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Brand | Dirt Devil |
Special Feature | Lightweight, Compact, Bagless |
Filter Type | Disk |
Included Components | 16-Ft Cord, Dirt Devil Red Simpli-Stik Lightweight Corded Bagless Stick Vacuum, Dry Nozzle Brush Type - Hard Floor Straight Suction, On-Board Tools See more |
Is Cordless? | No |
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About this item
- 3-IN-1: Tidy up your hard floors and rugs with powerful straight suction, or tackle tight, hard to reach places with the hand vac on-board crevice tool combo
- EASY TO USE: Take the chore out of cleaning with this lightweight and powerful stick vac that easily transforms into what you need, when you need it.
- ON BOARD CREVICE TOOL: For those harder-to-reach areas that need a quick clean, simply attach the on-board crevice tool to the end of the hand vac for an extended reach
- HAND VAC MODE: Simply detach the hand vac and quickly clean up the dust, dirt and crumbs on furniture, counters, shelves, upholstery and drapes
- GREAT FOR SMALL SPACES: The light, compact, and versatile vacuum design great for dorms, apartments, and small spaces to store, use, and clean up easily
- REMOVABLE RINSABLE FILTER: Easily access and rinse your filter for a quick maintenance that will help extend the life of your vacuum
- WHAT'S INCLUDED: 16-Ft Cord, Dirt Devil Red Simpli-Stik Lightweight Corded Bagless Stick Vacuum, Dry Nozzle Brush Type - Hard Floor Straight Suction, On-Board Tools
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From the manufacturer
From a Stick Vac...
Not every dirt pile needs the dominating power of an upright – easy to store, carry, and use, this stick vac gives you the snappy versatility you need to take on whatever mess comes your way. The handle and foot easily detach for SimpliStik to become what you need right when you need it.
...to a Hand Vac.
For the everyday mess and mishap, this innovative stick vac features an easy lift off hand vac. Simply detach the hand vac and you are ready for dust, dirt and crumbs on furniture, counters, shelves, upholstery and drapes.
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LightweightIt’s in the name: simple, ready-when-you-are versatility, compact power, and easy storage – all under 4 pounds. Flex your freshly vacuumed rugs and hard floors with this stick vacuum, not your muscles. |
Hard Floors + RugsThis stick vac performs at its best when tidying up hard floors and low-pile rugs. The nozzle’s hard floor straight suction design will suck up dirt and debris, no sweat. For the even quicker and littler messes, the hand vac tackles dirt and debris from couches to curtains to corners. |
Easy AccessFor the harder to reach areas that need a quick clean, pop the on-board crevice tool on to the end of the hand vac. Now, with great power comes great responsibility. Nothing crazy – we just mean there’s a little F113 filter in your vacuum's dirt cup. Give it some TLC every once in awhile with a rinse to keep your unit nice and clean. Be sure to let the filter dry at least 24 hours after rinsing. |
Simpli-Stik | Vibe 3-in-1 | 3-in-1 Mini Stick | Power Swerve Pet | Simplistik Plus | Power Express Lite | |
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Price | $34.99$34.99 | $44.99$44.99 | — | $87.01$87.01 | $32.50$32.50 | $54.99$54.99 |
Weight | 3.74 lbs | 3.4 lbs | 3.7 lbs | 5.2 lbs | 3 lbs | 4.4 lbs |
Dirt Cup Capacity | .35L | .4L | .35L | .7L | .35L | .4L |
Cord Length | 16 Feet | 15 Feet | 18 Feet | Cordless | 18 Feet | 18 Feet |
On/Off Brush Roll | - | Yes | - | Yes | - | Yes |
Filtration Type | Standard | Standard | Standard | Carbon Odor Filtration | Standard | Standard |
Above Floor Cleaning | Yes | Yes | Yes | - | Yes | Yes |
Cleaning Path | 10 Inches | 10 Inches | 10 Inches | 10 Inches | 10 Inches | 10 Inches |
Accessories | Crevice Tool | Crevice Tool | Crevice Tool | - | - | - |
Premium Pet Brush Roll | - | - | - | Yes | - | - |
Floor Height Adjustment | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Brand | Dirt Devil |
