Dyson Animal Ball Vacuum Product Review

This Dyson Animal Ball vacuum product review looks at why we love the DC41 Dyson! The Dyson Animal Ball vacuum review and ratings from consumers are superb. J.D. Power lists Dyson in its top 3 vacuums year after year.
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[@AskAngelaBrown]

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[@MellyC1207]

Angela Question for you, I have all hardwood floors in my home. Would you recommend this vacuum for floors as well ? I have a new 3 month old & really want clean floors & im looking for a good Vac. Also what are your thoughts on steamers for Harwood floors? Do they really disinfect? I just want clean safe floors for baby, as she is going to start crawling soon. Please link any videos or comments that can help. Thanks!

[@michaelreese6828]

I recently got the Dyson Ball Animal 2. Best vacuum I've ever owned. Had pet hair literally everywhere that our other vacuum just would not pick up. You could go back and forth in the same spot for hours and it wouldn't clear it. However the animal 2 sucked everything up with literally 1 pass through. Even when the carpet looks clean it finds tons of stuff to suck up. I can't speak on the test of time but so far it's the best vacuum I've ever had. Worth every penny of the $500 price tag. Which the wife gave me a hard time about until I vacuumed the entire house and all the pet hair was gone. Highly recommend.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I am so glad you like your Dyson vacuum! Thanks so much for sharing. 😊

[@fatalisticbunny]

You are a true, knowledgable reviewer. So many reviewers talk about this item out-of-the-box. But i wanted to hear from someone who had longterm experience with the vacuum. You've really helped me to make a decision. Thank you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much for watching my video. Keep me posted on how things go with the Dyson vacuum. 🤗

[@markg8547]

Many thanks for the thorough, and very credible, discussion of the product. This is probably one of the best product reviews I have ever seen on the internet (of any product). Sharing your first-hand experience using the product in a professional setting is incredibly valuable. Excellent.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate your feedback!! 😊

[@MissyJohnson1991]

@@AskAngelaBrown thank you for these amazing videos I am on my 3rd dyson they take about 12 years to die However just had laminate flooring installed and currently have the ball canister ball Dyson however it’s not doing so well with the 2 Labrador retriever hair aka glitter Should I buy the flat one that can be shoved under the sofa? The wall one you Refferal too is kick buttons at the dog hair however only 6 inch wide maybe 5

[@irmapena4923]

Hi Angela, I’m very happy to tell you that a customer that retired and moved out of state, gave me this vacuum you just reviewed!!!! I love it because it does not needs dust bags, thank you for this video, loved it!!!

[@MissLilly-vn2wt]

All of your videos are the best! Thank you so much for taking the time to do these for all of us, God bless🙇

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I appreciate you leaving me such a nice comment. ❤️

[@lauriecalzaretta4130]

I just bought this vacuum today and I love it. I’ve wanted it for a long time and finally got it. I have a cordless dysan which I love on hard floors. Thanks Angela for the video! Loved it.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂

[@isaka3719]

I love your personality!! I wish you made more content like this, for non-professional cleaners!

[@isaka3719]

Aww thanks!

[@katie9495]

I wish she did too I've listened to every single thing she has done every great now and then I find one I missed and I get so excited

[@oldschoolisnewschool]

My wife got 1 today at costco. It was 299 plus tax. Costo will have it on sale after the 22 of november for 239. The sell is for the 22, 23, and 24th of november. Best of luck and thank you Angela for all of your help. You gave my wife the curage to start her cleaning Company. Best wishes your the best

[@Methodical2]

Great review from someone who uses the heck out of the units and can provide real world use over the long term. I just purchased the Animal 2. Dyson had close to 50% off and included 2 tools. I opted for the hardwood floor kit. This makes me feel good about the purchase. Also, what I found hilarious is when you said that it was light weight at 17.2 lbs and seeing you manhandle it and I recall some guys in other videos saying that it was heavy; too funny. Thanks...

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Lol...thank you so much for your feedback! And thanks for watching. 🙂

[@rrelampago1]

Excellent review. Thank you. My brand new Dyson Animal 2 is in my living room waiting for me. You helped me understand my machine.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hooray. Let me know how you like it. I want to hear all the details. :-)

[@cactusrose9601]

Looks like a phenomenal machine. I have a very small home, and after reading the great reviews on the Eureka Whirlwind vacuum, I bought it from Amazon. I am truly in love with this little guy. Terrific suction and easy-peasy to empty and maintain. Plus, it cost $89, which is exactly what my budget could handle.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I love the fact that you did your research and found a vacuum that works for you. Thanks for sharing which one it was. I love hearing what vacuums people love. Thanks for sharing. :-)

[@nemahmah2143]

