Oreck VersaVac vs. Coco {GIVEAWAY}
What? You want me to review the new Oreck VersaVac, a bagless vacuum and steam mop? I am so on it.
Of course, we’ll need to put that VersaVac to the test…three tests to be exact. And we’ll throw in a fierce competitor to make it even crazier. It’ll totally be like the UFC of vacuums.
Almost.
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VersaVac, say hello to Coco, a Yorkie, Poodle, Pomeranian mix. She is light on her feet and arrives lightning fast to clean up any messes we throw at her. The kids are no match for her—will you be?
Coco, say hello to the VersaVac, a bagless vacuum (with the option to turn the brushroll on or off—YES!) and steam mop rolled into one sleek design. It multitasks almost as well as I do…unless we’re talking ground-up Cheerios and muddy footprints. Then it’s even better.
I may have had a bit too much fun with the subtitles in this review. It tends to happen after 1am in the morning.
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The VersaVac vs. The Coco
A review in three parts
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Now let’s get serious. Here’s what I love about the VersaVac:
- Transition time from vacuum to mop (and back again) happens quick as a flash.
- Water tank fills easily in the kitchen sink.
- Extra long cord comes in handy—kids can jump rope while you clean.
- Steam mop does a great job on a variety of floors.
- Rollerbrush can be turned off when all you need is suction (e.g, crumbs on a hardwood floor).
- No extra cleaning supplies needed like floor cleaner, mops and buckets.
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And here’s what I don’t love about this bagless vacuum and steam mop:
- Extra long cord sometimes gets in the way.
- Bagless vacuum container is on the smaller side, which means an extra trip or two to empty it.
- Sound while vacuuming scares Coco. Oh wait, all vacuums scare Coco.
- Multitasking stops at vacuuming and mopping; it doesn’t include blinds, windows and toilets.
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Considering our current vacuum was a wedding present, we’re jazzed about the VersaVac. I’m not sure Coco is a fan, but considering she doesn’t do any of the housecleaning, I so totally don’t care.
And now for the GIVEAWAY!
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Oreck is giving away one (1) VersaVac bagless vacuum and steam mop!
This giveaway will be administered via Rafflecopter.
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NOTE: Giveaway winner must be a resident of the U.S. 48 contiguous states.
Disclaimer: Oreck provided me with a VersaVac for the review. They had no idea I’d be testing it against Coco. If they had, I might still be using our 16-year-old Hoover vacuum. Also, Oreck Corporation provided the prize for the sweepstakes but is not the sponsor of the sweepstakes.
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I learned about the Oreck: it has a 1400 watt steam mop with variable steam levels.
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I didn’t realize you could use it on carpets! Perfect for cleaning after my toddler and doggy and let’s me honest my husband!
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I am laughing at all the commentary you always type on your videos. :) I learned that steam can be used to disinfect which I haven’t ever used…but clearly need to.
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I LOVE my Oreck vacuum and my Oreck steamer. I need this to add to my collection.
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I love that you can transition from hardwood to carpet – a feature I could totally use. Let’s face it, four kids makes for a messy floor.
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I learned that the Oreck Versavac is bagless and is both a vac and a steam mop.
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I learned that it comes with 2 washable, re-usable microfiber steam pads.
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I learned that with a house full of 7 kids, I could make my kife easier with this little gem. It would take care of ALL of my floor surfaces!
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I am really loving the steaming aspect of the vacuum
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It had me at steam mop. Love that it combines the use of many cleaning contraptions.
Taralyn Parker´s deep thought ~ Peace before Perfection – my small office space
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Visited and learned The snap-on steam plate lets you easily switch from vacuuming to steaming in seconds.
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Says “VersaVac eliminates the need for multiple cleaning tools!” I like that a lot! I have too many tools for cleaning, I probably dont even use half of them and it’d be nice to eliminate them altogether
Stacie S-H´s deep thought ~ The Rest of Vegas…
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It is bagless
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I love the steam mop option. I could vacuum and mop my kitchen with this.
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The steam function sanitizes.
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Ok here’s the deal. I win the steamer vac and you come over for dinner. See how this works LOL!!!
Brandie´s deep thought ~ Dead Silent Snow…Wordless Wednesday
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I learned that it has adjustable steam settings
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I learned that it is a vacuum cleaner and a steam mop
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that it can be used on carpet
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I learned that it’s a bagless vacuum cleaner
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transitions from hardwood to carpet
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It works on all floor types.
ezmerelda at mail dot com
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That it goes between being a vacuum & a steam mop…oh, and that it doesn’t clean toilets, dang it! lol
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I like that I can vacuum and then mop my hardwood floors all in one machine.
