Numatic Henry A1 Bagged Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner plus Kit A1, Red/Black

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The nozzle is especially good for stairs and car seats. You also have the option of sliding the brush off if you want to do your upholstery which is a little more delicate. In addition to bag capacity, there is a difference in suction power as detailed above, though it’s only a small difference of 40 watts so it’s unlikely something that you’ll notice. Although Henry Hoovers are popular, it’s common to have a few questions about their practicality, efficiency, and limitations. After all, vacuum cleaners are like other appliances—they’re rated to perform a certain way and in certain conditions. She’s been well designed with a small profile and cylindrical shape which makes her easy to store when you’re not using her. However, within that is plenty of power and space to store large amounts of dust and dirt. There is essentially no difference between the Hetty and Henry, other than her appearance. You can read our full review of this machine here. However, is Henry the right vacuum for you? Vacuum cleaner tech has progressed massively since Henry’s inception and the cordless vacuum cleaner has risen in popularity, with Dyson’s lightweight and powerful models – quite literally– leading the charge.

Numatic International’s iconic Henry Hoover turns 41 this year—and while the popular leg warmers and leotards of the 80s are long gone (source: Hobbylark), Henry’s smiling face still adorns corners in homes and offices around Britain.The cherry on top is that it is an energy class A. Plus the Airobrush and the extra attachment for hard floors. The Henry vacuum uses bags to collect the dust and dirt but it is also possible to use the machine without them, although this will result in a slight loss of suction power. This is truly a great feature if you suddenly realise you have run out (or don’t want to pay for new ones!). It’s easy to attribute the line’s success to public sentiment. After all, it’s pretty uncommon to have commercial vacuum cleaners stay on the market for so long (source: The Telegraph).

However, while it’s designed for the wet, this also excels in the dry. An impressive 15 litre storage capacity when dry makes it an ideal option for professional cleaners, but it is also light at only 7.1kgs and will be easy to get around the home.Key specs – Dimensions (WDH): 360 x 370 x 510mm; Weight: 11.2kg; Bin capacity: 15l; Vacuum type: Cylinder; Bagless: No; Vacuum power: N/S