Most starter drum vacuums are not equipped with a motorized brush which severely limits their effectiveness on carpets.
To be able to take advantage of one with this, you have two options.
Spend $200 to $300 on a high-quality can of motorized brush like the Dyson DC39 or get a mid-range variety like the Hoover WindTunnel SH40070 for just under $160.
It won’t have the higher priced can bells and whistles, but for carpet cleaning it will do a good enough job without blowing the budget and you can also use it on a hard surface with the on/off brush feature.
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Quick look at the features
- WindTunnel technology uses 3 suction channels to deeply clean dirt from carpet
- The main floor tool has a rotating function that makes it easy to operate a dime
- Equipped with a motorized brush that can be turned on or off
- Multi-cyclonic feature maintains suction performance even while the cup is full of dirt
- 11 feet above the ground
- 17ft power cord with wire twist cord
- Equipped with a HEPA filter to prevent 99.97% of allergens from coming back in
- The dirt cup has an easy-to-open cup and bottom
- The main filter is washable
- 3 years warranty
Positives
- Equipped with a motorized brush that can be turned on or off making it effective on both carpets and bare floor surfaces
- The main floor tool can rotate
- The body has a latch so you can lock the hose in place so it doesn’t fall off
- It has a HEPA filter
- It comes with a 3-in-1 tool that you can use to clean upholstery, dust, clean corners and crevices
- Competitive price
- Decent 3-year warranty (based on Hoover website)
- There is a winding wire
- Great on stairs
Negatives
- short power cord
- No small auto tool for upholstery
- No storage for hard floor brush tool
- Complaints about engine burnout
What do you expect from the Hoover WindTunnel Air SH40070?
The WindTunnel SH40070 might not have the premium features of a Dyson DC39 or Electrolux UltraActive, but if you’re just looking for something that gets the job done without spending a lot of money, look no further.
This motor is powered by a 12A motor that has enough suction power to clean both bare floors and carpets. This force is enhanced by a motorized brush roller that can be turned on and off.
This is a great feature if your home has expensive hardwood.
It has foot controls to operate the machine and to rewind the cord. The motorized brush can be turned on and off using the switch on the handle.
bare floor performance
You will have two options for cleaning exposed floor surfaces.
The first option would be to use a main floor attachment that has a motorized brush (which you can turn off) which would be great for regular cleaning on surfaces such as hardwood or tiled floors.
The second option would be to use a hard floor brush attachment that has soft bristles and is optimal for use when you want to clean a dusty area (eg under the bed).
The main floor tool can be rotated for easy maneuverability.
carpet performance
This will also work well on carpets because it has a motorized brush that combines this with WindTunnel technology that allows for deep cleaning of dirt on low to medium carpets.
Watch this video on how to perform it on a carpet that has only been vacuumed…
If you have carpeted stairs, you can take off the telescopic wand and attach a floor tool just under the handle to make it easier to clean the stairs.
You’ll be a bit handicapped if you have long stairs because of the short 17-foot power cord.
upholstery performance
It is perfectly capable of cleaning dirt from different types of upholstery (fabric, leather, etc.) with the 3-in-1 multi-tool that includes a dusting brush, crevice and upholstery tool.
Pet hair removal
Cleaning pet hair on the carpet will not be a problem because of the strong suction and it has a motorized brush that picks up pet hair that gets caught between the carpet threads.
You may have difficulty with pet hair on upholstery because it lacks a small motorized brush tool. But the included upholstery tool will work on other types of dirt.
Attachments and accessories
Comes with 2 – 3 in 1 dusting brush/crevice/upholstery tool and hard floor brush tool.
You can store the 3-in-1 tool on the telescopic wand but the hard floor brush tool can’t be stored anywhere on the vacuum, and you’ll have to find another storage area for it.
rope length
The power cord is 17 feet long and has a cord winding function which saves a lot of time.
It’s on the short side, so you may want to consider getting a can with a longer cord if you own a large home.
Filter cleaning
You will have two filters to clean, a HEPA media filter and a washable main foam filter.
The main filter should be cleaned at least once every two months for optimum performance. You can purchase an additional filter so you can continue to use the vacuum cleaner while the filter is drying.
The HEPA filter on the side of the can can’t be washed but you can still clean it by clicking it in the trash. This should be done at least once every two months.
Guarantee
If you look at the Amazon product page, it only says that it comes with a 2-year warranty, but the Hoover product page states that it has a 3-year warranty.
Watch it in action
Open the package and test the performance on the carpet…
product specification
| Features | |
| attachments | 3 in 1 Crevice / Dust Brush / Upholstery Tool
Hard Floor Brush Tool telescopic stick |
| rope length | 17 feet |
| Automatic wire winding |
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| motorized brush |
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| Brush on/off switch |
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| rotates on axis |
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| the Flashlight |
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| Filter clogging indicator |
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| bin full indicator |
The dirt container is transparent so you can see if it is full |
| without bag |
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| multi surface |
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| self-propelled |
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| Net weight | 13.22 EGP |
| Purchase Weight | 22.6 pounds |
| hose length | 6 feet |
| cleaning path | 11 inches |
| Generally above ground reach | 11 feet |
| dirt capacity | 1.98 liters |
| filter type | HEPA + washable foam filter |
| Energy | 12 amps |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Made in | China |
| Guarantee | 3 years |
Customer Reviews
According to consumers, cleaning performance is not a question mark as it will clean hard floors and carpets. It may struggle on thick carpets but it should work well and can be cleaned deeply on thin to medium piles.
Some consumers have complained that hard floor brushes are difficult to use and tend to push dust and dirt around.
A better option would be to use the main floor tool on hard surfaces with the brush turned off.
Some also find the 3-in-1 tool a bit confusing to use but you can attach it to a telescopic stick or handle on both sides so it isn’t difficult to use.
The biggest complaint here is engine burnout. Many consumers who gave poor reviews in various online stores said that after several uses they smelled smoke, as it turned out that the engine stopped.
One consumer noted that you will have to clean the filters regularly so that the engine does not burn out.
Other complaints include the difficulty squeezing the rug and the difficulty of the telescopic stick to fold it again.
Where can I buy this?
You can buy this on Amazon for less than $160 and it will be eligible for free 2-day shipping if you join Prime.
Extended warranties are also available for up to 3 years if you want that extra peace of mind.
to finish
This would be great for people who can’t afford a top-of-the-line canister like a Dyson but are still looking for something that will be on par in terms of performance on the carpet.
It won’t have Dyson’s access or auxiliary tools but will clean almost fine on low to medium pile carpet.
It has the ability to spin plus it has wind tunnel technology which means it can deep clean most carpet surfaces and it weighs less than 15 lbs so it is reasonably light.
You can also clean above-ground spaces such as stairs, tables, chairs, sofas, etc. with the 3-in-1 multitool and long telescopic wand.
Yes, there are complaints about engine burn-out which is a concern but there are consumers who reject this and say that you should do your due diligence and clean filters regularly to prevent this from happening.
It comes with a 3-year warranty according to Hoover, so there are some safety nets.