For any vaccuum cleaner to survive in a house full of dirt, it has to be durable, strong, not-complaining things that is prepared for complete disrespect and general overwork. I think that Electrolux Cyclone was something like that. Especially with a retail price of nearly twice that I expect an average vacuum cleaner would have. Lets us start with Electrolux Cyclone review.
The moment my Electrolux Cyclone arrived I twigged that it was going to be a self assembly job - the box was far too compact to include a vacuum suitable for anyone over four foot! However the instruction manual was reasonably understandable and after a few minor mishaps my vacuum stood in all it's glory before me.
First impressions with the Cyclone were mixed. Being of a sensible disposition I had researched, probably like you are doing now!, my potential purchase before parting with my hard earned cash. One of the main criticisms that came up over and over again were that this vacuum has a tendency to topple. I ignored this because my previous vaccuums had always toppled ( mainly due to having short hoses!! ) However this vaccuum has a very generous hose and actually topples just for the hell of it! It looks unstable and is and whilst you soon learn not to get down on your hands and knees in front of it when using the extension hose it is nevertheless an annoying feature.
There are a few other minor design flaws worth pointing out. The hook for the vacuum lead is too tight - mine has already sheared the cable slightly. Also when removing and replacing the dust cartridge you need to have the lead unwound as otherwise it catches. I've also found that when vacuuming I catch my leg on the side of the cleaner - I have no idea why!!! ( as far as I'm aware my legs aren't on the plump side!! )
On the positive side this cleaner really does clean! When my vaccuum arrived I had already cleaned the evening before and by way of experiment ran it around to see if it picked anything up - the cartridge as full within seconds!!!! Strangely though this cleaner seems to miss obvious bits of fluff and just pick up the stuff invisible to the eye! The attachments are comprehensive and useful - though not all are on board and have to be stored elsewhere.
On the whole I'm quite content with my Electrloux Cyclone 1498 review. It's attractive to look at whilst being essentially sturdy. The wide track feature makes cleaning large areas quick and easy - though edge to edge cleaning is not so good. This vacuum is a bit of a mixed bag but if you manage to locate one at around the $90 mark then I'm sure you will be quite content with it. If you are intending paying the RRP however I would look elsewhere. As far as I'm concerned there are better vacuums on offer at the $180 mark.
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