Rich Posted September 7, 2015 Report Share Posted September 7, 2015 I want to get something for the cars that isn't a £200 Dyson! This seems good, gets great reviews and videos show it sucks ok. But lets face it all these kind of Hoovers aren't as powerful as a mains powered one. I just want it for the mohair roof, dust and a quick hoover in between proper ones. Does anyone have one or recommend one for a similar price? https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B002JCSCUW/ref=aw_wl_ov_dp_1_1?colid=3NCZ6XBWTXGYS&coliid=I1ZIF680YG3N00&vs=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Since it's for light duties and the price is very reasonable why not go for that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted September 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2015 I have also seen a cordless Bosch one that uses the same batteries as my drill but it's £50 so not so sure about that one. I just don't want to buy it and think it's crap, although I guess I could return it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parthiban Posted September 9, 2015 Report Share Posted September 9, 2015 If you do get one let us know how it is, looks like a handy bit of kit for that price if it works well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted September 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2015 Still thinking about it, I'm wondering how much an old cordless Dyson is in comparison. This is the Bosch one I also saw - http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00MW8KPEE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1441836033 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parthiban Posted September 10, 2015 Report Share Posted September 10, 2015 The Dysons are a bit of a pain. Our handheld doesn't work properly any more, and looking online it seems to be a common issue. And it's still not as useful for vacuuming the car as that B&D seems to be. I'm tempted to get one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMARTLY Posted September 10, 2015 Report Share Posted September 10, 2015 Haven't tried my new Dyson on the car yet, tomorrow or the weekend probably. But I think the unit may be a bit big but I have got the accessory kit that may solve it. I'm sure with the suction it will be better than any vacuum I've used on my cars over the years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickT Posted September 10, 2015 Report Share Posted September 10, 2015 Still thinking about it, I'm wondering how much an old cordless Dyson is in comparison. This is the Bosch one I also saw - http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00MW8KPEE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1441836033 Rich, that advert looks like it doesn't come with a battery or charger! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted September 11, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2015 The Dysons are a bit of a pain. Our handheld doesn't work properly any more, and looking online it seems to be a common issue. And it's still not as useful for vacuuming the car as that B&D seems to be. I'm tempted to get one! I have noticed there are quite a few faulty ones for sale on ebay so maybe that's not such a good idea. After researching the B&D one abit more I came across this one that had been recommended as an alternative, which is mains powered but handheld. There is £16 difference in price but it's still nearly £50 for another vacuum although it could also be used around the house as well, which is a bonus. http://www.amazon.co.uk/AEG-AG71a-RapidClean-Handheld-Cleaner/dp/B00F3U1R4A Still thinking about it, I'm wondering how much an old cordless Dyson is in comparison. This is the Bosch one I also saw - http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00MW8KPEE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1441836033 Rich, that advert looks like it doesn't come with a battery or charger! That's correct Nick, it's just the bare tool and you need the P4ALL batteries to run it, which I have 2 of and the charger with my drill but it's still pricey so have ruled it out. Plus it doesn't look as versatile as the others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted September 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 I haven't ordered this just cos Amazon keep doing it on a lightening deal for £25 but I keep missing it! As soon as I see it for that price I'm going to order one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMARTLY Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 Well i tried my Dyson cordless and although it does the job it's a bit fiddly in the corners and slopey bits as you need to attach the short flexible and a crevice tool and then hold the Dyson in one hand and the crevice tool in the other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted September 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2015 That sounds like a pain to use in the car but then with the B&D you need to hold that in one hand I assume and the hose in the other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMARTLY Posted October 4, 2015 Report Share Posted October 4, 2015 According to HUKD the B&D deal is back on ................ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted October 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2015 It's been on several times this week, I had it delivered on Friday and used it a couple of times already. Review to follow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMARTLY Posted October 4, 2015 Report Share Posted October 4, 2015 Ah ok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted October 5, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2015 So I ordered this last Wednesday and it arrived on Friday morning so tested it out as soon as I got home. It's very light so easy to hold, the hose is a great idea cos it makes the vacuum much more functional than those that just have a mouth at the front, which you can't get into a lot of places. It comes with a brush (can be used without bristles, it folds over) and crevice attachment plus a nice roomy bag to put it all in. The power cable is long at 5m, I can plug it in and easily get to the boot and roof with it. You can also wind the power cable on the reel and clip it in place, which is a brilliant idea. The flexi hose is 1.5m long when stretched out, I could place the vacuum on the seat and do a footwell without over-stretching it. I have used it on the MX5's roof and interior, plus the Civic so far and for a quick clean up it's brilliant. Most of what's on the roof brushes off but the vacuum picked up the rest. I will say that if you have anything stuck in the fibres on the roof or mats it will need brushing first, it won't have enough suction to pull them out. So for £25 I would definitely recommend this if you just want to do a quick tidy up but you need to be realistic about the suction, it will be no where near the power you imagine it is. However, it does work well and I'm glad I bought it as it saves lugging the extension cable and house vacuum outside, which I'll just use for a deep clean now. I did take a couple of videos and will post those once I've uploaded them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickT Posted October 5, 2015 Report Share Posted October 5, 2015 It looks like a k&n air filter inside ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted October 5, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2015 That was my first thought as well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango Posted October 5, 2015 Report Share Posted October 5, 2015 I use the Gtech Multi cordless, it's great and the lithium battery lasts for a good half hour of continuous use. Charges quickly too. Also have their cordless strimmer and extendable hedge trimmer which are also great as I don't have to mess with extension leads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted October 5, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2015 Videos added to the above post. I use the Gtech Multi cordless, it's great and the lithium battery lasts for a good half hour of continuous use. Charges quickly too. Also have their cordless strimmer and extendable hedge trimmer which are also great as I don't have to mess with extension leads. I've not used one of those and while they do look good they are also 10 times the cost of this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liner33 Posted October 6, 2015 Report Share Posted October 6, 2015 Videos added to the above post. I use the Gtech Multi cordless, it's great and the lithium battery lasts for a good half hour of continuous use. Charges quickly too. Also have their cordless strimmer and extendable hedge trimmer which are also great as I don't have to mess with extension leads. I've not used one of those and while they do look good they are also 10 times the cost of this. true but they can be used around the house as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted October 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2015 I hate taking the indoor one outside though, especially on our driveway so I have an old Dyson in the shed that I use for the cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted October 10, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2015 If anyone is a member of Costco they are doing this on offer starting from Monday for £21.58. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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