(Part 2) Best vacuum cleaners & floor care products according to redditors
We found 1,883 Reddit comments discussing the best vacuum cleaners & floor care products. We ranked the 715 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
After his last AMA last year I also went out and bought a Panasonic bagged canister vacuum. I got the Panasonic MC-CG917.
EDIT: I definitely did not pay $1k for it... lol. I think it was about $250.
Just from my personal experience, I have been using this one for the past 6 months and it works great so far. I have a two story home, no pets, half carpet, half hardwood floors. If you don't mind a bagged canister vacuum - Panasonic MC-CG917
I think /u/touchmyfuckingcoffee recommended it in one of his threads.
We have the Roborock S5 vacuum off of Amazon.
It's quite pricey and not everyone can justify for an expensive vacuum cleaner, but this model is quite smart and is considerably cheaper than the mainstream brand (the equivalent costs about $800 or more if I'm not mistaken).
I used to have the cheaper robot vacuum and it wasn't very "smart". It'd bump into everything, get stuck and had a hard a hard time navigating back "home" (charging dock) to recharge.
I had my doubts on this new one we just got because of our past experience but we liked the fact that the floor was so clean every day and pretty smart. We have tile floors. You know that feeling when you're walking around barefoot and you just stepped on something dry or the bottom of your feet just feels dusty or crumbly? Yeah, no more of that! (We used to vacuum only on weekends)
Before I talk endlessly about the joys of owning a robot vacuum, I'll stop here :P Let me know if you have any questions though. We've owned this for more than a month now and it's been running every day for about 45 minutes, cleaning our whole one floor house. We also have a cat and it picks up cat hair just fine.
Yep
One of these dealios.
https://www.amazon.com/BISSELL-Hard-Surface-Cleaner-39N7A-39N71/dp/B001EYHAGS
I mean you could but I would caution against a power washer INSIDE a house. Water control could get out of hand. One of these thou:
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https://www.amazon.com/Bissell-Hard-Surface-Cleaner-39N7A-39N71/dp/B001EYHAGS
You Sure?
My dog did something similar to that, except with crap.
He was young and had diarrhea overnight and couldn't hold it and didn't know to wake me up. So he tracked prints throughout my apartment. Fortunately I had the flu at the time so I wasn't able to smell it.
No pics (thank god) but I will say that the this is the best carpet cleaner in the world.
Our hand maid, Mei, sometimes closes the door to the bathroom while cleaning and gets stuck in there.
I get home and hear her yelling in Chinese from across the house and have to help her get out. Meanwhile, my cat is outside the bathroom, gloating.
https://www.amazon.com/Mi-Distance-Powerful-Planning-Hard-Floor/dp/B01MU4WAUI/
gen 2 has mopping too, but also costs $200 more.
seriously the best robot vaccum on the market today considering the vaccums it is compared to and slightly underperforms against costs three times more.
> I'm out close to $100 for the cleaning expenses
Invest once, never pay any "cleaning expenses" again.
PS: I use diluted Simple Green as a cleaning solution.
Highly recommend the Xiaomi Mai Gen 2/Roborock S50. Not only is it cheaper than the Roomba, it cleans better and more methodically. Check out the COMMENTS section here: https://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-robot-vacuum/
It is on amazon for $400 after a coupon now: https://smile.amazon.com/Roborock-Robotic-Connectivity-Navigating-Capacity/dp/B0792BWMV4
I have one and so far it has been amazing, it cleans thoroughly and has zero issues. The dust bin is always full when I empty it after the occasional cleaning, meaning it does its job really well. However, the company also does Facebook giveaways and promos - I got mine for $350 because of a discount code that I won by participating in a promo. For value AND efficiency, I really can't recommend this enough. But, do your own research as well - this is a big purchase. Don't just go with a Roomba because it's popular - the wirecutter article and comments, especially, are a good place to start reading.
https://www.amazon.com/Decker-BDH2000PL-Lithium-Vacuum-20-volt/dp/B00IOEFBKS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497032885&sr=8-1&keywords=BLACK+%2B+DECKER+BDH2000PL+MAX+Lithium+Pivot+Vacuum%2C+20-Volt
the Black+Decker BDH2000PL MAX Lithium Pivot Vacuum, 20-volt (for those if the link isnt working)
We use it to pick up all the food and dump quickly.
C'mon OP...
I like the old fashioned type Hoover's. They are simple machines. Don't have a lot to go wrong. The only time I see them for repair is when they need a turbine. (Makes the brushes spin.) The parts about $25 plus labor. I've seen 10+ yo units come in just needing some general maintenance.
I know people are going to argue but we are taught that you do not need heat to clean your carpet.(I've been in the business 10 years.) The heat is what causes the Bissell to clog so much. And getting into those to unclog them really suck. If you can find a janitorial store their carpet shampoo and stain removers are way superior to what you can find in the big box stores.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00009R66F/ref=mp_s_a_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1517772474&sr=8-9&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=hoover+carpet+cleaner
Edit: Always keep the receipt. Companies are really starting to crack down on warranty work. We have to have a receipt to scan in when we file a claim. Otherwise it will be denied. We can't do anything on our end. We are at the mercy of the companies.
I bought this one. I have collies that shed and I’ve been running it every other day and immediately cleaning it out, been working out great.
Get one of these little fuckers. They work great.
https://smile.amazon.com/iRobot-Braava-380t-Mopping-Robot/dp/B00DCCYD6U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491620174&sr=8-1&keywords=scooba
The biggest home convenience thing i have ever bought is a robot vacuum cleaner. I have an ECOVACS DEEBOT N79S and a 500 model and they are both fucking fantastic.
The one i linked is $200 but you can usually find a 20% coupon every few months. It is set and forget you plug it in, schedule a cleaning time on your phone and it vacuums while you are at work. My parents in their 60s have my N79s nowadays since the remote has a lot more function and they love it. It can fit under the couch and bed so they dont have to worry about moving stuff to vacuum and it runs automatically so they dont need to touch anything unless they want it to run on a non scheduled day. After about a year i only had to thing jam up 2 times both times to plastic bags i left on the floor.
Both the N79s and 500 model have App controls so you can turn it on when you at work if you left a mess when you were leaving or if you just want to come home to a clean house.
Tip for when you connect it to your phone, it will only work on 2.4Ghz wifi during setup so walk to the edge of your wifi range to drop your phone into 2.4. The rest of the time it responds fine to a 5Ghz its just the setup where it sucks.
It’s a Xiaomi Mi robot vacuum (you may be able to find it for a better price not on Amazon... I think my boyfriend got it for <$300 on some tech deals website).
I gotta tell you my super-effective tile and tub-cleaning technique. This is from trial and error, cleaning an apartment complex that is owned by a family member.
The magic eraser cleans the tile faces immediately. After steam-scrubbing the grout and a few applications of bleach, the grout is good as new. And remember to not mix cleaning agents, especially those with bleach or ammonia.
I recently bought this one to use on my hardwood/tile and it's now my favorite member of the family.
