Hoover Sprint QuickVac UH20040 Upright Vacuum Review

The Hoover Sprint QuickVac Upright Vacuum is one of the cheapest upright vacuum cleaners in the market and is firmly in the category of budget vacuum cleaner. It has been one of Hoover's most popular vacs for many years and has thousands of reviews on retail sites such as Amazon. So there's plenty of consumer feedback about the Hoover Sprint QuickVac for us to pick through dating back a number of years. Buyers are attracted to its long list of features and extremely low price.

There's no doubt there are better vacuums out there but many consider this one to be "good enough" for their needs. It is also praised for providing a strong suction and a powerful brushroll that does a surprisingly decent job at removing dirt from floors. On top of that, it comes with a bagless design keeping your ongoing costs to a minimum. Let's take a closer look at what this budget Hoover has to offer.

Pros

The Hoover Sprint QuickVac is regarded as a preferred option by a lot of home owners and buyers since it is fairly lightweight for an upright and has a compact design. Due to such design, its user can conveniently drag or carry it to any place in the house that must be cleaned. It is also equipped with on-board attachments for convenience and a 23-foot cord that eliminates the need for a power outlet nearby. Although this isn't as along as the cords on premium uprights such as Dyson or Shark, it is long enough that you won't be changing power outlets every 2 minutes.

Aside from that, the Hoover Sprint QuickVac is also admired for its Multi-Cyclonic Technology which is responsible for separating finer dirt particles before reaching the filter. Thus, frequent filter rinse is avoided (filters are washable). The Multi-Cyclonic Technology is a great addition to this budget vac and is a feature that is usually reserved for more premium vacuums. It ensures a consistent cleaning experience with No Loss of Suction, according to vacuum cleaner testing standards IEC 60312-1 1st Edition, Clause 5.9. Test results were within the accepted variability tolerance of 5%.

Furthermore, it has a 10-foot above-the-floor cleaning reach, which makes cleaning various surfaces such as stairs, curtains and other hard to reach areas possible. Finally, it comes with the 3 position height adjustment and a system check indicator that makes the vacuum’s maintenance easier. The system check indicator will alert you if there is a clog and when the filter needs to be cleaned or checked.

User feedback suggest that the vacuum is reliable over the long term and that maintenance is easy and low cost.

The Hoover Sprint QuickVac comes with a 1-Year Limited Warranty.

Cons

Since this is a budget vacuum cleaner there are naturally some downsides compared to more expensive models. For instance, the build quality and durability of the Sprint is not as good as you will find on premium vacuums. In addition, the filtration performance of this vacuum is only basic. Although it features a HEPA filter, don't expect the allergen seals on the Sprint to be as completely sealed as on the Miele or Dyson vacuum meaning air may bypass the filter. For instance, several owners have remarked that they can feel air blowing on their face when they operate the vacuum, which is a tell-tale sign.

Since this is a budget vacuum cleaner, its also no surprise that it doesn't have more advanced features such as a brushroll shut-off feature, a retractable cord or a headlight.

Its also worth mentioning that due to the compact size of the vacuum the dirt bin is slightly smaller than on other Upright Vacuum Cleaners, which means you might need to empty it a bit more often.

Verdict

Despite its downsides, the Hoover UH20040 Sprint Upright Vacuum still remains a bestseller. This is because it is lightweight, compact and proven durable. In addition to that, it is equipped with a long list of useful features. On top of that, it is sold at a very budget-friendly price. Indeed, at its current price on Amazon it is significantly discounted from the RRP and would fit nicely into a Best Vacuum Under $50 article, if we had written one (perhaps we should!).

Comparison

Aside from the Hoover UH20040 Sprint Upright Vacuum, you may be considering the Bissell Aeroswift Compact Bagless Upright Vacuum or the No products found.[/easyazon_link] as other options in this price category.  This is because both of these are durable and very reliable.

The advantage of the Bissell Aeroswift Compact Bagless Upright Vacuum is that it is only weighs about 12 pounds. It is sold with high-quality construction which allows it to clean various surfaces such as carpets and upholstery. The hose is also 30 feet long and therefore quite a bit longer than the one on the Hoover Sprint. It is also equipped with an extension wand, a quick release handle, crevice tool and a rotating brush tool for better cleaning output. On top of that, it is fitted with the cyclonic technology which is responsible for keeping the filters clean for a longer period.

The Eureka PowerSpeed is an incredibly lightweight upright vacuum at only 10 pounds. A lot of buyers like this vacuum since it is one of the lightest uprights on the market and has good cleaning performance. In addition to that, it has a larger dirt bin than the Hoover Sprint and also features a headlight. Furthermore, it comes with a bagless design that makes cleaning the vacuum easier. It also comes with a pet turbo brush attachment, which is useful if you have pets.

By checking the features of the products discussed earlier, it is quite obvious that they are among the best budget vacuums in the market at present. But out of the three, the Hoover Sprint QuickVac proves to be the best option if you're on a tight budget since it is sold at a lower price yet equipped with similar features. However if the features on the other vacuums are attractive to you it might be worth spending a bit more.