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Special Feature | Lightweight, Compact, Bagless |
Filter Type | Disk |
Surface Recommendation | Upholstery, Hard Floor, Carpet |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Included Components | 16-Ft Cord, Dirt Devil Red Simpli-Stik Lightweight Corded Bagless Stick Vacuum, Dry Nozzle Brush Type - Hard Floor Straight Suction, On-Board Tools |
Is Cordless? | No |
Item Weight | 3.74 Pounds |
Capacity | 0.35 Liters |
Wattage | 137 watts |
Recommended Uses For Product | Hard Floor, Hardwood, Home |
Form Factor | Stick |
Color | Red |
Model Name | Simpli Stik |
Product Dimensions | 10"L x 6.5"W x 42.91"H |
Noise Level | 80 dB |
Manufacturer | Dirt Devil |
Number of Items | 1 |
Controller Type | Hand Control |
Control Method | Touch |
Style | Simpli-Stik Only |
Cleaning Path Width | 9 Inches |
Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
Item Weight | 3.74 pounds |
ASIN | B002KCO96C |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | SD20000RED |
Customer Reviews |
4.0 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #40,181 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) #76 in Stick Vacuums & Electric Brooms |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Specific instructions for use | Hard Floor |
Number of pieces | 1 |
Warranty Description | 1 year. |
Batteries required | No |
Import | Made in USA |
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Designed for the way you live! This innovative stick vacuum is perfect for rugs and hard floors, and it features an easy lift off hand vac. Just detach the hand vacuum and you are ready for dust, dirt and crumbs on furniture, counters, shelves, upholstery and drapes. An on-board crevice tools allows you to reach tight spaces in corners, around furniture and along the edges of delicate electronics. Assembled Unit Height 42.91 Inches.
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Suction power | 3.3 | 3.9 | 3.6 | 4.4 | 4.0 | 3.7 |
For stairs | 3.5 | — | 3.5 | 4.2 | 3.5 | 3.6 |
For hardwood floors | 3.6 | 3.8 | — | — | 3.6 | 4.0 |
For cleaning up hair | 3.2 | — | — | 4.2 | 3.7 | 3.6 |
Maneuverability | — | 4.0 | 4.0 | — | 3.8 | 4.4 |
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power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
special feature | Lightweight, Bagless, Compact | ✅HEPA REPLACEMENT: Please refer to B0B12JX4Q8 to buy HEPA Replacement., ✅15Kpa Powerful Suction<br>✅ 3 Layer Filtration System<br>✅ 400W Motor<br>✅ Two-in-one brush<br>✅ Crevice suck nozzle<br>✅ 0.8L dust box<br>✅High Efficiency Filter<br>✅ 11-in-1 Stick & Handheld<br>✅Perfect for hard floor<br>✅ Corded Vacuum Cleaner | Lightweight | Lightweight, Portable, Bagless | Lightweight, Compact, Bagless, Washable Filter | Washable Filter, Lightweight, Swivel Steering |
surface suggestion | Upholstery, Hard Floor, Carpet | All floors, Carpet, Hard Floor, Car, Hardwoods | Carpet, Bare Floor, Upholstery, Hard Floor | Multi-Surface | Carpet, Hard Floor, Upholstery, All floors | Hard Floor, Carpet, All Floor, Ceramic tile, Laminate, Hardwoods |
capacity | 0.35 liters | 0.84 quarts | 4 pounds | 0.18 gallons | 1.7 liters | 0.55 liters |
voltage | 120 volts | 120 volts | 220 volts | 120 volts | 120 volts | 120 volts of alternating current |
noise level | 80 decibels | 70 decibels | 0 decibels | 72 decibels | 82 decibels | 84 decibels |
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Customers like the performance, weight and value of the vacuum cleaner. For example, they mention it's very effective, light and easy to carry. They appreciate the ease of cleaning and the value for money. That said, opinions are mixed on suction and quality.
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Customers like the performance of the vacuum cleaner. They say it's easy to use, effective, and works well on low pile rugs and thin outdoor carpets. They also say it picks up great and saves time and energy. Customers also mention that the vacuum is very light, which is great for moving it around fast.
