[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm going to be giving a full 100% unbiased and honest review on this Philips Performer Active Bagged Vacuum Cleaner which is ideal for people with pets and allergens. When purchasing products, I personally rely on reviews to tell me whether or not if this product is worth purchasing and I can say that this vacuum cleaner is the best vacuum cleaner I've had! I just wish I had saw this prior to purchasing that my other hoover as I definitely would have preferred to have ordered this vacuum cleaner!
‣‣ Packaging/Contents;
As can be expected, when I received this vacuum cleaner it came fully sealed in a Philips branded box which had several pictures, paragraphs of text and features around the box. On the front of the box you will see a picture of the vacuum cleaner itself, alongside several amounts of descriptive text about the features of the hoover, what the accessories do and the energy levels. Taking a look around the side of the box (as can be seen in the pictures attached to this review) you will be able to see how the vacuum cleaner has been designed to work through the airflow max technology. Taking a look at the top of the box is where you will be able to see a full description of the different modes, features and accessories. Once you get inside of the box, you will find the following contents which are waiting for you to set them up:
- 1x Pack of Instruction Manuals, Energy Levels, Important Information Booklet and Guarantee Information.
- 1x Philips Performer Active Vacuum Cleaner Base itself.
- 5x Vacuum Cleaner Attachments (TriActive+, TurboBrush, Hard Floor Nozzle, Integrated Brush and Crevice Tool).
- 1x Vacuum Cleaner Hose.
- 1x Telescopic Extension Adjustable Tube.
‣‣ Setup;
Setting up this vacuum cleaner is very easy to figure out by yourself as although the instruction manuals feature detailed pictures there is no text, however this isn't necessary. Once you take everything out of the box, lay everything separately on the ground. Take the vacuum cleaner hose and attach the shaped end into the vacuum cleaner suction hole which should click when attached. Once attached, take the telescopic extension adjustable tube and attach this to the other end of the hose. One of the attachments that you should receive is a crevice tool and holder. Attach the crevice tool to the holder and then attach this to your preferred location on the adjustable tube. Next, choose which vacuum cleaner attachment you want to use. Dependant on what attachment you're using, adjust the dial on the hoover for the right mode and then power on to start cleaning.
‣‣ Purpose/Features;
The main purpose of this Philips Performer Active Vacuum Cleaner is to filter 99% of the smallest of all particles between 0.3 and 10 microns whether that would be dust, pet hair or pollen. It is designed to help you have a cleaner home as well as protecting both you and your family from allergens. It does this by reducing allergy triggers through the vacuum cleaners filtration process and powerful performance levels both on hard-floor & carpet. Having taken a thorough look around this vacuum cleaner it has a very nice, sleek looking design to it. The vacuum cleaner itself seems to be made out of a strong plastic which looks and feels that if it was to get hit off doorways or walls, it wouldn't break easily. Prior to testing the hoover, I researched the key features of this hoover and one of them was that it's lightweight. This is exactly that! When it came to testing the vacuum cleaner, I first picked it up to change it's position and was shocked at how super lightweight it was. Alongside of it being super lightweight there is also a very comfortable handle at the top of the vacuum cleaner, which makes it very easy to carry around. Taking a look at the bottom/back of the hoover you will find a third wheel. This third wheel makes it very easy to manoeuvre the hoover around my house as it has a 360 degree rotation, allowing you to change it's position very easily. When I saw the telescopic extension adjustable tube, I was shocked to say the least. As I'm a 6ft 4" man, I normally have to overreach to get into tight corners or smaller areas. With this extension tube, it allows me to stand upright in my normal position and at a click of a button, I can get into those hard to reach places very easily.
Having several attachments with this hoover allows you to use a different attachment for a different use. The TriActive+'s main feature is that it has triple suction with side brushes which means that with every stroke it will deliver an immediate and excellent result on both carpets and hardfloors. The TurboBrush is specifically designed for pet hair and carpets removing both pet hair & dust, as well as any other rubbish. The brush inside of the nozzle actively removes small dust particles and pet hair. On the other hand the Hard Floor Nozzle as can be told from the title, is specifically designed for hardfloors. The special brush on the nozzle is designed to make it especially appropriate for the thorough cleaning of hardfloors without causing any damage. The round integrated brush is best used for general hard surface dusting and is a must use for anywhere which has a pileup of dust. The bristles on the brush are perfect for cleaning stubborn areas around your home without scratching the surface. I use this particular brush for getting into tight corners and to remove all necessary dust along skirting boards, picture frames & wall-units. The last attachment is the crevice tool which is an essential tool for cleaning around your home and getting into tight areas such as; down the side of your sofa, on/around car seats and in car door's. This crevice tool has been perfectly designed as it allows you to get into tight areas where you normally couldn't get into with your vacuum cleaner.
‣‣ Pros;
- Super lightweight, don't have to put much effort into carrying this vacuum cleaner.
- Looks fantastic, has a very sleek looking finish to it.
- Small for a vacuum cleaner, allowing you to store it away not taking up much space.
- You receive multiple attachments which allows you to use different attachments for different uses.
- Automatic cord reeling system. Just click the plug button on the front and you don't have to worry about wrapping up the plug.
‣‣ Cons;
- If I was too be very picky, the only negative about this hoover is that the cable isn't long enough for my house as explained in the summary.
‣‣ My Opinion/Summary;
As previously stated, this has to be the best vacuum cleaner that I've ever had the pleasure of owning. I'm in love with the amount of different features and positives that this vacuum cleaner has whether that would be because it's portable, super lightweight, small allowing to store away with room, it has multi-functions, several attachments and a telescopic extension tube. I have a female border collie which shreds a lot of hair throughout the year, which means that we have to hoover on-the-go. With this Philips Active Bagged Vacuum Cleaner it makes this process a whole lot easier with the portability. In my household downstairs we have laminate flooring and upstairs we have carpet flooring. Having a hoover which is specifically designed to work on both surfaces is fantastic. With my previous hoover I would often find myself having to go over what I had already been over to make sure that the pet hair had been picked up. With the TriActive+ attachment and the way it is designed, I only have to go over the carpet once or twice which is much better. Although none of the people within my household suffer from allergens, I have read that this does work for those that do suffer from allergens. The power that this vacuum cleaner has is immense, it picks up every last bit of dirt necessary. As previously mentioned the only negative if I was too be very picky about this hoover is that the cable isn't long enough for my house. I previously mentioned that this vacuum cleaner has a extra-long cable, however it's not long enough for my household but will be for most. I live in a six bedroom house which basically means that I live in a very big house. I would often find myself having to switch the plug from one side of the house to the other, when it came to cleaning the other side. Apart from this, which isn't a big issue, I'm absolutely in love with this vacuum cleaner and look forward to using it. This vacuum cleaner is brilliant, 5/5 stars!
If you're looking for a vacuum cleaner to purchase, I would definitely recommend purchasing this Philips Active Bagged Vacuum Cleaner!