Usually just sweeping everyday. However, we're going to pick up an Eyevac like you see in barber shops and I think that will help streamline the process.
A quick google shows that it's on Amazon.
I’ve been there! Here are my ideas:
Maybe a glowing led dog collar or a reflective dog vest for night walking? A dog raincoat is nice to have in the rainy months.
Pet beds always seem to need replacing.
I know you said she has a good vacuum, but one year I bought my parents a roomba for pet hair. I also bought them an eye vac because they sweep their kitchen so frequently and I thought it might save them from having to bend over so often.
You could buy ornaments with their names on them or pictures if she doesn’t already have them. You could also consider having pet portraits made by an Etsy artist or from r/artstore & r/hungryartists .
I’ve purchased catnip bubbles after seeing many internet cats enjoying them. However, my old tortie was NOT impressed. She prefers an actual plant that she can murder. You could grab a few plants. Heated cat houses are also a thing.
When all else fails, animal lovers generally seem to appreciate donations in their honor to animal welfare charities. Good luck!
Any thoughts on a cheap Miele, like the S2121 Olympus or the S7210 Twist? I know you get what you pay for, but sometimes I can't pay that much!
FYI you can buy full-size carpet cleaners for about $150. If you are renting every couple of months you should just buy one. I have one of these and it works pretty well (I just had a new tenant move into my house a few weeks ago and she actually commented on how clean the carpet was in her room). You can also get carpet cleaner concentrate for pretty cheap. One of those bottles has been enough for me to go over 3 different rooms (one of them I went over twice) as well as a hallway. I still have about half of it left.
So worth it but I wasn't ready for the price tag so I bought this other brand below. It's amazing. I run it 2 or more times a day. My hound just sheds by existing.... It works very well on our laminate flooring. I wouldn't get this one for lots of carpeted areas though.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y56NDF4?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Except it's not a roomba at all. source.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079QYYGF1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_z3UUDb16YVXP3
Is this the one, for $400?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MU4WAUI/
https://www.amazon.com/Hoover-F5914900-SteamVac-Carpet-Cleaner/dp/B00009R66F/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1468270610&amp;sr=8-4&amp;keywords=hoover+steam+cleaner
This is the one I recommend. It's super simple to use and maintain. I usually tell my customers to run hot water through their system once they're done using it. If its going to be a long while before you use it again a little white vinegar won't hurt either. It gets rid of the soap and hard water build up.
Our vacuum broke. I have one on my amazon list for $14. Could really use this with two kids and two dogs running around been having to sweep the carpets not fun! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002KCO96C/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=ILTAD4REOQ9HC&amp;colid=1SIMRZJXEQX0V
use this for wiping off the walls, ceiling.
use this or this for floors
use this for keeping hair from blowing around.
what sort of baked items will you be selling? i think that's really awesome. may i ask what country you are in and what sort of regulations you will need to follow? good luck :)
Several years ago I had a bed bug problem. Not nearly as bad as some others I've seen, but a regular problem. I got rid of it myself with about six months of work.
Because bed bugs are attracted to your breath while you sleep, most of your work will be in and around your bed.
First you have to wash your sheets every week. Strip the bed and put the sheets in a plastic garbage bag to prevent spreading the bugs or eggs around your house or apartment, then throw the bags away once you get the sheets in the wash.
While the bed is stripped, inspect the box spring and bed frame for bugs and eggs. I used strips of scotch tape to gently lift any bugs I found without crushing them and spilling their blood all over my walls.
Twice a week, move the bed out from wherever it sits and clean the area under it. If it's carpeted, use a handheld steam cleaner to slowly blast steam all over the carpet to kill any eggs that may be buried there, then vacuum the entire area. Then spray the carpet with a bed bug spray.
Examine the ceiling, walls, and baseboards around the bed. Bed bugs love to hide in any little crack in your paint, or dent in your wall, or crevice between your baseboard and the dry wall. Again, use the scotch tape to lift any visible bugs off and throw them away. Run a vacuum cleaner hose attachment over the baseboards and the point at which two walls meet, or the wall and ceiling meet. Spray the bed bug spray on these areas.
Carefully examine any electrical outlets near your bed. This is where I found quite a few bugs hiding. Unscrew the outlet cover and look on the back side of it for any bugs there, and look in the outlet wall cavity for bugs. Don't stick metal back there or try to spray liquid. Instead, I used a powder twice a week.
Buy a bed bug mattress cover and one for your box spring if you have one.
While you're doing all this it's important to not change where you sleep, even though you may be getting devoured at night by bed bugs. They're attracted to your breath so if you try sleeping in another area of your home they may just follow you there and infest other furniture.
These are the steps that worked for me. Again, I did them once or twice a week for a solid six months. I never called an exterminator. My landlord tried to use some "bug bombs" from Home Depot but I found they did not work.
Haha, that's an awesome response. You know vacuums so well that you know when someone doesn't need one!
FYI, here's the $20 stick vacuum / plug-in dust buster that I use.
For just tile and wood, it works much better than just a Swiffer. No agitating brush. Couldn't find data on its inches or kPA.
I purchased the 'pivot' black and decker off amazon about a year ago. It's good for cleaning the car, crumbs, quick pick ups. The battery lasts about 15 mins of straight use, but I only ever drain the battery when cleaning the car. I really like mine as a supplement to the big vacuum. It's designed well, the battery works, and it is a great tool for around the house. Also, cleaning the filter is easy, you just take it apart, wash it, and let it dry.
The one you have a link to is pretty much the same thing so I'm sure it's just as good, maybe slightly less effective if it doesn't have the brush attachment.
Black+Decker BDH2000PL MAX Lithium Pivot Vacuum, 20-volt https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IOEFBKS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_zM6Iyb2BEEK1C
If you are looking at canisters for carpet, a power nozzle is a must. The Miele Capri will be fine if you have short carpet, but you may want to look at the Miele Delphi if you have thicker carpet.
Yes!!!!!!! I'm not the original commenter but I came to say fur remover. Best $20 I've ever spent. I'm saving up for a eye-vac to use with this broom.
Forget swifters. This broom is the real deal
http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-MC-CG917-OptiFlow-Canister-Cleaner/dp/B005JTHQXQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1463771550&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=panasonic+canister
Jumbled mess excused. Reading comprehension I have, Hmm?
Probably meant a U1.
Riccar uprights, noted.
C2 Electro + good idea for uncertain future, check. I watched the video here, I gotta say it seems nice to be able to flick a switch to turn off the roller and switch to hard surfaces. The rugs come with and stay with the unit, so I have a weird need to go from surface to surface or sort of dart and squeeze...
C1 line isn't sealed (HEPA? Filtration?). What I'm hearing is "when the filtration of your bag fails, you will have nothing left in that department and your machine will spew out the particulates it's meant to capture, rather than kicking them around the inside for a bit longer until you change the bag like a decent human person".
