Eureka R8852A Capture Plus HEPA Pet Lover Bagless Vacuum (Refurbished)

I have gone through about 4 vacuums in the last few years and nothing works like this one. I was having problems with cat hair. After I would vacuum, then I would have to go over the area with a lint brush. It would take me hours to do one room. I was so tired of it that I finally decided to get a new one that was recommended for pets. I did read through the reviews and saw where this vacuum is heavier than others. I liked that due to my carpets being so plush I was having a really hard time getting them clean. It is a heavier machine. However, if you are looking for one that can clean; its well worth the weight. Its easy to put together, only 4 screws and directions are simple. I like the cord being long and the hose is also long so if you want to get a corner or under a table its easy with the longer hose. The best part, when you have animal hair and its long it will usually roll along the carpet and your vacuum never picks it up. This machine has a pet brush. I just pulled that puppy out and slapped it on the end of the hose and Poof! the cat hair was gone. It does such a great job at vacuuming you fell good when you get through. It actually smells cleaner. This machine is perfect for my needs. I can't wait to tackle my car. I have not been able to get the dog hair off the back seat but with the special pet brush; I think it will come up in a snap. Another great feature, no bags! You just unlatch the canister and dump. I was going through a bag a week and now, its money saved. The filters are also easy to clean and you don't have to replace them. Just pop them out and rinse. I really love this vacuum and it fits my needs so Im very pleased with it. If you have a bad back or are use to a smaller, light weight machine, dont get this one. It does have the weight behind it to get the job done.

We have two cats so I wanted something designed specifically for pet hair. We have about 2/3 tile and 1/3 carpet in our house, so working on different flooring was a major influence in our purchase. It is also very dusty here in west Texas so dirt pick up and HEPA filtration was a consideration too. This vacuum worked great at first. We were so happy with our purchase. Immediately I noticed that it worked better on carpet than the tile. However, the performance on the tile was better than vaccums past...So I was ok with it. In the first couple of months the handle (which also holds the cord when wrapped up) broke. The first 2 times or so I cleaned out the filters the vacuum seemed to work just ok afterward. The 'performance' light came on within 18 months and I took that as a clue to purchase new filters.... which I did.. and installed them. Even after all brand new filters, the 'performance' light is still on. I do like the design and concept...and ease of operations. Empyting out the little canister gives a great perspective of how dirty your house really is and how much the vacuum is picking up... But it was difficult at times to get all of the dirt out. The suction has severly diminished... It's just another product of obsolesent marketing I guess...

Its got all the bells ans whistles and really does a great job, wow does it suck up a lot of dust and dirt! A little heavy so watch your toes! Just received it.. so far so good. Bagless too which is nice.

It reall y does get everything out of your rug...Have had a problem with it plugging up the second week I got it but I cleaned it out and it ran fine. The belt broke this week so hopefully i can find the right belt .