"...Lightweight Bagless Corded Stick and Handheld Vacuum has saved me plenty of time and energy to allow me to focus on other things!..." Read more
"...You can have a non-brush mode for hardwood floors. Other merits: does a good job, and I could do the entire townhome in single charge and the..." Read more
"...3 - The power of this unit is shocking on the first use. It is indeed powerful. To me, it felt a bit like the kick of the first gun you ever fired...." Read more
"...Once that happens the whole vacuum becomes unusable. It can not even be used as a handheld because that tiny little piece is what holds the top..." Read more
Customers like the weight of the vacuum cleaner. They say it's very light, easy to lift, and carry. Some say that the weight never makes them fatigue even when working with it for longer periods of time.
"...As this is a lightweight vacuum that can clean small rooms, if you are looking for a vacuum to clean your entire house, this is not for you...." Read more
"...been my favorite because not only is the suction great, but it's so light weight and easy to use...." Read more
"...Here are the pros and cons:Pros: Lightweight (2.8 Lb), stands on its own when left in a corner, gets dust from corners of (hardwood)..." Read more
"...That Eureka is so heavy it hurts my arm to use it. The Dirt Devil is so light I have no problem using it...." Read more
Customers like the value of the vacuum cleaner. They say it's an excellent little vacuum for the money, and is a great value for home or apartment.
"...This is truly I feel the best vacuum you could get for such an amazing price!" Read more
"...Not overpowering.Those are good selling points for a reasonably priced, well designed cheap vacuum...." Read more
"...Here are some suggestions if you are purchasing this inexpensive, effective vacuum...." Read more
"...Perfect size for a small urban apartment. Easy to clean. Not too expensive. Versatile. Not too heavy for elderly people to use...." Read more
Customers like how easy it is to clean with the vacuum cleaner. They say it does a better job cleaning the floors than the big vacuum, it sucks up dirt, and it makes vacuuming underneath tables and beds very easy. They also appreciate that the filter is washable and that it picks up lightweight dirt and hair balls, especially.
"...This is a simple vacuum that gets the job done without the bells and whistles. I feel that having the upright position is great for vacuuming floors...." Read more
"...Lightweight (2.8 Lb), stands on its own when left in a corner, gets dust from corners of (hardwood) floors effortlessly - am really impressed with..." Read more
"...The filter is washable, so no need to deal with replacements until it gets super worn out.-..." Read more
"...Good suction power. Perfect size for a small urban apartment. Easy to clean. Not too expensive. Versatile. Not too heavy for elderly people to use...." Read more
Customers like the size of the vacuum cleaner. They mention it's small enough to store just about anywhere, it takes no more space than a broom or wipe, and is the perfect thing for smaller messes. It's great for small rooms, apartments, and dorms.
"...FILTER:I LOVE that this vacuum is bag less! I have had the older, bulky vacuums that require bags and it is just costly to keep replacing them...." Read more
"...on the wall, wider track area, battery operated brush, decent dust collection cup size, I am sticking with the Eureka one and returning the Dirt..." Read more
"...The best part was its size for storage...." Read more
"Easy to use. Good suction power. Perfect size for a small urban apartment. Easy to clean. Not too expensive. Versatile...." Read more
Customers find the vacuum cleaner easy to assemble and take apart. They also say it's simple and quick to turn into a hand vacuum. Customers also mention that it'll pop together in no time and that they don't need to break out any tools.
"...Personally, I think that this Dirt Devil vacuum cleaner is very convenient to the fact which all I need to do is plug this item in to an outlet and..." Read more
"...because not only is the suction great, but it's so light weight and easy to use...." Read more
"...for emptying is easier, as the button works well, and it is easy to click back on, unlike the old one, which tends to fight you...." Read more
"...Pros:- The vacuum is quick to assemble, easy to empty, and quick to clean.-..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the suction of the vacuum cleaner. Some mention that the suition is about what they expected, and just right for a light pick-up job. They also say that the detachable handle makes it a handy vacuum for top of selves sofa, coffee. However, others say that it's not super suction and good enough for $18. The suction unit is small and the crevice tool will not adhere to the vac.
"...This vacuum has a couple different features. It can be used as an upright vacuum, a handheld vacuum, and it also has a smaller attachment for tight..." Read more
"...was the same way, Lastly this one has a crevice tool that will not adhere to the vac...." Read more
"...and this one has always been my favorite because not only is the suction great, but it's so light weight and easy to use...." Read more
"...the price, that the plastic is lightweight and the suction isn't Mac-Daddy powerful.I would recommend this and buy it again." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the vacuum cleaner. Some mention it has ok construction, is sturdy, and works well, while others say that the snap cup back on is flimsy and falls apart in no time. They also say that pieces are likely to break and that it doesn't come apart or go together with perfect ease.