The C1 is only $300 on Amazon ($350 for the Limited which I'm guessing has the extra attachments, which I'd spring for). Should I just make out like a bandit? At half the price, I don't think I'd mind buying another vacuum after I settle down more (geographically). What am I "missing out on" from the C2 Electro +? Just the seal? And the remedy is to be mindful of the bags?
The C2 can be had at nearly the same low price (hard wood version), but it doesn't say "electro +" which, I gather from my exhaustive and somewhat confusing delve into the vacuum world refers to the electrobrush, essential for getting dirt out of carpets with a cannister vacuum. Am I on the right track here? Don't skip the electrobrush, full stop?
I don't mind driving 80 minutes one way to buy a vacuum. I mind driving 80 minutes one way to evaluate vacuums and pulling the trigger under pressure and leaving confused and regretful. I was looking forward to driving To The City to look at higher quality vacuums but as I was getting navigation I noticed they're permanently closed. It's down to totally sketchballs shacks with no riccar, miele, or sebo at all. Electrolux, maybe.
C3 is bigger. Okay, I'm a giant 6'4" young man, and not worried about hauling around a little extra. You lost me at door vs pig tail and I really did search for images and pig tails and I can only guess you're referring to the power cord. I guess the C3 goes to the base and not the electrobrush attachment? Something like that?
All in all, I absolutely recognize and accept that I'm going to get what I pay for. I believe there will be drawbacks and removed attachments that make the $300-$350 range vacuums deal breakers. My sister loves her Dyson and I don't mean to dissuade her (and in fact I've used it and thought it was just fine, it's a higher tier model for pets and does the job in their small single story house). I could get a Dyson, but I feel like I would regret not getting a decent vacuum for the same reason you want a decent bed. It's not the most glamorous piece of your house, but dang if a good one doesn't pay dividends for your health and well-being and happiness. With that in mind, it sounds like a C-series is right for me. The C1 sounds like it's more of a cost savings and physically lighter model. The C2 sounds more like an all-rounder, and the C1 is King Kong Big Boy, same power and price point just bigger. Am I anywhere near the mark?
You've been very helpful already, thanks.
Allow me to introduce the two of you to EyeVac
I use a stick vac. It's light, handy, works great on hard floors and can be separated from the stick to use as a hand vac. https://www.amazon.com/Dirt-Devil-Simpli-Stik-Lightweight-SD20000RED/dp/B002KCO96C/ref=sr_1_6
Alternatively, if you want to invest in a better unit https://www.amazon.com/Eureka-NEC122A-Lightweight-Rechargeable-Lithium-Ion/dp/B07B6FC3TZ/ref=sr_1_2_sspa
We tend to like bagged canister vacs. For what it's worth, a canister vac keeps its weight on the ground and just drags behind you. It's about the same weight if you have to carry it up stairs, but it's in two parts so it's way easier to carry.
Check this guy out.
It's got both a powered carpet head and a hardwood floor head included. It's corded which is way more powerful. It's bagged so you have to empty it far less often. The compact is also pretty light. And it's about $120 less than the dyson.
That said, the total package weight on Amazon is 3x as much. That includes multiple heads and accessories, so it doesn't weigh that much in practice. If you have stairs, this will definitely be harder to move up and down. That said, doing my stairs is the ONLY time I ever even lift my vacuum; it's meant to roll, so you never really have to pick it up unless you're storing it somewhere weird.
Hope that helps!
If you buy directly from roborock on Amazon, there's 1 year warranty.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0792BWMV4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_YI1XBb2Z541XX
https://www.amazon.com/BLACK-DECKER-BDH2000PL-Lithium-20-volt/dp/B00IOEFBKS/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=Black+%26+Decker+Cordless+Lithium+Hand+Vac.&amp;qid=1558980187&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-4
You're lucky - when I lived in apartment last they'd post letters about fining you for "working on a vehicle in the buildings lot" if you even attempted to vacuum it out.
I have the earlier version of this Black & Decker Pivot Vacuum. It's excellent. Tons of suction, and a compact handy form factor.
You'll want to keep a couple of the replacement filters on hand, that way when the filter clogs up suddenly you can get it back into service immediately.
I bought mine from gearbest or something but heres an amazon link:
Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum with Precise Distance Sensor System Powerful Suction LDS Path Planning 5200mAh Battery for Hard-Floor N Low Thin Carpet, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MU4WAUI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TfoLDbPAKXC3F
I guess its aka the robrock s50 or 60 so my bad but the price is way wrong. :)
Also mine is xiaomi branded. /shrug
Here's my list of "favorites" for my GSDs:
Chuck-It Balls. By far, the most durable balls I've found. They've got some "give", so they seem to enjoy chewing/chasing them more. Remember, once the ball can fit between their back teeth, it's time to upgrade to the larger size.
The Shark Vacuum is a beast. We've tried any number of vacuums over the years, this one falls into the "Not Stupidly Expensive and Totally Worth It" category. Getting a decent Undercoat Rake goes hand-in-hand with a good vacuum. Rake once a week (three times during shedding season), brush 1-3 times a week, you'll give your back a break no matter what vacuum you buy.
In terms of training treats, we really like the Red Barn Chicken and Liver Rolls. After a while, we use them exclusively for scent training, but it's an excellent (and not expensive!) treat for any kind of training. Cube small, you'll get a ton of mileage out of one roll.
Herm Sprenger Dog Collars make great training collars. Not everyone likes the idea of a pinch/prong collar, so if it's not your thing, look elsewhere. However, if you are planning on training with pinch, these are the best, bar none. We use the small size and just add links as our dog grows - it's almost impossible to injure them with the smaller prongs and they tend to respond better. Please learn how to use a pinch before using one of these extensively - they shouldn't be used for restraint and you should probably wait until 8+ months (a number of people I know even wait till 14+ months for any obedience aside from the "necessities") before doing a ton of training anyway.
I'll stay away from food recommendations as it seems to be such a controversial topic. I will say that there are a ton of good sites out there to research - first figuring out whether you're feeding raw, tube, or kibble and then what to do once you decide.
Last - look for a dog club in your area. I personally like the German Shepherd Dog Club of America - Working Dog Association, but there are a number of places like this. I can tell you irrefutably that my dogs' favorite day of the week is training day. Nothing like getting out there with other GSD lovers and doing some tracking/obedience/protection work.
Hope this helps! Good luck :)
Aside from his constant recommendations for Miele and Riccar, he does also recommend the higher end Panasonic canisters a few times for people that absolutely can't spend $800+. I got the MC-CG917 for $169 from Warehouse Deals in the new and used section (it's still Amazon, but returned items and such). It was brand new with everything, but the box was torn a little bit.
Amazing vacuum. Looks like it's the most expensive it's been for a long time, but it has regularly dropped below $200.
If anyone does decide to go this way, the brand name bags are $9/bag while these are $1.20/ bag. They work perfectly, so no reason to get brand name.
> if it is mostly tile I would definitely take a look at the braava jet.
