(Part 3) Best vacuum cleaners & floor care products according to redditors

Ok I was curious and had to look this up. Judging by the listing this is supposed to work like a Swiffer and the listing doesn't explicitly say it's a vacuum. It also has no reviews on Amazon which is always questionable. Still ballsy though and I still admire the hustle lol.

>Features:
The sweeper adopts electrostatic cotton friction adsorption mode, which mainly adsorbs hair, dust and clothing fluff.
Easy to use, cleaning every cornor in your house.
Doing chore is such a easy thing.
Mute design does not disturb you.

>Package Content 1:
1 x Charging Sweeping Robot
1 x USB Charging Line
16 x Hoop and Loop
20 x Cleaning Cotton Pad



https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Y46BQZZ/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_jY.1Db9ZGK1BR

I thought this had to be a child’s toy, but nope

> The sweeper adopts electrostatic cotton friction adsorption mode, which mainly adsorbs hair, dust and clothing fluff.
Easy to use, cleaning every cornor in your house.
Doing chore is such a easy thing.
Mute design does not disturb you.

Here it is for someone interested. I just ordered one after seeing it on reddit the other day.

Look at what your job is. You're a repairman, so of course you're going to see a lot of broken Dysons. It's a super popular brand. You've seen hundreds of unhappy people, but that's because the millions of happy Dyson owners have never had to call on you. No mass market product has a 100% satisfaction rate these days - production isn't perfect, things break, etc.

Your entire perspective is heavily biased against popular brands. I'm not sure how you don't realize that. User reviews are worth a lot more:

http://www.amazon.com/Dyson-DC65-Animal-Complete-Upright/product-reviews/B00HNUFSLG

http://www.amazon.com/Dyson-DC41-Animal-Complete-Upright/product-reviews/B008SG536E

And the amount of 4-5 star reviews look pretty damn good. And I've had zero issues. And other people I know with Dysons are all very happy as well, which is a large part of why I bought one in the first place.

I used the McCulloch 1375: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00G00BT72/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_gKh9Bb46CWK0B

But i've been able to achieve similar results with this budget steam cleaner : https://www.amazon.ca/Handheld-Steam-Cleaner-Lightweight-Multipurpose/dp/B077XT32WD/ref=cm_sw_em_r_dp_dz_U_kRKmBbCYKCWGB_tt

I also posted something previously using this exact steamer

Awww gurl my mom bought me this Hoover bagged vacuum for Christmas in 2011 and it is to date my favorite gift ever in history. You know you're old when you are happy to get a vacuum for Christmas, but SHIt this thing is amazing. Lightweight, sleek, works amazing, bags last forever. Ungh I wanna go home and use it right now


Edit: this one if you're curious

>clean beer off of hardwood floors?

Step 1: Towel up liquid.

Step 2: Steam mop. I've got that exact one (two toddlers, a dog, and a cat in a house with all hardwood floors, so I don't like to use chemicals on my floor if I can help it), and it does a great job of breaking up sticky stuff that would normally require you to get out the scrub brush.

Nah mate, the 1040 bag catering pack

Fits under kitchen cabinets Sweepovac Built-in Kitchen Vacuum - Silver Finish Undercounter Kitchen Vacuum - Self Conta... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016N9TBHE/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_tai_4DU0Db

Bona's great. I've also like Weiman Floor Cleaner. I'd say even more important is a good
pro grade dry mop for regular dust/grit cleanup (not any of that Swiffer BS). You should be able to find it cheaper at your local hardware store.

Story time: We custom built our house and at the end of the build the GC brought in one hardcore middle aged lady that spent 2-3 days cleaning the ENTIRE damn house from construction zone to spotless. She was superhuman. I was doing touchup painting and made sure to be very respectful of not dirtying up rooms that she had already cleaned and apparently she really appreciated it, as she left one of her dry mops with a nice note wishing us luck in our new house and saying this dry mop was the most important thing we'd need. She was right, you can dry mop an entire floor of the house in just a few minutes and it takes it from "this floor is covered in grit and cat hair" to "nice and clean". Then just proper mop occasionally. If you go too long between proper mops, it can be nice to steam mop to get the tough dirt that won't easily mop out.

