Dyson DC07 Cyclone Animal Upright Vacuum, Purple
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Dyson DC07 Cyclone Animal Upright Vacuum, Purple
Customer Review: Sick of hand-picking fuzz and sticking it in your vacuum?
Summary: 5 Stars
Have you ever been tired of reaching down to pick up the junk and jamming into your vacuum? Or going over and over and over the same little thread just so it will go in? I have a dog and 4-year-old twins so we get a lot of junk around. I have tried so many vacuums in my life and I really thought that they were basically the same. Uprights, canisters, Hoovers, Cyclones, Kenmores, Dirt Devils, Fantoms, etc. I used it immediately after receiving it. Of course I stepped on the lever to lower the handle and I popped off part of the tube. TIP: You step on the FRONT of this one--I don't know why.
It seemed pretty ordinary. I thought "I am going to vacuum with my old one, then use this one. If I don't get anymore dirt, it is going back." Well, I got about 1/4 of the cylinder full of more stuff from just 1 room. We kept it. This one really works!
MY TOP 10 REASONS TO LOVE IT!
1. It really sucks up the stuff. This baby actually lifted my 5x8 area rug slightly off the bathroom floor when using it. It cleaned a navy colored rug of all the stuff without going back and forth and changing directions all the time. There are little whiskers on the side that REALLY DO flick the stuff against the wall under the head part. I wouldn't have believed it if I hadn't seen it.
2. That super suction lifts the pile on the carpet so it doesn't look as tramped down anymore.
3. Goes directly from wall-to-wall in living room to ceramic tile in kitchen to hardwood in dining room to thick wool in foyer WITHOUT turning it off or turning any knobs. It just adjusts itself.
4. NO BAGS!!! I hate those. I never seem to have any when I need them, I never feel like changing them, they smell icky, and they are expensive. AND it doesn't compromise suction power with the dirt collection cylinder like by last bagless. It keeps on sucking even with a full cup. It also has this trigger thing where you hold it over the garbage, squeeze, and the bottom trap door opens without a giant cloud of dust (like you get when dumping a cup). Plus, the HEPA filter is WASHABLE. So you don't have to buy a new one of these either.
5. The whole "plumbing" sorta comes apart so you can find something that may have gotten stuck somewhere.
6. The hose is long! You have to pull it from the bottom because the suction likes to keep it compacted, but you can reach up the stairs with it. And it reverses so you can have "insta-wand" or "long-wand-with handle."
7. The wand comes right out and most of the tools are right on board (not the animal attachment or the floor head). They even thought to put little vents in the crevice tool so you can clean the draperies, lamp shades, etc. without sucking them into the wand and you having to pull them out endlessly.
8. Tight turning radius (yeah, like a car.) Even though it seems like an odd thing to like, it makes it so easy to get against the wall or between things. I don't know how they did this (bigger wheels, longer handle) but it really can turn on a dime without breaking your wrist.
9. The animal attachment. I wanted an upright because I hate dragging around a canister, (like a ball and chain) but figured I would have to give up easily doing the stairs. The animal attachment has a rotating (powered by air) brush and effectively turns the wand into a little vacuum. Great for steps, car, etc.
10. It is a funky purple color.
I was hesitant to buy this sight-unseen, but trusted my fellow reviewers. Thanks. I vacuum stuff that I used to try to ignore (casings on ceiling fans, window sills, mini blinds, tops of the draperies, etc.) just because it is now much easier and, I hate to say it, but kinda fun.
Customer Review: Vacuuming Need No Longer Be a Chore...
Summary: 5 Stars
...when you've made the switch to Dyson. I was, as many would be, a bit hesitant to make such a weighty investment, but am so very, very happy I did in the end. The DC07 Animal is a delight to use, and, in my experience, unsurpassed in cleaning capability.
Our house suffers from the furry fallout of two adult greyhounds, the feathers of three birds, and the dirt and soot that come from life on an urban, heavily trafficked street. Constant dusting, sweeping, mopping and such was never enough - I finally realized that, despite our overall lack of carpeting, we needed a vacuum cleaner. And if I was going to make the investment, I wanted to aim for a machine that would do the job right, and last for many years to come. I researched the issue heavily, and finally decided to take the plunge.
I'm not easily impressed by a vacuum's capabilities - I grew up with a wonderful old Rainbow water tank model, which I always held up as a gold standard - it did a fantastic job of cleaning carpeting and flat surfaces, and the water feature did wonders for filtration of exhausted air. When it bought the farm, I figured that those halcyon days of sweet cleanliness were over for good. Other vacuums just didn't measure up - Oreck was a joke (the trouble began hardly a week after unpacking it), our Hoover was ungainly and didn't pick up the small threads, feathers and fine dust that pervaded our floors, and Eureka just had trouble written all over the place.
