Hoover Platinum LINX Pet Cordless Hand Vacuum, BH50030 Review

Hoover Platinum LINX Pet Cordless Hand Vacuum, BH50030 Review

Pet owners have special needs when it comes to cleaning appliances.  Cats and dogs often shed a lot of hair, and many vacuum cleaners cannot tackle pet hair.  The Hoover Platinum LINX Pet Cordless Hand Vacuum, however, is specifically designed to remove pet hair.  This handheld vacuum also comes with features and accessories that make it ideal for cleaning multiple surfaces.

Product Features

• Cordless hand vacuum removes stubborn pet hair
• Comes with an interchangeable Lithium-Ion battery for fade-free power
• Power head brushroll with 25-degree pivot nozzle makes it easy to maneuver
• Comes with the following attachments: Pet Upholstery Tool and Deluxe Dusting Brush
• Energy Star-qualified

Handheld Vacuum for Pet Hair Removal

The Hoover Platinum Linx Pet hand vacuum is equipped with a power head that features a removable brushroll and a 3-inch wide nozzle that pivots a full 25 degrees.  The brush roll is motorized for more effective pet hair and dirt removal.  In addition, the brush roll is removable for easy cleaning and maintenance.  This is a very helpful feature especially if you are vacuuming a lot of pet hair.

Pet Upholstery Tool

The Hoover cordless hand vacuum comes with a Pet Upholstery Tool designed to remove pet hair from upholstery, couches, area rugs, etc.  This special tool features a triple blade design that grabs pet hair that is stuck to upholstery.  It also has ridges that rub the pet hair into a ball before the vacuum suctions it.

Dusting Brush and Crevice Tool

The Dusting Brush attachment is used to softly clean delicate surfaces without scratching them.  It features two rows of soft bristles for cleaning.

A flip down crevice tool allows you to vacuum tight, hard-to-reach areas.

Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery

The Hoover Linx Pet BH50030 is powered by an 18-volt Lithium-Ion battery.  This type of rechargeable battery is superior to the NiCad batteries found in some models of cordless handheld vacuums.  Lithium-Ion batteries are long-lasting and they sustain a constant power until they completely run down.  This characteristic accounts for the “fade-free” power of the Hoover cordless hand vacuum.  The vacuum has a battery charge indicator so you know how much battery life is left while you are vacuuming.

The battery charger is Energy Star rated.  Both the battery charger and battery carry a 2-year limited warranty.

When charging the battery, it has to be removed from the vacuum cleaner.  With this setup, owners of the Linx BH50030 have the option to purchase an extra battery so that at least one is always fully charged.  When one battery runs down, it can be swapped with a fully-charged battery so you can continue vacuuming.

Take note, however, that the battery for the Linx Pet cordless hand vacuum does not come cheap (about $55)

Pros

• Strong suction
• Removes pet hair well
• Motorized brush bar; removable and easy to clean
• Dust canister is easy to empty
• Filter can be washed and reused
• Uses interchangeable Lithium-Ion battery
• Quick-charging and long-life battery
• Vacuum comes with LED indicator that shows battery life

Cons

• Fairly expensive
• Battery must be removed for charging
• Flip-down crevice tool is poorly designed and breaks off easily
• Dirt canister is small and needs to be emptied often

What Customers Say

There are many reviews for the Hoover LINX Pet Cordless Hand Vacuum posted on the Amazon website and the majority of them are positive.  In general, customers report that the vacuum does an excellent job in removing pet hair from upholstery and carpeted stairs.  It's also good for picking up dirt and debris on furniture, table tops, bookshelves or the floor.  In particular, many customers like the power head with motorized brush bar that can be removed for easy cleaning.

Retailing for about $120 online, the Linx Pet hand vacuum does not come cheap but customers agree that it's worth the price.  It comes with a long-lasting 18-volt Lithium-Ion battery and Energy Star-rated charger.  Both charger and battery are covered by a limited 2-year warranty.  The vacuum itself also comes with a 2-year warranty.

A few negative comments can be found in the reviews.  One customer found it difficult to empty the dust cup, while several people commented that the dust cup is too small and requires frequent emptying.  Also, some people did not like having to take the battery out of the vacuum to charge it but others preferred it this way.

Overall, the Hoover Platinum Linx Pet Hand Vacuum is a good choice for pet owners.  It is an excellent cordless vacuum with great features and accessories that are well worth the price.

