Hoover 5507-900 Elite Auto-Rewind Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Hoover 5507-900 Elite Auto-Rewind Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner
Customer Review: The cons are more than made up for period BUY IT .
Summary: 5 Stars
I will list the cons first . I have used it plus read all 186 reviews .
1 Nobody touched on this but its a pass through motor . The empro has a seperate chamber so particles never go near the motor itself . Every vacuum i have had is a pass through but you run the risk of siezing the motor if you go over glass or nails . But who in their right mind does .
Some people had a hard time getting another belt . Their $4.99 from Hoover plus shipping and you can find them cheaper buy one for when it goes .
IF you need more extension just go get a hose peice at a vacuum shop and add on . Hoover has some 10 foot extensions that make it 20 ft . Some think its too short .
The big thing that makes me mad is that the brush turns when you use the attachement thus you can rough or burn up fabric if it sits too long on one place . Dont set it up on a velour chair . If I was going to do heavy cleaning with the wand I would set it on a cheap throw rug . This is agreevating .
Be very careful holding the cord when your rewind letting it go slowly into the rewind housing . Just common sense great feature if it broke no big deal just hang the cord over the machine when done .
Cord could be longer 10 foot would of been so cool even 20 more but I can do my 1200 square foot house with 5 plug changes its ok about 22 foot useable .
you do get a little scatter around the machine when using the tools its ok just vacuum the area before you move the machine is a pleasure
The good
Pics up very well great suction and brush .
empties easily a little more work to clean the in chamber filter but worth it . You drop the crud from a swith at the top and a bottom door opens . You close then unscrew the top and shake the filter out and whipe it with a tooth brush if real bad . This thing sucks up dust like you wont believe . The hepa needs brushing out about every 3-6 months . I empty the chamber each time I use it and clean the filter . Take it out to the can in the attached garage it take 3-5 minutes tops .
Hose atachment needs absolutely nothing to turn on you just lift the handle to the upright position and its on grab and use . Just remember that darn brush spins and is rough on the spot where its at grrr .
It has a foot on and off switch which is fine thats seperate . A switch on the cord reel you push when taking out or rewinding . Tools are great a wand and a brush .
Assembly was intuitive for me took 5 minutes with on phillips screw for the nandle dont go down from the top put it in from the back side going forward to mate the parts then set the screw firm but not to tight .
Headlight is great and its very , very quiet . ITs fine on wieght not a ultralight but overall for a full tooled vacuum it comes in lighter for a solid full service vacuum .
Hoover parts are everywhere as are service centers it has a 1 year warranty .
I like it the Empro is the replacement but not as upscale this was a top machine but has a few rough edges its a toss up which way to go . I bought this on sale very please plus I really like that darn rewind it makes it a complete toss up whether to buy the newer Empro or this . I say buy this while its around you can get the empro later for your next vacuum . This could last years in a house with no pets and is perfect in a house with them as they destoy machines and this is dirt cheap for what you get and it is as good as anything my OREK or a Dyson period . I like it better .
Customer Review: This vacuum is unbelivable!
Summary: 5 Stars
After being sick of junky vacuums that would either fall apart, overheat all the time, or just fail mechanically in some way, I did tons of research on vacuums and ended up going with this one. The main factors that make it so awesome are the incredible suction power, the manly workman-esque color scheme which matches my tools, the see-through bagless cyclonic chamber, the hepa filter, and of course the rewind power cord.
Pros: Firing it up for the first time, you will see dirt and dust that are inches away getting pulled into it. Right away, you know this thing has great suction and isn't taking any prisoners. This is a seriously powerful vacuum. I learned the hard way not to get it near any small loose wires like phone chargers or shoelaces; it tried to suck up an entire sneaker and I had to shut it down because it wouldn't let go! Later on, I got the hose wand near a box of tissues and it started sucking them out of the box one by one! This thing will try to pick up anything and everything, even its own cord. It rolls well, has ample cord length, lots of attachments and other goodies which clip on, a very clean and easy dumping of the dirt container, and is easy to take apart in case you need to change a filter or something gets stuck and clogs up somewhere.
