Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #7721 in Home
- Color: Dynamic Blue/Black
- Brand: Panasonic
- Model: MC-UL425
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 42.00" h x
12.00" w x
13.50" l,
16.00 pounds
Features
- Lightweight "Jet Force" 12-Amp Motor Upright Bagless Technology for easy cleaning
- Pet Friendly with bonus Air Turbine included; Quickdraw on-board tools
- Cyclonic Filterless Cup for easy handling of dust particles; HEPA Filter System
- Bare Floor Agitator Shutoff; Automatic Carpet Height Adjustment, Soft Wheels for the elimination for scratching floors, Automatic 24 Foot Cord Reel, Dual Active Edge Cleaner
- Automatic carpet height adjustment, dual active edge cleaner, 24 foot cord, 13-inch nozzle width
- Measures 12-inch (L) by 13.5-inch W by 42-inch (H), dynamic blue/black finish, 16-pound
- Lightweight "Jet Force" 12-Amp Motor Upright Bagless Technology for easy cleaning
- Pet Friendly with bonus Air Turbine included; Quickdraw on-board tools
- Cyclonic Filterless Cup for easy handling of dust particles; HEPA Filter System
- Bare Floor Agitator Shutoff; Automatic Carpet Height Adjustment, Soft Wheels for the elimination for scratching floors, Automatic 24 Foot Cord Reel, Dual Active Edge Cleaner
- Automatic carpet height adjustment, dual active edge cleaner, 24 foot cord, 13-inch nozzle width
- Measures 12-inch (L) by 13.5-inch W by 42-inch (H), dynamic blue/black finish, 16-pound
Product Description
Panasonic New -inchJet Force-inch Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner, Weighs less than 16-pound, Powerful 12AMP Motor System, Cyclonic Filterless Cup Technology, Carpet Height Adjustment, 13-Inch Cleaning Path, 24-feet Power Cord with Automatic Cord Rewind, 10-feet attachment reach (Includes Crevice Tool & Floor Brush), Dual-side Active Edge Cleaning, HEPA Filter (MC-194H), Bonus: Pet Friendly Air Turbine System included, Dynamic Blue-Black finish, Measures: 12-inch L by 13-1/2-inch W by 42-inch H, 16-pound. Accessories: Belt (MC-V390B)
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
75 of 78 people found the following review helpful.
Great Vacuum
By Stephenie
Purchased this vacuum in August 2012...I would rate it highly. Only complaint is that the top round 4 inch filter on the unit seems to get dirty rather quickly (which probably means it's working fine to trap dust). All you have to do is wash it out with water to clean it...the problem is that it takes forever for it to dry out (24 hours is suggested). Thus you can't use the vacuum until that filter is completely dry. I ended up having to purchase a second filter, which I can pop in while the first one is drying, should you want to use the vacuum again in less than 24 hours.Took me awhile with Panasonic on the phone to get the part number and finally get it ordered. (Part Number: AC44KDMTZOOO Price: $11.44 plus shipping and tax)
67 of 70 people found the following review helpful.
Great vacuum from Panasonic - lightweight, lossless suction comparable to Dyson. But read on for side-by-side comparisons...
By Mad Max
We tested *most* of the top-selling vacuums on Amazon, in side-by-side tests. First, two observations:(1) Dyson is not the "best" vacuum ever made, but they do have the best marketing. If you're looking for the "best" vacuum, let's reframe the question a little bit - perhaps what's the best vacuum under $500 or under $1000? If you're looking for the "best", be prepared to spend a minimum of $2,000-$3,000 for a commercial upright or whole-house system.(2) About rating systems - only side-by-side comparisons make sense to us. A friend owns a Ferrari, and complains about expensive tune-ups. He would give his Ferrari 3 stars on a bad day, 4 stars on a good day. My dad really likes his Hyundai, and would give it 5 stars. Does that make Hyundai better than Ferrari? We believe only in comparing apples to apples.Wish we could just say "XYZ is the best at everything, buy it!" ... but the fact is, each vacuum has its pros and cons. Some are better at area rugs & stairs, some are better at carpet, some are flawless for smaller homes/apartments but not great for larger houses. Read on for comparisons:==========PANASONICOk, to stick with the car analogy ... the engine isn't really the most important thing. Even if your car had a Ferrari engine, the overall performance varies by the comfort of the seats, how smooth is the ride, the settings & controls, how noisy is it, etc.This Panasonic has a Ferrari motor, as good as Dyson. You won't find a better motor. But that does not make it equivalent - it's a much different vacuum. Here is the breakdown:PRO: It is the lightest of all the premium vacuums we tested. Very cool, very easy to maneuver.CON: That means, everything on it is small, including the filter. Requires frequent changing.PRO: Retractable cord, auto-height adjustment (i.e., no manual low-high settings),CON: The auto-height adjustment doesn't work on all surfaces, and the brush continues to roll when attachments are used (i.e. on hardwood floors)PRO: Lossless suction (like Dyson) and bagless filterCON: The "hourglass" filter design doesn't really work unless you're only vacuuming small areas at a time. I was hoping this vacuum would require less rinsing of the filter due to this design, but no, it actually requires more frequent rinsing, especially for pet owners.Summary of the Panasonic: I'm actually very impressed, but it really depends on your individual needs. For example, we have several different flooring types in our house (carpet, hardwood with area rugs, tile, etc) and this vacuum is probably better suited for someone with all carpet. Before you buy, I strongly suggest you check out the Eureka Airspeed &/or the Hoover Windtunnel. Read on for comparisons...