Dyson DC16 Root 6 Handheld Vacuum Cleaner
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Dyson DC16 Root 6 Handheld Vacuum Cleaner
Customer Review: Can't imagine life without it...
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this a few months ago after having read all the mixed reviews. Basically, I wanted a handheld vacuum with superior suction for quick, everyday jobs. My previous one (a Black and Decker) was a pile of junk. Not only did it not ever really pick up very much, the charger plug quickly developed an overheated, brown color that made me concerned it was going to catch fire and burn the house down. So I unplugged it for good, and was determined to replace it with something that actually works and would last more than a few months.
I was a little hesitant to invest in the Dyson after reading all the reviews, but I am so glad I did. I saved the receipt in case it disappointed or I hated it, but I REALLY like it.
My biggest problem is 2 cats. They like to sleep and hang out wherever we are, so we have a pile of cat hair on the couch and our bed every single day. The other place the cat hair congregates is our hardwood floor steps. The Dyson works great on all these trouble spots, and I hit these spots w/ the Dyson at least once a day. I've never once ran out of battery for the quick jobs I need it for. I always return it to the charger so it's it's fully charged the next time I need it. Do people realize how long 6 minutes is when you're concentrating on typically one mess at a time?
It also does VERY well with heavier debris, such as crumbs, dirt, cat litter gravel. I consider myself a Dyson convert now, and would seriously consider investing in one of their uprights in the future, even though I think they are pretty outrageously priced. If they deliver as well as the Root 6 handheld does, I'd have to consider making the investment.
There is just thing I would want improved in the next generation of the Dyson handheld. While it is fairly ergonomic in design, I would like to be able to turn it on and have it stay on without having to hold down the button. This is because I have carpal tunnel for many years, but this is really an issue all companies should give their utmost attention when they're designing handheld tools for the human race. Product design has come a long way as far as ergonomics, but I wish they would take it even further than they seem to do. The button holding bothers me a little, but not a lot. It's easy enough to switch hands.
Customer Review: Would gladly purchase again and again
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm not usually a big fan of small appliances for Mother's Day gifts, but my husband got the Dyson Root hand vacuum for me as a Christmas gift this year, and it has been the best gadget-gift he's ever bought me! It's super powerful and easy to clean/empty. The old "dust buster" type vacs were too bulky and impossible to clean much of anything because the sucking surface was wide and flat. The Dyson Root has a vacuum-attachment type sucking surface with different heads you can switch out. Pictured is the brush head, but I like to keep the skinny nozzle thing on. It's perfect for every job...slides easily between the couch cushions to get every crumb and dog hair, great to use in the car to clean crumbs from Reese's car seat...I honestly use it multiple times a day around the house! And the design of the handle is great. The old "dust busters" had that button on the top and a really uncomfortable hand position. The Dyson Root has a trigger button, sort of like a water gun, that you squeeze to turn on. By simply changing the design and angle that you hold it, Dyson has made this hand vac very manuverable and super handy.
If you're familiar with Dyson products, they are a little more spendy than other vacuum makers. But we have a Dyson vacuum, and now this Dyson Root and I really feel we got our money's worth.
If there are ANY negatives, I wish the battery lasted a little longer. When I'm on my "cleaning marathon" the battery doesn't last the whole time. But I can't complain. The benefits FAR outweigh the medium-length battery life! And this is a hand-held vacuum, which is intended for spot clean ups, so I don't expect a long battery life. Especially when it's pushing SO much power. If I wanted to do a long hand-vacuum job, I'd just use the hose attachment from the regular vacuum! You can't beat the performance of this machine. Just know you can't clean your entire house on one battery charge!
Customer Review: Excellent Handheld Vacuum!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
There have been some pretty negative reviews here about this item which made me pretty hesitant about ordering it.I have the Dyson DC15 Animal and have been amazed with it.I will not even consider another brand when this unit dies. It'll be another full size Dyson for sure.The Dyson handheld is pricey but you are getting a very high quality item. I have a Black and Decker handheld which does an OK job but compared to the Dyson DC16, not even close. Yes, the battery life is around 5-6 minutes of continued use.I have yet to use this vac for 5 minutes straight.(If doing a very large set of stairs or the interior of a car--sure.I'd use a regular vacuum for those chores though)It is designed for a quick pick up as are all hand vacs. It does this very well. The suction is excellent. The ergonomics of the DC16 are excellent as well.It has a spring trigger on switch.Sqeeze,you get suction, release, machine turns off.Well balanced as well.It is however a bit bulky if you need to get into a tight space. There is an included crevice tool for tight spots.What I love about this is the continuous full suction (until the battery dies then the unit stops) and the very easy emptying of the debris bin. With the Black and Decker vac I have, the collection bin is a weak design.The suction intake has a flimsy plastic flap that is supposed to close when suction is off.Doesn't work.Stuff can come out of the bin.. You also have to clean the filter very frequently which is very dusty and if you don't, the suction quality diminishes greatly.Again, while the cost is prohibitive,this is a highly recommended buy.The time spent cleaning the other vac I have and the aggrevation has disappeared since the arrival of my hand held Dyson. I would get another one if it ever dies.Customer Review: "For Small Jobs" - Excellent Performance.
Summary: 5 Stars
Before I actually bought this unit I read through most of the comments on this board. Most users complained about battery life, some complained about weight and clunkiness and a few complained about the battery charging unit. Needless to say, those who complained about this device seem to absolutely hate it.
I've had it now for a few weeks (picked it up on a steep clearance), and I've been nothing short of pleased. For one, I recognize that I'm not going to be vacuuming my entire house with a hand held, so a 5 minute battery life of constant use is a-okay in my book. Granted that the device is indeed a bit on the heavy side, but understanding the suction power, I can look past that.
So, here we go:
The Good:
- Great suction.
- Trigger switch (a complaint to some, I love it. When I'm not sucking something up, I simply let go of the trigger).
- Easy filter access.
The Bad:
- Flimsy battery charger (an AC cable would have been more efficient).
- A bit heavy, noticeably top heavy.
- I don't like how the tools can rotate 360 degrees around the nozzle.
- MSRP price is steep. I probably would not have paid $149.99 for it.
The Ugly:
- Nothing.
Again, if you want to vacuum an entire carpet, pull out your regular vacuum. But, if you're looking to clean up some crumbs after cooking a meal, or if you want to clean your baseboard trim, the Root 6 is stellar. I've even vacuumed the car and had plenty of battery juice to do so.
Customer Review: MOST Powerful Cordless Handheld
Summary: 5 Stars
I have never written a Product Review before but decided to write one for this product because people were giving it unfair reviews.
This vacuum has the strongest suction power when compared to any other cordless hand held vacuums in the market. I have owned and tried many, including several Black and Decker, and they don't compare (in terms of suction).
It is true that it has a short battery life when compared to other vacuums, but people should be a bit more understanding. Battery technology is fairly consistent across all brands; battery efficiency does not vary greatly. Having all that suction power comes at a cost, less vacuum time. If you need to vacuum for extensive amounts of time, I'm not sure a cordless vacuum would be the best option. I estimate that I can get about 3 minutes of continuous vacuuming from the DC16.
I love the power of this vacuum, and I love the fact that it doesn't loose suction power when the battery is running out - the suction power always stays constant. Some other vacuum brands can brag about longer battery life, but it would be unfair to compare their battery life with that of the Dyson's. Other brands will start loosing suction power at the same rate that the battery looses its power, not so with the Dyson.
I love this vacuum and strongly recommend it for anybody looking for a quality hand held vacuum.