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Electrolux Oxygen EL6988D

*Est. $400

Electrolux Oxygen EL6988D

pros
  • Performs well in formal tests
cons
  • Poor user reviews
  • Noisy
  • Only one suction setting
  • Expensive
 
 
Where to Buy
  • Amazon

    for $355.75

  • Best Buy ®

    for $429.99

  • eBay

    for $317.99

 
 
 

We found the best review of the Electrolux Oxygen EL6988D at Consumer Reports, which includes this bagging canister vacuum in its recent, thorough category roundup, comparing performance to about 21 other canister vacs of various prices. The Electrolux Oxygen is also reviewed by ConsumerGuide.com, and it receives comments from owners posting to Amazon.com and Epinions.com.

In tests, the Electrolux Oxygen EL6988D canister vacuum performs on par with models by Hoover and Kenmore at cleaning carpeting and bare floors. However, the Electrolux is significantly more expensive, and there are some worrisome comments from owners at Epinions.com and Amazon.com about breakdowns and poor performance. One source criticizes this vacuum for having only one power setting, making it risky for delicate upholstery fabrics or curtains, and another reviewer says it's noisy. A better, less expensive choice is the Hoover WindTunnel Bagless S3765-040 (*est. $250).

Where To Buy
 
 
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AmazonAmazon rated 3.50 (1651 reviews)1651 store reviewsIn Stock. Get free shipping on orders over $25!$355.75
Best Buy ®Best Buy ® rated 4.00 (8337 reviews)8337 store reviewsIn Stock. FREE SHIPPING! Now accepting PAYPAL!$429.99
eBayeBay rated 4.00 (1175 reviews)1175 store reviewsIn Stock. $317.99
 
 
 

Our Sources

1. ConsumerReports.org

Consumer Reports tests canister vacuums, including the Electrolux Oxygen EL6988D, over carpeting and bare floors. Models are compared for performance, ease of use, emissions and value. They are also evaluated on their ability to dig up pet hair.

Review: Canister Vacuum Cleaner Ratings and Reliability, Editors of Consumer Reports, Oct. 2008

2. ConsumerGuide.com

This review of the Electrolux EL6988 is a bit more reliable than others by ConsumerGuide.com, since the writer points out the drawbacks of this canister vacuum. Overall, the Electrolux canister vacuum is recommended glowingly for its ability to filter dust particles, but the writer points out that it only has one speed, which can pose a problem when cleaning delicate fabrics.

Review: Expert Review: Electrolux Oxygen Canister in Cayenne Silk EL6988A, Editors of ConsumerGuide.com, June 30, 2005

3. Amazon.com

More than 60 owners discuss the Electrolux Oxygen EL6988A canister vacuum at Amazon.com. Most give this vacuum high marks, but a few blast it for breakdowns and poor performance.

Review: Electrolux EL 6988D Oxygen Canister Vacuum, Contributors to Amazon.com

4. Epinions.com

The Electrolux Oxygen EL6988A canister vacuum receives startlingly low scores from the 20 or so owners posting here. They complain of malfunctions and poor build quality.

Review: Electrolux EL6988A Bagged Canister Vacuum, Contributors to Epinions.com

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