| Designed by engineering guru James Dyson, inventor of the cyclonic vacuum, the 12-amp Dyson DC07 upright is an inspired combination of power and structural smarts. At the center of the machine's innovation is the Cyclone air path design, an eight-section chamber that creates powerful, consistent suction. The conical chambers generate 100,000 g of centrifugal force, pushing dust and dirt out of the airflow into the vacuum's 1-gallon collection cup. With no bag to clog, the vacuum's 270 air watts of suction remain steady. The large, transparent collection cup is easy to check and empties tidily--pop it off, hold it over a trash bin, and pull the trigger to release dirt without having to touch it. The DC07 also comes equipped with a multipart filtration system to improve overall air quality in the home. The HEPA filter, measuring 412 square inches in surface area, traps microscopic particulates and allergens. Expertly built, the filter is designed to last the lifetime of the machine. Furthermore, Dyson upright vacuums are the first and only vacuums certified asthma friendly by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation. Suitable for bare floors and carpets, the Dyson upright features a 14-inch cleaning path and edge-cleaning bristles. A simple foot pedal switches off the brush roll for bare floors, and the nozzle automatically adjusts for changes in carpet height. The vacuum is equipped for above-floor cleaning with a cleverly stowed, quick-release 17-foot hose with a reversible, extension-wand handle. Onboard accessories include a crevice tool, a dusting brush, and an upholstery attachment, all designed to function without "sticking" to surfaces. Made from the same material used in crash helmets, the vacuum is unquestionably durable. Plus, the design only puts 4 pounds of weight on the handle, so pushing and turning is easy. This model comes with a 35-foot power cord and a five -year warranty. --Emily Bedard |
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 So you wanna buy a Dyson... |
| Review Date: October 13, 2004 |
| Reviewer: John Robertson, Phoenix, AZ |
I used to volunteer with the local Police department and soon became familiar with an interesting trait of unfortunate victims of crime: Ten people might witness a bank robbery and give stunningly different descriptions of those involved. One would see a red car, another a white car. One would see 3 people, another 1 person.
So it is with vacuum cleaners.
Like many readers, I read through every Amazon review before purchasing the 'yellow' Dyson DC07. I resisted writing a review until now, using the vacuum approximately twice per week for the last 6 months. The summary? The Dyson's ability to pull dirt and hair from carpets and floors is simply stunning, something you have to try to believe. I have found some drawbacks, and if you've read other reviews, they may look familiar. Some of my negatives:
When trying to clean under the 4 inch overhang on my floor-level kitchen cabinets or furniture, the DC07 does not reach under it very well. This 'yellow' Dyson did not include the 'low reach' accessory which would help with such a situation. I tend to use a mop or occaisionally my Sears shop vac which stands at the ready. This Dyson does have an attachment to reach this kind of area, but assembling it all isn't worth the time it takes to simply grab my shop vac. Some people may find the DC07 models to be a little inconvenient in this regard.
Sometimes the 25 foot cord requires you to flip it around as you move the vacuum about. At the same time, the cord is very convenient as I can almost vacuum the entire home from one outlet. I just imagine myself as Bob Barker flicking my microphone cable around the contestants.
The Dyson DC07 also doesn't pick-up the last 1 inch or so of dirt from the "head-on" direction. You need to run the vacuum sideways along the wall to maximize pickup. Again, you can attach other tools to target these areas, but I dislike removing the wand from the upright frame of the vacuum as it requires some twisting to both remove it and later replace it.
The positives? The Dyson is absolutely the best vacuum for suction that I've ever used. I have two Rottweilers (which if I may are the most misunderstood dogs in the world...what a couple of babies). These dogs shed hair constantly. When I read reviews about people vacuuming their home 2 or 3 times per week, I realized that's what I needed to do but didn't have time for. The Dyson changed that. Not only is the vacuum extremely effective, but it needs only 1 pass to clean a section of carpet. It rolls very smoothly, and vacuuming takes half the time it used to. Suddenly I found myself vacuuming two times per week.
The chamber that picks up hair is extremely easy to empty. I have never owned a bagless and wasn't sure if I'd like emptying the collection container two or three times per use. This became a non-issue. It is extremely easy -- even therapeutic -- to see all that dirt and hair emptied. The workability of the parts is another plus. You may have to refer to the owner's manual once to figure out how to operate some of the features, but it really is all very simple.
The permanent filter is nice and few competitors offer this. I never gave much thought to a HEPA sealed vacuum, as I have no health condition that necessitates it, but now that I have one it would be hard to imagine going back.
I had always wondered why a few reviewers hated their Dyson, or suspected that all-positive reviews are being written by Dyson employees or dealers (always a possibility).
One gentleman mentioned how he tried 3 different Dyson's and none seemed to pickup any dirt. I suspect the vacuum was being used on carpet but set to it's "bare floor" setting, something I once inadvertently did myself and it certainly doesn't work well...until you change it to "carpet"!
