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Brand Dyson
Special Feature durable
Filter Type Cartridge
Included Components Dyson Big Ball Canister^combination tool^stair tool
Is Cordless? No
Surface Recommendation
Floor
Power Source
Corded Electric
Voltage
120
Item Weight
17.64 Pounds

About this item

  • Capacity (volume) - .47 gallon. Self-rights when toppled - other vacuums fall down and stay down. Only Dyson big Ball canister vacuums pick themselves up , Cord Length - 21 feet
  • HYGIENIC dirt ejector - Drives Out trapped dust and debris as you empty. No need to touch the dirt; Suction Power: 250 AW
  • Carbon fiber turbine head - carbon fiber filaments pick up Fine dust. Stiff nylon bristles remove ground-in dirt. Filtration : No pre-filter, non-washable lifetime post-motor filter
  • Ball technology - core Components are housed within the Ball, allowing the vacuum to turn on the spot and follow you effortlessly around the home, without awkward moves
  • 5 year Warranty - parts and labor. Brush Bristle Type: Plastic. Hose Length:10 feet

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4.5 4.5
Cord length
4.3 4.3
Suction power
4.2 4.2
Easy to clean
4.2 4.2
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Carbon fiber turbine floor tool

Removes dirt from carpets and fine dust from hard floors.

The only vacuum that gets back up when toppled

Hygienic bin emptying mechanism drives out trapped dust and dirt

“Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Canister Vacuums”

Dyson achieved the highest score in four study factors: ease of use; features; styling and appearance; and warranty.

Bin Emptying

Hygienic bin emptying mechanism drives out trapped dust and dirt.

Self Righting

Conventional canister vacuums can topple over easily – interrupting your cleaning. Dyson Big Ball canister vacuums pick themselves up. Fewer delays, less time wasted.

Carbon Fiber Turbine Floor Tool

Carbon fiber filaments pick up fine dust. Stiff nylon bristles remove ground-in dirt.

Radial Cyclones

2 Tier Radial cyclones remove more dirt and allergens from your home. And expel air that's cleaner than the air you breathe.

High Capacity Bin

Large, high capacity bin.

Dyson Bagless Technology

No bags to replace. No additional costs.

Whole-machine HEPA filtration

Certified asthma & allergy friendly.

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Self-rights when toppled other vacuums fall down and stay down. Only Dyson big ball canister vacuums pick themselves up. Hygienic dirt ejector drives out trapped dust and debris as you empty. No need to touch the dirt. Carbon fiber Turbine head carbon fiber filaments pick up fine dust. Stiff nylon bristles remove ground-in dirt. Ball technology core components are housed within the ball, allowing the vacuum to turn on the spot and follow you effortlessly around the home, without awkward moves. 5 year parts and labor warranty. Dyson received the highest numerical score among canister vacuums in the J.D. Power 2015 and 2017 Vacuum Satisfaction Studies. 2017 study based on 6,965 total responses from 9 companies measuring the opinions of consumers who purchased a canister vacuum in the previous 12 months surveyed in February-March 2017. Your experiences may vary.

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Customer Ratings
4.34.3 out of 5 stars1,380
4.34.3 out of 5 stars35,440
4.04.0 out of 5 stars404
3.43.4 out of 5 stars20
4.34.3 out of 5 stars31
4.24.2 out of 5 stars11,225
Suction power
4.2
4.0
3.7
4.5
4.8
4.2
For hardwood floors
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4.2
4.2
4.5
4.8
3.8
Maneuverability
4.1
4.4
3.9
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3.7
For stairs
—
3.9
4.0
4.6
4.8
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power source
Corded Electric
Corded Electric
Corded Electric
Corded Electric
Corded Electric
Corded Electric
special feature
durable
Automatic Cord Rewind, Bagless, HEPA, Washable Filter, Compact
Bagless, Compact, Lightweight
3.5L/3.7Qt Bagless Washable Dust Cup<br>, 3-Stage Filtration (Central Cyclonic Filtration System, Washable Inlet HEPA-H10 Filter, Outlet Sponge)<br>, Over 455AW/24Kpa of Strong Suction with 5 Versatile Tools<br>, 20Ft Long Power Cord with Automatic Cord Rewind
Bagless, Automatic Cord Rewind, HEPA, Compact, Lightweight
Lightweight, HEPA
surface suggestion
Floor
Hard Floor
Hard Floor
Carpet,Hard Floors,Upholstery
Hard Floor
Hard Floor, Carpet
capacity
47 gallons
2 liters
1 liters
3.5 liters
2 liters
22.6 pounds
voltage
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120 volts
120 volts
120 volts
120 volts
120 volts
noise level
78 decibels
80 decibels
78 decibels
78 decibels
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75 decibels
model name
Big Ball Multi Floor
Bagless Canister Vacuum Cleaner
Boost CX1 Lotus White
Canister vacuum cleaner
Bagless Canister Vacuum
Bagged Canister Vacuum Pet PowerMate