Angela, would you do a video on how to clean your Dyson animal? I have the same vacuum and mine is looking rough. I admit I don't clean it out like I should. And we live on a farm so it gets used a lot. My main concerns are how dirty the canister is, how gross the bristle brush attachments look, and the ball/smaller wheels are physically rough. How can I better clean my canister and attachments and how do I smooth out the plastic ball and wheel edges to keep it from scratching wood/vinyl or snagging carpet in the future? I really want to keep loving my animal. I still have to pry this beast off of my kitchen floor to reach under things so I know the suction is great! Thanks!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Dyson has many videos on how to maintain their vacuums. I suggest you do a search so you can see how the manufacturer suggests their product is maintained. 👍

[@nancyking5263]

Super video! You are REALLY good at explaining and demonstrating. I own the animal 2 as well as an older Dyson. You can't beat them. Thanks👍

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hey Nancy, we are twins. I love mine too. Thank you for your kind words of encouragement and support and for spending a few minutes of your day here with me. I appreciate you. :-)

[@KatHawk96]

Excellent review! I'm looking to get another vacuum for my business. This really helped me. Thanks Angela!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome...glad it was helpful!

[@2075vj]

Just purchased the Dyson Ball Animal 2. Your video was very helpful in me learning more about it. Going to use it right now, I’m very excited. Thanks for sharing.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hooray! Keep me posted and let me know how you like it. I'm eager to hear your experience.

[@uniquetxtxful]

Thank you for this video this is the only thing I was able to use that helped me to put together my vacuum and to know what all the parts are for. Not even Dyson provided a good manual for me to follow

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for watching the show and leaving a comment. Keep me posted on how you like your new Dyson.

[@carloszuniga3484]

I have a dyson slim ball that I got A year ago and it works amazing for the pet hair and also it doesn't scatter dirt like other vacuums do.

[@dannelleez]

got an animal pro today at costco with the tool bundle ,love it thank you for explaining the tools

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! This is awesome , let me know how it works out for you. And thank you for watching the video. 🙂

[@gwendolyngailstenersen4448]

Thanks so much for your awesome demos & explanations. I ordered an Animal Pro 2 & it just arrived yesterday evening. I'm excited to have it but was a bit intimidated by all the attachments. (I got 8 with my Walmart Black Friday deal) You covered most of them (I've labeled those lol) I've got about 3 vacuums accumulated over the yrs with various pieces here & there. I don't know which goes with what anymore, so when I invested in a Dyson, I thought I'd better research & keep track. Thanks again, you rock!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! So glad that you were able to get a vacuum that works best for you. And thank you for taking the time to write this comment and for watching the video, I appreciate it! 🤗

[@dawnmichelle4403]

I can't find which video I had commented on before, but I told you I was looking to buy a new vacuum cleaner since ours had died. You asked me to update you and let you know which one we chose. Well, after looking at various vacuums and watching your videos, my husband decided that the $300-400 for the new vacuum I liked was too much. Instead, for about $70 he completely revamped our Eureka The Boss and brought it back from the dead. It is running like a champ! Although I always enjoy getting something shiny and new, I'm very happy to have a handy hubby who knows there are other new, shiny things, more fun than a vacuum cleaner to save money for. Thank you for all your informative videos! They are so helpful.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh wow....that is awesome! You saved money and revived your old vacuum! Kudos to your hubby! And thanks for watching the videos and for your continued support, I appreciate it! 😊

[@laceygonzalez6446]

I recently found your videos. Love them. So so helpful. I just bought this vacuum I have a cordless. But want a corded as well since sometimes I'm in the middle of cleaning and then my vacuum dies. It's the worst

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I’m so glad you love this vacuum too. I appreciate you taking the time to leave me a comment. 🤗

[@marilynjavier2218]

Thanks Ms Angela for going thr about this vacuum cleaner. My husband just bought me Dyson ball animal 2 total clean. You have taught me everything I need to know about it w/ accessories. I had bought vacuum cleaners that washes floor/carpet but it never worked as advertised. I hope this one does work as advertised bec my husband loves cats & dogs (he adopted gazillion of them (esp cats) & it's about time to find the right vacuum. Keep safe.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

LOL. Hi Marilyn, you're going to get LOTS of use from the upholstery tool with opposite rotating brushes.

[@ccziv]

I just bought this model and I was in tears (of frustration) until I saw your video. (Many hours after watching scores of unhelpful videos.) Now that I'm confident it's put together correctly, I'll give it a try. I am having buyer's remorse because it's so heavy and LOUD! I wish I'd purchased the cordless version. Love your videos so much!!! ❤❤❤

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for taking the time to write this comment, I appreciate it! Sorry to hear that you are having buyers remorse. Are you able to return/exchange it?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for your kind words. Honestly, I wasn't a fan of mine when I got it either because I was used to the hose attaching in an upside down position. This reverse approach had me scratching my head until I figured it out - and it's become so second nature to me now. Keep me posted. And if you still hate it - take it back. They've got excellent return and warranty policies.

[@ritasallee6331]

I just bought the Animal 2 last week. I’m so glad to hear your review. I’m confident I made the right purchase! Thank you.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Woot Woot! I'm so happy for you. Keep me posted and let me know how you like it. Thanks for watching. :-)

[@ritasallee6331]

@@AskAngelaBrown So happy I found your site, it’s most informative.

