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Comparison info on vacuum cleaners, floor steamers, carpet extractors, and other floor care items.

Oreck Magnesium vs XL Classic what’s the difference?

Here are some difference between Oreck Magnesium and XL Classic:

On/Off Control Location
The XL Classic has a Foot-switch Activation, the switch is located on the vacuum base, while the Magnesium SP has the control on the back and the Magnesium RS power control is on the handle.

Headlight
The Magnesium have LED headlights whereas the XL Classic does not have.

Speed Settings
The Magnesium have 2 speed settings whereas the XL Classic has only 1 speed.

Cord Length
The Magnesium have a 5 feet longer cord which is 30 feet versus 25 feet on the XL Classic.

Warranty and Tuneups
The Magnesium have longer warranty and more annual tuneups.

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Weight
The Magnesium are a bit lighter.

Compare Oreck Magnesium RS, SP with XL Classic

 Oreck Magnesium SP LW100 Bagged Upright Vacuum Cleaner SpecOreck XL Classic Upright Vacuum Cleaner U2200HHS SpecsOreck Magnesium RS LW1500RS Bagged Upright Vacuum Cleaner Specs
BrandOreckOreckOreck
ModelLW100U2200HHSLW1500RS
DesignUprightUprightUpright
Dirt CollectionBagBagBag
Full IndicatorNoNoNo
On/Off Switch Locationon the back of the vacuumon the base
Foot-switch Activation
on the handle
Power SourceCordedCordedCorded
Cord Length30 feet25 feet30 feet
Cord WindingManualManualManual
Motorized BrushrollYesYesYes
Brushroll ShutoffNoNoNo
Speed Settings212
Roller Speed7,000 revolutions per minute on high speed5,600 revolutions per minute7,000 revolutions per minute on high speed
Weightabout 7.7 pounds without cordApproximately 9 lbs without cordabout 7.7 pounds without cord
Height Adjustmentno manual settingno manual settingno manual setting
Nozzle Widthabout 12'' about 12''
HEPA FiltrationYesNoYes
HeadlightsYes
LED Headlight
NoYes
LED Headlight
AttachmentsNoNoNo
Edge BrushNoYesYes
Self-propelledNoNoNo
HandleEasy-fit Handle Helping Hand Handle Easy-fit Handle
Swivel SteeringNoNoYes
Suction ControlNoNoNo
ColorBlack with BlueGray with WitheBlack with Blue
Dimensions47.5'' H x 12'' W x 10.5'' D 47.75'' H x 12'' W x 10.5'' D
CRI Seal of ApprovalGold LevelSilver Level
ManualManual Download Link from Official SiteManual Download Link from Official Site
Tuneups3 tune-ups 1 tune-up 5 tune-ups
Warranty7-year limited warranty1 year limited warranty7-year limited warranty

Oreck Magnesium vs Touch what’s the difference?

There are some big difference between Oreck Magnesium and Touch that you would like to know before making a purchase.

1, Dirt Collecting Type
The Magnesium is bagged while the Touch is bagless.
Commonly, emptying a dust container is more messier than changing a bag. So, a bagged one is better for asthma and allergy sufferers

2, Brush On/Off and Speed Setting
The Magnesium has 2 speed settings but the brush is always on.
While the Touch has only 1 speed with brush On/Off switch.
According to user experience, the spinning brush is safe for laminate, vinyl, hardwood floors. But if you are afraid of the risk of scratching your hard floors with the non-stop spinning brush on Magnesium, then buy the Touch.

3, Included Tools
The Magnesium does NOT include any attachments for above floor cleaning, whereas the Touch comes with Cleaning Wand, Hose, Crevice Tool, Upholstery/Dusting Brush, Stair Tool and Accessories Bag.

4, Weight
This is another big difference. The Magnesium is about 9 pounds lighter. If you need to carry the vacuum up and down stairs to clean your house regularly, then this is a concern.
The Magnesium weighs approximately 7.7 lbs without cord whereas the Touch weighs 16.8 pounds without cord.

According to user reviews, the Touch picks up pet hair better than the Magnesium.
More details, read the comparison table below.

Compare Oreck Magnesium RS, SP with Touch

 Oreck Magnesium SP LW100 Bagged Upright Vacuum Cleaner SpecOreck Touch Upright Bagless BU10000 SpecsOreck Magnesium RS LW1500RS Bagged Upright Vacuum Cleaner Specs
BrandOreckOreckOreck
ModelLW100BU10000LW1500RS
DesignUprightUprightUpright
Dirt CollectionBagDust CupBag
Full IndicatorNoNoNo
On/Off Switch Locationon the back of the vacuumon the handleon the handle
Power SourceCordedCordedCorded
Cord Length30 feet30 feet30 feet
Auto Cord RewindNoNoNo
Motorized BrushrollYesYesYes
Brushroll ShutoffNoYesNo
Speed Settings212
Roller Speed7,000 revolutions per minute on high speed7,000 revolutions per minute on high speed
Weightabout 7.7 pounds without cordabout 16.8 pounds without cordabout 7.7 pounds without cord
Height Adjustmentno manual settingself adjust
no manual setting
no manual setting
Nozzle Widthabout 12'' about 12"about 12''
HEPA FiltrationYesYesYes
HeadlightsYes
LED Headlight
Yes
LED Headlight
Yes
LED Headlight
AttachmentsNocrevice tool, upholstery/dusting brush, stair tool and accessory bagNo
Edge BrushNoNoYes
Self-propelledNoNoNo
HandleEasy-fit Handle Easy-fit Handle
Swivel SteeringNoYesYes
Suction ControlNoNoNo
ColorBlack with BlueMulti ColorBlack with Blue
Dimensions47.5'' H x 12'' W x 10.5'' D 45”H x 12”W x 12.5”D47.75'' H x 12'' W x 10.5'' D
CRI Seal of ApprovalGold LevelSilver LevelSilver Level
ManualManual Download Link from Official SiteUser GuideManual Download Link from Official Site
Tuneups3 tune-ups 1 tune-up 5 tune-ups
Warranty7-year limited warranty5 year limited warranty7-year limited warranty

Compare Oreck Magnesium vs Insight

All of them are upright models, bagged, and corded. The Oreck XL Insight is heavier, has smaller wheels, carries shorter warranty, and is the cheapest one.

