The EyeVac Home Vacuum Is Our Editor’s Pick for Eliminating Pet Hair and Dirt From Floors
Updated: Apr. 26, 2024
The touchless EyeVac vacuum sucks up any debris you send its way, making dust pans and lingering pet hair a thing of the past.
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While we enjoy sharing our homes with our beloved pets, we don’t exactly want our homes to look like we live with our pets (enter: essential cleaning tips for pet owners). Thankfully, the evolution of vacuum technology, including cordless and robotic options, has simplified the task of tidying up after our furry companions. Now, with the introduction of the EyeVac Home vacuum, we can eliminate dirt and pet hair rapidly and efficiently—all by just grabbing a broom.
Originally designed for salon owners to quickly pick up hair from floors, the EyeVac Home is now growing in popularity among pet owners who also want in on the convenience—and dare we say, fun? To rigorously put this stationary vacuum to the test with a variety of hair lengths and textures, we had Leslie Glenn, a hairstylist with over 45 years of experience, test out the vacuum. She has 10 to 15 clients who fill her private salon each week, and two dogs that work alongside her. After three months of testing, Glenn was delighted to find her new trusty companion was graciously tackling all the hair, fur and debris she sent its way—no dustpan required.
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What is the EyeVac Home vacuum?
You’re probably accustomed to pushing around a pet vacuum cleaner throughout the house. The EyeVac Home sets itself apart by being stationary, so you don’t have to bring it out every time you wish to use it. With this handy unit, you simply sweep the mess towards it (which proves especially helpful for individuals with arthritis or back problems). The outcome? Swift and effortless cleanup one fell swoop, err, sweep.
With its sleek design and automatic sensor, it remains readily available at all times. It plugs right into any nook of your home or kitchen—no batteries or charging dock required. From there, use the control dial on the side to choose between an auto or manual mode. The auto setting utilizes an activation sensor to automatically detect when debris is coming its way while the manual setting commands the press of a button to power the vacuum suction on or off.
“When it activates, it nabs the pile almost instantly,” says Glenn. “I was concerned that long hair would get tangled in it the way it does in the rollers of my upright vacuum, but it sucked up all lengths of hair (and dirt and pet fur) without issue.”
When the canister bin is full (don’t worry, the indicator light will tell you), simply empty it out and put it back in. No bags required.
“This thing holds a lot!” raves Glenn. “I was expecting to have to empty it every week, but it ended up being every couple of weeks. That’s a huge pro for a stationary vacuum, which will likely sit in a place where there’s constant mess to suck up.”
Product Features
- Fast 1,000-watt motor
- Manual and automatic settings
- Infrared activation sensor for touchless operation
- Bagless canister with 1-liter capacity
- Dimensions: 8 inches by 13 inches by 18 inches
- Lightweight at 7.6 pounds
- Comes in variety of colors
- High-efficiency filtration (equipped with two filters)
Pros
- Automatically senses movement, suctioning incoming debris
- Strong suction power and works for even the smallest dirt particles
- Aesthetic design with a small footprint
- Large-capacity canister bin is easy to empty
- Fairly priced
- Filtration system removes dirt, dust and dander from the air
- Sleek design and color options
Cons
- Only works on hard floors
- Loud
- No suction timer settings
- Small sensor range
VIA MERCHANT
Editor’s Pick
EyeVac Home Touchless Vacuum
This stationary vacuum has an infrared activation sensor, so it acts as a truly touchless cleaning unit.
Why I Love It
The EyeVac Home is the answer to everyday messes that have you constantly reaching for the dustpan or lugging out the vacuum. Pet owners and hairstylists alike can attest to the amount of hair and fur that they have to sweep up or vacuum on a daily basis. But with the EyeVac Home, you only need to reach for the broom, as this trusty stationary vacuum takes care of the rest. It effectively suctions all types of hair and debris, plus, it serves as a canister to contain the mess in between emptying.
Another bonus? The EyeVac, though similar sounding to a regular vacuum, operates more efficiently. “You’ll definitely know if the EyeVac is working, because it’s about as loud as a standing vacuum,” explains Glenn. “Unlike other vacuums, though, it only runs for around five seconds at a time when the motion sensor activates.”
But Don’t Take My Word for It!
With nearly 9,000 five-star ratings, the EyeVac Home is one of Amazon’s best cleaning products, and it’s a must-have for anyone with furry roommates.
“So I saw one of these at my hair dresser’s salon [and] decided to try one at home. I have four dogs, two of which shed a lot for being so small!” shares verified purchaser, Kathy D. “Put it in the den and it makes dog hair cleanup a lot easier (I hate cleaning floors!). Worked so well I bought another one for my bedroom.”
Heather, a five-star reviewer, writes, “We have a Roomba that does a great job on our floors, but with three dogs in the house, I am still constantly sweeping. When we sweep the hair onto the dustpan and try to transfer it to the trash can, we can see hair flying back in to the house. We decided to give this vac a try. Let me just say it is well worth what we paid! Dirt, sand, dog hair—none of it escapes this vac.”
Another five-star reviewer, Melissa Slick, calls it the “best purchase ever,” and says, “If you have a busy household that has animals or kids, this is definitely worth buying. Four dogs (one being a golden retriever) have me sweeping more than I would like to. I grab my broom and sweep it to canister and done! It has [the] option to have it automatically go on when your broom and debris are in front of it or you can do it manually.”
Where to Buy the EyeVac Home Vacuum
VIA MERCHANT
Editor’s Pick
EyeVac Home Touchless Vacuum
The EyeVac Home works to remove dust, hair and debris from your floors—all while staying in one spot.
The EyeVac Home stationary vacuum can be purchased for around $149 at Amazon, Walmart or Target. While this handy vacuum companion isn’t cheap, we think the time and energy you’ll save cleaning up endless pet hair is well worth the investment.
Originally Published: June 21, 2023
