Hello Venson,
It appears the Wall Street Journal shares your interest in quiet performing vacuums. Under the title: Shopping Around: Quiet Vacuum Cleaners, Sara Scahaefer Munoz went on a quest to test several vacuums for quiet operations.
"Vacuum makers are touting a new generation of machines that pack plenty of power-without making lots of noise. We tested four models and found they are indeed quieter than the traditional models, but we wouldn't advise running them during a baby's nap."
"Responding to concerns over indoor air quality, manufacturers in recent years have added high-efficiency particulate air, or HEPA, filters to capture things like dust mites and pet dander. Hoping to boost consumer interest, manufacturers insulated the motors to reduce noise. We checked whether we could comfortably talk on the phone while using them. Here's what we found."
"Electrolux Oxygen 3 Ultra with Quiet Clean. Retail price is $499. Made by Electrolux Home care Products.
Comments: Canister vacuums are typically quieter but this one is especially so. It's compact, and the manufacturer says its HEPA filter captures dust mites and pet dander. When we made a phone call with it running, the person on the other end siad she could barely hear it."
"Miele Callisto. Retail price is $799. Made by Miele Inc.
Comments:This sleek canister vacuum also has a soft hum and would be possible to use while on the phone. Easy to maneuver; has a HEPA filter."
"Healthy Home Vacuum. Retail price is $269. Made by Bissell Homecare Inc.
Comments: This upright is louder than canister vacuums, but isn't as shrill as other uprights. Talking on the phone while using it wold be tough, but it's fairly easy on the ears. Along with the HEPA filter, it has height adjustments and a pet hair attachment."
"Oreck XL 21 Titanium Upright with IntellaShield Technology. Retail price is $749. Made by Oreck Corp.
Comments: Also louder than the canister vacuums we tested, but quieter than older uprights. At 9 pounds, it weighs less than most uprights and has a HEPA filter. "
Source: WSJ, January 24, 2008. Personal Journal. Section D. Home & Family. Page D3.
Carmine D.
This message was modified Jan 25, 2008 by CarmineD
