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iMacDaddy


Electrolux UltraOne EL7070, Bissell BigGreen Deep Cleaning Machine

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The Dyson Ball finally has a competitor: New Electrolux Nimble
Original Message   Feb 15, 2011 4:23 pm
I actually played with one at Lowes the other day. Overall, I liked the design, but the foam pre-filter is crap compared to Dyson's recent pre-filter design (which is also featured on the Hoover Platinum Cyclonic and Panasonic/Kenmore canisters...but I suppose its washable HEPA filter makes up for it. http://smallappliances.electroluxusa.com/ Highlights: - 14 foot cleaning reach - LED headlight - "Ball-like" swivel action - Metal Soleplate - 5 year warranty - $299
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bucks03


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Re: The Dyson Ball finally has a competitor: New Electrolux Nimble
Reply #10   Feb 16, 2011 2:09 pm
Thats a shame to hear about the problem with Dyson DC25 wire harness. Ive had my Dyson DC24 for over a year now and it gets a lot of use and has been fine so far.

I suppose though that vacuum cleaner stores and repair centres get to hear about the problems with machines as they have the unfortunate job of having to deal with the customer when they return back.

vacmanuk


Location: Scotland UK
Joined: May 31, 2009
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Re: The Dyson Ball finally has a competitor: New Electrolux Nimble
Reply #11   Feb 16, 2011 8:38 pm
Its a pity its taken so long since so many other brands have already launched swivelling uprights like...

The SEBO Felix Sebo FELIXPET Vacuum Cleaner Bagged Upright 1300WThe Miele S7 Miele Bolero Upright Vacuum Cleaner - 7580 Bolero S7 - Deep BlackThe Hoover Slalom
CarmineD


Joined: Dec 31, 2007
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Re: The Dyson Ball finally has a competitor: New Electrolux Nimble
Reply #12   Feb 16, 2011 9:41 pm
bucks03 wrote:
Thats a shame to hear about the problem with Dyson DC25 wire harness. Ive had my Dyson DC24 for over a year now and it gets a lot of use and has been fine so far.

I suppose though that vacuum cleaner stores and repair centres get to hear about the problems with machines as they have the unfortunate job of having to deal with the customer when they return back.



Hello bucks03:

Dyson dropped the ball with DC25.    Pun intended.

Carmine D.

iMacDaddy


Electrolux UltraOne EL7070, Bissell BigGreen Deep Cleaning Machine

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Re: The Dyson Ball finally has a competitor: New Electrolux Nimble 4,5,7,9,12
Reply #13   Feb 16, 2011 11:36 pm
Hello Venson: Yep, $299 is the going rate for the green unit over at Lowes right now, even though the Electrolux website listed a $399 MSRP. Honestly, even if Electrolux forced Lowes to bump up the price another $100, it would still be a much better value than the Dyson DC25 Animal at $549. One particular Lowes associate remarked that he thought that the Nimble is better constructed than the Dyson, doesn't feel as flimsy and twisty at the handle, looks more upscale, and was surprised by the price and warranty of the machine when they first arrive [I think Electrolux is now bumping up their warranty coverage from two years to five years on most of their popular machines]. I definitely like the looks of this machine -- I really get a "Miele S7" vibe from its exterior (It's actually how I imagined that patented bag-less Miele that never game to fruition). Hopefully, the Nimble will get proper marketing.
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CarmineD


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Re: The Dyson Ball finally has a competitor: New Electrolux Nimble
Reply #14   Feb 17, 2011 7:52 am
WRT Electrolux Nimble price, Lowe's typically runs "Black Friday Sales" in the spring, as does its chief competitor Home Depot.  In large part because customers are shaking off the frugal fatigue of winter hibernation and readying their homes and yards for a more busy social life and therefore needed and wanted improvements.  May be able to get an additional 10-20 percent off the Nimble during these spring sales.

Carmine D.

