OT: I need current recommendations for a good hand-held vacuum

8 years ago

I've searched, but the threads I'm finding are all older and I'm sure brands/models have changed by now. Can you recommend a really good quality hand-held vac? We need something to use on carpeted stairs (we don't want to be hoisting our Dyson up and down and in between), and it also needs to be powerful enough to do a good job on cat litter spillage on tile flooring. Suggestions appreciated!

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OutsidePlaying

8 years ago

I have a Black & Decker like this

http://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-FHV1200-Cordless-Ultra-Compact/dp/B002FQJW4W/ref=lp_510114_1_18?s=vacuums&ie=UTF8&qid=1440010493&sr=1-18

Don't get a Dyson. Had one previously and it would never hold a charge. This little B&D is a champ and doesn't take up much room in the closet where I keep it plugged in.

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maire_cate
8 years ago
I just checked my Consumer Reports online and here are their top 3:

1. Shark Pet Perfect II SV780 $60.00 (rated 79 points) 18 Minute run time

2. Eureka Easy Clean 71 B $50.00 ( 71 points) corded

3. Bissell Pet hair Eraser $35 (65 points) corded

I'm not a fan of rechargeable appliances (except cell phones and laptops) so I'd probably go for the Eureka. All 3 scored tops on bare floors and edge cleaning. The Shark was a little better on carpet than the Eureka but was noisier. And the Shark and Eureka scored the same on pet hair while the Bissell (in spit of the name) scored below average on pet hair.

Obviously there are many more on the market - hope you find one you like.
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