[@patstasiak3537]

Just purchased a used Dyson Ball Animal +; it works like a charm! The suction is amazing. I appreciate you posting this product review - learned quite a bit about my garage-sale buy.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Great to hear! Glad it was helpful. And thanks for watching!

[@Muse31]

I tell you what...the Shark brand is REALLY good as well. I like dysons BUT I find tge older brand of Dyson works the best and doesn't lose suction. I'm not as good as you Angela because I can't name the make of these vacuums LOL! You're awesome and I LOVE your channel ❤

[@DaddyGameOn]

great review. but don't you feel it's too hard to push on certain type of carpet because of its super strong suction?

[@jaytee2642]

I just moved from a house with hard floors to a house with a mix of hard and carpet. I have a cordless Shark that served me well at the old house, but using it on carpet drains the battery more quickly. And it's not really powerful enough to fully suck up carpet dirt and cat hair. I do hate cords on vacuums though. It becomes a battle and the vacuum usually wins!😄😄 This vacuum looks like a real champ!👍🏻👍🏻 Putting it on my list of possibilities.😁

[@AskAngelaBrown]

If you have a mix of hard flooring and carpet this vacuum is a win-win. It's got really strong suction and with the accordion face place you can go from carpet to hard flooring without making any manual adjustments to the vacuum. It's pretty lightweight too so it's easy to maneuver without it being as heavy as the big mac daddy Dysons or as lightweight as the cordless versions. Keep me posted, I want to hear what one you end up choosing. 😍

[@ericgarcia3623]

I've been watching your videos, I like everything you say. I own a cleaning company, and I use 2 vacuums, the main vacuum I use is a commercial canister vacuum, that use bags, and I really love it, it have an EPA filter, plus the bags have 5 layers of filtration, it's really cool, it's really powerful and well built. But it's not really effective on carpet, that's why I have a Cinetic Big Ball Dyson, I have to say that I hate it so much, it do the job, but it's really heavy, uncomfortable and I hate to dump all the trash and get all that dust into my face, but anyway, that's my opinion. Thanks for all the info you share in your videos!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for sharing your input on this topic. 🤗

[@richardgray8593]

This month (Oct 2020) at Costco, they have this vac -- it's not the new '2' version, however, so they must be trying to move all these out of the warehouses -- with the extra attachments for the low, low price of only $239.99. I could not resist getting it even though my old Dyson DC15 (the original ball model, practically an antique now) works as well as it ever did.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

REALLY? WOW! That makes me want to jump in the car and run to COSTCO just to get a backup vacuum. (One for upstairs maybe?) LOL. Thanks for sharing. :-)

[@cherylcalifornia125]

I’ve had my dyson dc41 vacuum for at least 10 yrs with sharing my small 1,100 square foot home with a small dog and a cat. I’ve never had to replace any parts and the washable filters still look awesome to this day with no breakdown/rips. It’s a work horse for sure and I love it.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That is awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@cherylcalifornia125]

@@AskAngelaBrown Thank you for responding back😊

[@stevenrooney6525]

Hi you are amazing at your job. I clean a few people's homes and there is nothing worse than getting there to find there vacuum next to useless. I had the dyson dc25 I think it was a older one I changed it to a Miele cat&dog vacuum and its really AMAZING.

[@stevenrooney6525]

Good idea. I have the Miele c3 cat&dog it's expensive and it has bags and filters to buy but it cleans carpets like brand new.

[@LaurenSmith-tb6ye]

Yes, I have a Dyson Animal II. Big score at Goodwill. I think it was a display model. Practically brand new! $25.00. Squee...Angela approved!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

WHAT? At Goodwill? I'm so jealous...and so happy for you. 👏😍👏

[@rachaelgonzalez948]

Hello, Can I used that vacuum in hard floor too ? I will like one vacuum for carpet and hard floors. Thanks

[@BeastMortThe]

My first Dyson will be coming in a couple weeks. Ordered the Ball Animal 2. The only thing I hate before even getting it, is the UK version has much better options. Their version comes with a reticulating elbow for where the hose attaches to the wand. Has a height adjustment on the cleaner head. And instead of the so-so Flat Out Tool attachment... they have a Turbine Tool attachment that has a beater bar on it.

[@evelyneself4938]

Very good. I've just upgraded to an Animal 2 and this was informative.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching.

[@nanadeborah8717]

I have had my Dyson DC25 for 15 years. I have replaced several parts which is very easy. I love the washable filters. After 15 years,I've spent $100 on replacement parts total. It still pulls the carpet off the floors. I have rough collies who shed constantly. I also have have had couple labradors who also shed constantly. I have never had a problem with clogging. My daughter has a lab as her guide dog. She bought a shark that died after a year. She bought a Dyson animal ball DC41 and loves it. I would never buy any other brand. It's amazing!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That is great! Thank you for sharing your experince and thoughts of the vacuum, I appreciat it!