I'm in the market for a roomba or something similar. This is the first I've heard about the Braava Jet, but I haven't done a ton of research. I saw one on Amazon for $240 (the 380t model).
We've got dogs that shed, our main floor where this would be used is tile and hardwood (except two bedrooms that are carpeted, remaining bedrooms / rooms are hardwood).
What would you suggest for someone looking to clean up the dog hair and would prefer something that could do a "mid-week" mopping? (I'm expecting that I'll still have to mop the tile by hand once a week, unless they're that good).
NOTE: I'd rather get something that works great on the hardwood / tile, even if it means skipping the two carpeted rooms.
Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
Hey OP,
I was sick of cutting the hair out of my vacuum on a weekly basis and ended up buying a carpet hair rake similar to this.
I would highly recommend it for your sanity, giving the carpet a pass over with this produced enormous fist sized balls of hair and meant the vacuum wouldn't jam up for several weeks at a time.
here you go: https://www.amazon.com/Hoover-Cordless-Vacuum-Cleaner-BH50010/dp/B001PB8EJ2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1519635779&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=hoover+linx
My fiancee and I went with this version of the self guided robot vacuum:
Link
I got a Panasonic Canister from Amazon a few weeks ago, because the least expensive Miele didn't have the electrobrush. It's currently $212 on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-MC-CG917-OptiFlow-Canister-Cleaner/dp/B005JTHQXQ
I just moved into a home where the previous owner had dogs. First thing I did was vacuum the living room, and after my first run the bag got halfway filled with dog hair! I was amazed, and the bag is actually bigger than it looks. The powered brush can be turned off to suck and it's worked great on my laminate and wood floors. And the little attachment with the brush on it works great for my stairs and tight, small spaces. Haven't tried the other attachments yet but they fit right inside the canister nicely. And it came with two HEPA bags! So far it's an amazing vacuum. Only downsides are it looks a bit bigger than the Miele's and it's not overly loud but noisy, which are both very minor things to me.
since you have a good amount of pets, if your new place has carpets you really need a good steamvac to protect those carpets and keep your house looking new! if you're like me and can't afford that, this folex carpet cleaner spray seriously works like magic. I have two ferrets which sometimes poop in the corner behind my door and I thought it was a lost cause but this brought my carpets back to normal. totally worth it!
We have a robot that picks up dog hair (on solid floors) pretty well. We didn't get a "name brand" so maybe that's why? We did a lot of research into ours specifically for pet hair. It's an Ecovacs if you're interested. My 1 year old is deathly afraid of our robot though.
Looks like the Bissell SpotClean Pro is currently selling for $49.99 on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SBA5N26/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_1P8fAb37647E6
I've been saving up to buy a Miele S7210 soon.
Would you recommend this or is there something else in a similar price range I should check out?
I don't need it for anything special; just need to replace my broken Hoover. I live in a single story home that's mostly carpet with some tile.
I got some from Amazon.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/500mL-Pharmaceutical-Isopropyl-Alcohol-Isopropanol/dp/B00WLAS9W8?ie=UTF8&amp;ref_=pe_385721_37986871_TE_item
This one actually: Shark Rotator Professional Upright Corded Bagless Vacuum for Carpet and Hard Floor with Lift-Away Hand Vacuum and Anti-Allergy Seal (NV501), White with Red Chrome https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0091JG0LY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_v2BDDbGG313M6
I use this style of steamer as it allows precision application of the steam
Bissell Spot Clean ProHeat is down to $79.99 on Amazon. I've had it on my wishlist for awhile and it's been $99-$104.
We got this one, though it looks like they have updated their lineup since then. Not sure what the equivalent would be now.
IIRC, the "Cat and Dog" model was exactly the same, just with extra accessories and an LED headlight (and a different color). The Jazz added the headlight and the HEPA filter as standard. The only thing ours doesn't have that can't be added in was the headlight.
We didn't see a ton of need for an LED headlight and the extra accessories w/ the Cat and Dog didn't feel necessary. We figured we'd just buy the better filter for ours if we decided we needed it.
As for hard floors, we don't use it as often as we could. We sweep them most of the time, but we will use the vacuum once in a while as well. Does a great job when we use it. Just turn the dial down to lower it and turn the brush off. My wife loves how easy it is to maneuver. You can turn the whole thing by twisting the handle. It also lays down virtually all the way, so you can scoot it under things that our old vacuum couldn't dream of getting under. It's a little heavier than some of the cheap vacuums, but it's made better. It's also much quieter.
The only thing that doesn't really work as well as one would hope is the air flow indicator. There's a little window on the front and it's supposed to indicate how full the bag is based on airflow. When the colored (sort of an orange/red color) marker fills the window, it means the bag is full or filters are clogged. Ours never goes past half way. It gets to half and sits there, even when the bag is 100% full. Not really a big deal now that I know about it. Just have to check it manually once in a while. Apparently this is a quirk that can happen with pets. The hair in the bag still allows enough air flow to move through the bag that the meter doesn't read it as full. The whole thing is designed around air flow.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DCCYD6U
If it's the Mint (old name)/Ibraava robotic vacuum that shows using Swiffer cloths or fabric ones, they're now made by iRobot. There are different models, one you can run a wet cloth using it.
I LOVE mine, it's much better for me for pet hair and easy maintenance. I used Roombas since they first came out and switched to Mint before iRobot took over.
https://smile.amazon.com/iRobot-Braava-380t-Mopping-Robot/dp/B00DCCYD6U/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1487374625&amp;sr=8-4&amp;keywords=mint+vacuum
It was $139 with a flash sale on Sunday.... It was out of stock as of yesterday, but I just checked again and its available but for $149.... still a heck of a deal. I had every intention of getting the Shark Ion (no wifi, no Google Assistant support) which was being advertised for $199 on black Friday, but when this came up I couldn't pass.
https://smile.amazon.com/ECOVACS-N79S-Connectivity-Controls-Self-Charging/dp/B077HW9XM7/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1542817494&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=Deebot+N79S&psc=1
Recommend: carpet rake
Source: former carpet cleaner
Two cats and dog (shepherd mix that sheds constantly). We use the Shark Rotator Professional. I’m not sure of the exact model number though. We’ve had it for about a year. No issues.
I have the DEEBOT N79S and it works perfectly. I never have to sweep anymore unless I track in a whole lot of mud which is very rare. I also have 4 dogs and it takes care of the pet hair with ease. I did a ton of research before buying this one and it has turned out to be a great buy! They are usually $300 but I just looked and they are on sale on amazon for $230 right now. Here it is on Amazon.
Aside from all the suggestions that have been made, two more: a robot vacuum and if you have hard floors, an electric mop.
I'm in TX. We have six dogs (mostly pits) who are indoor-outdoor at will. Their yard is half a fenced, wooded acre. From the beginning of October to the middle of January it rained torrents every other day. Onto clay that is well beyond absorbing more water. We're at the top of a hill and there are still ponds of water. And the amount of (thankfully, gray not red) clay six active dogs will bring into the house in a day....well, I think it topped out at about 2 cups. They'd come in with virtual platform shoes of clay on their feet. And the dust..OMG the dust. As fine as photocopier toner.