It’s called the Sweepovac! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016N9TBHE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_hk38BbWDRTPH5

https://www.amazon.com/liwei18-Household-Intelligent-Sweeping-Automatic/dp/B07Y46BQZZ/

> Features: The sweeper adopts electrostatic cotton friction adsorption mode, which mainly adsorbs hair, dust and clothing fluff.

Weird.

I got one on Amazon for like $300.

Edit: Corrected price, added link.

Name: "Sweep O Vac"

$133

Link:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweepovac-Kitchen-Vacuum-Cabinets-Spaces/dp/B016N9TBHE

Hey!

First off, Sharks are mostly frowned upon here for a few reasons. Most (if not all) people in the vacuum business despise bagless machines. Horrible filtration, messy, cost way more to operate than bagged ones too. Second, parts are a virtual nightmare to get should the machine malfunction.

Since you have mostly carpets, for your budget I'd recommend a Panasonic. https://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-MC-UG223-Upright-Vacuum-Cleaner/dp/B007LZ9LSO/ref=sr_1_2?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1469032345&sr=1-2&keywords=panasonic+upright

I know this isn't what you're asking about exactly but I got myself an off-brand Roomba (The Ilife) and a steam mop and it has changed my life forever. The Ilife keeps up with the cleaning in my 1200 sqft apt extremely well even with my dog and the porch door left open for extended amounts of time. I've had the ILife for about 6 months and it's still running strong. Hasn't broke with me accidentally stepping on it, my 50lb bulldog trying to lay on it, and the dining room chair falling on it.

They also make bots that have a mopping attachment that's pretty cool, I've never tried it though. If you want to feel extra clean an air purifier will help quite a bit. It'll help keep dust down. That's my next big purchase.

Dyson vacuum! A clean home is a happy home.

Rookie numbers, that

I think it was on sale for $250 or less at Fry's. Shop around as it varies quite a bit. What we didn't realize is that it also comes with a separate shoulder-strap container-type of vacuum that is so great for tile/hardwood and other small cleanups.

Personally, I feel like the bag vacuums are superior from the wind tunnel types and we couldn't be happier with this vacuum.

Link

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00450U7V8/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_zzsCCb4DW1V5Z

Had a Dyson and it isn't worth 400% the cost. For $59 it might not last forever, but has served our main level well for a while now.

Maybe it would help if you divided your list into two columns: Left column is stuff you have to do, and the right one is stuff you'd like to do.

Left column:

GFCI protected outlet every 48" on counter tops.

Dedicated, separate runs for each major appliance.

Lighting should provide the following: 30-75 foot candles per square foot, 300-750 lumens per square meter, or 1.21 watts per square foot. That means good and bright.



Right Column:

Under cabinet lighting.

3 way switches for the lighting. Bonus points if you also put a switch in the master bedroom to control the kitchen lights. No one likes walking into a dark kitchen.

Low voltage wiring. Cat6 for data, coaxial for a TV, speaker wire for tunes, and maybe wiring for exterior security cameras. Hell, a nice four speaker system just for the kitchen alone. iTunes while you cook?

A vent over the kitchen island or range that works! So many of them make noise, but don't capture most of the smoke and/or grease. Buy a powerful unit, and you will be much happier.

Wire in one of these. You wife will thank you:

https://www.amazon.com/Sweepovac-Kitchen-Vacuum-Cabinets-Spaces/dp/B016N9TBHE

For staging a midnight raid on the fridge, how about a night light? I mounted a canvas print on the wall (kinda like this: https://images.icanvas.com/list-square/coffee.jpg), and placed a small florescent light underneath. It stays lit 24/7. Now I can cruise into the kitchen at zero-dark thirty, and not have to turn any lights on.

I am brilliant (hey, wrote that myself!).

I just dealt with fleas and it sucks. I got rid of them by being pretty aggressive. I bathed my dog with flea shampoo the Tropiclean one like suggested, used a flea comb after. I then got him a Serestro collar, and used K9 Advantax II again. He had it before the fleas actually showed up but i re-applied sooner than one month with Vet permission. Also used Capster for a week. Finally, I washed bedding, curtains, clothes, threw out some toys that were cloth he played with during the time and some couch cushions. Wiped down every surface with Vets best flea and tick home spray, spread out Diatomaceous Earth. Vaccumed every day for a week and a half and steam cleaned the floor, the couch, the bed with one of these. Aggressive and pricey yes but home and puppy are completely flea free. I still spot check with the flea comb just in case though.

