Wagner vs McCulloch I am planning to purchase a steam cleaner. After reading reviews, I opted not to purchase the Shark, but I am torn between the Wagner 905 and the McCulloch MC 1275. Has anyone tried both? Wagner vs McCulloch I am planning to purchase a steam cleaner. After reading reviews, I opted not to purchase the Shark, but I am torn between the Wagner 905 and the McCulloch MC 1275. Has anyone... » Read More Wagner vs McCulloch I am planning to purchase a steam cleaner. After reading reviews, I opted not to purchase the Shark, but I am torn between the Wagner 905 and the McCulloch MC 1275. Has anyone tried both? « Show Less
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It is my understanding that the McCulloch 1275 and the SteamFast SF-275 are made by Top Innovations out of Riverside, MO.
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does either one come with a brass brush included?also, i remain confused about a couple issues that perhaps someone here might be able to clarify... i have read some sites that say both the wagner and the mcculloch have aluminum boilers, but Michael mentions the mc has a plastic boiler. also, while it certainly LOOKS like these two are made the same (the design is practically identical), there is nothing specific on either company's website to indicate who actually manufactures it.any input would be appreciated and welcome.thanks.
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The Wagner is made by the same manufacture as well, but the Wagner is marketed as a wallpaper steamer first, the McCollough and Steamfast more of a household steam-cleaner. Different attachments and a different look are the main differences. The internal parts have changed thru the year but the wattage, pressure, capacity is all the same.Oh, need to add that the difference between the McCollough MC-1275 and Steamfast SF-275 is that the McCollough has a longer hose-that's basically it.You can always buy the Wagner, and then order the other accessories on-line. That way you get the wallpaper attachment, and just order the triangle attachment for the Wagner from the Steamfast (or other) website. The Wagner is made by the same manufacture as well, but the Wagner is marketed as a wallpaper steamer first, the McCollough and Steamfast more of a household steam-cleaner. Different attachments and a different look are the main differences. The internal parts have changed thru the year but the wattage, pressure, capacity is all the same.Oh, need to add that the difference between the McCollough MC-1275 and Steamfast SF-275 is that the McCollough has a longer hose-that's basically it.You can always buy the Wagner, and then order the other accessories on-line. That... » Read More The Wagner is made by the same manufacture as well, but the Wagner is marketed as a wallpaper steamer first, the McCollough and Steamfast more of a household steam-cleaner. Different attachments and a different look are the main differences. The internal parts have changed thru the year but the wattage, pressure, capacity is all the same.Oh, need to add that the difference between the McCollough MC-1275 and Steamfast SF-275 is that the McCollough has a longer hose-that's basically it.You can always buy the Wagner, and then order the other accessories on-line. That way you get the wallpaper attachment, and just order the triangle attachment for the Wagner from the Steamfast (or other) website. « Show Less
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For better steam output, get the McCulloch. However, it will overpower you with toxic fumes from the plastic boiler.The Wagner is okay for trivial jobs and with its aluminum boiler presents no health problem.
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Mickey--I own a Shark Model V1900 (uses XB1918 Pack) and a Model V1950 (uses XB1945 Pack). Both Shark packs are NiCd 7.2V @ 1.3Ah and use 6 cells (eack cell is 1.2V). I got tired of the original NiCd Packs losing their capacity and charge capability over just a few months of use, so I researched and found that the NiMh HQRP RBH Pack would fit into both vacs; it uses 4 cells (each cell is 1.8 V). The NiMh Pack is rated @ 3Ah, and gives much more runtime AND an appreciable power increase as evidenced by a higher motor pitch. It also is not prone to the "memory affect" that plagues NiCd batteries. I have been using the HQRP Packs for about 3 years and both are still going strong. Mickey--I own a Shark Model V1900 (uses XB1918 Pack) and a Model V1950 (uses XB1945 Pack). Both Shark packs are NiCd 7.2V @ 1.3Ah and use 6 cells (eack cell is 1.2V). I got tired of the original NiCd Packs losing their capacity and charge capability over just a few months of use, so I researched and found that the NiMh HQRP RBH Pack would fit into both vacs; it uses 4 cells (each cell is 1.8 V). The NiMh Pack is rated @ 3Ah, and gives much more runtime AND an appreciable power increase as evidenced by a higher motor pitch. It also is not prone to the "memory affect" that plagues... » Read More Mickey--I own a Shark Model V1900 (uses XB1918 Pack) and a Model V1950 (uses XB1945 Pack). Both Shark packs are NiCd 7.2V @ 1.3Ah and use 6 cells (eack cell is 1.2V). I got tired of the original NiCd Packs losing their capacity and charge capability over just a few months of use, so I researched and found that the NiMh HQRP RBH Pack would fit into both vacs; it uses 4 cells (each cell is 1.8 V). The NiMh Pack is rated @ 3Ah, and gives much more runtime AND an appreciable power increase as evidenced by a higher motor pitch. It also is not prone to the "memory affect" that plagues NiCd batteries. I have been using the HQRP Packs for about 3 years and both are still going strong. « Show Less
