bigdrunk92037

Gave the Verve a whirl. Happy with the unit but the bare floor tool leaves a little to be desired. After coming from the WindTunnel 3755, I was at first concerned that the Verve did not clean the carpet well. This perception comes from the noise and violence that came from the Hoover as it cleaned. My concerns are unwarranted. The Verve cleans carpet great, and does not exhaust dust like the Hoover did. The Hoover always got my alergies going, the Verve certainly does not!! Saving $500 by not going with the German unit will give me extra $$ towards the other German contraption I have been saving for (a BMW).

I picked up a Verve today. I plan on not unboxing the unit for a day or two to see if I have any second thoughts. I typically like to buy the highest end stuff. When I don't buy the highest end I often times wish I did. I will see in a few days..... But hey, its only a vacuum, I am sure the Verve will serve me well.

Thanks. I appreciate you saving me $500!

Thanks much for the feedback.  There is a great shop run by nice folks near my home who carry both brands and I intend to purchase from them.  (not worth to go the internet route to save on sales tax).   I am curious about one thing though, in your best estimation, if the Calisto were to be rated a 10 out of 10 in its filtering ability, what would you rate the Verve?

I get wrapped around the axel when it comes to making decisions involving this much $$.   My Hoover 3755 has finally pooped the sheets and I am looking for a high quality, durable replacement.     I have a fair amount of medium shag carpets, a dog who sheds a lot, lots of wood and travertine floors.

I really want the Calisto, but REALLY, REALLY don't want to spend $1k after tax on a vacuum.   I have the opportunity to pick up a Simplicity Verve for under $500 brand new, which places it very close to the price of the Titan (close enough to where the price difference is no issue).   How does the filtration compare between the 3?   I like the idea of having the larger power head which makes me lean towards either the Verve or the Calisto.  The Verve also comes with a very comprehensive set of tools.   If I REALLY have to, I will pony up for the Calisto if people here think it is worth it, or is the price I can get the Verve for a no-brainer and something I should do?   Or the Titan?   Help.