Dirt Devil M08230X Ultra Hand Vac

I had one of these Dirt Devils for many years until one of the kids blew up the motor somehow - I think a chunk of something got vacuumed into it. Anyway, after buying a couple of other brands because I… couldn't find what I wanted, I was really happy to see the new and improved hand-vac, at a decent price too. It still feels as heavy (good motor!) but the plastic housing looks cheap, and there's no little brush attachment for the hose, only an edge cleaner. The hose is too short to do much with it: awkward for a simple job like the stairs or doing high corners of windows, etc. There is a little loop fastener to keep the cord attached to the body of it, which is convenient. All in all I think I am happy with it, the main roller brush is better than the other brands, and that is what I wreally wanted, and I am able to use attachments from my main vacuum cleaner.

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I am about to purchase a handheld vacuum (Bissell 33A1 Pet Hair Eraser Corded Handheld Vacuum Cleaner) to replace this one. It is extremely loud and it it a real workout to use. It does not glide...you pull… and drag it along the floor/couch cushion and it is awkward. Maybe I am using more pressure than I need to, but it is quite cumbersome for me. Did I mention it is loud? It's really loud. As I read some other reviews here I realize this is not just me, it really is an issue. As far as effectiveness, it does work well as a vacuum. But, I just can't use it anymore.

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I have owned the previous version of this little vacuum for about 10 years! I had to replace one belt in that time. I will not use anything else on stairs. I have three cats and a dog so I know all about… pet hair and this little vac does a fabulous job. It is loud and kinda heavy (I get a work out while cleaning BONUS!) but it is still much easier than hauling a regular sized vac up stairs while trying to maneuver the hose attachment. Actually, of all the vacuums I have ever owned (and there have been alot) the Dirt Devils have lasted the longest and performed the best. I'm a DD fan!

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