The difference between the regular and pet models is just the tools, however the max has a few differences but the main one is that it has a different baseplate that does a great job of sealing to the carpet, improving performance and maximizing airflow through the carpet, also it happens to be cheaper at the moment so even if they were the same, the max would still be the best deal: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0055SNR2A/ref=psdcmw_510110_t2_B003EQ470G?th=1&psc=1

Bissell Natural Sweep Carpet and Floor Sweeper with Dual Rotating System and 2 Corner Edge Brushes, 92N0A, Silver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001GL1NXU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_at9jDbXW88027

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.

I got you

Don't know about fleas 😬.

But Hoover bagged T series is the King right now with budget vacuums.
Here is a link . https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0055SNR2A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_a6ksDb694MAQ2

iRobot Roomba 690 $274.99 Normally around $375. Works with both Google Home and Alexa.

https://www.amazon.com/iRobot-Roomba-Robot-Vacuum-Connectivity/dp/B06XRT2B3P

Most sites had this for $375, but looks like amazon has had it for $330 Since August.

Price data from camelcamelcamel.

Im getting married in October. I've done some research and came across the Hoover Platinum Collection Lightweight Bagged Upright with Canister, UH30010COM. Is this a good vacuum set to put on our registry? We have hard woods with oriental rugs.

Link
http://www.amazon.com/Hoover-Platinum-Collection-Lightweight-UH30010COM/dp/B001PB8EEM/ref=sr_1_13?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1456782615&sr=1-13&keywords=hardwood+vacuum&refinements=p_89%3AHoover

Thanks for the reply. The Windtunnel Max looks like a good choice (we definitely need above floor tools), but I'm a little confused by the choices I see in the Windtunnel line. Is there a big difference or advantage to the Maax compared to this Windtunnel T-Series? I see there is also a 'pet' model; are they all based on the same technology?

Thanks again, sorry for all the questions!

My vacuum died almost a year ago now, and I replaced it with a Shark. It has great reviews and was recommended by a few friends.

It cost $150, cheap in the world of vacuums. We have a medium size place with a mix of carpet and tile and 2 little kids, so it's used almost daily. It works wonderfully and is light enough to haul up the stairs easily. It's also bagless, so there's nothing to buy for it.

I have a Golden Retriever and two cats with all hardwood floors. Fur management is a big part of my life.

First of all, be glad you have wood floors because once you are setup, wood and tile floors are so much easier to keep clean of pet hair.

Second, I'm sure others will mention this but any fur you proactively remove from your animals by brushing is fur that you will not have to clean up. My life has been much easier since I convinced myself of this fact. Brush, brush brush. Brush everyday. It's good bonding time between you and your dog and it's easier than vacuuming. If you can't get a loaf of bread sized hairball off your Golden everyday in the summer, you need a different brush. Also, consider the nuclear option. I used to have my previous Golden shaved every May. By late October, he would have all his fur back more beautiful than ever. He particulalry hated the heat and we saw a big change in his activity level every time we shaved him. Now, shaving Goldens is about as controversial as you can get in the dog world but it worked fine for me.

Tools - I had been considering picking up a $500.00 Dyson "Animal" vacuum. I tend to wear out every vacuum I buy within a year so was going to go for quality. One thing that bothers me about the Dyson (and the Roomba) is that it has a spinning brush. Spinning brushes are the Achilles heel of pet vacuums and really aren't needed for a wood floor. I stumbled on the vacuum linked below and bought it a few weeks ago. Very highly reviewed for pet hair. No spinning brush. The machine is optimized specifically for pet hair and works awesome. $65 bucks.

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00450U7V8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I bought this Bissell model: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0091YYUAM/

For £24.85 (£17.86 + £6.99 delivery to Germany) you can get a 3.25kg bag of Yorkshire tea!!! With 1040 tea bags, it works out to 2.4p or 2.7 cents per bag :)

> Bissell

I am wayyy late on this AMA, but what's your opinion of the Bissell Zing? After my trusty Eureka Oxygen 6999 canister vac died after something like a decade of use, I ordered the Zing, seeing quite a few good reviews on Amazon for its performance on hard floors (I have wood floors, only a few rugs here and there, 3 kids but no pets). It's arriving today. Am I screwed?

Thanks so much for doing this AMA!!

Like this one? super affordable on Amazon.