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I learned that it xomes with re-usable microfiber steam pads. I neded this machine !
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i learned that you can reuse the steam pads
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I learned that VersaVac is powerful and is easy to use — on all floor types
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I like that you can switch between steam cleaning and vacuuming in just seconds with the Oreck VersaVac
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I learned I could use the steam mop on the carpet…which is awesome
kim h´s deep thought ~ Trees Rock – Scotties
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it can go from Hardwood to carpet, would be great in military housing!
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i learned that you can vaccuum or steam clean with it
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Learned that you can use the steam mop from hardwood floors to carpet, how great!
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the steam option to sanitize floors
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Trigger lock for constant steaming
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I like that it easily transitions from hard floors to carpet with on/off brushroll option
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With its dual functions, the multi-tasking VersaVac eliminates the need for multiple cleaning tools!
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steam can be used to disinfect
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You can turn off the roller thingie to do non carpeted floors.
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IT IS BAGLESS, LOVE THOSE
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learned it is a vac and steam mop
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I learned it has adjustable steam settings.
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I learned it has adjustable steam settings.
Thank you.
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I learned that it eliminates the need for multiple cleaning tools! How cool is that!
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i love that you can use it on multiple types of flooring! I would love a steam mop/vacuum. Awesome.
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They have a snap on steam plate.
Thanks for the chance.
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It is so easy to handle!
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I didn’t know you could use it on carpets… i thought it was a bare floor tool!
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They have a removable water tank
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steam mop sanitize floors = awesome!
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VersaVac can be used on hardwoods, linoleum, tile and stone. thank you!
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I learned that you can sanitize in steam mode. The last time my kitchen floor was sanitized was… Never!
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I learned that the multi-tasking VersaVac eliminates the need for multiple cleaning tools!
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I learned that steam would disinfect while cleaning which my hubby could use right now as he’s cleaning and I have the flu!
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That it also works as a steam mop!
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I learned that it can steam mop as well?! As a side note, my 5 YO watched your video with me. Captivated, she said, “Mom, we need one of those!” (I’m pretty sure she was referring to the vacuum and not The Coco!) “:)
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I learned that it cleans multiple surfaces!
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snap on steam plate
Thanks for the giveaway! Janna Johnson jannajanna@hotmail.com Janna@feedyourpig on gfc
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I learned that it’s both a vacuum and a steam cleaner.
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I learned that it has a steam mop that can be used on tile
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I learned that it has a sanitizing steam function.
Entered the rafflecopter form as “Wild Orchid”
Thanks for the chance to win!
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i like that i can use it on my tile and my carpet!
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I learned that the steam mop function has variable steam settings for every floor in your home. VersaVac can be used on hardwoods, linoleum, tile and stone.
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that the Oreck Versavac is bagless and is both a vac and a steam mop
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I learned it has adjustable steam settings.
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I learned that with its dual functions, it eliminates the need for multiple cleaning tools
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It is virtually all floors, tile, carpet, hardwood…which I love since I have all three
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I learned that you can use it as a vacuum and a steam mop.
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It works on all floor surfaces
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The Versavac has a 1400 watt steam mop with variable steam levels.
It comes with 2 washable and re usable steam pads and carries a 2 year limited warranty.
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I learned that the Oreck Versavac is bagless and is both a vac and a steam mop.
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I love that it is all in one…..what a time and space saver!!
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learned steam will disinfect while cleaning
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you can transition from hardwood to carpet
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I learned that it weighs about 12 pounds
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I learned that it’s The ultimate multi-functional, multi-surface cleaner, VersaVac is powerful and is easy to use — on all floor types.
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I learned that it takes 15 seconds to sanitize, and not to use it on my silk clothes, per the warning on the website. I thought that was funny.
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I learned the VersaVac can be used on hardwoods, linoleum, tile and stone!
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I learn that it works with both wet and dry dirt
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I learned that it is very versatile and pretty much does it all
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I learned it has adjustable steam settings
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It has different steam settings
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I learned I can get free shipping on todays order or purchase at my local SEARS HOMETOWN STORE.
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You can use it on hardwood or carpet
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they have a thirty day free trial
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I learned that it is a full-powered bagless vacuum cleaner that is also a steam mop
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I learned that it is a bag less vacuum and a steam mop, I also learned that it can be used on all floors
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I love that you can use it on carpet and hard floors
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I learned that The snap-on steam plate lets you easily switch from vacuuming to steaming in seconds.
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I learned the steam can disinfect.
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