[@Ca31_Buff]

I have a Dyson dc14 animal and v10 Absolute. I f-ing Love the v10. We don’t use our older one that much since I have 30 vacuums and it’s 15 years old and still going strong. There is only one thing broken on it and hat is the dust bin flap. It just falls into the trash, but still cleans the carpet like the day we bought it.

[@VideosWatchOnline]

Just bought the Angela Brown vaccum the other day. My family right away noticed since I used it almost 5 hours straight cleaning everything. Very happy with it. One thing I always do is empty it outside so the dust and gunk does not go airborne in the home. One of the perks of Central vac since it exhausts outside.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for sharing your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂

[@debbiegrosskopf2419]

My vacuum - I LOVE it!!!!!! I have 3 big dogs and they shed and it gets a workout - does a phenomenal job every time! One comment - I always empty it outside to keep the dust from reentering the air in the house.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That's a great idea. Way to keep your house dust free! The Dyson vacuum is such a good purchase.

[@janeillinois9631]

Love your channel!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much!! So glad to know that you enjoy it!

[@dawnrobbins5877]

Excellent product review! You couldn't have been more through. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I appreciate that! Thank you so much for your feedback and 5 stars!!

[@susanspianostudio7057]

I like that green dish mat under the dish strainer. What kind is it? Love your videos.

[@jodihouts6032]

One of my clients had a Dyson that we used at first, but it had so much suction on carpet the beater bar would stop working. And her model didn't get edges well at all. It may have been a much older model? She prefers my miele, which I also love. It is an investment though, and I've had to repair at least 2 times in the last 5 years. And the "proper" bags that remove 99.9% allergens is an added cost. Still love it and consider it the backbone of my business.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂

[@Letycs]

This is a really great review. I was looking for something like this because I currently have a bagged vaccum for personal use that I got for $12 from Walmart because it had been returned/clearanced for God knows what reason, it works fine, but I have three dogs so you can imagine it's not entirely cost effective with how often the bags have to be replaced due to the amount of hair that gets picked up. I also have a cleaning job where the cheap vaccum I had been using is starting to fall apart and with so many options, I wasn't sure what to go with that would be worth the money. As you can imagine, I don't want to spend $300-400 to get the same quality I already have. This product looks to be the best of both works for me. I clean the commons of a condo complex that was built in the 70s and houses a lot of section 8. Not to speak poorly of it, but they're typically some of the nastiest people and it shows. I'm glad I found this channel because I'm always looking for things that'll help make my job easier.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

If you have pets you might benefit from a canister that you can empty often without having to replace a bag each time. The less expensive vacuums still have bags, but you make up for the difference in cost with the expensive bags. Bagless vacuums are the way to go, especially if you're doing heavy duty cleaning.

[@MsLouisVee]

I have the Animal Dyson and really love it it really is a great vacuum cleaner however, my only con forever has been to me it is superheavy and I always figured it was heavy because it had good machinery in it but sometimes I have to think twice before bringing it out to use so I end up using my cordless Dyson which is very light so it’s interesting to me that you said it was very light.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Compared to other vacuums that I've used before this one is light. Thank you for sharing your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂

[@conniekunelis8982]

After reading a lot of these reviews I agree with many. Now a days we can’t find a good vacuum like in the Older days. Many parts burn out. Cheaply made. I’m glad I have all hardwood. Can dust mop. No heavy lifting and don’t have to spend a fortune. Have to respect you girls who work in the business. It’s not easy.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I know right? I remember a time when people fixed things that broke. Now we toss the items and just buy new ones. Ah, how times have changed. :-)

[@georgefonti5351]

Cgreat video. I wish Dyson would put out a video like this.. COSTCO still sells this vacuum and it comes with so many extra attachments and a storage bag for them

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much! And thanks for sharing the Costco info.

[@garyb5796]

We've had the Dyson DC 25 for the last 5 or 6 years and that thing has been Bullit-Proof!! We got the new Animal 2 yesterday from eBay for $330.00, they call it "Overgood" the exterior of the box scuffed and scraped, no holes or crushed or anything like that, it's even shipped in another box. We have two dogs of our own, the Bassist sheds like crazy, and another mix small dog that sheds real small fur, my brother has a Labradoodle that shed golfball size furball and about a dozen others over the years. We have Wood Tile and Carpet, I vacuumed the carpet with the DC25 first and then with the Animal 2, We couldn't how much more and the really fine dirt dust it sucked up, it really makes the carpet stand up too. One of the real tests will be the grout in the tile floor and how much cleaner it stays, that's usually with a different machine. When on the carpet it's like a self-propelled lawnmower, hang on to it, no pushing required. The only thing I don't like about the 2 is the way they changed the pull-out tube how it loads off and back on again, I can already see a cut from the sharp plastic or fingers getting pinched, the DC25 tube was self-loading and foolproof, this Animal 2 you have fool with it, we'll see?? And the head on the DC25 for easy cleaning, the head on the 2 is a different animal, understandable why for cleaning! Our Animal 2 came with the 9 different tools bonus, the two that clip-on, and 7 more with a black storage/carrying bag included. eBay.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for sharing this information!

