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BIG DAY! Today I’m going to tell you all about the vacuum cleaners that caused me to get rid of not one, but two vacuum cleaners in my house. After just one use, I sent my canister vacuum cleaner to my husband’s office and the upright vacuum cleaner is out in the garage ready for the next garage sale. What vacuum cleaner could cause this drastic of a vacuum cleaner switch? It’s the Oreck Magnesium RS Power Team and it’s absolutely amazing.
Here are some features that I think make the Oreck Magnesium Power Team so very different from other vacuum cleaners:
little side brushes on both sides of the vacuum cleaner make cleaning baseboards easy – I love this feature!
the vacuum cleaner has an agile design that makes it easy to get into tight corners and spaces
two settings – I mostly use the high setting, but the low setting is great for area rugs and hardwood floors
this is amazing – the vacuum completely flattens to fit under furniture – great for under beds!
My three favorite features about the Magnesium RS?
How incredibly lightweight it is (7.7 pounds!), the dirt stays in the bag, and the before and after is unbelievable! A vacuum cleaner has to work double-duty in my house with a constantly shedding dog and lots of activity!
no dirt flying around while vacuuming (I had this with every other canister vacuum cleaner I’ve had)
great vacuum lines – a clean freak’s vacuum dream come true
The Ultimate Handheld is pretty amazing too – you can leave it on the floor or put it over your shoulder with a comfy strap to clean floors, fans, ceilings, windows, blinds, fans, lights…..
all these tools come with the Ultimate Handheld – I’ve especially enjoyed using it on my hardwood floors and blinds
Want a chance to win?
This contest is over – the winner, Sarah W. has been emailed – congratulations, Sarah!
This contest is over – the winner, Sarah W. has been emailed – congratulations, Sarah!
Visit Oreck.com and tell us one thing you learned about the Magnesium RS. Then follow the directions in the Rafflecopter below – there are 6 ways for you to enter. You just need an email address OR a Facebook account. Good luck!
The giveaway winner must be a resident of the U.S. 48 contiguous states.
Disclosure: I received the Magnesium RS Power Team to review for free from Oreck. Oreck Corporation provided the prize for this sweepstakes but is not the sponsor of the sweepstakes. This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are my own – I love my Oreck Magnesium Power Team!
the4benhams Says...
In learned that it is not bagless. I have a Dyson and I hate that it doesn’t have bags!!
Marie Says...
It only weighs 7.7lbs! That’s awesome! I hate lugging around a crazy heavy vacuum that barely does the job.
Leslie Moore Says...
This vacuum is incredibly lightweight! Only 7.7 lbs! I love using a lightweight machine that really works well.
mrsfrisbieshouse Says...
It has a HEPA!
The Plaid Pineapple Says...
I love the side brushes for base boards and that it only weighs 7.7 lbs! I have an Oreck now & will never have anything else. I’d love this one so I could take my old one to my office.
Karon Says...
I love that the bag system seals the dirt in — loose dirt is something I have not liked about other vacuums! Looks like an amazing product! 🙂
mkr1120 Says...
It is so light you can even carry it when pregnant!!
Emily E Says...
I learned it has bags. I cannot stand cleaning out bagless vacuums.
Elizabeth Says...
I love and just found out that you do not have to manually adjust for different floors. I have an old vacuum that I still have to adjust.
Tara Says...
Personally, I love the 7 year warranty… everything on there sounds fantastic…and I am so tired of changing vacs every year or two… sigh.
Loving the New Normal Says...
light weight- 7.7 lbs!
La Yen Says...
The side brushes–great idea!
Tracy N Says...
I am in desperate need of a new vacuum.
Melissa Says...
I am in love with the side brushes!
Daniel and Sarah Says...
20 ft power cord is an awesome feature! No unplugging and plugging everywhere you go!
Elder Shelbey L. King Says...
I love the big wheels, nothing agrivates me more than having the vacuum scrape across our concrete floors…Those wheels look like they could go 4 wheeling…
Sweet Potato Says...
Lightweight, HEPA filter, side brushes…
Vicki Gaunt Says...
Love the side brush! I have two dog and plenty of base boards that need regular dusting. And I love that it is light weight since I have a two store house with a basement! Lots of stairs!
Smilin' sunshine Says...
It is lightweight and has bags!! I have a bagless and thought I would love it, but I don’t. It makes me sneeze when I dump it!
Debbie Taylor Says...
I like a 20 ft power cord – that is some serious vacuuming with only ONE plugin!!!
Amie Says...