Some, like myself, weren't thrilled with the almost all-plastic construction. After using it for several months, I am now convinced the Dyson is well made. The molded plastic is the kind that seems to slightly pliable and tough. Not the brittle plastic seen on cheaper vacuums. There are thick rubber gaskets on pieces that handle airflow which make an excellent seal.
Others complained that when you empty the collection chamber, a plume of dust can thrust itself back towards your face as it drops into the garbage can. I don't agree...this is completely avoidable if you simply push the chamber further into the garbage can, or empty the can first to make room for the waste, so it doesn't drop so far.
Others lamented no light. The only vacuum I used with a light had no extra utility added by the light. Indeed, such lights tend to burn out quickly due to the vacuum's contant vibration, but of course you may feel otherwise.
Some said the Dyson is heavy, and is hard to carry. We are all different, but I do not find the Dyson heavy. To give some benchmark, I'd suggest that if you find the Dyson heavy, you probably also have difficulty removing groceries from your car. It's true that picking up the Dyson requires you to grab it in certain areas. An apparent "handle" on the collection chamber seems tempting to grab, but if you do the chamber can come off unexpectedly.
As for being a Dyson employee, my review probably lists enough negatives to indicate I'm not. I would even say that any number of vacuums may be a better choice for you. For example, if you want to clean your stairs and cannot easily lift a vacuum, perhaps one of those "stick bug" vacuums is what you need. If you've always bought Hoover and have never had a problem with them, or want a built-in light, buy a Hoover. The "Hoover" reviews suggest they still work well for a lot of people.
Some say for the price, the Dyson should not have any of the above problems. I liken it to the Concord, the (previously) most expensive way to fly across the Atlantic. Its seats were tiny, and it threw passengers back into their seats, all at a premium price. But it got you where you wanted in the shortest possible time. If the Dyson DC07 has some limitations at its price, it is still without a doubt the best vacuum for cleaning carpet and bare floors that I've ever owned. I rate it superior to three different Kirby's I've tried from my friends. If you want maximum cleaning power, the Dyson is it. Some of the new DC14's seem to have features that get around some of the above problems, so check them out too (of course they're slightly more expensive).
For me, Dyson seemed to appear out of nowhere here in the US. It was all Hoover, Dirt Devil, etc., but now virtually every major consumer goods store sells them, and at a starting price of $400 USD, yet people flock to buy them. I figured there must be something to it. If you're still not sure, try it out! Many stores (Target, Sears, Linens N Things, Walmart, Costco, there's too many to list)...they all carry Dyson and allow returns. Try the vacuum (perhaps pick a store that does not have restocking fees) and see. But be warned if you do, you'll probably wont want to take it back... |
Simply the best
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| Review Date: May 1, 2003 |
| Reviewer: , |
| I needed a new vacuum to replace our old... eureka. The belts would often break and the suction was [bad] and the bags were a hassle. I read the reviews of Dyson at vacweb.com and the ones here to make sure I was doing the right thing. This thing is amazing! The suction is extremely powerful for how quiet it is. The ease of emptying the canister blew me away. The attachments took some practice to get fast at it but I went nuts in our new home. Got 2 canisters full of dirt and fuzz in about an hour. (we have new carpet that is shedding heavily)I love vacuuming now! It's a great feeling of power and cleaning satisfaction. I never enjoyed cleaning much before, my wife thinks I'm a little strange now. The only drawback is the horribly loud sound it makes when it eats some fringe or string that jams the beater. Oh well, maybe next model, although I won't be buying another vacuum or filter or bag for probably about 20 years. Worth the $$ and I'm a cheapskate! |
Forget Vacuuming and start Dysoning!
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| Review Date: May 19, 2003 |
| Reviewer: , Chicago, IL |
| We no longer vaccum, we DYSON! Simply put, this vacuum is AMAZING! We received this item about a month ago and have been vaccuming almost daily! Contrary to what others have said, set-up is VERY easy. It's a little tricky to get used to the hose, but compared to the cheap Hoover we used to own (which had to literally be put together with screws!) this thing was a cinch. In 20 minutes I had this thing ready to go. It is SO quiet! You won't believe how quiet it is. When it's in the upright mode it's a little noisy, but all vaccums are. When it is in floor mode is great! Cleaning the stairs is so simple! The attachments and stretchable hose aren't the least bit clunky or cheap feeling - they work great! The first time I used this I was SHOCKED (and a litte disgusted) to see how much dust and dirt this baby picked up! Can't believe all that stuff was hiding in the carpet! Sure this thing is pricey, but it's worth the $$ and pays for itself very quickly, in my opinion! |
The best bagless vacuum you can buy
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| Review Date: June 15, 2003 |
| Reviewer: Robert Pons, Harvey, LA USA |
