A:AnswerHi Arth! Both models will get a great deep clean for your carpets. The main difference between these models is that the High Performance Pet comes with a 5 year warranty instead of the 2 year compared to the WindTunnel 3 Pro. Also, the High Performance has an additional 2 levels of height adjustment making a total of 7 levels and has a quickpass brushroll for two times faster cleaning. Hope this helps! –Karissa, Hoover Customer Care
A:AnswerYes; this vacuum has a need to replace belt located under the bottom plate of the vacuum.
I have both the new Dyson Vacuum for Pet Hair Removal and this new Windtunnel High Performance Pet model. We have a cocker spaniel and a beagle. We had not intended to end up with 2 vacuums, but the following breakdown explains why:
The Dyson is excellent for hard surfaces and getting those dustbunnies (a/k/a globs of dog hair and fur) out from under the beds. The cord is supple, and the head is easy to turn and manipulate around those center legs on king sized beds and those occasional boxes we tend to keep under there. The same ease is found for vacuuming under sofas and chairs. However!! We were disappointed with the suction on our rugs. We have the short napped "oriental" style rugs on our tile floors, and expected a deeper clean after going over the area several times. Evenso, it still brought up a lot of dog hair. This is when my husband bought the Windtunnel. It does solid floors very nicely, too, but it excels on the rugs! We were astounded at the amount of hair it collected, and the machine itself is light and easy to move.
A:AnswerWe used a four year old Windtunnel on our old carpet, and never had the problem you described. The only issue with that one was its inability to adjust in height. We have pets and a daughter with long hair, and have had no problem on the new Windtunnel with the belts as you have described. Our carpet is very dense so if there were to be a problem, it would have already occurred.
A:AnswerThis new Windtunnel has made a fan out of me. It really sucks up the dirt and hair. I can tell a huge difference between it and a cheaper vacuum we bought before this one.
A:AnswerThe Canister is very easy to remove, empty and put back in place. I have cats as well. It picks up well. The downside is that I DO NOT like the long cord. It is way to long and does not re- track. Easy to run over the cord as you vacuum your floors. Another issue I have is that it does not swivel for easier pick up around things. The base is larger as well. I liked the smaller base better myself. I loved my prior Pet Hoover Vacuum much better. But it is no longer made. I always buy the extended Warranty. Through experience I know it is a very wise choice. Return is simple and easy with the extended Warranty. It is worth it to invest a “ little extra” rather than run into any problems and have to pay much more for a new Vacuum. Hope this info. helps.
A:AnswerHi, the Hoover WindTunnel 3 High Performance Pet Bagless Upright Vacuum's carpet height adjustment ranges from the barefloor setting to a high carpet setting for deep pile carpet. Thanks!
A:AnswerThe WindTunnel 3 is a great option for hard floors. It features a height adjustment control which allows you to change to the best height for your floor type. The suction is also strong and designed to lift dirt and debris as well as hair and dust. Thanks, Joseph - The Hoover Team
A:AnswerHi, the Hoover WindTunnel 3 High Performance Pet Bagless Upright Vacuum has an illuminating headlight that spots hard to see dirt, dust, and pet hair in dim-lighted areas. Thanks!
A:AnswerThis Hoover has a hose that stays attached to the unit but does detach at one end to apply other tools. The hose is stretchy so you can clean high or low at a distance and the suction power is wonderful.
A:AnswerHello Undecided,
Some of the improvements and upgrades we have made to this unit over the last few years include the following:
-Revised height adjustment settings
-Improved carbon brush material
-Improved filter communication to reduce loss of suction
Thank you and please let us know if you have any other questions!
Your Hoover Team