Customer reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
1,380 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the suction, performance, and ease of use of the vacuum cleaner. For example, they mention it sucks up more dirt, works great on hardwood, tile, and low pile carpets, and is easy to assemble and use. That said, some disagree on value, quality, and maneuverability.

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185 customers mention "Suction"151 positive34 negative

Customers like the suction of the vacuum cleaner. For example, they say it's powerful, has a release suction handle, and stays together when vacuuming. Some say the vacuum overall is just okay, while others say it is the most powerful vacuum they have ever owned.

"...When vacuuming low pile area rugs the suction is so powerful that I had to open the suction valve release all the way in order to get it across the..." Read more

"...The Dyson beats the KM on suction. Crazy wicked suction. We vacuumed our whole house. Combo of tile, hardwood, area rugs and carpet...." Read more

"...It has great suction and maneuverability. Works well on hard surface or carpeted floors...." Read more

"...Wand gets easily under furniture, it's easy to pull around, and suction is great. 5 stars all round, yay!..." Read more

141 customers mention "Performance"116 positive25 negative

Customers like the performance of the vacuum cleaner. They mention that it sucks up more dirt, works perfect, and is easy to maneuver. Some say that the cord winder works well. Additionally, some say that it works well on hardwood, tile, and low pile carpets. They also appreciate the little brush attachment and the fact that it can be used against the wall perfectly.

"...It's quite the workout! As negative as this sounds, it still does a great job...." Read more

"...not being the price and weight of a used compact car, but they really do work effectively, far more than your typical bagless where the filter is..." Read more

"...Combo of tile, hardwood, area rugs and carpet. It picked up a ton of crud and I didn’t notice a loss in suction as a few reviewers had mentioned...." Read more

"...It has great suction and maneuverability. Works well on hard surface or carpeted floors...." Read more

105 customers mention "Ease of cleaning"77 positive28 negative

Customers like the ease of cleaning. They say the suction is amazing, cleaning it is super easy, and it works against the wall. They also say it does a much better job at removing dirt, gets their floors clean as a whistle, and that it is easy to dump the dust canister. They love the retractable cable, and say it makes it easier to vacuum the stairs. The handle is nice, the filter is easy access and clean, and the bin is much improved and much easier to empty thoroughly. Customers also mention that it's excellent for cleaning up pet hair, and even from under furniture.

"...It's quieter than my old KenmoreExcellent for cleaning up pet hairThe Negative..." Read more

"...My favorite part is that there's a lot fewer crevices and vents to accumulate dust, eliminating the awkward and existential task of vacuuming your..." Read more

"...Transitions from floor to carpet. It’s easy to empty and light weight enough to reach high areas...." Read more

"...The dirt bin is not very easy to empty. The whole thing slides down so my with the bottom opening...." Read more

86 customers mention "Ease of use"63 positive23 negative

Customers like the ease of use of the vacuum cleaner. They mention that it's lightweight, easy to assemble, and snap attachments on and off. Some say the instructions are okay and picture based. They also say the tools attach more efficiently. Some like that the motor unit is much more streamlined than previous designs and that it is easier on their wrists and back.

"...The motor unit itself is much more streamlined than previous designs and about the same size...." Read more

"...I can put the heavy part on my walker or pull it as I go. It’s easy to use, great suction, which I expected with a dyson, great on pet hair, good..." Read more

"...Irritating, but so is buying/changing bags. The fix was slapping the canister back on and 10-15 seconds of running the vacuum to recollect...." Read more

"I only used it once, it was easy to assemble and understand how to use it, it is the most powerful vacuum i have ever owned, my floors have never..." Read more

80 customers mention "Weight"56 positive24 negative

Customers like the weight of the vacuum cleaner. They mention that it is very compact, lightweight, and easy to use. They also say that the handle is light and extensible, making it easy to move around. Customers also say it can fit into tight spaces and corners.