I can’t believe how light it is. Mine is so cumbersome sometimes I just don’t want to deal with it.
Unknown Says...
I like that it switches easily between flooring types. Unlike the one we have now.
Jennifer Millett
Kathie Says...
The 20 ft power cord, amazing not having having to switch plugs.
Kisha Says...
I love how light it is. My vacuum is really heavy.
JoLynn Aldinger Says...
I learned it can go from carpet to tile to hardwood. Love that!
Margaret Says...
It has a 20 foot cord and is very light weight.
Leigh Says...
light weight, less than both my kids at birth
Susan Moran Says...
It weights 7.7 pounds (which is 0.55 stones!)
Sarah Schwartz Says...
I love that it fits under furniture!! I just told my husband that I need a new vacuum and was thinking of saving up for a dyson but then remembered that it probably won’t fit under furniture. Lots of dog hair to pick up with 2 Aussies in our home!
Michelle R Says...
I want to marry this vacuum! Love the side brushes! Love the lightweight! It is amazing- gotta have it!
Michelle Ratkovic
atlanticmarketing@yahoo. com
Kim Says...
I love that it is 7 lbs and has a super long cord.
Three Baggy P's Says...
I learned the brush revolves at 7000 per minute and it has side brushes to hug the wall….
Brandy Hopper Says...
I learned that it has a 30ft cord! I hate unplugging the vacuum to get to the next room.
angie Says...
it’s only 7.7 lbs!
Brandy Hopper Says...
I learned that it has a 30ft cord! I hate unplugging the vacuum to get to the next room.
lmiguel329 Says...
I learned that it has a 30 ft cord, can go from carpet to harwood floors and (my favorite) it’s only 7.7 lbs!! I have arthritis and a heavy vacuum is killer! I love this vacuum!
LeBlanc2416 Says...
One thing I have learned; Magnesium RS is the lightest, full-powered, swivel-steering upright vacuum cleaner in America!
The Tangled Tulip Says...
I learned that this sounds like the perfect vac for me! 7.7 pounds, 30 ft. cord, flat under furniture, 7 year warranty… and the list goes on! WOW!
Chelsea Says...
That its really light weight!
C's Home Management Says...
I love the strap on it, I am not a fan of upright vacuums but the canister looks amazing!
SMM Says...
Please pick me. 🙂 My hallway needs this little guy so bad!
Karen Jerread Says...
Love the side brushes and that it can get under furniture.
Melissa Thielen Says...
I learned that the wireless quick switch allows me to have control of the power with my hands. Plus two settings is awesome! I hate turning my vacuum on with my feet.
theconfidentmom Says...
One thing: large, high performance wheels!
Kim S Says...
I learned that it comes with 5 annual tune ups, because Oreck is an awesome company!
lizy b Says...
Love that saniseal feature!! Read all about it!
shrub1980 Says...
You had me at fitting in corners…. I would love this vacuum!
Kristen59 Says...
My vacuum gets full so fast because of all the pet hair and it’s hard to empty out. Hair always gets stuck in there and i end up havign to pull it out of the canister with my hands. yuck.
melsfunnyfarm Says...
Sani Seal. Solves the only problem I’ve ever had with a bagged vacuum.
Katie Says...
The SlimSwivel design is great for swivel-steering and getting under furniture.
Jill Says...
Wow! Love the fact that it’s so lightweight. Only 7.7 pounds? Wow!
April Mitchell Says...
WOW! That’s a great vacuum.
Courtney G. Says...
Ooooh! It swivels! Plus the strap for using the handheld for blinds really makes my day.
Amyz Says...
I’ve had one Oreck and I loved it!!!! I asked Santa for a new one, but not sure if he’s going to get it right! Any chance you could make that happen?? 😉
Lynn Frustol Says...
I so need a new vacuum as mine bit the dust the other day!
Christy Ann Says...
I learned that this vacuum comes WITH a hand held vacuum with 5 attachments! That is fantastic… a great combo product.
Unknown Says...
I love the side brush feature…why hasn’t anyone else every done that?? And I love that it comes with a HEPA filter. Perfect for my family with allergies!
The Nikkels Says...
Would love a new vacuum!! Mine is about 10 years old!
April @ PolkaDots n' PinkySwears Says...
I learned that it’s only 7.7 lbs!
LauraH Says...
I love that it is so light! I also think it’s great that it has such a long cord!
SherriH Says...