[@letf.1317]

Hi Angela, thanks for all your tips and tricks for house cleaning. They have made my life much easier. I bought this exact vacuum based on your review and I love it. I just feel as though the extension hose for the attachments would be better served with some sort of ergonomically correct handle because when I use it, the hose pulls against the direction I am trying to move it and creates wrist strain. Do experience that too or is it just me?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oddly enough it did take some getting used to - now I wouldn't have it any other way. It's completely out of the way when you are not using it and then when you do the release and use of it is such a breeze. After you use it a bit more let me know if you change how you feel about it. If you hate it, I'd return it and get something you like better.

[@ajbad4ever]

Great informative video really well done

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much. I appreciate you taking the time to drop me a line. :-)

[@MV-uh7kr]

Thank You!! Great Video. I will add it to my wedding registry! ☺️

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Your welcome and congratulations on the upcoming nuptials!

[@jasonkernjr5343]

What do you think of Sebo X4 automatic vacuums? I love the power and performance they have without having the brush beat so hard on the floor. Still fluffs the carpet too.

[@davidrogers2902]

X4 blow's every dyson away buy the way I am a sebo dealer

[@parwaz7861]

Ooh would you consider upgrading to the Ball Animal 2? it's basically the same as the DC41 except it has more power at cleaning carpets, the beater bar has been redesigned and it'll vibrate the carpet more than the DC41 and therefore will get the deep down grit more! The DC41 is fantastic though, I love Dyson balls, we have been using one of these since 2015 till present, it's even my profile picture! You have a great vacuum there. As a vacuum collector and enthusiast I have tried many brands and models, the Dyson ball is the default vacuum I'd always go for. It's almost perfect in my opinion

[@parwaz7861]

Angela Brown haha cool! And I guess it wouldn’t hurt to have one for upstairs and one for downstairs for convenience 😁

[@ARA-ho8xj]

Thanks for this review, Angela. I can only find the DC41 used. Which current model of dyson would recommend? Moving to my first adult apartment and want to make sure I have the right tools. Mostly wood flooring with a very nice area rug.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

This is a newer model amzn.to/3bxLoEa and comes with all the attachments. Mom and I were talking earlier tonight and she hates hers because at her age it's too hard for her to push. She likes the cordless one. Vacuums are one of those things like shoes, everybody has their own preference. The key is to find one that fits your hand and is comfortable for you to push and if you are carrying it up and down a flight of stairs that you are able to lift it. True story, before I ever buy a vacuum I go to a store that sells the model I'm looking at. Then and I lift it up over my head to see how easy or hard it is to carry. LOL.

[@buddyboy6765]

All that cleaning keeps mamma bear in great shape. I just purchased at Costco on sale for $229 and had no idea what the attachments did. Thanks!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! And thank you for watching the video. 🙂

[@tmrfoushee]

Hi Angela, Love your much needed and appreciated youtube channel as it's good to get perspective from a cleaning professional that confers with other cleaning professionals and shares with the world. Respect your review, but totally disagree with bottom line on dyson Animal. I'm a person with a science background and an old dyson owner who needed to get a new vacuum and got the dyson animal (or was it animal +) from costco and returned it. So disappointed that the advancements to the dyson did not translate to improved quality and user experience: the powerful motor is crippled when using the narrower hose diameter -- narrower than old dyson -- which means decreased capability to move dirt through hose. New dyson was WAY TOO LOUD! Attachments went down in quality from my earlier dyson. The old dyson stayed upright easily , but the new dyson tipped a number of times and crashed so loud I feared it was going to wreck my hardwood parquet flooring. It behaved badly with my rugs too. It worked well on my carpet, but that was it. The experience with the dyson animal was such a downturn from my original workhorse flagship dyson that I had for maybe fifteen years that I returned it after a week -- or was it a weekend -- sad and horrible experience. I used it a few times and just got more and more frustrated and disappointed and felt like dyson didn't really care about the user or the user experience. I got feeling dyson's concern was not for customer, but for dyson ability to claim patents, power, bells, & whistles. I have a science background and have experience with folks that care more about tech than the user and the user experience, and this is an example of poorly implemented tech. I returned that dyson animal and got a ridiculously expensive miele that works well, but admit I'm still looking for an awesome vacuum that meets my needs. Considering the back pack model from conversations I've had, performance I've seen, and your vid on backpack vacuum. Hey! Maybe I need to invent an awesome vacuum! :-) Stay tuned! Like you, I'm working on leaving the world a cleaner and better place than I found it using efficient, effective, user-friendly, planet-friendly ways to do it.