Venson


Joined: Jul 23, 2007
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Re: The Dyson Ball finally has a competitor: New Electrolux Nimble 4,5,7,9,12
Reply #15   Feb 17, 2011 8:30 am
iMacDaddy wrote:
Hello Venson: Yep, $299 is the going rate for the green unit over at Lowes right now, even though the Electrolux website listed a $399 MSRP. Honestly, even if Electrolux forced Lowes to bump up the price another $100, it would still be a much better value than the Dyson DC25 Animal at $549. One particular Lowes associate remarked that he thought that the Nimble is better constructed than the Dyson, doesn't feel as flimsy and twisty at the handle, looks more upscale, and was surprised by the price and warranty of the machine when they first arrive [I think Electrolux is now bumping up their warranty coverage from two years to five years on most of their popular machines]. I definitely like the looks of this machine -- I really get a "Miele S7" vibe from its exterior (It's actually how I imagined that patented bag-less Miele that never game to fruition). Hopefully, the Nimble will get proper marketing.                



Hi IMacDaddy,

Thanks for the very descriptive pictures.  Pricepointwise, I think some of the new bagless uprights will give Dyson a run for the money due to features not found on a lot of what Dyson has on the market.  Simple things like carpet height adjustment, switchable motor speeds and easier attachment use.

vacmanuk


Location: Scotland UK
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Re: The Dyson Ball finally has a competitor: New Electrolux Nimble
Reply #16   Feb 17, 2011 6:34 pm
IM well impressed with those pictures and I love the design buttons etc. Sadly I can see that with the handle downwards and with so much excess bulk it wouldn't appeal to me for getting under low furniture whilst the vent at the front would probably annoy the heck out of me, blowing papers around.
CarmineD


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Re: The Dyson Ball finally has a competitor: New Electrolux Nimble
Reply #17   Mar 3, 2011 7:58 am
Lowe's has a video of the Electrolux Nimble on its web site.

http://www.lowes.com/pl_Electrolux_4294810320+4294965194_40_?cm_cr=Vacuums++Floor+Care-_-Web+Activity-_-Vacuums+CR+Popular+Brands-_-SC_Vacuums++Floor+Care_CenterRail_Area3-_-97617_3_Pop_Brands_Electrolux

Carmine D.

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vacmanuk


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Re: The Dyson Ball finally has a competitor: New Electrolux Nimble
Reply #18   Mar 5, 2011 6:43 pm
CarmineD wrote:
Lowe's has a video of the Electrolux Nimble on its web site.

http://www.lowes.com/pl_Electrolux_4294810320+4294965194_40_?cm_cr=Vacuums++Floor+Care-_-Web+Activity-_-Vacuums+CR+Popular+Brands-_-SC_Vacuums++Floor+Care_CenterRail_Area3-_-97617_3_Pop_Brands_Electrolux

Carmine D.


According to http://www.lowes.com/pd_302662-73823-EL8505A_4294810314+4294836463_4294937087_?productId=1244193&Ns=p_product_prd_lis_ord_nbr|0||p_product_quantity_sold|1&pl=1&currentURL=%2Fpl_Upright_4294810314%2B4294836463_4294937087_%3FNs%3Dp_product_prd_lis_ord_nbr|0||p_product_quantity_sold|1&facetInfo=Upright&state=R#prod-tabs

This upright has poor quality, clogs easily, poor warranty and not durable. Looks like I'd stick with the Dyson if I had to go bagless.
CarmineD


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Re: The Dyson Ball finally has a competitor: New Electrolux Nimble
Reply #19   Mar 5, 2011 8:07 pm
vacmanuk wrote:
According to http://www.lowes.com/pd_302662-73823-EL8505A_4294810314+4294836463_4294937087_?productId=1244193&Ns=p_product_prd_lis_ord_nbr|0||p_product_quantity_sold|1&pl=1&currentURL=%2Fpl_Upright_4294810314%2B4294836463_4294937087_%3FNs%3Dp_product_prd_lis_ord_nbr|0||p_product_quantity_sold|1&facetInfo=Upright&state=R#prod-tabs

This upright has poor quality, clogs easily, poor warranty and not durable. Looks like I'd stick with the Dyson if I had to go bagless.


Vacmanuk, that would be your privilege.  Although I would expect more from you.  Why?  As all here would tell you including me, the very same lacklustre and even horrible reviews and ratings could and would be found for every single dyson model too in the on line reviews.  Save maybe DC28 which sells for $600.  And I wouldn't swear that to be true for that model either.  Why?

Back in June 2010, I asked a BEST BUY staff member to use a DC14 after he thoroughly vacuumed an area of BB's rug with a DC28.  Lo and behold, he picked up more dirt from the rug.  Surprise surprise. 

Carmine D.

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