screw this
This is a vaccuum made in China that I got for over 120$. The first steps for the quick assembly is to attach the handle to the vaccuum with a screw that is supposed to be taped to the handle in the box. There was no screw with the model I received, therefore, the vaccuum was inoperable. After calling Hoover's customer assistance, who's number is on the front page of the assembly booklet, and after waiting on hold for 10 minutes, I was told I could get the replacement screw in 7-10 business days. That is not nearly good enough for a 120$ piece of equipment. I'm returning it for a brand that has better quality control and customer service. If the entire operation of the vaccuum relies on one screw, and that screw isn't supplied, then there is no telling what else missed the quality control for the rest of the vaccuum.

Best Vacuum Ever!!!!!!!!!!!
This is by far the best vacuum I have ever had. When I used it the first time it looked like I had cleaned my carpets professionaly.I have pets & 3 teenage boys, and this vacuum can keep up with all of it!!!The attachments are great and I love the cord retracter. I just bought a Bissell for the upstairs for about the same price and it doesn't even come close to the performace of the Hoover. Don't even bother looking around, because you will not find a better vacuum for the money or otherwise!!!!

Fantastic Vacuum!
Does a great job cleaning both carpets and hard floors. Love the retractable cord. Wish it had come with a brush-type attachment for the hose.

One of the best vacs i've ever owned! And i've owned many.
Over the years, i've owned many vacs from Electrolux to Fantom to Sears to Eureka to Oreck to Dyson. This Hoover has great suction and allows you to manually set carpet level. It tracks very well and has only gone through one belt in the year that i've had it (usually takes only 10 minutes to replace). Emptying the dirt is very easy with the bottom emptying canister. The auto cord retraction is a great feature as well, and comes in very handy. If I had to nitpick, I would have wished you could turn the brushes off so it could work well in hard floors or tile. It works OK, but sometimes the brushes rolling will throw small debris around. Which is why I also have a smaller Eureka 'Optima' for hard floors. All in all, Hoover has done their homework with this bagless vac, and it shows.

I love it!!!
I love this vacuum it's the best I have ever owned. I too read all the reviews and this is the one I picked I am very happy with the vacuum, if you are the type that likes to use your vacuum for dusting then this is it! It also is great on both floors with no carpet and those with, it is very powerful and I love the retractable cord! Just push the button and its all coiled up in second I would recommended this one to everyone!

The Legacy Lives Onc
My son needed a vacuum and I decided to treat myself to a new Windtunnel and gift him with the old one. In 10 years the changes are subtle but welcomed. The cord is longer, softer and easier to wind, there are less crevices on the vacuum body to capture dirt, the machine is quieter but the same power that made me a fan of Hoover Windtunnel is still there. I am so glad I bought another Hoover.

Another wonderful Hoover!
This is my 4th Hoover in 29 years. Each one gets better than the last. I use my vacuum at least every other day so it is used very hard. The self propelled is the only way to go for me. It makes cleaning a breeze! The edge cleaning is great as it is on both sides instead of just one. The "pet tool" is the absolute best for cleaning upholstery and steps. I have a dog and have to do it at least once a week.

Hoover is a name I always trust.

GREAT MACHINE!
What can I say? The machine arrived well within the specified time. I took it out of the box, put the handle on it, and plugged it in. Every thing is doing a great job, plenty of suction, and the self propelled part is a blessing.

ditto.... Great Machine... Only One Concern
Just like a previous review I received an open box, though mine contained a defective unit. It took me 5 minutes online to notified Amazon, who promptly cross shipped another (unopened) unit which I received in 2 days. The new unit works great and like so many others who have posted, not having the mess of a bag-less unit is great. Would defiantly recommend. Thank You Amazon for the swift response.

The Lawnmower of vacuums
This vacuum replaced the Oreck XL and the other expensive Riccar. All at 0.00 I dont understand the reviews "Great for the price" this vacuum rocks I Love it!
We have 5 children two dogs and 2700 square feet of carpet. Nobody mentioned that it has the best edge pickup of any other vac I've used and it dosent matter which side! Unlike the other brands that only give you one side for baseboards etc..this ones laid out correctly so either side will pick up nice and close to the edge thats a big plus.I mow through small toys, hair tie thingys, Dog hair "Fine yellow labrador kind" and this dude keeps suckin away
pickin up everything in its path.