I just bought this combo last summer and I’m so glad I did. I gave hubby the Dyson for his work place. One tip for the uninitiated…if you have pets (especially a large, smelly dog), spend a little more for the Oreck bags with the charcoal filtration system to contain the inevitable doggy odor. I used to hate switching on the vacuum and getting a whiff of that sour dirty dog smell. The charcoal bags never allow that to happen!
Heidi Says...
It is only 7.7 pounds…wow that is light!!
Barbara Simonds Says...
I learned that it has a 20ft cord!! I love the 20ft cord and the side brushes too.
Sarah Says...
I can’t believe it’s less than 8lbs!!
Kristi Says...
I learned that you don’t have to make any manual adjustments as you change types of flooring! Very convenient!
JuneBugs Says...
I learned that it weights only 7.7 lbs and that’s important since I carry mine up and down the stairs regularly. I’ve always wanted an Oreck!
Jennifer Says...
I love the fact that it is bagged. I have a bagless one now and can’t stand it.
kamcicle Says...
LOVE! I am in need of a good machine due to the fur babies. Thanks for hosting this giveaway!
Kami Balmforth
kamirules@gmail.com
hikarujen Says...
Looks amazing!
Caits Says...
side brushes, holy cow. that’s cool!! Should be able to keep up with cats and kids… 🙂
Betsie Says...
This would be great for our new house which has carpet EVERYWHERE along with some tile. I was just getting ready to look into a new vacuum!
Mika Says...
No loose dirt flying!!! LOVE that!
JA Says...
I like the shoulder carrying strap on the handheld. That would be nice for stairs!
Calista Says...
I learned it is good for all surfaces! Love that feature!
Jamie Says...
I have so many types of floor in my apartment — I love that it can go between them without having to change the settings!
DarlaB3 Says...
I used to own the older style Oreck, and, I loved it!! I love that it is only 7.7 lbs! I sure hope I win this!
Melissa M Says...
I love how this vacuum can clean those tight spaces
Jillian Says...
I would love this!!! 1 Dog and 2 kids in our house and I need this baby! Love that I can go from tile to carpet without switching anything.
Kay Bastian Says...
the HEPA inner bag, it captures at least 99.97% of particles
Sandra Says...
I learned it is only 7.7lbs has a 20 foot cord and cleans carpet and hardwood, this vacuum would make me happy!
Margie Says...
I love the side brushes and the lightness of it! I hate lugging a heavy vac around!
897d5364-447d-11e2-b600-000bcdca4d7a Says...
I learned the brush rotates 7000 rotations per minute!
Amy Says...
I love the High/Low settings, especially because I do have area rugs that I make my kids stand on so I can sweep them with my dyson.
Kristina B Says...
I just bought a new vacuum but this one is drool worthy! So light weight and can go from hardwood to carpet without adjustments??!! Incredible
Christine.Nicole Says...
I would love to have a new vacuum!! Ours does absolutely nothing. I feel like I vacuum everyday, especially with a 3 month old!
Unknown Says...
Always looking for better cleaning systems!
From: Samantha Edelmann
Jari Says...
Cleans right up to the baseboards! Heavenly! My Dyson won’t do that.
Jari Says...
Cleans right up to the baseboards! Heavenly! My Dyson won’t do that.
Kara Says...
The slim swivel design gets around and under furniture obstacles!
anna Says...
Side brushes! Flattens! Oh my!
Kelli Says...
I love that it can fit under the furniture!
Little Ella Lu Says...
I love that it can handle all floor types.
Jessica C Says...
I love how lightweight it is! Great for vacuuming stairs.
Jen Says...
I love the fact its lightweight, has the side brushes and reasonably priced (compared to Dyson)
muriel Says...
I am excited about the side brushes for cleaning baseboards.
odler14 Says...
It has a hepa filter that collects 99.97% of particles. Amazing for those who have allergies.
Tricia Says...
At 7.7 pounds*, Magnesium RS is the lightest, full-powered, swivel-steering upright vacuum cleaner in America
angel1968 Says...
i love the fact that its lightweight…..baseboard brushes…..able to contain dust and flying pet hair…..the swivel option is great also for those of us with tight spaces…….and on top of that, my vac bit the dust two weeks ago and I NEED THIS BAD!!
Merrit Cooke Says...
It is so light! Only 7.7 pounds 🙂
yooper girl Says...
I love the baseboard brushes – reduces number of times I would have to take out the attachments.
Heidi Says...
I love the easy snap cord clip. I am forever trying to wrangle the cords away from my kids 🙂
Steph Says...
The baseboard brushes are incredible, I really need those!
