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Vacuum Cleaners Buying Guide

Our buying guide will explain which type of vacuum cleaner would suit you most, how much you can expect to pay for one, and which features are worth looking out for.



Reviews

3.5

55 reviews
5
(14)
4
(18)
3
(9)
2
(7)
1
(7)
  • Build Quality
    3.0 (2)
  • Value for Money
    4.5 (2)
  • Ease of Use
    5.0 (2)
  • Cleaning & Maintenance
    4.0 (2)
  • Product is used
    • Weekly (1)
    • Monthly (1)
  • Noise Level
    4.5 (2)
  • Pet OwnerYes (1) · No (1)
  • Clogging Issues Yes (0) · No (2)
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Julie

JulieAuckland

  • 10 reviews

Impressed with customer service from Phillips

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The prompt replies from Phillips making good on product concerns made me buy this vacuum cleaner, I have the airfryers which I love and the steam irons which I love from Phillips, let’s hope I have the for this vacuum cleaner . regardless I a. impressed with there prompt wanting to sort out issues . Great work Phillips

Purchased in January 2021 for $250.00.

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Ease of Use
Cleaning & Maintenance
Noise Level
Value for Money
Product is used Weekly
Pet OwnerYes
Floor Type Carpet and Linoleum
Clogging Issues No
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Philips S.Philips

Smoked then stopped working

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I really enjoyed this vacuum, it is powerful and compact. It was working really well for about three years until it started making a sound like it was straining when I turned it on then it died in a puff of smoke. The filters were cleaned regularly. It's out of warranty, so I have been referred to the service centre for repair at my own cost, if repair is possible. Pretty frustrating as this seems to be something that has happened to other units, and a machine of this price should last longer.

Build Quality
Ease of Use
Cleaning & Maintenance
Noise Level
Value for Money
Product is used Monthly
Pet OwnerNo
Floor Type Carpet
Clogging Issues No
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Proximo

ProximoSydney

  • 4 reviews
  • 5 likes

Great suction power!

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This vacuum cleaner is quite powerful, and even after using it for some time, it still has the approx. the same power. The only downside is, it is very hard to find the filters and other parts of this vacuum cleaner. I would strongly suggest to buy some extra filters whenever you purchase any of the Phillips vacuum cleaners.



Date PurchasedSep 2017
1 comment
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Cara Bulger

Cara BulgerDarwin

  • 6 reviews

Good little vacuum

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Suction is maintained over a variety of different surfaces and the attachments are diverse enough that it suits all my needs; pet hair, couch, tile floor... Relatively easy to maneuver around. Really like that it is bagless, to reduce waste and eliminate a constant cost. The only complaint I have it the cord wind up seems to be getting slower and slower every time I use it and I feel like it is going to break and I will not be able to wind up the cord any longer. Which doesn't make it function any worse but does mean that storage is a much bigger hassle.

Date PurchasedAug 2017
BITTING

BITTINGseabrook

  • 4 reviews

powerful baby

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very happy with this little machine, quite surprise with his ability. clean job well done.
the wire longer enough for move around, only issue I had so far is have to clean the filters after use otherwise he will not suck well.
for a 300 m2 house with carpet for all bedrooms and study, he perform well.

Date PurchasedJun 2016
1 comment
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Philips S.Philips
Aron

AronSydney

  • 4 reviews

Ok

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Very good product have bit loud noises but ok for
Cleaning
I bought few months back not very expensive just reasonably priced
Good for household chores very powerful motor and very easy to clean as well
Just use the way you want it won’t disappoint
Easy to take care as well

Date PurchasedApr 2017
1 comment
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CarolH

CarolHMaroochydore

  • 2 reviews

Was good when working - lasted less than 2 yrs

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Not happy Philips. I would have expected it to last a long longer than it did. It had little use as only a professional couple in a brand new house. I have regularly cleaned out the barrel and filter and to look at it, it looks brand new. Today it started making a flapping sound upon turning it on and producing a strong electrical burning smell.

