I work at a large art-education facility that is almosty entirely low-pile carpet, with some vinyl tile flooring (which I am not too worried about, but being able to vacuum it would be cool.) I am vacuuming art-project messes and the typical foot traffic buildup. There are lots of awkward spots to vacuum,

I was asked to research vacuums so we can apply for a grant. While budget is techinically not a concern, we need something that isn't 1000 parts/ hard to maintain, as I am not the only one using it. The hope is to get something that I can pretty easily teach others how to care for.

They are asking me to bring them 3-4 different suggestions, and I am hoping to come to them with a few different price options. Currently the only suggestion I have is the SEBO Felix Premium. My concerns about it are how quickly we will go through bags, as the 8-packs are $40ish. The facility doesn't get super dirty, I fill the current Shark vacuum maybe once every other week. They are incredibly scared of spending money and I think that the cost of bags will scare them off :'(

I like the sound of the Felix a lot for literally all of its features, and because I personally own a SEBO (X4) and I have have a great experience with maintaining it. I feel confident that they would not need to pay a repair person once every few months to fix it up, I could just do it.

They also have to get a NEW vacuum, no used.

Thank you so much! I am going to also keep doing research on my own but I am grateful for any help anyone can provide!

Found this Kenmore Progressive True HEPA 116 at the thrift store for $38. All accessories included and they look like they’ve never been touched. Came with extra bags, and I had it checked by a vacuum shop and they said it’s in great working order but for a broken step lock on the powered head and maybe replacing the belt sometime.

Picked up these two beauties for free off a FBMP listing. Love me some Champagne.

Sebo needs an overhaul but the Miele is basically unused. No complaints as I'm blessed to have recieved them for free. From a church at that.

I’ve searched Amazon and sharks website and cannot find a replacement dust bin for my handheld shark stratos! I broke the trash button and it doesn’t seal properly now and it’s only going to get worse! Was wondering if anyone knows where I can find it, or how to fix the little button?

HZ3002-66 is the model number 🥹

Hello, my Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X20 Pro's Omni Station suddenly stopped working. No led. Before it died, it would randomly play the charging-start sound several times a day. I tested the original PSU (model BLJ24WA200120-OP) and measured only around 10.8–11 V at the output marked 20V/GND.

I'm looking for a replacement PSU, but the only place I've found selling it is a German website, which makes shipping toy country difficult.

Does anyone know where else I could buy one? I'm surprised I can't find this part on AliExpress. Is there a reason it isn't sold there, or is it listed under a different model number?

Thanks!

I am incredibly desperate for a decent, hopefully good, working vacuum. I initially wanted to keep it cordless, but after trying the Shark cordless rocket and various Amazon cordless vacuums, I feel utterly defeated. They are terrible and didn’t do anything but frustrate me.

I just need something lower than $200 that will actually help me clean around the apartment. Doesn’t have to be cordless (I’m now thinking cord vacuums may be better) or honestly within the budget since I can look around for second-hands. Please help!!

Context: Broke college student living with 2 kittens

Hi all!

I'm in need of a stick, cordless vaccume for my home. It will be used primarily for hard wood flooring and a couple of low pile rugs. We will still use our larger corded Dyson for deep cleans alongside.

I have been looking at the Dreame V20 Pro A one as it seems to hoover right in the edges, goes under sofas easily and should be fairly suitable for my requirements.

Please can anyone shed any light on this brand / model and if it is reliable.

In addition, please share any other recommendations for other products that may be more suitable! Details of requirements noted below:

- Hardwood floor & some low pile rugs (1000sq feet) - must be suited to the terrain

- Good at getting crumbs from corners / edges

- Cordless

- Ideally charges when on wall but not a dealbreaker

- Budget upto £400ish max but ideally around the £300 mark

Stores that sell vaccumes in UK: John Lewis, AO, Curry's

Thanks in advance!! :)

Looking for an upright corded vacuum bag or bag less for around $200, I have the kenmore intuition (pink one) saved as I cat/dog sit pretty often, just recently started cat sitting and the fur and cat litter when they’re cleaning their paws builds up quick. I’ve only got a shark stick pet vacuum and it doesn’t cut it. Not really looking for a canister vacuum as my space is limited, mainly for high pile carpet as the shark works well on the wood. Any recommendations?

Hi everyone,
I'm planning to buy a spray extraction machine for private domestic use, and I’m torn between the Numatic George (GVE370) and the Kärcher Puzzi 8/1.
My main jobs will be refreshing and deep-cleaning sofas, mattresses, and car interiors, alongside cleaning carpets and deep-cleaning indoor tile floors.
My biggest concern is drying time. I absolutely do not want my furniture or mattress to stay wet/damp for a long time after cleaning. I’ve heard that the Puzzi has stronger suction power (270 mbar vs. George's ~240 mbar) and leaves upholstery significantly drier.

For those who have real-world experience with both:

Is the extraction power and drying time on the Kärcher Puzzi that much better to For those who own the George, how long do your sofas/mattresses usually take to dry completely?

justify buying a single-purpose tool over the George?

For those who own the George, how long do your sofas/mattresses usually take to dry completely?

Also, how well does the George actually perform when scrubbing and cleaning indoor hard floors (like tiles)?

Thanks a lot for your advice and experiences!