If there’s one brand of canister vacuum cleaner that continues to impress, it’s Eureka. From simple to high-end, they’ve got a wide selection for everybody. Here, we’re going to check out the NEN110A Whirlwind, a basic canister vac that covers all bases and excels at cleaning hard floors.
Powerful 1,200W Motor
Canister vacuums are best known for stronger motors compared to uprights and stick vacs. This is what gives them their versatility to cleaning not just floors but also above-ground surfaces like upholstery and auto interior.
The NEN110A is sporting a heavy-duty 1,200W motor that delivers high-pressure suction for loosening and removing embedded dirt from bare floors and low-pile carpets. As for shaggy area rugs and thicker pile carpeting, this canister will only remove surface debris.
Bare-Floor Vacuumhead
The NEN110A’s lackluster performance on thick carpets is due to its brushroll-less vacuum head. The floorhead lacks a motor- or air-driven beater brush to dislodge debris hiding in high-pile carpets, and the fine bristles located along the edges of the floorhead won’t do much other than massage the surface.
However, on bare floors, this is where the pure-suction floorhead excels; without a beater brush, there’s no risk of leaving scratches on floorboards or tiles.
2-in-1 Dusting and Crevice Tool
Unlike most canister vacuum cleaners, the NEN110A’s cleaning tools are not conveniently stored in a special compartment or accessory bag. Instead, you can find the 2-in-1 dusting brush and crevice tools integrated onto the NEN110A’s handle.
This system offers quicker access and changing between tools when spot-cleaning above-floor surfaces. This unit doesn’t have a motorized brush or pet tool so removing hair from upholstery is going to be a challenge.
Reusable Filter
This canister vacuum is not sporting any high-efficient filter like you would find in a Miele. Instead, it comes with a standard washable filter that traps large and medium-sized particles and stops them from shooting out of the exhaust.
Thankfully, the filter is durable and won’t year when washing, thought it does tend to clog quickly and need frequent washing and drying. With regular maintenance, you can expect to get more than 12 months of use out of the filter before needing to replace it entirely.
3.2-quart Dust Bin
We’re happy to see that Eureka has opted to ditch the ancient bagged system and opt for a more environmentally friendly alternative. The NEN110A comes with a large 3.2-quart dust bin that should store several sessions’ worth of dust and debris before needing to be emptied.
The cup easily detaches from the canister unit to make emptying out quicker and less messy. Be careful when dumping the contents—there’s no rubber O-ring around the latch so leaking can be a problem.
16-foor Power Cord
One thing about the NEN110A that leaves customers yearning for more is the short power cord. Measuring in at only 16 feet long, it’s more of a nuisance than a convenience, especially when wide or several rooms in one vacuuming session.
Without an extension cord, you’ll have to switch to different outlets when moving between rooms. It also comes with a 4-foot suction hose to increase its reach from an outlet to 20 feet.
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Cord Rewind for Quick Storage
Perhaps what’s most surprising about the NEN110A is that despite its short power cord, users won’t have to manually wrap it around onboard hooks when putting the tool away. Instead, a push of a button will send the cord reeling into the canister unit for quick and easy storage.
Even though struggling with a 16-foot power cord is probably not going to be a problem, any convenience-adding feature is a huge bonus!
Oversized Foot-Operated Buttons
Speaking of convenience, we can’t forget to mention the oversized buttons on the canister unit. The power and rewind buttons found on this machine are humungous so you won’t need to bend over to press them. Instead, a tap of the foot will turn the machine on and off as well as reel the cord back whenever you want.
The buttons may stick at times, so perhaps stepping on the them would be more appropriate.
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Verdict: Should I Get the Eureka NEN110A?
As you can see, the NEN110A is missing a lot of features that you may be looking for. It’s not built for cleaning carpets, and the power cord is frustratingly short. At most, it’s a decent canister vacuum for everyday cleaning.
Eureka has made better canister vacuum cleaners before (check out their 3670H Mighty Mite to see what we mean), but overall, considering its super-affordable price tag, it’s definitely worth considering.
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