Score 9.0/10
Bob, Lincoln
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Fantastic design and the machine really does the job. The best upright that I have ever had, by far.
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Very expensive compared with some other upright cleaners.
43 of 48 people found this review helpful
purchased 01 Oct 2005
Score 8.0/10
Derek, Oxford
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If you want a good clean carpet then this will do that and more
(please do not put against your Body as you might suck yourself up)
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Extension hose a bit of a beast at times
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
purchased 01 Oct 2005
Score 9.0/10
Simon, Falmouth
, “Single fella.”
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Excellent suction. Easy to empty cylinder. Stylish looking machine with good tool storage.
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The extension 'pole' inside the flexible tube is a pain. Once out it is difficult to put back in. Ther unit is a little smaller than my last Dyson (a DC04).
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
purchased 06 Dec 2008
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
, “a reformed dyson owner”
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actually picks up the dirt, fluff, and dust!
works on all surfaces.
easy to empty the bin-also can see when it needs emptying.
nice long cable- don't have to keep changing plug points.
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awkward to use tools and hose.-needs getting used to.
still heavy- but I still prefer it to last cleaner.
tools fall out of their fitting placement!!
difficult to move upstairs
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
purchased 31 Dec 2008
Score 3.0/10
Alan , Manchester
, “retired want good quality”
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Like the look of it but thats all
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We are very disappointed as we have not been able to use it. The reason being we have just had new carpets fitted throughout and my wife finds it almost impossible to push and won't use it, so its stuck in a cupboard unwanted only used one time. Can't find any adjustment to lift up the front to compensate for different thickness of carpet which seems to me to be a fundamental mistake . Wished we had never bought it . sorry
17 of 20 people found this review helpful
purchased 05 May 2008
Score 7.0/10
Ken, Steyning
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Provides powerful suction. Onboard tools are useful. Futuristic appearance
is pleasing. Ease of emptying.
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Heavy, especially when carried upstairs.
Very noisy.
Suction is too powerful for some carpets
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
purchased 06 May 2006
Score 10.0/10
Barry, Sheffield
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Previously used a vacuum, and could not believe the dust and pet hairs removed by the Dyson.
Carpets look like new.
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Reviewer left no comment
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
purchased 15 Jun 2008
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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I have had several Dyson over the years. This model is easy to use, reliable, and efficient
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The only weakness is vacuuming stairs
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
purchased 25 Jun 2006
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Performance
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Very Heavy
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
purchased 01 Oct 2005
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Suction is fantastic - you don't need an animal to pick up the pet hairs, get this one!
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Not so easy to use with the hose extension.
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
purchased 01 Oct 2005
Score 10.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Is lighter than the original one. Cleans efficiently.
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Sometimes falls over if I am not careful to make sure the cleaner is completely upright.
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
purchased 18 Feb 2006
Score 9.0/10
Norma, Bradford
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superb suction, easy to empty.
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a bit on the heavy side and when using the hose and you pull it away from the machine to reach something the vac comes with it and knocks into you!
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
purchased 02 Jan 2009
Score 10.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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EXCELLENT SUCTION
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HEAVY TO USE
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
purchased 01 Jan 2009
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Good suction
Easy to use tools
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Still a bit awkward to carry upstairs
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
purchased 01 Oct 2005
Score 9.0/10
Dave, Stoke Mandeville
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easy to maintain. robust. excellent power.
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extension arm a little stiff.
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
purchased 03 Apr 2006
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Excellent performance from this product . the tools are great and can be used for practically any nook and cranny.
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Reviewer left no comment
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
purchased 27 Feb 2006
Score 9.0/10
Elaine, Helensburgh
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fantastic suction even with the tools
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none
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
purchased 30 Jun 2006
Score 10.0/10
Roger, Bournemouth
, “male in early 60's”
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Good quality and with a recognised and reputable company name - works well on variety of surfaces with excellent suction.
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None really - only perhaps minor complaint is that it is on the heavy side - but that is a price worth paying
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
purchased 30 Dec 2008
Score 9.0/10
Janice, East Kilbride
, “Housewife with MS”
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Great suction
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Reviewer left no comment
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
purchased 03 Jan 2009
Score 10.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Reviewer left no comment
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tools come loose easily
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
purchased 01 Oct 2005
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Great and continuous suction. Much lighter and smaller than my old Dyson.
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The hose attachments are a bit of a palava to use.
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
purchased 15 Nov 2008
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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good vacuum
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seems to have developed a buzzing sound?
