Dyson Ball Animal Total Clean Upright Vacuum

It actually should get 4 1/2 stars. It's an excellent vacuum with some minor drawbacks. It is powerful and versatile. It purchased it as I am a parrot owner. Parrots are the messiest of all pets. Between the dust, feathers, thrown seeds, fruits and everything else, a powerful and versatile vacuum is a must and this vacuum "fills the bill." It also works well for hardwood floors, carpet, stairs, furniture and the like. I wish that the extendable attachment hose was longer as it is not very long and it is stiff making it difficult to reach certain places with the attachments. Also, I would prefer that there be an unlatching button to release the handle down rather than a press down on the handle until it clicks because it sometimes unlatches when you don't want it to. Lastly, the dust bin could be larger. Still, as far as vacuums go, its a great vacuum.

I hate this vacuum! I was looking for a good vacuum for pets. I have bamboo floors with area rugs and Dyson came highly recommended from multiple family and friends. I picked this one in part for the attachments and for the self adjusting to go from carpet to wood. It is AWFUL! It does not adjust to multiple carpets, including my carpeted room upstairs. The suction is so strong it gets stuck in place and I can not move the vacuum. I thought I was obviously doing something wrong, but after 2 texts with Dyson and 2 phone calls, it appears it is the machine, not me. I've looked on YouTube and there are videos on how to rig it to work, but that seems ridiculous for a $600 vacuum. I decided to return and try a lower end model, but of course, when I went to return it was 31 days past my purchase and I am out of luck. The hose is also awful! I was excited to be able to quickly switch from vacuum to hose, but the hose is constantly collapsing on itself. So instead of 5 feet, the vacuum is right behind me, hitting me in the leg or just falling over. I am hoping with time, that will improve as the hose has stretched often. I would not purchase this vacuum again!

For the past few years, I've been struggling with my Shark. Even though it was advertised for pets, it constantly clogged and could barely keep up with my one dog. Finally, it broke, and I was relieved because it gave me the excuse to buy this. Oh my... I can't even put into words how much better this Dyson is to my old Shark. Turning it on for the first time, I could just FEEL it's power and I immediately knew I made a good purchase. Pros * Easy to set up and get started * Tons of tools for specific use cases. I've cleaned some areas that haven't been touched in years. * Incredibly powerful suction. This beast will get EVERYTHING up. * Great capacity. The collector holds a lot more than my previous vacuum, so I'm stopping less to empty it. This is great, because it's extra power definitely picks up a lot more hair and dirt, so that extra space is welcome. * Very easy to maneuver. While the ball does make it a bit harder to get deep under couches and stuff, it glides across the floor and turns like a dream. The extra attachments are super easy to swap out, so this is a worthwhile tradeoff. I know these things are expensive. I held off getting one for years because I just didn't see how it would be worth it. But after suffering through a few years with a slightly cheaper but vastly inferior product, I can confidently say this is absolutely worth the money.

I love, love, love my Dyson. This is my second one i have purchased. Before these, I have had all the high-end name vacuums, and none compare to the ease, lightweight, and suction power of the Dyson. I live in an apartment, and I honestly thought it was going to pull up the carpet! Lol. And with a cat not having to constantly stop and clean off the roller is an extra bonus. Dyson are an exceptional product with an affordable price for a beautiful vacuum that will last for years. I do, and would recommend this Dyson, or any one of them to everyone. It does have a long cord so I can reach wherever I need to go; and being with the ball maneuvering is a breeze.

I bought this during Prime Days and wanted to spend some time with it before reviewing it. Here’s my opinion in an easy to read bullet point list: What I LOVE: - Best suction of any vacuum I’ve used. I have multiple cats that shed. I let my robot vacuum do a turn. Then I vacuumed using my upright. Then I used the Dyson and it managed to still pull up a half canister of dirt and hair!! Impressive! - The Cord - kudos for a cord that is long enough to do multiple rooms!!! No need to stop and unplug and plug while vacuuming. - The washable filters - so nice not to have to CONSTANTLY buy new filters. Sure these will need replaced from time to time but you can wash them in the sink by hand for some time before needing to buy new ones! - The fact that there are only 2 filters. I like simplicity. I don’t want to bother with 4 or 5 filters. - Maneuvering this machine - when the rotating brush is on, it practically glides over the carpet. It also has a wide sweeping head which covers a lot of space. Its straight edge design allows you to get close to wall borders and room edges. - Pet hair does not get tangled in the brush and the brush is easy to clean. Also, it’s simple to toggle between having the brush spinning for carpets and having it turned off for hardwood or linoleum. - I like the Dyson warranty and product support. If you have a question about your product, it’s easy to find answers. Also, registering your product for warranty purposes is super easy and takes no time at all. What I LIKE: - There are plenty of tool options. Your Dyson comes with multiple tools that will handle a variety of jobs and a carry bag is included for easy storage. What I DISLIKE: - The upright locking mechanism - you have to put actual effort into getting the vacuum to stay in the locked position. Furthermore, if you are moving it from room to room in the locked position and run over carpet, a floor divider or even a piece of cat food, you can almost guarantee that it is going to unlock and the sweeper head is going to fall to the floor. - The hose and tool design - the hose is stiff and hard to maneuver. I use my hose a lot to sweep trim, cat litter from crevices etc. The hose is so stiff because of the handle that it’s almost unwieldy. Furthermore, unless I’m missing something, there is nowhere on the vacuum to attach a single tool!! It’s a pain to dig tools out constantly. Over time, I’ve become better at pulling the hose out of the handle base for use but it’s taken some time to get used to. - I’m bothered by the lack of quality of some parts. The piece that holds the LONG cord is plastic and I worry it won’t last long. The debris bin also feels cheaply made. It’s yet to be seen if these parts will stand the test of time. - When dumping hair from the collection tube, I frequently have to put my hand up in there to pull the dirt and hair out. It gets trapped around the cylinder tube up top instead of just falling out. Price - I bought my vacuum during Prime days and got a deal on it. I’d have to really consider whether I’d be willing to pay the normal asking price for this vacuum. I love the power and the suction capability but I feel it has several pretty big flaws as well.

