VAX Platinum Power Max Carpet Cleaner Review (ECB1SPV1)

[@subliutenant]

Don't know why anyone would thumbs down this! You've had the decency to share your experience with us and done it very well, if I may say so! Thanks Jon, much appreciated!

[@JulieWallis1963]

Mo Gordon yeah! God forbid anyone have a thought of _their_ own when listening to stilted narration. *i gave a thumbs* down because of the awful “hi, you may remember me me from ....” style of narrator. Because of spending way too long showing the outside of the box. Because of the “it’s been a week” jump in editing.... because showing how to assemble the unit would have been a plus. There was no demonstration of how to use it either! So, you carry on being flummoxed as to why “anyone would thumbs down” 🥴🤦‍♀️🥴🤦‍♀️🥴

[@alanheslop5860]

Tried it on deep clean and you use that much water you cannot get the water out of the carpet so i have used my old machine to remove the water. Remember Vax is not Vax it's Hoover and there shit

[@hsh3710]

probably because he is not showing the truth. He is cleaning a clean carpet, and this does not show how fast the water really runs out and how long it lasts after filling the tank once. This film looks like an ordinary product advertisement. It's like a commercial for anti-wrinkle creams starring women in their 20s.

[@purpleturkey1792]

​@@JulieWallis1963 idiot 😂

[@ajb5114]

This is not just carpet cleaner, but also hard floor cleaner too. Not complete review. He talks too much not showing actual work.

[@carolwotherspoon61]

Thank you for taking the time to do this Jon. I have woken up this morning with a bit of trepidation as I promised myself I would clean the dining room carpet after having had 16 for Christmas dinner, including an 18 month old who hasn't quite mastered his fork and spoon! After watching your very comprehensive video I'm now feeling confident to tackle it. Bless you!

[@yepnowletussee6702]

I have just got this after my daughter and friends had been using it.. I moved into a house that had a terrible stain.. water was black and stain had gone but like you carpet stayed wet longer than what I thought so was worried but after watching this felt better.. this film really helped.. thank you .

[@X22GJP]

Great review, buying one to replace and ageing cleaner I’ve got. Just a slight correction though - the two modes you switch between are for cleaning and rinsing, not deep clean vs regular clean. Clean uses a mix of water and cleaning solution, rinse just uses water. The idea being you clean first, then go over again with plain water to, well, rinse the carpet and remove any excess cleaning solution left behind.

[@deedlit67]

You have both - rinse or wash and deep clean or quick clean

[@221b-Maker-Street]

@@deedlit67 Yes, but the rinse mode isn't _optional_ is what I believe the OP is saying. The video creator appears to have conflated the two cleaning modes with the two speed modes!

[@JulieWallis1963]

I have just bought this same model, I’m impressed with it. I too have the same silver grey carpet as you so buying a washer was essential to keep my new carpet looking its best. I only cleaned my large rug so far but got an amazing amount of dirt out! ☕️ my waste water looked like espresso.

[@jackieball6253]

Bought one and i can honestly say, my carpets look better than when we payed a professional to do them. 5 star rating.

[@traceypayne8552]

My vaxs stop sucking up dirty water

[@cass1767]

Hi Jon... just watched your video after having used the Vax Platinum for the first time. Great honest review, and like you I have never used a carpet cleaner before. Only used it on one carpet so far with great results. Going to tackle the stairs next! Just one downside for me was having to use a screwdriver to remove the Brushbar for cleaning, and I couldn’t get the Spinbar Brush to pull off, I was worried it may break, and my fingers are little too fat to get right into the small space to add leverage, but with a bit of poking and pulling I was able to remove any debri. Also there is still a small amount of water trapped in the ‘mixing’ chamber of the Clean Water tank, no instructions of how to drain it on Vax User Guide... but apart from that a really great carpet cleaner. And thanks again for your video, very well put together !

[@victoriac8814]

I love the This unit. So satisfying seeing the dirt coming out the carpets. It also gets up pet hair thats embedded in the carpets. Well worth the money. Smells so much better.

[@michellemccarthy6238]

Thanks for the review and instructions. I purchase one a few months back but have just had to chance to have a go while the family are away and the house empty. Wow I thought my carpet was reasonably clean! The amount of dirty water that comes out is amazing and even lifted some old stains. Carpets looking fresh and clean again!