The Dyson DC07 Animal brought back the good old days, with improvements to boot. It is extremely easy to use, almost embarrassingly simple to empty, comes with wonderful attachments, and has suction beyond imagination. It just doesn't quit, and actually makes vacuuming enjoyable. As regards ease of use, the machine maneuvers with little effort, and, despite its weight (it's of a nice heft - a pretty good sign where quality is concerned), is ergonomically convenient when the time comes that you need to lift the machine. Emptying the dust chamber is easy and extraordinarily friendly to allergy sufferers - a pull of the trigger achieves the deed, with no need to reach in and pull dust off of any filter. The attachments are a wonder - the DC07 comes with the standard stair, brush and crevice tools, but it's the turbo and floor tools that really shine. The turbo is a carpet cleaning monster, which really pulls deep dirt out - it even has its own air-powered beater bar. The floor tool is great for cleaning under furniture, and is adjustable for either carpeting or bare floors. And, finally, the suction - it's incredible, and really must be experienced firsthand. No more bumping the machine or checking the bag needed - this vacuum has power that just doesn't quit. All of this is enhanced by the fact that the extension hose is built right into the handle - it comes out easily and assembles to the attachments quickly, offering a long reach, perfect for vacuuming stairs and high places. Ingenious.
Overall, the DC07 Animal is just fun to use. You'll be amazed at how clean your house suddenly is, and find yourself giving your friends the sales pitch. I can honestly say that our house looks 500% better, and I have noticed that it even smells better, too. This is cleaning on a whole new level - very few products on the market have impressed me so much (Kenmore's HE3T washing machine is one of them, but that's another story...), and I know that, should you decide to take that big step of investing in one for yourself, you will not be disappointed.
Customer Review: I Would NOT Leggo my Dyson
Summary: 5 Stars
Introduction: Last summer (2003), I got fed up with my cheap Hoover that my husband and I purchased when we were newly wedded and basically didn't have much money. Six years later we have expanded our family with two furry children of the beagle variety. These two bring so much to our lives including joy, smiles, and oh, yeah, pet hair. So, began my research for the perfect vacuum.The Specs:
- Dyson is the only vacuum with the Root Cyclone? that gives higher suction power that is NOT reduced as the canister fills.
- Bagless, clear canister
- Two lifetime, reusable HEPA filters great for allergy suffers
- 19.2 lbs
- 12 Amps
- 35 foot cord
The Test: I vacuumed a 5 X 10 strip of carpet with my old Hoover. Then went back over it with the Dyson. I was amazed at how much hair and dirt was picked up by the Dyson and loved the fact that you can see it all in the clear canister. The Hoover was promptly donated.
The Accessories:
- Carpet Care Kit
- Animal Turbo Tool (my favorite)
- Floor Tool (gets under low furniture)
- AirFlow Tools (your normal vacuum accessories, but these ones won't cling to fabric or carpet)
Overall Experience: The Dyson works better than any other vacuum that I have ever used (including a couple higher priced ones). The plastic build of the Dyson makes it light to use, but it is still durable. I love using the vacuum for zooming around the house and even kind of look forward to it. It easily goes from carpet to tile floor to laminate flooring with the carpet/ hard floor switch. I hardly use a broom anymore.
I love the accessories, but use the Animal Turbo Tool the most. It does pick up animal hair better than anything else. I have slipcovers on my couches and hate washing them. So, I use the Animal Turbo Tool at least once a week to get up the dog hair between washings (around once a month).
This vacuum is smart. It automatically adjusts to your carpet height, so no more looking at diagrams trying to figure out which one most looks like your carpet. Also, the edge cleaning whiskers are angled out to reach down between the baseboard and the floor and pick up the dirt that my old vac always missed. This saves me the time of taking an attachment and going back over that area.
The clear canister is nice. It shows what you're picking up, how full it is, and is easy to empty. My only complaint is that after you empty the canister, it doesn't always stay shut as you carry it back to the vacuum, dropping some dust along the way. The dust is easily vacuumed up right away.
The 35 foot cord means that I am able to vacuum most of my house by plugging into one central outlet. The 17 hose is handy, but you can knock the vacuum over by yanking on it too much.
Now the real question- would you recommend the Dyson - Animal? Yes, yes, and yes! After 9 months of use, I love this vacuum and won't trade it for another. So far I haven't had any breaks, malfunctions, or repairs of any kind on this vacuum and it still works great. It has a couple minor flaws that I hope get worked out in future models, but still don't think that I could find anything better for pet hair. $500 is a big chunk of change so if you don't need the extra accessories for pets, I would recommend getting the Dyson Root Cyclone in yellow for $100 less.
