Hoover U6439-900 Self-Propelled WindTunnel Ultra Upright Vacuum Cleaner

Carpet: Excellent
Bare Floor: Excellent
Tools: Excellent
Ease of Use: Good
Noise: Fair
Emissions: Excellent


YES! I LOVE IT!   December 7, 2003
 18 out of 19 found this review helpful

I love this vacuum. I researched before I purchased this vacuum 2 1/2 years ago. I have never regretted the nearly $300 I paid. It cleans so well and the on-board tools are convenient and so easy to use. I was concerned, however, about so much plastic, but have not had any problems at all. The self propelled feature is nice, but on hard surfaces it can sometimes run you over. It has an indicator that tells you when the bag is full, and althought I am not a fan of paper bag vacuums, I really don't mind since it cleans so well. I would recommend this top rated vacuum to anyone who can spend $300.


I liked this vacuum!   December 5, 2003
 4 out of 10 found this review helpful

I don't have this specific model, but I have the older model. It's a heavy machine, but works well. My maid, my nanny, and relatives who have tried it (and yes, I even use it myself!) think that the self-propelling feature is awesome. This was the #1 rated vacuum by Consumer Reports, and to the reviewer who wanted to try bagless, BEWARE, because Consumer Reports recommended against bagless.


Why can't I assign negative stars?   October 15, 2003
 17 out of 23 found this review helpful

This is a poor excuse for a vacuum. Don't make the mistake of thinking that Hoover is a quality manufacturer. It is no longer true. Yes this machine sucks, but I don't mean that in the normal vacuum cleaner vernacular. If you want to pay lots of money for cheap plastic parts that break after a couple of months of use, you have found your match! It overheats and shuts off for 20 - 30 minutes, it eats belts like candy, it won't stay in the upright position because the latch is broken. IT IS GARBAGE and it belongs in the GARBAGE. Don't bother calling for support or sending it in for repair. The design is inadequate and it is GARBAGE. Have I made myself clear? If you purchase a Hoover product, don't say you didn't know better.