"...2 - The motor gets sorta hot in continuous use. Short breaks help. The strength of the motor would seem to be the likely reason...." Read more
"...like it is pictured here has a white cup that is paperish, falls apart in no time, a couple of weeks in fact and I cleaned it each time I used it...." Read more
"...floors effortlessly - am really impressed with this part, ok construction, comes with nozzle crevice attachment that can be used for stairs and..." Read more
"...is held connected by a small thin price of plastic which can & does break easily. Once that happens the whole vacuum becomes unusable...." Read more
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Cons: Short electrical cord
As a mother with a young toddler who can be a messy eater. I feel that this light-weight vacuum cleaner has saved my sanity. I keep this Dirt Devil vacuum cleaner in my dining room and kitchen area of our house. Like most mothers, you feel that your house can never stay clean no matter how often you pick up. Personally, I feel that sweeping takes too much time and I am always left with crumbs that were either missed or not able to be swept up by a simple dust pan. I believe that the Dirt Devil Vacuum Dirt Devil Vacuum Cleaner Simpli-Stik Lightweight Bagless Corded Stick and Handheld Vacuum has saved me plenty of time and energy to allow me to focus on other things!
CONVIENCE: In today’s time, most people enjoy convinces of things in life. Personally, I think that this Dirt Devil vacuum cleaner is very convenient to the fact which all I need to do is plug this item in to an outlet and begin to vacuum up messes. My son drops a lot of food while eating so having this quick pick up really helps keep our day going. I know that some may say that the standard broom does the same job and I thought that too at first, but once I first used this vacuum it was less of a hassle to clean up the messes on the floor. This is not used for liquids, just crumbs. I was surprised to see that it would suction even larger items such as a normal vacuum cleaner would. I enjoy not having to try and wiggle out the crumbs that fall under the ledge of the cabinets on the floor. This vacuum quickly sucks it right up with no hassle.
ATTACHMENTS:
The one thing I knew with purchasing this vacuum cleaner was that I would not be using this to clean my carpets, but simply the small messes in the kitchen and dining room. If you are looking to have a vacuum for carpet, this is not the vacuum you would want. If you are looking for easy, quick pickups then this is a great product! This vacuum has a couple different features. It can be used as an upright vacuum, a handheld vacuum, and it also has a smaller attachment for tight to reach placed. This is a simple vacuum that gets the job done without the bells and whistles. I feel that having the upright position is great for vacuuming floors. But, if you want to vacuum out your car or even the couch the handheld option is perfect! The smaller attachment is great for getting in between the pockets of your couch. My one complaint with the features is that converting upright to handheld, you must take off the wheel portion of the vacuum. I find it can be difficult at times to remove that part. Other than that, I am very satisfied.
CORD:
Since I purchased to use this vacuum in my kitchen and dining room area, I am now realizing that the cord could be longer. The cord is 16ft, but even though my kitchen and dining room are in the same room, it still does not reach all sides. I would not say this is a deal breaker for me, but it can be a downfall I see with this vacuum. If you are within reach for the rooms you are looking to vacuum for, then it should not be an issue.
FILTER:
I LOVE that this vacuum is bag less! I have had the older, bulky vacuums that require bags and it is just costly to keep replacing them. I enjoy that the filter can be either cleaned or replaced. The replacements I have seen cost less than $8.00. I have had this vacuum for 11 months and have never had to replace the filter yet. The quick release of a push of a button and you can empty your filter. As this is a lightweight vacuum that can clean small rooms, if you are looking for a vacuum to clean your entire house, this is not for you. This Dirt Devil vacuum is great for needing to clean specific rooms or items.
LIGHTWEIGHT:
My experience with vacuums are that they can be bulky and heavy. This is not the case with the Dirt Devil vacuum. This vacuum is only 3.8lbs. Its small enough to just fit in the corner of the room with not taking any space. I love that I can easily take this vacuum without feeling hassled by the weight of this item.
