
So far this year the best sale for Direct vacuums has been the Easter sale in April with 168 items reduced and an average discount of 39.0%
| Date | Month | Volume | Avg Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25/04/2026 | April | 168 | 39.0% |
| 22/04/2026 | April | 155 | 39.0% |
| 02/05/2026 | May | 153 | 39.1% |
| 26/04/2026 | April | 153 | 38.5% |
| 24/04/2026 | April | 153 | 38.2% |
| 28/04/2026 | April | 146 | 39.3% |
| 23/04/2026 | April | 148 | 38.8% |
| 03/05/2026 | May | 147 | 39.0% |
| 01/05/2026 | May | 142 | 38.8% |
| 30/04/2026 | April | 138 | 38.7% |
| 29/04/2026 | April | 137 | 38.3% |
| 04/05/2026 | May | 137 | 38.3% |
| 21/02/2026 | February | 101 | 43.5% |
| 20/12/2025 | December | 104 | 41.0% |
| 17/12/2025 | December | 103 | 41.2% |
| 21/12/2025 | December | 101 | 41.6% |
| 19/12/2025 | December | 103 | 40.6% |
| 23/12/2025 | December | 101 | 40.7% |
| 30/11/2025 | November | 94 | 43.6% |
| 18/12/2025 | December | 101 | 40.3% |
We are predicting the next Direct vacuums sale to be the Black Friday sale in November. 210 days to go!
Vax CDUP-PLXS Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner Air Lift 2 Pet 950w 1.5L
Hoover HF910H Anti-Twist Pet Cordless Vacuum Cleaner Grey/Red 21.6V
Numatic WBV370NX Cordless Wet & Dry Vacuum Cleaner NO BATTERY PROVIDED Blue
Hoover HW3P10 Turbo Clean Wet&Dry Cordless Vacuum Cleaner Anti Hair Wrap Black
Vax CLSV-B4CS ONEPWR Blade 4 Classic Cordless Stick Upright Vacuum Cleaner 18V
Vax U85-AS-Pe NEW Air Stretch Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner RRP£239.99
Numatic HEN100 Henry Quick Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner Lightweight 25.2V Grey
Tefal GV9812G0 NEW High Pressure Steam Generator Station Iron 1.2L Blue & White
Tefal SV9201G0 NEW Steam Generator Station Iron Express Protect White & Burgundy
Numatic CTB370NX Cordless Wet & Dry Vacuum Cleaner NO BATTERY & CHARGER Blue
Tefal SV8155G0 Steam Generator Station Iron Express Vision 2200w Blue & Black
VAX UCA1GEV1 NEW Mach Air Lightweight Upright Bagless Vacuum Cleaner Hoover
Vax CLHF-G2KS Glide 2 Cordless Hardfloor Cleaner Wet & Dry Vacuum Cleaner
AirCraft 46670 PowerGlide Cruise Cordless Hard Floor Cleaner Polisher Grey
Tefal GV9820G0 High Pressure Steam Generator Station Iron Pro Express Vision
Vax CLSV-PAKS 18V Cordless Stick Upright Vacuum Cleaner Pace 0.6L Grey & Blue
Hoover HF1P10HX Plus Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner Lightweight Black/Magenta
Hoover HL410PT HL4 Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner Push&Lift Pet 2.5L 850w
Hoover HF1P.10P 14.4v Cordless Stick Upright Vacuum Cleaner HF1 Plus Pet
Vax CWGRV011 NEW Rapid Power Revive Upright Carpet Washer Upholstery Cleaner
Lakeland 46635 Spot Cleaner Corded Carpet Washer & Stain Remover 1600W Black
HOOVER HL210HMA Turbo Style Upright Bagless Vacuum Cleaner 2.5L 850w Teal & Grey
Hoover HP120PET HP1 Bagless Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner Powerful Pet 2L 700W Black
Numatic CT370-2 Professional Commercial Wet & Dry Vacuum Cleaner 15L 1060W Blue
Hoover HP320PET Bagless Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner H-POWER 300 Pet 2L 850w
HOOVER HF4P10P HF4+ Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner Lightweight 22.2v Black & Gold
Abode ATTFZ0E1B Compact Table Top Mini Freezer with Removable Shelf 31L Black
Numatic NRV240-11 Henry Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner Commercial Hoover 620w 9L 110V
Gtech AF01 AirFOX Platinum Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner Li-Ion 37V 2-in-1 White
Numatic PPH.320-11 12L Commercial Dry Vacuum Bagged Cylinder 620w White & Black
NUMATIC HVR 240-11 HENRY 9L Bagged Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner 620w 240v Red/Black
Tefal GV9224 Pro Express Iron Anti-Scale High Pressure Steam Generator 1.8L
Russell Hobbs RHUV5601 NEW Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner Pet Athena 400W 2L
Numatic GVE370-2 George Wet & Dry Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner Hoover Green
Hoover HW300 2in1 Wet & Dry Hard Floor Cleaner Cordless Mop and Vacuum Cleaner
Bissell 36981 SpotClean Carpet Cleaner Washer with Heated Cleaning 1.4L 330w
VYTRONIX 29.6V Lithium Cordless Upright 3in1 Handheld Stick Vacuum CleanerProducts from Direct vacuums start from just £53.34 for the Russell Hobbs RHUV5601 NEW Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner Pet Athena 400W 2L.