[@stephenclark5815]

Hi Jon, used it today for first time we’ve got two dog’s and two Parrots so downstairs carpets were looking a bit grubby, worked really well very happy with results, The free steam mop was also useful for kitchen and bathroom floors but we’ll need to invest in a few more mop heads, they are washable but I’d prefer different colours then we can keep kitchen and bathroom mops separate, thanks for your review, also paid around the £250 mark so good cleaner for the price

[@ichbinjon]

Great to get a genuine, honest review!

[@adamheron3313]

Hi Jon and thanks for your excellent, detailed and very comprehensive review of this vax cleaner. I have been considering buying this for some time now and your review has made the final decision for me. Am off to Currys to collect one later today! Thanks again, Adam.

[@bonitabate6002]

This vid great John . Keep making these as you go . It certainly made my mind up to buy this make of cleaner . Thank you.

[@ElectricTeeth]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@mightycain4725]

We bought one a few months ago, And I used it on my mother's rug that looked it had bald patches on it. after I was finished it looked perfect no bald patches at all!!!

[@testedbyjon]

Great to hear of someone else as pleased as I am with it.

[@mightycain4725]

If you don’t mind me asking but how do you clean the clear plastic bit at the front that sucks up the water. I have removed it to try clean it but there is a thin gap where there is some dirt that I can’t get to clean it. Any ideas?

[@ElectricTeeth]

To be honest I haven't worried too much. 🙄

[@michaelbenfield7523]

I have just used one of these and as we have dogs dog hairs have got in the said clear plastic bit, I looked on the customer help line and you need a cross head screw driver the scrub unit pulls out and then you can unscrew the belt cover, then the end caps of the roller unscrew this allows the roller to be removed, the plastic cover can now be cleaned, roller and scrubber can be washed out, the front plastic bit unclips by lifting the grey leaver above this can then be flushed out, the hole thing can then be put back together.

[@KevingrahamdrivertrainingCoUk]

Just used this item for the first time in our stairs and - WOW!

[@Wishful-Thinking]

Thanks for this review. Getting one delivered tomorrow hopefully which cost me £199 with a free steam cleaner so it is currently a great price. I’ve never used a carpet cleaner / washer like Vax before but needs must and your review has given me the confidence I will be able to do so. Thanks once again, a big thumbs up from me 👍🏻

[@AIML123.]

Really useful and honest review, thanks 😃 I’ve seen the tv ads recently too and so I wanted to check out some reviews first before purchasing. We’re going to go and buy one now 👍🏻

[@nickelliott6259]

Great review thanks. We've just bought a more basic model from Aldi which seems to work well but no attachments for stairs etc.

[@johnr7769]

Excellent review. Was contemplating whether to replace my old Vax cleaner, which has given excellent service over the last 10+ years. with the Paltinum.

[@testedbyjon]

Thanks for the positive comment. 😊

[@jackiemoxon2186]

Got this carpet cleaner very good but motor burnt out after 3years

[@SonofGroucho1]

Useful review. We used ours for the first time yesterday. Very impressed.

[@andrewheap6148]

Just bought this product and your video was very helpful, so well done to you !

[@testedbyjon]

Thanks Andrew

[@thedow13]

Would love to see a review of this after a few uses, I've had two, both had fatal flaws after a few uses.

[@djwalkerfemaledj]

Got my Vax Friday love it my carpet looks brand-new

[@mikegeeguitarman8991]

Great video mate. Well done and many thanks. Please do more!

[@davidjames5407]

Hi Jon, Just bought one used it on the stairs and hallway well impressed would recommend this to anyone .

[@markanthony4655]

Nice video, Was looking at this on TV this morning. I think I will get one at some point. I already have the large round Orange Vax, but that will be reused in my shed as a big hoover and for also as a pump for unblocking drains and stuff.

[@Ayns.L14A]

nice review cheers Jon, my 17 year old Rug Dr has finally given up the ghost ( second motor blown £130 to replace)so I was looking into replacing it this looks like a great option.