[@ericgarcia3623]

Hello Teresa! I own a cleaning company, and I really understand everything in your Story, what I use for my company is a canister vacuum, it's not perfect, but in 5 years on the industry, is the best vacuum I ever had, it's half price of Dyson, I bought also a Miele, is good, but for 500 bucks it doesn't worth it, so, please, look for "Clean Obsessed CO701", trust me, it's (for me) the best vacuum for hard floors and low pile carpet you can get, it use bags, really good bags, and you can get them for a littler more of a dollar if you buy few package, not like Miele bags that cost 20 dollars just 4 bags, that's ridiculous! Hope you like this comment!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I value your opinion and appreciate you taking the time to share them. 👍

[@Svetlana-says-it-as-it-is.]

I also use the client’s hoover because I walk, I can’t carry them and clean all the time and also some people may be allergic.

[@Muse31]

Its much more hygienic as well to use the clients vacuum.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Good tip to use the client’s vacuum to avoid cross-contamination. Thanks for leaving a comment. 👍

[@susanstinebiser1007]

Ha! Have used some clients vacuums that are super heavy and old; ended up bringing my own to those homes.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You do have to have a conversation with homeowners on the walkthrough about the vacuum. Many people don't realize there are more efficient, powerful models that would do a better job for their homes while you are there and between your visits.

[@RebelAlliance42]

I bought this vacuum about 6 years ago, I'm still in love with it! But I have a separate bin outside the back door that I empty it in to lol

[@lasilveira805]

I like the Shark Duo Clean. It has the lift away feature for under beds, dressers etc... We use a Dyson ball at a clients home but it can't go under beds and I would have to go on my knees and use the hose with attachment but it doesn't do a great job.

[@lasilveira805]

@@AskAngelaBrown I wish the client had one she only has a crevice tool. It's so hard. I like that package you got from Costco 😊

[@AskAngelaBrown]

👍

[@snoory7376]

Thanks I bought this vacuum it is really nice. Please tell us how to clean pen color from white sofa

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I will make you a video. Thanks for the suggestion. :-)

[@richardoliveira7911]

I have the DC 65 and it is really preforms quite well....I am not a professional house cleaner but I would not hesitate to buy another Dyson for my basement living quarters...

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for sharing! 👍

[@kewrock]

My GF bought the purple Dyson, I have an old used Electrolux upright off craigslist for $100. The same one my mom had back in the 80s. There is no comparison. Find a decent used Electrolux. Lux still makes them new, but they're around a thousand dollars. Dyson stuff clunky and complicated, and made out of cheap rigid plastics. I hate breathing the dust cloud when opening the bottom hatch of the Dyson. I prefer the bag. open the top, throw out the bag. No dust. The bags are super cheap. I had to disassemble the chamber in her's a over the years, they get clogged internally. I also had to replace a switch. I have the electrolux about 20 years. Never had to take it apart. The hose is way better to. It doesn't shrink and drag the machine around while youre trying to use it.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Good to know, thank you for sharing this information on the Electrolux!

[@terrielvwl]

I have owned the original yellow Dyson vacuum for 17 years and have never regretted spending $500 on it. It has more than made up for the cost by its longevity, its ability to suck up anything(even gets up moist dirt from the fibers) and ease of use and the long cord allows me to go from one end of my house to the other without unplugging. Absolutely the best vacuum ever.

[@stevelowery3862]

Thank you Angela but mine only has the red power button and gray (roller on/off) button. Bought my unit around 2 years ago. Do you have a picture of the height adjustment you referred to. Thanks again.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

It's the gray roller on/off button.

[@daviddomecq1769]

After viewing your video, I'm going to buy one. Thank you.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! And thank you for watching the video. 🙂

[@gailstarnes375]

I have used several different dysons because customers had them in their homes. Hands down for pet fur is the animal ball. The hair literally runs to the vacuum instead of being shot away by a regular vacuum. Saves times and helps me with pet hair wrangling! Ha!

[@Dave-df1vu]

watching you vacuum and you missed a spot. if you were closer id have you clean my house. your fast loljust bought one be here this week

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@melancholy9889]

YAY! My favorite's a Dyson animal thing like yours! I don't have the one skinny "frito bar", but I have the other attachments. I didn't really know what the flat one was for, and I thought the turbo one was for furniture LOL but yes it's lightweight, and very sturdy! ❤I'm down to just two cats, but this thing has kept up pet hair and visitors and guests; I get tempted to use it as a shop vac, but I like it too much! Not going to test it that far. It's the winner afaic!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Melan, I’m so glad you like the Dyson. It’s great for pet hair. 😊

[@nancydenson3727]

Hi - I bought a dye on ball animal after watching your video…it’s awesome! One problem area though, I can barely push it through one of my area carpets that is quite shaggy. Yes I’m considering getting rid of the carpet but before I do that - am I doing something wrong? How do you handle thick shaggy carpets?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh no! I suggest you reach out to Dyson to see if they have an attachment for shag rugs.

[@TheGearhead222]

Great video! Do you recommend the Dyson refurbished DC 41's?-John in Texas

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Will the vacuum come with a warranty?

