For those who want a lightweight, cordless vacuum cleaner that can also operate as a handheld device when needed, the Electrolux Pronto could be the solution. However, like all other Electrolux models, it doesn't come cheap. What follows are some pros and cons to help you decide if the Pronto stick vacuum is for you.
Many want a vacuum cleaner that is small and lightweight. The reason can be that they live in a small apartment and don't really need a conventional canister or upright, or they want a second one for localized cleaning. Stick vacuum cleaners are great for cleaning small spaces or localized areas and you also get the added benefit that they are cordless, which gives greater freedom to move about the home.
Electrolux is a long established electronics company manufacturing household appliances. Their appliances are extremely well-known and have a good reputation. When one talks of stick vacuum cleaner the Electrolux Pronto Bagless Stick is a brand leader. However, it is probably the most expensive stick model on the market, so before you buy you should be sure that it is best suited for you needs.
What's good about the Electrolux EL1000A2 Pronto Bagless Stick Vacuum Cleaner?
The Pronto does look fantastic; it has curvy lines, smooth surfaces and a truly modern look that surpass other cheaper, older-style stick units. The handle; the stick; the release buttons that release the hand held unit; the hand unit itself; and the design of the floor head have all been designed with thought and attention to detail.
Whilst not being the lightest on the market - the Eureka 166DX weighs 3.6 lbs - the Electrolux Pronto is still pretty light, at just 5.5 lbs.
It has great cleaning power, mainly because it has a 9.5 V motor - the Eureka only having a 6.5 V motor. It has two power settings; high and low.
It also comes with a HEPA filter; most other brands, including the Eureka, don't.
There are actually three ways to empty the dust cup. You can detach the cup and empty straight into the trash; you can open little 32mm keyhole at the bottom of the dust cup and attach a hose of another vacuum cleaner to extract the dust; you can remove the hand-held and open another opening.
What's bad about the Electrolux EL1000A2 Pronto Bagless Stick Vacuum Cleaner?
It is pretty poor at cleaning carpets, but this is also true of all stick units.
When using the hand-held unit, you have to continuously press down the power button; very tiring after 5 minutes or so.
The head is on a flexible hose to angle around obstacles when in use. However, this means it can't stand up on its own at all. It instantly falls over. If I have to put it down for any reason - you can't even prop it against a wall as it will slide down - I have to pick it up of the floor.
The dust cup is small. The capacity of the Pronto is 0.3 quarts whereas the Eureka 166DX vacuum cleaner has a capacity of twice that.
The Pronto is certainly very stylish and modern. Like all appliances it isn't perfect but Electrolux can probably feel justified in believing that the Pronto offers the best functionality, power and versatility of any stick vacuum cleaner on the market.
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