[@deborahrossi4048]

Thank you Jon, I found this review helpful, I am considering purchasing this model but have been slightly reluctant to buy any cleaner, previously switching to hiring a rug doctor having owned but not liking the old style orange cylinder round one which I found cumbersome and not that effective at cleaning.

[@elainekelly5274]

Thanks Jon. You are honest and that is great. I definitely would like to buy one after seeing your video.

[@xshivgibsonx]

Great review, iv orderd this cleaner I no now what to expect with my own carpets, I was quite nervous spending allot of money on a cleaner for it not to be as good as it comes across on the vax advertisements, I'm really looking forward to mine arriving on Friday,

[@johnc6919]

Very good review, just purchased this unit and after your vid feel a bit more confident in using it. Thanks.

[@lucindathorpe7283]

Just Bought Ours How Was Your Carpets 💜💜

[@victoriacharlesworth2019]

Thanks for making this video - very helpful.

[@anitafreail9065]

Thank you for this useful review Jon. You convinced me so it’s on its way!

[@sheilakp52]

Thanks for that, cleared up a few points that could not fathom, yes I know vax say its simple!

[@VivienClark-m9x]

I used mine for the first time today .they came up ok. But once I turned it off to tackle the stairs, there was water coming out from underneath. Got in touch with Vax, explained what was wrong. I just kept going over the same questions very frustrating. I looked at other reviews, and this seems to be a common fault. I would never have bought it if I'd gad known.😢😢

[@mikepitch]

Nice one thanks for the review, I am just about to use the one I have bought this morning. Helpful stuff thanks.

[@vaan1520]

Great review. Honest and direct. Am looking to buy a carpet cleaner , so was very useful. Thank you, Jon

[@naush777]

Would be good if you can make a video on how you go about cleaning your powermax.

[@testedbyjon]

Sorry for the delay in reply to this comment. Missed the notification. I just cleaned it with a damp cloth and rinsed what parts I could out. 👍

[@naush777]

Tested By Jon thanks Jon will try it.

[@lindanassau1400]

Hi the front get’s very trapped with dirt and pile seem’s theirs no easy way to clean machine without stripping it down got as far as belt then couldn’t figure out what to do, damp cloth not sufficient need advice please

[@helenwillis5992]

Tested By Jon not enough to clean this properly. I was hoping for a detailed video on how to remove the rollers and spin scrub.

[@fergusyeadon2265]

Very good review thank you Really liked your review clear and helpful 😊😊😊

[@pauldeacon406]

Very useful review, I just ordered the same model with steam cleaner from VAX... 👍

[@nozyspy4967]

Excellent video man. 👍

[@winstonlindsay8486]

Well demonstrated, now I can purchase Vax carpet cleaner with ease thanks .

[@terrythomas3755]

Clear and helpful delivery. Thank you.

[@Holliewooddz]

Great review, thankyou. It's made my mind up to buy this now. Any idea on what detergents or spot ons I need for bad stains from spillage and dogs muddy feet stains please?

[@testedbyjon]

I have just used the Vax own stuff. There may be cheaper or similar product bit found that the Vax own solutions do the job well enough. 👍

[@rodimousa9503]

Its the best cleaning carpet i just bought it and i'm very happy with it

[@cipriani9607]

Thank you for your help,very,very nice review !!!👏👏👏

[@Rain-uh4us]

Would you say this is better than the rug doctor thankyou

[@naush777]

Good video buddy, was watching it whilst unboxing my powemax.

[@testedbyjon]

Thanks for the positive feedback 😁

[@Peciman1]

@@testedbyjon Thanks Jon: Great instructions. I used to have a Bex Bissel machine which I had for many years and it was fantastic with great suction power but it has given up the ghost now and I have bought a Vax Platinum Power Max and plan to give it a go today.

[@MrTommyt234]

Great video. I'm buying one. Cheers

[@SuperRichard1946]

Excellent, Thank you, Richard

[@Bobby12d]

Thanks Jon, I just bought one of these and was very pleased with it. I have previously hired Rug Doctors and found this a lot easier to use. I think the one hour drying time is a bit optimistic but perhaps I am over enthusiastic with the trigger. However I do have an Ebac dehumidifier which obviously helps speed up the drying process.