Yes its heavy the oreck is nice and light, But this things self propelled and does twice the deep cleaning. Ok 14 stairs, I hate doing the stairs no easy way but the beater brush tool and nicely made hose make it bearable.

All in All it would have got a 5 star except for the weight, Then it would have probably felt cheap if it was all lightweight plastic and got 4 for that...humm...
This is a real world vacuum that wont cost a weeks pay and does a job above expectations
no fancy euro name but heck I'll use that extra money for something else. Oh yeah 3 year warranty too. I Kinda think that if people paid MORE for it they would give it a better review.

Seeing Is Believing!
That's the old saying,but it rings true here. I was simply amazed at how much dirt this vac pulls up out of a clean carpet,let alone a dirty one. A fantastic vac that beats anything costing 0's more. A true great value for the price. Extra nice feature is a long,I mean long cord that retracts at the push of a button! Almost makes vacuuming fun! I know that sounds crazy,but.......I'll let you decide..

Was great (for a month)
Loved this vacuum for about a month. Did wonders with cat hair. Was quiet, easy to maneuver. But after a month, the belt snapped. I really expected more. And you would think they would put an extra one in the box . . . but I just ordered two from the manufacturers website (about each, plus .50 for shipping). I figure that will get me through the rest of the winter!

Absolutely the greatest little vacuum!
Did a lot of research before buying this vacuum and have not been disappointed! It is just the greatest! I have 4 cats, and it does a terrific job in picking up kitty fur and scattered litter! It is lightweight and easy to use. The retracting cord is so handy. Actually bought two of these. Started out with one for my daughter for her new apartment. After using it, she said her rugs looked like new! So I bought one for myself. If you are looking for an inexpensive yet powerful vacuum, buy this one. I guarantee you won't be disappointed! An extra note. Since it is so easy to use and not a bit cumbersome, I find that I vacuum more often. That is a big plus!

Eureka 4236AZ
I'm very pleased with this vacuum it picks up everything it's amazing how much more it picks up than my last vacuum. It picks up the fine thin dog hair with no problems. It is easy to clean be sure to have it far enough down a garbage bag so the dust doesn't fly. I love the retractable power cord! I agree with other reviews that it could have come a bit more assembled but just follow the directions it's very easy to put together. Eureka 4236AZ Comfort Clean Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner

What a pain
Unless you like the idea of taking your vacuum apart each and EVERY time you use it and having to wash out the entire vacuum, this machine is not for you. As noted in another review, you have to change the filter at least every 2 months even though the manual says only every 6 months. There's no way to really clean the filter out, and even when you try, it takes DAYS for it to dry well enough to put back into the machine. So then you have your vacuum parts laying out around the house. When you take the filter out to clean it, you have to bang it and shake it to get the first 80 layers of dirt off, so expect to have a big mess of dirt and mess to clean up out of your sink, kitchen counters and floor. This design is a disaster. When I clean house, the last thing I want when I'm done is yet ANOTHER cleaning job to do!! Bags are so much easier, faster, and cheaper.

What a difference
I just thought I was vacuuming for the last 30 years. I was shocked at how much more this Dyson will pick up. It really is amazing. I will never purchase anything but a Dyson in the future. This is one product that is well worth the difference.

Expensive, but worth it!
I have been through about three to four under 50$ vaccuums a year, due to my two "german shedders". I have to admit, just got this remanufactored Dyson today, but it is fantastic. Picked almost half a trash bag of dirt and dog hair today. People complain about the powerful suction, but that's what Dyson is made for! I found no problems, unless you use it on a VERY recently installed carpet or a rug. I will update if it craps out on me, like so many others (: but all in all, I am very pleased. Also, it has picked up FAR more, than any other vac I have ever had, and is much easier to use.

Great Product!
"I'm so glad I bought this vacuum! I wouldn't be able to tell that it was refurbushed if I didn't know better. It's kind of gross but seeing how much dirt gets picked up makes vacuuming fun! It's not a light vacuum but I expected it to be much heavier after reading the reviews. Seriously it's awesome and I wish I would have bought one much sooner."

I completely agree with this review! I feel gross knowing I was living in what I picked up with this vacuum. Great Buy!

Great vac
always dreamed of owning a Dyson vacuum.. at this price I would have bought one much sooner!