Especially as I'm what the Brits call "house proud" (and former OCD cleaner), I was about at my wits' end until I bought the two aforementioned gadgets. The deebot runs 4x a day, and I now only mop every 3-4 days.
It's like I got my house back. Now the dogs are nothing but fun for me.
Okay,the gadgets:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077HW9XM7/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/Hoover-FloorMate-Deluxe-Cleaner-Moondust/dp/B00CM220CK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549046354&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=hoover+mop
Note that the mop (which I got in cordless form, new on ebay for $125) is not a steam mop; instead, it squirts cleaner on the floor and then immediately vacuums it up, like a carpet cleaner does. Best thing since wi-fi, I swear.
You can also get velcro belly-bands for males who mark, and having raised a foster litter of pups, I strongly recommend Odoban. Only thing I know that actually gets the stink out of absolutely everything.
Got this 6 months ago and LOVE it. (Shark Rotator Pro)
I ordered this instead
https://www.amazon.co.uk/500mL-Pharmaceutical-Isopropyl-Alcohol-Isopropanol/dp/B00WLAS9W8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1498944758&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=alcohol+100
More like this:
http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-MC-CG917-OptiFlow-Canister-Cleaner/dp/B005JTHQXQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1415303769&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=Panasonic+917
ILIFE V3s Pro Robotic Vacuum, Newer Version of V3s, Pet Hair Care, Powerful Suction Tangle-free, Slim Design, Auto Charge, Daily Planning, Good For Hard Floor and Low Pile Carpet https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y56NDF4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_jv2PBbCSHC390
It either comes from the pattern the use the extractor tool in, or (for longer carpets) from a carpet rake they use afterwards so that the wet carpet fibers don't get matted. Either way, the pattern comes from pulling the tool straight back towards you and then pushing it forward at an angle so you can start the next pass beside the previous one.
Seconding the Roomba suggestion. Between that and this cordless stick vac, we handle our 2 cats and 1 dog worth of hair on our hardwood floor.
Water vacuums are a lot of maintenance you must clean them every time you vacuum just like a bagless vacuum. With the con of having to store parts separately. Also they tend to be quite expensive $1500+
Personally I would take a look and a Miele C2 canister. Link below.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XHQJKKD/?cv_ct_id=amzn1.idea.1ULOY9BDP1G1I&amp;cv_ct_pg=storefront&amp;cv_ct_wn=aip-storefront&amp;ref=exp_cov_performancereviews_dp_vv_mw
The Sebo Felix upright would be my next pick here's a video review.
https://youtu.be/AmEZb39TjmM
Miele canisters are suppose to very good at controlling particulates. Though I don't have any personal experience with Miele Compact C2 Electro+ Canister Vacuum, it's apparently the Wirecutter's best pick for filtering allergen.
> Ultimately, some other vacuums match or nearly match the Miele models’ filtration, but we’re not aware of any that outperform it.
Eye-Vac EVPRO Professional Touchless Stationary Vacuum https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0011G20QY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ptUyybVZK8XC0
Saw this at the hair salon I went to last week and decided I can no longer live without it for this exact reason.
A carpet spot cleaner is handy too, especially if you have pets.
If it’s wall-to-wall carpet and you’re confident that your vacuum is working properly and it’s just not picking up all the hair you could try getting one of these groomers to rake over it and help loosen up more hair before vacuuming. If it’s an extreme case and you’re willing to hire a carpet cleaner find a company that has a CRB tool . They are fairly new to the industry but man I’m telling you they remove more pet hair than you could believe.
If it’s an area rug which I’m thinking it may be from the wording of your post you might have a rug that just holds the hair like Velcro. In these cases even my CRB can’t always loosen it all up. Usually what I’ll do is mist it down with very little water and then rub over it in a circular motion with my shoes (yes very professional but the only thing that works). Of course you would have to let it dry before you use your vacuum on it again.
If dog dander odor is an issue then you certainly want to have it professionally cleaned with a deodorizer as removing hair will only help with the odor so much.
oh no their not i meant like a small one
http://www.amazon.com/Dirt-Devil-SD20000RED-Simpli-Stik-Cleaner/dp/B002KCO96C/
perfect for a small apartment
For my 600 sq ft apartment, I ordered the Xiaomi Gen 1 vacuum for $250 new on eBay from overseas. It can be hard to find a seller pop up for that price and I also have a dog.
If you don't care about the laser mapping and advanced features, the Deebot N79S (around $220, smartphone control) or the new Eufy 11s (physical remote, normally $220 but on sale for $187 on Amazon) are very solid options. Eufy 11s does let you schedule with the remote but it's also slimmer and more powerful than the N79.
We dust broom to this eye vac in the corner. Works great. Then Bona for wet mop.
Eye-Vac EVPRO Tuxedo Black Touchless Stationary Vacuum – 1400 Watts Professional Vacuum with HEPA Filtration, Bag-less Canister. Floor Care https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0011G20QY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5jJ7AbBRJTW6K
Interesting! We have a Shark Rotator Professional Lift-Away Upright Vacuum. Think that might be the issue? I've always worried that vacuum was a bit harsh.
For a cheaper vacuum cleaner Panasonic is great. Bagged vacuum cleaners will last longer and clean better. I just upgraded to a Panasonic bagged vacuum cleaner from a Panasonic bagless one and it was a huge difference. It picked up a lot even after I had used the bagless two days before. Below is what I bought.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005JTHQXQ/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
I bought a Miele S2121 Capri Canister Vacuum Cleaner almost 4 years ago (Amazon link) and think it's pretty great!
However, it has an incredibly strong smell whenever I turn it on - I'm assuming it's the motor. I've tried replacing the bag and filter on it, but get the same smell, and it lingers in whatever room I'm vacuuming for quite a while. Any suggestions on what to clean or if there is something to replace that I'm not thinking about?
Had a Xiaomi for a couple of years now, love it, never bumps into anything uses a precise pattern to clean.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MU4WAUI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
I have the next model down from that Bissel, and it works really well for the price. Mine is called "Little Green" but it's not the same as the current Amazon listing. Mine looks identical to this one. I guess they've rebranded it recently or something.
Here's an example of my results: before / after
And another: before / after
Thank you! I think I'll go for the Dirt Devil Dynamite.
By the way, I was also looking at the Dirt Devil Simpli-Stik Lightweight Corded Bagless Stick Vacuum and the Bissell 3-in-1 Vacuum. They're both under $20, but I assume they're cheap and won't last a year right?
Whoops
The Capri has a "Turbo Plus" powerhead, is that an air powered - like the dyson Animal? The Delphi does have an electric powerhead.
Capri
Delphi
Thanks again :)
hey man, is this one good?
I'm kinda freaking out about breathing bad stuff. At Boots they told me the surgical spirit wasn't a good idea.