[@elenamcrae6456]

Thank you for your review, it is very helpful :-))

[@Portrait-in-Black]

Top review, thank you.

[@gemmacarey5551]

How do I change the belt it’s really winding up there’s no videos on how to do it

[@sueclewer4478]

🙂 grateful thank you

[@tvA-ue2nb]

I read so many good reviews, and I'm sad because I didn't get the expected result. The dust stays on the brushes and I don't know how to clean them. What am I doing wrong? I waited so long to see how to clean the carpet and all I get is more dust.

[@enriquetacarrasco2565]

Great review. Very informative

[@joannabarnes1128]

This is so helpful, thank you for sharing

[@anntownsend1433]

I got mine but that very model let me down. The belt started melting and there was a small unit inside that I would not dare to touch.

[@nonyabusiness999]

I've had 2 and both belts have burnt out causing smoke from the back,vax don't care because its 2 years old and out of warranty,I have a new one with vaxs 6 year warranty and I'll be using that warranty if there's even the slightest issue....

[@garyandsarahcurshen7401]

Great review, thanks!

[@rosemarybaillie8257]

How well does it work on hard floors are there any issues ....

[@leslieslass]

It actually looks pretty good, but I've actually bought the Vax ECJ1PAV1 . I'm wondering if I should have bought this instead. I'll see when I actually get it sent to me.

[@wm6204]

Thanks for your review👍 I'm going to get one on the same deal as you. Have you tried the steam cleaner ? If so, with what success Thanks 👍

[@testedbyjon]

Yes does the job 👍

[@berylbrown2402]

Well done Jon. Good comprehensive review!

[@alanmudie2352]

Any issue in removing the tools ? I’ve found it really difficult to remove them when clicked into position. Eventually tab broke off the spin scrub stair attachment

[@katekirk139]

I have just had this machine as a replacement for my Vax Dual which I add what amazing! I am finding that with the Power Max, water used to clean, the out put.... is far more than the water that is being sucked up from the carpets and being collected in the dirty tank? After ringing Vax Customer Service they advised that you will only get about a third of the output back in the water collection tank??? Has anyone experienced the same? I have checked and checked all the connections etc and there is noting a miss.... any input would be appreciated x

[@hazeletherington3628]

I had noticed that. The old vax almost returned all the water into the tank.

[@flickafy]

Used it for the first time today and despite going over quite a few times, it didn't apparently draw more water out as a result. Did you end up working out a different way to draw more water back in?

[@fritzyschannel5942]

curious mate what are your thoughts over 2 years on,i'm looking for carpet cleaner & came across your review

[@testedbyjon]

Sorry for the slow reply. Still using. Not used all that often but I feel I have gotten value from it. Family have borrowed etc. I did have to replace the spin bar as the fixings on that broke. Cost about £15. Probably in future I would just get a professional in. But that is more me being lazy and not wanting to do the job.

[@fritzyschannel5942]

@@testedbyjon no worries & that's brilliant,i'm the same i'm not going to use it that much but i just want something reliable & thanks for replying mate i appreciate it.

[@eightseagullsapart]

Thanks so much. Very useful

[@felicityprior1]

Hi. Please can you tell me how to empty the dirty tank.

[@sedigives]

It's a Hoover Pro-clean with a few cosmetic changes.

[@elliehinchliffe2571]

Great video, good info. Thanks

[@marialevick9437]

My,Vax is not sucking water back in the machine,please help

[@tinabarga]

I have a large thìck pile rug. Will it work on rugs with a deep pile without damaging the rug.

[@RandomVibes505]

Hi it's say that is for hard floor aswell .how is clean hard floor ? It's vacuum carpet aswell ?

[@testedbyjon]

I have only used on carpets. It's not a traditional vacuum. It vacuums up the water but it's not designed for general vacuuming

[@gerrya3610]

Reassuring to observe how you went about cleaning the carpets. However, there is no indication of how much 4ml is. After cleaning a small space which was soiled there was little residue water even though I rinsed properly. The carpets also felt too dry after supposedly cleaning them. I suppose it is just trial and error.

[@joesoy9185]

It's 40 millilitres per I litre of water, a typo maybe. A measuring cup is the answer. I keep the water lever supressed until I think enough solution has come through.