The Search is Over!
When our Roomba finally thew in the white flag after we brought home Shelby the shedding German Shepherd, we have been researching vacuums for months. We knew Dyson would likely be the only way to keep up with the hair but originally thought it was out of our price range. Until we found the remanufactured model! True to Amazon form it was delivered quickly in original manufacturer packaging and has been a Godsend ever since. We had forgotten what color our rugs were (blue! They are blue!) and thought our beige carpet had long ago turned gray. My husband and I now argue over who gets to vacuum because it is no longer a fight to get the floors clean. It even works well on our slate and hardwood. There are cheaper places to get the Remanufactured Dysons but Amazon works directly with the factory so you can't go wrong. If there are any differences to the 'new' model you'd be hard pressed to find them. Definitely a life-saver for pet owners!

Definitely not a Dyson
I bought this vacuum after reading mixed reviews. To say it's heavy is an understatement. It's extremely heavy. My Dyson (which I've had for years) I can lift by the handle and by the canister which also has a handle on it. Trying to lift the Bissell to get it up stairs or over the bottom rail of the kiddie gates which lays on the floor is impossible. The canister will come off immediately in my hand if I try to use it's handle along with the main handle. That means you can only lift it my the main handle (the thing you hold to push it) and now that keeps coming off in my hand too. I've also found it doesn't pick up very well on vinyl or laminate floors, especially the little chunks of kibble my bird throws on the floor. My dyson is much better at that. This vacuum is great on carpets though. Picks up the pile and crumbs and just about everything.
I wish I had saved my money and gotten a second dyson.

Sorry I bought it
They call this the "Healthy Home" vacuum. Ironically, I end up breathing in more dust with this thing than a bagged vacuum. The canister is very difficult to empty without reaching your hand up into it and pulling the dirt and debris out, and in the meantime, inhaling UNHEALTHY dust particles. I've found it's an exercise in breath holding, seeing if I can pull out all the gunk on one breath of air. Second, the latch on the bottom of the canister broke, so the whole lid comes off every time I empty it; it takes me about 3 minutes each emptying to get it realigned and back on. Third, the handle keeps getting misaligned, so that the vacuum turns off and I have to push the handle back together to get it to work. This happens 2-3 times every time I use it. Third, the on/off switch is placed in a position such that it gets easily bumped and will shut off. Fourth, it is top-heavy, so when I am using the attachment hose, the whole thing falls over on me-very annoying, and painful. Fifth, you have to buy a very expensive filter every year or so (and I thought I would be saving money on vacuum bags!). I would NOT buy this vacuum again! I will say that it does have powerful suction, but the suction it gets does not make up for all the hassles. So, this vacuum really SUCKS!

Great Suction, Bad durability
I owned this vacuum for 2 years before the motor broke down on me. I was really upset because up until this time it had incredible suction, though it ought to weighing in at 26 lbs! I would not recommend this to people who have a 2 story house cause it's terrible carrying up and down stairs. It was a great vacuum, but for 300$ I would have expected it to last longer. I bought a refurbished Hoover windtunnel from Big Lots for and I feel like I am getting the same clean. I would definitely rethink my purchase if I could do it all over again.

Big Disappointment
I bought this vacuum probably 2 years ago. I paid nearly 0 but I was very happy...AT FIRST. For the first year things were good. My complaints were that it was quite heavy and often tipped over (usually hitting me in the back) when I used the attachments. The canister was also a little messy to empty. But it really did a great job cleaning. And then it started to fall apart. First the brush seized up & would not rotate. It has some kind of internal belt, that cannot be changed like the standard vacs. I had to pay to buy a new brush and spend hours taking the thing apart and putting it all back together. A month later the self propel feature stopped working. Not the end of the world. But then the canister started falling apart piece by piece. And now the think is ducked taped and bungee strapped together while I shop for my next vac. The only thing I can guarantee is that I wont be purchasing another Bissell product.

Good when it is not broken.
This did great job while it worked. Suction was good, and it cleaned well, but the canister design was terrible. Had to really work to empty it. As far as malfunctions, First we had to replace the handle because the on off button wasnt working. Next the hose ripped and we were sent a replacement. Finally the brush started making funny sounds and smelling really bad, was told by Bissell that we would need to take it to an authorized dealer. We were not too into travelling far distances to make this happen so we just bought a Dyson.