A total of 7 separate orders. It was a bit annoying because I was mostly on my phone and the mobile apps/chrome wouldn't load properly. Also I would have preferred to bundle orders but oh well. or try to use more coupons but they only give you so many minutes in the cart and sometimes the next item that you're waiting for a deal to start is right outside that window.
I used the Visa30 coupon for above.
Spoga Mop, Broom and Sports Equipment Organizer Wall Mount - $10
I missed out on the $50 gift card because I didn't have the physical credit card with me and it asked for the full card number. I also wanted this Anker BT Speaker but it went pretty fast and everytime the waitlist message popped up on my phone the app was too laggy and I couldn't get it in the cart. oh well.
edit: bargh! just realized i needed a smaller UPS of which there was a cyberpower one on sale. d0h!
I want to clean the seats on two civics and I have used an upholstery cleaner in an aerosol can with the brush attached before but it is very tedious. My question is would i be able to clean my seats using a steam cleaner like this? https://www.amazon.com/Bissell-Hard-Surface-Cleaner-39N7A-39N71/dp/B001EYHAGS/ref=sr_1_13?keywords=car+seat+cleaner&qid=1565818857&s=gateway&sr=8-13
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I know it would be much different than a commercial auto steam cleaner but do you think it would be worth my money or would it be a waste of time?
After doing some additional looking around, how nicely would a Miele S2121 Canister Vacuum hold up for my requirements?
It is currently listed for $399 - is this a reasonable price? Would I be able to get a better deal by going to a dealership?
Thanks again!
I seriously scaled up to the iRobot Bravva. It's not a scrubber like the Scooba, so it's not as expensive. It does a better job than I do with a swiffer.
It's still spendy, but it was a great investment. All of my rooms are laminate and tile, except one room with carpet. It's really quiet and does a great job. We named him Mr. Sparkle. hehe.
I also have a Roomba, which was another great investment. They run overnight while we're all asleep. As a disabled lady, these are my favorite tools. ;)
Grillbot ($99): http://www.amazon.com/Grillbot-Automatic-Grill-Cleaner-Red
Mopping Robot ($259): http://www.amazon.com/iRobot-Braava-380t-Floor-Mopping/dp/B00DCCYD6U
Robot that takes inventory: http://fortune.com/2016/04/28/target-testing-robot-inventory-simbe/
Robot that takes out the trash: http://makezine.com/2016/02/25/take-out-the-trash-your-couch-with-an-rc-bin/
Zoomba can already clean tables.
This Baxter robot ($25k https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baxter_(robot)) can be modified today with these attachments to do all of things that you listed. Not trying to be smart ass, just saying that combining these technologies would not be too expensive.
EDIT: add link to baxter
I used this carpet rake.
Light, easy to maneuver, didn't chew up the wood. Normal length handle that you might be willing to extend a bit.
[Bissel ProHeat Spot Cleaner] (http://www.amazon.com/BISSELL-SpotClean-ProHeat-Portable-5207F/dp/B00SBA5N26/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1464232243&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=bissel+spot+clean) or if you want to go higher and it will have multiple uses in the vehicle and around the house is a [McCulloch] (http://www.amazon.com/McCulloch-MC1275-Heavy-Duty-Steam-Cleaner/dp/B0000DF0RB/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1464232258&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=mcculloch) steam cleaner. This is the low end one, but somewhere to start looking.
I'd prefer this. More power efficiency + looks much better.
Hi, I clean houses and house and pet sit for a living. I love this vac I got mine from woot for less than $200, so keep an eye out there!
This is what I have: http://www.amazon.com/Miele-S7210-Upright-Vacuum-Cleaner/dp/B003YIXK2A
Miele S7210 Twist. I've never had a better vacuum, works perfectly on carpet and hardwood alike.
Yeah even with the 40 buck coupon.
Roborock S5 Robotic Vacuum and Mop Cleaner, 2000Pa Super Power Suction &Wi-Fi Connectivity and Smart Navigating Robot Vacuum with 5200mAh Battery Capacity for Pet Hair, Carpet & Hard Floor (White) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0792BWMV4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_1BMmDbQE74RCG
Miele Compact C2 Electro+ Canister Vacuum,Marine Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XHQJKKD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fBM0AbJA7FNX3
For a cordless, the Hoover Linx is a solid performer:
https://www.amazon.com/Hoover-Cordless-Vacuum-Cleaner-BH50010/dp/B001PB8EJ2
This vacuum is amazing. You will need to charge it at home but it's a very powerful little vacuum.
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I think the difference is the color option, refer to this amazon page https://www.amazon.com/Roborock-Robotic-Connectivity-Navigating-Capacity/dp/B0792BWMV4?keywords=roborock+s51&qid=1536588613&sr=8-3&ref=sr_1_3, where there are three available colors white, rose and black. But Xiaomi isn´t clear about that.
> 15 square meters? Thats very small 🤔
Yeah, after I buy my bed and wardrobe, there's like 10 sqm of vacumable surfaces left. It's why I am looking for something rather cheap :P But i guess that for area, it's not worth 350 bucks. This seems cheap, but doesn't have mapping, and my room is T-shaped, so not sure if it would be good there.
Shark Rotator, hands down.
i would probably go home with a sebo K3 if i were in your shoes (or can go big with a D4). Sebo's quick fieldstrip head will come in handy in removing the medium/long hair, washing/disinfecting, and i dont think there's anything else like it in that regard. a new roll costs like $25 if you happen to kill it. Not sure if it comes with parquet or kombi head also but they work good with front brush removed. Sebo bags are cheaper than miele i think, but 2/3 the size unless you shell out the $$$ for a D4 which is more comparable to a miele C3. Smaller bag capacity could be a good thing. How long do you really want crap to ferment in the vacuum anyway?
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The Miele C3 costs more but has bigger bag comparable to sebo D4. the SEB236/228 powerheads basically dont fieldstrip at all, but it has a slot in the brushroll for scissors. I would probably pick a C2 or C3 for a house with no pets.
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Both choice are totl for filtration. Spend the savings on bags. Change often if it smells. Buy bag tablets.
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On second thought, maybe a vacuum cleaner is the wrong tool for massive amounts of fur. You wouldn't use pliars to remove a lug nut.. but you could. Long hair and spinning brushes don't seem like they should go together. Maybe the suction can be used in conjunction with a specialized tool?
Evriholder FURemover Broom with Squeegee made from Natural Rubber, Multi-Surface and Pet Hair Removal, Telescoping Handle that Extends from 3 ft to 6 ft https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000EFDOOA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_WWq1BbTE1WZQV
Grandi Groom AB24 Carpet Rake, 18-Inch Head, 54-Inch Handle, Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009A35AUI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_DVq1BbFTRWMXM
My Dyson just died, and after reading your AMAs I'm probably not going to get another.
I have a lot of hardwood on the 1st floor and all carpet on the stairs/second floor. I know you've recommended Panasonic canister vacs in the past, what do you think about this one? :
http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-MC-CG917-OptiFlow-Canister-Cleaner/dp/B005JTHQXQ/
I'd like to stay under $300. Thanks for your great AMAs!