[@fadedglory1045]

I got a dyson on Hsn or qvc can’t remember. It was a limited edition. Called blueprint. It was white and I loved it!! My daughters did too , so I bought the animal for my daughters as gifts. Didn’t like it as much as I liked my special edition one. This review was great. I’m thinking of getting the new gold one. Multi floor I think it’s called.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Cool. Keep me posted, I am dying to hear how you like it. :-)

[@fadedglory1045]

@@AskAngelaBrown I went and ordered the Centic model. I will update thank you!

[@77andsunny]

I have a haircut client who told me the tale of getting into a fight on Christmas Eve with her brother-in-law defending her Dyson. That alone made me want to buy one!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh wow...hope you enjoy it! Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂

[@shardinaethomas2681]

Hello Angela I am not a housekeeper just looking to clean my house with the same quality. I appreciate your helpful videos and insight they are so short, explanatory, easy to comprehend thank you for that. What do you feel is the biggest difference between this vacuum the 1st and 2nd Version. I don’t want to spend unnecessary money I don’t have. I have 1 chihuahua terrier mix. I also have wool carpets I’m hoping to vacuum. I need something user friendly as I don’t have much free time. Please help ty in advance

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi Shardinae, each model has a few improvements and upgrades. But like the iPhone that has so many different updates - they all still do basically the same thing. Any of the vacuums will pick up dust and crumbs and pet hair, good for hard surface flooring and carpet. You can't go wrong with a Dyson. Buy the one that is affordable to you, that is lightweight enough that you can maneuver it around, and then trust you've bought the right one. 😍

[@stevelowery3862]

I have a DC 25 Animal and it works great on tile and hardwood but cannot push it on carpet(low to med pile). I cannot find any adjustments or a suction reduction gate to partially open. Any suggestions? Thanks

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Right next to the on button is a second button that allows you to manually adjust the beater bar to a higher position for thicker carpet. Does your vacuum have one of those buttons too?

[@deliadelia7311]

Hi Angela. Dyson ball animal + or Dyson multi floor? Which one is better and why? Thank you.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

The Dyson Ball Animal is designed for homes with pets: www.dyson.com/uprights/dyson-ball-animal-2.html Let me know which one you decide on. 🤗

[@sheilapendley1716]

Thank You!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! And thank you for watching the video. 🙂

[@coquis408]

Hi !! Excellent review. Does the turbine click on to the Animal 2 somewhere?? I just bought mine yesterday, your video should come with it lol

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi. I am so sorry for being so late to respond. I hope you got your issue resolved. Thank you so much for watching, I appreciate it! 🤗🙂

[@moonmadd]

I just got the Dyson Animal 3 to replace my previous Dyson animal from 2006. I wouldn’t have needed to replace it except I dropped it oddly and broke the handle off. It still worked even with the handle duck taped on I just thought it was time to update. Anyway my new Dyson Animal 3 has a very stiff hose and makes the vacuum fall over when I try to use it. Do you have a fix for that problem?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh no! Have you reached out to Dyson? Here is a link to their support page: www.dyson.com/support

[@johnwilkinson6484]

We have one of those but it keeps on showing it’s now 20 but we now have a dyson v6 it’s excellent I’ve been trying my best for getting a v11 I have to say that one is good

[@AskAngelaBrown]

So thrilled you have one. :-)

[@urbanmonkey48]

Filter queen is the best vacuum in the world I have had it for 20 years and have used it in industrial situations. Also it's the easiest to clean and empty. Sorry but it's the best of the best and I have used them all. Dyson is cheap plastic and filter queen is solid. I dropped mine off a 20 foot ladder and it still is working like a champ. Try that with yours.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for sharing about your Filter Queen vacuum. 👍

[@mellio9077]

you’re an excellent product reviewer. 👍

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Glad you think so! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this comment, I appreciate it! 🤗

[@TSchra37]

Wow, what an impressive machine!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

It sure is! Thanks for watching!

[@Pianoconnoisseur29]

Hi Angela how’s your dyson still working and how long do you think you’ve had it?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I'm not sure how long I've had my Dyson, but it has been more than 4 years. And yes, it is still working.

[@jeanpierce6140]

Hi Angela I am looking for a stick vacuum not cordless. Just moved into a large single floor house and I do not have any carpets. Can you make a recommendation?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Jean, Check out this video review of the Eureka vacuum: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJnGhn5mlJ6ah5o

[@conniekunelis8982]

Does this vacuum do floors. I see the attachment does floors. Or do you use microfiber mop for actual floor.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I use this on hardwood floors all the time, I've never had it scratch. It does have an attachment you can use if you prefer but I just use the vacuum itself. It does have an accordion head that pulls the beater bar up and down from carpet to hardwood floors if you're moving between them so your vacuuming is equally effective.