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Shark Navigator Upright Bagless Vacuum Cleaner Review

Shark Navigator Upright Bagless Vacuum Cleaner Review

Upright vacuums are designed for cleaning larger open areas of floors and carpeting but the Shark Navigator Upright Vacuum by Euro Pro has a whole bunch of features and attachments that enable you to use this machine on furniture, drapes and upholstery.  The Shark Navigator, model NV22L, is a bagless vacuum that is popular because of its affordable price (under $150), powerful suction, and ease of use.

Bagless vacuum cleaners like the Shark NV22L eliminate the need for dust bags that can be expensive to buy.  This upright vacuum is also economical to use, thanks to its washable lifetime filters.

Product Features

• Upright, bagless vacuum cleaner
• Lightweight; weighs 18.3 pounds
• Powerful suction
• Power nozzle features an on/off brush roll for carpets and bare floor surfaces
• Includes a super-stretch hose, dust brush, small crevice tool, 24-inch crevice tool, turbo power brush and lifetime filters
• 30-foot non-retractable power cord

Strong Suction

With its 12-amp motor, the Shark Navigator creates an extremely strong suction power.  It can easily pick up dirt, pet hair, dust and other debris.  It does a particularly good job on bare floors.  The power nozzle comes with a beater bar or brush roll that can be turned on or off.  You don't see this feature very often in sub-$200 upright vacuums.  When cleaning bare floors, the brush roll can be turned off to avoid scratching the floor.

The Shark Navigator bagless upright is powerful enough to tackle carpets.  The beater bar helps shake and loosen dirt in carpets, making it easier for the vacuum to pick up dirt and pet hair.

Easy to Use

The Shark NV22L is relatively light at 18.3 pounds.  It has wheels that glide smoothly on both carpet and hard flooring, making it easy to get your vacuuming done.  The vacuum has a 12.6” cleaning path, which is quite narrow.  Because of this, it can take longer to clean a large area of flooring.  The advantage of a narrow power nozzle, however, is that it can clean under chairs, tables and other furniture more easily.

The extra-long hose and attachments that come with the upright vacuum increase the usefulness of this cleaning machine.  The powered turbo brush is best for picking up pet hair while the dust brush is useful for dusting furniture, upholstery, drapes, etc.  The crevice tool cleans tight spaces.  When attached to the hose, the 24-inch crevice tool allows you to clean ceilings and hard-to-reach spaces.

Edge Cleaning

The power head of the Shark Navigator is designed to clean up to the edges of carpets and bare floors.  You won't find dirt or dust bunnies lurking along the walls and baseboards after vacuuming with this bagless upright.  This means you don't have to bring out any of the on-board tools to clean around the perimeter of the room.

Filtration

The Shark NV22L is equipped with lifetime washable filters and comes with an extra set of filters so you can wash one while using the other.  These filters, however, are ordinary foam and felt filters, and not HEPA.  They do a decent job of filtering dust and other particles but not at the same level as a true HEPA filter.

Easy-empty Dirt Canister

Being a bagless upright, the NV22L comes with a detachable dirt canister to collect the dirt and dust picked up by the vacuum.  After detaching the canister from the vacuum, hold it directly over a garbage can and press the small purple button.  The bottom of the canister will open up and the debris can fall out.  After cleaning out the canister, reattach it to the vacuum.

Pros

• Strong suction and cleaning ability on carpets and bare floors
• Extra long power cord and stretch hose
• Comes with attachments
• Brush roller can be turned on or off
• Lightweight
• Dirt canister is easy to empty and clean
• Cleans up to the edges
• Washable lifetime filters

Cons

• Narrow cleaning path
• Tips easily with the hose
• Filtration system is not HEPA

What Customers Say

Customers on the Amazon website give the Shark Navigator NV22L a rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.  It has impressive cleaning capabilities not only on carpets and bare floors but also corners, edges, furniture and drapes.  A number of customers reported that it is not great for high-pile carpets.  Nevertheless, many people say it is a great value buy.

The washable filters are not HEPA types, and you will have to look elsewhere if you want a HEPA filter.

Perhaps the biggest concern is Euro Pro's poor customer service and practically useless warranty on the product.  Still, the Shark Navigator is a very good bagless upright vacuum that comes at an affordable price.

