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Price range:
$39.54 - $62.28
Summary:This model has been tested by our experts.
The Hoover Flair S2200 is part of the vacuum cleaner
test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, small vacuum
models like the Flair S2200 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
Carpet:
How well models removed surface debris from medium-pile carpet.
Bare floors:
Denotes removal of surface debris from tile set in grout.
Edges:
How well units picked up debris from where floor meets walls.
About This Brand
Hoover is positioned for the consumer who vacuums regularly and appreciates a deep clean. It introduced its first vacuum in 1907 and has established itself as one of the most recognizable brands in this country. More recently, Hoover was bought by TTI Floor Care, the owners of Dirt Devil, from Whirlpool. Hoover sells a wide variety of uprights in mass-market retailers, with models ranging in price from $50 to $300. It also makes hand and stick vacuums, canister models, deep cleaners, central vacuums, bare-floor cleaners, and an outdoor sweeper.
Hoover has a more established presence in canister vacuums and makes about a dozen models, priced from $80 to $300.
Features & Specs - Hoover Flair S2200
Weight (lbs.) The weight is rounded to the nearest pound and includes the battery or cord.
This stick vacuum worked quite well for keeping a small office carpet tidy, power head belt was prone to wear also plastic housing that held power head motor in place failed at the screw that holds to power head chassis, should be an easy repair but cannot source part from Hoover or anyone else, Now I have a vacuum that is out of service because I cannot buy a small cheap plastic part, poor cheap design, at the very least this part should be stronger (metal) and be available for DYI'ers
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
By
Val
from
Highland Park, IL
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
4.0
Handy and Maneuverable
2/5/2012
Pros
Easy To Empty
Easy to Use
Lightweight
Powerful/Good Suction
Cons
Noisy
Best Uses
Carpet
Hardwood Floors
Comment:
I use this as a touch-up vac between cleanings with my heavy-duty vacuum. I've been using it for over 6 months now and have found it very effective on hardwood floors as well as on my area rugs. I keep it in the pantry and regularly run it around the kitchen to freshen up the place. It also has a good reach and can angle pretty flat -- meaning I can get at the dust bunnies under my radiators.<br /><br />I've recommended this to many people since purchasing it. Although I could wish for a slightly longer cord and firmer cord clip (it turns to free up the cord in a hurry, but should be designed to require more pressure), these are minor issues with an otherwise strong performer.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By
Staffo
from
Vancouver BC
2.0
Works Well but is fragile.
1/14/2012
Pros
Easy To Empty
Easy to Use
Great for stairs
Lightweight
Powerful/Good Suction
Cons
Breaks easily
Falls over if stood up
Poor Design
Red plastic marks walls
Best Uses
Hardwood Floors
Stairs
Tile Floors
Comment:
I got this as an addition to the hoover upright I own. I use it mostly for stairs but I have just broken the head off for the second time. I will not buy a third. As well as being fragile it will not stand upright and when it falls the red plastic marks walls ,paintwork, baseboards etc.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Other User Reviews
4.0
(based on 1 reviews)
By
KarinHoward
User has 2 of experience with this product
4.0
Flair S-2200 Vacuum
06/16/2008
Strength
It is pretty powerful in picking up junk. It's a nice size, not too long, not too short. It's a Hoover so I am pretty sure it will last. The last Hoover quikbroom I owned lasted about 5-6 years.
Weakness
It is really heavy. A lot heavier than my last one so it is not as convenient to lug around.
I like the style of this type of vacuum. It is easy to store and easy to access so you can vacuum quickly and get the job done and move on. But it is heavier than I am used to. Maybe because it has more power
22 people have reviewed this model.
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