[@phyllismccoy7103]

Hi Angela, I love your videos and your expertise in cleaning houses. I have subscribed to your channel and enjoy learning from you. I am not a professional house cleaner, however my husband and I are purchasing a brand new manufactured home being built right now and should be ready in the next four months. I wanted to know how to keep it clean so I found you on KZbin and I'm watching your videos which are very informative and they really make me wanna become a house cleaner. This is my first time with a question. My concern is because the home that we are purchasing will have laminate and vinyl flooring and carpet. I was wondering if the Dyson that you are speaking of in this video would also be OK for the laminate and vinyl flooring or should I consider something else since it has the beater bar? From what I am researching about laminate and vinyl flooring, you should not use a vacuum with a beater bar because it could damage the flooring. I wonder if it could be used. And if not what is your recommendation for laminate and vinyl flooring? Thank you so very much for all that you do in this industry.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi Phyllis, congratulations on your new home. What an exciting adventure. Yes, the Dyson would be safe for your flooring, it has a "lift" button that raises the beater bar for hardwood or LVP flooring.

[@phyllismccoy7103]

@@AskAngelaBrown thank you, also thank you so very much for answering my inquiry because I am purchasing things to clean my new home from your KZbin videos. I want new clean things that are tried and true... thanks 😊 again!!!

[@peggyharris7849]

We have the DC65 Animal. I’ve never owned a vacuum close to it. It’s hard to get into the cyclone inner parts to clean it, but it ca be done.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yes, it can be done - thanks for sharing. It's a fantastic vacuum. 👍👍👍

[@mrsrhodes9736]

I seem to lose suction power when using the hose. Any idea why? I wish this vacuum came with a more detailed user manual. All the attachments are great but useless if you don’t know what they are for...

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Try snapping or locking the vacuum in an upright position when using the hose. It's possible that the airflow is re-routing to the base plate. And when in doubt you can always contact Dyson Customer Support - they have experts on staff 7 days a week to answer these types of questions. www.dyson.com/support/quick-links/contact-us.html

[@mariaboo2000]

How long does it take for the filter to dry after you wash it??

[@AskAngelaBrown]

We have a few filters so while one is drying we use another. A day or so if left to just drip dry.

[@FormlessJKD17]

So would you recommend only to use the customer's vacuum on all your jobs? Or just for certain things?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Unless there is something the matter with their vacuum it is best to use the customer’s vacuum to prevent cross-contamination. Here is a video you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYqlqIaip7uXppo

[@davidwhisenhunt2314]

We upgraded to the Animal Pro from our old DC50 and now our maid has trouble using the new unit on carpet (our carpet is medium pile). The suction is so good that it's hard to push and pull. Have your heard this complaint and do you have a solution? I've seen other youtubes where people are making modifications the the cleaner head and I'd rather not do this.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yes, there is a button next to the start button (not sure about that model) but most if not all the Dysons have them that raises the carpet from low to high pile carpet. Check to see if yours has one as well. Let me know.

[@pamelapulsifer332]

I love my Dyson but not so much the hose that does not want to stay stretched out while I am vaccuming. Any suggestions?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh no, sorry about that. I suggest you reach out to Dyson for advice. Here is the Dyson help line: 1-866-693-9766

[@pamelapulsifer332]

@@AskAngelaBrown Thank you - what do YOU do to the hose to keep it from not retracting? I hear others also have this problem.

[@normaortiz3061]

I have a Dyson Animal Upright and have recently purchased quite a few Ruggables for our new house. They are thin rugs that can be washed and detached from their Velcro base cushion. My Dyson animal suction, even with the silver button pressed does not raise the brush base high enough. Any suggestions? Is there anybody else that has success with the Dyson Animal on a Ruggable rug? I love this vacuum but I hate that I have to fight with my Dyson suction to get my rug clean. Help!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Are you using a carpet or hardwood floor attachment?

[@corieddings5713]

How long do you let the filters dry? When I rinse mine out it takes several days if not a week to dry out and if you don't let it dry completely it will smell like mildew every time you turn it on

[@susanstinebiser1007]

You can dry your filters on an air vent in your home, or you can use a hairdryer on low. So worth it.

[@margareth1504]

Hi Cori, my Dyson filters take about a day to dry in the sunshine. 24 hours max. I clean it first thing in the morning to get as much sun drying time as possible. I do shake and tap it somewhat gently and squeeze them a little with a dry towel to absorb and remove as much water as i can prior to setting it in sunshine to dry. I also turn it over after several hours to expose all surface area to sunshine. I dont leave it out in the night air, I bring it inside overnight if i need to and take it back outside in the morning to complete the drying if necessary. Usually one day is enough and turning it over every few hours really helps. Hope this helps.

[@ediiron6791]

great buy

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂.

[@Lucky20231]

I would love to see a review of the new shark vacuums. I have clients that have Dysons, and I find them super clunky to use compared to my shark. I also love the way my shark breaks down, and the fact that they lay flat to get under furniture.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

What matters is that you like your Shark. When all is said and done, you are the one using the vacuum, so the weight of it, the handle, how the hose attachments work - is all important to the efficiency of the job. Thanks for sharing this.

[@lovetodaylisa3967]

i have the exact same one! Its' awesome

[@AskAngelaBrown]

It is! Thanks for sharing your input and for watching, I appreciate it!