it seems to be easier. The machine is noisy and a little on the heavy side but worth the tradeoff to get real power in a convenient little machine.

Not For Pet Owners
I received this as a free gift so I'm not crying over anything, but if you have pets this may not be for you. The design and comfort is great as is the suction power. I honestly couldn't believe how much more this lighweight vacumn picked up over my regular vac. But very soon I discovered that the collection cup is very small and even just "touching up" around a few places filled the cup up. If you keep vacuming pretty soon - like in a minute, the excess pet hair has itself wrapped all over the paper filter which it very difficult to remove. I would have to take the paper filter assembly outside and and shoot it with a can of compressed air to dislodge it. But if you have no pets and your house barely gets dusty, I would say that this is a good vacumn for the price.

Ignore the critics, this little baby is great!
We just got a beautiful large rug for our apartment, which is mostly hard wood floors. I had a hard time trying to find a vacuum cleaner that was smallish, yet worked well on carpet AND hard floors. None of the lightweights, handhelds or stick vacuums seemed to have the crucial double motor (one for the vacuum, one for the brush). When I came across this model, I thought it was probably too good to be true, but in desperation, I bought it anyway. I got it home, and it picked up (IN ONE PASS)all of the dog hair that had been piling up on the rug for almost 2 weeks. I brought it over to the hardwood and it worked equally as well. My roommate and I were AMAZED. I'm not sure what the other reviews are talking about, but we both agreed it was one of the quietest vacuums we'd ever heard. My dog didn't bark at it once! The attachments worked equally well... finally got the dust off the curtains, corners, lamps, window sills and every other dusty place we didn't realize we had. It was almost fun to see how great it worked! People have complained about how if the filter gets dirty, it loses suction, but that is true with any vacuum, unless you have $400 to shell out on a Dyson. The only reason I gave it 5 stars instead of 4 is because the vacuum tends to topple over when using the hand tools, which is really no biggie at all.

Eureka 410
I liked this vacuum at first until the front blew out and I had to replace it under warrenty which was fine. The first one came with a foam filter and it was easy to clean, but the replacement came with a hepa filter which I found totally annoying. It was pleated and a terrible thing to try to clean. I also found that the replacement filter was twice as expensive as the foam and seems to only be available by mail. The company should have left well enough alone. I also have a problem with the handle being loose. I loved the light weight easy push, but I just can't stand that crazy filter......

Poor
1. Lightweight
2. Good for small apartments only.
3. Very medicore suction.
4. Attached hose is short..cannot really get at corners and baseboards easily.
5. The machine filter/cup clogs and fills quickly. If you pick up fine dust, from say carpet freshner, this will lead to a lot of the dust being blown all over your furniture.

My unit arrived with a greasy cup that took me a long time to clean out. ... Read more