Compare Oreck Magnesium RS, SP with Insight U7010ECS specs

 Oreck Insight Vacuum Cleaner U7010ECS SpecsOreck Magnesium SP LW100 Bagged Upright Vacuum Cleaner SpecsOreck Magnesium RS LW1500RS Bagged Upright Vacuum Cleaner Specs
BrandOreckOreckOreck
ModelU7010ECSLW100LW1500RS
DesignUprightUprightUpright
Dirt CollectionBagBagBag
Full IndicatorNoNoNo
On/Off Switch Locationon the handleon the back of the vacuumon the handle
Power SourceCordedCordedCorded
Cord Length30 feet30 feet30 feet
Auto Cord RewindNoNoNo
Motorized BrushrollYesYesYes
Brushroll ShutoffNoNoNo
Speed Settings222
Roller Speed6,500 revolutions per minute on high speed7,000 revolutions per minute on high speed7,000 revolutions per minute on high speed
Weightabout 9 pounds without cordabout 7.7 pounds without cordabout 7.7 pounds without cord
Height Adjustmentno manual settingno manual settingno manual setting
Nozzle Widthabout 13"about 12'' about 12''
HEPA FiltrationYesYesYes
HeadlightsYes
Yes
LED
Yes
LED
AttachmentsNoNoNo
Side BrushYesNoYes
Self-propelledNoNoNo
HandleComfort-fit handleEasy-fit HandleEasy-fit Handle
Swivel SteeringNoNoYes
Suction ControlNoNoNo
ColorMulti Color Black with BlueBlack with Blue
Price$399.99 on oreck.com on November 12, 2014$599.99 on oreck.com on November 12, 2014
Dimensions48' H x 13'' W x 9.5'' D47.5'' H x 12'' W x 10.5'' D 47.75'' H x 12'' W x 10.5'' D
ManualManual Download Link from Official SiteManual Download Link from Official Site
Tuneups3 tune-ups 5 tune-ups
Warranty5 year limited warranty7-year limited warranty7-year limited warranty
CRI Seal of ApprovalGold LevelSilver Level

Oreck Magnesium vs Graphite which is better to suit your needs?

All of these Oreck bagged upright vacuum cleaners are lightweight, they have motorized brush roller, but the brush roller cannot be shut off, and all of them come with NO attachments.
They also have some difference.
The On/Off design is different as well as the the locations. The Magnesium RS and Graphite have the control on the handle, while the Magnesium SP has the control button on the back.
The Magnesium RS has the swivel design that the Magnesium SP and Graphite do not feature.
The wheels on the Magnesium is larger than the ones on the Graphite.
The Magnesium RS is the most expensive one while the Magnesium SP is the cheapest one.
And there are also some difference on the color, weight, dimension, handle design, warranty, and tuneup. Read the table below to get more details, then buy the one that better suits your needs.

Compare Oreck Magnesium RS, SP with Graphite U4300H2BS

 Oreck Magnesium SP LW100 Bagged Upright Vacuum CleanerOreck Magnesium RS LW1500RS Bagged Upright Vacuum CleanerOreck Graphite U4300H2BS Bagged Upright Vacuum Cleaner
BrandOreckOreckOreck
ModelLW100LW1500RSU4300H2BS
DesignUprightUprightUpright
Dirt CollectionBagBagBag
Full IndicatorNoNoNo
On/Off Switch Locationon the back of the vacuumon the handleon the handle
Power SourceCordedCordedCorded
Cord Length30 feet30 feet30 feet
Auto Cord RewindNoNoNo
Motorized BrushrollYesYesYes
Brushroll ShutoffNoNoNo
Speed Settings222
Roller Speed7,000 revolutions per minute on high speed7,000 revolutions per minute on high speed5,600 revolutions per minute on high speed
Weightabout 7.7 pounds without cordabout 7.7 pounds without cordabout 9 pounds without cord
Height Adjustmentno manual settingno manual settingno manual setting
Nozzle Widthabout 12'' about 12''about 12.5"
HEPA FiltrationYesYesYes
HeadlightsYes
LED
Yes
LED
Yes
Incandescent
AttachmentsNoNoNo
Edge BrushNoYesYes
Self-propelledNoNoNo
HandleEasy-fit Handle Easy-fit Handle Helping Hand Handle
Swivel SteeringNoYesNo
Suction ControlNoNoNo
ColorBlack with BlueBlack with BlueBlack with Silver
Dimensions47.5'' H x 12'' W x 10.5'' D 47.75'' H x 12'' W x 10.5'' D47'' H x 12.5'' W x 9'' D
ManualManual Download Link from Official SiteManual Download Link from Official SiteUser Guide
Tuneups3 tune-ups 5 tune-ups 1 tune-ups
Warranty7-year limited warranty7-year limited warranty6 year limited warranty
CRI Seal of ApprovalGold LevelSilver LevelSilver Level

Please reply below to share your reviews on Oreck Graphite, Magnesium RS, SP if you own these vacuum cleaners or know other difference between them.