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Sanitaire SC3683 Commercial Canister Vacuum Cleaner Review

Sanitaire SC3683 Commercial Canister Vacuum Cleaner Review

If you are in the market for a lightweight yet powerful vacuum cleaner, the Sanitaire SC3683 should be your first choice.  This commercial canister vacuum cleaner comes with a sub-$100 price tag and amazing cleaning performance.

Manufactured by Electrolux, the Eureka Sanitaire is designed for commercial and home use.  This versatile cleaning machine is great for cleaning bare floors as well as carpets, area rugs, stairs and furniture.

Product Features

• Powerful 1200-watt, 10-amp motor
• 9 inch cleaning width
• 7 foot hose
• 20 foot double insulated power cord
• Includes the following on-board tools: metal telescopic wand, carpet cleaning attachment, deluxe dusting brush and crevice tool
• Comes with a shoulder strap for carrying the canister
• Lightweight at 10 pounds
• Color: red

Powerful, Low Cost Floor Cleaning

The Sanitaire SC3683 delivers a lot of power to suck up dirt, dust, pet hairs and other debris.  This affordable canister vacuum comes fully equipped to fight dirt.  It can clean carpets of all pile heights, bare floors, crevices and other tight places, ceilings, walls, curtains and blinds.

To get upholstery and deep-pile carpets commercially clean, the Eureka Sanitaire accepts the Eureka Power Paw turbo head.  This accessory is optional and can be purchased separately.  The Power Paw's motorized brush removes pet hairs, dander and deep-down dirt from hard-to-reach areas.

HEPA-Ready

The Sanitaire commercial canister vacuum is HEPA-ready and offers superior dirt containment.  It has an excellent filtration system that prevents the smallest dirt and dust particles from escaping back into your clean house.

The vacuum cleaner is designed for use with a HEPA exhaust filter (optional).  A HEPA filter retains at least 99.97% of pollutants as small as 0.3 microns in size.  It can remove pollen, dust, dust mites, dander and other allergens.  People who suffer from asthma or dust-related allergies can benefit from a HEPA filter in their vacuum.

The Sanitaire SC3683's HEPA can be accessed from the rear of the vacuum.  It can be hand-washed and reused.

Lightweight and Convenient

The red commercial Eureka Sanitaire weighs only 10 pounds and is amazingly light, so it's easy to carry all over the house. It comes with a shoulder strap that allows you to carry the canister rather than dragging it along.  This way, it's more convenient to clean above the floor, dust ceiling fans, get rid of cobwebs, etc.

The on-board attachments make cleaning much easier.  The vacuum has all the most commonly used accessories readily available and easy to attach to the machine.

The vacuum's on/off switch is easy to access by hand or foot.  It comes with a fairly long cord that allows you to clean the room without having to move to a new power outlet.  The Sanitaire commercial canister vacuum does not come with a retractable cord.  You have to wind up the cord manually and tuck it under the canister.

Easy to Store

The canister vacuum is small and takes up very little storage space on a shelf.  The hose and extension also fit easily in a utility closet.

Pros

• Canister is lightweight
• Powerful suction; excellent cleaning power
• Comes with handy on-board accessories
• Bags are easy to remove and replace; no mess
• Long power cord
• High quality and durable construction
• Telescopic wand is easy to adjust
• HEPA-ready
• Low price

Cons

• Power cord does not retract automatically
• Fairly loud when in use

What Customers Say

Despite its light weight, the Sanitaire SC3683 Commercial Canister Vacuum Cleaner is powerful and durable.  Customers who reviewed the vacuum say it's probably the best vacuum for cleaning hardwood floors, carpets, rugs, furniture, tiles, ceilings and many more.  The red canister vacuum is suitable for commercial use but many people purchase it for home use because of its affordability.

People who have had this vacuum for several years report that their machine still works as good as new.  They find it very convenient to use.  It is light and comes with a shoulder strap so they can carry the canister on their shoulder for easier cleaning above the floor.

There's only one complaint about this canister vacuum- it does not have a retractable cord.  Other than that, most customers say the machine is perfect for their needs.

The Eureka Sanitaire SC3683 is fantastic for residential use but it is also suitable for commercial use, especially for start-up operations.  It has many useful features that make it the ideal choice for cleaning floors, carpets and for above-ground cleaning needs.  With the Sanitaire's low price and great performance, this is a purchase you won't regret.