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
purchased 22 May 2006
Score 8.0/10
david, peterborough
, “single guy”
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you can see if the cleane needs emptying
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the little upholstry brush keeps falling off its slot
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
purchased 08 May 2008
Score 9.0/10
Jason, Derby
, “Happy customer!”
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Easy to use, powerful as well!!
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Hose can be a bit of bother when you want to hoover the stairs, corner etc.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
purchased 25 Apr 2008
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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easy to use, good level of power, easy to manoevre
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can't think of any!
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
purchased 18 Nov 2008
Score 10.0/10
MURRAY, EDINBURGH
, “secret”
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the dyson lives up to its name
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no bad points
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
purchased 25 Dec 2008
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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the accesories which come with the hoover are very useful and convenient
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Reviewer left no comment
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
purchased 17 Oct 2005
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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excellent suction, light weight, long range with telescopic reach, bagless.
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Broken clip on arrival but was quickly replaced.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
purchased 26 Jun 2006
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Good quality product. Power greatly enhanced since previous vacuum (DC1)
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None
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
purchased 15 Jun 2006
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Very good value for money and good suction power
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Does not have the option to altewr the height i.e differnet carpet lengths
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
purchased 06 Mar 2009
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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It is fabulous for getting pet hair out of carpets and he extending wand is excellent for doing stairs
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the wand is fiddly to use and put back (but it's worth the hassle)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
purchased 20 Mar 2009
Score 8.0/10
Noel, Presteigne
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Very powerful suction: clever design - placing of fittings etc. Ease of emptying once familiar with it. Good length of cable.
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Very noisy. Cap on the extension tube tends to open because it is where the operator has his or her hands,.
Rather heavy - may be a problem for an elderly person without much strength.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
purchased 18 Jun 2009
Score 7.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
, “Frequent user”
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picks up really well - the house seems so much cleaner. Emptying the cleaner is much easier.
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The tools are very awkward to use. The pole is too rigid.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
purchased 11 Jun 2009
Score 9.0/10
linda, hereford
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lighter than my previous dyson and with better reach
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not found any so far
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
purchased 25 Jun 2009
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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excellent suction
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Reviewer left no comment
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
purchased 12 Jul 2006
Score 10.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Excellent quality and performance
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Removing wand took perseverance at first but quickly mastered
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
purchased 25 Jun 2009
Score 10.0/10
Elizabeth, Hexham
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This is my second Dyson - I bought my first when they first came on the market - long time ago, well when it gave up the ghost I bought a replacement immediately, I love my Dyson. The new Dyson is much lighter to use and the suction is very powerful which is much needed when you have a Golden Retriever!!!!! I have recommended the Dyson to all of my friends and family members.
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NONE
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
purchased 18 Jul 2009
Score 10.0/10
gail, wallsend
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fantastic
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Reviewer left no comment
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
purchased 27 Apr 2006
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Suction good. Easy to empty.
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None
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 24 May 2006
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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It does a good job
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It's heavy
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 23 Oct 2006
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Good suction and cleans well
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hose a bit fiddly
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 27 Sep 2006
Score 8.0/10
Jim, Bridgnorth
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Power, efficiency & appearance
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On/off switch in awkward position (inclined and not easy to push except when using attachments and then too easy)
Attachments rather difficult to use.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 12 Jun 2007
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Generally good.
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Foot control seems rather weak for the amount of use it gets. Also need to be careful to fit back dust container after emptying.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 01 Apr 2008
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Reviewer left no comment
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The Hose Pipe - not very flexible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 29 Jan 2009
Score 8.0/10
Harish, Rhyl - North Wales
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Very good performance with easy emptying.
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As there is no provision to switch the brush border off, this is not suitable for new carpets with natural wool.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 11 Mar 2009
Score 7.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Good suction
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Awkward to use on the stairs and heavy to move
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 29 Mar 2009
Score 10.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Good all round adaptability, very easy to manoeuvre.
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Some of the levers were a little awkward to use when it was new, but they have loosened up now.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 15 Mar 2009
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Good suction
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Wont fit under radiators due to design
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 19 Apr 2009
Score 3.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
, “Frequent user”
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Strong suction, possibly even stronger than my original DC03 model.
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Far too bulky in storage and in use - e.g. cannot do under the beds and other furniture because of the very large 'body' of the machine.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 19 Mar 2009
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
, “Busy mum or dad”
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EASY TO EMPTY, REACHES WELL UP STAIRS, TOOL HANDLE INNOVATIVE, EASY RETRACTION OF EXTENSION TOOL
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QUALITY INSPECTION, BELT NOT ATACHED TO DRIVE ON RECEIPT, HAD TO CONSULT DYSON
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 22 May 2009
Score 10.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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everything
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there is non
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 06 Jun 2009
Score 8.0/10
Ann, Worcestershire
, “Busy mum or dad”
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Gets close to edges of cupboards/ walls etc. Easy to see when it needs emptying, and easy to empty, without bags to mess about with.