And thanks for the luck and advice. I'll probably spend part of today doing just that.

1. A Dyson vacuum.
   
2. I love cleaning (nerd alert) and have always wanted a Dyson. We also have a ton of fury animals that live with us. The freeloading kind that don't clean up after themselves.
   
3. I think I would live.
   :)
   
   Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds

BISSELL Zing Bagged Canister Vacuum, Purple, 4122 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AZBIV9Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_wdOoxb5A2PP49

Omg how have I been a dog owner for 10 years with hardwood floors and only got this when I was pregnant???

Now that I have a constantly shedding lab and a crawling baby, I use it daily on about 700 sq feet. Does an amazing job and my floors have never looked cleaner.

I have been using this carpet sweeper for the past couple months. It works really well for fur, hay, and poop. You'll have to clean out the brushes once a month and empty the compartments once a day but otherwise it's been magical! Picks up everything!

My cleaning lady had the best vacuum. It's a shark. I want to get one for myself since I only use her when I'm unavailable to clean.

I can't find her exact model.

Is this the one you use?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00X7R1FZ2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_b5ADDb90AN214

this shark vacuum is incredible! We've been beating the crap out of ours for years!
I hate folding laundry!!!!

/u/sunnypreposition "you're a dirty bird and need to be punished" 😆

Put this panda piggyback on your wishlist!!!

Edit: piggy bank. Lol so sleep deprived

I am very allergic and have 2. Keep it out of your bedroom, vacuum regularly with a hepa filtered vac if you can (I have this one https://www.amazon.com/Rotator-Lift-Away-Anti-Allergy-NV752-Bordeaux/dp/B00X7R1FZ2?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_2), and take allergy medication if you have to (I do daily, but mostly because I am allergic to a ton of other stuff also). Don't buy into those hypo allergenic cats, its all bullshit in my experience.

https://www.amazon.com/Sweepovac-Kitchen-Vacuum-Cabinets-Spaces/dp/B016N9TBHE

I've had a Bissell Zing for about two years now and I really like it. It's small and light but powerful, it comes with a brush that has a setting for hardwood or carpet (I have wood floors but I've used it on some low pile area rugs too) and I've bought some third-party attachments that work really well with it. It's currently $88 but you can catch it on sale for $49.

A sweeper to help keep her room clean. Students like using it.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001GL1NXU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T1_XQSFzbFXCF0F3

It's slightly over your budget, but this Hoover Windtunnel T-Series seems to fit the bill.

With all hard floors, a Miele C1 would suit you fine. Will beat any battery powered Dyson.

Link, $299 on Amazon

Try one of these guys before you use the vacuum. It gets most of the hay. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001GL1NXU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_z9ePBbW8F1HSN

Steam cleaner? https://www.amazon.com/PurSteam-Handheld-Pressurized-Cleaner-Accessory/dp/B06XHXFHWG

YES! I have the Shark Rotator (https://www.amazon.com/Rotator-Powered-Lift-Away-TruePet-NV752/dp/B00X7R1FZ2/ref=sr_1_5) and it is honestly amazing. Mostly carpeted house with kitchen/foyer in tile. I LOVE the quick setting switch up by the handle to go from floors to carpet. The detachable feature of the canister is hugely helpful when preggo and trying to vacuum stairs!

What about a commercial style vacuum? Made to take a beating. https://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-MC-UG223-Upright-Vacuum-Cleaner/dp/B007LZ9LSO

I've got the Shark Rotator Lift-Away, and love it. My dog has a short coat; the problem hair is my own and this thing does a great job with it. I got it at BedBathandBeyond with one of their 20% off coupons, and have since seen it go on sale quite frequently.

I use a seam ripper to tear the hair from the roller, and it works really well.

Something like this that you can just run back and forth and pick up all the junk that ends up on the floor under tables. Basically a quiet vacuum minus the vacuum. When I waited we used these during service and then would run a regular electric vacuum cleaner back over everything at the end of the night when closing the section.

I just scrubbed a kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom tile floor and it turned out amazing! Here's what I used: This grout cleaner with this amazing grout brush. Then I used a larger scrub brush like this with this tile cleaner. Anything that didn't come off with that I scraped off with a razor blade scraper like this. When I was done I sealed the grout with this. I used a small artist paint brush to apply it. The brush that comes on the bottle isn't very useful.