Would these be good for dog hair?
http://www.amazon.com/Miele-S2121-Canister-Vacuum-Cleaner/dp/B003VVX5NE/ref=sr_1_5?s=home-garden&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1413912310&amp;sr=1-5&amp;keywords=Miele
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006CO18RM
I just use a hand vacuum. I don't bother, but if one wanted to be extra careful, they could put down a towel and vacuum the towel afterwards instead of the floor/counter top. Plastic bags are getting harder to come by since they're not allowed in my state's grocery stores, and reducing our consumption of plastic is a good thing, anyway.
i buy 100% on amazon as it is cheaper than lower percentages for some reason, https://www.amazon.co.uk/500mL-Pharmaceutical-Isopropyl-Alcohol-Isopropanol/dp/B00WLAS9W8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1498488360&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=isopropyl+alcohol
So apparently this stuff is 2-4x more powerful than ethanol but produces similar effects. Maybe dilute it down a little https://www.amazon.co.uk/500mL-Pharmaceutical-Isopropyl-Alcohol-Isopropanol/dp/B00WLAS9W8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1496959438&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=ethanol
I’ve been looking at this one for a little bit for my house and it’s amazon deal of the day half off
ECOVACS DEEBOT N79S Robot Vacuum Cleaner with Max Power Suction, Alexa Connectivity, App Controls, Self-Charging for Hard Surface Floors & Thin Carpets https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077HW9XM7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_t3C8BbFF7TW2N
It’s at least looking at
https://www.amazon.com/Roborock-Robotic-Connectivity-Navigating-Capacity/dp/B0792BWMV4/
Roborock S5 has a instant coupon on amazon that brings the price to 399
Try a carpet rake. Something like this.
I'd say either that or a high pressure hose setting...
This is the one I got
BISSELL 39N7A/39N71 Steam Shot Hard-Surface Cleaner, Light Green https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001EYHAGS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_rzb0CbVCZ4K3Y
Was a bit cheaper when I got it, but ten more dollars ain’t bad
Hello! It looks like this post is somewhat active so I'll ask my question here. I've been looking for a vacuum to replace our $50 Eureka and am currently eyeing a couple of different Miele vacuums on Amazon.
Miele S2121 Delphi
Miele S2121 Capri
I currently have enough credit to cover either of the vacuums, and want to make the best purchase I can. Any other specific models I should be considering? Our apartment has medium carpet, hardwood floors, and concrete, with the potential for pets in the future.
Also, is there any downside to buying a Miele on Amazon instead of with a local dealer?
EDIT: I've been combing through your comments on other questions, and have been looking more specifically at s6 and s8 models. S6 is probably more within my reach. Model recommendations?
eufy Boost IQ RoboVac 11S (Slim), 1300Pa Strong Suction, Super Quiet, Self-Charging Robotic Vacuum Cleaner, Cleans Hard Floors to Medium-Pile Carpets (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079QYYGF1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_MKAyCb9DZZ1SQ
I bought this Robotic Vacuum around Christmas last year and it was on sale for $180 and the thing has been awesome! I was very skeptical because I didn’t think it would work or get the whole house or for that matter pick up anything. I never have to worry about vacuuming and the thing just picks up everything. It goes off everyday while I’m at work and it’s one task I never have you worry about.
I got a Eufy 11S on Amazon this fall and it's AMAZING. It was rated as high as $600 models on Consumer Reports. Great on carpet and hard floors. It's listed at $225 now, but I got it for $149 over the holidays.
We put this in a corner of the kitchen. It makes a daily sweeping with a light broom extremely easy. We also have a Dyson Animal, but it's heavy; although great for getting hair out of the car.
https://www.amazon.com/Eye-Vac-EVPRO-Professional-Touchless-Stationary/dp/B0011G20QY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1500406873&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=salon+vacuum
Thanks OP - Your advice led me to this badboy: http://www.amazon.com/Miele-S2121-Canister-Vacuum-Cleaner/dp/B003VVX5NE/ref=sr_1_16?s=home-garden&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1415212294&amp;sr=1-16 and I haven't been happier!
I know that the Miele vacuums are the bees knees, but I have this vacuum. What is your opinion?
This vacuum
has been wonderful for my hardwood floors as well as the small area of carpeting I have. Hope this helps.
shrdbrd you lazy bum, heres some cool stuff.
I have two cats and all hard flooring, on a single level. I bought a “cheap” robot vacuum and it has changed my life. It is a Ecovacs Deebot N79S; at the time it cost 300$ full price but I got it on sale for 150$ (during US Black Friday). It is designed for hard floors, a small place (my apartment is maybe 700sqft) and to deal with pet hair. It has a small hepa filter.
There are many similar models now of varying price ranges, that are designed for low floors and to deal with pet hair. I have to clear the floors before running it (pick up toys, small area rugs, etc.) and empty the capture bin after each use, but it’s amazing. Honestly it does a better job than I would with a push vacuum, because it gets under the bed and into small corners where the dust bunnies are. It has a few different modes, and can be run from a smart phone over wifi, but I haven’t really bothered with that. The best thing is I can start it up, and leave the house. I run mine 1-2 times a week.
If you want a standard vacuum, it’s important that it has a hepa filter to capture pet dander.
Also, as you’ve noticed sweeping is almost pointless - a Swiffer dry cloth mop is much better at actually clearing the pet hair from floors. You can make your own cloth mops, and they work pretty well if you are opposed to the disposable mops.
Steam cleaner (you can find cheaper ones)
https://www.amazon.com/Bissell-Hard-Surface-Cleaner-39N7A-39N71/dp/B001EYHAGS/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=steam+cleaner+handheld&amp;qid=1573806610&amp;sprefix=steam+cleaner&amp;sr=8-2
Bowl brush
https://www.shisha-nil.de/smokah-reinigungsbuerste-glasbowl
I hear good things about using one of these things to clean car seats:
https://www.amazon.com/Bissell-SpotClean-ProHeat-Portable-5207F/dp/B00SBA5N26/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1521357025&amp;sr=8-4&amp;keywords=bissel+spotbot+pet
I got a Miele S7 https://www.amazon.com/Miele-S7210-Upright-Vacuum-Cleaner/dp/B003YIXK2A/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1483102538&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=Miele+S7+Twist as I, as well, did not want to pay a grip for Miele. Been rocking it for like 4 years. It did clog once and my wife's solution was to get SuperMAD and go out and buy a Dyson as a replacement. $300 Dyson to fix a clog...sounds legit right? I get home and in 20 seconds remove a rogue ball of dog hair and she chooches like day one. 2 weeks later, the Dyson clogged the same way. :) Needless to say, the wife no longer gripes about vacuums and uses the Miele like 9:1 over the Dyson.