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Royal RY6100 Commercial Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner w/ Turbo Tool Review

Royal RY6100 Commercial Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner w/ Turbo Tool Review

Commercial vacuum cleaners are heavy duty machines that can put a lot of stress on vacuum bags, causing them to burst if they are not heavy duty bags.  The Royal RY6100 Commercial Vacuum Cleaner is a bagless upright that eliminates the problem and expense of disposable vacuum bags.  It comes with a powerful 12-amp motor and a turbo tool for more thorough carpet cleaning.

Product Features

• Bagless upright vacuum
• 12-amp motor
• 14-inch cleaning width
• HEPA filter
• 5-position height adjustment
• Constructed from high-impact plastic with metal handle
• Triple row ball bearing brush roller
• Features swivel casters and headlight
• 32-foot power cord
• Comes with on-board attachments and turbo tool
• Scuff guard bumper

Commercial-Level Cleaning

The Royal RY6100 bagless upright vacuum cleaner offers commercial-level cleaning at an affordable price.  It comes with a 32-foot, 3-wire power cord that allows you to clean a wider area without having to move from one power outlet to another.  It also features an extra-wide 14-inch nozzle that provides a wider cleaning path so you can finish vacuuming much faster.

This commercial bagless upright comes with a sturdy metal handle that is ergonomically designed to prevent fatigue and wrist problems while cleaning.  The handle can also be adjusted to three positions for optimal cleaning performance.

With the vacuum's headlight, you can easily find and remove every speck of dirt even in the darkest areas.

Carpet Height Adjustment

Carpets come in a variety of thicknesses and pile heights.  When cleaning carpets, the vacuum must be adjusted to the proper height setting for optimal cleaning results.  The Royal RY6100 offers 5 different height positions to accommodate a wide range of pile heights, from low pile to thick shag carpets.  This commercial bagless vacuum also cleans bare floors very well.

Bagless Upright with HEPA Filtration

The Royal RY6100 is a bagless upright that's designed to clean carpets and bare floors in residential and commercial settings.  As a bagless vacuum cleaner, dust and debris are collected in a dirt container that can be emptied when it is full.  There's no need to buy disposable vacuum bags for this machine.

This commercial upright comes with a HEPA filtration system that removes 99.97% of dust and allergens as small as 0.3 microns in size.

On-Board Attachments with Turbo Tool

The Royal Commercial Bagless upright vacuum is not for floor cleaning only.  It also comes with attachments for above-floor cleaning.  The Royal RY6100 comes with a stretch hose, an extension wand, crevice tool and dusting brush.  It also includes a Turbo Tool to help pick up dirt better.

Other Features

This commercial bagless vacuum has exclusive features that make it superior to most upright vacuums.  Its brush roll is designed with triple row ball bearings for smooth rotation and improved dirt removal.  It also features patented swivel casters that make the upright easier to turn and maneuver.

The vacuum is also designed with a scuff guard bumper that helps protect your furniture and baseboards from scuff marks that may be caused by the machine.  The 14-inch cleaning path with edge cleaning ensures that your carpets and floors are spotless and dirt-free all around.

Pros

• Good suction
• Durable
• Self-propelled
• Bagless upright eliminates the need to buy disposable vacuum bags
• Swivel wheels make it easy to maneuver
• Filters can be washed and dried
• Sturdy metal handle

Cons

• Very noisy
• On-board tools do not attach securely
• Turbo tool attachment is not motorized and may stop turning when it encounters an obstruction
• Short warranty period (one year only)

What Customers Say

The Royal RY6100 bagless upright is a heavy-duty commercial vacuum with durable plastic construction and a metal handle.  Customers are generally satisfied with its cleaning performance and features.

Only a few reviews for this commercial bagless upright were found online, but the reviews are mostly positive.  Users say it is durable and capable of tackling commercial cleaning jobs.  They also say the suction is great and the dirt container is easy to empty.  The back swivel wheels make the vacuum easy to maneuver around furniture.

Several customers commented that the Royal RY6100 is very noisy.  One user also said that the stretch hose and tools do not attach securely.

Overall, the Royal RY6100 commercial bagless upright is a great value buy, considering its affordable price and many features.  This upright vacuum with turbo tool retails for about $160 at Amazon.

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