Want to buy a good vacuum - suggestions ??

rmamila on 12/10/2013 - 21:12

I have a kogan no-suction-loss vacuum bought recently which makes myself and wife very angry and frustrated when vacuuming. It turns off every 5 minutes after 3 months of use. Properly cleaned dust container and air filter doesn't help. It's too heavy and noisy too.

I am looking for a reasonable vacuum which is not too expensive like Dyson models. I thought of this model "Shark Rotator Lift-Away Professional 3-in-1 Vacuum - Model NV502". This is $260 in US Amazon with free shipping. How can we buy this around 300 in here??

Any tips to buy this or any other suggestions please ??

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Comments

  • mskeggs on 12/10/2013 - 22:29
    +1

    If you are looking to spend upward of $300 anyway, I would suggest get a Dyson.
    Yes, they are over-priced, but they are a good quality device that operates very well.
    I don't know what you paid for the Kogan, but that plus the price of a Shark Rotator must be getting close to a Dyson cost.

  • ezz88 on 13/10/2013 - 00:52

    Managed to score a Dyson dc32 animal pro for $430 landed from amazon.it very happy with it and only required an adaptor to work in oz. worth a look as it worked for me.

  • aocal on 13/10/2013 - 08:26

    I've purchased many vacuum cleaners over the years but when I bought my dyson, couldn't believe how much dirt it got out of my carpet. Dyson's have come down a bit in price recently and I think it is worth the extra money.

  • boab88 on 13/10/2013 - 08:43
    +1

    Go Dyson, They're worth the extra money as you don't replace them as often and they do the job allot better

  • Aids on 13/10/2013 - 11:03
    +1

    I bit the bullet and bought a dyson recently. Won't ever go back, if I ever have to buy another one that is.

  • cinnamon85 on 13/10/2013 - 11:29

    What model dyson does everyone have? Has anyone tried the new DC54 animal or allergy? Apparently you never have to clean the filters so there is no maintenance

  • zenzeninbox on 13/10/2013 - 11:52

    I have a 6year old dyson upright and a relative recently bought a shark rotator which is the new model. The shark suction is about the same but it has a big box of gimmicky accessories and doesn't feel as robust as the dyson.

    Our dyson feels like it will last 10-15 years but who knows the motor might burn out tomorrow.

    Also ours is a hepa filter I think this might drop the suction a bit compared to the non-hepa models; but the house smells fresh after vacuuming. I think the barrel models have 3 stages of cyclonic funnels and "might" give more suction than upright models; try out a few and see which one you like.

    Basically when this one dies we will be getting another dyson though I might consider a Miele.

  • tonester on 13/10/2013 - 16:56

    dysons are not necessarily the best :)
    http://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/119261#comment-1633003

  • Austin316 on 13/10/2013 - 23:59

    I got the shark navigator nv350 (old model) with a free steam mop from tvshop last month. Great vacuum. Works really well on carpets and good suction overall. I would recommend this if u would like a vacuum nit over $300.

    • rmamila on 14/10/2013 - 11:49

      Looks like Shark NV502 is a newer model and Amazon sells it for $260 including delivery to Australia.

      • Austin316 on 16/10/2013 - 10:28
        +1

        Beware. You may need an additional step up transformer to conevert 110V (US) to 240V.

        • rmamila on 16/10/2013 - 15:47

          Good point. I totally forgot to check that. Thanks for reminding.

  • rmamila on 14/10/2013 - 11:53

    I used to have an upright HEPA vacuum which I was really happy with it. That was in US and the bags were dirty cheap. It's bit expensive in here to replace bags, otherwise I love to have it because it's less hassle in cleaning the dust container with bagged one.
    ALDI one is cheap but the bags cost $10 for 3. With 2 kids messing the house and dropping stuff all over, we have to vac almost every other day and bags could cost a lot in long run. :(

  • Folly on 14/10/2013 - 14:05

    I can't recommend a bagged Miele highly enough. About half the price of a dyson, as much (probably more - subjective opinion) suction as a dyson and no messy emptying of the container.

    Not a comment against a Dyson, so much as an endorsement of Miele.

  • GunnerMcDagget on 15/10/2013 - 09:26

    Dyson's are great. If you're looking for something cheaper but still great the Vorticity is excellent for the price when it's on sale. Just have to wait for a sale.

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