The most significant price drop we are tracking right now is on the Vax CDUP-PLXS Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner Air Lift 2 Pet 950w 1.5L, which offers a massive 76% off the standard £63.04 retail price.
Yes! Use the code TAKE3 at checkout for extra savings on selected items.
| Products | Delivery | Returns and refunds | Customer Services | Carbon Footprint |
|---|---|---|---|---|
The experts at Offeroftheday give Direct Vacuums an overall rating of 3.8/5
Direct Vacuums stands out from most eBay appliance sellers by virtue of its exclusive authorised reseller status. Products refurbished under agreements with AEG, Zanussi, Hoover, Vax and Electrolux have been tested and conditioned by or under the supervision of the original manufacturer — not a third-party refurbisher. This is a meaningful quality assurance distinction. The range is extensive, covering not just vacuum cleaners but air fryers, coffee machines, steam cleaners, white goods and more. Average discounts of around 52% off RRP make this one of the deeper discount outlets we track, and with up to 82% off at the high end there are genuine bargains to be found. Stock levels are modest (typically 200-300 items) but turn over well.
Free next day delivery on all UK mainland orders placed before 1pm is an excellent offer and better than many comparable eBay outlets. Most orders arrive promptly and are well packaged. There have been occasional reports of tracking information not being shared proactively at dispatch, which can cause unnecessary concern for buyers awaiting larger items, but delivery times themselves are generally reliable. A click-and-collect option is available from the Dunstable showroom for local buyers.
The one-year guarantee is strong for a refurbished appliance outlet and applies across all product types — refurbished, box damaged and new clearance. Returns within 30 days follow the standard eBay process. Beyond 30 days, warranty claims are handled directly with Direct Vacuums. Some customer reviews report difficulty getting a response to warranty queries via email, with contact by phone (01582 664600) generally being more effective. The eBay Money Back Guarantee provides a useful backstop for purchases within the 30-day window.
Direct Vacuums has a 98% positive eBay feedback score from over 500,000 buyers, which reflects well on the overall buying experience. However, post-purchase support through email has received mixed feedback, with some customers reporting slow or absent responses. Phone contact tends to be more reliable. There is no live chat service. For straightforward orders the experience is typically smooth, but buyers with issues requiring follow-up should be prepared to be persistent.
As the UK’s largest authorised refurbishment operation for several major appliance brands, Direct Vacuums plays a meaningful role in extending the product lifecycle of UK white goods and floorcare. Every refurbished appliance sold displaces demand for a new one, reducing manufacturing and e-waste. The physical showroom in Dunstable also supports local collection, cutting last-mile delivery emissions for buyers in Bedfordshire. The operation handles hundreds of thousands of returned appliances each year that would otherwise require disposal.
Direct Vacuums is a trading name of A P Taylor Limited, a family-run business based in Dunstable, Bedfordshire. The company is the UK’s largest authorised reseller of manufacturer refurbished and graded home appliances, and has been selling on eBay since November 2004 - making it one of the longest-established appliance sellers on the platform. A P Taylor Limited operates as a major reverse logistics partner to some of the UK’s best-known manufacturers and retailers, handling returned and refurbished stock on their behalf.