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No stair attachment included - this would make stairs easier, rather than the very small attachment which is included - and the 'proper' tool is very expensive !
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 21 Jun 2009
Score 7.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Reviewer left no comment
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noisier than my DC04
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 23 Jun 2009
Tony, SOUTHEND on SEA
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Powerful
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Some accessories not user friendly
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 10 Jun 2009
Score 9.0/10
Frances , Kent
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It picks up all the pet hair with ease without getting jammed. Having gone through 2 hoovers in a year with our 1 dog, having one that can pick up pet hair without blowing up is a god send
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It stands too high to fit under coffee table etc so you have to move all the furniture out of the way whenever you hoover.
When the hoover arrived the tools were not in the box, but a quick phone call to customer services and they arrived by post no problems at all.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 03 Jul 2009
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Very easy to put together and use
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Dyson - never the cheapest of products!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 05 Jul 2009
Score 8.0/10
Dave, Scarborough
, “Busy mum or dad”
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Picks up dog hairs no problem
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Keep catching the on/off button when replacing the hose
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 02 Jul 2009
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Suction power amazing - def. best vacuum out of all the lookalikes in that respect.Tools/accessories easy to access and stored well. Easy to empty.
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Bit too much plastic. extension handle not very easy to use. Still a bit heavy, but lighter than old model.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 13 Jul 2009
Score 9.0/10
Fiona, Glasgow
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Excellent suction, light easy to move around
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Additional handle for getting into corners and skirting a bit awkward to put back in
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 03 Jul 2009
Score 10.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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the design and easy to use and performance
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Reviewer left no comment
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
purchased 27 Nov 2007
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Excellent suction and easy to use. Waste removal system is a real improvement on our previous Dyson
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Reviewer left no comment
purchased 21 Sep 2006
Score 10.0/10
jaeesha, bradford
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excellent in cleaning on carpets
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a little hard move around corners
purchased 30 Mar 2008
Score 9.0/10
John, Stockton on Tees
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Excellent power and pick up attributes.
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Hose not all that easy to extract from holder but once out amazing performance.
purchased 03 May 2008
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
, “Nothing”
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
purchased 22 Sep 2008
Score 9.0/10
Moyra, Doncaster
purchased 27 Jan 2009
Score 10.0/10
ruth, leyland
, “i do the hovering ”
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this is the third dyson i have had, ill never buy another make again so easy to use , and no bags to change
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i haven't found any
purchased 31 Jan 2009
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
, “Full time Mum”
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A good solid vacum cleaner that takes the bumps hoovering can throw at it. Easy to use and easy to empty.
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A heavy vacum cleaner, especially to carry upstairs.
Its "suck" is very powerful that may not be suitable for all carpets/rugs.
purchased 02 Feb 2009
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Easy to handle, not too heavy, and easy to do the hard to reach areas. Attachments worked well once I had got the hang of them. Would recommend it to anyone that suffers from a back problem due to weight and easy of use. Very easy to empty.
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A little noisy for this day and age
purchased 07 Feb 2009
Score 10.0/10
Neil, Rothbury
, “Man of the moment!”
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Good suction, good design and good value for money
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Reviewer left no comment
purchased 26 Feb 2009
DIANE, SALISBURY
, “a recycled teenager”
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suction excellent and easy to use, also like the way the tools are positioned.
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cant think of any
purchased 04 Mar 2009
Score 10.0/10
Robert, Exeter
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Good cleaner, good price
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none
purchased 02 Mar 2009
Score 9.0/10
John, Dagenham
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Powerful, easy to empty,
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no cord rewind
purchased 05 Mar 2009
Score 9.0/10
Derrick, Rotherham
, “Pensioners late 70 s”
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works well
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Little Heavyfor the Wife
purchased 06 Mar 2009
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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suction is fantastic!
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heavy, but that's a dyson for you!
purchased 09 Mar 2009
Score 10.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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a true gem
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Not overly easy to remove and replace the telescopic tube
purchased 29 Mar 2009
Score 9.0/10
Maria, Wetherby
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It is a great Dyson. It picks up all the dirt, even cat hair without leaving any bits behind. It halfs my hoovering time!
