Information on the Oreck XL Vacuum Cleaner

Oreck XL Edge Upright Vacuum

• 49 inches high, 13.5 inches wide and 11.5 inches deep
  13-inch-wide Versa-Glide floating head
  30-foot cord
  13 pounds, excluding cord
  Uses disposable odor-fighting HEPA inner bags
  Saniseal auto-sealing bag design
  Two speeds
  Padded front bumper with headlight
  Pivoting Helping Hand Handle
  Seven-year limited warranty
  Purchase price includes three annual tune-ups
  30-day risk-free trial
  Payment plan available

What Does It Do?

• The Oreck XL Edge upright vacuum cleaner uses both suction and a revolving brushroll to remove dirt and small-scale debris from flooring. Its floating head and adjustable speed make the vacuum suitable for carpet, area rugs and hard-surface floors. The floating head lets you move easily from one flooring type to the next without stopping. The higher speed is best suited for carpet and durable rugs. Opt for the lower speed when vacuuming delicate rugs and hard flooring.

What Makes It Unique?

• The Oreck Corp. bills the XL Edge as its most powerful and quietest upright to date. The handle lowers and pivots, which makes it easy to vacuum beneath furniture pieces, such as sofas and beds, without moving them. The vacuum’s head has a padded perimeter to minimize damage to your furniture should you bump it. The XL Edge’s ergonomic, easy-to-grip handle -- which Oreck calls the Helping Hand Handle -- received the Arthritis Foundation’s Ease-of-Use Commendation.

Drawbacks

• Oreck’s XL Edge doesn’t come with attachments. Though it’s light enough to vacuum stairs by lifting the machine, you’ll need a second, handheld appliance with attachments if you plan to vacuum upholstery and window treatments. At $34.99 for eight, buying replacement bags for the XL Edge vacuum cleaner is an ongoing expense.

Purchasing

• Oreck sells the XL Edge through its corporate website or any of its more than 400 authorized Oreck retailers, which are called Oreck Clean Home Centers. Current pricing for the XL Edge is $249.99. If you buy it in combination with Oreck’s Ultimate Handheld, the price is $349.99. Oreck Corp. offers a no-interest payment plan for either option. It splits your total into three monthly payments billed to your credit card. You may return your XL Edge within 30 days for a full refund, which includes shipping charges.

Who Is It Best For?

• Oreck's 30-day guarantee makes the XL Edge ideal for the consumer who wants to test a high-end vacuum in his own home before committing to the purchase. The easy-grip handle makes vacuuming easier for those with arthritis or neuropathy in the hands and fingers. Allergy sufferers may appreciate the HEPA-filtration and self-sealing design of the XL Edge’s disposable inner bags.