This may be overkill if you're just trying to get the job done, but I wanted to do the job right (and get rid of a gross odor from the old roommate) and make sure I wouldn't have to do it again for a while. I'll use my steam mop to maintain it, as the whole apartment is tile.

You want this.

People have found it for $3-7 on Chinese websites but here's an insanely priced Amazon link. If you do decide to go about Roomba shenanigans come join sweeps new sub and have fun! r/SWEEPthefoomba

https://www.amazon.com/liwei18-Household-Intelligent-Sweeping-Automatic/dp/B07Y46BQZZ

Buy this and never look back. It works awesome.

Great suggestion. Thank You.
Reading the old threads I was leaning towards this one Hoover-WindTunnel-Bagged-Upright-UH30310!
But I can't see any difference between the two. What do you think?

You mention $400.. does that mean you wouldn't recommend this $300 Miele?

This car cleaner guy on YouTube uses this onecleaner

His channel

our 15 year-old miele s 4000 just died

>I will say that if you try to use the non powered head on carpet you will be massively disappointed.

Since we have onlly hardwoods with an occasional area-rug, we were just going to buy this. I was more-or-less curious if the homecare line is worth paying twice as much for.

If you've got the cash for it, I love these things.

Good luck and congrats on your new place!

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 :)

A clothing wand steamer isn't going to have the pressure needed to do detailing stuff.

I have one of these and love it:
https://www.amazon.com/McCulloch-MC1375-Canister-Steam-System/dp/B00G00BT72

This is basically as good as it gets without spending $1000 on a VX5000 or whatever.

Dinners on you

1. Texas Roadhouse
   
2. Outback Steakhouse
   
3. LongHorn Steakhouse
   
   (Can you tell I like steak? LOL)
   
   I'd love to take out my husband. He's such a hard worker and he deserves it!
   
   Amazon Item
   
   Thanks for the contest! :)

https://www.amazon.com/Bissell-Bagged-Canister-Vacuum-4122/dp/B00AZBIV9Q/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1512070653&sr=8-2&keywords=bissel+zing

https://www.amazon.com/BISSELL-BigGreen-Commercial-BGU1451T-PowerForce/dp/B00LIRG242/ref=sr_1_13?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1512070877&sr=1-13&keywords=bissell+upright+vacuum


Get one of these. Trust me. You don't need to spend a lot. This guy is full of shit.

Hoover Platinum Collection Lightweight Bagged Upright with Canister

https://www.amazon.com/Hoover-Platinum-Collection-Lightweight-UH30010COM/dp/B001PB8EEM/

Ok...this is really expensive ~$50, but I really need this. I have 8-9 animals and a very hard time keeping up with all of the cleaning involved. I would love you forever. ;) It would make me so happy because I love having a clean house but saving animals always takes precedence. Saving animals is my life.

I'm sorry I'm on mobile: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00450U7V8/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=2C2OIZJLDERQJ&coliid=I1NQJZKY31SBHM&psc=1

Adults are just outdated children.

My Dyson DC40 is my favourite 'proper' hoover Electrical. But I also love this as it's lightweight and I can just use it wherever without thinking about cords. It picks stuff up easy and is quick to empty. Since I can't carry the Dyson around we keep that upstairs where the carpets are and I have the sweeper downstairs so I can use it there :)

You can get the 600 series for $299.99 now.

http://www.amazon.com/Navigator-Upright-Bagless-Cleaner-NV22L/dp/B002IPHBNE

Steam Cleaner link

It’s ok I would recommend a bigger one if you have the money!

If I only had $100 to buy a brand new vacuum, which should I get? For 75% Carpet and 25% Wood Floor. These are all bagged uprights.

Hoover Windtunnel (UH30310, UH30600, UH30300 - they all seem very similar)

Panasonic MC-UG223

Hoover Tempo WidePath, U5140900

I have this one and it has been great! I definitely get the 90 minutes of steam time that they advertise and I think it would be worth the extra 8 cents over the one you posted.

We currently have the Shark Truepet:

https://www.amazon.com/Rotator-Lift-Away-Anti-Allergy-NV752-Bordeaux/dp/B00X7R1FZ2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1538964405&sr=8-3&keywords=shark+pet+vacuum

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It works great on carpet, but the floor attachment always gets pet hair hopelessly stuck in the pad on thew hardwood floors. I was thinking maybe something that had water used to clean floors, but maybe that is not needed.

