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NOW CLOSED Try out the new Globe Hoover and get to keep it after testing

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TheOtherHelenMumsnet · 25/07/2012 10:09

Hoover are looking for 5 Mumsnetters to put the new Globe Hoover to the test.

This is what Hoover says about the product: "Globe is Hoover's new manoeuvrable range of vacuum cleaners containing patented twist and steer technology allowing you to easily glide around furniture. The compact and lightweight design combines with a self aligning locking mechanism and directional control meaning that Globe is not only easy to manoeuvre but it also effortlessly negotiates obstacles and corners."

In order to really test what the Globe can do, Hoover will be setting challenges for testers to undertake during the trial and then asking them to add their feedback to a thread on MN and, if possible, send in pictures and/or video footage. The challenges include vacuuming around obstacles in the home, hard to reach places and stairs, cleaning up after pets etc. Please note that if you supply any video or photo footage, it may appear on MN, YouTube and/or Facebook.

This product test is open to all UK Mumsnetters with at least one child. If you wish to take part in this trial please sign up here.

Everyone who takes part in the product test and leaves their feedback gets to keep the Globe Hoover after testing (RRP £229). There will also be an additional £30 Amazon voucher up for grabs for the tester who sends in the best video or photo of them doing the challenges.

Thanks and good luck!
MNHQ

OP posts:
bluebump · 25/07/2012 19:14

I hate my Dyson, I'd love to try something new so i've signed up!

Wolfcub · 25/07/2012 19:57

I've signed up, I would love to find a decent vacuum cleaner

SirBoobAlot · 25/07/2012 21:53

I'm signed up. Find a lot of vacuum cleaners just too heavy for me to manouver with my stupid body. Would be delighted to find one that wasn't!.

muddledsheep · 25/07/2012 22:00

Done, here's hoping :-)

Davinaaddict · 25/07/2012 22:57

Me please! My Dyson is on its last legs, and with 2 small children, a vacuum is essential to the house! Grin

Ladygaggia · 25/07/2012 23:19

The challenges sound like my typical cleaning - around obstacles Grin

Popoozle · 25/07/2012 23:40

Please, please pick me! Another MNer who's permanently disappointed by a Dyson Grin.

Tigerbomb · 25/07/2012 23:43

I have my fingers, legs, and eyes crossed that I will be one of the lucky 5

CJCregg · 26/07/2012 01:09

Done. I also lost a good hoover to my ex and ended up with a crappy hand-me-down dyson which I am putting up with as no money for anything better. Would love to try out a Globe Smile

albertswearengen · 26/07/2012 09:55

Signed up too. I am another Dyson sufferer.

Isitme1 · 26/07/2012 10:10

Done!
We have2 cats and a dog plus I have 1lo and db 2 lo's come over everyday!
Our lo like to hide crumbs in the corners Hmm
would love a new hoover

Isitme1 · 26/07/2012 10:13

Ps we also have a dyson :| stupid machine has loss suction

GladbagsAndYourHandrags · 26/07/2012 10:15

I've signed up, soooooo hoping to be picked. Is it really sad that this would make my summer? Blush

ilovesprouts · 26/07/2012 10:30

ooh please id love to try my old vac is dying, pet hairall over plus one son who thinks its funny to grind food in carpet .

WheresMyCow · 26/07/2012 10:55

It will be me...I Want to Break Free came on the radio as I was completeing the survey. It's a sign Grin

PeazlyPops · 26/07/2012 12:06

Have signed up, fingers crossed!

sparklystar · 26/07/2012 13:09

Done :)

Dillydollydaydream · 26/07/2012 13:41

I've signed up. I've got an ancient Dyson that I can't justify replacing at the moment. We have guinea pigs and cats so need something super sucky!

InMySpareTime · 26/07/2012 16:01

Dilly Shock please please don't "super sucky" the guinea pigs!Grin

ouryve · 26/07/2012 16:11

We have a navy carpet (not our choice) and my kids are Hansel and Gretel. Between them and DH and his DIY, our Dyson is on its last legs (and out of warranty, now). I need this!

And I'll be taking the pictures, tyvm!

ouryve · 26/07/2012 16:13

Another one to add to the MN profile. The scarf, the haircut, a distates for Greggs sausage rolls and fruitshoots and now, the elderly dys(functi)on

CakeistheAnswer · 26/07/2012 17:33

Erm...hello?

Isn't anyone else intrigued by the fact that the Globe has directionanal control?

Shouldn't this thread be saved for Friday?

Sounds fun - definitely signed up! Grin

Gauchita · 26/07/2012 18:32

Done! I'm v disappointed in our Dyson Sad Fingers crossed!

browny · 26/07/2012 19:18

All done...would love to just hoover and for the carpet to look half decent, instead of being covered in dog/cat/daughters' hair!

mynameis · 26/07/2012 19:25

Oh no please disregard my comment box Blush darn autocorrect

Will submit another one