"...The Good/Excellent:The size is just right (not too big and not so small that it needs to be emptied multiple times during each use)..." Read more

"...Plus, they're right there.The hose is a hose. Flexible and light, but doesn't contract like a worm when the turbine tool is on it...." Read more

"...Fingers crossed.This thing is HEAVY. The massive telescoping tube seems like a big wow until you actually have to lift it...." Read more

"...The Dyson is more compact though. I see this helping a lot when carrying up and down stairs especially while vacuuming...." Read more

116 customers mention "Maneuverability"75 positive41 negative

Customers are mixed about the maneuverability of the vacuum cleaner. Some mention it's easy to maneuver, even in tight spaces. They appreciate that it moves around nicely and works well. However, some customers feel that its maneuverability is seriously lacking, awkward to maneuver and heavy. They also mention that the canister itself does not easily slide and has a hard time rolling over the cord.

"...instead of the offset previous models had, so the unit tracks behind you fairly faithfully...." Read more

"...It has great suction and maneuverability. Works well on hard surface or carpeted floors...." Read more

"...We also read a lot about this vacuum being really difficult to use on carpet. The reviews made it sound like it took (a lot) of effort...." Read more

"...Wand gets easily under furniture, it's easy to pull around, and suction is great. 5 stars all round, yay!..." Read more

93 customers mention "Quality"37 positive56 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the vacuum cleaner. Some mention it has a lot of suction, good construction, and durability should be fine. However, others say that the hose is a bit flimsy, the handle seems floppy, and the plastic clip is frightful.

"...The plastic is lightweight and feels fragile - it also conducts a lot of static electricity, so dog hair sticks to the smooth parts..." Read more

"...The turbine tool is essentially magic: you can see clear from the nozzle inlet to the brush, which means no turbine blades to clog with objects or..." Read more

"...remove the canister, the door pops open, and all the dust empties all over the vacuum unit and the floor. Other reviewers here have noted this...." Read more

"...The hose and wand on the KM was higher quality. It was high grade rubber and metal. The wand extended and retracted effortlessly...." Read more

59 customers mention "Value"28 positive31 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the vacuum cleaner. Some mention it's a phenomenal vacuum and well worth the price, while others say the hose is hard plastic and cheap, the price to repair is outrageous, and it'll never last.

"...Which means replacing quarter-full bags frequently. Which gets very expensive, very fast...." Read more

"...these design flaws, this would be a phenomenal vacuum and well worth the price." Read more

"...and re-close the door at the bottom, there is a small, crappy, cheap, plastic clip holding the canister door shut (see first pic)...." Read more

"I like the Dyson quality at an affordable price. It is easy to dump the dust canister. I love the retractable cable, very convenient." Read more

Crazy wicked suction in a tiny package
4 out of 5 stars
Crazy wicked suction in a tiny package
Day 1 review. We picked this up to replace our Kenmore canister. We were pretty happy with the KM as it had a lot going for it so I’ll be comparing the pros and cons of the Dyson against it. I’m a fan of canister vacuums. I grew up with a giant heavy upright Kirby vacuum that I hated. Canisters are just more convenient and powerful in my opinion.The Dyson beats the KM on suction. Crazy wicked suction. We vacuumed our whole house. Combo of tile, hardwood, area rugs and carpet. It picked up a ton of crud and I didn’t notice a loss in suction as a few reviewers had mentioned. We also read a lot about this vacuum being really difficult to use on carpet. The reviews made it sound like it took (a lot) of effort. This was the biggest and most common complaint we read and I just don’t see it being a deal breaker issue. Our KM had an electric beater bar on it that this vacuum lacks. It has an air induced agitator that works okay but does take more effort and passes on carpet. Again, not at all a deal breaker. My eight year old son could run it just fine.The KM’s power switch is also located on the handle which was incredibly convenient. I found myself trying to power the Dyson on/off on several occasions and instantly missed the feature.Make sure your garbage can is at least half empty. The latch to hold the bottom canister seal is really lacking and seems like a weak point. The third time I detached the canister to empty it, the bottom popped off and puked all the contents onto the vacuum and floor. Irritating, but so is buying/changing bags. The fix was slapping the canister back on and 10-15 seconds of running the vacuum to recollect. Make sure to hold the lid when detaching the canister...The hose and wand on the KM was higher quality. It was high grade rubber and metal. The wand extended and retracted effortlessly. The Dyson takes some effort and feels closer to a cheap $100 Walmart vacuum. It isn’t of course but in comparison to the KM, the Dyson is lacking. Attachments have tight tolerance and require more attention when connecting. This will probably get easier with more practice but will never be as easy as the KM.Attachments on the KM also stored within the canister body. Very handy but the “lids” to cover them were flimsy and took some abuse over the years. The Dyson has no storage at all so... problem solved, I guess?... I’ll have to find a good spot to keep them.The self righting canister is pretty cool and works but we never really had much of an issue with our KM tipping on us so at this point it seems kind of gimmicky. The Dyson is more compact though. I see this helping a lot when carrying up and down stairs especially while vacuuming.The Kenmore’s design and engineering was more well rounded and time tested. It was balanced and spread throughout the whole unit. The Dyson’s design and engineering is invested heavily around the compact vortex suction canister and innovative new features. The trade-off seems to be that certain necessary features suffer to keep the price in line.Final verdict, it’s a pretty damn good vacuum. After reading all that, you may be thinking I miss my Kenmore and in some ways I do. But the Dyson really has a lot going for it too. All in all, I think this Dyson is better suited to our house and lifestyle and we’ll be happier with it in the long run.
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Great_North6
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended!
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2018
Color: YellowVerified Purchase
I purchased this vacuum through a Warehouse Deal for $257. I had been waiting for the vacuum to come down in price, so when I saw the "Used - Like New" offer I jumped at it. The vacuum works amazingly well. I have dogs who shed a lot, multiple floor types, and stairs. It's great not having to change attachments in order to go from smooth floors to carpet. The rotating bristles gently scrub stuck on dust from hardwood floors and help to loosen pet hair from carpets. The suction power is intense. When vacuuming low pile area rugs the suction is so powerful that I had to open the suction valve release all the way in order to get it across the carpet. It's quite the workout! As negative as this sounds, it still does a great job. The amount of dust and debris that the Dyson pulled out of my area rugs is incredible. I also like being able to see what I'm vacuuming up through the clear canister. It may sound weird, but the cyclone of dog fur in the canister is pretty cool to watch.

