$50 Vs $75 Vs $99 Vacuum Cleaner from KMART

gimli on 01/04/2017 - 15:10
Last edited 01/04/2017 - 16:26

Hi ozbers,

Wondering if you have any experience with the k-mart vacuums. My mine has become a bit too dusty and needs a bit of a clean.

There are three bagless vacuums which look similar
http://www.kmart.com.au/category/home-&-entertainment/home-b…

The reason I'm going with Kmart is that it is sub $100 and can be returned if doesn't work.

I guess one approach would be to start with $49 and work my way upto the $99

Curious to know if anyone has tried these vacuum cleaners.

Thanks
Gimli son of gloin.

EDIT: I should clarify i have hard floors. So don't need super strong suction or motorised-head/dust magnet technology.

Poll Options

  • 1
    $49
  • 0
    $75
  • 5
    $99
  • 8
    Other sub $100
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Comments

  • Cheap Charlie on 01/04/2017 - 16:01
    +20

    Realistically, all those vacuum cleaners suck

    • gimli on 01/04/2017 - 16:36
      +2

      lol can't post about vacuum cleaners without someone saying that.

  • [Deactivated] on 01/04/2017 - 16:06

    worked great but didn't last long

    • gimli on 01/04/2017 - 16:21

      which one?

    • [Deactivated] on 01/04/2017 - 18:07

      $49

  • nobarginsarehere on 01/04/2017 - 16:12
    +2

    When it comes to Vacuums, either buy cheap or spend up on a Dyson

    Anything middle range will suck just as much as a cheapie

    • BensonP on 01/04/2017 - 16:13
      +10

      Yeah nah, don't get a Dyson.

      A Miele bagged vacuum is the heavyweight when it comes to vacuums.

      • gimli on 01/04/2017 - 16:20

        i'm actually looking for something light and easy to manoeuvre.

        • BensonP on 01/04/2017 - 16:24
          +1

          To be honest, a decent vacuum isn't going weigh that much more than a cheap one.

          I have a Miele S8310 and have no trouble manoeuvring it. I'd seriously consider spending a few hundred more on a vacuum that does a proper job. I spent $350 and would do so every time.

          Chores are bad enough. I'd rather spend a bit more to make chores easier and performed better.

        • gimli on 01/04/2017 - 16:28

          @BensonP:
          currently using a $100 volta but broke the filter after about 5+ years use.
          So if its better or equal to the one i'm using i'm happy. But i get what you mean with making chores easy. But if it sucks and not to bulky i gather most vacuums will be the same. My understanding is the more expensive dysons etc. don't have filters which will clog up/need washing.

      • nobarginsarehere on 01/04/2017 - 19:33

        Dysons are awesome

        (profanity) bags

      • Piranha2004 on 03/04/2017 - 14:34

        This 100%. I originally had a Piranha $100 vacuum from Kmart. Fell apart and lost suction within a year. Bought a Miele bagged vacuum. Ive only changed the bag once in 8 months of ownership and its super light weight to manoeuvre. Well worth the extra money.

  • BensonP on 01/04/2017 - 16:23

    Edit: Double post

    • gimli on 01/04/2017 - 16:36

      haha atleast it wasn't triple

  • altomic on 01/04/2017 - 16:33

    my current vacuum is a bagless kmart one. bought 5 years ago. it's been great. it replaced a previous Kmart one that died within 8 months, which in turn had replaced an Aldi vacuum that died after 3 months.

    the current one was about $120. previous one was $99, aldi one was $79. (i got refunds back on all the previous dead ones)

    every couple of "emptyings" I take out the filter and give it a good have a dozen whacks against the fence pot to clean out the built up dust.

    • gimli on 01/04/2017 - 16:34

      does it have a single brush head?
      and do you use it on carpet/hardfloor

      • altomic on 01/04/2017 - 16:36

        it's got a head that flips out brushy bits. we have hard wood floors with a few rugs. it's been totally good.

        • gimli on 01/04/2017 - 16:37

          ok i think thats essentially the same as what they have in kmart now.