Is this the one? https://www.amazon.com/Miele-Compact-C1-Suction-Canister/dp/B06XHPLYZL/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1538363038&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=Miele+Classic+C1+Turbo+Team+Vacuum&psc=1

at 239.00 on prime that could be a steal! if its the right one...

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&ie=UTF8&qid=1413912310&sr=1-5&keywords=Miele

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006CO18RM

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?

Would you recommend this vacuum?
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B003EQ470G/

This one would probably be better to help get in cracks where they hidehere

Honestly, Dyson makes the best cordless cleaners on the market IMO. They're the only cordless cleaners I've come across that have suction comparable to a 'real' vacuum. If you want a cordless cleaner, I'd buy a Dyson and skip the knock-offs.

That being said, Corded cleaners are cheaper, have more power, and have a much longer life expectancy (all Lithium Batteries have a finite lifespan).

I'd consider one of Dyson's corded models if you want Bagless, This DC33 is an excellent machine for the price.

If you want bagged, go for something like This Panasonic or This Hoover


Both of the machines I listed are "commercial grade" vacuums, meaning they lack cosmetic frills. But will be practically un-killable in residential use. Like.. Will literally last you 20 years.

EDIT: I forgot to mention noise levels. The Dyson I linked is extremely quiet, as is the Panasonic. The Hoover is slightly noisier, but nothing that's horrible.

Oh wow! What an awesome contest. Thanks!!!

I'd love any of the wallets to give to a special person for their upcoming birthday.

My most wanted item is this vacuum because my vacuum sucks and having a cat, a dog, and two sons makes for dirty carpets.

This is what I'm looking at tbh. Has nozzles that focus the steam and has a wide angle as well. Have heard really good things about this for exterior and interior for the price.

McCulloch MC1375 Canister Steam System https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G00BT72/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_LVFpyb5TAAKEG

Edit: Grammar

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3. Highly rated powder solution for roseaca
   
   
4. [Highest rated at mid range price] (http://www.amazon.com/Hoover-FloorMate-SpinScrub-Vacuum-FH40010B/dp/B003A2IDMC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1376520553&sr=8-1&keywords=vacuum+mop)
   
   
5. [On the premium price side of things but a beloved and highly rated brand with lots of color and style options] (http://www.amazon.com/bumGenius-Freetime-All-In-One-One-Size-Closure/dp/B0072FRENC/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1376869531&sr=8-2&keywords=bum+genius)
   
   
6. Almost 50 pounds but great reviews and good price
   
   Weighs in at only 34 pounds. Higher on the price scale but fantastic reviews
   
   
7. These are craaaaazy handy if you have the height for it! Great rating and a very cheap solution
   
   A more comprehensive, but affordable closet solution with great ratings
   
   And just a personal favourite—These things are awesome to as you can clip them together in a few different configurations to make some cubbies that fit your space
   
   
8. Good price for, highly rated, multicolour, Egyptian cotton set at 900 GSM
   
   Similar price for US Pima cotton set (another quality cotton), does not list the GSM but also highly rated.
   
   
9. These Tommy and Klein collections seem to get a lot of good reviews on quality and comes in sets for a mid range price. The Tommy sets seem to be a little less expensive:
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   Outside of Amazon though Target is great for kids clothes:
   I'm a big fan of these t shirts. They come with a cape.
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   Cute sweaters for fall (more from Target not the 'Zon. Just 'cause)
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   An Amazon alternative to sweater #2
   
   Jeans to go with everything. Dark to hide stains:
   at Target
   Or a great alternative from amazon
   
   And one cute jacket to look like a spokesmodel for LL Bean Kids (via target)
   
   Complete outfit in 2 parts from target: 1 2 (turn up the cuffs for an adorably hipster look)

I have this Bissell hardfloor sweeper and I love it. It’s pretty cheap and does amazing sucking up all the tumbleweeds of dog hair. Plus it’s easy to clean.


