Hoover Duros S3590 Review

What the reviewers like:
The Hoover Duros S4590 is said to clean fairly well, especially on bare floors. Its 22-pound weight is a little below average for a canister vacuum.

What the reviewers don't like:
Experts point out that the Hoover Duros has a too-heavy wand, a too-small powerhead, a too-short cord and a too-flimsy tool caddy. Also, some owners complain that their vacuums broke down, citing poor construction and build quality.

Hoover Duros S3590 review highlights

Reviews of the Hoover Duros S4590 can best be characterized as "ho hum." In comparative testing, the Hoover Duros doesn't stand out in any particular performance area, and it's criticized for its heavy wand, short power cord, too-small powerhead and insecure tool caddy. Many owners like this Hoover canister vacuum, however, except for the handful who complain of breakdowns and poor build quality.

We found the best review of the Hoover Duros S4590 at Consumer Reports, which includes this bagging canister vacuum in its recent roundup of 22 models. ConsumerGuide.com also weighs in with a detailed review that points out this vacuum's pros and cons, and a fair number of Hoover Duros S3590 owners post their comments on Amazon.com.

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*In order of credibility (see our Ratings Criteria).

1. Consumer Reports
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Vacuums: Best Picks for Pet Hair
Editors of Consumer Reports
Mar. 2007

The Hoover Duros S3590 is one of the canister vacuums chosen by Consumer Reports for testing in its latest category roundup. Vacuums are rated in a number of performance categories, then they’re ranked according to how well they score.

2. Amazon.com
Hoover S3590 Duros Power Nozzle Canister Vacuum
Contributors to Amazon.com

A little over two dozen owners post comments about the Hoover Duros canister vacuum, giving it fairly high average grades. However, a handful of users complain of breakdowns and poor construction.

3. Consumer Guide.com
Hoover Duros S3590 Powerhead Canister Vacuum
Editors of ConsumerGuide.com
Apr. 26, 2007

Unlike the case with some ConsumerGuide.com reviews, it's clear that this writer actually tried out the Hoover Duros himself. He says this vacuum performs well on bare floors, but its powerhead is flimsy and too small, and its tool caddy isn't very secure.

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Hoover Duros S3590 Review