Bottom Line: My best defense against pet hair
Customer Review: Best Vaccum, Hands Down
Summary: 5 Stars
I thought it might be handy for those considering this Dyson (or any other Dyson for that matter), to read a review from a longtime owner. I purchased this model in May 2004 after yet another in a long string of vacuums decided to die on me. The price was a little daunting, but ultimately well worth it. What I've learned in my four years of owning a DC07 is this:
1) Just like Mr. Dyson proclaims on his commercials, it NEVER loses suction. Ever. All you need to do is empty the canister when it's full (push a button, carry the released canister to the nearest trashcan and pull a trigger), and clean out the little filter sponge every six months as directed in the user manual. Other than tiny bit of maintenance, this beast will suck up every unwanted item on your carpets and hardwood. I know I've read some users saying it doesn't work well on non-carpeted surfaces, but my house is mostly hardwood (and some icky, ancient Formica), and I've yet to have a problem--and I'm one of those neurotic tri-weekly vacuuming types who can't stand to see a fleck of lint on the floor.
2) It can take a beating. Now, I'm not saying you should chuck the thing down the stairs to see if it bounces, but if you vacuum the way I do, then furniture, walls and all sorts of other things get slammed into on a regular basis. Not to worry; this vacuum can handle it. Mine has a few scuffs here and there, but no broken parts in the four years I've regularly used/abused it.
3) Cat hair has no chance--that is, with the regular vacuum part. The "Animal" attachment is less than useful and I've given up on messing with it; the little brushes inside spin and spin, and do nothing at all. It's the biggest drawback of this vacuum: not being able to use the extension on furniture. But honestly, I've come to realize lifting up the vacuum and going over the sofa not only works just as well, I've also gained some nice guns out of the deal.
4) Cleaning out jams in the brush (and you'll know if you've got one because the machine makes a horrific racket to alert you) and in the unit itself is very easy. All areas in which something could be hiding are accessible by levers and buttons that allow you to snap off the various components to locate the clog. No screwdrivers or rocket scientists necessary.
5) The telescoping wand is a little strange, as it both is and is inside the handle mechanism. To use it at its full length you have to fully remove it from the extension tube and then flip it around and snap the other end of it in place instead of being able to just fully extend the wand right where it is. I'm completely used to it now, but new users will wonder what the heck Mr. Dyson was thinking (and constantly worry about the chance of lamp damage from swinging the thing around like a majorette in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade). This design flaw has been fixed with subsequent models, I believe.
So, that's it. Aside from an odd color choice (purple? really?), the non-functional animal hair attachment and the weird way the wand extends, I'm in love. This machine has outlasted and outperformed every vacuum I've ever had. I'll never buy anything but a Dyson ever again.
Customer Review: In the details
Summary: 5 Stars
Our Hoover Windtunnel was just a year old and the floor person at Sears said we should be looking forward to buying 2 to 4 filters per year if we wanted to keep the thing running acceptably with a dog in the house. I bought the filter and a new belt and started doing some research on alternatives. About a year ago a friend of mine in England had shown me a Dyson vacuum that he and his wife had been using for about two years and they loved it, when I asked about filters they said it had none that needed to be replaced, ever, and the suction rate never dropped. I remember it being a neat looking yellow and gray machine but I had not thought about that visit until I started doing the vacuum research.
I looked to see if Dyson was available in the states and was pleased to see that as of quite recently it was. The consumer reviews here on Amazon were off the charts which didn't square with relatively low marks given by the likes of Consumer Reports.
I went back to Sears to take a look at a Dyson and was pleased with what I found. The attention to detail was on higher level than the Hoovers and Eurika's, with all kinds of little pull out gasketed sections that allow easy clog clearing, and cleaver stowage of the usual wand attachments. The wand itself seems to be a point of contention but with our Hoover if you wanted to use any extension at all, you had to carry the extra section of hose with you around the house, at least with the Dyson it's all there all the time, the turbo tool and floor tool are extra cost accessories which don't have storage on the main unit but are not even offered in most other uprights.
After testing at Sears I was convinced that I wanted a Dyson and found a green DC07 Full Gear unit (3 year warranty, all the tools and solutions)on line for the same price as the entry DC07 at Sears. Just opening the box let me know I made the right decision. The printed material is very well done and contains a lot of info on James Dyson which made me feel as though I had joined a very special club. The assembly was super easy, no tools, everything fit and I only referenced the simple assembly diagrams once to make sure I had attached the hose & wand correctly.
The color combinations on all the Dysons are refreshingly bright, not the usual dark blue, maroon, or black, finish and quality of all the parts seems quite high and the performance has exceeded expectations, the Dyson is lighter, quieter, and provides considerably more suction than our Hoover. The auto adjusting height is a good feature but does compromise the ability of the Dyson to get under toe kicks and some low furniture (the floor tool takes care of that. Emptying the bin is an event to behold and my six year old is now exited about vacuuming just so she can watch the vortex and empty the bin.
Our Dyson is made in Malaysia while our Hoover was made in Mexico. So while while some may talk of buying American (Hoover is an American company, Dyson is an English company) both products are still imported.
I'm so glad that Hoover didn't buy Dyson's invention and just let it sit on the shelf as one of thier execs claimed they would have done. The DC07 is the most expensive vacuum I've ever bought and worth every penny.