Eureka NEU181D

Verdict

The Eureka PowerSpeed NEU181D is a very light, inexpensive upright that cleans carpets well and handles large debris respectably thanks to its height adjustment. It is a strong everyday performer for budget buyers, though its unsealed filtration, basic handling, and hair tangling on long strands keep it from feeling premium.

Pros

  • Emptying & Mess Control 1 review 5.0
    A bottom-release dust cup opens cleanly over the trash, keeping the emptying process quick and relatively low-mess for everyday use.
  • Onboard tool storage 1 review 5.0
    Onboard holsters keep the turbo, crevice, dusting, and upholstery tools attached to the vacuum so they are always ready to use.
  • Weight 2 reviews 4.8
    At about ten pounds it is exceptionally light for a full-size upright, making it easy to carry up stairs and use for longer sessions without much fatigue.
  • Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup 2 reviews 4.5
    The NEU181D excels at routine carpet cleaning on medium pile rugs, pulling up embedded dirt effectively and delivering especially strong performance for its price.
  • Pet-Ready Features 2 reviews 4.5
    Strong suction and the included pet turbo tool make this model very capable at lifting pet hair from carpets and upholstery in homes with dogs or cats.
  • Suction & Airflow 2 reviews 4.5
    A 960-watt motor delivers strong suction across carpets and mixed floors, giving this lightweight upright better cleaning power than many similarly priced competitors.
  • Bin & Bag 2 reviews 4.0
    The large 2.6-liter dust cup provides ample capacity for whole-home sessions before emptying, supporting extended cleaning with fewer interruptions.
  • Controls & UI 2 reviews 4.0
    Multiple height settings help tune performance across different carpet thicknesses and hard floors, improving both pickup and ease of pushing.
  • Accessories & Tools 1 review 4.0
    An included pet turbo brush, crevice tool, dusting brush, and upholstery tool cover most detail cleaning jobs around the home.
  • Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake 1 review 4.0
    Height adjustment setting helps reduce snow plowing and improves intake of cereal sized debris on hard floors and low pile rugs.
  • Headlight & LED lights 1 review 4.0
    Built-in headlights at the floorhead illuminate dust and debris in darker corners and under furniture to improve cleaning visibility.
  • Maintenance requirements 1 review 4.0
    Washable foam filtration reduces the need for replacement filters, keeping ongoing maintenance simple and low cost.
  • Upholstery / Above-Floor Pickup 1 review 4.0
    A roughly seven-foot hose extends reach for above-floor cleaning on furniture, shelves, vents, and other elevated surfaces.

Cons

  • Maneuverability & Handling 1 review 3.0
    Standard non swiveling head makes handling only average, so it behaves like a traditional push and pull upright around furniture.
  • Filtration / Dust Containment 1 review 2.0
    Unsealed canister allows some fine dust to leak out, so air quality is less protected than on sealed HEPA uprights.
  • Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance 1 review 2.0
    Brush roll handles everyday debris but long strands of hair wrap quickly and need to be cut away after heavy hair cleanups.