rockexrolloh's Full Review: Eureka 431A Optima Bagless Upright Vacuum
My mom kept mentioning getting a new vacuum cleaner last Christmas. I would've loved to buy a Dyson but I don't have $400 to spend on a vacuum cleaner. After searching the net I heard the Optima was just as good as a Dyson. So, I gave it a try.
When I first got it home and saw how little and how light it was, I was kind of skeptical. My mom laughed at me when she saw the size and color. I guess she thought since it looked different, it wouldn't work as well. But as soon as I turned it on we both fell in love with it. I had just vacuumed the carpet hours before with our old vacuum cleaner. So, I was very surprised to see all of the dust and hair that the Optima picked up.
It does require some assembly but I'm sure an 8 year old could put it together. It's so easy.
I really love how the Optima is put together. It has a unique loop handle that you can adjust. I find this extremely helpful since I'm 5'11. It makes vacuuming more comfortable, so I'm not slouching over. It also has a sparkly green color, which I think is hip and trendy. But then again I'm only 17, so what do I know? The Optima also has two suction settings; with the brush roller or without. That definitely comes in handy so I can use it on vinyl flooring without the brush roller on. There are also hose and floor settings, so it knows when you're specifically using the hose. Great idea!
As for suction, it's INCREDIBLE! The Optima only has two wheels and the suction is so powerful that it can sometimes be hard to push. But after a couple uses, it gets easier. We have two cats that shed an awful lot. This little guy picks up every bit of hair. It's amazing. I've picked up all kinds of stuff, even cereal. And you don't have to constantly go over one spot. It picks everything up the first time.
This was my first time using a bagless vacuum. The canister doesn't hold a whole lot but I'm probably just too lazy to empty it. Sometimes it's hard to get all the dust out of the bottom but I just rinse it in the sink. The filter also get's all kinds of stuff in it that I have to pick out. I will warn you though, make sure you empty the canister after every use/every other use. I made the mistake of not emptying it and it overheated. Luckily, the Optima will automatically shut off the motor for 30 minutes to cool down.
I've heard a lot of people mention the noise the Optima makes. I have no idea what these people are talking about. I find that it makes the same amount of noise any other vacuum makes. It's a vacuum, it's going to make some noise.
I would definitely recommend this vacuum to anyone. Don't be fooled by the price or the color. This little guy works wonders!!
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