Date PurchasedAug 2015
4 comments
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CarolH
CarolH

Thank you for your prompt reply. I have submitted my details and look forward to hearing from you.

CarolH
CarolH

Thank you for repairing the vacuum cleaner Philips.

Never again

Never again

  • 5 reviews
  • 5 likes

kaboom

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purchsed this model in march of this year only lasted 3 months before it over heated an began to pour out smoke was lucky it did not catch a light. i cleaned the filters after each use so was not that, as for suction it was not to bad just shame it died, got a rrefund

Date PurchasedMar 2017
1 comment
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kd79

kd79Mackay

  • 4 reviews

Does the job

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For its price, I’ve been very happy with this unit. However, I only have three small rooms with carpet and a couple of mats so its not being heavily used or tested. After 10 months of use, still good suction. Whilst a bit annoying to clean, I would still choose a bagless machine if I had my time over to keep expenses down and minimise environmental impact.

Date PurchasedJan 2017
1 comment
Philips
Philips S.Philips

Hi there, thanks for sharing the valuable feedback and glad to hear you like the product. :)

Kind regards,
The Philips Australia Team

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Narelle W

Narelle WAdelaide

  • 10 reviews
  • 1 like

Good little vacuum

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This is a good vacuum cleaner for the price, although I had to buy a replacement filter after trying to clean it in water and it soon got a mouldy smell. The suction is good and works well on the highest setting for my cats fur and after over a year the hose and attachments have not broken

Date PurchasedApr 2016
1 comment
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monaromonaro

monaromonaroMetropolitan Adelaide, SA

  • 38 reviews

Works Well

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Date PurchasedJun 2016
2 comments
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monaromonaro
monaromonaro

Thank you The Philips Australia Team for your comment.

James L

James L

  • 4 reviews

Good vacuum. Satisfied with it

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Date PurchasedJun 2017
1 comment
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Maleo.

Maleo.Tamworth

  • 4 reviews

Not to bad!

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This vacuum cleaner definitely does the job! I saw this one for a great price and snapped it up after moving into a new place. Amazing suction! the only fault, if I was to be not picky would be the cord retraction if there's any kink or the cord isn't being fed it can be a little tough to feed back in, but that's not an issue for me!

Date PurchasedFeb 2017
1 comment
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idira80

idira80Melbourne

  • 6 reviews

powerful suction

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has it for more than a year, i am very satisfied, it always give powerful suction. it also has several head for diferent purposes. i never had any problem. the only negative is the body is a bit bulky, so a bit hard to move freely, especially in small space.

Date PurchasedApr 2016

Disappointing

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Worked very well initially, suction was great. However, the head and hose have had to be replaced after 2 years use, and it is next to impossible to get replacement parts for this vacuum cleaner. We are using generic replacement parts, but they don't work as well. Disappointing.

Date PurchasedMar 2015
1 comment
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Philips S.Philips
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Hart

HartSydney

Excellent

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I live in a one bed apartment with wooden floors and large rugs. The vac is easy to use and manoeuvre with a good pick up. Great that it is bagless, so easy to clean and empty. I would definitely recommend this machine to my friends and family. Good buy!

Date PurchasedOct 2016
1 comment
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Patrick Murphy

Patrick MurphySydney

  • 2 reviews

Good consistent performance

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Very easy to use on tiles, wood, couch fabric and carpet. Great for dog hair too. Easy to empty. Very happy with this purchase. I have been using it for over 6 months now and it has performed consistently well over this period. Price was also very competitive so I am very happy overall.

Date PurchasedSep 2016
1 comment
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Sue B

Sue B

  • 3 reviews

I love this vacuum...

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The vacuum cleaner is so light to carry especially up the stairs which is normally a challenge.
The suction is great and not having to change the bags is awesome, l will never use a bag cleaner again. I don' t have a large area downstairs as it's tiles and carpet but it's great for both. I do have quite a few stairs which the vacuum maneuvers easily into the hard to get corners. It is a little loud but small price to pay for a good machine.
Thank you Phillips...

