Metro Vacuum VM6B500 Vac 'N' Go 120V, 500-Watt Hi-Performance Hand Vac

by Metro Vacuum

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Vac N Go High Performance Hand Vac, 120V, 500 Watt Power Unit, Pik All Nozzle, 2 Disposable Bags, Dust Brush, Crevice Tool, Flexible Hose, Shoulder Strap.

Product Description

500 Watts of power makes the Vac n Go 500 one of the most powerful hand vacs on the market today! Stainless Steel finish is very durable yet elegant.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001U899JE
• Item model number: VM6B500
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #15,854 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #75 in Home & Kitchen > Vacuums & Floor Care > Vacuums > Handheld Vacuums

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

35 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars It sucks but not in a good way., July 31, 2009

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Alan Mandler "Alan" (Los Angeles, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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I am very sorry to say that I don't like this product. I liked the idea of buying from a family company that has been in business for awhile. Unfortunately, in this case, it's a business that hasn't evolved its product line.

Specifically...

1) It's loud. I mean -really- loud. The kind of loud that has me wear earplugs to protect my hearing.

2) There's no place to wrap the cord. If they simply extended the horizontal bar on the handle (so that it protruded beyond the vertical posts), it would be easy to wrap the cord around it. This is what I mean about a company not enhancing their product line. How could they not realize the utility of giving the user a way to manage the cord?

3) The bag compartment, and thus the bag, are very small, which means frequent replacement or emptying. Since it only comes with a couple of bags, that gets expensive.

4) The bag compartment is accessed by twisting the front end of the vacuum. Unfortunately, it twists much too easily, like when you're pulling off one of the attachments. Again, I simply don't understand how the company hasn't recognized the problem.

5) From its size and how it's advertised, one gets the idea that this unit is good for vacuuming inside cars or in a shop but, because it's an all metal case (something I originally thought was cool), it's dangerous to use the vacuum near water.

6) I liked the idea of using the vacuum in hard to reach places but, because of its strong exhaust on the back end, it ends up blowing dirt and dust away before I can suck it in.

I thought this unit would be more convenient than using a larger, unwieldy vacuum and hose but, due to everything noted above, it's a bigger hassle than it's worth.

5.0 out of 5 stars This product SUCKS.......and that's exactly what I wanted!!!!, January 15, 2012

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Marge Sheppard - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Metro Vacuum VM6B500 Vac 'N' Go 120V, 500-Watt Hi-Performance Hand Vac (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've been looking for a small vacuum to hang on my shoulder to do
the "dusting" of ALL surfaces in my home and to also vacuum the
cars. Wow, this vacuum is terrific. I have the handy brush tool
for the furniture, etc. and the other tools for other areas.
I rate this at least 10 stars.....love it....M.Sheppard
[[ASIN:B001U899JE Metro Vacuum VM6B500 Vac 'N' Go 120V,
500-Watt Hi-Performance Hand Vac]

5.0 out of 5 stars Super Vac, December 30, 2011

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Raja (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Metro Vacuum VM6B500 Vac 'N' Go 120V, 500-Watt Hi-Performance Hand Vac (Tools & Home Improvement)

Great little vacuum. Small in size, big in power. This thing is great for the car. Easier to maneuver than a shop vac to clean your car as well as for vacuuming smaller messes around the garage or in the house. So much better than the 12 volt or battery powered vacuums. Great price too! Makes an excellent gift for anyone who likes to maintain their car(s). Comes with the handy attachments and a decent length electrical cord. Hard to go wrong with this vacuum.