The Good/Excellent:
The size is just right (not too big and not so small that it needs to be emptied multiple times during each use)
The suction is powerful
It is fairly lightweight
NO VACUUM BAGS!!!
The filtration is excellent
It's quieter than my old Kenmore
Excellent for cleaning up pet hair

The Negative
The plastic is lightweight and feels fragile - it also conducts a lot of static electricity, so dog hair sticks to the smooth parts
The power cord could be a few feet longer
It would be more convenient to have the On/Off switch on the handle rather than on the canister
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Mari Lynn Dahlman
5.0 out of 5 stars It has fantastic suction
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2024
Color: YellowVerified Purchase
My only complaint is that the suction is often too much. I know, strange complaint for a vacuum cleaner! Even when I use the suction release I can't get it to move. I should mention that I have mostly huge area rugs downstairs. Upstairs and on the steps where there is carpet it is amazing.
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IM
5.0 out of 5 stars and just an appreciator of good cleaning instruments in general
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2018
Color: YellowVerified Purchase
I wrote a novel of prose before my power cut out, so maybe you were spared an hour of reading. The long and short of it: I much prefer this over a bagged turbine-head vac now that I have pets. Rated suction and capacity is lower than previous model (DC39), but tradeoff is increased filtration and a hugely improved dust container.

I'm a longtime Dyson fan, and just an appreciator of good cleaning instruments in general. At my suggestion, my parents have owned a DC07 for 15 years and it's still going strong; I also had a third-hand DC23 years and years ago, which served me well until an unfortunate mishap with a destructive housemate. I know Dysons get a lot of hate in the vacuum-enthusiast community (yes, it's a thing) for not being the price and weight of a used compact car, but they really do work effectively, far more than your typical bagless where the filter is doing the bulk of the work. Suction power is really nothing if it isn't trapping the dust.

For the last 7 years, I've had a Miele, the Mercedes of home appliances: conservatively but well-styled, favored by rich old white people, but built like a tank and will knock your socks off in performance. The machine itself isn't anything too groundbreaking technology-wise, but the bags are the heart of it: nothing escapes them. My basic C2 worked well on my ersatz hardwood floors, until I got a place both with a low-pile carpet and a cat. A separately purchased turbine tool (which I reviewed previously) worked reasonably well, but with one critical flaw. Not to parrot Sir Dyson's tagline about losing suction, but...well, bag vacuums, especially ones as efficient as the Miele, lose suction when loaded with fine dust, which means the turbine stops running. Which means replacing quarter-full bags frequently. Which gets very expensive, very fast. My options were to either upgrade to a motorized head, wand, and hose for a pretty penny, or buy a new model with those accessories included at the low, low price of a month's rent.

