 Much better than the old model! |
| Review Date: October 2, 2006 |
| Reviewer: K. Seitz, Dublin, Ohio USA |
I purchased this vacuum ($40+tax at Best Buy) to replace my old red Dirt Devil with the bag and onboard tools. The tools on my old one were constantly falling off while I was vacuuming.
This new model is a HUGE improvement! The suction is amazing! I used it on our carpeted stairs that I just had steam cleaned last week and was surprised at all the junk it sucked up. The clear dirt cup is much better than the disposable bags and emptying it is a breeze. I like how the tools attach and the crevice tool seemed to work well. The cord is long enough to vacuum the entire stairway and then some. I would recommend this vaccum to anyone who is tired of lugging their upright up and down the stairs! |
Best hand-vac EVER!
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| Review Date: April 9, 2006 |
| Reviewer: Marti Bickley, Montgomery, AL |
| I have 2 large dogs (akita mix with 2 coats)who shed constantly so I needed a vacuum with lots of suction. But, I also have wooden floors so I didn't want to spend $300.00 just to vacuum a few area rugs and furniture. This product was perfect for me. It was powerful AND inexpensive. This little vacuum is amazing. It's easy to maneuver and operate. I love the fact that I can empty the canister immediately after use and with such ease. The attachments are easy to use, too, although I have to admit, I don't use them that often. I have bought this vacuum as gifts for family members and they are all as impressed with this product as I am. I would recommend this hand-vac to anyone who desires alot of power for little money. In fact, I have. |
Great Vacuum!
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| Review Date: January 12, 2006 |
| Reviewer: J. Freeman, Boston,MA |
| I've had the Dirt Devil Classic for several weeks now. Got it on sale here for $40! Plus free shipping - can't beat that. The vacuum was to replace a DustBuster rechargeable. The battery on the rechargeable just didn't last long enough and it didn't pick up cat hair worth a darn. We have 2 cats and they sleep on the couches at night so I have to vacuum the couches every few days. The Dirt Devil's brush spins great and the suction is powerful enough to easily remove cat hair. Having a belt is great and a replacement belt comes in the box. Cleaning out the filter isn't that hard. Go easy on it since it is a paper filter. It has a long cord so I can walk around with it. All in all I'm very happy with it |
No such thing as a perfect vacuum!
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| Review Date: February 8, 2008 |
| Reviewer: David W. Smith, Kentucky |
I gave this vacuum five stars, but it is NOT perfect, just very very good! I have lived with three cats for many years. During that time I have owned or used or sold nearly every type of vacuum, from the discount store special to the ridiculously expensive. I have owned bagged, bagless, and water filtration vacuums. I have become extremely adept at diagnosing and repairing vacuum cleaners. Be prepared and honest with yourself. They all require frequent maintenance.
For the last few years I have been using our bagless upright to clean cat hair off the furniture every day. I actually lift the machine and move it over the furniture to use the rotating brush. If I skip a day I can actually vacuum enough hair to make another cat! Air powered brushes are useless, only a powered brush will do. Long ago I used the powered brush of a canister to do this, I even had a small one just for upholstery.
That is where the Dirt Devil comes in. It is smaller, lighter, and more maneuverable than any of the alternatives that will actually work. And the Dirt Devil DOES WORK! It is very powerful and quite efficient. It is not perfect, however. The belt does slip off occasionally and it is not easy to reinstall, but I have not broken one in nearly a month of continuous use. Yes, it is noisy - nearly all vacuums are. And, yes, the dust cup is very small, but it is not intended for vacuuming your entire house; most people have a full size vacuum for that. This brings me to the biggest complaint that most people seem to make - the filter clogs. Yes, it does. Here is how to handle that problem. Simply use the hose of your full size vacuum to suck the debris off of, and yes, OUT of the Dirt Devil filter. You can even suck all the contents of the dust cup into your main vacuum at the same time. Do this with every use and your filter will last a Looong time! There is no such thing as a perfect vacuum; their very function makes them problematic. But this little Dirt Devil is one of the best. |
Excellent portable vacuum!!!
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| Review Date: January 27, 2006 |
| Reviewer: C. Bremmer, |
| Bought the Dirt Devil Classic to replace a Dustbuster that wasn't doing its job. This Dirt Devil is what I should've bought years ago.... very portable, long cord, love the brush rollers, and very easy to empty with the trap door in back. |
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