Panasonic MCE4057 Upright Vacuum Cleaner Review & Features

A leading upright vacuum cleaner in the mid-price range, the Panasonic MCE4057 Upright Vacuum Cleaner offers excellent dust pick up.

A Gore-Tex HEPA filter captures 99.8% of all dust particles down to 0.3 microns and ensures that there’s no clogging.

The folding design of the Panasonic MCE4057 Upright Vacuum Cleaner ensures it can be stowed away in a smaller space. Pet hair removal tools are included. Read the rest of this entry »

Panasonic MC-V7720 Bagless Vacuum Cleaner Features & Review

Consequently, it is an energy efficient product which also improves cleaning efficiency because of its flexibility.

It also features HEPA technology, a headlight, edge cleaning, telescopic wand and dirt indicator.

The suction is excellent for pet hair and the fact that the head is flush with the floor makes it very maneuverable so that it can easily get under low set chairs and other furniture pieces.

A potential downside of this model is that it is heavy compared to other models and the filter can take a bit of time to clean.  It would be a stretch to say that a good vacuum can make vacuuming fun, but this Panasonic model has made vacuuming as close to fun as it can get.

The MC-V7720 is a well-built, powerful vacuum that sucks in a good way. In fact, it is so powerful, it pulled up more dirt and fibers from my carpet than another vacuum I used that cost three times as much. Though be cautioned of its power — using this vacuum on small rugs can cause an edge or corner of the rug to get pulled into the vacuum. This can turn a new rug into an old rug pretty quickly.

While the vacuum can be overpowering at times, it has three separate power levels, which can be set manually by the push of a button. I highly recommend the low setting for small rugs since even the medium setting is pretty powerful. But if you are just vacuuming rooms or hallways, use the “Power on Demand” option. This feature automatically adjusts the power of the vacuum depending on how much suction is needed. For example, on a hardwood floor that is pretty clean, the suction may drop to a low power setting. Once the vacuum starts pulling up some debris, it will automatically jump to a medium setting. If there is an excessive amount of dirt, the power will change to a high or ultra-high setting, which makes sure to clean whatever dirt is on ground. The Power on Demand system is surprisingly accurate and changes immediately when needed. It helps conserve power and is even a bit fun to play around with. Of course, if you want a steady level of power, you can always use one of the manual settings.

The Panasonic MC-V7720 also includes the QuickDraw 2 accessories, which are multiple suction ends you can attach to the hose. My favorite is the air turbine, which acts as a mini vacuum on the end of the hose and does a great job of cleaning small, hard-to-reach areas. However, don’t use the air turbine on delicate surfaces, such as varnished tables, or you might leave some noticeable streaks. The QuickDraw 2 accessories all attach to the vacuum for easy access and the hose detaches from the main tube, which makes switching to an accessory quick and easy. I guess that’s why they call it “QuickDraw.” My only complaint is that the long, thin QuickDraw tool does not sit flush with the vacuum and can wiggle around. Fortunately, it is not noticeable when vacuuming, but it was a surprising oversight in an otherwise well-built vacuum.

Another plus of the MC-V7720 is that it just looks cool. My mom made the comment that it looks like a spaceship, which I guess is kind of true. The grey and silver combination isn’t especially exciting, but it creates a bold look which fits the vacuum well. The wide base of the vacuum allows for efficient cleaning of large areas, and it does a good job of sucking along the edges. A light right above the base helps illuminate the area you are vacuuming, which is great for darker areas. The vacuum also folds down until it almost touches the floor, making it possible to get under those short coffee tables and nightstands. An level on the left side of the base allows you to switch between carpet and floor settings, which allows for more efficient suction. Better yet, once you start vacuuming a carpeted area, the vacuum automatically adjusts the height of the roller depending on the length of the carpet.

Since this Panasonic is a bagless vacuum, the debris compartment and filter must be cleaned manually. The good news is that the compartment snaps off easily and takes only a moment to empty in a trash can. The bad news is you have to get your hands dirty and cleaning the filter requires a good minute of banging it on a solid surface. I highly recommend you clean the filter outside unless you want to vacuum again once you’re done. While vacuuming is not an activity most people would find enjoyable, the MC-V7720 makes the job as painless as possible. Its powerful, efficient suction and ease-of-use make this vacuum a great choice.

Panasonic MC-UL915 Jetspin Cyclone Bagless Vacuum Cleaner Features

Panasonic today introduces the MC-UL915 Jetspin Cyclone, an attractive, red metallic bagless upright vacuum cleaner with the convenience and versatility of a canister model to make whole-home cleaning easy and fast. The Panasonic MC-UL915 vacuum, a great choice for pet owners, features an on-board Turbo Action Pet Brush that will gently remove stubborn pet hair from delicate surfaces such as couches. Even with its versatility, full range of attachments and innovative features, the MC-UL915 vacuum is affordable with a suggested retail price of $249.95. Available in April 2010, it is an accessible vacuum choice for any home.

The new MC-UL915 Jetspin Cyclone is a high-powered bagless vacuum with six cyclonic chambers that separate dirt from the air flow for a cleaner filter and higher performance. The MC-UL915 Jetspin Cyclone’s large capacity dust cup is easily removed and can be disassembled completely and thoroughly cleaned, eliminating any residual odor.

“The new Panasonic Jetspin Cyclone vacuum was designed upright – as we have found many consumers prefer that style, but we also wanted to offer the multipurpose Read the rest of this entry »