Date PurchasedSep 2016
1 comment
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The_Hidden_R

The_Hidden_RWestern Australia, 6164

  • 13 reviews

Motor Smoked after 2 years

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Small and compact vacuum - powerful for its size. Had to constantly clean the filter to get a good suction as well as empty the unit. Worked well for the last two years but decided it had enough this morning, I switched it on and it started making sounds like it was straining even after I had cleaned it out. In a minute it started to emit smoke from the back of machine. Its out of warranty... Sadly I'm on the hunt for a replacement now.

Date PurchasedFeb 2015
5 comments
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Rowdy

Rowdy

  • 2 reviews
  • 1 like

Perfect

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Happy overall with this cleaner easy to use on my carpet and tiled floors.. its light weight and has great suction and easy to clean.
This cleaner stores away easy enough.
Simple pleasure to use this cleaner.
Its also very quiet I can vacuum while my baby's sleeping and not wake them

Date PurchasedJun 2015
1 comment
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Questions & Answers

Sue J

Sue Jasked

PowerPro Active Bagless

Hi, I am needing to replace the pre motor filter for vacuum cleaner. I am not able to buy in nz, unless I pay extreme postage and shipping costs. Is there anywhere I can buy direct from. My model number is FC8761/72 thanks

1 answer
Philips
Philips S.Philips

Hi there Sue, thanks for asking and sorry for the late reply. We advise you to contact our Spare part team here for further assistance: https://www.philips.co.nz/content/B2C/en_NZ/support-home/support-contact-page.html

They should be able to assist you further and if not please let us know.

Kind regards,
The Philips Australia Team

Nancy

Nancyasked

PowerPro FC8632/72

Hi, I tried to buy a replacement filter kit as mine is full of mold and stinks. I called the above customer service number and was advised to call Optimum Electronics Solution. They gave me $15 for Motor filter, $6 for the exhaust foam filter and another $15 for freight, whereas Target has the whole replacement filter kit for $14. Unfortunately not available in the stock. Could you please advise where I can get one, which costs around $14-15? Appreciate your assistance.

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Philips
Philips S.Philips

Hey Nancy,

Please have a look here: http://bit.ly/2lCRnf6. If you click on the 'Target' button, you'll find the purchase link for your replacement kit. :)

Kind regards,
The Philips Australia Team

Rayray
Rayray

Mine has gone moldy and smelly too. And I always dry it out properly. Not very good at all when its suppose to be a washable component! Now I have to fork out for a new filter after following washing instructions exactly... Rubbish!

Anisha

Anishaasked

PowerPro FC8631/71

Hi,
I am planning to buy this vaccum but looking at the review most people are dissatisfied with the fact filter is not available easily. Just wanted to know how much does the filter cost and how frequently we need to change it?

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interceptor
interceptor

Here in NZ Briscoes sells kit for around $17-24 NZ. With regular clean and wash 1 kit can last up to 1 year depending how often and how much filth you have to vacuum. For me filters were list of the problem. Shonky extendable tube and USELESS attachments are much more frustrating. I certainly will never buy Philips junk again.

Philips
Philips S.Philips

Thank you for reaching out, Anisha. Could you contact us about this via (AU) 1300 363 391 or (NZ) 0800 658 224? We'd like to sort this out for you, so you can make a good choice. :-)

Kind regards,

The Philips Australia Team

markir
markir

I am in NZ too - and can confirm filters are stocked (as above). Most of the people having trouble finding them are posting from AUS (Phillips rep might like to clarify why they seem to be hard to find there). I'm cleaning/washing the foam filter every 2-4 weeks, and have washed the actual HEPA (the rest of the filter body) once. I was a bit apprehensive as the documentation is ambiguous about which Phillips models have washable HEPA.

I would agree with interceptor above that the robustness of the tube and attachments could be better. So far I've had no problems (haven't had the cleaner that long mind you), but it should be noted that if you are rough attaching/detaching them you will break something!

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