Cons: Alot of people complain about the belts, and I have to admit that this was an issue for me when I first got it. Not realizing how powerful this vacuum is, having the brush height set too low will grind the spinning brush into a carpet and it will get stuck, stopping the belt in place while the cylinder that rotates it continues to spin. It wears right into the belt and starts smelling like burnt rubber and will trash the belt very quickly. I burned through a belt doing this not knowing that's what was going on. However, this is a positive thing because it shows the vacuum will work full speed until failure, even if it destroys itself in the process, which is admirable.
Half/Half: The build quality on this is very good and is overall solid, although some might argue the body plastic feels cheap and lightweight; I've slammed it around several times and it's taken a beating with no broken parts so far. The weight of this vacuum is average, although I can see how some people might say that it's too heavy for them; this vacuum is a beast afterall and does take some strength to use. There are no bad features about it, however the only issue I have with its form factor is that the top main handle can't be made longer, and this vacuum might be uncomfortable to use by very tall people after a short time. Some people have said this vacuum is loud, but it is average for a vacuum of this size. I personally like the roar this thing lets out because I know it's doing its job with all that power.
As for those who've said they loved this vacuum when they first got it, but it somehow started failing, I guess they don't realize that this isn't a piece of furniture. It's a machine with tons of moving parts and needs to be maintained and taken care of. All of the negative reviews I've read about this vacuum point to user error or abuse of the vacuum; most of the time unaware they are using it improperly.
Overall, this is a great vacuum at a great price. It has all the features you'd want, can take a beating, and eats dirt for breakfast with brute force.
Customer Review: Wow, just....WOW!
Summary: 5 Stars
I guess there's a difference between the Elite Rewind, and the Deluxe Elite Rewind. Either that, or everyone gets a lemon from time to time. I guess I just got a great model. I've seen other people bash this vacuum left and right saying that it falls apart after a few months and becomes unreliable. I've owned my vacuum for almost a year now, and can say that it works just as great as the first time I used it. Haven't had any clog or belt problems like everyone else seems to have.
Cleaning: I don't own any pets, but I do live in a 2 bedroom apartment living with 3 other people, so pretty much every place in my apartment is considered "high traffic". This vacuum not only has great suction, but the brush roller actually fluffs the carpets and leaves them feeling new. The hand tools work great. The "pet hair attachment" works fantastic as a couch cleaning tool. Our living room also doubles as our dining room, so crumbs are inevitable. If anyone has kids, I'm sure they'll appreciate this feature.
Functionality: The rewind feature is by far my favorite thing about this vacuum. Like the other reviewer stated, it does retract the chord at a rather startling pace, but can be slowed if you just push it down half way rather than all the way. Emptying the canister is also a joy. I have allergies that are triggered relatively easily, so the dirt release feature from the bottom is a godsend. It doesn't plume up a cloud of dust and it just falls out like warm butter. The chord is a little short, but its perfect for my apartment. I can just plug it in to the outlet in my hallway and reach just about everywhere. I'm sure larger households would require a little more maneuvering. This vacuum is quite possibly one of the quietest for the price. I only have 2 other vacuum's to compare it too, but it's certainly the quietest of the 3. Same with maneuverability. It glides on my carpet and hard floors very easily. I think it may be self propelled because it barely requires any pushing at all.
Maintenance: Cleaning the filter is pretty simple. All you have to do is twist off the collector inside the canister and rinse off the filter with warm water and let it dry overnight. You can take a toothbrush to the filter and scrape off the dust to keep it dry, but I prefer rinsing it off and letting it dry overnight so I can be sure its 100% clean and dust free. Same principle applies to the canister. Just rinse it out and let it drip dry over a paper towel and you'll be set. I can't give any input on the internal maintenance of this vacuum, as I've never had to clean out the hoses or replace a belt. I guess I'm lucky in that aspect.
Overall for the price, I don't think it gets any better than the Deluxe Elite Rewind from Hoover. The ease of upkeep and functionality of this vacuum definitely deserves a 5 star rating. Again, I'm sure there are lemons out there, and not all of them are manufactured as solid as the one I purchased. If you do get a well constructed one, you won't want to use anything else.
Customer Review: The best vacuum I've ever owned!
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this vacuum in December 2006 and didn't expect much from it as I've purchased quite a few vacuums in my lifetime and never was completely satisfied with any of them. I always paid under $100 so it's probably my fault. So I thought.