  • [Deactivated] on 01/04/2017 - 16:34

    Only the wattage changes with price
    Cheap one should do the job based on your floors
    If you get a year out of it then throw it out you're still in front compared to a dyson upfront purchase

    • gimli on 01/04/2017 - 16:35

      with my experience if it dies within a year kmart will replace.

      that is the question is an extra 200w worth $25

      • [Deactivated] on 01/04/2017 - 16:39

        I would go midrange
        The cyclonic one seems to be the pick of the bunch

  • [Deactivated] on 01/04/2017 - 18:09
    +1

    I got an industrial Ozito Wet/Dry Vacuum from Bunnings for $29 on sale. Its amazing.

    • Riczter on 01/04/2017 - 18:32
      +1

      Me too, using it on tile floors, very easy. Only minor concern is were the flexible hose meets the hard straight length of hose, feels like it will split eventually… But otherwise very handy unit

    • gimli on 01/04/2017 - 18:42

      is it gentle enough to use on floor boards?
      how heavy is it?
      i am a weakling and cannot afford gym membership…

      • [Deactivated] on 01/04/2017 - 18:45

        It's fine on floorboards and carpets. It sucks up spills too. It is pretty heavy duty, I used one when I was renovating, sucking up literally tonnes of dust and rubble. Took a good 9 months of abuse to die.

        • gimli on 01/04/2017 - 18:48

          just google pic. My mate had one one similar. (i think it was different brand). It was a beast of a machine. Heavy. Fine as long as you don't have to carry it much. Unfortunately i live in 2 storeys and am super weak.

        • [Deactivated] on 01/04/2017 - 18:51

          @Gimli: Its not heavy

        • gimli on 01/04/2017 - 18:51

          @Burnertoasty:
          ok i shall check it out.
          thanks

        • Kangal on 03/04/2017 - 11:44

          @Gimli:
          Maybe just get some duct-tape and do couple of layers over the connection between the flexible-to-hard hose (as per Riczter).
          Dyson's are good… but too expensive for what they are.

          You really should look into a ~$400 Miele and buy a shipload of 3rd-party cheap bags.

          Otherwise, how about the Ghostbusters?
          You know those vacuum cleaners you wear like a backpack. It should make it easy to do upstairs/downstairs, I have a friend that swears by it.

          Me… I got that crappy bagless $99 Aldi vacuum cleaner when it went on sale for $20.
          It's served me well for 3 years.
          When it dies, I'm going to get a Miele like everyone has recommended since 2011.

        • [Deactivated] on 03/04/2017 - 11:46
          -1

          @Kangal: Why get a Miele when you can get a Dyson for the same money? I don't understand how any vacuum could work better than a Dyson.

    • naturaldecay on 03/04/2017 - 11:44
      +1

      I second this, if you are referring to the one which is a cylindrical aluminium drum on wheels? I've had it for at least 2 years, the sucking power is great. As an added feature it allows you to blow air by putting the hose on the outlet side, lol. It is reasonably heavy, but it has a stability which makes pulling it about a breeze.

    • ihbh on 20/04/2017 - 12:38

      Hi, what was the capacity of the vacuum, and when was the sale one? Cheers

  • FirstNameLastName on 01/04/2017 - 20:11

    If you go bagged.. Consider checking if cheap generic bags/filters can be bought for that model first.. Like off ebay or maybe aliexpres or something

    • gimli on 01/04/2017 - 21:45

      was thinking about bag but as you say i need to find a model with easily /cheaply obtainable bags.

  • Kennard on 02/04/2017 - 08:17
    +1

    I bought one for $49 5 years ago and it still works fine.

  • spurf on 02/04/2017 - 10:25

    I have an Electrolux Ultrasilencer that I got free with my Fridge 8 years ago and it has been great. Replacement bags are cheap and last for months. The bag has a little flap that you pull to seal it off before you take it out of the machine which stops you getting a face full of dust!

    Beware of the really cheap vacs if you or anyone in your family suffer from allergies, asthma etc. as they have poor filtration of air coming out of the back of the unit. The Electrolux filters through the bag and another one before the motor. It has a HEPA filter and a large foam one after the motor. They are all (except for the bag) washable in water. Saying that, only the pre-motor filter is visibly slightly dusty after months of cleaning.

  • HeWhoKnows on 02/04/2017 - 13:22

    Im an expert on vacuum cleaners. I have tested many and posted many reviews on productreview.com.au
    Best suggestion is to go to Officeworks and grab the Kambrook Captiv G3 for $75.
    These were selling for over $150 and are as good if not better than vacuum cleaners selling for over $300
    Seriously only a Dyson would be better but much more expensive too.
    https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/kambrook-c…

  • gimli on 02/04/2017 - 17:33

    Thanks guys got the $99 vacuum. (others were sold out) Will let you know how it goes!

