Early this year, the makers of Quantum vacuums added a new product to their collection - the Quantum X. This new vacuum is the first and only upright from the company. The other Quantum, a canister, has been on the market for several years and gained a lot of popularity. The new upright is no exception either. For the few months, it has been on sale, the vacuum has been a quite a sensation if the number of people who own it is anything to go by. Quantum vacuums are water-based, which means they use water as the filtration medium. If you have used a Quantum before, you already understand how this technology works and what its benefits are. … [Read more...]

The Hoover PowerDash is a compact and lightweight carpet cleaner that performs superbly. If you remember, a few weeks ago I was presenting the Hoover SmartWash. The legacy of the FloorMate continues now with the new cheaper PowerDash model. Since its launch a few months ago, it's been Hoover's best for those who want a powerful, grab-and-go cleaning device. It made shampooing carpets such an easy task and one that every member of the family could carry out. The reason is that apart from being lightweight, it offers no challenges to operate. It comes with fewer functionalities and tools, focusing more on improved suction and cleaning … [Read more...]

Finding a cordless stick vacuum that cleans both carpets and hard floors can be quite a challenge. These vacuums rely on batteries for power which makes them great on hard floors but less effective on carpets. However, one vacuum stands out as a powerful cleaning gadget that can take on even the carpeted surfaces. Released only a few months ago, the Shark ION F80 MultiFLEX is one of the best battery-operated stick vacuums you can own today. The vacuum is an upgrade of the IonFlex 2X, and comes with features that make it more usable and able to clean different floor types. Using the combination of a powerful battery, unique brush … [Read more...]

With the tight schedule of today's life, there's rarely enough time for those daily chores such as cleaning floors. However, things can get lighter with a robotic vacuum. Requiring very little input from you, these compact gadgets can maintain your floors on a daily basis without fail. But then, you need a really good robot that assures you of thorough cleaning for that. One such vacuum is the autonomous but highly controllable Ecovacs DEEBOT OZMO 930. This robot outshines many other vacuums in various ways and is worth your consideration. The DEEBOT OZMO 930 is the latest model from Ecovacs, a company that has been in the vacuums industry … [Read more...]

Carpets provide for a warm, soft, and luxurious floor. The only problem is that they're dirt magnets, trapping loose dirt particles as well as staining easily. It can be a huge problem, especially if the carpets are high-pile. While vacuuming picks up most of the dirt, it's never enough. Some stains such as pet accidents, food spills, and other liquid messes may not be vacuumable. Besides that, many vacuums cleaners struggle to suck up dirt from carpets. That means you will eventually need to carry out some shampooing. The Hoover SmartWash+ FH5200 is a carpet cleaner that has immensely simplified the process to shampoo carpets. It's also one … [Read more...]

Eureka vacuums are a household name in America. Globally, they're a popular choice, ranking among the top brands. Eurekas are loved for their unique cleaning capabilities, usability, affordability, and for being lightweight. Available in virtually every vacuum store, these cleaning machines have held records for the best buy and won awards for being energy efficient. There are different types of Eureka vacuums from uprights, canister, stick to handhelds. The vacuums are also available in many different models which means you can never lack a unit that appeals to your taste or suits your particular needs. The latest line from the company, the … [Read more...]

Earlier this year, Kirby released a new line of vacuums, the Kirby Avilir 2. It succeeded the Avilir 1 and came with a few tweaks here and there. Kirby has, for years, earned the wrath of many homeowners for their door-to-door spelling strategy. Few people are ever comfortable with the persistent salespeople who visit homes pitching Kirby vacuum cleaners. They view them as nagging, cunning people who often end up selling the vacuums at exorbitant prices to the unsuspecting customers. This has led to the many negative reviews the company has been receiving online - from people who are angry for feeling duped into coughing huge amounts of money … [Read more...]

When it comes to vacuums that have stood the test of time, Hoover is a household name. The company has been in the industry for more than a hundred years and was among the pioneers who developed many of the technologies used in today's vacuum cleaners. Things have changed a lot, of course, and other companies that also make great vacuums have come up. However, there's that unique aspect of Hoover vacuums that makes many customers stick to buying only Hoover. The versatility you get with their cleaning machines from this manufacturer is in some ways unmatched. The cleaning efficiency, too, that allows the vacuums to suit different cleaning … [Read more...]

I'm back, this time to bring you a detailed review of the Blizzard CX1 series of vacuums from Miele. This line of products is made for people who want a Miele, but also prefer a bagless. I think most millennials  fit this description. Miele has been in the market producing both home and commercial appliances that have proven to be of superior performance and quality. A notable feature of their vacuums, and which I find appealing, is the exceptional durability and specialized cleaning ability. With a Miele vacuum cleaner, you can change the head to match the requirements of the surface being cleaned. The Blizzard CX1, for instance, is made to … [Read more...]

Exactly 2 years ago, I was reviewing the Bissell CrossWave All-in-One 1785 and was thinking things couldn't go any better. However, I recently saw the new Pet Pro version and I knew I had to check out this hybrid cleaner and see if it's worth the upgrade. As promised, we will take a look today at a unit that both vacuums and mops, the Bissell CrossWave Pet Pro. This highly versatile machine has a lot to offer, and I couldn't help but bring you a detailed review of its features so you can find out how well it fits your needs. Just before starting the research and tests, I was thinking that what should be different from its older brother is … [Read more...]