I'm looking for a lightweight vacuum for our carpeted stairs. Is there sufficient suction for that?
394600
Yes,I especially love it for the stairs,I use the small vacuum that detaches.
394601
I think it would work on your stairs. I have two smaller area rugs I use it on and it works well for them.
394602
You can use it on stairs, but the thing you have to remember is that this is a vacuum to remove SURFACE dirt / debris. It doesn't have enough suction power to pull dirt out of the carpet. This is best used on solid surface floors or tight weave carpets. In a pinch you can use it on your stairs, but if you want the carpet to be clean and to last you'll need to use standard vacuum.
394603
Definitely not good for carpeted areas because the brushroll technology creates resistance on carpet and makes the it very hard to move around. And that is based on my personal experience, I bought one and I am returning it.
394604
Works best on smooth floors, i.e. hardwood, tile, etc. I've tried it on carpet and it doesn't move well.
338905
No, not this model but i would say it is very powerful for such a small & inexpensive vacuum. I got it because it was so light weight and was very surprised at what a good job it does on both the bare floor & rug.
1000895
I am very happy with this vacuum cleaner. Picks up well for now. I am a senior citizen who does not have much strength. I don't think you will find any vacuum cleaner or shampooer that is light. Please let me know if you or any does. I struggle to vacuum my carpets and have to hire someone to shampoo them. Good luck
1185376
Its one of the best, lightweight vacs out there-BUT-no good for high carpet. You need a model that has a motorized carpet head/attachment. This one has that type but only spins with suction/ no powered.
1207290
I do not have the manual but I can possibly answer some questions for you. I bought this vacuum a couple of months ago and it has great suction for floors. There are a few extra tools on board the vacuum in a small compartment near the hose attachment. This vacuum is not really made for carpets. The vacuum bags are pretty easy to find, they are also sold on Amazon.
554700
I only use it to vacuum the stairs and car and it has been perfect so far. I love it!
239933
I own a Dyson DC23 and it works extremely well on my carpets. As for tiles and hardwood floors, it doesn't clean them as well as it does on my carpets. I end up using a "Swiffer" Sweeper 2-in-1 mop and broom for the hardwood, and Tersano cloth pads (which fit the Swiffer) for the tiles in my kitchen. This Dyson is decent enough for stairs as it can sit "tilted" between the stairs--you just need to be able to lift it up by the handle one stair at a time.
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I have the full size Dyson (the yellow "original" one) and the Slim one (just bought it today). I don't think it would matter for stairs for vacuuming. I wanted the slim one for carrying up and down the stairs since the other one I have is heavy. The attachments on both are basically the same and basically not very good in my opinion. That is the only downside of the Dyson. So, I'd say go with the Slim as it's easier to carry and the regular size one doesn't have anything different that would help you on the stairs. I love the Dyson though, crummy attachments and all.
1850799
The model that I purchased came with attachments for upholstery cleaning and/or cleaning carpeted stairs. The attachment works pretty well. I am very happy with the carpet cleaning function of my machine.
604100
It works well on steps. Mine only have a carpet runner and the pile is very short and stiff and it cleans them quite well. The first time I used it, I noticed that it picked up a lot more dirt then my previous handheld vacuum.
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I found this vacuum to be a little hard to handle, the hose keeps getting on my way, it heavy plus it's not very good using it on carpet, I ended up buying a tool for hardwood floors and that its it's in use, hope it helps!
1975135
It works great on hardwood floors, but doesn't have the power for carpet, I am still trying to find a vac that picks up pet hair and dirt from carpet that doesn't weigh a ton!! Have a bad back, if you find one please let me know!!
1205838
This is a vrey light weight vacuum. Easily carried up and down stairs. I would estimate less than 5 lbs.
696629
No, 'fraid not. This vac is primarily for stairs. Only attachment is a wand. I feel your pain with the computer mess. I have a little DeWalt rechargeable/corded vac. If it sucked like a good vac, it'd be close to ideal.
1169448
Do you like your carpets and floors really clean? I have not been happy with the suction on the Eureka RapidClean at all. Even when using the handheld alone, the stuff sucked up would fall back out.
641920
We don't have stairs but I think it would not be great on stairs. We use it as a 'fill in' vacuum for quick pick ups. We do like it but you have to be careful to get the right position to get adequate suction.
1802702
I have a garden home with a narrow, carpeted stairwell. I use it on my stairs and love it. It's important to change/clean the filter when you start to notice a loss in suction.