Is this vacuum more or less noisy than a regular vacuum? As it is smaller and closer to your head, ear pain is a concern of mine.
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This is a hand held vacuum so its not near your ear and the noise level is on a par with other hand helds, but if concerned, try ear plugs.
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It is no more noisy than anything else hand held. It is pretty powerful though and there are always trade offs, and that would be noise for power. If it is that bothersome try some light duty hearing protection. I think this could be an issue with most of these units.
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I'd say roughly the same as a regular vacuum, maybe a little higher pitched. I wouldn't worry about the distance--it's not really that close to your ear. And of course, you'll tend to have it on a much shorter time. I endorse what other have said about ear plugs--I don't use them for this, but it would probably be a good idea for regular vacuums too.
1004584
There is probably not much difference but the sound is a little more harsh than that of an upright vacuum.
2190189
It is sounds like an average vacuum cleaner. It is hard to create a good vacuum quietly.
1441111
That would be pretty difficult to answer, since your question is subjective. I had an older wind tunnel that replaced me new one, but I don't notice any difference in the decibel level. It has been a top rated vacuum for years in Consumer Reports, way about more expensive Dysons and Rainbows, and it does much better cleaning that those high priced machines.
1549617
I think all vacuums are somewhat loud - but this isn't impossibly deafening, if that's what you mean.
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Hi Rachel~sorry for the delay in answering~computer has been out for several weeks and just got a new one!! The Dyson is certainly quieter than my last one and I really haven't noticed much noise because I am so amazed with the machine~it is WONDERFUL!!! Thanks for your interest!! Merry Christmas!!!
1126736
yes it is very noisy. a high pitched (loud) whine. and it blows air out of the back (into your face, depending on your position) while you are using it.
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It's a bit loud and it doesn't have a retractable cord - but it's a great little vacuum with good suction power! I use it as an extra vacuum for my small studio downstairs and for cleaning my car and patio. ;-)
1309880
Honestly it is about as loud as a normal vacuum cleaner. I would take your vacuum cleaner to the venue and see how it echoes. It might be ok if music was being played. Good luck!
1697127
No, I have not experienced a noisy vacuum. Vacuum on the soldering iron is basically silent. I used the vacuum parts picker in the past, and my recollection is that it was louder than the vacuum on the iron, but not by much. Make certain that you have removed the red screw from the bottom of the unit. It makes all kinds of odd (and wrong!) sounds unless that is removed.
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Well it is noisey but I can't tell how noisey her's is. It's not as noisey as my old vacuum but it's definitely not quiet. I wouldn't recommend you buying this vacuum either way. It's not very good and is overpriced.
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Not too bad. It's not quiet as Miele but neither as loud as dirty devil or Hoover vacuum. I even find eureka Mughty mite or the boss much louder than this one. But if you're looking for something quiet it's either Electrolux or Miele. But that's more money so for the price I'd say: go for it. But remember to wash the filter every few months for best results. Good luck.
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Ive only ever had german vacuums, SEBO (which I think is much better to be honest) and the MIELE. However, MIELE do claim to be one of the quietest. There are a number of You tube videos showing it in action so that will give you a better idea of the sound.
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This vac is no louder than any normal vac. It shouldn't smell. Do you see any smoke? Hoover has good customer service you should call them.
2272399
It sounds like a vacuum cleaner. It's maybe a little noisier than some hand-held vacs because it is more powerful, but I don't think it's dramatically louder.
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It's no louder than any other vacuum I've had the pleasure of using, so I guess it would be a 3. I live in an apartment and fairly certain it doesn't disturb my neighbors
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I think it is louder then a full size vacuum cleaner. It's pretty loud. Haha.
710184
It's normal, for a smaller vac. It's certainly not loud like a Kirby or anything