The business was founded by Alan Taylor, who remains on the board of directors. Day-to-day operations are led by Managing Director Ross Taylor. The warehouse and refurbishment facility is located at 5 Arenson Centre, Dunstable LU5 5UL, and also operates as a showroom where members of the public can view and collect products.
| Top 20 Direct vacuums brands | ||
|---|---|---|
| Brand | No. of products | Average discount |
| Vax | 118 | 35.8% |
| Tefal | 47 | 49.0% |
| Numatic | 31 | 44.3% |
| Hoover | 30 | 51.1% |
| Russell Hobbs | 24 | 43.8% |
| Vytronix | 21 | 2.2% |
| Lakeland | 12 | 55.9% |
| Tower | 9 | 51.0% |
| Henry | 5 | 42.4% |
| Dyson | 4 | 24.3% |
| Swan | 4 | 3.5% |
| Shark | 3 | 39.7% |
| Ashbuster | 3 | 33.0% |
| Samsung | 2 | 0.0% |
| Sharp | 2 | 63.0% |
| Status | 2 | 31.5% |
| Abode | 2 | 40.0% |
| AirCraft | 2 | 50.5% |
| BLACK+DECKER | 1 | 25.0% |
| Rowenta | 1 | 0.0% |
Despite the name, Direct Vacuums stocks a broad range of home appliances well beyond vacuum cleaners. The full range covers floorcare (upright, cylinder, cordless, robotic, steam and carpet cleaners), kitchen appliances (coffee machines, air fryers, kettles, toasters, microwaves, mixers, blenders), home and garden products (fans, air purifiers, dehumidifiers, steam irons, heated airers), and a selection of white goods. Brands stocked include AEG, Zanussi, Vax, Hoover, Electrolux, Tefal, Krups, De’Longhi, Kenwood, Braun, Vytronix and more.
Stock types fall into three categories: manufacturer refurbished (tested and restored by the original manufacturer), box damaged (new products with packaging imperfections), and brand new clearance items. Each listing clearly states the condition.
Direct Vacuums holds exclusive authorised reseller agreements with several major brands for their graded and refurbished products. This includes Electrolux, AEG, Zanussi, Hoover and Vax. This is a significant distinction - it means the refurbishment is carried out by or under the supervision of the original manufacturer rather than a third party, and the resulting guarantee is backed by that arrangement. A P Taylor also holds reverse logistics contracts with Asda, Braun, De’Longhi, Dixons Carphone, George Foreman, Remington and Russell Hobbs.
Direct Vacuums offers free next day delivery on all orders to UK mainland addresses, provided the order is placed before 1pm. All products come with a one-year guarantee regardless of whether they are refurbished, box damaged or new. Returns within 30 days are handled through eBay. The business has a 98% positive feedback rating from over 500,000 eBay buyers and ranks among the top 500 eBay sellers in the UK.
For customer service queries, the Direct Vacuums team can be reached by phone on 01582 664600 or by email at ebay@aptaylorltd.com.
Direct Vacuums tends to be most active around December and November, when new stock from seasonal returns flows through the refurbishment facility. Black Friday in November is typically one of the busiest periods. March also sees a strong surge of new listings. The eBay store regularly participates in seasonal eBay promotions, making it worth checking around sale periods for additional savings on top of already-reduced refurbished pricing.
Yes. Direct Vacuums (A P Taylor Limited) holds exclusive authorised reseller agreements with Electrolux, AEG, Zanussi, Hoover and Vax for their graded and refurbished products. It also acts as a reverse logistics partner for numerous other major manufacturers and retailers.
No. Despite the name, Direct Vacuums sells a wide range of home appliances including kitchen appliances (coffee machines, air fryers, kettles, microwaves), home products (steam irons, air purifiers, dehumidifiers), and white goods, alongside its core floorcare range.
All products sold by Direct Vacuums come with a one-year guarantee, regardless of whether they are refurbished, box damaged or new clearance stock. Your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply.
Yes. Free next day delivery is available to all UK mainland addresses on orders placed before 1pm. Orders placed after 1pm will be dispatched the following day.
Yes. Direct Vacuums operates a warehouse showroom at 5 Arenson Centre, Dunstable LU5 5UL, where customers can view and collect products in person.