Bissell PowerEdge Pet Hardwood Floor Bagless CleanerStick Vacuum

That's why you buy these bad boys
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Hand held steamer. Here’s the one I have. I use it on everything. Cleans with chemicals. PurSteam

Automatic robot vaccume iRobot Roomba 690 Wi-Fi Connected Robotic Vacuum Cleaner https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B06XRT2B3P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_RfaPAb91FW4CA

I have two vacuums. I use this Electrolux Cordless Vacuum that I use 2-3 times a week on our hardwood floors (LOVE the detachable hand vacuum). I also own this Shark Vacuum that I use once or twice a week on both our hardwood floors and in our one carpeted room. I've been pretty happy with this setup so far. The cordless vacuum is awesome for a quick spot job around the kitchen/living room!!

Buy your own shitty roomba today! https://www.amazon.com/liwei18-Household-Intelligent-Sweeping-Automatic/dp/B07Y46BQZZ

I have this Shark True Pet vacuum. A little pricey, but sooo worth it for my German Shedder. I had 3 huskies at once, and had the Shark Navigator. Loved it! But I accidentally broke a piece and had to retire it. My dad’s had his Shark for almost 6 years now, runs good as new. My brother has a GSD and a golden and also has the True Pet. We aren’t sponsored, I swear. Just like their vacuums!

Super easy to empty and clean too. Never had any issues with mine.

Get yourself one of these bad boys and some duct tape. Now your also gonna want t long Ethernet cable dependent on the size of your house. Next make sure you get a POE access point such as this Unifi device. Now I think you know where I'm going with this, and you will NEED to up your macgyver skills. This has the added benefit of making sure the vacuum will always have a good wireless signal.

I suggest a steam mop for deeper cleaning.

For casual weekly cleaning or whatever I have a reusable Libman mop. Basically it's a Swifer that you fill yourself and wash the pad.

I make this homemade cleaner and it works wonders.

I have original hardwood floors from the 1930's and I swear by the techniques above. It's both gentle and effective.

Do not use Murphy's Oil Soap unless your floors are unfinished wood floors!

1. Personal laminator
   
   Best price and rating ratio
   
   
2. Korean educational
   
   Couldnt find much, this is the best
   
   
3. Vacuum Mop
   
   On sale, $41 off
   
   
   
4. Toddler clothes
   
   Sneakers - 5 stars - 14.88 ON SALE
   
   Shirt and pants - 5 stars - 12.00 ON SALE
   

What do you think of the Hoover Platinum Lightweight Upright Vacuum with Canister. I have one and it seems to work pretty well.

> Miele


I wanted an Xbox One for Christmas but instead I'm going to get THIS.

Thoughts?

Hoover Floor Scrubber

This is nice if you have pets or kids that make sticky messes where a broom or regular vacuum won't work. Also great for salt stains if you live somewhere with winter weather.


Obviously the water is not good for unsealed hardwood but the suction and drying feature make it ok to use on most floors.

You should really seal/finish your hardwood floors properly, they are floors meant to be walked on, and you won't have to worry about water.

Finally everybody is correct about steam mops, they force the moisture into spots you don't want it to be.

I use a big plastic paint scraper/putty knife to scrape off the excess waste, then either spray everything down with vinegar water or poop off before wiping down with a cloth. A steam cleaner (I use one of these) helps with really stuck-on messes.

One of my cages is 6' tall x 6' wide x 3' deep and it's impractical for me to take it outside to hose it down, even when the weather is good. So the cages get steam cleaned once a week, and are given spot wet cloth cleanings three times a week. The longer you leave it, the more work it is and the more you just want to take them out and hose them down. If you just do a little every few days, it makes it far easier to manage!

Ooh, I hadn't considered cleaning products. I ADORE my Bissell PowerEdge hard floor pet vacuum

It does have the powered head, it's this one: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006CO18RM/ref=cm_cr_rev_prod_title

My house is mostly hardwood floors and tile. I use Bissel PowerEdge Hard Floor for the hard surface floors, which is most of my house.

I have all cats, no dog. My biggest problem was cat hair and kitty litter on the floor. The tank is very easy to empty and the vacuum itself is light and simple to use. It has no problem picking up litter, dirt, and hair. I use it on an almost daily basis. It's only for hard floors, but it is cheap.

I use a Hoover pet series vacuum for the carpet. It seems wasteful to have two vacuums for the different floor types, but I have yet to find a good vacuum that will do both effectively. Vacuuming often makes mopping less of a necessity for me.

[This] (http://amzn.com/B00G00BT72) would be your best bet for your price range. Anything lower is more than likely break in a year or two.

I suggest the Dyson Pet Version. Works great.