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The tube that you extend to hoover the stairs is quite stiff, but I think it will improve over time and with use.
purchased 30 Apr 2009
Score 9.0/10
MARTIN, ESSEX
, “Tesco collection service efficient”
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Reviewer left no comment
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At first, use of wand not easy, wife thought a part was missing.
purchased 01 May 2009
Debra, Alcester
, “Busy mum or dad”
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Easy to use, easy to empty, ease in attachments. Good pick up
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Heavy, but it does all and more a vacumn should, so is not really a problem
purchased 26 May 2009
Score 10.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
, “Pet owner”
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It's my third Dyson. I wouldn't buy anything else!
Performance is outstanding, reliability brilliant.
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None so far.
purchased 27 May 2009
Score 10.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
, “Frequent user”
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a vacuum cleaner that has been designed with some thought to it's uses, very very clever and more importantly does the job you want it to
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no real bad points, thought they are pricey
purchased 25 May 2009
Score 9.0/10
lynsey, merseyside
, “Busy mum or dad”
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fantastic suction on the hoover and so easy to clean and empty
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even though the telescopic hose is fantastic and makes cleaning the stairs so easy,pulling the hose is pretty difficult because of the weight, you're pretty tired by the time you've finished!
purchased 27 May 2009
Score 9.0/10
Tracey, Bradwell
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cleaning power
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heavy to carry up stairs
purchased 06 Jun 2009
Score 8.0/10
alan, bridgwater
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easy set up,easy to use , powerful suction.
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none really
purchased 19 May 2009
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Reviewer left no comment
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rubber spikes on the brush, no good for wooden, ceramic and lino flooring,
purchased 29 May 2009
Score 8.0/10
Marcia, Teignmouth
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Very effective!
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Quite heavy.
Initially took abit of working out to use the extension tubing etc.
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
purchased 30 Apr 2009
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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For the price it's as good as any of the other dysons I have had.
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Slightly heavy and a smaller cannister than other Dysons
purchased 03 Jun 2009
Score 8.0/10
Ahmed, Gloucester
, “Busy mum or dad”
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Very good suction, no bags lifetime filter and ease of emptying bin
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Weight, very heavy
purchased 19 Jul 2009
Score 9.0/10
sean, grantham
, “Busy mum or dad”
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Very powerful, replaced an old DC08 and sucks up embarrassing amounts of dust left behind by the old one
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Very noisy
purchased 17 Jul 2009
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
, “Frequent user”
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good pick up reliable
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heavy u
purchased 12 Jul 2009
Score 10.0/10
Jackie, Kidderminster
, “Frequent user”
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I find this vacuum easy to us. I've had one before. I actually find it better than the later models. I can't see why they would want to keep changing something which is good.
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Reviewer left no comment
purchased 17 Jul 2009
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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all good
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Reviewer left no comment
purchased 12 Jul 2009
Score 9.0/10
carol, blackpool
, “Busy mum or dad”
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incredable suction almost lifts the carpet .
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none
purchased 26 Jul 2009
Score 9.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Powerful suction
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Using extension pole and in particular pushing it back in.A bit heavy to carry upstairs.
purchased 14 Jul 2009
Score 1.0/10
Simon, Halifax
, “Busy mum or dad”
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Does what it should.
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Can't get Tesco to send me out an invoice, so the 5 year warranty is worthless to me, which was one of the main selling points. Buy one, just not from Tesco!
purchased 24 Jul 2009
Score 10.0/10
Linda, Danderhall,Midlothian
, “Pet owner”
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Excellent Suction. Ease of emptying and use of onboard tools.
Aftersales backup..
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No bad points..
purchased 18 Jul 2009
Score 8.0/10
Anonymous verified purchaser
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Reviewer left no comment
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expensive
purchased 29 Jul 2009
Score 9.0/10
GINNY, ilkeston derbys
, “Pet owner”
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VERY POWERFULL
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NOT GOOD ON STAIRS
purchased 31 Jul 2009
Score 8.0/10
Edward, rochester
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its light weight, its good on the stairs the hose reaches all the way up and the lead is very long so you dont need to keep stopping to unplug it every time you go to a different room.
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we have a dog and it really wont entertain picking up any of the dog hair even just one strand it just wont pick it up, yhay is the only bad part.
purchased 23 Jul 2009
Score 9.0/10
Anne, Barnsley
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Excellent product, wouldn't buy any other brand.
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Still a little on the expensive side, when there is a new design available.
purchased 27 Jul 2009
Score 9.0/10
kelvin, haywards heath
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excellent performance.easy to use,easy to empty
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plastic components have a cheap feel to them
purchased 05 Jul 2009
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