Yes, that's true but then thanks to its minority aspect, at least finding bags and consumables for Oreck is a lot better.
Having been on EBay this morning though, there's a fair amount of Oreck uprights that are being sold at cheaper prices. Far cheaper than the prices new that JL stores are selling the Oreck models - and we don't get the more modern ones that the U.S have. It seems at long last, the UK are beginning to see the truth of Oreck and its claims. They're good machines but they're not worth the £300 to £400 asking prices - I'd rather spend that on a TOL Miele or similar - the Gtech Air Ram is a good idea but Id much prefer a mains power option rather than rely on batteries alone.
If Miele had a proper, smaller lightweight bagged upright, it could effectively knock Oreck off - or even Hoover, like a true Junior model instead of that silly Athyss hand stick that appeared years ago. I always liked the Miele D'Art system but for elderly people, having to bend down to the floor to change the bag (and same with the canisters) isn't always convenient. The Hometek is a neat and well priced vacuum that just needs a little more user friendliness in terms of maintenance and spares.
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