==========DYSON:The least expensive Dyson is the (Dyson DC33 Multi-Floor Upright) currently selling on Amazon for $349-399. If you absolutely need a Dyson to impress the neighbors, this is the best bang for your buck.However, after testing over a dozen different models, we discovered several brands for around $100 that perform just as well. Does the Dyson live up to its marketing claims? YES it does in our opinion, fantastic quality and lossless suction.But here's an interesting experiment - look for Dyson on craigslist from just about any major city. You'll find dozens of people with buyer's remorse, who paid full price for a Dyson, realized that much less expensive models perform just as well, and are trying to sell their barely used Dysons in an attempt to recoup their investment.==========HOOVER WINDTUNNEL:These are fantastic vacuums, nearly on par with the Dyson, and currently the #1 selling upright vacuum on Amazon. They have near-lossless suction, lots of attachments, & bagless. We would put them as almost exactly on par with the Bissell Helix, but currently the (Hoover WindTunnel) is only $99 on Amazon.The auto-rewind cord is a commonly reported malfunction (the one we tested started to lose its spring after about 20 minutes, like an old set of window shades) and both the brush & belts tend to fail early as well. But as previously mentioned, all vacuums have drawbacks and design quirks. A huge perk is that the WindTunnel has a rinsable filter. Based on bang-for-your-buck, this is our top recommendation along with the Eureka Airspeed. You can't go wrong with it.==========EUREKA AIRSPEED:There are several different Airspeed models (Amazon currently sells the "Gold" model for $110). There are three different standard "Airspeed" models at Walmart ranging from $98 to $135, which is what we tested. They all have slightly different features - bagged vs. bagless, see-through brushroll, etc.In our tests, the bagless models performed on par with the Dyson. The Airspeed had slightly better sustained suction than the Hoover WindTunnel, if you keep the filter clean. For around $100, both the Hoover & the Airspeed can hold their own against just about any other vacuum in the under $600 price point.==========SHARK:Shark has done a major turnaround in recent years, with extremely respectable upright vacuums with impressive suction. The 2 popular models are the (Navigator Upright) currently selling for $150 on Amazon, and the (Shark Navigator Lift-Away) for $199.Basically these are great vacuums, almost as good as the Hoover WindTunnel or Eureka Airspeed. However the price point is higher for basically the same performance, so you're really paying for the amenities, like the lift-away feature. The lift-away is very cool, but unless you absolutely need it, we still recommend going with the under $100 Eureka or Hoover.If you're looking at the Liftaway because you like the idea of having a canister vac, consider buying a separate canister vac (you'll still end up saving money, *if* you have the storage space). Or consider getting a nice lightweight shop vac with a long hose (we like the Ridgid 4 Gallon Portable Shop Vac, which is $91 on Amazon but only $50 at Home Depot. If you don't have the space for two devices, the Liftaway is a terrific option.==========ORECK:The Oreck 8 lb. Upright is a fantastic vacuum, out of the box there's nothing under $1,000 with better suction. Currently the price is $167 on Amazon, which is a fantastic price point (retail is about $350). The Oreck is known for their strong motors that last forever and ever.However, it is not a lossless suction (you must keep it clean, change the bag, etc., to keep the performance up), and there are no attachments whatsoever - no hose, no stair brush, etc. A great buy if you just need an upright vacuum with no amenities.==========BISSELL CLEANVIEW HELIX:The Bissell Helix Cleanview is a step up from the previous Helix models (such as the Power Helix - this model is updated, just a few more amenities), but the suction performs the same. The suction is quite impressive at first, maybe 90-95% as strong as the Dyson.The difference is, the "Helix" sorts out the large debris, but the small debris still ends up in the filter and WILL eventually clog it. Not a big deal - replace the filter (they run about $7 for 2-packs here on Amazon), and I suggest taking apart the canister and rinsing it out, or running it through the dishwasher (top shelf, cold or luke-warm water, air dry, not heat dry).If you're a Bissel fan, this model is a great deal. A durable workhorse. But if you're just looking for great Dyson-quality suction, the Panasonic Jet Force, Hoover Windtunnel, & Eureka Airspeed performed better for the same price.==========DIRT DEVIL:We tested several models (Breeze, Easy Clean, Dynamite) - they are all basically the same, just different price points depending on size of canister, number of attachments, and size of motor (10 amp vs 12 amp).All performed basically the same - mediocre suction, easy clogging, poor design (many right-angle turns for pet hair &/or debris to clog up). We frequently see these on sale at Target and other retailers for under $30 or $40. Our recommendation: If you're looking for an inexpensive dorm vacuum for very occasional/light use (like office use), these are fine but don't pay more than $40. These are entry level vacuums.Hope this helps - thanks for reading!
50 of 51 people found the following review helpful.
Powerful, Small to Mid-Size Vacuum Cleaner (4-stars)
By Debbie Lee Wesselmann
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R28SFLTY2259XN In this video, I demonstrate the operation and features of the Panasonic Jet Force Bagless Vacuum cleaner. You will see its vacuum power, how it moves from hardwood floors to an area rug and back again, and its accessories. Quick opinion summary: this is a good choice for apartments, smaller houses, and to keep handy in areas that need frequent touch-ups.-- Debbie Lee Wesselmann
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