Cathy Says...
HEPA filter, lightweight, long cord, baseboard brushes. Amazing!
Amanda Says...
It is only 7lbs!
Unknown Says...
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Shannon Says...
I learned it has side brushes!
Karli Says...
It has a bag! Such less mess!
Boom Boom Says...
I can’t decide what I am more excited about. I have just discovered I can switch between surfaces without having to stop the vacuum and switch manually. The suction power is amazing and that’s a biggie with two pets. And to top it all off, it has an easy snap cord. I am so sick of the cord falling down and someone tripping over it.
~C~ Says...
I learned that is only 7.7lbs!
sourmom2 Says...
Love that it has a bag. I have a bagless now and I hate it, the dust flies everywhere!!
Heather Says...
I am “drawn in” by the incredible suction power! (Ha)
Denise Field Says...
WOW… Lightweight and super suction…SOLD!!!
Desiree Says...
I LOVE that you can go from hardwood to carpet without having to stop to make adjustments!!
Jennifer Busl Says...
I learned how lightweight it is. Thanks!
Linda Says...
Learned that it’s really lightweight. I love this feature!
Jemma Says...
7.7 lbs ?!?!?!? Holy cow… my upstairs bedrooms might actually get vacuumed more than once a month!!! LOL
Ryan Roth Photography Says...
I would love a new vacuum for Christmas! A little treat for momma! Who says a vacuum wouldn’t make a great gift?!?! Good luck everyone!
Abisag Salguero Says...
Learned that it is compact and the weight on it is awesome! been thinking about changing to a vacuum with bags due to the bagless messing up.
Eligonma Says...
I learned that at 7.7 lbs, the Magnesium RS is the lightest vacuum in America!
JennB Says...
I learned it has a 7 year limited warranty but since its built to last I probably won’t need to use the warranty. 🙂
amznddv Says...
With a house full of kids and pets, this would be a godsend. I’m sure I would get plenty of use it of it since almost three whole house is carpeted.
Heather Haugen Says...
This vacuum looks great! I love that it’s lightweight (I hate carrying mine up and down the stairs) and is good for all types of floors.
Heather Haugen
heatherhaugen@netzero.com
Jennifer (mom of four) Says...
I Love that it has bags and I don’t have to shake out a cannister. Also, love that it is so lightweight. (7.7 lbs)
Tracie Bell Says...
Lightweight…no more wrestling a heavy vacuum up the stairs! And I’m a bag girl…I don’t want see my dirt, I just want it gone!
Mar Lou Says...
I learned that the brushes rotated really really fast…it is lightweight and has a really long cord. thanks for the chance to win.
Bitts Says...
I learned about the bags — I’ve never had a bag vacuum, and I like the idea of actually throwing the dirt away, rather than shaking it out into the air.
Emily Says...
I have a 3 story home, so I like the fact that it’s lightweight and easy to manuever.
brenda Says...
I learn they have a full line of air purifiers and are light weight and durable.
SJ Neal Says...
What interested me was the fact it is only 7.7 lbs. I need an effective and light vacuum!
The Mueller's Says...
I love that it has a HEPA filter and the tools right on board. Having to stop to get a tool hooked up to get going again fizzles out my motivation in a hurry!
ELW Says...
7 year warranty!
ELW Says...
7 year warranty!
Kelli Says...
I like that you can carry it over your shoulder. I have 2 flights of stairs in my house. This would be helpful!
belinda1 Says...
I love this! It is on my Christmas wish list. I need something that I can lug up the stairs. With a rabbit in the house I need something powerful and lightweight. Belinda
Christine Says...
Well this looks like JUST what I want from Santa this year :0) What a wonderful giveaway! Thank you! I love many things about this vacuum: it’s lightweight, it can go a distance without having to unplug it (long cord), and fits into small spaces, which I have A LOT of.
Kimmie Says...
We so need a new vacuum! Thanks for the chance!
JAC Says...
I learned it can fold flat to fit under furniture. I would love a vacuum with that feature!
crystal Says...
It only weighs 7.7 pounds!
Tasha Says...
I love that it fits under furniture. It is a pain to have to move things to vacuum underneath them.
Ms.Curdy Says...
I love that it has 2 power levels – how awesome, i’m sure my home needs the ‘high’ option all of the time!
Christine Corser Says...
It has a sleek physique and slides smoooooothly 🙂
Justin Says...
i had an oreck before-i really liked it!!! would love to have a new one 🙂
Leann Says...
