Vacuum Cleaners Discussions

Went to 3 local dealers and came up with 4 different models to choose from.  A little expert guidance here would be appreciated because all are quite an investment for a Vacuum, but I am tired of replacing every 2-3 years.  I am also tired of the Vacuum smelling like my dog after 6 months of use.  Only interested in cannister and bagged.

Models considering are: Simplicity/Riccar Cinch/Charisma 399  Snap/Pizazz 599.  Meile Titan 599 or Libra floor model 699.  Finally also there is an Electrolux Ultrasilencer deluxe model # 7066a that is marked 100 off and is now 599.

Thanks in advance for your help

Mike_W wrote:
But can't you buy a upgradeable filter for the cheaper Riccar & Simplicity to match top models?

Where do you get service if the dealer goes out of business? Is it a company programor the dealer? Aerus has the bestwarranty I know of.

                                                                              Procare

I would get service from the dealer!!!

DanM wrote:

Have the dealer pick up thru the powerhead , 3 quarters, 2 dimes and 1 nickle.If the machine is still working properly then pay him the sticker price..

By have him doing this will show you what the machine is really made of.

Riccar/Miele  two the same.............

regards

MOLE

Purchased the Meile today.  I am glad that I got to test them head to head.  Paid $699 for the Meile and could have had the Riccar for $399 (on sale).  There is absolutely no comparison between the two.  The Riccar is closer to a Kenmore (build quality), while the Meile is built to last.  Thanks for your help, but there is no substitute for actually trying them out head to head.

DanM wrote:
Well I'm pleased you chose either. Dont forget you can upgrade your filter with Miele and there are tons of great additional accessories you can buy.

DanM wrote:
Congrats on  you  new purchase.  Like I said in an earlier post, "You have listed some very good choices, for your future investment, in the Riccar/Simplicity and Miele.  I will have to disagree w/you re:comparing the Riccar to a Kenmore.  I would ask you to lift each and get a feel for them.  Take the two power nozzles and compare them.  Take the deluxe Riccar/Simplicity power nozzles and compare them to the Kenmore power nozzle.  feel the bristles.  I have to wonder if you are looking at the Riccar Pizzaz, because I cannot believe that this woman would sell the Midsize Riccar for less than the Pizzaz.  The Pizzaz is not like the Charisma.


Remember what I always say, "Take care of your vacuum, then your vacuum will take care of you"

Mike_W wrote:

I am sorry Mike it was the Riccar Pristine for $499 and the Charisma for $399 (No Pizazz in the mix).  I will tell you that the Miele is in a different class than both and that actually the Electrolux Ultra Silencer Deluxe 7066A was better buy than any Riccar with similar goodies as the Miele Capricorn and better plastic tnan the Riccars.

Get a Eureka Mighty Mite & pair it with a Turbocat Powerhead; you'll have the best deal ever.