[@clarefuller4765]

How did you get any unused carpet solution out

[@elitefurnishings530]

Any suggestions please as to why my hand tool spray is not working ?

[@testedbyjon]

Some sort of blockage? Sorry I haven't experienced that issue.

[@jonnyclohessy6108]

Can this be used as a normal hoover too

[@testedbyjon]

No it can't

[@ebXXY]

Outstanding thank you.

[@jhayre1000]

the rinse mode is to remove excess shampoo out of the carpets, great video though.

[@221b-Maker-Street]

5:33 Sorry, what?! _"I plan to use the rinse option in future. That's the mode that basically allows the carpet to dry in just one hour but in my particular instance there was no point doing the rinse action."_ Do you not rinse your clothes after washing them - or your washing-up?! You appear to have fundamentally misunderstood, how this machine works! *_Everyone_** should be using the rinse action every time;* it has absolutely nothing to do with the 'dry in one hour' option which is a separate button entirely. I think you've conflated the rinse and wash modes with the 'deep clean' and 'quick clean' button right at the base of the unit.

[@ajayjoseph4498]

Thanks for the video. Can you use this on the laminated floor?

[@testedbyjon]

No I don't believe so

[@voulakon7651]

Is the carpet dry after?

[@joesoy9185]

No.

[@jennkaidem222]

Why is my water not coming out just bought one

[@yellow6153]

how does the dirty water fill the 2nd tank?

[@testedbyjon]

The machine pumps it into it as part of the cleaning process.

[@vinnyfarrell8391]

You just need to keep going over carpet when you have finished you will see when no more water is coming up and it will dry quicker

[@joesoy9185]

I place old towels and bath mats over the carpet and step on them to accelerate the drying process

[@domantaszubas3817]

Amazing

[@Mummabear543]

We just bought this today, please may I ask does the middle spinner keep falling out? Ours does I didnt know whether it was broke or that's normal?

[@Mummabear543]

I wish I could show before and after pictures. My bedroom carpet was terrible. Now we have a clean carpet again. Worth the money definitely. They didn't have the one I wanted in stock I did have to pay the extra 60 pounds but gosh I'm glad I did. Asthmatic also, cleaning solution made me feel a bit wheezy but nothing an inhaler sorted. Brilliant guys deffo buy :) the middle spinner was broken and they replaced it all with a brand new washer :)

[@sandieprice3700]

Is it heavy to take upstairs? I want to clean bedroom carpets. Thank you

[@testedbyjon]

It's not light but I have carried heavier.

[@sandragriffiths9692]

@@testedbyjon Thank you for the info

[@theworldsfullofsnowflakes7119]

Carry it empty fill it up stairs then empty it upstairs its pretty light without water in it.

[@emmsue1053]

@@theworldsfullofsnowflakes7119 Well done .. some common sense!! 👍👍

[@bally1208]

excellent review

[@lizlavington8653]

Well Done

[@JustMxAsh]

Any idea what to do when the nozzle stop spinning?

[@testedbyjon]

If you mean the brush bar at the front then it depends on the cause. Parts can be replaced. Probably best to speak to vax and help diagnose the fault.

[@sammyassayed9447]

Can I use this instead of a vacuum?

[@emmsue1053]

No, it will block. Hoover first.

[@Nono-CR73mk]

Hoover??

[@mervynhardy3693]

Why is this demonstrator insisting on using the pointless expression "Kind of ? A good review spoilt by using such an inanity

[@mr.praktislaundryexpert6897]

Harga berapa?

[@jamesmcnair230]

Got 1

[@yvettebuckingham7600]

I DID NOT LIKE THE SOUND OF GOING OVER AGAIN WITH CLEAR WATER I THOUGHT YOU CHANGE THE TANK OVER FOR CLEAR WATER

[@noneofhourbusiness]

Do you rinse your plates etc when washing up, or do you just leave the dirty, soapy dish water on them?

[@LitchyC]

The video is fine but the product is rubbish, the motor failed on mine at just over 12 months was used about 3 times for standard front room so no time used really, Vax say the product was not registered in time to receive the extended warranty.

[@PaulW1954]

Not a patch on GEORGE ...