Eureka AirSpeed Gold Bagless Upright Vacuum

Saturday, 25 June 2011

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The Eureka Airspeed Gold is a relatively inexpensive bagless upright vacuum that provides strong suction through Eureka’s Airspeed technology. It comes with a number of attachments and is also getting good reviews from owners. Consumers like the unit’s powerful suction and easy-empty dirt canister but the vacuum is a bit heavy and several owners note that the filters need to be cleaned frequently. [REF Eureka Vacuum Reviews]

Consumer ratings were found on a number of reputable sites and indicate that, for the most part, owners are happy with their purchase (see table below). The average rating for this unit is 0.88. You can compare this to other vacuums in our Vacuum Cleaner Ratings table or in the Upright Vacuum Ratings table

Source	Consumer Ratings	#Ratings
Amazon	4.1 stars out of 5	15
Best Buy	4.2 stars out of 5	9
Kohls	4.8 stars out of 5	13
Lowes	4.7 stars out of 5	6
Sears	5 stars out of 5	1

Also, a review of consumer comments provides some insights into common Eureka Airspeed Gold likes and dislikes:

PROS
- Strong suction
- Very easy to empty to the dust canister
- Turbo attachment works well
- Effective on both carpet and bare floors
- Good edge cleaning
- Wand is easy to use
- Long power cord
- Not too expensive
- Fairly easy to maneuver

CONS
- Filters need to be cleaned frequently
- Filters require periodic replacement
- Heavy
- Instruction manual is not very easy to understand
- Lots of plastic used in construction
- No auto cord rewind
- Brushbar cannot be turned off

About the Airspeed models
There are presently several different models of Airspeed vacuum cleaners by Eureka. These include the Airspeed AS1000A, the Airspeed Pet AS1002A, the Airspeed Gold AS1001A and the Airspeed Gold AS1001AX. The Gold AS1001A and the Gold AS1001AX are the same machine but the AS1001A is the model available in Canada while the AS1001AX is available elsewhere (like the USA).

All the Airspeed models are remarkably similar with the Gold series having a longer power cord than the other two and also a few more tools. The Airspeed Pet comes with a special pet power brush and also a pet upholstery brush.

Airspeed technology involves utilizing a short but large diameter air pipe (with few bends) between the floor and the dirt canister. The exhaust pipe is also larger to accommodate the increased airflow through the machine. This approach is said to increase vacuum suction and dirt removal. There is also a switch that allows the user to transfer all the airflow to the extension hose for cleaning with tools/attachments.

The Airspeed Gold Vacuum Cleaner
The Eureka Airspeed Gold is powered by a 12 amp motor and it also uses cyclonic technology (many vacuums are using cyclonic technology these days – this seems to have been made particularly famous by Dyson). Eureka Whirlwind Cyclonic Technology spins air at very high speeds which causes dirt and debris to be drawn out of the airpath and into the dirt canister. This approach is said to help maintain strong suction while vacuuming (while the dirt canister is filling) and to also help filters stay cleaner longer (although several owners feel that the filters need to be cleaned rather frequently on this machine).

The Airspeed is designed for both carpet and bare floors and it uses a powered brushbar. The brushbar on this machine cannot be turned off however and some folks may feel this to be an inconvenience or a problem on some hard flooring. There is height adjustment to accommodate both bare floors and carpet.

HEPA filtration is standard with the Eureka Airspeed and this will be good news for those suffering from allergies or asthma. HEPA filtration removes the likes of pollen, dust mites, pet dander and other allergens from the air. The dirt canister is “bottom-empty” and is reported by consumers to be quite easy to empty. In addition, the Airspeed Gold comes with a number of tools and attachments:

- extension wand (plastic)
- combination dusting brush and upholstery tool
- stair and upholstery turbo brush
- crevice tool

The vacuum is marketed as lightweight but at 18.5 lbs it really isn’t that lightweight, and some consumers even complain that it is too heavy. It does have excellent reach however as the result of a lengthy power cord of 32 feet and a 14 foot accessory hose. The power cord is non-retractable however, to some owner’s disappointment. It also has a fairly wide cleaning path of 14 inches, edge cleaning capability and it carries a 2 year parts and labor warranty.

Vacuum Cleaner Owner’s Manual
You can get more vacuum cleaner details and read more about maintenance and features in the Airspeed Gold owner’s manual.

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Elizabeth Morrids - MRS

| 50.92.184.10 | 2011-11-29 09:07:08

It is hard to attach the dust catcher back to the machine when you empty it, am i doing something wrong?

Carrie

| 66.76.90.1 | 2011-12-14 20:46:00

Yes it is extremely hard to reattach!!

Need help - Brush does not spin

| 184.59.60.89 | 2011-12-12 13:25:57

After I accidentally tried to vacuum up a towel (don't ask), the brush does not spin. Did I break a belt, and if so, how do I get to the belt? The instructions have something to be desired.

D - Fix Brush

| 99.43.254.45 | 2012-01-23 22:07:47

Oh this happened to me after the 3rd time i used the vacuum and I just fixed it. Yes you broke the belt on the brush, the vacuum should of come with an extra belt that you need to simply put in for the broken one. Unscrew the 4 screws of the cover of the brush and you'll see the broken belt.

Nathan - belt

| 107.4.158.104 | 2012-02-23 15:25:44

They send a replacement belt with it when you buy it if It didnt call the company and they will send you one for free

ashlee - suction

| 24.247.3.160 | 2012-03-08 15:49:02

why does it randomly not suck anything up!? it happens all the time for no apparent reason, I've emptied the canister and everything, yet it has a hard time with suction

Melissa - reinstall filter/canister

| 74.104.18.16 | 2012-03-16 05:26:06

I've used this vacuum twice and am already dreading getting it out again today...very difficult to get back together once the canister has been removed. My hands were covered with dust after pulling the filter out and took several attempts to get the canister to clip back , thought I was going to break it.......it does clean well but if I can't empty it and put back together????

Angela - Turned off and won't turn bac

| 50.42.54.234 | 2012-03-29 07:07:28

I agree the cannister is tricky--think I have now figured that out. Line the little symbol up with the yellow latch. BUT, my problem is it won't turn on--if it were still clogged after reheating wouldn't it at least try? If the belt were broken or the filters needed changing(I've cleaned them) wouldn't it at least try to turn on?