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i agree with the above comments. i owned a braun with a cleaner (and a panasonic with cleaner as well) and using soap and water at the panasonic in ultra sonic mode is sufficient to clean the razor. purchasing cleaning 'cups' is not only expensive, but useless and impacts the environment (not a big green junkie, but the keurig coffee cups seem to be causing a stir). it's much easier to do a quick rinse under the faucet with these. the cleaning unit may look like a cool, professional add on, but it is not. btw, the braun i owned was not waterproof and therefore required the cleaning unit, and it was a real pita. i tried the panasonic cleaning unit a couple of times, and went back to soap and water. i agree with the above comments. i owned a braun with a cleaner (and a panasonic with cleaner as well) and using soap and water at the panasonic in ultra sonic mode is sufficient to clean the razor. purchasing cleaning 'cups' is not only expensive, but useless and impacts the environment (not a big green junkie, but the keurig coffee cups seem to be causing a stir). it's much easier to do a quick rinse under the faucet with these. the cleaning unit may look like a cool, professional add on, but it is not. btw, the braun i owned was not waterproof and therefore required the cleaning unit,... » Read More i agree with the above comments. i owned a braun with a cleaner (and a panasonic with cleaner as well) and using soap and water at the panasonic in ultra sonic mode is sufficient to clean the razor. purchasing cleaning 'cups' is not only expensive, but useless and impacts the environment (not a big green junkie, but the keurig coffee cups seem to be causing a stir). it's much easier to do a quick rinse under the faucet with these. the cleaning unit may look like a cool, professional add on, but it is not. btw, the braun i owned was not waterproof and therefore required the cleaning unit, and it was a real pita. i tried the panasonic cleaning unit a couple of times, and went back to soap and water. « Show Less
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I have both and they both work well. However, the Sanitaire seems a little heavier and more well built. I had the Sanitaire first and later ordered the Mighty Mite since it was cheaper. I was very disappointed at first with the Mighty Mite as it seems so much more cheaply built but once I used it I could see that it still had the great suction that the Sanitaire has. I do like the attachments that came with the Sanitaire so much better but they are both good vacuums. I now have 2 Sanitaire's and 1 Mighty Mite and I couldn't do without them!
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I also had no issues with the unit being refurbished. My issue was with it not being advertised as such. Also, as I mentioned, if you were to call Haan and ask the service rep if the Haan Steam Mops cleans floors, you will be told that they do not. You will be told that they just sanitize. I need a mop that cleans my floors so I returned mine and am still out on what to purchase next.
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Does anyone know if the Hoover Platinum with Canister Vac is any good? I was between that and Electrolux but I saw the bad reviews for the Oxygen. We have cats, dogs, children so I vacuum everyday, and seem to destroy a vacuum every 1 1/2 years between everything.... Okay maybe 2x a day... Any suggestions?
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I just have to add that I've had an old Hoover Spirit canister for many years, which I bought at the time for about $70. It's still going strong -- wonderful performance -- despite a broken wheel (my fault). Almost no servicing over the years. How I wish I could replace it! I've returned or junked several more expensive brands since then, and reverted to using the Hoover. HOWEVER...I would never buy a new Hoover, based on the reviews. This brand has totally gone downhill. Except that I bought a Hoover carpet steam cleaner several years ago that seems to work quite well. Why can't Hoover build a comparable vacuum? Same old story: corporations get bought out and degraded. No one cares... What a shame! I just have to add that I've had an old Hoover Spirit canister for many years, which I bought at the time for about $70. It's still going strong -- wonderful performance -- despite a broken wheel (my fault). Almost no servicing over the years. How I wish I could replace it! I've returned or junked several more expensive brands since then, and reverted to using the Hoover. HOWEVER...I would never buy a new Hoover, based on the reviews. This brand has totally gone downhill. Except that I bought a Hoover carpet steam cleaner several years ago that seems to work quite well. Why can't Hoover... » Read More I just have to add that I've had an old Hoover Spirit canister for many years, which I bought at the time for about $70. It's still going strong -- wonderful performance -- despite a broken wheel (my fault). Almost no servicing over the years. How I wish I could replace it! I've returned or junked several more expensive brands since then, and reverted to using the Hoover. HOWEVER...I would never buy a new Hoover, based on the reviews. This brand has totally gone downhill. Except that I bought a Hoover carpet steam cleaner several years ago that seems to work quite well. Why can't Hoover build a comparable vacuum? Same old story: corporations get bought out and degraded. No one cares... What a shame! « Show Less
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I think you should choose a different model or brand I had trouble with this model 0515034 ProCoat the first week. Wagner would not honor the warranty, it is a throw away model.
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I bought mine on this website as I have had good luck with products I've purchased here. This machine is incredible! It's light and moves easily over the floor. My floor is so, so clean after using. You must think about where you plug it in so you don't walk over just cleaned area or wait for that area to dry. Guess how I learned this! The other thing that doesn't bother me but may bother others is that you must wait until the pressure releases before emptying and putting away. Don't buy a Shark - they're junk.
