Riccar - Prima Straight Suction with Turbo Nozzle (R50SS.2)

I had a Riccar Prima canister, and it was a GIANT PILE OF TRASH. And is literally trash now - the power head broke, the wand broke, and I ended up getting so annoyed that I just gave up on it and threw the stupid thing out. I don't know what their uprights are like, but after being burned horribly on the Prima, I personally wouldn't recommend a Riccar to my worst enemy.

I had a Riccar Prima canister. Worst vacuum I've ever used. Stupid thing self-destructed on me. Ended up scrapping it and getting a Sebo Felix, and never been happier.

I’m currently trying to get a refund for a riccar prima I bought after reading reviews on it. Everyone says they are not made in America (which was a highly stressed selling point) I have tried googling this, but am having a hard time as the only info I can seem to find are Reddit posts and vacuum sealer sites.. which seem to be completely conflicting (Reddit made in China, dealers USA) any way you could help direct me where I can find the not made in USA info?

I love mine, got it about 2 months ago and it’s the best vac I’ve ever used. I now prefer it over my bagged Riccar which I bought years ago, after going down a Reddit rabbit hole on vacuums.

No cordless, no bag less. Riccar makes the best. All with warranty over a year. Great quality. Last forever plus decades.

Riccar? That’s in my top 3.

Real vacuum dealerships will not sell Dyson any longer. Many other traditional brands either because those companies have decided to produce in Asia and change designs super fast. It is the OPPOSITE of sustainability, it is planned obsolescence at an incredible level. Vacs should not be bought online and a big box stores, these machines do not clean carpet/air, are designed to fail, can’t be serviced and are literal fire hazards. Man the stories I can tell you about “brand new” machines. Most were manufactured years before they reached the consumer. CAVEAT EMPTOR. Dealerships sell quality machines, built to last, serviceable, at great competitive prices, with warranties that do not cost extra. You can’t find service like that anywhere! Find a dealer and buy Riccar or Sebo.

See a local dealer. If they are too far, check Riccar on the web then hit me back. Riccar is best by far. BAGGED ONLY.

Mine imploded in less than a year. The motor died and it ate its own belt. Come to find out Most major brands in big box stores are owned by the same Chinese company and do not offer repairs. Just got a Riccar and am very happy with it

Riccar has been the best vacuum of all these manufacturers. If not myself I have seen my work go through tens of big box store vacuums and nothing comes close to the Riccar quality, effectiveness and lifespan.

Oh man i use a riccar for one of my buildings but the thing's been broken for 3 weeks now 😭

Riccar or Miele. I've had both, currently have a Miele, and once you step into this range of vacuums you typically won't be satisfied with lower end models abilities. Amazing suction, independently powered brush heads, multi-stage HEPA filtration, etc. Not sure what model the other user that had Miele had, but mine is super well built, but that's expected when spending $1200+ on a vacuum.

I have a Riccar and also got the stick vac on Black Friday. Went with the self empty model and the way that thing is just easy to use has me grabbing it more often than not.

I repaired vacuums for a few years. The oldest and best models we worked on were Miele and Riccar. They are easily serviceable as a tech, and worked far better than any Dyson or Shark. The cheap molded plastics on Dyson specifically taught me to never trust advertising and to do my own research. Also for people with allergies and pets, I also learned if you use a bagless vacuum that you're doing yourself more harm than good. Tons of videos and I've seen it in person, bagless vacs not only leak a lot after minimal use but throw more dust/particles in the air than even the worst bagged vacs. I traded my Dyson for a Riccar on Craigslist, and kept an old trade in Miele built in the 80s. They both are far better and easier to work on than the heap I traded out.

Maybe I missed it but in your links is the only place I’ve seen Riccar referenced. High quality vacuum- not sure how it’s not in OP’s data

I have a Shark Pet Pro Stick that plugs in, and it's really great on my hardwood floors and area rugs. I can't speak to super longevity yet, I've had it since 2023 with no issues. I used to have a Riccar, which is one of the good (but not quite Miele expensive) brands, and it was incredible- but it was also really heavy, and cumbersome. For me, regardless of how "good" the appliance is, the best one is the one I actually use. This and the Bissell Pet Hair Eraser handheld are my super duo. I have a short-haired dog who sheds like crazy and a maine coon. The tumblefuzz happens quickly if I skip a cleaning day.

I love my Riccar.

As someone who works in the industry you will be replacing parts on that Dyson within 2yrs and having it fail at the 5yr mark. Consumer based reports are skewed due to the type of questions they ask like “how often are you getting your vacuum serviced”. Truly, look into Riccar. Most stick vacuums are not for deep cleaning and are basically brooms on steroids. They’re great for messes that just happened and picking up some furballs. Deep clean you need an actual vacuum

Bought a Riccar in 2016 because of him and that thing is still amazing.

Seriously I remember back when that vacuum guy used to post amazing threads about vacuums and I bought a Riccar from his recommendation. I LOVE it. 8 years going strong.

I saw a comment above that said probably because you can’t buy them on Amazon. You gotta go to one of those vacuum stores people usually pass by and go who buys vacuums there? People that want awesome vacuums that’s who! Love my Riccar BTW.

I absolutely love my Riccar.

Supervacuums - Bethel Park PA 4949 Library Rd Bethel Park PA, 15102 Ph: (412) 833-0235 Mon-Fri. 9:00-5:00 Sat: 10:00am - 3:00pm I have several Sebos that I love. Riccar is also a good choice.

Something about how much Riccars vibrate the dirt out of carpet is so fun every time. I would go to the vacuum store and test drive their displays. They’ll all clean much better than a Dyson.

I absolutely love my Kirby, but I just got a Riccar and it so much smoother and easier to use. But I still love my Kirby and I feel like it cleans better.

I’m just here 5 months late. I received a Riccar for my wedding five years ago. Literally one of the best household tools I’ve ever used. QOL improvement over the vacuums I grew up with was night and day. 

I sell the riccar, we use them at home, they work great on carpet and hard surface, we have 2 huskies

really. i have one for 4 years and it is is a powerhouse. just make sure it does catch onto other things like cords, rugs, etc