Numatic HVR 200 Henry

Advantages: An all round good performer, cheap and reliable.
Disadvantages: None - he's like a family member!

...both bagless and with the Numatic bags (which she bought on ebay!). So all things being equal we decided that a hepa-filter, whirlwind, bagless, pet-hair-sucking vacuum cleaner was a gimmick of the past and we'd try a Henry. Even choosing which model was good fun too, as you even have a choice of colour-ways; red, yellow, green, blue and a recent pink addition! We opted for the British Racing Green variety (which wasn't exactly the true colour - ...
...having to unplug it! Numatic claim the cleaning range is 31.8m and I'd say that's pretty accurate! The hose is 2.4 metres long. It has a pretty powerful 1200w motor. It's not hugely noisy either. It holds a fair bit of muck too between empties with a 9-litre capacity. And comes with the manufacturer's 2-year warranty. -Appearance- He's actually quite cute. Barrel-like body in your chosen colourway for the bottom half, with a face and the hose ... Read review

Advantages: Suction is brilliant.
Disadvantages: Looks are a little industrial.

...on the very robust Henry Numatic model HVR 200. You will know it as soon as you see it as it has a smiley face, and comes in four colours, red green blue & yellow, well now they have added another to the range - PINK!!! Technically this one is called HETTY, but it is identical otherwise. The shape is cylindrical, but not laid down, it is upright, like an oil drum, and has a buffer ring surrounding it, which does not mark walls. It is mounted on ...
...are built in Britain by Numatic International, in Somerset actually. The cheapest I have seen these is under £75 which I think us a bargain, bearing in mind it will last you many years. I have actually seen it advertised for a gigantic £138! and hope nobody has paid even close to that. I usually list all the contact details, spares, repair locations etc. but in this case see below as the company has it's own website containing all this information, ... Read review

Advantages: Well made, reasonably priced, brilliant suction, quiet, good tools.
Disadvantages: Hose could stretch more, poor manual

I've just bought a Henry after a long but fairly unhappy time with a Dyson DC01 (heavy, noisy, expensive, a nightmare to empty), and now I wish I'd bought the Henry in the first place. The suction is amazing - this is the first cleaner I've used where it's necessary to use the suction-reducing controls because it sticks too tightly to the carpet otherwise. It seems to capable of picking up things that other cleaners can't (including coins, so beware!), ...
...into its tube by sheer suction power. The main floor attachment doesn't quite clean to the edge, although approaching the skirting board head-on does the job. Although the suction is reducing as the bag fills, it's still very strong and much better than my Dyson with its filters half-clogged. The Henry's also very quiet, and light enough to carry easily. Its cord is very long, and winds smoothly (though not automatically) back into the machine. The ... Read review

Advantages: Very Easy To Use, Compact Design, Microflo Bags, Cleaning Range 31.8m & Variety of Heads
Disadvantages: None

...think everyone should have a Numatic HVR 200 'little' Henry in there home. I've had this vacuum cleaner for a few years now and has never let me down. Don't be fooled by its size and smiley face, it's got some serious pulling power. The design of the vacuum cleaner is compact and can be easily stored. It has a power on/off switch and handle for carrying on the top. The body is where the bag is located and all the dust will be sucked up into it with ...
...Henry comes in 4 different colours, red, blue, green and yellow. The 'R' in the model number simply states this as being red which is the common colour for Henry. The actual handle is adjustable using 3 tubes which are very easy to use and comfortable. You get a variety of heads with the vacuum cleaner for different surfaces. Also for delicate surfaces it has a hi-low switch which allows you to lower the suction power. The Henry takes Microflo bags ... Read review

Advantages: Powerful, low maintenance, Simple
Disadvantages: Can be a bit awkward

I have been the proud owner of a Henry for over two years and in my opinion it is one of the best values for money products I have purchased. It is simple to operate with a large red power button as its only control. It has a large capacity bag and is very simple to empty. The power lead is exceptionally long and winds in and out so you don't have lengths of cable all over the floor. The motor is powerful and suction is extremely good. It picks up ...
...and tiles. I also have no problems using it to clean out our car. To top it all off Henry's smiley face also oozes character. The only slight negative is he is a little bit tall which occasionally means he can topple over if you're not careful. I would have no reservation in recommending Henry. ... Read review