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I have never used the Shark but I really like the Swiffer it does a great job on our stained concrete floors. The pros are that the card is really long so you aren't constantly having to change plugs all the time. The only con is that you have to continuously press the steam button and can get a little uncomfortable if you are doing large spaces.
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It didn't really steam up. When I touched the mop cover, it was just a little warm. My old shark mop literally had steam coming out all over the place and it was really hot steam. Rather than return it and have to search for another one, I kept it since it did clean the floor (I wet the mop cover before I put it on), just don't think it's sanitizing. Will eventually get another shark mop in the future, probably in about a year since it'll cost over $100 and this one cost only $49. Besides, I have a dog and the floor needs to be mopped again after he's been inside the house 3 hours. Thank goodness I'm not a germaphobe. It didn't really steam up. When I touched the mop cover, it was just a little warm. My old shark mop literally had steam coming out all over the place and it was really hot steam. Rather than return it and have to search for another one, I kept it since it did clean the floor (I wet the mop cover before I put it on), just don't think it's sanitizing. Will eventually get another shark mop in the future, probably in about a year since it'll cost over $100 and this one cost only $49. Besides, I have a dog and the floor needs to be mopped again after he's been inside the house 3 hours. Thank... » Read More It didn't really steam up. When I touched the mop cover, it was just a little warm. My old shark mop literally had steam coming out all over the place and it was really hot steam. Rather than return it and have to search for another one, I kept it since it did clean the floor (I wet the mop cover before I put it on), just don't think it's sanitizing. Will eventually get another shark mop in the future, probably in about a year since it'll cost over $100 and this one cost only $49. Besides, I have a dog and the floor needs to be mopped again after he's been inside the house 3 hours. Thank goodness I'm not a germaphobe. « Show Less
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I have had both. The newer model actually lasted less time than the older models. I did not see any advantage in cleaning.
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I'm even more late, but thought I'd add my 2 cents. I have used two norelco rotary shavers, two Braun foil shavers and a Panasonic foil. Hands down the best shave is from the Panasonic. One of the Norelco's is my first electric razor purchased back in 1994 and still running like new - now that is quality construction. However the shave closeness is not as good compared to more recent shavers and takes forever. The other norelco is a much newer one, one of their recent nivea lotion models. I can get a good shave out of it, but it lacks in comparison to the Panasonic, not as close and takes much longer. The Braun's both performed excellently, but always left me with irritation, and sometimes good burns too. Both were self-cleaning synchro shavers. If you want strictly dry shaving, Braun is a good choice. Panasonic, a fully immersible wet/dry electric, I may have never used this razor dry, I can't remember so I won't comment on that. i prefer wet shaving with a quality soap or cream and brush, in the shower. It always gives me an almost blade close shave, without any irritation or most importantly bleeding. It never looses power when confronted with dense growth unlike the norelco's. If I have 2 days growth the norelco motor is audibly and sensibly effected. The Panasonic is unaffected It's motor plows through anything. I have loved my Panasonic ES8228S so much, but have decided to upgrade to the ES-LA93K. Will the Panasonic be up on ebay, like the fate of my other dis-guarded razors? HELL NO! I will keep it for a rainy day, change of pace, in case the 93k explodes or some other act of God takes it from me. I will continue to love my ES8228S for it's lifetime. Seriously guys, it's that good.
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The comparisons I made were based on what I needed in a cleaner and the price. I chose this model because of the lift-off feature, pet cleaning equipment and because its a deep cleaner. The price was great in comparison to store and other on-line prices, and free shipping with Amazon. I'm very happy with my choice around. Hope this helps.
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I had a Shark unit before the Haan and I gave it away pre-maturely because I no longer had wood floors. Now I have them again so I wanted to buy a better unit. The consumer buying guide rated this one at the top. So, I got it. It works well but it seems like the cheaper Shark produced more steam. I still like this one better because it heats up very fast and for the money you get a handheld that you can use in smaller places (ie. counter tops etc.). I'm happy. It's definitely better constructed than the Shark. Good luck.
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If you're going to spend that much, buy a MIELE brand. I'm looking to replace ours, which is about 10 years old. It's easy to use and lightweight with great suction. I'm looking to see if any other brands are equivalent and cheaper possibly for replacement. I saw your comment and thought I'd comment.
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Hi Karla. I'm Diane (Edward's wife) and I'm the one who purchased and uses the machine. I have a fair amount of carpet, with a number of different piles, in my home. I have owned three different carpet cleaning machines over the years. I love this machine. I much prefer the roller brushes (as opposed to the spinning scrubbers on my prior Hoover machine). I checked Bissell's website to compare the two models and refresh my memory. I bought the 47A2 based on the following: 47A2 has a bigger tank (1.25 gallons compared to 1 gallon); 47A2 has dual power brushes with 10 cleaning rows ( compared to 8852's one power brush with 6 cleaning rows). I think 47A2 is a bit lighter. I thought my prior Hoover was decent, but when I took the 47A2 for a test drive on my "two dog" carpet, I was impressed. It cleaned beautifully and it really "sucks". My carpet dried very quickly. Hopes this helps.