At the time of purchase, it was under $100 but it had so many good reviews I thought I'd try it, mostly because of the cord rewind feature. I HATE rewinding cords. Just step on the button, hold the plug end with one hand and that baby is wound up in maybe 5 seconds. You do have to hold the plug on the cord with the other hand or be in danger of "cord lash" from the cord whipping around your ankle. Never has happened to me yet as I had been warned already from one of the reviewers here. It's a long thick cord, too. You only need to plug it in once for an average-sized to large room.
It blows my mind every time I use it. The suction is still amazingly strong and makes my carpet look like new each time I use it. It's powerful. I rate it a 10 for suction. It has large wheels which make it easy to roll around and maneuver. It's heavy but very manageable, even for me. I'm less than 5 feet tall and more weak than strong.
The dust catcher is also a 10. So simple to detach and empty without dust flying all over the place. The whole process also takes around 5 seconds or so. My hands stay clean. Love it.
Did I mention the rewind cord feature is a 10?
Where has this vacuum been all my life? After using it the first time I told myself if it broke in under a year, I'd purchase the same product. It's a pleasure to use and put away. My friend used it while here and wanted one for herself.
BTW, Amazon ships this free via FedEx or whatever. Love it. The first one I returned because the box looked damaged. The vacuum itself is not packed inside another outer box but shipped in its original Hoover container. Amazon delivered my new one before picking up my "damaged" one. That's what I call service.
UPDATE 11/21/2008
My vacuum just "stopped working" right in the middle of my vacuuming. I couldn't see any belt so thought the thing was just broken. I didn't know whether I should take it to the repair shop or just replace it. On a whim, I unscrewed all five screws at the bottom to see if something got stuck. I then saw the broken belt.
If you order this vacuum, be sure to order replacement belts at the same time. The belt is very thin and I don't think the local stores carry replacement belts for this model.
Belts can ordered thru the Amazon site or directly from Hoover site: Belt Model 38528-040 or its replacement equivalent.
Customer Review: As good as Dyson - at a quarter of the price!
Summary: 5 Stars
My mother owns a Dyson vacuum, which she bought to ensure quality. I don't have $400 or $500 to spend on a Dyson, but I was still really concerned about buying a quality vacuum. I did a lot of research, and after reading everyone else's reviews about this vacuum, I decided I would gamble $95 on what seemed to be a great buy.
Was it ever! I've only had it a day and it's already outperforming my old Bissell Featherweight. I just vacuumed yesterday with the Bissell, and the Hoover Elite Rewind sucked up another huge dustball this evening when I tested it out. I am also highly pleased with the assortment of the attachments and ease of assembly. I think the Hoover might weigh a teensy bit more than 18 pounds, but I could use the exercise and it's not even a factor because it performs so well. It has different settings for different floors, great sucking power, and it isn't even that loud. The "new vacuum" smell of packaging and plastic wasn't nearly as bad as I expected and went away after a few minutes - I'm really sensitive to smells, so it was a big concern, but one that was alleviated pronto!
Can't beat this Hoover's HEPA filter, long retractable cord, good looks, very helpful booklet (included in the box), and huge power for under $100!
One note: pick up EVERYTHING that might get sucked up - socks, shorts, pillows, blankets, pets' tails, baby booties, etc. This thing really pulls stuff in!
I hope to review again some time later to show how it's holding up, but I'm a happy girl right now!
Update: After owning this vacuum for a couple of years now, it's doing very well. It continues to have great suction and pull up all kinds of dirt, dust, pet hair and dander, human hair, and small detritus, even though I never changed the filter until just the other day. It's also very easy to take apart and clean if something gets into it that shouldn't. We just started watching my mom's 8-year-old smallish lab during the week at our fully-carpeted apartment, and even though I'm mildly allergic to animals, I've had no problems as I've vacuumed every other day. It's amazing how much of the dog's dander and hair I find in the canister (and I'm very glad not to have it in the air or on my floors)! When I vacuum my mom's rugs with her Dyson, I see similar puffs of dog hair and dander in the Dyson canister as I do in my Hoover Elite canister. Therefore, I'd say they're quite comparable as long as you care properly for your vacuum! I do note that the price has gone up on this unit, but it's still a better price than the Dyson! :) I will say, this vacuum's cleaning path is not as wide as the actual head of the unit, but other than that, I find no complaints.