I will admit, that although I'm not a clean freak....having my floors spotless is one thing I'm very particular about. With two little ones who are always laying and playing on the floor...it's important to me that I keep my floors clean and free of crumbs and dirt as much as possible. This usually involves vacuuming at least twice a day...if not more. Talk about a time-consuming and not fun job. With so many other things to get done during the day (besides cleaning the floors), I need products that make cleaning the floors easier, faster and even more enjoyable so that I'm able to get back to the important things in life...my husband and my kids! Thankfully, Hoover understands my needs and offers a great line of high quality floor care products.Since 1907, Hoover has grown and become a name known and trusted in households everywhere! A leader in the floor-care industry, Hoover manufactures quality, high-performance vacuum cleaners for home and commercial use. Products with the most effective technology to get your home truly clean so you can get back to what's important in life. With an impressive line of products including full-size uprights and canisters, deep cleaners as well as hard-floor cleaners and specialty machines (like hand vacuums), it's no wonder customers continue to turn to them time and time again.
I have owned a couple of Hoover products over the years, and have been very happy with their quality and performance. Hoover has impressed me with their dedication to providing customers with machines that get your home truly clean with very little time and effort wasted. As a fan of Hoover, I was very excited when I learned we were going to have the opportunity to review the Hoover WindTunnel Air.
Features/Benefits:
- Lightweight - weighing just 12 pounds
- WindTunnel Technology
- Quick Fit Hose
- Intuitive Power Controls
- Brushroll Shut-off
- Filtration
- Carry handle
- 30' power cord
- Clear nozzle with no scuff bumper
- Deep recline handle
- 3-in-1 combination tool
- 12" extension wand
- Rinsable filter

At just 12 pounds, this is the lightest Hoover® full-size bagless upright vacuum available. I dread pulling out our big vacuum every day....and have hurt my back on numerous occasions. Lifting the WindTunnel Air however, is a breeze! I am able to take it out of the close easily, as well as carry it up and down our stairs with ease. The convenient carrying hand located on top really helps a lot.
It's also sleek and slim, which I appreciate as well. It's large enough to do the job it needs to, while small enough that it's not only easy to maneuver, but also store in the closet when we're not using it. Space is always an issue in our house, so having something that helps save room is great!
I had a feeling this would be a nice vacuum, but had no idea just how nice and how many great features it has to offer! I love how versatile it is. Whether it's carpet, hard floors, stairs, high places, tight spaces, or even under the couch...this handy vac does it all with full power and no loss of suction! For stairs and other areas that require a longer hose (like vacuuming dust from the tops of doorways, etc), there's a telescopic handle with built-in wand that detaches with one simple touch. Simply connect the stair hose to the built-in hose and easily clean stairs without having to lift and carry the vacuum. The 3-in-1 combination tool can be used to make cleaning ever more thorough and easy. Use the crevice tool to help clean nooks and crannies and the upholstery/dusting brush to help get furniture clean. I love that this type of cleaning is made possible, as well as the fact that it's so easy to do!



The following are the types of messes we have after meals and snacks. I was curious to see how the WindTunnel Air would handle all the crumbs, as I've had vacuums in the past that just throw them all over. Thankfully, as you can see....it works great! And, for messes that are better without a brushroll, there's a convenient button near the on/off button so you can turn it off and on as needed.

When it comes to maintaining the Hoover WindTunnel Air bagless upright, it couldn't be easier. As I mentioned, there's a rinsable filter that can be easily cleaned under running water and a high-quality filter made with HEPA media - neither of which will need to be replaced during the warranty period with proper care.
It's also very easy to empty out the canister when needed. Simply push down on the green lever as you hold it over the garbage, and out comes the debris. It really couldn't be easier! I love not having to mess with bags and a big mess.
I've been very happy with the Hoover WindTunnel Air bagless upright vacuum. It's very well-made and offers the features I need to get my house truly clean with very little effort or time. I would definitely recommend this vacuum to others and think it would make a terrific Mother's Day Gift!
Buy It: You can purchase the Hoover WindTunnel Air bagless upright vacuum for $169.99!
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Prior to meeting my hubby and his furry children 10 yes ago I was a single working woman of 49 yrs old I had been on my own since age 23. I purchased my first Hoover then. In the 17 years I was on my own I only owned 2 Hoovers. Since I have been with my hubby and our 7 furry children we have gone through 4 vacuums not all Hoovers. My dream vacuum is a commercial vacuum and it must be a Hoover.
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