Personall I love Orecks, I own two one was a hand-me down from my husband grandmother, she got it in the early 90’s and it still workds great! Second I love that this one has a 20 ft. cord 🙂
Brooke Says...
I learned that it is lightweight and that it has a really long 20 foot cord!
Kymberly Matthews Says...
I learned it weighs 7.7 pounds. 🙂
Hannah Leavitt Says...
Wow, what a great vacuum. I learned that it is only 7.7. pounds, uses a bag and has a swivel head.
Kira Saucedo Says...
I have heard that Oreck’s vacuums are a superior product. I love that it is a bagged vacuum and has a long cord. This would be a dream come true!
kristy thornton Says...
I love that it flattens to get under furniture where the dust bunnies live!
Jamie Pennington Says...
I like the fact that its light weight 7 lbs unlike a Kirby! I like that it has a warrenty that 7 years too! I need this for my home. Would be a nice Christmas gift for myself:)
hipchickshomestead Says...
sound like a great vaccum. ours weighs a thousand pounds!
Christina Says...
I love that you can slog it over your shoulder! I hate wrestling with the vacuum to do the stairs!
Tim Joseph Says...
I like the fact that this vacuum weighs 7.7 pounds, and it’s durable and lightweight, thanks to magnesium. It’s a bagged vacuum, because I have allergies, and I still use a bagless vacuum, which is not healthy for me. My Vacuum is a 5 year old bagless canister vacuum from another brand. Unlike my canister vacuum, this vacuum has an Endurolife belt, that prevents the belt from breaking when the brushroll is jammed. The motor will shut off, when this happens. Compared to the first Magnesium vacuum, this RS model has improved with the location of the switch on the handle and the addition of edge-cleaning brushes. Another feature that my canister vacuum lacks is the slim swivel steer, that allows easier turning without much effort. Oreck has made the best vacuum even better.
JL Says...
It can be used on hardwood – our house is 50/50.
Christy Lube Says...
Less than 8 lbs?? That is awesome! I may not need 2 vacuums this way, it would be so simple to carry up and down the stairs.
Tiffany Says...
I love that it’s only 7.7 lbs!
Pam Says...
HEPA filter, side brushes
pamelajmcbride at yahoo dot com
Teacher Lady Says...
I love that is so light and those side brushes would be great for stairs!
Amy F. Says...
Great Giveaway.
Shannon Says...
I learned Oreck makes this new vaccuum! Awesome and it is lightweight. Even better! Thanks!
Catalina Says...
easy to maneuver around any obstacle and cleans every kind of floor!
Sarah Says...
I love how light weight it is!
Lisa Says...
It’s so lightweight! It would be easy to carry around the house.
stefanie gladden Says...
I learned it is 7.7 pounds*, Magnesium RS is the lightest, full-powered, swivel-steering upright vacuum cleaner in America
ann lyfe
Aleigh Says...
I learned it is 7.7 pounds and light!!
Corinne Says...
Learned that it can be used on fans!! Love this!
Kim Garner Says...
I like the fact that it is light-weight and has powerful suction to pick up all my dog’s hairs 🙂 Thanks!
makeetis Says...
I learned that The direct suction and roller brush rotating at over 7,000 revolutions per minute, on hight speed, draw dirt right into the bag.
Amy Brewer
brewerchickey78@yahoo.com
Julie Says...
I like the side brushes and how it can fit under furniture.
Erica Best Says...
7 year warranty is great oreck make great stuff
sonyamorris (Sonya Morris) Says...
It lays virtually flat for easy cleaning under furniture. sonyadmorris@gmail.com
The Winesburg Family Says...
It really light! Which is great!
Tj and Amy Says...
I learned that its Durable: Magnesium frame is stronger than many types of steel. whoo hoo. amypugmire@live.com
Nikki Elkins Says...
its very lightweight and easy to use.
Thrifty Crafty Girl Says...
I’ve learned that it’s just over seven pounds and there’s a seven-year warranty!
David Holder Says...
It is only 7.7 pounds and has a 7 year warranty.
carol Says...
I learned that “at 7.7 pounds*, Magnesium RS is the lightest, full-powered, swivel-steering upright vacuum cleaner in America.”
amanda hoffman Says...
i learned that he wireless two-speed QuickSwitch® in the handle enables you to select the right power levels and move smoothly across all floor types and its only 7.7 pounds
Michelle J. Says...
I learned that it can go almost flat!
ssmtmb Says...
It is amazing how lightweight it is for such a powerful vacuum. 7.7 lbs. And I like how it can go flat!