| We have owned a Dyson DC07 for over six months and I can offer the following comments: GOOD - The suction power rivals that of many canister vacuums, and blows away almost every other upright. Other vacuums may seem to have more suction initially (canister or upright, bagged or bagless), but I doubt any will have the same power after picking up just a few ounces of dirt. This is the most important feature of Dyson vacuums - they don't lose suction as the bin fills with dirt. They are engineered so that almost all of the fine dust and dirt are spun out of the air stream (and into the dust bin) before the air is exhausted through the filters. As far as I know, Dyson is the only vacuum that has a permanent, non-removable, lifetime HEPA filter. While other manufacturers may have washable or replaceable final HEPA filters, the Dyson's design is superior in that you will never need to replace or wash it. Only the pre-motor filter is removable and washable (so you don't need to buy a new one every 3-6 months) and Dyson recommends cleaning it every 6 months. Most other vacuums require a new HEPA filter or pre-motor filter, or both, every 6-12 months, usually at a cost of $15-$30 each. - The on-board hose is wonderful. With the handle reversed, it offers 17' of reach - as much or more than some canister vacs and more than almost any other upright (I know of no other with an equal or longer reach). I can place it in the center of any bedroom and dust the entire room. Also, suction power through the hose is equal to that at the floor. Many uprights lose a significant amount of their suction when used with on-board tools, but not the Dyson. - It empties easier than any other bagless I've ever used. You simply press the release button and remove the entire bin assembly from the vacuum, stand over a garbage can and pull the "trigger" to release the bottom door. I usually do this in the garage, although I have emptied it in the kitchen garbage can several times without any significant dust "blow back." - As stated above, the DC07 has incredible suction, so you will get stuff out of your carpet that you never knew was there (and didn't want to know). Although some have commented on the Dyson's brush roll design (as I will later) as being an ineffective agitator, I have no problems with it. Except for the kitchen and bathrooms, our entire house is carpeted, and most of it a medium/high pile. We usually vacuum every 2-3 days, and some rooms are done every day. We are consistently amazed at the stuff that comes out of the carpets, and how full the DC07's dust bin is (about 1/3 - 1/2 full) after this short a period of time. And I know the carpet is clean after vacuuming because additional passes with an empty bin don't pick up anything. My aunt was moving to a new house and asked that I come over to shampoo the bedroom carpets. I brought the Dyson along because it is very important to have the carpet vacuumed very thoroughly before cleaning. There were only three bedrooms and I had to empty the dust bin twice. My aunt and uncle were horrified, especially since she had just vacuumed the rooms before I came over. Needless to say, they were extremely impressed with the Dyson's cleaning performance. - The power cord is 35' long. Most uprights are 25-32' Those extra few feet allow us to clean the entire house (2000 sq. ft.) and move the Dyson only once to a different outlet. BAD - While the brush roll's helical design helps create additional suction at the cleaner head, it also make it easier for long hair and string to wrap around it. There also don't seem to be enough bristles on the brush roll. I'm used to seeing an almost continuous row of bristles. On the DC07, they are spaced about 2-3 mm apart, for whatever reason. Again, I can't really complain about the carpet cleaning performance, but it does make for more frequent detangling of the brush roll to remove all the hair. - I also don't find that the Dyson grooms the carpet as well as other cleaners. We also have a Eureka Ultra Whirlwind 4880 bagless (another great upright, probably second only to the Dyson in suction power) and it does a much better job of grooming the carpet. It sounds kind of goofy, but if you walk barefoot on the carpet after vacuuming with the Eureka, not only does it look nicer, but it feels "fluffier." Don't get me wrong - the Dyson does leave vacuum "tracks" and does a decent job of lifting the pile, just not the best I've seen. My main concern, however, is getting our carpet clean, and I can't argue with Dyson there, so I'll take clean over pretty and fluffy any day. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED |
Pet Owners -- this is your vacuum!!
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| Review Date: December 12, 2003 |
| Reviewer: Kala, Ft Lauderdale, FL United States |
| I had gotten used to having vacuuming being a huge chore. Going over and over and over the carpet in order to get most of the pet hair up (I have 3 dogs and 2 cats). It always took forever and never really got all the hair. Then one day I heard about this Dyson vacuum.. so I decided to give it a try after reading the zillions of good reviews here on Amazon - especially from pet owners. My old vacuum was about dead after only 2 years, but I did the vacuum test anyways. I used my old vacuum and the carpet was still covered in dog hair. I used the Dyson.. and I was amazed. I vacuumed one line of carpet and you would not believe the difference! I called my fiance out to take a look, I thought it was the coolest thing ever. The carpet looked almost black on both sides due to the black lab hair, but the one line I vacuumed was pristine beige! Vacuuming up that room was the most fun I've had in a long time! The canister is clear, so I could see all the pet hair and dirt flying around. I vacuumed two rooms and that canister was full! That's how incredibly good it is at picking up dirt - the suction is amazing. And the canister is pretty large - so filling it up isn't supposed to come so easily! Another neat thing about the vacuum is how everything clicks and snaps together. You don't need screwdrivers and tools to take it apart! It was easy to assemble! I had one problem in that I couldn't get it to lock in the upright position. I called the Dyson support number and within 30 seconds they talked me through the incredibly easy fix. Also, all the attachments snap in to their places on the vacuum and don't come off like on most other vacuums. My fiance says I am sounding like a vacuum salesman about this thing, but it really is that amazing. I highly recommend this vacuum - you will never buy another vacuum besides Dyson again! |
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