So I pawned it off to a relative with concrete floors and area rugs (and no pets) and went back to Dyson. Unfortunately they haven't, in recent memory, marketed a Motorhead model like my old faithful DC23 in the US, and I'm not a fan of uprights, so I took a leap of faith here.

The turbine tool is essentially magic: you can see clear from the nozzle inlet to the brush, which means no turbine blades to clog with objects or hair. Unlike the Miele, there isn't an appreciable loss of suction at the head. I have no idea how it works (EDIT: further inspection revealed the turbine bypasses the dirt stream, so it's not going to seize and slow down if you have deeper carpets), but it's insanely powerful. No complaints, and not a trace of pet hair to be seen.

The dustbin has a bit less rated capacity than previous models I've used or owned, but is a huge improvement. Gone is the plastic shroud that would accumulate with hair and lint, requiring the fun process of reaching up and picking out debris or rinsing it out with water (kind of disgusting when you don't have a yard and a hose). The entire canister slides down and scrapes the perforated metal shroud knocking everything out into the trash can. The trapdoor is still there, but there's a lot less thrashing the thing around trying to dislodge everything it's sucked up.

The motor unit itself is much more streamlined than previous designs and about the same size. It's all wheels, and true to the demo videos, it really does right itself when knocked over. My favorite part is that there's a lot fewer crevices and vents to accumulate dust, eliminating the awkward and existential task of vacuuming your vacuum cleaner. The hose attaches at the bottom in the center of the unit, instead of the offset previous models had, so the unit tracks behind you fairly faithfully. There are really only two detractions: first, the power switch and cord retract buttons have been replaced with tiny levers sticking out the back, whose durability I worry for, but are also hard to aim for with one's foot. The second is the lack of ability to wrap the hose and wand around the unit for storage, but that's a luxury that's been long gone with Dyson.

As for the wand and handle: I honestly think it's a bit ugly, but man, is it effective and ergonomic. Throw an attachment onto the handle and it really does swivel 360º in three dimensions. It's worth noting that Dyson redesigned their tool interface for the second time with a much more positive locking mechanism and larger cross-section, but are kind enough to throw in an adapter if you've got previous-generation speciality tools (soft brush, Groom, etc). And if you've got some REALLY old ones or generic-brand tools, there's another adapter for that.
The handle has a trigger for releasing suction, rather than a slide switch over a vent. Really elegant solution. The wand is nothing special, but it telescopes and locks far more positively than metal tubes other brands use. tool storage is a little less elegant, snapping onto a plastic collar that then snaps to the wand instead of onboard the motor unit, but again, less nooks and crannies to get dirty. Plus, they're right there.

The hose is a hose. Flexible and light, but doesn't contract like a worm when the turbine tool is on it. Same adapter tip, so if you want to forgo the handle, tools click right onto it.

Suction power and performance is spot-on. I think the quoted spec is 250 air-watts at the nozzle; some models have been more and others less, but its picking up the fine dust from my carpet underlayment that probably needs to be replaced. Dyson keeps adding more and more cyclone nozzles with each new iteration which doesn't seem to be adding cleaning power so much as reducing the amount of dust that gets into the filter and motor, reducing maintenance need. Just don't use it for picking up ash or construction debris or you'll destroy the guts pretty quick.

All in all, A-plus. My fears of another turbine head lacking in power for pet and human hair have been allayed, and it's definitely equal to Miele, if not crafted by strong German dwarves. I know there are other cleaners out there that are cheaper, or have more rated wattage, or suck a greater percentage of dirt in lab tests, but not without the low maintenance or ease of use of this unit. There's a great breadth of accessories and various floor heads (hint: buy them here, or from parts distributors rather than big-box retailers; they're a lot cheaper), and aftermarket support is good, just see your local vacuum shop or the Dyson repair centers. These aren't expensive disposable toys, unlike (ahem) another German make.

And a last note: Dyson looks like they've streamlined their canister models in the US; gone is the tiny shrink-ray version and most of the old Ball variants with differing attachments and wattages. Current models are the Big Ball Cinetic (more power, no washable filters needed, comes with turbine hand tool), the Big Ball Musclehead (don't really know what that tool is...something for hard floors?), Big Ball Multifloor (this unit—seems to be same motor, but regular ol' turbine floor tool), and the old Ball DC39 (bigger dustbin, more power, but fewer cyclones and old accessory size, and, well, not a Big Ball). If you're looking at new-old-stock older models, that's up to you to figure out the differences between them.
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