Eureka Boss Smart-Vac Upright HEPA Vacuum Cleaner, 4870MZ
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Eureka Boss Smart-Vac Upright HEPA Vacuum Cleaner, 4870MZ
Customer Review: 1 Month in and Very Pleased
Summary: 5 Stars
My old Bissell had finally gotten weak, so I when I got this new one, I was very surprised at how well a machine could work. With the brush barely touching the carpet, it practically pulls itself across the floor. I should have traded up long ago. It lifts up my tired carpet fibers and gives the room a much nicer appearance.Customer Review: 2nd one we've owned
Summary: 5 Stars
We bought our first Eureka boss vac about 8 or 9 years ago. My wife informed me that our's wasn't working presently and that the plug had broken off, so I went looking through the reviews again. This time I really wanted a bagless vacuum. Well, after digging through all of the reviews, it really seemed like the only bagless vacuum with the carpet height adjustment that performed highly would be a $400 Dyson. I found the Eureka Boss was still on the market, and I found it on sale for $80. As much as I wanted a bagless, and I wanted one, I could not justify to myself paying an extra $320, or even $220 for a Dyson on sale. So, instead I bought 20 bags ,5 belts, and a couple of filters in bulk for the Eureka for about $35. That I figured would be enough to last the 5 years and would guarantee the most bang for our bucks. (Prices on bags at the grocery store are pretty high.)
After purchasing the new vac, I was going to get rid of the old Eureka when I discovered that, although it did have a broken plug, it was still more than serviceable and safe. The only other thing it needed was a new belt. When I was done with it, our 8 year old Eureka vac still worked fine!!! That's what I get for not checking first, but it was 8 or 9 years old. And the Eureka Boss does work great. It has the light, adjustment settings for carpet height (and I know Dyson has an auto one, but there are mixed reviews on how well it works), and an on off switch for the brushes, relatively quiet, and no dust in the air after vacuuming. That combination in a good performing vac is very hard to find. In fact, at $80 there was nothing I could find that would touch the Eureka Boss.
In summary, this is the best vac I've ever used, and I have used Oreck, Kirby, and a couple of cannister vacs. The Oreck was lighter though.
If you are interested in a get-er-done vac at the most affordable price, I don't think you could go wrong with the Eureka Boss.
Customer Review: 4870MZ model has torn hose after 1 year of gentle use
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought the previous 4870 model (in blue) about a year ago. Unless they fixed the following issues, I would recommend doing a little more research before buying this model. Everything was fine until wife and I started noticing the attachment end of hose started to have a tear along the first and second spring creases on hose end. Fixed by duct taping it far up the hose to prevent more tearing, but now wife wants another vacuum. I'm ok with it as long as it works.
The other complaint is that the small t-attachment that goes above the cord storage area keeps falling off and very difficult to snap in place.
Customer Review: A Good Choice
Summary: 3 Stars
I chose this product based upon recommendations I found in Consumer Reports. The cleaning power is very good. But I find the machine to be heavy and a little difficult to manuever. It is also somewhat difficult to switch back and forth between floor use and the cleaning hose for chairs, etc. Not sure I will like going back to changing bags, but we'll see. I kind of wish I had waited to try the new Electrolux on QVC...it has an easy snap off handle that instantly transforms into a very long cleaning wand...no bags...long cord. But for now, the Eureka is working well for us.Customer Review: A Great Vacuum Cleaner... Not Perfect, But Great
Summary: 4 Stars
This is a powerful and efficient vacuum. It does require some common sense to use it, maintain it and put it together properly. Idiots should not attempt to use this vacuum. You will only be frustrated. Or, worse, you might suck your cat into the bag.
But, seriously, this vacuum will suck the paint off the walls if you're not careful. As you would expect, suction diminishes as the bag fills and the HEPA filter begins to fill with dust. Not changing the bag and filter often enough could cause the powerful motor to overheat.
If your vacuum overheats and dies, it's your fault, not the vacuum's. Vaccums have to BREATHE. If you're an idiot, write a note and tape it to the vacuum so you don't forget.
The floor switch (disengages the beater bar) DOES work. It helps to lower the handle all the way down before attempting to flip the switch. In fact, that's the only way I can get the switch to work. But, it does work.
The utility hose is clear. That's interesting. But, it is also much too thin, in my opinion. It will likely begin leaking sooner, rather than later, and need replacing. But, it's a small price to pay for the excellent performance. I also find the Boss to be much quieter than my old Eureka. I find it quite tolerable.
Pay attention to what you're doing... keep the powerhead properly adjusted for the surface you're cleaning, service the vacuum properly, and I believe you will be a happy camper. It's not the best vacuum for little old ladies, due to it's bulk and weight, but the average person should do fine with it.
Happy cleaning!