Hoover ONEPWR Blade+ Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner, Lightweight, BH53310V, Silver

After 2 weeks of use, I began to smell plastic burning. A closer examination revealed the brush roll was overheating at the belt pulley. This is simply a poor design; engineered without bearings strictly to save money. Not that it really mattered, because before I could contact customer service to look into filing a warranty claim, the battery quit charging. Thankfully, I remembered the store I bought it from has a 30-day return policy. I'd much rather get my money back and buy another brand.I should have known by reading the reviews that Hoover no longer manufacturers a reliable product. There's no excuse for making trash like this.

I used this vacuum maybe a total 6 times; light use in my approx. 750 sq ft apartment, on vinyl floors and low pile carpet. Nothing heavy-duty or unusual. After the 3rd use, the brush head was making a screeching sound and the spin action was getting delayed. Took it all apart to make sure there was nothing blocking it. By the 6th use I started to smell a burning smell. Looked at the side panel of the brush head and there was a melted indentation of the brush head’s motor. Screwed off the side panel and the motor was all torn up; confirmed: it had burned into the plastic. Clearly there isn’t enough space in the side panel between the motor and the plastic cover, as there is evident friction between the two. Can no longer use the brush head as it’s irreparably ... MoreI used this vacuum maybe a total 6 times; light use in my approx. 750 sq ft apartment, on vinyl floors and low pile carpet. Nothing heavy-duty or unusual. After the 3rd use, the brush head was making a screeching sound and the spin action was getting delayed. Took it all apart to make sure there was nothing blocking it. By the 6th use I started to smell a burning smell. Looked at the side panel of the brush head and there was a melted indentation of the brush head’s motor. Screwed off the side panel and the motor was all torn up; confirmed: it had burned into the plastic. Clearly there isn’t enough space in the side panel between the motor and the plastic cover, as there is evident friction between the two. Can no longer use the brush head as it’s irreparably damaged. Not interested in repairing it, as it’s not even worth the cost.

I was initially satisfied with this vacuum and it worked well for the first few months. The power brush started making a grinding noise and I've discovered that the plastic holding the brush as it spins is wearing away. It won't last long. We mostly have hardwood and tile floors with two area rugs. It should not be wearing out this quickly! The battery life is good but I don't like having to remove it every time to charge it. It's difficult to switch between attachments in terms of getting them pulling them out of the base to switch them- they always seem stuck. I do plan on contacting the company to see if they have any solutions.I had a Dyson V7 for almost 10 years that we still use. I regret not sticking with the more expensive vacuum if this is what I get for ... MoreI was initially satisfied with this vacuum and it worked well for the first few months. The power brush started making a grinding noise and I've discovered that the plastic holding the brush as it spins is wearing away. It won't last long. We mostly have hardwood and tile floors with two area rugs. It should not be wearing out this quickly! The battery life is good but I don't like having to remove it every time to charge it. It's difficult to switch between attachments in terms of getting them pulling them out of the base to switch them- they always seem stuck. I do plan on contacting the company to see if they have any solutions.I had a Dyson V7 for almost 10 years that we still use. I regret not sticking with the more expensive vacuum if this is what I get for less money.