  • azonki on 02/04/2017 - 18:02
    +2

    Gimli, so many problems with your questions and the answers from fellow OB's!!
    1. Wattage has nothing to do with vacuum performance. It is merely a measure of how much power it will use. The most important thing to look for in a vac is Airflow, not suction or power. Anything under 50 litres/second and you are wasting your time. Better off using a microfibre cloth.
    2. You have spent almost $300 in about 5 years on vacuum cleaners. Plus you have been inconvenienced by not having a working vac at times and then having the expenses involved in returning faulty units. I paid $600 for my Commercial Grade vac over 10 years ago and it is still working as good as the day I bought it. That to me is the bolddefinition of a real bargainbold.
    3. The Dyson argument… How many professional cleaners have you seen using a Dyson? Mmmmm. You are really going to have to look hard.There are 100's of commercial grade vacuum cleaners (maybe an exaggeration) on the market that are used by professional cleaners that cost a lot less than a Dyson. They provide efficient vacuum functions, have quality accessories,are robust, and are designed to last.
    4. What is the problem with weight? A good quality vac will have wheels, be easy to store and will have accessories and hoses and power cords so long that it wouldn't matter if it weighed the same as a small car. You are never going to have to lift it.
    5. Bags or no bags? If you value your health, you will buy a bagged vacuum. Disposal of waste is simple and quick and reduces the risk of accidental exposure to the collected detritus and dead skin. And, believe it or not, copious amounts of tyre dust in an urban environment. And tyre dust contains silica, which is a known carcinogen.
    6. Theory. The Dyson vacuum is not based on "wonderful science". Car air cleaners have used use the same "cyclonic" principle to clean air before it gets into your engine. But they also use a secondary filter to ensure that the air is clean. The Dyson? No.
    7. Look at Commercial vacuums such as Nilfisk, Karcher, Numatic and Tennant. You won't find them at a retail store like K-Mart, OfficeWorks, or similar. But you will not be disappointed

    • Gaz1 on 03/04/2017 - 14:33
      +1

      Interesting - where is the best place to get commercial ones?
      Any deals around?

  • datafellows on 02/04/2017 - 20:59
    +1

    Bought the $49 bagless vacuum to office and it does the job better that I expected.

    When it comes to vacuums I only need it to be bagless and light weight. Got one bagless Panasonic at home sucking strong after 10+ years.

  • Euphemistic on 03/04/2017 - 06:42

    Bit late now, but I was going to add for hard floors get a cordless. You don't need the extra power that a corded will provide, and the Convenience of a cordless

    • gimli on 03/04/2017 - 06:44

      Was thinking cordless but they are expensive. I tend to do the vacuuming in 1 over 50 min so no sure that battery would last.

      • Euphemistic on 03/04/2017 - 10:02

        True, they do cost more for a decent one, but I find that the cordless is great for just doing a few spots when time is available, rather than trying to put 50mins together in a busy household.

  • Oofy Doofy on 03/04/2017 - 12:18

    Bunnings have the Vax Silentium for a little more. Bags are had from bunnings for cheap too. I bought a few of these, they're that good.

  • cannedhams on 03/04/2017 - 12:32

    I have a Miele and a cordless Dyson. The Miele would just about suck the paint off your Wagon. The Dyson by comparison feels like a bit more of a toy, although it is convenient.

    I think that the cyclonic action, while clever and very cool looking, probably results in some energy being expended as compared with the Miele.

  • ilikeradiohead on 03/04/2017 - 12:46

    Too late and more expensive than what you were looking for, but I bought a Dyson V6 for about $350 and it is literally the only vacuum cleaner I have ever used that has done a good job and not lost suction after a short period of time. I think it would be perfect for your situation.

  • berry580 on 03/04/2017 - 14:14

    Buy the $299 Dyson v6 slim from big w or jb. You won't regret it.
    https://www.bigw.com.au/product/dyson-v6-slim-origin/p/WCC10…

  • LustStarrr on 03/04/2017 - 14:33

    My Kogan 2000W bagless cyclonic one's still going strong after nearly 2 years, & last time I checked they were only $70-80.

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