PRICE:
I was blown away when I started using this vacuum because of how much I paid for it. For the great suction, being lightweight, having beneficial features I am simply blown away that it does not cost more! I have been using this vacuum daily, sometimes multiple times a day for just under a year and it still works just as good as the first day I purchased it. This is truly I feel the best vacuum you could get for such an amazing price!
Background:
I like to do a lot of reading before buying products. Hence I had bought in the past a Hoover and a Shark Vacuum. I really like the Hoover Rewind (currently priced at $99+tax, featured as one of the best in Consumer reports in terms of suction and not letting out fine dust or pollen escape from its filter). I am fully satisfied with this vacuum cleaner's capabilities but it is 14 Lb in weight and hence not a good choice for some occasional light cleaning work. Hence I needed a handy vacuum to be used occasionally.
I also have a Shark Pet Perfect II Hand Vac (SV780), currently priced at $60+tax. Good vacuum; i used it for for some time for occasional cleaning work, but then its battery started to get terribly weak and did not hold any charge, It works less than 5 minutes after full charge - not good anymore. In the past, it did a great job, but one downside was that it did not have any good attachments like narrow nozzles to be used for vacuuming car insides. Nevertheless, a great buy while it lasted
Latest Research-work: I read several reviews on Amazon, credible websites and also some news channel clips. Result: I decided to go in for dirt devil one as it was least priced. I wanted something real light weight and good to my pocket.
Experience with Dirt Devil: For $20, we should not have high expectations! This vacuum is like a motorized dirt sucking broom and nothing more than that. Here are the pros and cons:
Pros: Lightweight (2.8 Lb), stands on its own when left in a corner, gets dust from corners of (hardwood) floors effortlessly - am really impressed with this part, ok construction, comes with nozzle crevice attachment that can be used for stairs and narrow spaces
Cons: Below average performance on carpets. You need several passes to pick up cookie crumbs or some food particles. Honestly, Dirt-devil should have put a small motorized brush that could have done a better job. Other cons: its wired!, and it needs to be emptied and filter cleaned almost every time you use it (depending on the dirt on floor)
Verdict: After the Dirt Devil experience, I now wanted to get a vacuum that does better job on carpets, hence I did some reading and narrowed down on Eureka Quick-up Cordless 2-in-1 Stick Vacuum, 96H (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004LBHGJC). I am returning this Dirt Devil as the Eureka has suited me better (read on)....
Review on the EUREKA:
Based on Amazon reviews, I found this would be a good purchase. For $34+tax, a battery operated vacuum cleaner is a good purchase. The vacuum arrived in 2 days (prime!) and here's what I observed:
Pros: Brush more helps this vacuum do a good job on carpets. You can have a non-brush mode for hardwood floors. Other merits: does a good job, and I could do the entire townhome in single charge and the battery was still good to do some more work (townhome has drawing, dining, kitchen on level 1, a flight of stairs, and 2 roomy bedrooms and 2 baths on level above). Battery capacity was really impressive! I also heard (just heard!) that the charging mechanism does not overcharge the battery, hence maintaining its life. That Shark that I used earlier, was a disappointment as overcharging killed its battery. So I am expecting better battery life with Eureka. Another pro: this is wider than the Dirt Devil one hence takes less effort to clean same area.
Cons: you need to put extra effort to get dust from hardwood or carpet floor corners - with or without the brush spin mode. This was my biggest disappointment. Also, its construction is cheap, the filter takes some effort to be placed back on after emptying the dust collection cup. Also, there are no accessories like crevice tool. So vacuum can only be used with one default attachment.
Final verdict: Owing to the cordless nature, great battery life, ability to be hung on the wall, wider track area, battery operated brush, decent dust collection cup size, I am sticking with the Eureka one and returning the Dirt Devil one. Dirt devil is less priced but it has narrow track clean area, no brush and lesser cleaning capability than Eureka. Also note: both Dirt Devil and Eureka will let out some pollen/ fine dust particles from the filter as they are not the "hepa" filter kind of vacuums - so there should not be any expectations on that.
If a vacuum product manager is reading the review, the only advice I would have for enhancements would be to have an even more suction & a better filter that keeps dust / pollen in. I hope technology enhances to that level soon.
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Reviewed in Mexico on November 8, 2023
Muy potente.
I would be careful popping it open to take the filter out. It's mostly plastic, so that plastic clasp will experience a lot of wear, and too much force might make it snap. I can see that being a failure point.