The S7 is super quiet and we have 2 cats and a Newfoundland with 75% carpet and 25% wood/tile. The only issue with Miele is you must take it to a store for repair if something breaks...they sell ZERO parts to anyone anywhere unless you get super lucky and find used on eBay. Our hose ripped and a replacement was like $100, so I epoxy'd it and found one via luck on eBay for $40.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Miele-s7-vacuum-/222332479477?hash=item33c40c67f5:g:9h4AAOSw0UdXsizN
I saw you're still replying to things in here as of a few days ago, so crossing my fingers you'll be able to help me out. My fiance and I want to add a vacuum to our wedding registry (expecting it'll be a "group gift" thing, since $$$). I was looking at the Miele Compact C2 Electro+, but wanted your advice:
We have two cats and a dog. I have somewhat long hair. We currently live in a townhouse that's fully carpeted, but we plan to move shortly after the wedding and wan't to live somewhere with hardwood floors and/or only partial carpeting.
Is the C2 Electro+ a good option for us? Or should we splurge for something like the C3 Cat & Dog? Also, is the SEB228 Electrobrush that comes with the C2 the same as an "electric powerbrush" that I saw you mention in a comment to another user with carpets?
In my opinion, if you don't want to pay for the i7+ or s9+ line of Roomba, I would look at other brands. Unless you are trying to go super cheap, I don't see a point in spending money on a random navigation robot anymore, LIDAR/vision is the way to go.
Watch this Vacuum Wars video: https://youtu.be/4Fed8durfb4
So I would look at the Roborock S5 $499, the Roborock S4 $399, or the Neato D4 $349.
No, don't use contact cleaner!
You can get isopropyle alcohol on Amazon pretty cheap. A 500ml bottle for £6 or 1 litre for £7 both with free delivery.
We used to live out of suitcases (due to Mom's employment, not this, this sucks and I'm so sorry they're going through this)! Small portable game systems are a must for kids, I don't know if that's something that they made it out with, but they sure made our lives better. I would have killed for a Kindle, but even old systems from a second hand shop or a yard sale (sometimes you have to leave them behind anyway, it's hurts less if they weren't expensive) would probably be welcome. Phone cards, even just one a piece for emergencies, are incredibly helpful. We sometimes used blow up furniture, they don't often last long, but it's fun, it's portable, and it's yours. Decorative throws serve multiple purposes: as blankets, you can hang them for decor that helps the heating bill, and then you can wrap your stuff in them when you leave again. A camera, so that you can focus on new happy memories (not trying to encourage repression, but it really makes forgetting the bad parts easier later when you have concrete proof of the good ones). Stuff for a luxurious bath every now and then would be 'frivolous' enough for a gift, and it helps with the mental health, as well as technically being practical (everyone needs to be clean!).
> She also has no car
Is there any form of public transportation where they are? You could spring for a month's bus/tram/equivalent pass.
As for the organizing, there are the closets that hang, or the collapsible stand alone wardrobe. There's pop up storage bins, or this hoarder enabling abomination that I may be buying myself now. These things are like suitcases you never have to unpack.
I actually have this vacuum, it works awesome on hard floors and gets the job done on carpets if you keep at it, it's fairly quiet for a vacuum, and comes apart for getting hard to reach areas/fixing when you sucked up something it shouldn't have eaten. You could toss in a few small office/kitchen sized trashcans and liners to match, a lot of people can stay clean if they have arms reach access to a bin, but never think about buying extra bins.
You said that she has some cookware, but I'm going to add this here anyway. We always left behind the measuring spoons and cups, then wouldn't buy more until we absolutely had to. We often lived in hotels and lived off of whatever could be microwaved or grilled on the hibatchi (note, that was an example, don't spend more than $20 on one), and a good set of microwavable dishes makes a world of difference as to what you can make. Spices to dress up canned veggies are also indispensable and often out of budget, even if it's just some Mrs. Dash mixes, seasoning salt, garlic powder.
Lastly though, I want to commend you. You're an awesome friend. The world would be a better place with more of you. Knowing that someone out there has your back can mean everything when you have nothing. Good luck to your friend and her son, I hope your care package makes their day.
This one was on sale for $125 on Woot.com. Seems to get decent reviews.
https://smile.amazon.com/ILIFE-Robotic-Powerful-Tangle-free-Planning/dp/B06Y56NDF4/
Fellow pregnant mom (31 weeks) with a toddler (just turned 2) here. Don’t have any advice on the eating part but wanted to blow your mind with this amazing stationary vacuum you sweep things into. It will seriously improve your life.
Miele C2 Compact+. Still love it.
This is the one I have, and ~2 years later is still going strong after daily use. I have changed the filters and bottom brushes, but I think that is to be expected.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06Y56NDF4/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1524230650&amp;sr=8-7&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65
This is my vacumm and this is my story.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003YIXK2A/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Bought a blue Miele pet upright off Amazon a couple of years ago for three fiddy, about a year ago they changed U bag design, the new bags no longer fit very well and fall off when the bag is half full, fills entire bag chamber with dirt/dust/hair crap that is mucho gross. Bought 3 different boxes of U bags off ebay and Amazon and even tried a local shop, local shop said I was SOL then laughed at me for buying a Miele, claiming they change shit like that all the time. Miele customer service SUCKS, good luck with that.
Sold that POS on craigslist for a cool hundy. Waved goodbye to it as it rolled away and whispered audios you dirty dirty Motherfucker.
I have a couple of options, but they cost money. I think I have the same civic as you, mines a '10.
I got one of these (amazon link to a Hoover steamvac carpet cleaner) and it comes with an upholstery attachment. It works very well, but it's hard to shove into corners and crevices. You can get foaming carpet cleaners at the grocery store and use a brush, alternatively, that would get into those spaces. The difficult part then would be drying everything. So then you could use the Hoover to suck out the water as much as you can, since that's what it's designed for.
I also got a shop-vac, a 5.5hp, or maybe it was 4.5, I forget. It's BETTER than the vacuums at car cleaning places, I swear, and it was only 80 bucks. I highly recommend that. And since it's a shop-vac, it can clean up wet stuff, but the hoover has a better attachment for sucking water out of upholstery IMO. Anyway, I couldn't live without the shop-vac now. I clean everything with it, spills, dust, wasp nests, everything.
I have two of these. Bought the first one after Wirecutter told me to and bought the second because I was so impressed with the first. Every bit as good as any Roomba I've ever had, gets stuck less, and can be (crudely) controlled by Alexa.
I'm looking to get a Hoover Linx Cordless Stick Vacuum for my workplace, as we have hardwood floors on one half and concrete on the other, and sweeping never really gets the place clean, no matter what my boss tells me.
Thoughts on it? I was mostly trying to stay away from a corded vacuum, if only because we don't have a lot of accessible outlets at work. But I'm open to being convinced otherwise.
You may want to try this. I own one and it is great, I actually just used it to clean my couch last night. It comes with a special upholstery attachment. I think the key to cleaning a MOHEDA is doing the entire cushion instead of spot cleaning.
Check this one on Amazon: Xiaomi Mi
Is this the same vacuum?
Would Amazon warranty this?