Several others have pointed out that this is hard to push. And it is! There is no head adjustment options; it’s got a rubber accordion style base around the head, so it’s ’self adjusting’ for carpet height. But SO hard to push at first because the suction and self adjusting head is just too tight. But give it time! After a few uses, maybe 4-5, it became the normal amount of ease to push. And it cleans great!! I have 5 dogs and it picks up SO much hair. Worth the extra exertion the first few times, because now I love it.

I wanted to love this because I owned an 18 year old Dyson vacuum cleaner that was solid masterwork in construction, until the wheels that held it upright broke. I decided to buy a new vacuum, but the inflationary pricing made me choose other brands first. The Shark was rendered useless, when a paper clip nicked, the hose. The hoover had great suction; unfortunately, it also kicked up a lot of dust and the price of the bags were ridiculous. I even went in so far as to purchase a bissel I found for under a hundred that leaked after a week of use, and an aspirion vacuum that was so worthless it was unreturnable. Thankfully, that company had excellent customer service and gave me refund. Pros: it comes with every attachment. You can imagine. Lightweight, long cord. Con: inferior quality material, cheap plastic is easy to break, and the suction is no where near the level of power that dyson is known for, it is both bothersome too and disappointing to see the quality of my favorite vacuum brand manufacture such inefficient equipment and still have arrogance to put this kind of price tag on it. Please don't waste your money. You'll get just as much suction with this dyson as you do with the any other vacuum? I hope you find this review helpful. And that it will save someone a great deal of time and money, for the same inferior year quality performance

"The only thing this vacuum picks up is my blood pressure." I bought this vacuum hoping it would live up to its name and price tag. Between a full-time career and raising kids, my schedule is packed; I needed a tool to make life easier. Instead, this has been a source of physical pain and constant frustration. ❌ Ergonomic Nightmare Despite the "Ball" design, this machine is incredibly heavy and cumbersome. I have small hands and wrists, and navigating this vacuum is a workout I didn't ask for. It does not pivot smoothly; it resists every turn. It’s so difficult to maneuver that I can't even ask my kids to help with their rooms—it's simply too much for them to handle. ❌ Zero Suction Control & Poor Height Adjustment We have a mix of hardwood and carpet, and the transition is a disaster: Suction Issues: There is no way to adjust the suction. On carpet, you have to practically "yank" the vacuum across the floor just to move it. Design Flaws: The front of the vacuum sits too high. It won’t fit under kitchen counter along the trim, yet it’s too low to pick up something as small as a pebble. You have to stop, pull out the hose, or awkwardly flatten the handle to the floor just to get basic debris. Button Placement: The power button and the roller brush button are right next to each other. You end up hitting the wrong one constantly. ❌ The "Hose from Hell" The hose design is baffling. There is a blue plastic pipe inside that you have to manually remove every time you want to clean the stairs. If you leave it in, the hose kinks, the suction dies, and the entire vacuum tips over because it’s so top-heavy. ❌ High-Maintenance Features The Cord: While long, it doesn't retract. In a 3,000sq ft house, you’ll spend half your time manually winding a massive cord. Cheap Build: For the price, the plastic feels flimsy and "budget," which is insulting given the cost. The Intake Vent: This is the most bizarre design choice—the vent is right by the handle. If you are wearing a blouse or bracelets, the vacuum tries to eat your clothes and jewelry while you work. Final Verdict If you value your wrists and your sanity, stay away. This is a heavy, poorly balanced, and over-engineered headache. I strongly suggest testing one in person before you commit—don't let the "premium" branding fool you like it did me.

This is the greatest vacuum, very powerful, I tried other vacuum and it does not compared to Dyson!